Weaver Climbs To The Top - West Coast Winds Demographics

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Weaver Climbs
To The Top
Keith Baldrey
on Politics
David Suzuki
on Environment
Golfing in the Winds
(33 pages)
Mountain Winds
Spring/Summer 2013
Biking & Skiing
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What’s in the
West Coast Winds Megazine
0 4 Political Answers in the Winds
Why Did Dix Flip Flop on Pipeline?
by Keith Baldrey,
Victoria Bureau Chief, Global TV
photo: Peter Jacobsen
11 Facing the Winds
Green Party MLA Weaver
Climbs to The Top
05 Winds Warning
Cycling Grows Alarmingly
by David Suzuki, Environmental Analyst
Green Party MLA Weaver eyes the top branch.
Golfing in the
09 Winds Swing
Changes Must Be Made
by Dick Zokol, PGA Champion
West Coast Winds Megazine
10 Clubs Fight Archaic Tax Law
Weaver means business for Green Party.
Mountain
11 Teeing Off in the Winds
Priorities of Golf Industry
by Doug Ferne,
BC Regional Director, NGCOA Canada
12 Golfing Guest of the Winds
Growing the Game
by Doug Hawley, GM Redwoods Golf Club
13 High Tech Academy Hits Chilliwack
14 Home Grown Pros Bloom in Abbotsford
16 Clubs Relieved Clark Elected
22 Need a Fair Way to the Island
41 Gearing Up For Safe Season
42 Enduro Racing Heats up
43 Olympic Training Grounds
44 Who’ll Soar at Sochi
45 Perfect Spring Powder
23 Island Clubs Shoot Hole-in-One
28 Girl Power Hits Vernon Area
29 Royale Cup Creates Excitement
32 Golf Pie Gets Smaller
36 Strengthen For a Better Game
Fairwinds Golf Resort
Tips From The Pros
15-17-18-21-24-27-30-31-35-37
I
to play. Also, 20 golf pros give you their expert
n the front page photo of this issue
tips
on how best to play the game. Columnist Dick
of
the
West
Coast
Winds,
we
capSpin
Zokol, PGA Champion warns that the golf industry
ture Andrew Weaver, the lone BC Green
must change in order to surive, and columnist Doug
Party MLA climbing a tree in the
Ferne, Regional Director of the National Golf Course
forest, surrounded by nothOwners Association of Canada, writes about the priing but greenery. It’s unlike the
orities facing the industry. The Golfing ‘Guest of
picture in the legislature, where
the Winds’ columnist, Doug Hawley, GM of the
he is surrounded by nothing but 85 opposRedwoods Golf Club, addresses the issue of
ing members of the majority Liberal Party.
how to grow the game in the current soft market. Also,
‘Facing the Winds’, Weaver reveals to me the
read informative articles on BC’s golf clubs fighting an
intimidation factor of being the only Green
LaVerne Procyk,
archaic tax law and why club operators are pleased PreParty MLA, and the massive responsibility of emuPublisher
mier Clark sunk-the-putt-to win! Plus, read why a fair
lating the green hornet trying to save the province’s
way is needed to the island, how girl power has hit the
environment by stinging the Liberals. He opens up about his lifestyle change
Vernon region, and why the golf pie is getting smaller.
from university professor to politician, and how he represents the Green Party’s
In the Mountain Winds, read articles about mounpolitical transformation.
tain biking and how enduro racing is heating up,
With more on politics, Keith Baldrey, Legislative Bureau Chief for Global BC,
and how to tackle tough mountain terrain without
answers the question, why did NDP Leader Adrian Dix flip flop on the Kinder
wiping out. Also, on the skiing front, read about
Morgan pipeline issue? On the environmental front, David Suzuki writes about the
which alpine downhill Olympic hopefuls will
ramifications of cycling increasing at an alarming rate. On business, John Winter,
soar at the 2014 Olympics in Sochi. And, read
President of the BC Chamber of Commerce is taking a golf break and will be in the
which local mountains are training grounds for
next West Coast Winds.
the Olympic ski teams, plus see write ups and
Speaking of Golf, this issue’s 33 page ‘Golfing in the Winds’ section is the biggest and
photos on some of BC’s best mountains. It’s all
best, so far. Read interesting columns from golf experts, and unique articles written by
in the ‘Winds’. So, read on and ‘Get The Drift’.
the Wind’s writers, plus write ups and photos of great BC and Pacific Northwest courses
Writers
Winds Swing
Dick Zokol
Golfing
Political Answers
in the Winds
Keith Baldrey
Politics
Winds Warning
David Suzuki
Environment
Storm Winds
John Winter
Business
Teeing off
in the Winds
Doug Ferne
Golfing
Golfing Guest
of the Winds
Doug Hawley
BC Golfing
Biking Guest
of the Winds
Aaron Dobie
Biking
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Why Did Dix Flip Flop on
Kinder Morgan Pipeline?
Political
Answers
in the
C
Keith Baldrey
One of many Kinder Morgan pipelines under construction.
F
irst of all the NDP was obviously relying
on bad polling information. So, leader
Adrian Dix may have thought he had a comfortable enough lead to take the opposing
position on the Kinder Morgan pipeline, in
the hopes of securing the support in Vancouver Point Grey, and Vancouver Fairview.
They really wanted to win those ridings, particularly Christy Clark’s seat. And I think Dix
thought the NDP had enough support, and a
big enough lead in the polls to take a position
that may have pleased the people in Kitsilano
and Point Grey, but left people totally cold
outside of Metro Vancouver.
Q. The head of the unionized trades in BC,
Tom Sigurdson said Dix’s flip flop was the
main factor in the outcome of the election.
Do you think that’s true?
A. That’s what happened. That killed Dix.
Q. Sigurdson has stated that Dix’s stand
changed the pro NDP votes of probably the
major portion of the 23,000 BC members
of the BC & Yukon Territories Building and
Construction Trades Council, because they
were afraid that no jobs would be created.
Do you think Dix really thought this through
before he took the stand aginst the pipeline?
A. Well, the NDP got hammered in the interior in places where the position of being
pro-environmentalism, but anti jobs is not
appreciated. Former NDP MLA Harry Lawley lost his riding, and he says he lost because
of that position.
Q. But didn’t Dix realize that the urban voters
in Point-Grey and Vancouver Fairview, who
are green, do not reflect the thinking of the
majority of the people in the smaller towns of
northern BC, who care more about creating
jobs than the environment?
A. He should have. The non urban residents
rely on natural resources. If you live in any
city in the interior, you are much closer to
industry and the natural resource industry,
than you are if you
live on the West
Side of Vancouver, where all you
see are the mountains. So, that is
where the base of
the environmental
support is. When
he took that position to take the
Point-Grey riding
from the Liberals, he might have
sacrificed several
seats in the Interior and of course
in the Okanagan.
The NDP party thought they were going to
win the Prince George and Kamloops seats,
but they didn’t. In fact, the Liberals did even
better in those ridings than they did in the
last election. The Liberal vote went up, not
down. There’s no doubt, I think you can link
the NDP loss to Dix’s flip flop.
Q. Do you think that there is still the perception out there that the NDP are lousy business people and will run the BC economy
into the ground?
A. The NDP is always vulnerable because
people fear they are going to wreck the economy and hurt their pocket books. The Liberals exploited that fear perfectly with the ads
against Dix and the party. The NDP can cry
all they want that the Liberal ads campaign
was so unfair, but a lot of stuff in politics isn’t
fair. They lost because of that and they will
loose again.
Keith Baldrey Victoria Bureau Chief,
Global TV
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icycles are an increasingly popular, affordable and a practical transportation
option. Many cities are making life easier for
cyclists by building separated lanes, impleDavid Suzuki
menting bike-share programs and introducing
regulations to reduce conflict between bikes
and cars. You can now find bicycle sharing in 500 cities in 49 countries, including Beijing, Montreal, Chicago, Paris and Mexico City.
In Vancouver, we’re still waiting for a planned sharing program,
but cycling is the fastest growing transportation mode here, jumping
by 40 per cent since 2008, from about 47,000 to 67,000 daily trips.
This is mainly thanks to an ever expanding network of bike lanes
and routes.
Let’s consider some claims from opponents. Two main ones are
that bicycling initiatives hurt local businesses and impede car traffic. Numerous studies show the opposite is often true: over the long
term, business usually
improves and car traffic
is reduced. When bike
lanes do affect car commuting times, it’s often
Cyclists wait for green light.
by a small amount.
A lot of criticism of the growing number of cyclists in cities is valid.
Too many cyclists blast through stop signs, don’t give pedestrians the
right-of-way, refuse to signal turns, ride against traffic, don’t make
themselves visible enough and use sidewalks. Many seem to have a
sense of entitlement compelling them to ignore laws.
It doesn’t take much to learn and follow the rules, and investing in
proper gear — including lights and reflectors — is absolutely necessary. You’ll not only be safer; you’ll also be less likely to anger motorists, pedestrians and fellow cyclists.
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Facing the
Weaver Climbs To The Top
O
n election night, out of the blue
move away from the old growth.
the legislature was splashed
So, we are creating jobs and dealwith a hint of green, when Andrew
ing with our second growth lumWeaver made history by becoming
ber and we’re preserving the envithe first Green Party MLA for BC.
ronment. Any successful strategy
In ‘Facing The Winds’, the former
is linked to the economy.
climate scientist and professor who
Q. NDP leader Adrian Dix opturned politician, opens up in an
posed the Kinder Morgan pipein-depth interview with publisher
line for the NDP to win Premier
LaVerne Procyk.
Clark’s pro-environment PointQ. You are one man, all alone
Grey riding. Do you think he
thrown into the legislature with
hoped to take her seat away, at
85 opposing Liberal MLA’s. That’s
any cost?
got to be a bit intimidating?
A. I would never speculate about
A. No, that part is not intimidatthe intentions of another indiing at all. What is intimidating,
vidual. I think it was the right
is when you look around this indecision, even though he received
stitution and see the history and
criticism for changing his mind.
take a moment and go wow, I’m
People have said that’s why he lost
part of this now?
the election, but I don’t think so.
Q. The Green Party has been conQ. If his flip flop on the pipeline
strued as having members who
wasn’t one of the instigating facare pot smoking hippies and ultra Green Party MLA Weaver aims for the top.
tors for the NDP loss, what was?
left wing zealots chained to trees. Then you come along with your A. Ultimately the public did not trust that the NDP had a vision. They
straight professor persona and business suit. Do you think you are were looking for hope, and they didn’t feel that hope was given in the
transforming the party’s reputation to a more business oriented and NDP campaign. But, there was Christy Clark throwing out a bunch of
organized party?
hail Mary’s about LNG and a debt free BC. These are hopeful slogans
A. You’ve got to make decisions that respect peoples wishes. People with no substance, but it resonated with people.
don’t react positively to somebody who is the stereotypical pot smok- Q. Because of his flip flop, Dix apparently lost the votes of the majority
er, chained to a tree, protesting everything. You are far more effective of the 23,000 members of the BC & Yukon Building and Construction
working in a business like fashion.
Trades Council, because they feared jobs would not be created withQ. Is going from scientist and professor to politician, a culture shock? out the pipeline being built. So, how do you deal with the perception
A. I’m going from a climate scientist, on the front lines of climatized that pro-environmental legislation equates to less jobs?
communication with the public, to a politician. If you’re a scientist A. The perception is there, that’s why I think the Green Party’s apworking on the mating habits of some butterfly that no one cares proach is so novel. The economy and the environment are coupled.
about, there would be a big transition. But, climate science enters the Forget that old style of, ‘Liberals for jobs and the NDP for the environpublic discussion, so you’re out there, and develop a thick skin.
ment’. You’ve got the right versus left, and socialists at the gate. In realQ. Are you prepared for the long hours in your new job?
ity, the public is sick of that sort of stuff, which is why voter turnout
A. As a climate scientist, I travelled all over the world, and it was ex- was only about 54 per cent.
hausting. I’ve slept in the same bed for over two months, and I haven’t Q. The NDP is in disarray, with no apparent leader in the wings to
done that since 1989.
take over from Dix. Does this put the Green Party in a good position
Q. How do you feel about shouldering the responsibility of holding for the next election?
the Liberals feet to the fire on the environmental issues, after all it is a A. It’s clear to me that the NDP is a broken party. You can see it in
big job and you’re all alone in the legislature?
the legislature. I think Dix is an admiral, intelligent man with some
A. It is a big job, but I’m really not alone. I’ve got an amazing staff and good policies. But, unfortunately the party is dysfunctional because it
support in the Green Party outside of the legislature. I also know that is being run in a traditional way that voters don’t want anymore. They
the people are behind me.
have no vision because they have three visions, and that’s the problem.
