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EWGA Fox Cities/Green Bay Chapter Chatter
April 21, 2008
If you have any questions about any of these events
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888-460-7976. |
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Breakfast at Talbots |
April 27 - 9am - 11am
Don't miss this opportunity! This Sunday (9-11am) at Talbots store in the Fox River Mall, a continential breakfast will be served while you shop! The store is opening for members only so we'll be able to shop, chat, and make our upcoming golf plans together. Reservations for this FREE event have been extended until Wednesday the 23 so take this opportunity to sign up now.
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Handicap and Score Tracking Program |
May 8th or May 29th from 6:30-8:00pm
Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha (just south of 441)
One of the benefits of your EWGA membership is the free, online Golf Life Management System. This lets you establish a USGA handicap and track your game. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an advanced golfer. There are benefits in this system for everyone. Similar services cost $29 per year.
This program offers hands-on learning. Everyone will have their own computer to practice posting scores and learn how to use the game tracker.
Please, RSVP by May 1st by emailing Karla at
handicap@ewga-foxcitiesgreenbay.org |
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Morning At The Range |
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Let’s get warmed up at Mulligans Fairway Golf Range. We’ll start out the golf season with some fun at the range. Join us as we get the kinks out of our swings. Get to see your golfing buddies over coffee rolls and a bucket of balls (2 bucket per person limit)!! This is also demo day at the range and a lot of your favorite golf club reps will be on hand.
10 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Mulligans Fairway 8549 Hwy 76, Neenah
MEMBERS ONLY - FREE - RSVP by May 6. |
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Golf For Business Seminar |
Exclusively Sponsored by: WIPFLI, LLP
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 - 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Best Golf, 1358A Mid Valley Drive, DePere
Playing golf with business clients and colleagues is an opportunity to gather information, present who you are, and build relationships. EWGA Golf for Business is targeted at women interested in learning how golf can be a tool to gain advantage in their business and/or career development by helping them:
• Understand the benefits golf can provide to business women
• Understand the keys and skills necessary to successfully use golf as a business advantage
Fee: No charge - Members and non-members welcome
RSVP Online Today! |
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Swing Analysis With Video |
Saturday, June 14 - 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Best Golf, 1358A Mid Valley Dr., DePere, WI 54115
Instructor: Kristi Massicotte, PGA/LPGA Golf Professional
Fee: $33 Member - $45 Non-member Registered Online!
Open to Skill Levels 3 through 5. Minimum of 5 required to run the clinic—maximum of 10.
Did you ever feel that something wasn’t quite right with your swing and your shots were inconsistent, but you couldn’t put your finger on what was causing it? This session addresses pre-swing fundamentals that give the student the best possible chance of making a consistent swing. This includes the grip, review of setup and posture, aligning the clubface and body to the target, and understanding shot routines. Video analysis helps the student visualize those parts of her swing that need refining, and confirms the instructor’s diagnosis and suggested corrections. |
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2008 Golf Education & Player Development Skill Clinics |
Getting Started Program for New Golfers
“Getting Started” is aimed at non-golfers (no golf experience), new golfers (very little golf experience), and golfers returning to the game after a substantial absence. Learn More!Player Development Skill Clinics
SAND
Reduce the fear of playing from the sand and learn the basic shots and techniques to get the ball out of the sand and safely back in play.
PUTTING
Program topics include direction and distance control, aiming, grip, and fun games to improve both long and short putts.
PITCHING & CHIPPING
Improving your skills in this range—the chips, pitches, sand, and wedge shots—will undoubtedly lower your scores.
UNEVEN LIES & COURSE MANAGEMENT
Learn More! |
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2008 Golf Leagues
Our leagues offer opportunities for all levels--from beginner to intermediate and advanced. Our Chapter leagues start the week of June 2. We would like to see every member enjoy the fun, maybe a little bit of competition, friendship and experience of an EWGA golf league this summer.
