Margaritaville is back! Come enjoy an evening that once again, is sure to entertain. Back for 2012, by popular demand the group Frogsback! All you need to remember is to wear your best island wear.
Friday, July 27th 6:30pm Island fare from 7 til 8pm Dancing starts when the band starts Tickets: $50/person **not including taxes and gratuities, tickets are non-refundable and have no cash value, but can be transferred** Purchase your tickets today as Margaritaville WILL sell out! Participants of the 21st Annual Taylor Automotive Group Tournament (July 26, 2012) will receive 50% off the admission of a Margaritaville ticket. For more details or to buy tickets, contact us at 586-5666 ext. 231 or email reservations@wascanacountryclub.com
Wascana Country Club 6500 Wascana Pkwy S4P 3C2 (306) 586-5666
June Edition Ladies President Report
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Father’s Day Dinner 3 PGA Rule Changes for Seniors
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Taylor Motors Tournament
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Steak Night
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Employees of the Month
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Wascana Mixed League
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Course Emergency Procedure
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Dress Code Regulations
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Chris Marchiori
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Team Tuesday Report
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Course & Grounds Report
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Meeting & Conference Centre
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Wascana Junior Camps
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New Members
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Music off the Greens 14 Happy Birthday!
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Calendar
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Message from the Ladies President – Shirley Paterson Congratulations to Sharon Nattrass who was the proud raffle winner held during the Ladies Opening dinner on May 3, 2012. Her prize was a $150 outfit from the Pro Shop. Also, congratulations to Sally Ford who won 4 lessons from our Pro Dean Manz after entering a draw that evening. 92 ladies members and guests were treated to a great season opening dinner created just for the event by Chef Rod. Bringing greetings and information to the ladies were Club President, Aaron Fox: Club Manager, Greg Dukart and Club Pro Dean Manz. Thank you to Ladies VP Danica Love who along with Leah Christie organized the great evening. Special thanks to Gilda Treleaven-Graham for playing the piano for O Canada and past president Marge Williams who honoured us with Grace. Upcoming events to mark on your calendars for June: Wascana Ladies Welcome Back Tournament – Saturday, June 2, 2012 Canada Day Ladies Tournament – Tuesday, June 26, 2012 Dean Manz started his “Tips from the Pro” every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. His first tip on proper foot placement on the tee box started off with a few missed drives initially but soon turned out to be a great tip. Watch for Dean again on Tuesday, June 12. NEW! Assistant Pro, Mitch Zaba is pleased to announce that he is offering Ladies Golf Clinics every Wednesday commencing Wednesday, June 6, 2012 from 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. This is open to ALL lady members. The cost is $20 and there will be a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 for the clinics. The Clinics for June will be as follows: Short Game Bunker Driving range – fundamentals Putting Email mzaba@wascanacountryclub.com to sign up in advance to reserve a spot. After your lesson why not have your significant other or friend join you for Steak Night. Super Bonus! Not only do you improve your golf game, you don’t have to cook supper. We are extremely proud to announce that 2011 Ladies Club Champion, Kim Walker will also be joining in on a few rounds with the Ladies Sections on Tuesday. Just a reminder you do not have to belong to a Ladies Section to join that ladies group to golf. All lady members are welcome to join any group for a round of golf. This is a great way to meet other members and have some fun golfing. Thought for the month: What does the Chick-a-dee and Ladies Club Championship have in common? Answer: It’s really FUN to be a lady golfer at the Wascana CC Cheers, Shirley A. Paterson, WCC Ladies Club President
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Father’s Day Dinner Sunday, June 17 Dinner 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Fresh Baked Breads & Rolls with Whipped Butter Carved Smoked Roast Beef BBQ Chicken Greek Baby Back Ribs Cabbage Rolls Perogies Whipped Potatoes Steamed fresh seasonal vegetables Salads Domestic and Imported Cheese Cold Seafood display Fresh Fruits in Season Chefs Selection of Pastries Fresh Baked Pies & Tortes
$ 25.00 per person $ 13.00 per child Prices Subject to Applicable Taxes & Gratuities Reservations Required Please contact Dennis Orellana @ 586-5666 ext.231 or by email reservations@wascanacountryclub.com or book online at www.wascanacountryclub.com
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At last: PGA Rule Changes for Seniors Rule 1.a.5 A ball sliced or hooked into the rough shall be lifted and placed on the fairway at a point equal to the distance it carried or rolled into the rough with no penalty. The senior should not be penalized for tall grass which ground keepers failed to mow. Rule 2.d.6 (B) A ball hitting a tree shall be deemed not to have hit the tree. This is simply bad luck and luck has no place in a scientific game. The Senior Player must estimate the distance the ball would have traveled if it had not hit the tree and play the ball from there. Rule 3.B.3(G) There shall be no such thing as a lost ball. The missing ball is on or near the course and will eventually be found and pocketed by someone else, making it a stolen ball. The player is not to compound the felony by charging himself or herself with a penalty. Rule 4.c.7(h) If a putt passes over a hole without dropping, it is deemed to have dropped. The law of gravity supersedes the Rules of Golf. Rule 5. Putts that stop close enough to the cup that they could be blown in, may be blown in. This does not apply to balls more than three inches from the hole. No one wants to make a travesty of the game. Rule 6.a.9(k) There is no penalty for so-called "out of bounds." If penny-pinching golf course owners bought sufficient land, this would not occur. The senior golfer deserves an apology, not a penalty. Rule 7..G.15(z) There is no penalty for a ball in a water hazard, as golf balls should float. Senior golfers should not be penalized for manufacturers' shortcomings. Rule 8.k.9( S) Advertisements claim that golf scores can be improved by purchasing new golf equipment. Since this is financially impractical for many senior golfers, one-half stroke per hole may be subtracted for using old equipment.