Q. What are the important issues threatening BC’s environment?
They have a vision of the environment, union jobs and some kind
A. The number one issue for me is the economy and linking the envi- of small business vision. All of these visions are fighting against each
ronment with the economy. We need an expansion of BC’s clean tax other. We have one vision, which links all three together.
sector, which is a sector involved in the generation, transportation, Q. BC Green Party leader Jane Sterk lost her Victoria-Beacon Hill ridstorage and end use of renewable energy. End use means the more ing and is stepping down. Will you take over her job?
efficient use of energy, using existing technologies or development of A. I have no intention of being leader now, but if going into the elecnew technologies that do things differently in terms of non combus- tion I’m the only Green Party MLA I probably would, because I think
tion and fossil fuels. So, that links the economy and environment to- it’s a sense of duty and responsibility.
gether, because we can’t deal with our profound environmental issues Q. Clark says the Asian LNG market is a trillion dollar windfall for
unless we transition our technology sector into clean technology, and BC. Explain the discrepancy between you a Clark on this issue?
we have to have a strong economy to deal with our environment.
A. It is irresponsible of her to make these claims, with no backing of
Q. What about other environmental issues, like cutting down old base. BC has no natural gas capacity for export now and US can exgrowth trees and the exporting of logs to the US?
port tomorrow. Russia has 20 times more gas than all of Canada, and
A. I’m not saying stop forestry. But, it’s madness to ship raw logs to China has more than all of Canada times three. I suspect we will be
the US to process our second growth logs, we haven’t retooled our called to bring in bizarre legislation to create a tax structure that will
mills to allow them to deal with it. Instead, we’re relying on cutting old give away our natural resources. I fear that BC will give them away to
growth. Lets provide incentives to get those logs processed in BC, and foreign companies, just so Clark can say I did it!
Golfing
in the
Dick Zokol
on Changing Golf
Doug Ferne
on Golf Industry Priorities
High Tech Academy
Hits Chilliwack
Lovin’ The Links in:
Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island,
Okanagan, Kamloops Area,
Kootenays and Pacific Northwest
Clubs Fight Archaic
Tax Laws
How To Grow
The Game
Girl Power
Invades Vernon
Need a Fair Way
to The Island
Home Grown Pros
From Abbotsford
Fairwinds Golf Resort
Swing
Changes Must be Made
have been many
T here
initiatives taken by
golf owners and operators to try to grow the
game. This is not a new
issue. The game needs to
become less expensive
Dick Zokol
and less time consuming.
In terms of rounds of golf
booked, a lot of golf courses are 20 per cent down
from last year,which was 20 per cent down from
the year before, which was 50 per cent less than
the year before that, and so on. Over the last few
years, there has been a steady decline in the number of people playing golf. Although, it has never
really been promoted, I like the nine hole option of
playing the game. I think it’s good for two reasons.
Number one, it cuts the cost in half, and secondly
it cuts the time in half.
A beginner golfer gets a lesson at Arbutus Ridge.
Another issue that is causing the soft golf market
is the intimidation factor preventing women from playing the game. because I choose to play by the rules. I play a high level of competiI think what we need to do in the industry is to inform the new entry tion. That is one way to play golf. It satisfies me as a professional golfer.
level golfer that now you don’t have to play by the rules any more.
But, if you are in a group of ladies who are entering golf, you don’t
For example you can anchor your club, or if your ball rolls into a have to tee off on the tees. Instead, you can walk to the 150 yard point
hole, why don’t you move it and tee it up if you want to? Unless you of the fairway. This scenario is called, ‘Play It Forward.’ You don’t have
are playing competition golf at a serious level, you don’t need to play to tee off, you can do whatever you want. Another example is if you hit
by the rules of the game. It never used to be that way, but that is what the ball into a bunker, you can bring it out. That’s what this whole new
it is now all about. To get out and play golf on your terms.
approach to the game is all about. You can play nine holes and really
The ‘old boy’s culture that is still prevalent in many country clubs is enjoy the game on your terms.
still an anchor on the game. I am an old boy as well, as far as golf goes,
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Clubs Fight Archaic Tax Laws
it comes to the serious game of sinking the archaic tax laws
W hen
governing Canada’s $11 billion golf industry, club owners and op-
applicable as a business expense, than taking clients to other venues. When this tax is changed, it will increase revenues and help
erators are having a difficult time sinking- the -putt- to -win.
grow the game.”
Golf is all about how you play the game, and the club operators are
Doug Hawley, General Manager for the Redwoods Golf Club
angry that the Conservatives are not playing in a fair way. Although sta- concurs that the current tax act is absurd. “Put it this way, your actistics indicate that golf is the number one recreational sport in Canada, countant would rather you entertain clients at a strip club and take
the current tax law does not allow business people to claim the cost of a advantage of the 50% deduction, over a game of golf with no deducround of golf as a business expense on their tax returns.
tion. What message is the government sending about an industry
Stoking the fires of the burning mad golf club operators, is the fact that which contributes $11.3 billion to the gross domestic product, as
the Conservatives are ignoring that there are about 6 million Canadian well as create jobs for $340,000 Canadians?”
golfers, making golf the country’s most popular participation sport.
Hawley points out that the golf course is used as a key business
The National Golf Club Owners Association has been pushing the Feds tool. “More than any other venue, it’s a place to build relationships
to kill the 1971 tax reform, in which the Canada Revenue Agency doesn’t with clients and co-workers. The majority of courses are small busiallow deductions for expenses incurred by business people entertaining ness operators, looking to provide a safe and simple form of exerclients at golf courses. The NGCOA is demanding that Canadian golf cise that guests can enjoy with friends and business associates.”
clubs be given the opportunity to play on a level playing field with other
In light of the unprecedented soft golf market, many course opentertainment venues like hockey, football, soccer, skiing etc.
erators believe the unfair tax law is just another nail in the coffin
Doug Ferne, NGCOA Regional Director points out that the current for the ailing industry. Ted Swain, Director of Operations for the
tax law is intolerable. “Unfortunately the golf industry in Canada suffers Sandpiper Golf Resort thinks it is imperative that the Feds rectify
from an outdated 40 year old tax policy that singles out the industry in the situation. “There needs to be a change so that golf courses can
an unfair manner.” He adds,
get back on an even playing
“Canada’s 2,500 golf coursfield, when it comes to sales
es, most of whom are small
to corporate clients and
business operators, cannot
guests.”
compete fairly with many
Next to the board room,
of the other industries that
the links see more business
Canada Revenue does supaction than many other
port entertaining clients.”
places according to Tara
Over the past few years a
Atkinson, the GM of the
vast number of Canadian
Princeton Golf Club. “There
courses, many in BC, have
is probably more real busigone into receivership. And,
ness that takes place on the
many more are barely staygolf course, you have four
ing out of the red. Ferne
full hours of uninterrupted
doesn’t think the archaic tax This is just one of thousands of business rounds of golf played at Crown Isle.
time to discuss business.”
law is helping the soft golf market. “The industry is now facing the most The tough tax law is affecting many golfing business people, comcompetitive market place in our industry’s history, so this unfair tax leg- plains Winston Michell, Operations Manager at Cotton Wood Golf
islation is no longer a tolerable disadvantage.”
Club. “Many of our clients in the BC business community are greatThe business community, is also taking a hit as a result of the outdated ly affected by this law. I would like to see the golf industry become
tax law. Jock Findlayson, President of the BC Business Association, says consistent with other aspects of our hospitality industry.”
many business people would benefit if the Conservatives change the law.
Someone who is optimistic the Feds will change the tax sooner
“We have a lot of members who are golfers and do business on the golf than later, is Jason Lowe General Manager at the Arbutus Golf Club.
course. They would appreciate the opportunity to be able to deduct the “I personally met with our local MP to review the topic and she was
green fees. Many more smaller business people would be able to take very supportive. It’s just a matter of getting it prioritized now.”
clients on the course and discuss business, if the law was changed.”
Meanwhile, Ferne hopes the Conservatives will finally stand beMeanwhile, David Patriquin owner of the Canoe Creek Golf Club in hind the industry. “The golf industry will continue to address this
Shuswap, thinks the old tax law is senseless. “This law makes no sense unfair issue as the government moves towards a fiscal surplus in the
from a fairness point of view. Why be allowed to take a client to a strip next two years. We hope the government will recognize the need
club and be able to claim it, but not to a golf outing?” He adds, “taking for tax fairness for Canada’s $11 billion golf industry and do the
clients to golf is a great way to get to know someone, and is much more right thing for small business.”
By LaVerne Procyk
Teeing
Off
in the
Priorities of Golf Industry
years have
T wo
passed since the
Allied Golf Association-BC was founded.
During those two years,
Doug Ferne
the group has come together to work on issues facing the game of
golf and the business of running it. Through
collaboration between all Associations some
very good work has been accomplished. Specifically, the successful conclusion of the unfair
cart licensing issue, spearheaded by the NGCOA, positive results with regard to the Provincial cosmetic pesticide ban issue driven by
the WCTA, a very successful Golf awareness Canoe Creek Golf Course is just one of many wanting a resolutuion to issues plaguing the golf industry.
Day at the Legislature in Victoria and two successive and successful “Golf Industry Symposiums” hosted by all Associations. for Canada’s $11 billion dollar golf industry and do the right
The AGA-BC has come together again, in prioritizing the top three issues thing for small business.
We have created a Recreational Golf Development Comthat all Associations agree must be dealt with as soon as possible.
The government Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides identified 17 mittee to access (inventory) and develop programs that will
pesticide use recommendations which will provide improved education, safer increase and build participation in golf. As well as review avuse by unlicensed applicators and encourage overall reduction of pesticide enues (coaching, competitions) currently utilized to achievuse. The golf industry needs to ensure that they continue to be involved with ing success in competitive golf in BC and developing pathconsultation on the establishment and implementation of new pesticide use ways to achieve more success.
Committees have been formulated for all of the priorities
regulations.
We are also disappointed that the recent federal budget did not include its identified and are mandated to develop work plans and imlong standing request for tax fairness for the golf industry, and will continue plement time frames and budgets to specifically address how
to address this unfair issue. As the government moves towards a fiscal sur- these issues can be handled.
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opportunity to house some of the most advanced teaching and
club fitting technology currently available.
The Chilliwack Golf Academy, Chilliwack Golf Club and the
University of the Fraser Valley have pooled their resources to recently open “The Garage.” The construction of this new facility has
paved the way for more intense training procedures when it comes
to learning the game of golf.
“It gives golfers, both novice and advanced, access to the most
advanced technology, training and instruction in golf to provide
more enjoyment for the game, and improved performance. The
Chilliwack Golf Academy has assembled a professional team that
consists of Titleist Performance Institute certified instructors,
medical professionals, kineisologists and personal trainers that
will create customized programs that fit the specific needs of the
individual golfer,” explains Bryan Ewart, GM of the Chilliwack
Golf Club.
Ewart believes the new teaching centre will help get more women
and other newcomers into the game of golf. “The Chilliwack Golf
Academy focus is to attract more beginners and junior golfers
already enjoying the game by providing a better golf experience,
lower scores and more time on the golf course,” adds Ewart.
