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B I G W I N I S L A N D G O L F C L U BT H E E Q U I T Y A DVA N TAG EM U S KO K AWWW.bigwinisland.COM


M U S KO K AM E M B E R S H I PV I S I O N S T A T E M E N T“A private golf club owned by 300 members. A course recognized, as one of Canada’s finest. Members and <strong>the</strong>irguests will be able to play a round of golf at a pace of play not impacted by a crowded course. On many occasionsmembers will be able to play without having to book a tee time, and at certain peak times members will be able tobook a tee time on short notice. The golf course will be of <strong>the</strong> finest golf courses in Canada, very playable,yet challenging, breathtakingly beautiful and well conditioned.”<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> is currently offering Equity Memberships with <strong>the</strong> Equity Advantage. This is an unique, andlimited, opportunity to own a 1/300th share in one of Canada's finest golf clubs. An <strong>equity</strong> membership has a numberof <strong>advantage</strong>s, including, shared ownership of <strong>the</strong> club and <strong>the</strong> ability to be traded or passed down through <strong>the</strong>generations. Equity Members are entitled to elect a Board of Directors to govern <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, after turnover of control of<strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>. Each Equity Member has an ownership interest in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> and is entitled to vote on matters affecting <strong>the</strong><strong>Club</strong> in accordance with <strong>the</strong> Membership documents.<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> has achieved enormous stature in <strong>the</strong> world of golf. Its reputation for an exemplary golfexperience and friendly family atmosphere makes <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> G.C. your <strong>Club</strong> for generations to come.C O U R S E I N F O R M A T I O N• Opened July, 2001• 18 hole championship layout• Playing 5,400 to 7,200 yards, Par 72, with four tee decks• Bent grass tees, fairways, greens• Course offers generous landing areas with a real premium placed on approach shot.• Dramatic terrain changes offering both scenic beauty and tremendous shot value.C O U R S E A R C H I T E C TDoug Carrick, Carrick Design, Toronto, OntarioThe <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> Course was designed to capture and reflect <strong>the</strong> spirit and elegance of <strong>the</strong> original grand resortknown as <strong>the</strong> “<strong>Bigwin</strong> Inn”. The sweeping fairways drape naturally over <strong>the</strong> rugged Muskoka terrain, exposing gloriouslake vistas at every turn creating a sense of timeless beauty and tranquillity.O<strong>the</strong>r Carrick Designs• Magna <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, (Toronto, ON)• Angus Glen <strong>Golf</strong> Course, (Toronto, ON)• Greystone <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, (Toronto, ON)• Fontana <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, (Oberwaltersdorf, Austria)• Frogs Breath <strong>Golf</strong>, Course, (New Liskeard, ON)


M U S KO K AM E M B E R S H I PA C C O L A D E S• Ranked #1 in Ontario (Ontario <strong>Golf</strong> Magazine – “Top 25 You Can Play” 2005)• Best New <strong>Golf</strong> Course in Canada (<strong>Golf</strong> Digest January 2003)• Ranked #2 in Canada (Globe & Mail <strong>Golf</strong> Guide 2005)• Ranked #6 in Canada (Score <strong>Golf</strong> Top 100 Courses 2004)• Top 5 Star Rating – The Bogey Man (Toronto Star <strong>Golf</strong> Guide)• Ranked #2 in Ontario – Bogey Man’s Best (2005 Toronto Star <strong>Golf</strong> Guide)• Best Par 4 in Canada – 6th Hole & Best Par 5 in Canada – 18th Hole (Score <strong>Golf</strong> Magazine)• The Most Thrilling Driving Hole in Canada 6th Hole, <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>(Lorne Rubenstein, Globe and Mail <strong>Golf</strong> Guide - 2005)A M E N I T I E S• Parking attendant with service to <strong>the</strong> dock• Ferry service to and from <strong>the</strong> island• <strong>Club</strong> Storage & Cleaning• Locker Rooms and Towel Service• Shoe Cleaning Service• Full-service Pro shop staffed with C.P.G.A. Professionals• Junior and Ladies <strong>Golf</strong> Clinics• Private Lessons• Two bent grass practice putting greens• Full size practice range with target greens, bent grass tee deck and practice bunker• World-class dining in <strong>the</strong> historic Marine Dining Room• Lighter fare at <strong>the</strong> Dockside Grill• On course at <strong>the</strong> Turn BBQ Grill• Gourmet Meals prepared to eat at your cottage• Regularly scheduled social events• Meeting Facilities