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Celebrating 34 Years of Driving Satisfaction
TAYLOR AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 21st ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT *** ENTER INDIVIDUALLY OR AS A TEAM *** TWO PERSON BEST BALL Men :Top 4 teams in each flight 2 Flights based on combined handicaps Women: Top 4 teams
OVER $10,000.00 IN PRIZES CLOSEST TO THE PIN *****
HOLE-IN-ONES
TEE GIFT - DRINKS & PREMIUM DINNER GOLF BALLS COMPLIMENTS – CIBC BANK Thursday, July 26th, 2012 SHOTGUN DINNER AWARDS
1:30 PM 7:00 PM 8:00 PM
SPONSORED BY: TAYLOR LEXUS TOYOTA TAYLOR VOLKSWAGEN AUDI MOOSE JAW TOYOTA REGINA USED CARS.COM AVIS CAR AND TRUCK RENTALS
Limit: 100 Men, 24 Women
Entry Deadline is July 15th Entry fee will be charged to your Wascana account ******************************************************* Entry Fee $ 140.00 (Includes Golf Cart & GST as well as 50% off the admission price of a Margaritaville ticket, July 27th) Note: Players must be a Wascana Shareholder, Share Applicant Members with Playing Privileges, Deemed Member, or Golfing Spouse. All players must have a current handicap acceptable to the handicap committee. All men must play from the white tees and ladies from red tees. NAME: HANDICAP: _________________ ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: _______________ Account Number ______________ Signed _____________________________________ Attending Margaritaville (Please Check)
YES
NO
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Steak Night Wednesdays Wednesday June 6, 13 & 27 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm *All steaks are cut from AAA Canadian Angus Beef 8 oz. Filet Mignon $30.00 6 oz. Filet Mignon $22.00 10 oz. New York Steak $26.00 Hickory Smoked BBQ Baby Back rib $21.00 ½ Order …. $15.00 Fresh Steelhead with citrus dill butter $20.00 Apricot Glazed Chicken Breast $18.00 All Steak Night entrees include our buffet and dessert table featuring hot and cold items changing weekly Buffet & Dessert Table Only $14.00
Prices Subject to Applicable Taxes & Gratuities Reservations Required
Please contact Dennis Orellana at 306-586-5666 ext. 231 or by email reservations@wascanacountryclub.com or book online www.wascanacountryclub.com.
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Employees of the Month The following staff have been recognized as Employee of the Month for the month of May, as voted by fellow departmental staff and members of the Wascana Country Club. Their positive attitude, demeanour, and ability to serve our membership of the highest of standards has not gone unnoticed.
Mackenzie Hart Golf Course & Grounds
Aaron Vogel Golf Shop Operations
Amy Antonini Catering Operations
Ben Leeson Culinary Operations
Wascana Mixed League On Thursday May 24, members of the Wascana participated in the inaugural Wascana Mixed League event. While Mother Nature wasn’t cooperative (golfing was cancelled), she didn’t manage to dampen the spirits of the more than 60 members that gathered to enjoy an evening of fellowship, fun and good food.
Four lucky members took home door prizes courtesy of Solvera. As well, Bill and Janet Johnson, and Craig and Linda Nelson will enjoy an evening of fine dining at the Rooftop, followed by a movie at the Cineplex. These prizes were purchased from funds raised from the game registration fee.