The academy boasts four highly decorated instructors, headed up
by Director of Instruction and former LPGA tour player, Jennifer
Greggain. Brad Clapp, 2012 PGA of BC player of the year is also
on board, as well as LPGA and PGA of Canada class “A” member
Kathy Stecyk. The legendary Dick Whitlam
rounds out the team,
with an impressive 30
year tenure as a PGA
of BC Instructor and
former owner/operator of Aquadel Golf
Club.
“I am backed with
an excellent instructor ‘dream team,’ and can’t wait to bring golf
instruction to the highest level,” says Jennifer Greggain, Academy
Director of Instruction.
The building itself includes two oversized hitting bays, a fullyequipped exercise area and an instructor office where students will
have their golf swing analyzed. The hitting bays are equipped with
two overhead doors that open up to the driving range, allowing
academy students to see actual ball flight, in addition to the statistical information from the advanced golf teaching technology.
Greggain adds, “it’s a state-of-the-art teaching facility that gives
the Chilliwack Golf Academy the opportunity to house some of
the most advanced teaching and club fitting technology currently
available.”
The technology that
resides within “The
Garage” will make
the Chilliwack Golf
Academy one of the
most advanced and
hi-tech teaching and
club fitting facilities
in BC. Chris Bertram,
department head of
the Kinesiology department at the University of the Fraser Valley
has provided over $40,000 of equipment including a Flight Scope
launch monitor, V1 video analysis, an “Explanar” swing place aide
and a Sam Putt Lab. The facility will also include K-Vest 3D swing
analysis (as used by EA Sports in the creation of the popular Tiger Woods golf game) used for kinematic sequencing and biofeedback, as well as two 55” flat screen TVs. The academy will also have
custom club fitting resources for Taylor Made, Callaway and Ping
Clubs. By Meriah James
lower mainland
Pros Nurtured in Abbotsford
is probably best known as the raspberry capital of the
A bbotsford
world, but they are growing more than berries out in Abbotsford.
For decades, the Ledgeview Golf Club has been turning out more than
their fair share of top-tier amateur and professional golfers. From the
1970’s to today, many golfers have sharpened their skills at Ledgeview
and went on to play amateur and professional golf around the world.
From Ray Stewart, to junior titles by Glenn Bannister and Andrew
Smeeth in 1980/81, to Canadian Junior and Men’s Amateur Championships by Nick Taylor in 2006/07, Ledgeview has been well represented in the golfing community.
Starting with the anchor of Ledgeview professional golfers is Ray
Stewart who has played in more than 200 PGA events during his professional career. Stewart played on the PGA Tour in 1983 and then
from 1987-1993 and again in 1995. Ray’s PGA Tour accomplishments
include; the 1991 Canadian Open (10th), 1987 Chattanooga Classic (2nd),
Bank of Boston Classic
seond place,
and the 1990
Milwaukee
Open fourth
place. And
Ray Stewart
was named
a two-time
Ray Stewart C a n a d i a n
Tour champion (TELUS Edmonton Open and the Canadian Masters)
and won the 1994 Dunhill Cup with team mates Dave Barr and Rick
Gibson. Ray won the 2009 Canadian PGA Seniors’ Championship
and finished T-8th at the 2007 Boeing Classic. “I think Ledgeview
turns out so many quality players because of geography, greens, slope
and location. Ledgeview is located on the side of a mountain so there
are never flat lies and you develop skills (hand-feel) that players on flat
surfaces don’t. The fairways are grass tight but not necessarily tree tight
and the greens are smaller and sloped. I think this is the best Les Furber designed course out there. It’s well bunkered and you need fabulous
iron shots,” said Stewart. “I remember playing here once several years
back, after I came back from playing on the tour and the course was
playing so fast it was like the British Open. Finally, it’s the only championship course in Abbotsford to golf. All these young players didn’t
have
anywhere else to
go locally so
they would
congregate
here. So the
hours these
kids all spent
here in a
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tive environment challenged them.” The 1980’s have produced a huge
crop of Ledgeview Golfers. Adam Hadwin, Nick Taylor and Lucas
Bogdan, all junior members at Ledgeview, qualified for the US Amateur at Pinehurst in 2008. James Lepp was the 2005 NCAA champion
(first Canadian) when he played for University of Washington. After
turning pro in 2006, James won the Greater Vancouver Classic on the
Canadian Tour. He was recently featured on the Golf Channel’s BIG
BREAK where he went to the final round. James opened up a golf apparel company called KIKKOR Golf that is based in Abbotsford.
Two of the most promising Canadian golfers today were juniors at
Ledgeview; Adam Hadwin and Nick Taylor. Adam Hadwin is now
playing on the PGA WEB.com tour and qualified for the 2013 US
Open at Merion. Adam’s best finish on the PGA was at the 2011 Canadian Open at Shaughnessy where he tied for 4th. On the Canadian
tour, Adam won the 2010 Desert Dunes Classic and the 2011 Pacific
Columbia and has several VGT wins including repeat 2010/11 Vancouver City Championships.
Nick Taylor is currently playing on the PGA of Canada Tour. Nick
was the Canadian Junior Champion in 2006, and the Canadian Men’s
amateur Champion in 2007, and winner of the prestigious BEN HOGAN Award
in 2010. He
also had two
appearances
in the challenging US
Open, placing 36th in
2009 Bethpage Black.
Nick Taylor
Plus, he won
the lowest amateur honours and tying lowest round ever shot by an
amateur at the US Open. Nick Taylor was the top ranked amateur in
the world for 20 weeks in 2009 (winner of the R&A Mark McCormack medal), and a 3 time All-American while captain of the University of Washington golf team. Nick has been lighting up the Vancouver Golf Tour in 2013 with 5 straight wins and 2 play-off loses. We
spoke to him after placing 4th at the PGA of Canada tour in Victoria.
“Ledgeview develops great short games in young players because of
the small sloped greens, and teaches how to score.”
Other young professionals currently playing on the Vancouver Golf
Tour from Ledgeview include; Josh Taylor, Brett Stewart (Ray’s son)
and Brett Webster.
Ledgeview recently celebrated its 50th year, and the design and maturity of the course hold up very well today. “I think the natural intricacies of the course itself is what produces all this talent”, adds Phil
Dodd the VP of Communications at Ledgeview. “It plays so different
every time you go out and the greens are fantastically challenging.
Ledgeview forces you to play a thinking game which might mentally
prepare these young guys better than other courses”.
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Pro Shot Routine
No matter what type of golfer you are, we have all felt the
nerves and jitters that come from hitting golf shots. For
the beginner golfer, it could be the dreaded tee shot off
the first tee when it feels like the world is watching. For
the more seasoned golfer, it might be that 2nd shot into
the reachable par 5. One tool to help you combat these
nerves is a consistent pre shot routine.
A pre shot routine is a series of steps that you will execute exactly the same before each shot. An example
of this would be to stand directly behind your ball, take
a few practice swings, walk up to your ball, take aim,
and pull the trigger. The concept behind this is when
you begin your pre shot routine, you are moving from
your “think box” to your “play box”. Your body takes over
and performs the actions it has been trained to do through
practice.
by Duane Storcer, head pro, Redwoods Golf Course
Key to Consistency
The secret key to consistent effective putting is learning
to remain still. During the putting motion, any movement that is not necessary for the action will cause
contact that is off just slightly. It is practically impossible for most people to remain completely steady, so
concentrate on keeping your head straight down. Many
golfers are so eager to see where the ball goes that they
lift their head before the follow-through. Practice keeping
your head down all the way through the putting motion.
Place a ball mark under your ball during practice & concentrate on seeing the ball mark after you have hit the ball this
will train you to keep your head down & hopefully result in
more putts holed. On another note, for better chipping we
want to get the ball on the ground and rolling as soon as
possibe. As such, the amount of green we have to work with
should determine the club we select.
by Ted Swain, Director of Operations, Sandpiper Golf Resort
Clubs Relieved
Clark Elected
lower mainland
golf course owners and operators are thankful that the NDP
M any
lost the last provincial election, because the party’s mandate was
to reintroduce a ban on pesticides. “If we become the government,
there is no doubt we will reintroduce the pesticide ban,” says Rob
Flemming, the MLA for Esquiamalt and member of the Pesticide
Study Committee.
Doug Ferne, BC Regional Director for the National Golf Course
Owners Association, admits the outcome of the election was good
news for the golf industry. “In that sense, yes I am relieved the Liberals are back in. The elected government has committed to move
forward to improve on the issue of pesticide use and to come up with
new ways to improve on the practices. They plan to move forward for
the betterment of the consumers and the golf courses.” Ferne adds,
“Whereas the NDP said if elected they will bring back the ban on
pesticides. Rob Flemming was elected again as MLA, so the pesticide
issue isn’t going to go away. We expect there will be on going talks.”
Before the election, the Canadian Cancer Society approached
the NGCOA to revisit the pesticide ban issue. But that request fell
through because the NDP lost to the Liberals. “We still want to keep
the lines of communication open, rather than be at lager heads,” explains Ferne.
The Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides identified 17 pesticide use recommendations which will provide improved education,
safer use by unlicensed applicators and encourage the overall reduction of pesticide use. Ferne adds, “the golf industry needs to ensure
that they continue to be involved with consultation on the establishment and implementation of new pesticide use regulations.”
Although pesticide use is currently a common practice on courses,
the Greens Superintendents at the vast majority of golf clubs are responsible, educated and environmentally aware. Lawrence Kinch,
Sandpiper’s Greens Superintendent takes pride in his job. “As for
our golf course maintenance practices, I aim to reduce my need for
chemical inputs by doing my best to maintain the plant health on my
greens, tees and fairways. We only use pesticides as a last resort with
any given situation. We strive towards being better environmental
stewards on the properties we manage.”
With the continuing pressure on Superintendents to use less pesticides, more courses are becoming Audubon certified. “Even if the
course we manage is not fully certified, Superintendents have to be
Operators of the Sandpiper golf course advocate the no pesticide ban decision.
more environmentally responsible. We have opportunities to attend
a number of seminars and conferences to learn innovative ways to
reduce pesticide usage,” explains Kinch.
Meanwhile, Chris Hood, General Manager at the Tsawwassen
Springs Golf Course thinks the Liberal’s decision to allow the use
of pesticides in the maintenance of golf courses is an example of a
government doing its due diligence and coming to understand that
pesticides, particularly on the west coast, are an indispensable tool
in keeping the grass healthy. “Pesticides are generally very expensive
and because of that, they are not used indiscriminately and not before
exhausting other options. Pesticides, when used by qualified applicators and applied in accordance with the label, pose no threat to either
golfers or applicators,” explains Hood.
David Patriquin, owner of the Canoe Creek Golf Course thinks the
BC Government’s decision to not ban pesticides is a positive development. “Yes, I would say so based on appropriate research and industry
input. And as a result of this decision, the golf industry will work hard
towards protecting the environment. When properly utilized, pesticides used on the greens will not harm the environment, people or
animals.”
The pesticide regulations at golf courses are safer than the regulations for residential use, according to Jason Lowe, General Manager
for the Arbutus Ridge Golf Club. “Most people don’t realize that we
are already very heavily regulated. We have licensed, educated people
doing the applications only when needed. And these products are expensive, therefore used sparingly.”
By LaVerne Procyk
Tips to Successful Golf
to popular belief, golf is a sport.
C ontrary
You need to warm up. Even a few basic
arm rotations, and toe touches are a good
start. Be sure to get your body moving a little
bit. Once you do start to hit balls, start with
some shorter irons and then work into the
longer clubs. Always use a target for your
practice session. You need to be aiming at
a target, whether it is a target green on the
range, or a pole in the distance.
I recommend you do not hit more than 3
balls with each club. Change clubs frequently,
Chris Hood
Pro Shot Routine
A question that is asked of me at least once a day is, the answer
is simple. Distance comes from a combination of club head speed
and quality of contact. I have 3 keys to power and distance that will
amp up your biggest swings: First is contact, if you don’t hit the
ball in the middle of the face where all manufacturers design the
most rebound then it won’t reach its distance potential. To improve
your contact, start with smaller, softer swings focusing purely on
you do not get 10 chances on the course with the same
club, so be sure to switch up clubs often.
