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Club Spring Mountain News - August 2008
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August 2008
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Don’t Miss our Next Radical & Sports Car Series Event
August 30-31, 2008
 Management and staff at Club Spring Mountain are gearing up for the upcoming season as we prepare for our next Radical and Sports Car Series event on the weekend of August 30-31, 2008. Please join us for another Spring Mountain Race Series that is certain to be a memorable event. Radicals and Sports Cars are welcome to compete against your fellow club members. Your guests can get a birds-eye view of the track in our 23-foot two-level Viewing Tower! We’ve got several new Radical Owners who are just taking delivery of their cars who will be running in the Radical Race, and others who will be competing in our Sports Cars Series. Come on out and join in the fun with fellow members!
 RSVP for Lunches. Delicious catered Lunches will be available for purchase at the Clubhouse for you and your registered guests every Saturday and Sunday at a cost of $12.00. The cost includes a beverage and dessert. Please be advised that if you do not RSVP you will not be able to purchase a lunch, so please don’t forget to call Ellen Delmore, your Country Club Representative, so you won’t miss out on your meal! Construction Update
If you haven’t been out to the track in a few weeks, you’ll be amazed at the progress by  our builder, Classic Homes of Nevada. Development at Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch continues in the fast lane with several new buildings concurrently under construction. Pictured at right is our new Lotus Building and Switchcars.com Exotic Car Dealership, both under construction in various stages. The Lotus 8000 square-foot building will be used for storage and maintenance of our fleet of Lotus Elise vehicles used by the Lotus Performance Driving School. Additional amenities for exclusive use by our members are planned for this location, including a Racquetball Court and state-of-the-art GT Track Simulators. Also included in the building are a Dyno Shop and a mechanical shop for Powertec, Engine Builders for our fleet of Radical Extreme Sports Cars direct from England.
We are always interested in your feedback and appreciate your comments and suggestions on how we make your time at Club Spring Mountain more enjoyable. Thank you for your support, and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ellen Delmore, your personal Country Club Representative, via email - ellen@springmountainmotorsports.com - or by phone TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891.
We’ll see you at the Club!
Update on Liquor License
 Thank you for your continued patience with us as we work with County and State governmental agencies to acquire our Liquor License for the Clubhouse bar. We have been informed by our consultant, Russ Meads, that our license is expected in the month of September. In the meantime, during special events or dinners we will include alcohol in the price of the meal. After our liquor license has been secured, we will be offering beer, wine and cocktails at the Clubhouse bar. Please be advised that members who are drinking will have their wristbands removed to protect the safety of others on the track.
Welcome Lindsay Shepard!
We are pleased to welcome the newest member of our team, Lindsay Shepard. Lindsay,  pictured at right, is originally from southern California and has lived in Las Vegas for over two years with her husband Simon Shepard (Director of Spring Mountain’s Radical Division.) Recruited this summer to Spring Mountain to assist with acquiring new Club members and build momentum with Radical and Lotus Race Car sales, Lindsay has already proven herself to be a huge asset to the Club with her friendly and professional demeanor. Prior to her career at Spring Mountain, Lindsay worked as a Sales Executive for a Las Vegas high-rise Condominium project.
Lindsay comments on her new position: “I couldn’t be happier to be out of dress suits and high heels and surrounded by folks who are enjoying their time at Club Spring Mountain. I have already met some wonderful people here and I’m looking forward to attending races and events this fall so I can meet all of our Club members.”
If you have any friends or associates interested in becoming Club Spring Mountain members, please call Lindsay and she will be happy to arrange a tour. Lindsay can be reached at the office 775.727-6363 ext. 241, by cell phone 702-883-9196 or through email lindsay@clubspringmountain.com.
 Regular Season Hours Begin September 15
As the weather cools down for the fall season our hours will be changing. Effective September 15, 2008 our Regular Season hours are in effect. The track opens at 7:00 am and closes at 7:00 pm.
We Need YOUR Information!