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Wascana Mixed League League Format Weekly signup as a team of two (not as foursome). Registered teams will be notified of: a. Game sign up open – 2 weeks prior to game day. b. Game sign up close – Sunday noon prior to game day.
The first 32 teams registered will play each night. Shotgun start at 5:00 on the designated Thursday’s. Play begins play when shot gun sounds. Game format will vary each night. Pick up instructions from the pro shop before proceeding to your starting hole. Participants must be a member or guest of the Wascana Country Club. A registration form must be completed by each team. Unused tee times to be released when the tee sheet is posted. Weekly door prize and game format prize winners. Socializing after golf in the “league room”. Weekly drink specials and buffet. In the case of inclement weather on Thursday, the buffet will be available at 6:30.
Designated Dates
Thursday June 14 Thursday July 19 Thursday August 9 Thursday September 13
Wascana Mixed League (WML) Team
A WML team must have at least one Wascana member and will consist of one male and one female player. Unlimited league registration, maximum of 32 teams will be accepted to play each week on a first come, first served basis.
League Sign Up
Team must complete a registration form before playing the first time.
Weekly Game Sign Up
WML teams must email wascana.mixed@gmail.com indicating desire to play in the upcoming game.. Registered teams will be notified when game registration begins and closes. Registration for each week closes at 6:00 pm on Sunday. Tee times are posted by 6:00 p.m. Monday. Late registration is available through the pro shop after 6:00 p.m. on Monday until 4:00 Thursday or the tee sheet is full.
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Wascana Mixed League Unable to Play
If one team member can`t play, a substitute of the same gender may play in the missing member`s place. If the substitute is a guest, the guest fees will apply. One member of the team must be a Wascana Country Club Member. Once the weekly game registration is closed, all substitutions must be done through the pro shop.
Weekly Team Game Fee
A non-refundable weekly game fee will be charged to each team registered to when the tee sheet is posted at 6:00 p.m. Monday. Late registrations will be recognized at 5:00 pm on Thursday and will also be charged the non-refundable weekly game fee. Fees charged to the account as identified on the registration 2012 Weekly Game fee: $10/team
Guest Game Fee
Guests will be charged the guest fee each time they play. These fees will be collected by the pro shop and games will count against applicable playing restrictions. 2012 Guest Fee: $32 / guest
Weekly Food and Refreshments
Each game day Wascana Food Services will provide a buffet and refreshment special. Teams charged will be determined from the tee sheet when the tee sheet is posted at 6:00 p.m. Monday. Late registrations will be recognized at 5:00 pm on Thursday and will also be charged. Players are responsible to pay for their own refreshments. 2012 Buffet fee: $18/person plus taxes and gratuities.*
* In the case of inclement weather, the buffet will be provided at 6:30 pm and members will be charged.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship opportunities will be advertised with every WML general membership communication. Prizes and/or cash will be accepted as sponsorship donations. Sponsorship cash received will be used toward weekly prizes, not league administration. All sponsors will be recognized at least once during league season and on the annual report.
Communication to Membership
Email will be sent to the account provided by the registered team. This email address will only be used for WML communication.
Mixed League Membership Funds
An annual accounting of funds will be provided by October 31, to each team that participated in Wascana Mixed League. A Wascana Country Club account will be set up and all fees collected, expenses paid will be processed through this account.
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Golf Course Emergency Procedure Should you or a playing partner of yours become ill or suffer a stroke, please call the golf shop on 584-1377.
Dress Code It is expected that members will advise their guests of the attire deemed acceptable at The Wascana Country Club before the guests arrive and it is also expected that a sponsor or sponsors of an outside event advise their guests on the club’s dress code. As dress is a personal matter and as contemporary golfing attire changes from time to time, questions regarding the acceptability of any particular apparel can be reviewed with the Club’s Management. Everyone is expected to dress tastefully in a manner appropriate to private golf clubs. Contemporary and fashionable attire is acceptable. Jeans (Denim) are not acceptable attire for the golf course or clubhouse except that clean and presentable tailored denim pants will be permitted for members attending the Spike Lounge and Centennial Courtyard or when picking up golf clubs or locker items. Gentlemen shall remove hats and caps when seated in the Spike Lounge or Ballroom Area. All dress code violations shall be reported to the General Manager.
Congratulations Chris! Congratulations to Chris Marchiori our Assistant Superintendent who recently achieved Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Accreditation Status through the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association. This is a feat that few in Canada have accomplished, which shows Chris’s dedication and commitment not only to The Wascana but the Golf Industry in general. Please take the time to congratulate Chris. We are very fortunate to have him on the management staff of the Wascana.