Whether on the range or on the putting green, use a
pre-shot routine. Make it as close to playing on the course
as possible.
Wherever possible hit from different lies, side hill, uphill, downhill, from the rough, from a divot. In closing,
I believe quality or quantity is best. You will be much
further ahead if you come and hit 50 balls, your pre-shot
routine, aim at a target, and change clubs frequently, than
if you just hit 100 drivers and headed home.
by Chris Hood, CPGA Golf Pro and GM Tswwassen Springs
the quality of the strike. Gradually work up to fuller, more aggressive swings. The second key ties to the first, balance! If you swing too
hard and are off balance, then your chance of getting back to the
middle of the face at impact is greatly diminished. My tip for this is
to practice swinging the driver as hard as you can in balance. Finally,
loosen your grip! This will allow you to properly create speed with
your hands, arms and body.
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enjoying an invigorating golf game at the Sandpiper Golf
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is at the Pretty Estates Resort-home to Sandpiper Golf Course, Rowena’s Inn on the River and
River’s Edge Restaurant. The
Sandpiper golf course is celebrating a milestone 15 year
anniversary. The celebration
event is on Saturday June 8th,
and to thank their loyal customers, Sandpiper is starting
These golfers at Sandpiper caught
the celebration by announcthe big one in the Harrison River.
ing retro pricing. Effective
immediately, Sandpiper’s rates have been rolled back to their original
1998 prices. The 15th. anniversary is an all day celebration commencing at 7:00 am with a full day of golfing, lunch at River’s Edge Restaurant, putting contests and long-drive competitions, prizes and draws
including a 50/50 hourly giveaways and a ‘Stay and Play’ package. All
players also receive a 15th. anniversary keepsake and a complimentary
come-back package. In the evening, everyone is invited to bring their
families and friends and return for a BBQ dinner, dancing, fireworks,
a slideshow, double feature outdoor movie and live entertainment.
“I’d like to think that we’re like a fine
wine getting better with age.”
Ted Swair, Director of Operations Sandpiper Golf Club
Ted Swain, Director of Operations, is proud of what the Pretty Estates Resort has evolved into. “Throughout the years I have seen our
work-family commit to doing whatever it takes to survive and thrive.
From capital investment, to quality customer service, to the recent
installation of state-of-the-art cameras to capture live eagle viewing.
The owner, Betty Anne Faulkner, here nephew and General Manager,
Chris Lepine are dedicated and passionate. Simply, I’d like to think
that we’re like a fine wine. We just keep getting better with age.” The
Sandpiper Golf Course is a resort-style course situated on a historic
piece of land alongside the tranquil waters of the Harrison River. It is
‘forest golfing’ at its finest, with abundant wildlife consisting of eagles
and sandpipers. You’ll experience two distinctly different environments, being the open fairways alongside the river and the 180 foot
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Ledgeview Golf Course
Located in the beautiful Fraser Valley community of Abbotsford, Ledgeview
is one of BC’s most beautiful and challenging golf courses. It is located in
the northeast corner of Abbotsford on a west facing hillside providing panoramic views to the west and north shore mountains. Home to well-known
golfers such as Ray Stewart, James Lepp, Nick Taylor and Adam Hadwin, Ledgeview features one of the most challenging and enjoyable 18 holes of golf
in the Fraser Valley. The greens hold approach shots well and are generally
guarded by three or four bunkers. The beautiful signature par 3, 8th hole
plays downhill 216 yards to a narrow green protected by sand and water.
This championship Les Furber design will provide both experienced and beginning golfers a memorable experience. Ledgeview is truly a must play golf
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This is the year the Pitt Meadows Golf Club is celebrating 50 years of golden golf. During the club’s 50th. anniversary, members reminisce how over
the years, the
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continued to
improve and
mature with
age. Changes over the Pitt Meadows Golf Club
years included a 25,000 square foot clubhouse, a new pro shop and improved practice facilities. The driving range consisting of natural greens and
artificial teeing areas, is complimented by the 8,000 square foot chipping
green and 9,000 square foot putting green. The Golf Club, which is owned by
its members has the majestic Golden Ears mountains hovering in the background. For tee times call 604.465.4711 or visit www.pittmeadowsgolf.com.
You are invited to enjoy the Golf Experience at Morgan Creek Golf Course,
one of Canada’s top ranked courses. Designed by Golf Digest award winning architect, Thomas McBroom, the course, an official PGA Tour site, offers
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Their service oriented staff will
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a practice fairway that includes
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After an invigorating round relax and dine at the casual upscale Morgan’s Bar and Grill
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The atmosphere is west coast casual with a large patio overlooking the golf
course and local mountains. Plan your next corporate event, tournament,
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Musqueam is considered one of Canada’s finest training facilities. Fully
equipped, it boasts a two tiered, 80 stall driving range with astro turf landing areas that feature: simulated greens, bunkers and water, Astar video
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Mainland Links
The Chilliwack Golf Club established in 1958 is a semi-private facility located only 45 minutes from Vancouver. It features magnificent tree laid fairways, a creek that meanders through the back
nine and breathtaking
mountain vistas in every
direction. Member and
non members have enjoyed the Fraser Valley’s
most popular golf course Chilliwack Golf and Country Club
for over 50 years. With a
reputation for world class conditions year round, the Golf Club has played
host to every major Provincial Championship and to rave reviews.
With the towering beauty
of the North Shore Mountains serving as a backdrop,
Mayfair Lakes in Richmond
is a genuine golf sanctuary,
offering a secluded country
ambiance that’s just minutes from Vancouver. The inMayfair Lakes Golf Course
trigue lies in the abundance
of lakes and waterways that come into play on 13 of the 18 holes, adding as
much challenge as aesthetic appeal to the course. In fact, this 6,641 yard Les
Furber design has had the privilege of hosting many national tour events,
and continues to rank as a favorite among tour professionals.
Located 40 minutes from Vancouver, Peace Portal Golf Course is in sunny
Surrey, minutes from the US
border. Established in 1928,
Peace Portal is one of British
Columbia’s oldest courses
and is a local favorite. A landing area surrounded by water makes for a very intimidating tee shot. Once your
drive has been safely nego- Peace Portal Golf Course
tiated, you are faced with an
approach shot to a raised green, which always makes club selection difficult. The hole plays only 350 yards from the blue tees, but like most holes at
Peace Portal, the emphasis is on accuracy not length. Bookings can be made
online at www.peaceportalgolf.com or by phone 604 538-4818.
photo: B. Huxtable
Located less than 45 minutes from downtown Vancouver high-atop Eagle
Mountain in Coquitlam
Westwood Plateau
Golf & Country Club
and the Executive 12Hole Course at Westwood Plateau offer up
some of the best, and
most scenic, 30 holes of
golf in the Greater VanWestwood Plateau Golf & Country Club couver area. Play amidst
a backdrop of granite
rock faces, natural ponds, rugged ravines and sweeping views of Mount
Baker and the Lower Mainland. Enjoy one of the numerous daily specials in
the 35,000 sq. ft. cedar and granite clubhouse for après golf in Rogues Bar
& Grill or at Fairways Grill & Patio at the Executive 12-Hole Course. The club
offers tournament and corporate golf packages, daily golf and dining specials and elite membership opportunities. Call 604.945.4007 or visit www.
westwoodplateaugolf.com
lower mainland
Tsawwassen Springs offers a brand new experience for Lower Mainland
golfers. Just 30 mins from Vancouver, Tsawwassen boasts twice the sunshine
and half the rainfall of other areas
of Metro Vancouver. When it does
rain, the course
uses a state-ofthe-art water
management sysTsawwassen Springs
tem - with sandcapping of up to 14” deep - to quickly shed water from tees, fairways and
greens to give the driest play and the longest season anywhere in the region. This brand new 18-hole, par 70 public course is designed by architect
Ted Lock. Tees, fairways and greens are meticulous, and the course showcases impressive water features, mature trees, abundant wildlife and splendid
mountain views. With a spectacular clubhouse coming in 2014, featuring a
Pro Shop, fitness centre and spa, outdoor skating rink, restaurant and pub,
and banquet facilities, it’s a golf experience that players of all levels will love.
The Mylora Sidaway Golf Course located on Sidaway Road in Richmond,
minutes from Vancouver International Airport and a short drive from downtown Vancouver, opened in1976. It is a challenging par 57 with an 18 hole
executive style layout that caters to both public and tournaments at reasonable rates. The most avid golfer or beginner can enjoyable
round, but still be challenged
and are able to complete the
course in a timely manner.
The friendly staff takes pride
in making your golfing experience memorable. Enjoy
golf and menus prices which
Mylora Sidaway Golf Course
suit every budget. After your
round, relax in the clubhouse or outside on the large patio where you can
choose from a full menu and a refreshing service bar, while enjoying a fabulous view of the 18th hole. Book online, or by phone one week in advance.
The Mylora Sidaway Golf Club
The Executive Golf Course for Everyone
Specializing in
Public Golfing and
Tournaments
since 1976
Mylora Sidaway Golf Club
9911 Sidaway Road
Richmond, B.C. V6W 1C1
604-271-5626
Book online at www.mylora.ca
Vancouver Island Golfing in the
Better Chipping
T
o improve your chipping, place your hands lower on the grip, your
feet closer to the ball, and your club face square down the target.
Your ball position is best two inches behind the middle of your stance.
Stand close enough to the ball so that when you raise the heel of your
club the toe is down.
Use an accelerating swing by making a follow-through about 20
percent longer than your back swing and using a rhythmic, smooth
finesse swing. Keep your wrists firm but not thigh; there must be no
cocking or breaking down at any time. For more information, you can
always book a lesson with a PGA of Canada Professional.
By Hélène Delisle, PGA of Canada Professional, Fairwinds Golf Club
At Fairwinds Golf Club,
the early bird gets the tee.
The Breakfast Club
Planning a weekend getaway to Vancouver
island and want to squeeze in time on the
greens? Take advantage of early morning
tee times every Saturday until august 31,
2013. includes 9 holes of golf, power cart,
and a $10 restaurant voucher for $36.95.
[email protected]
1.888.781.2777
www.fairwinds.ca/wc
What? Don’t Keep
My Head Down?
At Crown Isle, we spend a lot of time eliminating the most
common myths in golf. At the top of the list is keep your head
down. I know this is probably the first thing you were told to focus on when you started to play golf. The problem is that it is a
killer to your swing motion. A golfer who exaggerates
keeping their head down, or still, often suffers
from a reverse weight shift and
an over use of their arms.
A better thought process would be to keep
you head level. We
must allow some side to
side motion of our head
or we can never transfer
our weight. Videos of the
world’s best golfers clearly
show that they move their heads
to the right from 1- 3 inches in order to accommodate the backswing
weight shift. It is also clear that they
finish well left of their starting position
as they complete their follow through.
Remember, your head is connected
to your spine. If you are going to rotate your shoulders successfully,
your upper spine and therefore
your head must move with it. Any
extreme effort to inhibit head movement will restrict your turn and therefore your weight transfer.
A good golf swing depends on free flowing motion. So, go with the flow, let your
head move a little and you will be surprised how it frees up your swing.
by Rod Prieto, Director of Golf, Crown Isle
Tee Times: 1.800.567.1320 www.morningstar.bc.ca
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Vancouver Island
A
T Fair Way Needed to the Island
Storey Creek Golf Course
and recreational companies including golf course opT ourism
erators are up in arms over the increase in BC Ferry rates being
shoved down the throats of travelers to Vancouver Island. BC Ferry
spokeswoman Deborah Marshall says, “Users can expect increases
of 12 per cent over the next three years, with cuts to services on the
regular routes between Victoria, Nanaimo and the Lower Mainland.”
Last April’s hike of 4.1 per cent will be followed by another four percent next April and a 3.9 per cent hike in April of 2015.
“That’s a dramatic increase and I can see it being detrimental in
getting golfers over to the Island. We haven’t calculated the decreased
rounds yet, but these rates are going to have an impact,” says Rod
Prieto, Director of Golf Operations for the Crown Isle Golf Resort in
Courtney.
