Submitted by Carl Penfold, Head Professional

The Women’s Mid-Am is less than one week away and I am still looking for a few caddies to cover all the requests I have received from the field. The commitment is for all three tournament rounds, and if possible, the practice round as well. I was asked by some members about the expectations for the caddies, for example, do they need to carry the clubs? Do they need to read the greens? Assist with club selection? etc. The answer to most of these is, not necessarily.

Essentially, most of the players are simply looking for someone to carry/push their clubs for them. We all know how challenging Mad River can be to walk. Now imagine doing that over 3 days of tournament golf! If they have a caddie, this will help them conserve some energy, which will be needed for the back nine. Depending on the player, and the experience of the caddie, they may ask for assistance with club selection or reading a putt. If you do not feel comfortable giving advice, there is nothing wrong with letting them know. Finally, the caddies will assist with raking bunkers, filling divots, and tending the flagstick.

Once again, I only need a few more members to come forward to volunteer for this role. I have caddied at events in the past and I can say that it was a great experience! What better way to take in the action than to be inside the ropes. If you are interested, please reach out to me directly via email [email protected].
 

Susan Quigley
Host Club Tournament Chair for the Canadian Women’s Mid Am Championship.

Canadian Women’s Mid Amateur Championship Down to the wire -the Mid Am is less than a week away!

Player registration for the event is now complete with 67 ladies on the list. Golf Canada will be onsite this week to set the course and help us attend to last minute details.

Volunteer training is set for Saturday afternoon, July 22, from 230-4pm. PA & Dave Allen have been feverishly sorting out all the volunteer logistics. Not an easy task!

Sunday afternoon, July 23, there is a very special exclusive “Sponsor Appreciation Clinic” organized to promote women’s golf. “Iron Lady” Lindsay Knowlton will lead the event. Our event sponsors and a few of our Ladies members will have the opportunity to participate in a 1-1/2 hour clinic, followed by a 9 hole scramble and apres Q&A reception.

Practice rounds Monday July 24, and matches beginning Tuesday -Thursday. Lots of excitement! Lots of great golf to be seen!

The legacy component of the Championship, led by Heather Johnston, Dean Elliott and Carl Penfold, is our initiative to leave a lasting impact on the community. The program entails creating a junior women’s golf development program involving selected participants from some local high schools (Stayner Collegiate, Our Lady of the Bay, Collingwood Collegiate). Carl and Stephanie will conduct a shortened pilot program later this season. This will be a great opportunity to promote and introduce the game of golf to prospective junior players. The Mad River board has embraced the idea with full support by offering some financial support taken from the tournament’s profit. Please watch for and encourage these new junior players.

 

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Submitted by Karen Franklin, Ladies Captain
 

Today is Tuesday July 18 – Sr. Club Championship
Play your own ball today.  If you’re over 50 years old, you would have chosen, in advance, to hole out and compete for Gross or Net winnings, or play Stableford. This format is the same as last year which was a fun, relaxed event.
NGL Stableford scores on the back nine will count towards the NGL competition as well. 
 
Upcoming Events:
 
Mid-Am – July 24 – 28
Note: There will be no Tuesday Ladies’ Golf on Tuesday on July 25. Most of us will be volunteering at the event while are rooting for our ladies, Kristy and Sharon!
 
Tuesday August 1
Game: Scramble
Rule: GUR
 
 

Submitted by Ang De Lorenzi, Men's Captain

This information is provided for your safety.  
In the event of unstable weather while golfing, err on the side of caution and stay safe!
The Club uses a lightning detection system to enhance member safety. One long horn blast indicates that the system has detected the potential for lightning strikes in the area of the course. When the horn sounds, members and their guests are required to immediately cease play or practice and find shelter. There are shelters between #5 tee and #17 fairway and on the north side of #16. The washrooms at #6 and #15 tees may also be used. The Clubhouse and backshop should only be utilized by members and their guests who are in the immediate vicinity of the Clubhouse when the horn sounds. If these options aren’t available, shelter should be sought in dense woods or low-lying areas rather than in open areas, elevated ground, or under tall trees. All cell phones should also immediately be turned off when the horn sounds. Power carts do NOT protect against lightning strikes and members and their guests MUST NOT attempt to drive back to the clubhouse after the horn has sounded. Please be aware that once the horn has sounded, staff are not permitted to pick up members and drive them back to the Clubhouse. Members who continue to play or practice after the horn has sounded or who otherwise act contrary to this policy will be subject to discipline. Three short horn blasts indicate that play may be resumed. Risk of exposure to lightning strikes is an inherent risk of golf and the Club assumes no liability for injury or harm to members or their guests due to lightning. Lightning detection systems, including Mad River’s system, are not perfect and cannot guarantee the safety of members and their guests. Even where the horn has not sounded, members should be aware of the risk of lightning on the course and take appropriate action where, in their judgement, the risk of lightning strikes exist
 

Submitted by Ryan Rinneard, Director of Instruction

WEEKLY CLINICS!
 
Have you tried our weekly golf clinics yet?  These weekly clinics are a great learning environment and a great way to get to know your fellow members in a relaxed, social setting.  Here is what your fellow members are saying:
 
“I just want to thank you for the helpful golf clinics this season. My game has definitely improved because of them.  It has also helped me stay engaged at the club and I have met some wonderful members I might not have met otherwise.”
 
“I found your clinic transformational. I’ve been struggling with all the different positions for where my hands & the ball should be for the varying lies around Mad River which are more challenging than at our previous club. Your demeanor, caring attitude, even your repartee joking😁 made us all feel relaxed and able to execute your instructions well.”

Submitted by Trish Carman, Club Accountant

Members:

For those members that had children in the July 3-6 Fundamentals Camp, there has been an error in the billing. This will be corrected and appear on your account in July. Please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions.

Thank you

Trish Carman
Accountant/Office Manager
The Mad River Golf Club