Please help us keep you informed about Club Events, Races, Parties and more by filling out our Club Member Update forms that have been mailed to you. We have included a self-addressed, stamped envelope that you can use to send back to us, so take a moment to fill it out today. Thanks for your cooperation!
Comments/Suggestions/Feedback?
We are excited to announce that Spring Mountain will soon offer an Exotic Car dealership on the premises. Our latest 5,000 square-foot building will be leased to Switchcars.com . Switchcars.com is a full-service automotive firm, offering buying, selling and consulting services, with their main office in Cleveland, Ohio. We expect the opening of the dealership will be some time in October 2008, and we’ve just heard a Grand Opening party has been planned, so we’ll keep in touch with more details in future newsletters.
 New Garage Building for Members. The response to our latest garage building that is now under construction has been overwhelming from our valued members. Deposits of $500.00 are currently being accepted from our members to secure your space in the building, and the waiting list is growing longer. Completion of the garage building is expected by early Fall. If you are interested in a garage space in our newest building, please contact Ellen for additional information. Ellen can be reached TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891, on her cell at 702-595-3424, or by email at ellen@clubspringmountain.com.
The Tunnel! Saturday, August 9 is the official opening of the tunnel from the main entrance into the 2.2-mile paddock area. The tunnel is 10′ tall, 12′ wide and 80′ long (room enough for a UPS truck!) Entrance to the the tunnel will be through a gate arm controlled by a person in the NEW permanent guard shack (more news about this later!) and or by way of a key pad which will be located at the entrance. A traffic light system will alert you of outcoming traffic. The completion of this tunnel will revolutionize your access to all areas of the track at your own convenience.
Next month we’ll share more news about our permanent guard shack and bridge over the starting area. Our Microtel Hotel project is also moving forward steadily, with construction expected to begin some time this fall. We will keep you in the loop with more news on all of our development projects to be released in future club newsletters.
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Pahrump, NV 89048
TOLL FREE 800.391.6891
Local 775.727.6363
FAX 775.727.6366
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Club Spring Mountain News - July 2008
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Club Spring Mountain News
July 2008
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Happy Independence Day to our Valued Club Members
On the Fourth of July, we are thankful for the blessings that our freedom  represents and for the opportunities it provides. We are grateful for the love of our family and friends and for our right to live and speak freely. Some of our members have family or friends in the Armed Forces. At this time we remember and thank all the courageous men and women who have served and sacrificed throughout our history to preserve, protect, and expand our liberties.
All of us at Club Spring Mountain would like to thank you for your business and support this year as we enjoy our first Independence Day in our new Clubhouse. We hope you have been taking advantage of all the amenities offered to our valued members and guests. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July celebration, and enjoy your summer at the club!
Bullrun Road Rally Revs into Spring Mountain
The Bullrun, the most glamorous party and road rally in the world, stopped by Spring Mountain  Motorsports Ranch last week as part of their seven-day traveling tour from Calgary, Canada to Scottsdale. Over 20 drivers with their high-performance cars made an appearance, and revved up their engines to drive on part the track’s challenging 3.5 road course amidst the beautiful Spring Mountain range. Celebrity driver Ashley Van Dyke celebrated with John Morris, CEO of Spring Mountain, as the official Spring Mountain driver with a 2008 Z06 Blue Corvette. A catered brunch was feasted upon by guests at Club Spring Mountain’s new $3 million resort-style clubhouse, and everyone captured the action of the cars and drivers from the 23-foot track viewing tower. Best part is, no bulls were harmed in the making of this event.
About Bullrun
The Bullrun Rally is a legendary annual cross country car rally over a week involving 100 cars, celebrities and a party in a different city every night. It is the most glamorous and high profile “luxury lifestyle” automotive rally. Each year, cars and individuals from around the world embark on the beginning of an epic seven-day rolling road-trip from Calgary Canada to Scottsdale, AZ. Bullrun parties across the USA, bringing together a celebrity strewn cast of characters and for an unforgettable adventure, where, the only obligatory goals are to party, drive and enjoy. Fueled by an impressive schedule of public and private events at the finest venues and hotels and in the most exciting cities in America, ‘Bullrunners’ make their way from one checkpoint to the next, learning their destinations daily, rocking to a close each night in the party capitals of America.