At the recent Vancouver Golf Show, Vancouver Island golf course
personal were inundated by golfers complaining that the ferry rates
were too expensive to travel to the Island to play. Prieto adds, “it was
all the response from golfers at the golf show that made us realize the
ferry costs would be a problem. Golfers kept complaining about the
hiked rates, so it’s definitely becoming an issue. We’re anticipating that
people might drive to the Okanagan or Interior to golf, rather than
take the ferry to the Island.”
Another frustrated island golf club operator who agrees that the
ferry rates are hurting the golfing industry is Keith Gibson, General
Manager of the Long Beach Golf Club, near Tofino. He has come up
with a solution to the problem. “BC Ferries should operate more like
airlines, and never leave the dock with empty seats. This would force
them to sell discounts in order to sail, allowing the consumer a chance
to get a break.” He adds, “in addition, the government needs to realize
that the water ways should be an extension of the highways. Tolls are
fine, but need to be consistent with other national highway systems.”
Further up the island to Campbell River, lies the Storey Creek Golf
Club. General Manager John Swanson, points out that Storey Creek
relies heavily on tourism, as do the other island courses. He is worried, but optimistic. “I’m hopeful we won’t see much of a change in
business, but people might have the attitude that they don’t appreciate
what BC Ferries is doing, so therefore they might go golfing in the
Okanagan.”
Meanwhile, Ming Hui, owner of the Duncan Meadows Golf Club,
complains that BC Ferries had no consultation with the golf courses
and other businesses on the island about the hiked rates. “Like most
things that happen with government, there is never any consultation.
The rates are definitely affecting business and is a real problem.”
Hui adds, that not only is his golf course loosing clients from the
Vancouver area, but also from the United States. “It’s preventing golfers coming here from the mid west states in the US. In the past, golfers
would come to the Island to get away from the hot temperatures that
are impossible to play golf in, but we have noticed a drop in these
golfers as well.”
But, someone with a different viewpoint on the ferry hikes is Jason
Lowe, General Manager of the Arbutus Golf Club. He thinks it should
all be put into perspective.
“I think the problem is perception and communication. It’s still one
of the most affordable ferries in the developed world, for the distance.
I would rather be on the ferry than driving, not to mention the cost of
fuel when comparing the ferry versus driving to the Okanagan. And
the fare saver specials for BC Ferries are excellent,” Lowe explains.
“Overall yes it’s an issue, but we all need to communicate the same
message better, that it can be a great experience.”
The BC Liberals handed BC Ferries $80 million last June to keep
fare increases in check, after an earlier report stated a rate hike between 16 per cent on the major routes and 80 per cent on the northern
and smaller routes. But, the $80 million from the BC Government
included in last spring’s Coastal Ferry Act, also called for BC Ferries
to cut costs by $54 million over four years.
by Tyler Scott
Superb Island Golf
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Island Clubs Shoot a Hole-In-One
Crown Isle Golf Course
something about going to an island that makes a holiday
T here’s
that much sweeter. Islands have a way of upping the leisurely
power of a trip. Think Hawaii, the Cayman Islands, Bermuda. But
one need not think that far, Vancouver Island is only 20 minutes by air
and an hour a half by sea. And once you are there, you are away. Let’s
face it, when a chunk of land is surrounded by water, you’re somewhat
stuck. You are, whether you like it or not, staying put. It’s when you
just accept this, or, better yet, revel in it, that you can really leave the
stress behind and bask in the beauty of really being “somewhere.”
Amidst Vancouver Island’s spectacular scenery, over 40 excellent
courses await you, including Bear Mountain Resort, boasting Canada’s only 36 holes of Nicklaus Design. The majority of courses are
located on the eastern side of Vancouver Island, between Victoria and
Campbell River. With a concentration of top courses, you can easily
play a different course every day for as many days as you visit, and
you are rarely more than a scenic hour’s drive from your next game.
The Golf Getaway options are as dazzling as the scenery! Play Bear
Mountain’s two courses, Olympic View, and Highland Pacific with
cosmopolitan Victoria as your hub, or partake of a Warmland Getaway amongst the sun-soaked vineyards of the Cowichan Valley, teeing off at Arbutus Ridge Golf Club and the Cowichan Golf and Country Club. Glorious beaches and superb golf combine on the popular
Oceanside Getaway, featuring Fairwinds, and Morningstar, or experience the magnificent beauty of Crown Isle and Storey Creek on a
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North Central Island Getaway. For the ultimate in golf adventures,
sign up for the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, an acclaimed golf vacation package that invites you to golf your way through 250 kilometers
of Pacific paradise from Victoria to Campbell River.
Between rounds, make the most of your Island time and enjoy some
of Vancouver Island’s off-the-green activities, such as salmon fishing,
whale and wildlife watching, ocean kayaking, and cycling, or check
out the fabulous array of sightseeing and touring options. Relax in a
Spa, by the pool or by the ocean and enjoy Vancouver Island’s worldrenowned hospitality, fine dining, and some of the best 19th holes in
the country. You’ll quickly discover why, year after year, Vancouver Island wins prestigious travel awards, including Best Temperate Island
in the World by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine.
Need more convincing? Well, if Tiger Woods enjoyed his round
of golf at Olympic View Golf Club, and Jack Nicklaus and his son,
Steve, felt the Vancouver Island terrain worthy of their design for Bear
Mountain in 2003 and again in 2009, and TELUS brought Mike Weir,
Retief Goosen, Ian Poulter, Camilo Villegas and Fred Couples there in
2010 and GOLF Magazine pronounced Vancouver Island “one of the
continent’s best values”… what are you waiting for?
Everyone needs a little island time! If you are interested in finding
more Information on the enticing and spectacular golf options available on the Vancouver Island Golf Trail at www.GolfVancouverIsland.
ca or by calling 1-888-465-3239
vancouver island
Results With Minimum Practice
is your game from the
H ow
fringe? How much time do
you set aside to practice shots from
just off the green? Like the putting,
this is an area of your game that can
provide immediate results through
minimal dedicated practice time.
1. From the fringe:
Select 4 spots (use the 3, 6, 9, and
12 o’clock theory) to Practice the
‘bump and run’ at 20, 40, and 60
feet from the pin using a variety
of different slopes to the hole. Try
this shot with several different clubs
Winston Michell is hard at work practicing his craft.
ranging from the PW to the 5 iron to
see what is most comfortable for your
game.
2. The Bump and Run:
To keep this simple, consider your putting stroke with a different club in your
hands. Move the ball towards your
back foot as the club gets more lofted
and continue to use a simple putting
stroke. The golf club will lightly brush
the grass through the hitting area and
the stroke itself is very short and fluent.
by Winston Michell, CPGA Golf
Professional Cottonwood Golf Club
Tips and Drills
To correct the problem of decelerating on short putts practice this drill. Place a tee a few inches behind the spot where
you address the ball. This tee will limit the length of the backstroke and ensure that you accelerate the putter head to get
the ball to the hole. Acceleration will help keep the putter and ball on line.
by Kevin Trott, golf professional Duncan Meadows Golf Club
Sensational Golf
in Duncan
Green Fees (before hst)
18 Hole Green Fee $49.
1st. Twilight Rate (after 2pm) $40.
2nd. Twilight Rate (after 5pm) $28.57
Senior Rate (Mon. to Fri. excluding holidays) $40.
Junior Rates (18 and younger) $24.11
9 Hole Rate (for everyone) $28.57
Located at 6507 North Road, Duncan.
Phone 250.746.8993
email: [email protected]
web site: www.duncanmeadows.com
Qualicum Beach, B.C.
www.pheasantglen.com
1-877-407-4653
•Host of the 2008 Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur
Championship
•“3 toughest finishing holes in BC” - BCGA
Executive Director 2006
•A par 72,6700 Yard Championship Golf Course
•Walkable through nature, not real estate!
•Exceptional golf, natural beauty, service and
instruction!
•Leading edge instruction at the Brent Morrison Golf
Academy on the best practice facility in BC.
•18 hole green fee $79
•Group rates: 12 players or more $89 per player,
includes 18 holes, shared golf car and boxed lunch
Fairwinds Golf Club welcomes players of all levels, and focuses on the
social aspect of golf. Plan a competitive game with your friends or come out
on men’s or ladies’ night to meet new people, improve your golf skills, and
to have a great time. Fairwinds consistently keeps golfers entertained with
a variety of clubhouse events throughout the year. Their friendly staff will
assist you to make
your golf experience Fairwinds Golf Club
comfortable and welcoming. Spectacular ocean views and
pristine natural surroundings combine
for an unforgettable
golfing experience.
The 18 hole golf
course is intended to
challenge players of
all levels. Designed by course architect Les Furber, low handicappers will
be consistently tested by the greens, while the avid golfer may discover unimagined birdie opportunities. The 71 par course allows you to play on lush,
manicured fairways year-round. Located only 15 minutes north of Nanaimo,
it’s the perfect place to host your next golf tournament or corporate event.
The 18 hole course accommodates everything from a 144 player shotgun
start to a small group outing. What makes Fairwinds unique is the chance to
meet Eddie the Eagle, a bald eagle who works on geese patrol with Anne,
his handler.
Pheasant Glen Golf Resort is a par 72, 6,739-yard championship course
in Qualicum Beach. The front nine winds through high grass, meadows, and
creeks, while the back nine zigzags through Douglas firs and features a memorable finishing punch. The 17th is a 427-yard par four with water squeezPheasant Glen Glof Course ing the fairway on both sides of the
landing zone. The 18th measures
582 yards from the tournament tees
and demands accuracy with your approach to stay out of the water and
bunker left and bunker right.
Kids Under 16 Yrs. Play For Free
accompanied by a paid adult
2208 Saratoga Road, Black Creek, BC
email: [email protected]
website: golfsaratogabeach.com
Facebook: Golfsaratogabeach
Twitter: SaratogabeachGC Phone: 250.337.2208
Incredible
Glen Meadows Golf & Country Club is 6859 yards from the Blues yet it is so
player friendly you don’t have to hesitate in bringing out your driver most
of the time! You can play it long or play it short from the front tees at 5485
yards. The layout has challenged many while trying to qualify for the Canadian
Tour. Local residents
voted it their Favorite Place to Swing a
Golf Club in 2009,
2010, 2011 and
2012. The course
is undisturbed by
houses and city
noises. Wander
among the majestic Gary Oaks and
enjoy the views of
Mt Tuam and the
Glen Meadows
Malahat. We are
only ten minutes from the BC Ferries and only five minutes from the Victoria
International Airport. Throughout the winter you can rent a sheet of curling
ice and stay dry inside. We also have three tennis courts for those with extra
energy. You are welcome to enjoy a beverage or meal in the clubhouse. The
dining room and deck overlook the golf course.
Located in the beautiful oceanside community of Parksville Vancouver I,
just 25 minutes North of Nanaimo, Morningstar is one of the province’s
most challenging and
beautiful golf
courses. The
layout can
be stretched
to 7018 yards
from the
b a c k Te e s,
but allowing
for comforta b l e y a rd ages to suit
all players. Morningstar Golf Course
The Les Furber design blends links (1 and 2) to forested areas of magnificent cedar and pine throughout the
classic design.
The Saratoga Beach Golf Course is a 9 hole golf course located in beautiful
Black Creek, BC. The course is a walker friendly par 33, executive style course,
that measures
2,316 yards, which
can test golfers of
all ages and skill
levels. The course
is open to the
public seven days
a week and has a
driving range, fully
stocked proshop,
Club rentals and
golf lessons. Telephone: 250-3372208 Email: golf@
island.net Website:
golfsaratogabeach.
com 2084 Saratoga
Saratoga Beach Golf Course
Road, Black Creek
Island Golf
VANCOUVER ISLAND
Crown Isle is designed by Graham Cooke & Associates and opened in 1992,
the award winning Platinum rated golf course is superbly manicured and
maintained. Playable for golfers at all levels, the course is designed in a resort
style with a dynamic set of tees to meet the needs of any guest or member.