M U S KO K AM E M B E R S H I PM E M B E R E V E N T S• Members Spring Fling Reception• Menu Tasting Dinners• Fa<strong>the</strong>r's Day B.B.Q Dinner• <strong>Golf</strong> & Grill Fridays• Chef Theme Nights• "Big Break" Family Night• Chef Philip's Cooking Demonstration Night• Drive-In Movie Night• Jazz Nights/Dinner• Market Marché Family Brunches• Swing Band Dinner/Dance with Vintage Menu• Men’s and Ladies Member-Guest• Mixed Member Guest• <strong>Club</strong> Championship• Thanksgiving DinnerC U L I N A R Y S E R V I C E S<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> offers its members and guests a dining experience that mirrors <strong>the</strong> finest restaurants in <strong>the</strong> country.The Marine Dining Room is <strong>the</strong> place for elegant dining overlooking <strong>the</strong> Lake of Bays. Bring <strong>the</strong> <strong>Bigwin</strong> dining experienceto your cottage. Our culinary team offers Members of <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> catered meals prepared at your cottage.Just right for entertaining family and friends.C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O NFor more information regarding<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> please contact:Jonathan Gee, C.P.G.A. C.S.C.M.General Manager1-800-840-4036Email: jjg@bigwinislandgc.com<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5611, Huntsville, OntarioCANADA, P1H 2L5<strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>: 705-635-2582Toll Free: 1-800-840-4036Fax: 705-635-3098Email: administration@bigwinisland.com


M U S KO K AQ. & A.Q: What is <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>?A: The <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> golf <strong>Club</strong> (<strong>the</strong> "<strong>Club</strong>") is a member-owned private club which offers its owner members a unique opportunity to enjoy its golf & dining facilities. The <strong>Club</strong> is situated on<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> and is part of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> Community in Lake of Bays, Muskoka.Q: What is a member-owned club?A: In a member-owned or <strong>equity</strong> club, each member has an ownership interest in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> similar to <strong>the</strong> ownership of stock in a corporation. Each Member will own 1/300th of <strong>the</strong>corporation. This type of club permits its Equity Members to control <strong>the</strong>ir club through <strong>the</strong> right to vote. The <strong>Club</strong> Facilities are operated and managed under <strong>the</strong> direction of aBoard of Directors ultimately elected by <strong>the</strong> members.Q: What facilities will <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> offer?A: Members, <strong>the</strong>ir families and guests will enjoy <strong>the</strong> following exceptional <strong>Club</strong> Facilities:· 18 Hole Doug Carrick Designed Course. The golf course will be <strong>the</strong> focal point of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> and <strong>the</strong> Community. The course will be designed with tee placements that willchallenge all levels of golfers and promote a family atmosphere.· <strong>Golf</strong> practice facilities. A practice facility including a practice range, bunkers, putting greens, will provide an area where members can work on <strong>the</strong>ir games.· <strong>Club</strong>house. The clubhouse, of approximately 16,000 square feet, will be <strong>the</strong> social center for <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>. The clubhouse will feature a dining room, private porch,Members Grill, Member Deck overlooking <strong>the</strong> Lake of Bays, golf pro shop and locker rooms and separate golf cart storage and members club storage.The mixture of <strong>the</strong> clubhouse facility and great activities will develop <strong>the</strong> camaraderie that is <strong>the</strong> basis of a fine club.Q: How many Equity Memberships will be offered by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>?A: The <strong>Club</strong> will offer 300 Equity Memberships.Q: Are Corporate Memberships available in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>?A: The <strong>Club</strong> is dedicated to a Private Family <strong>Club</strong> and as such Corporate Memberships will not be offered.Q: Will members of my family be entitled to use my membership privileges?A: Immediate family members may use <strong>the</strong> club facilities in <strong>the</strong> same manner as <strong>the</strong> regular member, excluding golf privileges. <strong>Golf</strong> Privileges are available to immediate family membersincluding, Spouse, Intermediate children (ages 22-25), and Juniors (12-21), upon payment of <strong>the</strong> appropriate dues. Immediate family members who are not golf members may play 10rounds as a guest of <strong>the</strong> Regular Member upon payment of <strong>the</strong> guest greensfee. A member's immediate family will include <strong>the</strong> member's spouse and <strong>the</strong>ir unmarried children under <strong>the</strong>age of 25 who are living at home, attending school on a full-time basis or serving in <strong>the</strong> military. Extended family may use club facilities when accompanied by a member. They may play10 rounds within member only tee times when accompanied by <strong>the</strong> member. The extended family shall include <strong>the</strong> parents, children who do not fall within <strong>the</strong> definition of immediatefamily, grandparents, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of <strong>the</strong> member and spouse and <strong>the</strong> spouses of such family members. The <strong>Club</strong> may modify, limit or terminate this privilegeand establish such rules with respect <strong>the</strong>reto as it may determine from time to time. Extended family members may also use <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Facilities unaccompanied by <strong>the</strong> member, inaccordance with <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>'s unaccompanied guest policies, but such use will be subject to rules and regulations applicable to guests, including any limit on <strong>the</strong> number of times anyguest may use <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Facilities in a membership year.Q: Does <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> allow unaccompanied guests?A: Yes, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> will allow (2) foursomes of unaccompanied guests per day. Tee times will be available during non-peak times, upon approval of <strong>the</strong> golf professional or general manager.Q: What type of family programs are offered at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>?A: <strong>Bigwin</strong> offers a variety of programs, golf and social, for all categories of <strong>the</strong> Membership, with an emphasis on children.Q: How long is <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>s season?A: The <strong>Club</strong> operates from mid May to Mid October.Q: Will my guests be able to use <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Facilities?A: Members are entitled to bring guests. Member’s guests are eligible to play <strong>the</strong> course 3 times as a guest of a member within Member Only times upon payment of <strong>the</strong> appropriateguest fee.Q: When does <strong>the</strong> turnover occur?A: The turnover of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> will occur when a) 300 Memberships have been sold, or b) October 31, 2011, whichever first occurs.Q: How do I become a member of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>?A: You must submit a fully completed and executed Prospective Member Information Statement and Membership Purchase Agreement and a check for <strong>the</strong> deposit on <strong>the</strong>required membership contribution. The balance of <strong>the</strong> membership contribution will be due as set forth in <strong>the</strong> Membership Purchase Agreement.Q: What do I have to pay in order to acquire a membership in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>?A: Persons who are approved for membership are required to pay a membership contribution in an amount determined from time to time by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>.The required membership contribution will be set forth in <strong>the</strong> Membership Purchase Agreement.Q: How are dues established?A: Each year <strong>the</strong> Board of Directors will determine <strong>the</strong> amount of dues to be payable on an annual basis, on or before December 1 of each year, unless o<strong>the</strong>rwisedetermined by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> from time to time. The Board of Directors reserves <strong>the</strong> right to set <strong>the</strong> amount of dues, fees and charges to be payable by members at any leveldeemed appropriate. Dues for <strong>the</strong> 2009 season are $6,000 for <strong>the</strong> Regular Member, $3,125 for Spouse, $800 for Junior (12-21), and $3,125 for Intermediate (22-25).