About Ashley Van Dyke
Construction Update!
Development at Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch continues this summer at a brisk pace with several new buildings concurrently under construction. Pictured at right is our  new Lotus Building in the framing stage. The 8000 square-foot building will be used for storage and maintenance of our fleet of Lotus Elise vehicles used by the Lotus Performance Driving School. Additional amenities for exclusive use by our members are planned for this location, including a Racquetball Court and state-of-the-art GT Track Simulators. Also included in the building are a Dyno Shop and a mechanical shop for Powertec, Engine Builders for our fleet of Radical Extreme Sports Cars direct from England.
Currently in the foundation stage is a 5000 square-foot building that will be leased to Switch.com - an exotic car dealership specializing in Ferraris and Porsches. To answer the need for vehicle storage, another garage building is under construction.
Beginning Monday, July 7 construction on the the long-awaited tunnel from the main entrance into the 2.2-mile paddock area will begin. After the tunnel is completed your access to all areas of the track will be more convenient. During the construction, which is expected to last three weeks, we will be changing the configuration of the track for your safety and convenience.
Finally, our Hotel project is moving forward steadily, with construction expected to begin some time this fall. We will keep you in the loop with more news on all of our development projects to be released in future club newsletters.
Revised Summer Clubhouse Hours
Please be advised we are announcing NEW Summer Clubhouse Hours, which have been revised due to the heat of the summer. Effective immediately, Summer Clubhouse Hours are 6 am - 3 pm daily. The track will be closed for driving at 2 pm. Karting will resume on September 15, 2008. Enjoy your summer, and please don’t hesitate to contact Ellen if you have any questions.
Questions? Comments? Feedback?
We are always interested in your feedback and appreciate your comments and suggestions on how we make your time at Club Spring Mountain more enjoyable. Thank you for your support, and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ellen Delmore, your personal Country Club Representative, via email - ellen@springmountainmotorsports.com - or by phone TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891.
We’ll see you at the Club!
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3601 South Highway 160
Pahrump, NV 89048
TOLL FREE 800.391.6891
Local 775.727.6363
FAX 775.727.6366
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Radical Cup Race Report - Miller Sports Park
On May 2nd & 3rd the fourth round of the 2008 Radical Cup was held at the Miller Sports Park! An exciting time was held by all, visit the Race Report by Jeff Shafer.
Our 2008 Radical West Cup Points file has been updated, check it out!
Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch - May 2008
Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch News
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Fantasy Gift for Dads or Grads
 Are you looking for that “one-of-a-kind” unique gift for the father in your life? You probably know a Dad or Grad who are longing to test their limits on a track. Give a gift that is SURE to impress with one of our adrenaline-packed driving schools at Spring Mountain! Choose from a 1-, 2-, or 3-day Corvette, Radical or Lotus Driving School. We’ve got a price to suit every budget, and we’re offering some enticing deals right now, so give us a call TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891 to sign up today!
Planning a vacation this summer? Come to beautiful Spring Mountain, where you can relax in our new Clubhouse and beat the heat with some Cool Summer Deals in a Corvette or Lotus Advanced Driving School! Our Summer Specials are really great values, and as a bonus you can be one of the first to enjoy some poolside fun as a guest in our brand new Club Spring Mountain Member Center!
 If racing for fun or sport is in your future, we are holding our first SCCA Accredited License School in June for aspiring racers.
There’s never a dull moment at Spring Mountain, and things are really heating up for the summer season. Don’t miss out on all the fun! We appreciate your business and support, and thank you for helping us grow to serve you better. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our school programs, karting programs, track rentals, country club, future development or anything else on your mind. We are always happy to hear from you, so call us TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891.
We’ll see you at the track this season!
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Grand Opening Extravaganza!