With 11 lakes, views of the Beaufort mountain range & Comox glacier, and
verdant fairways, this Par 72,
18-hole course offers a superb
driving range with chipping &
putting greens, and practice
bunkers. Over 10,000 annuals
are planted every year and the
landscaping / greens team has
been successful in achieving
a 33% reduction in water use
while still nurturing the golf Crown Isle Golf Course
course and surrounding landscape. Additionally, the use of insecticides for
over 10 years has been eliminated and the annual consumption of herbicide
is less than a measured cup. A remarkable example of spectacular BC golf!
Storey Creek Golf Club is internationally renowned for its stunningly picturesque and challenging, yet playable championship Les Furber designed golf
course. Each hole is wrapped in its own grove of trees giving way to a few
forgiving par threes to some awe-inspiring par fives. Audubon Certified in
environmental planning and preservation, Storey Creek is proud to partner
with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans in a Coho Salmon and Cutthroat Trout enhancement
program. With four sets
of tee blocks, the degree
of challenge is up to you.
A covered and grass tee
driving range is available
to warm up. Enjoy a delicious meal and cold beverage from the fully licensed
Creekside Grill and Lounge.
The spacious outdoor patio Storey Creek Golf Course
is the ideal setting to relax
and reflect on the great round of golf. 1-866-3674 or www.storeycreek.bc.ca.
The many lakes and ponds at Duncan Meadows Golf Course create an ecoculture that is home to many types of water fowl. And from every tee, golfers
are rewarded with
unforgetable mountain and valley views.
Duncan Meadows has
a deserved reputation
as a player’s course that
rewards forethought
and patience. Testament to the course’s
qualities are the players
who have emerged as
champions there. Both
Duncan Meadows Golf Course
LPGA player Paula
Creamer and PGA player, and BC native Chris Baryla have won major competitions at the course, “Where champions are crowned.”
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The Long Beach Golf Course, located in the Clayoquot Biosphere Reserve, is
one of the most scenically situated golf courses on the West Coast. As a home
to the golfers among the many visitors to the quaint fishing villages of nearby
Tofino and Ucluelet, the course is only a few minutes away from one of the
most spectacular beaches
in the world: Long Beach
in Pacific Rim National
Park.The course offers
full services and facilities,
including an 18-Hole Mini
Golf Course, and is host to
a variety of local events.
The 9 hole championship
course is also known to be
one of the most challengLong Beach Golf Course
ing courses on Vancouver
Island. Surrounded by the ancient rainforest of Clayoquot Sound to the north
and the breathtaking beauty of Barkley Sound in the south.
Ardmore Golf Course located in the municipality of North Saanich, just
minutes from the BC Ferries and Victoria International Airport, established
in 1931 and currently owned by the same family since 1946. Ardmore Golf
Course offers a serene country setting where wildlife is abundant and golfers
can enjoy 9 holes of open and forgiving fairways, yet challenged by the length
and layout of the course.
Open 12 months of the
year, members and green
fee players can challenge the
course, weather permitting.
`We offer clubhouse facilities
with pro-shop and CPGA
Professionals, outdoor patio
and Irons Grille which offers
daily food service during the
Ardmore Golf Course
summer months and catered
events throughout the year.
Conveniently located 15 minutes South of Nanaimo directly behind the Nanaimo Airport, the Cottonwood Golf Course is a full length par 72 golf
course ranging from 5200–
6200 yards offers golfers of
all abilities an affordable experience. Their full service licensed restaurant, patio and
lounge present all patrons a
variety of appetizers along
with our daily lunch and dinner menu’s complimented
Cottonwood Golf Course
by our chef’s daily specials.
250.725.3332
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Keep Clarity,
Commitment
and Composure
Action, and Response are three things needed to get the results you need. The
P reparation,
keys to Preparation are clarity, commitment, and composure. Clarity is having a vivid im-
age of the shot you intend, both the target and the path the ball will take to get there. Commitment is being free from second-guessing, doubt, or hesitation. Composure is being calm and
focused, poised and at ease. The ideal state of mind for Action is feeling confident, focused,
and in the flow, with the body and mind synchronized in the present moment. The best Response to results is one that enhances future performance. Accept the outcome of every swing
and use each shot as a learning experience.
by Kyle Stoudt, CPGA Professional, Storey Creek Golf Course
Picking Proper Equipment
Makes The Difference
One of the most common errors we see when youth are introduced to the game of golf is the misconception of what proper
equipment is.
The days of old clubs being cut down to size are long gone. The
development of junior specific golf clubs has drastically improved and today’s club manufactures offer great clubs for
reasonable prices.
These clubs have lighter, more flexible shafts that compliment
lightweight club heads. Smaller grip sizes and appropriate
lofts allow youth to establish good swing fundamentals and
enjoy the game. Visit a local CPGA professional to get your kid
fit into a set of clubs!
by Lance Barber CPGA Head Pro, Saratoga Beach Golf Club
Kyle Stoudt, CPGA Professional at Storey
Creek Golf Course Practices His Swing.
Consistency In The Game
Is Most Important
All golfers have 9 hole stretches or even a whole round
where things work out as planned. We all play for that career
day, which keeps us coming back. However most days work the
other way and leave us wondering why we can’t do it every day.
Consistency is what most of us strive for, and the key is fundamentals. If we can have a proper grip, posture and setup our chances of
duplicating our swing improve drastically. Posture in particular helps
us return the club to its original start position. If we bend at our hips
we can keep our back straight, only a slight bend at the knees and
remember to keep your chin and shoulders high. This will help you
have more career days and less of those dreaded others.
by Robin Hutchinson, Head Golf Professional
Glen Meadows Golf and Country Club
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Girl Power Hits
Vernon Area
Okanagan Golfing in the
I
t’s been a long time coming and they’ve come a long way. I’m
referring to two hardworking and dedicated women in the golf
industry, who have actually broken thru the glass ceiling into the male
domain of golf management. Katrina Johnson, General Manager at
the Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club in Vernon and Julia Knobloch, General Manager at the Vernon Golf & Country Club are two
of a handful of females running golf courses in Canada. Of 100 male
managers registered with the Canadian Society of Club Managers,
only 5 to 10 per cent are women.
The golf industry is aware that more women need to enter the
top management positions. Brian Butters, former Executive Director
of the Professional Golfers Association of BC, agrees that the numbers are low when it comes
to women stepping into the
higher levels of management.
“Yes, it is true that not many
women have broken into top
level management positions
as we would like to see. And,
there is no doubt that women
are able to do these jobs,” says
Butters. “Once women get the
chance to demonstrate their
capabilities, the industry will
see the value of hiring more of
Spallumcheen’s GM Johnson at her Desk
them into the top jobs.”
These two trail blazers of the golf industry are paving the way for
other women to step through the doors into the world of golf management, which historically has been dominated by males. Knobloch,
who has worked in the industry for 17 years, agrees that she is making
the bumpy road to the top jobs, a little smoother for future generations of women working towards a career as a manager in the golf
industry. “I do consider myself a trail blazer, but only because there
are so few of us. I have always taken my career seriously and worked
very hard to fight the odds.”
Knobloch is disappointed with the low number of females working
at the higher echelon positions in the industry. “It is disappointing,
but historically the golf industry has been male dominated and continues to be.”
In order to reach their goals as golf managers, both Johnson and
Knobloch had to climb through the ranks of the ‘old boys network’
and the archaic chauvinistic attitude permeating throughout the majority of courses in Canada. But, Knobloch believes the myopic attitude towards women managing the links, is slowly changing. “It is
changing, even though traditionally this role has been primarily held
by men. This attitude can be changed over time with the introduction
of more women in golf. It really is about putting the right person in
place, and not being gender specific or bias.” She adds, “there are more
women in other club management positions including athletic clubs,
city clubs etc., so it’s changing. “
Meanwhile, Johnson who was employed for nine years in golf,
doesn’t really think males dominating the higher echelons of golf
management have been a problem for her. “I am fortunate that both
the people I work with and work for are very open minded, helpful
and encouraging. This helps me do my job to the best of my ability,
regardless of my gender.”
Both of these female managers agree that education and awareness
are the answers to attracting more young girls towards the ranks of
golf management. The Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club’s General
Manager adds, “I believe education can provide many opportunities
to promote the growing game and the profession. Introducing the
Juile Knobloch, GM at Vernon Golf & Country Club gears up for a game of golf.
game to juniors throughout the elementary school system, as well as
club junior programs, opens the door for young people to experience
the game.”
The GM at the Vernon Golf & Country Club concurs, that education
is key to eradicating the bastion of chauvinism on the links. “Golf
should be encouraged without being gender specific. Working closely
with the school system is a great way to grow the game. Plus, all juniors should be encouraged to participate in the game.”
Knobloch is positive that having a women at the helm, will entice
women golfers into golf lessons and onto the links. “I believe the influence on female golfers is positive and more women are joining the
game. Having a female manager at the helm, may help reinforce their
participation and may make them feel more comfortable.”
To combat the declining number of female golfers on the fairways,
many golf clubs including Spallumcheen are offering group lessons.
“Group lessons, especially for women provide both a relaxed and
comfortable atmosphere,” says Johnson.
There is no crystal ball to determine how long it will take to eradicate the ‘old boys club’ from the fairways. But, women like Johnson
and Knobloch, who have climbed the ladtder to top golf positions, are
proving that women can do the job just as good, and in some cases
even better, than their male counterparts at other courses.
By Tyler Scott
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2013 Royale Cup
Creates Excitment
Spallumcheen Golf Course
Y
ou can sense that there is something exciting in the air around
Vernon. The best senior women golfers in North America will
gather at Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club for the 2013 Royale
Cup CanadianWomen’s Senior Championship August 19th to August
22nd. Spallumcheen’s General Manager, Katrina Johnson says she is
proud and honored that Golf Canada has selected the golf course as
host club for the event. “Our staff and committee members have been
hard at work in preparation for the event, and we are looking forward
to having players from across Canada and the US attend the championship.” She adds, “Hosting this event is great for the community and
our business partners, and we look forward to promoting the Township of Spallumcheen, City of Vernon and the Okanagan area.”
Johnson points out that the event couldn’t take place without the
large number of volunteers. “We are extremely fortunate, as the majority of volunteers are members who will assist us with making this
event both a positive and memorable experience. We believe that Golf
Canada is a great partner, and we are devoted to working with them
for the success in the future of golf.”
Conducted since 1971, the Royale Cup Canadian Women’s Senior
Championship has featured many of the country’s top senior golfers.
Canadian Golf Hall of Fame members Marlene Streit, Gayle Borthwick, Marilyn O’Connor and Margaret Todd all own senior championship titles. This competition has also featured a strong contingent
of international players. And particularly
from the United States,
most notably is Nancy
Fitzgerald. Expected to
compete in this year’s
field are Canadian Golf
Hall of Fame Inductee
and four-time Royale
Cup Canadian Senior
Women’s Champion for
(2002, 2004, 2005, and
2007) Alison Murdoch
of Victoria, B.C., Canadian inductee into the
Golf Hall of Fame plus
the two time perstigous
Alison Murdoch conducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame this year has won
the championship in 2002,2004,2005 & 2007 .
Royale Cup Canadian Senior Women’s
Champion for the
years 2010 and 2011
Mary Ann Hayward
of Lachine, Quebec
and Ginny Burkey of
Fircrest, Washington,
a winner of the 2006
Royale Cup Canadian Senior Women’s
Championship.
By Meriah Jones
Mary Ann Hayward is a member of the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and
won the women’s Senior in 2010 & 2011.
of North Okanagan
Two Challanges...
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ne of the most common challenges in golf is the 3 foot putt for par...especially
if there is a $2 nassau and a press on the line. All too often a player will miss a
critical short putt due to the importance of the putt and the fact that he or she gave the
putt “extra attention”. Whether that’s reading the break from both sides, or spending
more time than usual trying to predict whether or not there is some break in the putt.
My recommendation to help on this crucial short putt is simple. Develop a routine for
short putts and then stick to it! What’s a routine?