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A F E W O FT H E R E A S O N ST O J O I NB I G W I N N O W !1. peace of mind: The Price Protection Program protects your investment. Along with our nine year paymentprogram and limited payments in <strong>the</strong> first three years, should <strong>the</strong> selling price of <strong>equity</strong> fall during <strong>the</strong> term of yourpayment program you will be given <strong>the</strong> option to lock into <strong>the</strong> new price.2. smart planning: Equity Membership provides 1/300th ownership of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>. As a member you will now be ableto assign <strong>the</strong> membership to your family and <strong>the</strong> cottage, and you will have <strong>the</strong> opportunity to pass down <strong>the</strong>membership through generations. The Generation Membership also allows you to sell your membership with yourcottage to a third party, making your property a more valuable commodity on Lake of Bays.3. risk of being left out: There are only 300 Memberships available with 2,000 cottages on <strong>the</strong> Lake. Once<strong>the</strong> memberships are sold, <strong>the</strong> new generation program will make it next to impossible for non-island propertyowners to become members due to <strong>the</strong> low turnover rate of memberships and priorities provided to new islandproperty purchasers.4. family legacy: The Generation Membership is unique to <strong>Bigwin</strong> and encompasses <strong>the</strong> family cottage to allow for<strong>the</strong> transfer of <strong>the</strong> Membership to immediate family members without a transfer fee, which over <strong>the</strong> lifetime of <strong>the</strong>membership is a significant value. The Generation Membership allows you great flexibility in <strong>the</strong> use of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>. The<strong>Club</strong> provides unrestricted membership categories for, <strong>the</strong> Principal Member, Spouse, Junior Associates,andIntermediates. What is unique about <strong>the</strong> <strong>Bigwin</strong> Membership is it is truly family oriented.5. expanded member privileges: This program now offers you <strong>the</strong> ability to designate up to 3 familymembers as Immediate Members, where you can allow immediate family members (that utilize <strong>the</strong> family cottageand do not own property on Lake of Bays) to play as a Member, (in restricted times). What a great way to share your<strong>Bigwin</strong> and cottage experience with your mo<strong>the</strong>r, fa<strong>the</strong>r, bro<strong>the</strong>r, and sister, etc.6. utilizing your cottage: In <strong>the</strong> event you wish to rent, lease or lend your cottage for <strong>the</strong> summer to a nonfamily member. The user of <strong>the</strong> cottage would have <strong>the</strong> ability to designate a principle member (subject to <strong>Club</strong>approval) for <strong>the</strong> season.