Members, friends, family and the media gathered at the newly-completed $3 Million resort-style Club Spring Mountain Member Center for a weekend-long celebration May 3-4, 2008!  The festivities began with karting events and a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony attended by the members and their guests. On hand for the ceremony was Russ Meads, President of Classic Homes Nevada, the General Contracting firm responsible for the design, construction and interior decor of the luxurious resort-style Clubhouse. Also Ted Torres, Founder and President of the International Hospitality Development Alliance, who unveiled the artist’s renderings of the upcoming Spring Mountain Hotel, expected to be completed in 2009!
 After lunch competitors enjoyed a highly spirited Spring Mountain Series Race with a phenomenal 20-Radical grid, on Saturday afternoon. The Radical race was followed by a Sports Car Series Race with trophy presentations and photo opportunities for all the winners. Check out our Race Start Video by member Ken Melgoza.
On Saturday night members and guests enjoyed cocktails and appetizers catered by the local casino, the Pahrump Nugget. Music and entertainment were enjoyed courtesy of a Las Vegas DJ. The party crowd danced into the night, and everyone agreed it was an occasion to remember!
 Members and their guests enjoyed all the amenities in the new Clubhouse throughout the Grand Opening weekend, including the sparkling pool and jacuzzi area, the state-of-the-art fitness center, the massage center and the Gun Range. Karting on the 1.2-mile track was fun for the whole family, and tours in our hot 6-passenger 4-wheel-drive Rangers were going on through the day. It’s more fun than ever to be a member, so why not “Join the Club” today! For additional information about Club Spring Mountain, visit us on the web or call TOLL FREE 800.391.6891.
(Photos by Shawn Slattery)
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 Chevrolet News
By Janet Curran
The exciting news for Corvette right now is the ZR1. This amazing Corvette comes with an LS9 supercharged engine that produces 638 horsepower @ 6500 rpm and 604 ft lbs of torque @ 3800 rpm. The ZR1 Roots-type supercharger has a larger displacement, builds power more quickly at lower rpm and sustains it through higher rpm. The ZR1 comes with Brembo ceramic brakes and the HUD (heads up display) will have a boost gauge when in track mode.
“One of the most amazing things about the Corvette ZR1 is the level of refinement that our designers and engineers have attained. Even with all that power, this car has road manners that will allow our customers to enjoy it on the streets as a daily driver, and on the track,” said Chevrolet General Manager Ed Peper.
“Developing the LS9 involved more than simply striving for a great horsepower number. Endurance and reliability testing have shown the engine to be robust and low-maintenance, just like other engines in the small-block family,” said Sam Winegarden, executive director, engine engineering for GM Powertrain. “ That it is distinguished as the most powerful engine ever from General Motors is a source of immense pride among everyone involved with the LS9.”
On April 25, 2008, Chevrolet announced at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY that Spring Mountain Advanced Driving School is one of three schools chosen to provide a High Performance Driving School for buyers of this fabulous new Super Car.
Last month Corvette Quarterly Magazine, Corvette Marketing Manager Gary Claudio, racecar drivers Andy Pilgrim and Oliver Gavin were at Spring Mountain photographing and driving the fabulous, new ZR1 along with Spring Mountain Z06 and Z51 Corvettes.
Below is a list of upcoming Corvette Events for the next few months. Our representatives will be in attendance at each of these events, so come on over and say hello!
Looking forward to seeing you at any of these Corvette events.
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Vegas Hot Pursuit at Spring Mountain
The Inagural Vegas Hot Pursuit at Club Spring Mountain was an adrenaline-filled afternoon of motorsports, entertainment and hospitality. Held on Sunday, May 11, nearly 500 people experienced the thrill of taking “hot laps” in 450 hp Radical cars and speeds of more than 110 mph, karting at speeds of 80-plus mph, and ATV rides throughout the facility’s picturesque scenery. This was all to celebrate the official grand opening of the exclusive and luxurious Club Spring Mountain’s new $3 million resort-style clubhouse.