A routine is a preset or planned number of steps in preparation for the putt. For
me, a routine means reading the putt from behind the ball, setting up and taking two
practice strokes, then stepping up to the ball, looking once then twice at the hole and
then making my stroke. Why have a routine? A routine, when done EVERY TIME,
creates a regular process for your body and mind. Not only does your body become
“comfortable” with a routine, but it actually “relaxes” and allows you to make the best
possible stroke even when the putt has a lot riding on it. So, when the heat is on and
a putt means the difference between a win or a loss, or a birdie and a par, don’t spend
extra time on it...instead...stick to your routine, let your body and mind relax...and
MAKE THAT PUTT!!
By Dan Matheson, Executive Golf Professional, The Okanagan Golf Club
Dan Matheson, Executive Golf Pro at Okanagan Golf Club.
Handling Tense Situations
Throwing Away Strokes
Golfers experience situations that make them tense all the time; usually
this happens for the first time as “1st tee jitters” and later it might be hitting driver on a difficult hole, having to approach a green over water
or before a makeable putt to win the match. In order to perform one’s
best; a golfer must learn to be tension-free in these crucial moments.
Try taking deep breaths, in through the nose out through the mouth,
or relaxing your jaw to manufacture a more relaxed feeling throughout the body. Once a more relaxed feeling is established, the challenge becomes maintaining that feeling throughout the golf swing.
The tension usually shows up in the grip pressure, and that “squeeze”
seems to happen immediately upon taking the club away, at the top of
the swing, or at the moment-of-impact. Any golfer that can efficiently
breathe for relaxation and consciously maintain their grip pressure right
through their swing should be ready to handle those tense situations.
by Shannon Glenesk, PGA of Canada pro, Vernon Golf & Country Club
Chipping and Putting are two of the simplest strokes in
golf, yet I see plenty of golfers throw away strokes within
20 yards of the hole. One common mistake I see is golfers taking two big of a backswing with both chipping and
putting, causing them to decelerate the club head as it gets
to impact. The result is poor contact and difficulty judging the
distance of shot. To combat this problem, match the length of
your backswing to the length of your follow through and this
will keep the club accelerating through impact. Also try to
minimize your hand action in the stroke, as the small muscles in
your hands are less consistent then turning your shoulders and
chest. You will soon be able to judge the length of your shots by
the length of your backswing and follow through.
By Myles Johnson, CPGA Class “A” Associate professional
Spallumcheen Golf and Country Club
Rated as one of the best in the country, Gallagher’s Canyon is a spectacular par 72,
18-hold championship course full of challenging fairways, well-protected greens, and
awe-inspiring vistas. Throughout t he course, you’ll m arvel a t the scenery around
you a s you p lay through t all groves o f ponderosa pine and a long t he v ery edge o f
the picturesque canyon. Just minutes from downtown Kelowna and Lake Okanagan,
the warm arid climate and brilliant sunny days common to this part of the province
consistently serve up ideal conditions for exceptional golf.
Gallagher’s Canyon Golf & Country Club
4320 Gallagher’s Drive West, Kelowna, BC
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Awesome Okanagan Golf
The Okanagan
Golf Club boasts
36 holes of spect a c u l a r g o l f. E a c h
of the courses; The
Bear, a Golden Bear
design, and the
Quail; a Les Furber
design, are distinctive in their own
right Meandering
Okanagan Golf Course
through majestic ponderosa pines and undulating terrain, each hole provides
a unique playing experience for golfers of all levels. A complete
practice facility with grass T areas, putting & chipping greens
and practice sand bunkers make your day of golf near per fect.
The Okanagan’s Bear Course can prove as ferocious as a grizzly or
as gentle as a teddy, depending on which set of tees you choose.
You’ll need accurate shooting to bring down the 6,794 yard Quail
Course.
The Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club in the Vernon region, is
proud to be the host of the 2013 Royale Cup Canadian Women’s
Senior Championship that is tak ing
place August 19th.
to August 22nd.
Spallumcheen’s 27
hole facility is the
golfing gem of the
North Okanagan.
Within 10 minutes
of beautiful Vernon,
Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club
it is your ideal holiday golfing destination. Located across from the historic O’Keefe
Ranch, just north of LakeOkanagan, Spallumcheen offers two distinct challenges - a 9 hole, par35 course (2624 yards), and an 18
hole championship layout of 6423 yards. Both feature lushly green
fairways and color ful flowerbeds. At par 71and of intermediate
challenge, the championship course can entertain golfers of any
caliber. It has broad, accommodating fairways with an excellent
assortment of hazards. The 9 hole,par 35 course provides an excellent opportunity to test your short game. After your game, spend
some time in our licensed clubhouse or outside on the patio. Full
banquet and tournament facilities are available.
Rated as one of the best in the country, Gallagher’s Canyon Golf & Country Club is a spectacular par 72, 18-hole championship course full of challenging fairways, well-protected greens and awe-inspiring vistas. Throughout the course, you’ll marvel
at the scenery around you as
play through tall groves of ponderosa pine and along the very
edge of the picturesque canyon. Just minutes from downtown Kelowna and Lake Okanagan, the warm arid climate and
brilliant sunny days common
to this part of the province
consistently serve up ideal
conditions for exceptional golf.
Gallagher’s Canyon Golf Course
Gallagher’s Canyon offers the
quintessential Okanagan golf experience: rugged, yet defined. This golf
course will challenge masters and apprentices alike. After an exhilarating
game of golf, visualize your approach to the well appointed clubhouse.”
The Vernon Golf & Country Club (VG& CC) is celebrating its Centennial
Anniversary this year. 100 years of fabulous golf! The VG&CC was originally
located in the BX, now Silver Star Road. The impact of WW1 took its toll,
and then in the rebound of the post WW1, the BX course was scrapped and
moved to the East
Hill location in 1920.
The move to the
cur rent location
on Kalamalka Lake
Road in 1922 has
remained the home
of the Club. In the
early 50’s the course
gambled and put in
an irrigation system
and in the 60’s exVernon Golf & Country Club
panded to 18 holes.
This was not without a great deal of controversy. In 1987 the old clubhouse
was rebuilt. The VG&CC is a semi-private facility with a membership of 750.
The volunteer Board of Directors give selflessly of their time and the many
committee members run the various groups all share in the camaraderie of
their fellow golfers.
Princeton Golf Course
Established in 1928, Princeton Golf Club has developed into one of BC Interior’s best hidden secrets. Located at the Gateway to the Okanagan between Hope and Penticton, this 18 hole course has all the amenities of a
resort course with small town friendliness. It’s challenging terrain among
Ponderosa Pines and high elevation views make it a must play destination
for all golfers.
Shuksan Golf Course
Peace Portal Golf Course
O
Pacific Northwest Golfing in the
Morgan Creek Golf Course
Kayak Point Golf Course
Golf Pie Gets Cut up
n any given day, if you pass through the parking lots of golf
courses in the Pacific Northwest, you will determine that about
one quarter of the license plates are from Canada, with the majority
of drivers coming from BC.
“We have a great relationship with the Canadian market. I’d say that
our parking lot has about 20% to 25% Canadian license plates,” says
Steve Stensland, PGA President, Western Washington Chapter and
GM of the Kayak Point Golf Club.
The Peace Portal Golf Course located a few blocks from the Peace
Arch, hugs the border on the Canadian side. General Manager, Rob
Falk is one of many Lower Mainland golf club operators who are concerned over the golf pie being cut up into too many pieces.
“There are lots of Canadian golfers going across the line, as there are
certainly some good deals to be had. Golfers much like shoppers will
go where their money goes a little bit further.” He adds, “although Canadians are quite willing to go to the states to save money, the Americans aren’t. Add to this, the strong Canadian dollar and we are seeing
less and less American golfers in BC.”
Stensland points out that the goal of Kayak Point is to showcase
what they can offer. “I don’t think we are cutting into each others pie,
but it is a competitive market. We are offering special promotions,
like Wednesdays in conjunction with the Angel of the Winds Casino,
we offer a round of golf for $20.00. At one point, we were ranked by
Golf Digest as being in the top 50 per cent of affordable golf courses
in the US.”
Over the past two years, one advantage the American courses had
was that Canadians playing the US links didn’t have to pay the HST.
When the tax was introduced, overnight a round of golf at a course in
this province was hiked up seven per cent.
“As we revert back to the GST, the cost of golf has gone down seven
per cent this year. That should help our cause.” explains Falk.
Meanwhile, the contention of Rick Dvorak, CEO for Shuksan Golf
Club, is that the American courses are not undercutting Lower Mainland clubs.
“Whatcom County courses are very competitive with each other
for the local market, and the Canadian consumer is looking for price
advantages due to the local competition.”
According to many golf club operators we spoke too, another problem feeding the flames of competition is the fact that there are too
many courses for to few golfers. “Competition for golf rounds have
not changed over the years. Both the BC and Whatcom County regions are over built with golf courses, versus demand. Currently the
Canadian consumer is enjoying US pricing as well as a strong dollar
for food, gas and recreation purchased in the US,” adds Dvorak
by Meriah Jones
Phenomenal Pacific
Avalon Golf Links is a beautiful and unique 27-hole championship course located in Burlington, Washington. Featuring lush,
green fairways and smooth, quick greens, Avalon ranks amongst
the finest courses in Washing- ton. Just an hour south of Van-
our signature holes, and in the background, the Puget Sound and
Eaglemont Golf Course
Avalon Golf Links
couver, Avalon is the perfect place to spend the day on the course
enjoying picturesque views of the Skagit Valley. Plan for the whole
day and take advantage of the “All Day Special” where upgrading to unlimited play is just an additional $10 walking or $15 riding. Avalon features an extensive practice area with a grass driving range, chipping, and putting greens. Stop by the Sweet Bite
Café for a snack in between nines or relax after your round with
a pint and our the signature Avalon burger. Come see why Avalon is one of the finest golf experiences in the Pacific Northwest!
Eaglemont is an 18 hole championship quality public golf course
and a world-class events venue, located in the heart of the beautiful Skagit Valley in Mount Vernon, Washington. Combining challenging golf with spectacular scenery, the course at Eaglemont offers golfers a memorable experience. Each of our holes is unique
and separated from the others (no up and back golf here) and
you will likely hit every club in your bag at least once during your
round. Our Clubhouse sits on top of a hill, overlooks a couple of
the Olympic Mountains are visible! It was the “10th rated course
in Washington state” by 2011 Golf Digest and had a “4 Star Rating”
by Golf Digest. Golf Washington Magazine voted Eaglemont “one
of the top 5 public courses in Washington State” and Inside Golf
stated the “views of Mt. Baker and Skagit are breathtaking.
Gleneagle Golf Course, located in Arlington, WA, provides some
of the best greens in the Pacific Northwest! Golfchops.com said
Gleneagle Golf Course
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“Gleneagle has some of the healthiest, nicest, best rolling putting
greens we have ever played on” and rated the course a “perfect 25
out of 25”.Nestled in the hills above Arlington Airport, Gleneagle
is a residential course that winds through the Gleneagle neighborhood. While the par 70 course plays just under 6000 yards from
the championship tees, the course demands accuracy off the tee
and well thought out approaches into well protected greens. The
course is a hidden gem that is enjoyed by both the skilled and
novice golfer alike.
Carved from an old growth forest of fir and cedar is one of Washington’s crown jewels of golf, Kayak Point Golf Course. Selected
as one of “America’s Top 50 Public Courses to Play” by Golf Digest,
Kayak Point offers players of every skill level a unique golfing experience. From the moment you arrive you will begin to experience the finest in service and well-manicured playing conditions.
Sunland Golf and Country Club, located in scenic Sequim, Washington, is considered one of the premier semi-private golf clubs
on the Olympic Penin-sula. Sunland was the PaCifiC northwest Eaglemont Golf Course last course designed by the famous A.V Macan who passed away dur-ing the design of hole #9.Mr. Macan designed some of the best courses in the Northwest such as Marine
Drive, Royal Colwood, Victoria Golf Club, Shaughnessy, Capilano
Kayak Point Golf Course
Sunland Golf and Country Club
and many more. Our championship course, which has played host
to numerous state and local tournaments, is challenging, yet offers a highly enjoyable golfing experience with several tee options
to accommodate golfers of all abilities. Being located in Sequim
with an average annual rain fall of 13inches makes Sunland Golf &
CC and ideal course for year round golf.