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A MESSAGE FROM TEAM TUESDAY Our opening business meeting and coffee party was held on April 26 th with good attendance. It was a time to greet our friends who were away over the winter and discuss plans for the upcoming summer of golf. With June approaching, perhaps the rainy and cooler days will be a thing of the past. The Canada Day Tournament will be held on June 26th. We are very pleased to announce that Harvard Western Insurance (Dave Pettigrew) is sponsoring this event. A sign-up sheet is in the Team Tuesday book located in the cupboard under the computer in the Golf Shop. This is a four person team event – two net best balls. Join us for a fun morning and a great luncheon. See you on the golf course. Ruth Lawrence Team Tuesday Captain
A Message from the Course & Grounds Committee This season, messages from the Course and Grounds Committee will focus on encouraging “Wascana Pride” which is all about keeping the course in pristine shape. The general conditions of the course have never been better and the objective for members is to ensure it the current standard is maintained. Each member can help by:
fixing divots
raking the sand
practicing good cart management (both power carts and pull carts)
picking up broken tees
respecting pace of play guidelines
Messages about course pride and the etiquette of play will be included in the Chronicle and posted in the locker rooms. Janet Wightman Course & Grounds Committee
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Wascana Meeting & Conference Centre Networking Events Looking to entertain your suppliers? The Wascana Country Club is the ideal location for your meet and greet events. Those who have attended the Members Open House each year can attain to the fact that the Wascana provides a unique atmosphere that cannot be achieved anywhere else in Regina.
Office Retreats Finding a great team building location can be a tough task in Regina. At the Wascana, we provide the privacy necessary to build long-term relationships within your offices. Whether it`s a staff karaoke night, scavenger hunt, comedy roast of your business or any other team building activities you may have, the Wascana allows you to decorate our facilities with limited restrictions.
Meetings The Northwest Room & West Rooms can be used for smaller, intimate dinners or private meetings allowing your clients the ability to focus on the business at hand while we focus on providing flawless service. Located with a view of the number 6 tee box and the number 9 green, these rooms allow for the extra bit of attractiveness that every business is looking for!
Banquets We want to help you celebrate! The ballroom at the Wascana includes a fully lit fireplace, large cocktail lounge, and high ceilings which makes it the ideal location for any celebratory function. Whether it’s an awards night, gala, graduation, the natural lighting gives your function the elegance set to impress. The ballroom is the great setting for celebrations up to 200 people. For booking information, please email reservations@wascanacountryclub.com
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Wascana Country Club Junior Program
Junior Golf Day Camps
June 3 July 29
June 10
June 17
July 24
Aug 13
Aug 28
Sept 15
Junior Girls Day Camps June 2 (9-2) July 25 (9-4)
June 16 (9-2)
Aug 14 (9-4)
July 15 (9-4)
Aug 30 (9-4)
Sept 8 (9-4)
Junior Golf Two Day Camps Jun 23-24
July 26-27
Aug 15-16
Junior Golf Three Day Camps July 18-20
Aug 20-22
Junior Golf Week Camps July 9-13
Aug 6-10
For more information on the Junior Golf Camps, please contact Todd Zado by email at todd@wascanacountryclub.com or by calling the golf shop at 584-1377.
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Please Welcome Our New Wascana Country Club Members Share Applicants Brent Leach Jim Clark Rodney Schoettler Randy Stefan
Intermediate Joshua Leach Daniel Leach
Graduate Playing Privilege Lucas Stefan Associate Spouse Cathy Cuddington
Academy of Golf Sandra Euteneier Social Golfing Bill Ripplinger Troy Edwards Greg Buchan
Juniors Dylan Eberle Jacob Faith Will Genert Benjamin Korkola Samuel Korkola Raymond Knorr Tanner Eberle Parker Filazek Social Murray Gettle
Music off the Greens on the Centennial Court! The social committee is planning casual evenings of live entertainment and socializing on the Centennial Court beginning Thursday June 14th, starting at 7:30pm. Our plan is to have this become a regular social calendar event. The frequency will be a result of the success in having our membership attend the events and enjoying the evenings. We are seeking sponsors to cover the cost of the entertainment! This is a great opportunity for recognition while supporting the festivities. Thank you to Bob Taylor and Scotiabank for sponsoring the first event. Please feel free to contact Tafaline Wall - Social Committee Chair at 569-5724, or twall08@live.com with your interest in sponsorship. We look forward to seeing everyone out on the Court!!
Happy Birthday!
This coupon entitles the purchaser to a
Free Entrée With a party of 4 in the Spike Lounge. Valid on the designated month of your birthday only. Value of the free entrée is equal to the lowest value of entrée ordered within your party of 4.