Las Vegas rock and roll band, Otherwise, played energy-filled sets to the crowd as they enjoyed food prepared by BOA Steakhouse, cocktails by Alchemia Vodka and beer from Knights Head premium brew. Guests were kept energized by event sponsor Red Bull and hydrated by sponsors Smart Water and Vitaminwater.
The day’s main event race, the Hot Pursuit, featured figureheads representing some of Las Vegas’ hottest hotels/casinos, auto dealerships and nightlife groups including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Lamborghini of Las Vegas, Light Group, Luxor Hotel Casino, Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino, Prive Nightclub, Red Rock Hotel Casino, Silverton Hotel & Casino, and T ao Restaurant and Nightclub, racing against each other in custom-wrapped Lotus cars.
BJ Baldwin, son of City Center head honcho Bobby Baldwin representing the Light Group, took home first place, followed by Nick Jones (Team Lamborghini) and Nick Landaruzi (Team Luxor.)
The ladies kart race preceded the day’s main event and featured women representing the same teams mentioned above. First place went to Team Silverton’s driver and Spring Mountain spokesmodel, Jen Gillum, second place to Sarah Kim (Team Luxor) and third place to Kim Fiasco (Team Prive.)
This was an unprecedented event at Spring Mountain, and all of the competitors are looking forward to a rematch next year!
(Photos by Shawn Slattery)
Spring Mountain in the News!
Spring Mountain’s recent developments have attracted the attention of the local, regional and national media! Check out our Media Center to view some of the many articles and TV clips that are now appearing in the news or online.
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On behalf of the management and staff, we would like to THANK YOU for reading the latest Edition of the Spring Mountain Motorsports News. We appreciate your business and support, and look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events!
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Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch
3601 South Highway 160 
Pahrump, NV 89048
TOLL FREE: 800.391.6891
Local: 775.727.6363
FAX: 775.727.6366
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Club Spring Mountain News - May 2008
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Club Spring Mountain News
May 2008
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Thanks for joining us at the fun-filled
Clubhouse Grand Opening Weekend - May 3-4, 2008!
Members, friends, family and the media gathered at the newly-completed Club Spring Mountain Member Center for a weekend-long celebration May 3- 4, 2008! The festivities began with breakfast by Pit Stop, karting events and a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony attended by the members and their guests. On hand for the ceremony was Russ Meads, President of Classic Homes, the General Contracting firm responsible for the design, construction and interior decor of the luxurious resort-style Clubhouse. Also Ted Torres, Founder and President of the International Hospitality Development Alliance, who unveiled the artist’s renderings of the upcoming Spring Mountain Hotel, expected to be completed in 2009! The group drank a cider toast to the successful completion of the highly anticipated gathering place for members and their friends and to the future of Club Spring Mountain. View a video of the ribbon cutting by member Ken Melgoza!
 Members of the press - locally and even internationally - were on hand to interview the owners, members and guests for upcoming newspaper and magazine coverage and TV specials, so be sure to look for Club Spring Mountain in the media! Pictured at left is Roni Taylor, Host of Ultimate Lifestyles TV in Las Vegas, interiewing co-owner John Morris for an upcoming special on the Club.
After lunch competitors enjoyed a highly spirited Spring Mountain Series Race with a phenomenal 20-Radical grid, complete with “umbrella girls” to shade each driver, on Saturday afternoon. The Radical race was followed by a Sports Car Series Race with trophy  presentations and photo opportunities for all the winners. Jen Gillum, Miss Spring Mountain, was also on-hand for the podium ceremonies. We were thrilled to have Nick Dove and Paul Dujon from Radical Motorsport among the celebrants, directly from the Radical factory in England! Congratulations to the winners of all the races! (The race results will be uploaded to the website soon.) Check out our Race Start Video by member Ken Melgoza. Read Radical Motorsport’s breaking news of the Opening!