Kayak Point’s serene setting, beautiful sloping fairways and magnificent views of the Olympic Mountains offer an unrivaled combination of beauty and challenge. You will find that Kayak Point has
everything you need to make your visit one to remember. Kayak
offers a beautiful championship golf course, an 18-hole natural grass putting course, fully stocked golf shop, restaurant and
banquet facilities, a full service practice and teaching facility and
the best in service and value to be found in the Northwest. Come
spend a day with tehm and see why the Seattle Times recommends
Kayak Point as a “Must Play” in the State of Washington.
The Shuksan Golf Course located 20 minutes from Bellingham,
was designed by Rick Dvorak and opened in the Spring of 1994.
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Shuksan Golf Course
The spectacular course was rated in the Golf Digest 4 Star “Places
to Play.” This scenic course boasts an intriguing layout of 6,742
yards bordered by forested ridges. With a number of water hazards, every hole is unique. The course houses approximately fifty
bunkers, as well as tight chipping areas, grass hollows and swales.
The Shuksan Golf course was built to include elevation changes to
make for a more challenging game. Optical illusions are created by
the elevation changes, where the exact length of the fairways are
camouflaged to make the targets look closer.
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each hole to reach the green in regulation. On the long par 4’s don’t
try to hit a hard 3 wood to get to the green. Hit two comfortable iron
shots and take the big number out of play. I hope this course management strategy helps you lower your handicap.
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Tackling Tough
Mountain Trails
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Mountian Biker on Challenging Trail at Silver Star.
ver the past few years mountain biking has soared in popularity,
and so have numerous accidents and injuries. There really are
few things better then riding your favorite trail on a beautiful summer day.
One aspect of biking that makes it so unique is the fact every one of
us rides a bike a little differently. We all have our own little piece of the
sport. However, there is always something new to learn that will make
your ride just that much better.
For example, techniques like looking down the trail in the distance
that way you know what’s coming up and have time to react. By doing
this you also are able to pick the smoothest line to get down the trail.
Breaking is another key aspect of riding that is easily confused. It
is never a good idea to jam the breaks hard locking them, which can
result in a crash or loss of control. When breaking, modulation is key
to slowing down quickly and effectively. Modulating breaks is simply finding that sweet spot in the stroke of the lever. These are just a
couple things that can make your biking experience even better.
As the passion for mountain biking gets bigger and bigger so has the
importance of having a well maintained bike. The truth is that most
mechanical issues start from something as simple as a loose bolt. It’s
always a good Idea to clean your bike and go over it after every few
rides. As you clean your bike inspect all the components, checking
that they are good to go and tight. Going over bolts can go a long way
in keeping your bikes mechanical issues to a minimum.
by Eric Price, Biking Safety Manager, Silver Star Mountain
Enduro Racing Gets Hot
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mountain bike industry is known for
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Including specific components,
riding styles or frame geometries. I have never
seen a discipline of riding explode like AllMountain or its competitive partner, Enduro
in BC and I think it is here to stay. Almost evAaron Dobie
ery high level rider has an all-mountain bike in
their arsenal today. Because of it, all-mountain
trails are popping up in local mountains every
where.
As well, this year is one of the first seasons that full Enduro race
series are being held. The Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association
(FVMBA) is wrapping up their series on July 14th on Sumas Mountain in Chillawack BC with a two stage race and Vancouver Island has
a race the week after in Victoria.
All-mountain trails and Enduro races tend to be less technical which
makes the discipline a lot more inviting to beginner riders. Almost
anyone can ride these trails and the same trails can be raced by elite
riders. Finally, all-mountain trails are usually at lower elevation which
make them accessible all year long. While downhill trails are covered
in snow, riders can maintain
their fitness and get their fix
by going for a quick spin.
A big controversy in the
all-mountain industry is
wheel size. Companies are
now making three different
wheel sizes - 26”, 29” and an in-between size, 650b. Each size has pros
and cons. Smaller wheels tend to be more agile but larger wheels can
spin faster. Some companies are producing one size and others are
producing two sizes. No companies have yet to produce all three sizes
and no one knows which size(s) will remain. All we know is that the
discipline is still young and looking lively.
Aaron Dobie, enduro racer, Dunbar Cycles
“Mountain biking and
enduro racing are
exploding.”
Aaron Dobie finishes 3rd. in the Vedder Mtn. Enduro.
Mountain
Olympic Training Grounds
Mount Washington
L
ike bees attracted to honey, Olympic training skiers and boarders
have been swarming around the quaint alpine resort of Mount
Washington. “We have hosted many teams including Canada’s Cross
Country Ski Team, Sweden’s Cross Country and Biathlon Teams, plus
the Canadian, American, Swedish and Swiss Snowboarding Teams,”
explained Don Sharpe, Mount Washington’s Director of Business Operations.
The reason the Olympic athletes are buzzing around Mount Washington on Vancouver Island, is because it offers the outstanding training facilities that help make Olympic champions. “It’s been a lot of
hard work to develop all the international interest, but it was all worth
while. The Canadian snowboard teams heard about us through the
work we’ve done. They referred Mount Washington to the Swedes and
then the US team heard about us,” adds Sharpe.
Over the past decade or so, International Olympic ski and snowboard teams have been training at Mount Washington. The commitment by the Olympic teams is complimented by the creation of the
Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society and the creation of the
mountain sports facility near River Lodge on the mountain.
Members of the Olympic and World Cup ski teams have also been
converging on Apex Mountain near Penticton. Prior to the 2010
Olympics, 22 Olympic teams trained at the mountain. James Shulman Apex GM, boasts that the training facilities at Apex are the best.
“We are the host for the Canadian Olympic and World Cup Mogul
Teams and Canadian Olympic and World Cup Aerial Teams. We have
200 athletes a day on the mogul course from all over North America
because the mogul course and aerial site are honesty the best in the
world.”
Recently, Apex hosted the NORAM downhill event, which is one
level below the World Cup. Also the Junior Nationals and two BC
Series Tour events for moguls, big air and slope style in the terrain
park. Schulman explains that all of these events are happening at Apex
because of the incredible training venue. “You can walk right to the
aerial site and the mogul course. At other mountains with the same
type of facilities, you have to take a couple chair lifts, and that isn’t
conducive for the coaches and turn around times.”
You wouldn’t think that International Olympic ski teams would
travel very far to find the proper training facilities and snow that they
require, but they do. Powder King Mountain located in Northern BC,
has been hosting the Canadian Olympic Boarder Cross team’s training camps for the past five years. Also, athletes who trained at Powder King won three medals at Whistler during the 2010 Olympics.
Jim Salisbury, owner of Powder King is elated over the international
recognition the mountain is getting. “This year again, the Australian
team will be joining the camp and for the first time the Russian and
Brazil Boarder Cross teams will be training at Powder King as well.”
The publicity from the Olympic teams visits has put Powder King on
the map. “It’s especially important because it demonstrates that the
mountain has the facility and natural resources needed to host such
camps. There were over 70 people the first year we hosted the camp
including athletes, coaches and support staff.” explains Salisbury.
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fter years of gruelling training and practice, 23 alpine racers have
been chosen to represent Canada in the bid to qualify for nomination to the Canadian Alpine Ski Team for the upcoming Winter
Olympics in Sochi. The nominees for the Canadian team are expected
to be named next January. There are a limited number of spots on the
Canadian Olympic Team in each discipline, and the selection criteria
is quite involved.
The selection of the men’s Canadian Olympic hopefuls include Erik
Guay, the 2011 down hill world champion, and Manuel Osborne-Paradis from Vancouver, a three time World Cup winner. Also picked were
the former World Cup medalist Mike Janyk, John Kucera, Jan Huder
as well as a handful of young potential winners like Erik Read.
Not on the women’s roster for the 2013-2014 season are Super G
expert Larisa Yurkin who didn’t make the cut and speed skier Kelly Vander Beek who has retired. The stellar group of women skiers
include Slalom specialist Erin Mieis, who was the first skier from
Canada since 1971, to win a World Cup Slalom race. The other super
talented member of the team who skied extremely well in the past
few years is Marie Michele Gagnon from Lac-Etchemin, Quebec;
Erin Mielzynski from Guelph, Ontario; Marie-Pier Prefontaine from
Saint Sauveur, Quebec; Britt Phelan and Elli Terwiel from Sun Peaks,
BC. Madison Irwin from Toronto, Ontario rounds out the rest of the
women’s team. The World Cup season for 2014 begins in October at
Soelden, Austria.
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It is a spectacular snow-filled mountain, located on an island, in
the Pacific Ocean. Mount Washington almost sounds too good to
be true, doesn’t it? You will likely be surprised to hear that Vancouver Island receives some of the deepest snow worldwide. Unbelievably, it’s true. Mount Washington Alpine Resort has been
re co gn i ze d i n t h e
snow industry as
t h e ‘d e e p s n o w
capital of Canada’.
The mountain’s five
year snowfall average is currently sitt i n g at 1 4 m e te r s
(46 feet). That is
epic!Passes, express
Mount Washington
rentals, events and
Snow School programs including daycare have all been designed
with your family in mind. Check out the family-friendly options
online at mountwashington.ca/families. The terrain is ideal for skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels. Five alpine lifts and four
Magic Carpets serve over 1700 acres of ski and snowboard terrain.
Mount Washington’s top-rated Nordic Centre is perched on the
edge of Strathcona Provincial Park and offers unparalleled views
on 55kms (30 miles) of machine groomed cross-country trails. You
can also enjoy 22kms (13.5 miles) of snowshoeing trails, plus five
restaurants, retail shops, and an Alpine Village with ski-in/ski-out
accommodation for over 4,000 people.
Mt. Baldy is a “hidden gen” where skiing today can be compared to what it
was twenty years ago: friendly, un-crowded and affordable. Mt. Baldy currently operates on two mountain faces, the southeast face of Mt. Baldy and
the west face of Mt. McKinney. All of the ski terrain is located on Provincial
Crown land with approximately 188 hectares (465) acres of licensed terrain. In addition to alpine skiing, Mt. Baldy offers limited cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Located at the base, the three-storey 600 square
metre Day Lodge houses the ski rental shop and ski ticket office.
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Apex Mountain Resort remains one of the hidden gems of Canadian
skiing. Located a short 30 minute drive from Penticton, BC, Apex
is a full service destination resort with quality snow, great weather, incredible terrain, and friendly people. Apex Mountain being
located in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, features the perfect
mix between large amounts of precipitation and low humidity that
makes for the lightest dry champagne
powder snow imaginable. Smiles from
Apex skiers stretch
from ear to ear, as
locals and visitors
alike hoot and holler amongst the
glades & open terrain, leaving clouds
Apex Mountain
of powdery snow to
lightly settle behind them. With an average temperature of -4 C,
Apex receives about 600 cm of dry powder each season.
Located just 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Mt Seymour
is situated on Vancouver’s North Shore in Mt Seymour Provincial
Park, featuring breathtaking views of Vancouver, Mt Baker and
Vancouver Island. The proximity to the Pacific Ocean, eastern
aspect and high elevation provides the 40 runs with an annual
snowfall of over 1,000cm.
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lenge the advanced skiers
and snowboarders. The Ski and Snowboard School offers several
popular single -day and multi-day programs to suit all abilities.
Mt Seymour was awarded the accolade of “2012 SBC Resort Guide
- 3rd best terrain park in Western Canada.” It also has dedicated
snowshoeing trails with several guided programs available.
Big White is North America’s largest ski-in ski-out ski resort and
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he perfect place to enjoy a traditional Mexican meal before the
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place to watch your favorite team on large screen TV.
La Casita also caters to groups of up to 50 people with their private downstairs dining area. For parties, you can order off the menu or have a set
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