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December Newsletter

A black dog running with its tongue out beside a white dog carrying a stick in its mouth on a forest trail.

QUAIL SEASON !

The 2025-26 quail season is well underway.
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, dinner 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.
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.

Merry Christmas!

We have everything you need for the hunter in the family. We will even gift wrap it for free.
Can't find what you want? Maybe you should consider a Gilchrist Club pro shop gift certificate!
Happy Holidays from your Gilchrist Club family!

Five double-barrel shotguns mounted vertically on a red wall above three handguns displayed on a wooden surface, all with price tags.

SALES TAX HOLIDAY

Until December 31st, 2025, there will be no sales tax on firearms, ammo, and other related items. Now would be a great time to upgrade to a Beretta or Fausti over-under.

Middle-aged man with a beard wearing a white chef's coat and a dark cap standing against a light gray concrete wall.

Executive Chef ANDY NIEDENTHAL

‍Welcome to another great 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.
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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

Wooden platter with crispy bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers surrounding a square dish of creamy dipping sauce.

QUAIL BITES
_{Bake on 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes, or until bacon is crispy. Drop in the deep fryer on 400 until done.}
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CIDER SWEET WHITE BBQ SAUCE

(Quail bite dipping sauce)
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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.

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