On Saturday night members and guests enjoyed  cocktails and appetizers catered by the local casino, the Pahrump Nugget. The revelers noshed on a shrimp bar under a magnificent ice sculpture with the Club logo, ample passed hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and a delectable chocolate fountain. Jeffrey’s crew did a wonderful job of presenting the feast in the beautifully finished Clubhouse with music and entertainment by a Las Vegas DJ. The party crowd danced into the night, and everyone agreed it was a party to remember.
Members and their guests enjoyed all the amenities in the new Clubhouse throughout the  Grand Opening weekend, including the sparkling pool and jacuzzi area, the state-of-the-art fitness center, the massage center and the Gun Range. Karting on the 1.2-mile track was fun for the whole family, and tours in our hot 6-passenger 4-wheel-drive Rangers were going on through the day.
We would like to thank all of our members and guests for your continued support, and for your attendance at this exciting event! The Spring Mountain staff was phenomenal as always, working hard to ensure everyone had a fantastic weekend. We look forward to seeing you at future parties and events at Club Spring Mountain!
For additional information about the Clubhouse, visit us on the web or call TOLL FREE 800.391.6891.
(Photos by Shawn Slattery)
VEGAS Hot Pursuit at Club Spring Mountain - May 11, 2008!
Members and guests who are planning to join us this weekend are in for a treat! The  Inagural Event - Vegas Hot Pursuit at Club Spring Mountain - is scheduled to take place THIS SUNDAY - May 11, 2008 on the grounds of Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch. This is an adrenaline filled day of action sports, entertainment and hospitality, with hundreds of participants expected to be shuttled in from Las Vegas. Club Spring Mountain members are part of the action on the 3.1- and 1.5-mile road courses (see below for member schedule adjustments,) with a live DJ and Rock and Roll band providing additional entertainment. Members will be treated to a gourmet BBQ and open bar. At the end of the day an awards ceremony will be held to present the winning team with the Vegas Hot Pursuit trophy.
The main event will feature figureheads from several leading Las Vegas hotel/casinos, nightlife, and media groups racing against each other in custom wrapped Lotus cars. Expected participants include Prive, Tao, Red Rock Casino, Silverton, Light Group, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino and more.
Modified “Hot Pursuit” Schedule for Members: On Saturday, May 10, members can use the 3.1-mile course from 9 am - 4 pm, with Karting available between 12-1 on the kart track. On Sunday, May 11, the 3.1-mile road course will be available for members between 9 am - 11:30 am. At 12:00 pm members will move to the North 1.5-mile loop for vehicles. Karting is available with your own karts only for members between 12 - 3:35 pm. (Kart rentals will not be available on Sunday.)
Learn to Fly at Spring Mountain Flying Club!
Are you longing to soar through the wild blue yonder behind the controls of a private plane? We’ve got the tools you need to obtain your Private Pilot License, and you will be surprised how quickly you can obtain your certification!  Spring Mountain Flying Club is now ready to offer our members Flying Lessons in our fleet of Remos G-30 Light Sport Aircraft. If you are interested in learning how to fly for fun, business, or even as a career, please call Ellen Delmore TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891 or fill out our Questions Form. Our Captain and Pilot in Command, Elisabeth Murillo, will contact you and schedule you for your first flying lesson! Club Spring Mountain recently purchased a lot at the nearby Calvada Private Airport and a hangar with an office for our Flying Club. For more information about Spring Mountain Flying Club, visit our website or contact Elisabeth Murillo directly by email - elisabeth@springmountainmotorsports.com.
Questions? Comments? Feedback?
Remember, we are here to serve YOU, and we always appreciate your input on how we make your time at Club Spring Mountain more enjoyable. Thank you for your support, and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ellen Delmore, your personal Country Club Representative, via email - ellen@springmountainmotorsports.com - or by phone TOLL FREE at 800.391.6891.
We’ll see you at the Club!
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 Club Spring Mountain
at Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch
3601 South Highway 160
Pahrump, NV 89048
TOLL FREE 800.391.6891
Local 775.727.6363
FAX 775.727.6366
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Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch | 3601 South Highway 160 | Pahrump | NV | 89048
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