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Happy Birthday to all Wascana Country Club Members! Anderson Arscott
Ken Bob
June 24 June 13
Huntington
Garry
June 02
Schneider
Derek
June 14
Kapoor
Neil
June 19
Schubert
Rod
June 25
Ash
Dan
June 10
Kaufman
June
June 13
Semler
Doug
June 14
Ashton
Connie
June 16
Knight
Charlie
June 18
Sillinger
Michael
June 29
Axelson
Lana
June 26
Knouse
Eric
June 28
Smith
Pat
June 16
Ball
Lynn
June 18
Kraus
Max
June 16
Somers
Patty
June 05
Blaisdell
Brad
June 12
Krivoshein
Brittany
June 16
Stecyk
Brett
June 25
Boa
Bruce
June 04
Lang
Mark
June 25
Steuart
Barry
June 21
Brooker
Gordon
June 24
Laube
Michelle
June 13
Stockbrugger Brent
June 19
Burgess
Ken
June 24
Ledingham
Jason
June 06
Strawford
Garth
June 14
Cameron
Bob
June 11
Libby
Madison
June 16 June 03
June 10
June 18
Jeff
Kayla
Jennesa
Linner
Swicheniuk
Cameron Case
Blair
June 16
Terry
Dennis
June 24
Livingstone
Scott
June 22
Chan
Alan
June 02
Theaker
Grant
June 16
Chastkiewicz
Alex
June 10
Love
Danica
June 11
Thomas
Betty-Jane
June 05
Chastkiewicz
Kate
June 29
MacLintock
Steffa
June 09
Thomson
Robert
June 22
Czernick
Austin
June 24
Martin
Steve
June 28
Tomney
Pete
June 27
Dixon
Todd
June 03
McAlpine
Steven
June 09
Trudelle
Joe
June 27
Douglas
Greg
June 01
McIntosh
Alex
June 09
Verhelst
Leo
June 10
Duncan
Jim
June 23
Mertler
Gordon
June 15
Virgo
Jamie
June 17
Edwards
Lori
June 29
Milani
Michael
June 25
Warsaba
Reid
June 27
Ellard
Bob
June 24
Murphy
Gregory
June 29
Welter
Michelle
June 30
Forsyth
Avis
June 29
Nattrass
Sharon
June 17
Welter
Ted
June 28
Fraser
Murray
June 16
Newton
Tom
June 22
Wheaton
Carter
June 29
From
Ken
June 21
Nychuk
Justin
June 01
Wicijowski
Gord
June 04
Frontain
Richard
June 09
Nychuk
Justin
June 01
Willis
Duncan
June 29
Gareau
Armand June 05
Parker
Brent
June 25
Wolfond
Jonathan
June 17
Gebert
Dolores
June 15
Parker
Carlie
June 14
Yaehne
Cheryl
June 03
Partyka
George
June 24
Gilewich
Randy
June 21
Patel
Rajesh
June 26
Yee
Susan
June 09
Graham
Myrna
June 09
Pawliw
Ernie
June 22
Youzwa
Patricia
June 09
Gunn
Ellen
June 23
Percy
Nicole
June 12
Zarzeczny
Ted
June 20
Halbwachs
Barry
June 16
Pletch
Robert
June 06
Zimmer
Dean
June 18
Hall
Jim
June 01
Reid
Les
June 25
Hamilton
Ben
June 20
Rendek
Dick
June 03
Hickling
Bob
June 17
Rever
Keith
June 14
Hogan
Barbara June 19
Richards
Kate
June 30
Holoboff-Avram Connor
June 17
Richardson
Rose
June 20
Hopson
Hayley
June 26
Ritchie
John
June 06
Huget
Gladys
June 27
Robbins
Ali
June 21
Hughes
Bob
June 01
Sanders
Garth
June 15
Hunter
Brad
June 11
Schmidt
Andy
June 02
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June 2012 Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat 1
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9-Hole Ladies' Lunch
Steak Night
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2
Ladies’ Welcome Back Tournament
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28
29
30
Ladies Golf Clinic by Mitch Zaba 5:30PM-6:30PM
10
11
New Member’s Evening
12
13
Steak Night
Wascana Mixed League
Ladies Golf Clinic by Mitch Zaba 5:30PM-6:30PM
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Father’s Day Dinner 5pm - 7pm
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20
Men’s Day Shotgun 3PM
Ladies Golf Clinic by Mitch Zaba 5:30PM-6:30PM
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25
26
Ladies' Canada Day Lunch & Tournament
27
Steak Night
Ladies Golf Clinic by Mitch Zaba 5:30PM-6:30PM
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