A League Orientation and Rules & Etiquette Seminar will be held on Sunday, May 18, 1PM at Mid-Vallee Golf Course. Attendance is required for all league members.
Leagues to Include:
Winagamie Golf Course - Beginner League (Skill Level 2) - Thursday evenings June 5 - August 28.
Winagamie Golf Course - Intermediate League (Skill Level 3) - Wednesday evenings June 4 - August 27.
Westridge Golf Club - Advanced League (Skill Level 4) – Monday evenings June 2 – August 25.
Mid-Vallee Golf Course - Competitive League (Skill Level 5) - Tuesday evenings June 3 - August 26.
Highland Ridge Golf Course in DePere - (Mixed League for Skill Levels 2, 3 and 4) - Thursday evenings June 5 - August 28.
Click here for more details.
If you cannot commit to a full-season schedule, we would love to have you as a sub.
Please contact leagues@ewga-foxcitiesgreenbay.org if you have any questions. |
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Weekend Golf Events |
Once again we will be offering additional opportunities on weekends to get together and play golf at area golf courses. First outing is June 7.
Click here for more details. |
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Question: What do I need to remember about golf etiquette for the upcoming season?
Answer: Pace of play is one of the largest obstacles currently facing the golf industry. From a golf etiquette perspective, players of ALL skill levels have an obligation to maintain a steady pace on the golf course. Many new golfers feel rushed and unable to “keep pace.” Golfers are often misinformed on what is considered slow play.
Slow play is defined as playing at a slower pace than the group in front of you. Golf etiquette is the courtesy of inviting the group behind you to play through if you fall a hole or more behind the group in front of you, regardless if you are or are not holding the group up behind you.
There are a few things that you can do to help keep things moving along so everyone can enjoy their round.
- Be prepared when it’s your turn by playing “ready golf,” meaning that you have your club ready and the shot type in mind prior to hitting the shot.
- Diligently track where your shot has ended up by watching the ball until it has stopped moving. Help others in your group find their ball if needed.
- When near or on a putting green, leave your clubs or cart near a spot that you will be walking towards for your next hole. Upon completion of the hole, immediately leave the green and head to the next tee.
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 Jason Hogue is an assistant golf professional at the Oneida Golf and Country Club and a teaching professional for the Whole in One Golf Program. Hogue is a PGA member and a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Instructor. Jason can be reached at 920-498-6510 or by email at hogue_25@yahoo.com.
Next month’s question: What are common golf injuries for women and how can they be prevented?
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Refund Policy |
| There has been some confusion with the EWGA Fox Cities/Green Bay refund policy. So we have included below for your review.
Unless otherwise noted, refunds are given up to five days prior to the event. If you need to cancel, contact the event chair at least 5 days before the event date and the registration fee will be refunded, minus a 15% cancellation fee. If EWGA Fox Cities/Green Bay cancels the event, you will be notified and a full refund will be given. |
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Breakfast at Talbots
April 27 Women's Night Out
Golf Galaxy
April 22 Handicap and Score Tracking Program
May 8th or May 29th Morning At The Range
May 10
Golf For Business
May 20 Weekend Golf
June 7 Swing Analysis With Video
June 14 |
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USAweekend.com
GreenSmart by Natalie Ermann Russell
Golf greens are getting greener
Golf courses -- and golfers -- have become more eco-conscious. "The average 18-hole golf facility covers 150 acres, yet a third of it is construction, rough, woods, water and other potential habitats," says Kevin Fletcher, executive director of Audubon International. "These non-play areas provide significant opportunities to enhance and protect wildlife and native habitats."
Courses certified by Audubon International use non-toxic chemicals, minimally, on the turf and soil, and they conserve water and protect its quality.
Tips for golfers
Walk rather than use a cart to save the grass -- and gas.
Stay away from fast courses, where the grass is kept short. They're susceptible to invasive plants, disease and damage from drought.
Find eco-friendly golf courses |
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