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Gilchrist Club

January Newsletter

HAPPY NEW YEAR !

We hope your 2026 New Year's resolutions include spending more time at The Gilchrist Club!
Here are a few things you can do to make your experience the best it can be. Please try to be on schedule when it comes to activities, van departures to the fields, meal seating times, etc.
In addition, it would be a tremendous help if you could have your guests get their hunting licenses prior to your visit. It's also a good idea to have your guests go to the hunting page of our website and watch the safety video. Especially if they are a new hunter.
All of these suggestions are a way you can assist us in making everyone's experience the absolute best it can be!
Many of you are now aware of the addition of Oak Tree Landing airstrip as a landing site. This 4,360' x 75' asphalt airstrip is only 15 minutes from the club. Detailed information is available on request.

NEW BOAT DOCK

The new boat dock is complete and includes new walk-ways on both sides of the boat ramp. This is the final phase of our 2025 capital improvements projects. We can't wait for you to see all of the other improvements!


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GILCHRIST CLUB SUMMER FUN!

We know it's only January, but it's a great time to start thinking about your summer visits to The Gilchrist Club. The fishing is great and an Ichetucknee Springs float trip is always fun and refreshing. We can also arrange a round of golf at the exclusive Club Adena Golf Club less than an hour away.
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Executive Chef ANDY NIEDENTHAL

It's another great quail season at The Gilchrist Club!
I would love to discuss the menu for your upcoming visits, please don't hesitate to reach out to me anytime. Please give me as much advance notice as possible. My contact info is below.
In addition,  I would love to get your feedback on all aspects of your food & beverage experience. Your input matters, please share your thoughts or ideas.

305.393.7392 cell
aniedenthal@gilchristclub.com

Remember to please keep us informed on all dietary requirements and allergies.
On behalf of your entire Food & Beverage team, we look forward to seeing you!
-Chef Andy

CHEF ANDY'S GATOR SAUCE

16 oz. Ranch Dressing
1.5 tablespoons of Paul Prudhomme's blackened red fish or seafood magic seasoning.
2 teaspoons of sriracha hot sauce (more if you like spicy).
Combine all ingredients, mix well, and let rest for at least an hour. Mix again and you're ready to go!
Refrigerate in an airtight container and it will last almost indefinitely.

QUAIL BITE PREPARATION:

Bake at 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy. Drop in a deep fryer on 400 degrees until done.





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SUMMER IS FAST APPROACHING!

Spring has sprung and it's time to start planning your
Summer trip to the Gilchrist Club.
There are Ichetucknee Springs trips, hog hunting, wildlife tours,
fishing, and so much more. We can host
your birthday and anniversary celebrations as well.

Or maybe you are just looking for a secluded and relaxed
weekend?

Give Ashley, Jennifer Poole, or Aliyah a call to discuss details
and dates.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET YOUR CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT OR TAKE A FIREARMS SAFETY CLASS?

Gilchrist Club is partnering with Jeffrey Boatright to offer our members firearm safety and self-defense classes.  Jeff's basic pistol course prepares participants for carrying concealed weapons.  This course meets and exceeds the training requirements for the Florida Concealed weapons or firearms license.  For more details, go to NEWS & EVENTS.
To book your lodge and safety class reservations, please contact Ashley, Jennifer Poole, or Aliyah in Member Services.

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CONGRATULATIONS CHEF CINDY!

Our very own Chef Cindy took home
first place in the SWEET TREATS category
in the recent
TASTE OF THE NATURE COAST GALA.
But we didn't need a contest for
us to know she makes the best
treats and desserts !!!
Black wooden sign with yellow text reading 'AUTHORIZED VEHICLES ONLY' along a dirt road in a pine forest.
TURKEY SEASON !

Please be mindful of these signs,
especially during turkey season.
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Executive Chef
ANDY NIEDENTHAL

It's been great meeting and getting to know you.
If we haven't met yet, I'm looking forward
to the opportunity.  I would
love to get your feedback on all aspects of your
food & beverage experience. Your input matters,
please share your thoughts or ideas.

In addition, if you want to discuss the menu's for your
upcoming visits, please don't hesitate to reach
out to me anytime. My contact info is below.

305.393.7392 cell
aniedenthal@gilchristclub.com

Remember to please keep
us informed on all dietary requirements
and allergies.

On behalf of your entire
Food & Beverage team, we look forward
to seeing you!
-Chef Andy



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GILCHRIST CLUB
CIDER SWEET WHITE BBQ SAUCE
(Quail bite dipping sauce)

1 cup Mayo (Hellmann's is Chef's choice)
1/2 cup Brown Sugar
2 TBS Hot sauce (Tiger sauce is Chef's choice)
1 TBS Steak seasoning (Montreal is Chef's choice)
2 TBS Agave Nectar
Approx. 2 TBS Apple cider vinegar

Wisk all ingredients (except vinegar) into a bowl then temper vinegar in to taste. You may want to add more or less depending on personal preference.
PRO TIP: Add more hot sauce to make it a sweet heat sauce.