THE MAD POST
Thursday, June 24th, 2021
Next MAD POST Thursday, July 8th
Jun 24
GM – Mad Post June 24 2021
Submitted by Gary Ward
Covid Update
The Covid task force met earlier this week and made the following recommendations which the board approved for implementation.
- Weekend Guests - permit up to 1 guest per member at any time on weekends (bookings through a ballot submission or on tee sheet after times are posted)
- Eliminate limitation of arriving within 30 minutes of tee time
- Eliminate the need to book practice time
- Re-introduce benches on course
- Re-introduce the shuttle cart on #6
- Re-introduce the use of the handicap computer, it will be located outside golf shop.
- Re-introduce the use of self-serve coffee and tea station.
- Beginning on July 5th expanding weekday walk-ons to one time per hour Monday-Thursday starting at 10 am, excluding during league play or on holidays.
A touch free sanitizer will be available in the shuttle cart, beside the handicap computer and coffee stations for use.
For members with contact concerns, they can comfortably refrain from using the benches, cart, handicap computer without impacting their golf experience or in the case of coffee or tea, have the staff prepare it.
Jun 23
Mad Post – June 24th
Submitted by Carl Penfold
Over the last couple of weeks, we have used a back nine start quite frequently. This has helped balance the amount of play on the front and back. As well it has helped Chad and his team complete the construction of the yellow tee blocks. I am sure most of you are thinking that these tees are not designed for you. However, in recent years, there have been more and more studies supporting golfers moving up a block, or two, to increase enjoyment and play from a yardage more suitable to their skill level based on how far they hit the ball.
Jun 22
Submitted by Susan Quigley
Hello Everyone,
A BIG THANK YOU to Stephanie Tucker for coming out to play with each group for a hole or
two. It was inspirational for all of us to watch you play.
Jun 21
Submitted by Pierre Lemaire
Good news. We will have a 2-day Member/Member event on July 28 & 29.
Make your own team or give your name to the Pro Shop, they will match you with another member to make a team. It will be a fun event. There will be prizes, a contest for the team that will not do finals, dinner on the second day and more!
Register now as space is limited.
Jun 20
Submitted by Ryan Rinneard
Jun 19
Submitted by Michelle Larcher
Thank you to all the members for their patience as we waited for the water to be tested. We are happy to say that the water tests came back clear and we were able to open the kitchen and provide full bar service as of Tuesday June 22nd. Our impromptu barbecue was a success and everyone seemed pleased that it was up and running. Our next weekend barbeque will be Canada Day Long Weekend. We will be offering burgers, hot dogs, sausages, and ribs along with some side salads and ice cream. The barbeque will run from 11:00-5:00 and will continue the whole weekend (weather permitting).
Jun 18
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Submitted by Trish Carman, Club Accountant
Summer is finally here and along with it comes this friendly reminder that your annual dues are payable in full at the end of June. For those Members that have a PAD (pre-authorized debit), or have authorized the use of their credit card at an additional 2.5%, your annual dues will be processed automatically. A fee of $75 is applied to all late payments.
If you are using the Club’s cart storage option, you will notice the fee on your June statement payable at the end of July. The fee for this service is $250.00 + HST.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me directly.
Thank you,
Trish Carman
Accountant/Office Manager
[email protected]
705-428-3673 ext. 4
Jun 17
Welcome Sue Weir to the administrative team. Sue will assume Kathi Brown's role in the accounting department. We wish Kathi all the best in her new endeavours.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK
HOLE IN ONE - June 22
SHEILA KAARLELA - Hole #3
This was Sheila's third hole in one at MAD, she now has and ace on #3, #11 and #16. look out #7 & #14!
She was in a 4 ball match with partner Fran Painter, versus Cathy Hobart and PA Irwin-Allen.
She hit a beautiful wedge into the wind....right at the flag, landed on the front of the green and rolled right in.
Needless to say, they won that hole!
And she just had an awesome golf lesson....her coach will be thrilled to hear about this!
Lesson Interruptions
Be mindful of golf lessons that may be taking place near you on the range. Please do not interrupt or distract the Member, or the Pro while the lesson is taking place. Focus during a golf lesson is essential for the member to benefit.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Canada Day
Canada Day is coming soon!
Watch for Covid-friendly on course activities to celebrate this holiday weekend and Canada’s 154th birthday. Carl and his team are looking forward to awarding prizes throughout the weekend for those members who enter the various games and competitions.
The barbecue will be available all weekend long for those who want some traditional Canada Day fare!
Pro Shop Reminder
A friendly reminder that we are only allowed 15% capacity (2 members) in the pro shop.
If you enter the shop and there are already two members inside, we kindly ask that you wait outside until they exit.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Housekeeping Request
Please do not remove the washroom towels for on course use.
The back shop will gladly provide an extra towel if needed.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Please Slow Down in Driveway
ATTENTION: Members and Staff!
Please observe the posted speed limit along the roadway (35 km) and be especially cautious around the clubhouse and back shop areas when driving electric carts and/or cars. Thank you!
Magnetic Name Badges
If you would like to purchase a magnetic name badge in preparation for the reopening of social events at the club, please email Sandy Higgins at
[email protected] and indicate how you would like your name to appear on the badge.
There is a charge of $6.85 plus HST
Have a Suggestion
Send your idea or concern to: [email protected] Your suggestion will be forwarded to the appropriate individual or committee for consideration.