7. completing <strong>the</strong> vision: <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> has produced an exclusive membership experience, withprivileges that are unlike any private club in <strong>the</strong> world. With <strong>the</strong> <strong>Bigwin</strong> memberships now tied to your family legacyand <strong>the</strong> cottage property, it is clear that <strong>the</strong> vision of exclusive, easy access to <strong>the</strong> tee at true family club has beenfully achieved.8. limited offer: The Price Protection Program is limited to a maximum number of 30 newmembers and will be reviewed, and will be subject to change, with every 10 sold. With a no interest,nine year payment plan, limited investment over <strong>the</strong> first 3 years, low turnover of memberships, andlimited supply of Memberships relative to <strong>the</strong> number of cottage properties on <strong>the</strong> Lake, <strong>the</strong> time toact is now.C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O NM U S KO K AFor more information regarding<strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> Equity Generation <strong>Golf</strong> Membershipplease contact:Jonathan Gee, C.P.G.A. C.S.C.M.General Manager<strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>: 705-635-2582Toll Free: 1-800-840-4036 x. 118Fax: 705-635-3098Email: jgee@bigwinislandgc.com


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M U S KO K AM E M B E R S H I PP R O S P E C T I V E M E M B E R S H I P I N F O R M A T I O N S T A T E M E N TTo apply for Membership complete <strong>the</strong> Prospective Membership Information Statement andMembership Purchase Agreement and mail <strong>the</strong>m toge<strong>the</strong>r with a cheque to <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong>.The cheque will be held by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> while <strong>the</strong> Membership Committee reviews <strong>the</strong> application.Name in full:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Home Address:_______________________________________________________City:_________________________________Postal Code:______________Phone:____________________________________ Fax:___________________________________ E-mail:__________________________________________Cottage Phone:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Occupation:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Name of Firm:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Business Address:_____________________________________________________City:_________________________________Postal Code:______________Phone:____________________________________ Fax:___________________________________ E-mail:__________________________________________Preferred Credit Card: ❑ AMEX ❑ Mastercard ❑ Visa #______________________________________________________ Expiry:______________1. Date of Applicant's birth: Month__________ Day________ Year ___________2. Details of Applicant's education: ❑ College ❑ University ❑ O<strong>the</strong>r____________________________________3. If married, does spouse wish to become an Associate member? ❑ Yes ❑ NoFull Name of Spouse:Date of birth: Month_________________________ Day ________ Year_________________ E-mail:__________________________________________4. Names and birth dates of intended Juniors(i) Name:______________________________________________________________ Date of birth: Month________________ Day______ Year__________(ii) Name:______________________________________________________________ Date of birth: Month________________ Day______ Year__________(iii) Name:______________________________________________________________ Date of birth: Month________________ Day______ Year__________5. Name and phone number of three friends or acquaintances (o<strong>the</strong>r than immediate relatives) to whom <strong>the</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> Committee may refer:(a) Name:__________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________________(b) Name:__________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________________(c) Name:__________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________________6. O<strong>the</strong>r golf clubs to which <strong>the</strong> Applicant currently belongs or formerly belonged:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Signature of Applicant:_____________________________________________________________________ Date of Application:________________________I certify that <strong>the</strong> particulars listed herein are true and correct. In consideration of being accepted as a candidate for purchasing an Equity Membership from <strong>Bigwin</strong> <strong>Island</strong> <strong>Golf</strong> <strong>Club</strong> (<strong>the</strong> "<strong>Club</strong>")and entitlement to <strong>the</strong> privileges of membership. I hereby agree that I will abide by <strong>the</strong> By-Laws and Rules and Regulations (as amended from time to time) for <strong>the</strong> government of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong>,and I will pay when due, all debts to <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> incurred by myself, my family and my guests and that I will be responsible for <strong>the</strong>ir conduct on <strong>the</strong> <strong>Club</strong> premises.

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