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Hi folks, Just starting my second golf year, and as my game is getting a bit better, I'm starting to think about playing in tournaments. The trouble is, I have no idea where to find one. I'm not a club member, so no official handicap. Any thoughts/suggestions on how to get into tournament play?...

Pro Golf Discount, located at Kirkwood at Carling, is a hidden gem as far as golf stores in Ottawa. When you buy a new set of clubs, the fitting is free! And with a big purchase like that, you become a VIP member and can compile 5% of each purcase toward another (like points). Since I'm a beginner...

One of the most important and meaningful items in my life went missing, or got stolen yesterday! When going for a little practice at Keven Hamies Golf Centre, I left my bag over by the range area as I went to practice some chipping and putting. I took my two wedges and my putter with me.. and...

Just wondering if anyone is playing at Cataraqui this saturday in the field day. Carpool would be cool.... Let me know. Cheers.

Last Monday, Victoria Day, I had the pleasure of playing a round of golf at Le Maitre in Mont Tremblant. While I am not as well travelled as some on this board, this golf course is clearly the best course I have ever played. While I do not like the artificial, bull-dozed golf courses like The...

As you know this rumour has been around for 3 years (it seems like it's been around before they even opened). As you can imagine it gets a little frustrating for all involved at Stonebridge (staff and customers) regarding this persistent rumour. A year or so ago I posted saying that I was...

Went to the Rockcliffe driving range last night and was very dissappointed. The facility is okay, good matts, nice and quiet, range isn't very long, only about 215 yards but thats fine for irons and paying attention to direction off woods instead of distance. The big problem, garbage balls! I'd...

I was playing a round of golf this weekend with a few buddies and we ended up with a single joining our group. I would play my shot and walk to where the ball should have been but it was nowhere to be found. Coincedently the single had walked past where it should have been so I aske if he had seen...

I'll be in town for the 05-06 June weekend. Looking for a game on Sunday early morning. If anyone is looking, let me know. I was looking to go to Eagle Creek or something of the like; if it's in good shape. Thanks Seb

I was driving through Bells Corners yesterday and saw they had a sign up saying Going out of Business Sale, up to 75% off. Has anybody been there yet? If so, how are the deals? Thanks.

See this link to the new Aeroplan rewards including a free round of golf at Eagle Creek: https://rewards.aeroplan.com/TPF/ParticipantMain.asp?q=&key=0BEE88B33FBFCDAD61151B2EC8C8A84FD0C1D14BC733443F13D420FD9C61EEF884A2C786326A2F0D You can also do a sort on Golf to find more golf rewards... ...

Played Talon this afternoon is a howling wind. A couple of greens were spotty along with some fring areas. The rough has to grow in, but all things considered it is in better shape than Predator was on opening day. It's got a bit more bite than Predator, tighter fairways, more water in play,...

Does any one know a good place where i could get lessons, perferably by a left-handed instructor??

Anybody know if this course is open? If it is, has anybody played it? How is the design and the conditions?

I was thinking of getting a new set of irons, just wondering if anyone knows a good clubfitter ?? Also I have been playing for a few years now and I have no idea on how to get my handicap .... If anyone has suggestions that would be great

Okay, I think I've calmed down enough to get this off of my chest. I played at Stonebridge yesterday (Monday) and shot my worst round in 20 years, 44-47 for a Gods honest 91. I hit a grand total of 6 fairways and 4 greens. You could have fried an egg on top of my head. I'm not blowing my own...

I'm playing this course on Tuesday and was wondering has anybody played it. How is the course and any "inside" information would be grateful. Thanks. http://www.golflechallenger.com/en/accueil.htm

I played Nation April 09. The fairways were dry, however the thawing created all these little craters in the fairways. I hope they flatten out when the ground thaws. FYI: They filled in the fairway bunker on 10 with sod, so no need to worry about that pesky hazard. :)

WOW! Just got back from Falcon Ridge, man was it WINDY!!! Anybody else have windy conditions out there? It was at least 3 clubs more today! But better than golf in December here :)

I have read and heard mention of coupon books for green fee discounts. Anyone know where I can get one? Thanks

I played a round at Emerald Links this afternoon (18 holes, west course then the east course); The group in front of us was a little slower than us but it was a nice day and of course being a Saturday afternoon you can expect that it will back up a little. However on the 6th east green...

This really happened. In the recent OVGA Match Play Qualifying round at Mississppi our threesome arrived at the 5th tee, looked down the fairway which doglegs slightly to the right, and saw no-one. My fellow competitor then hit his tee shot and then I hit mine. As I looked up to follow the ball...

Hey All, Just quick summary of the golf-a-thon that the Rotary Club hosted to raise money for the new Respite Home that will be built for kids and adults with disablities. The event was held at Emerald Links (thanks to Gibb) on Monday 7 June 2004, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Over $41,000 was...

Graham Gunn is a teaching Pro at the OAC in the wintertime and is also the Pro at Carleton Yacht and Golf Club. http://www.cangolf.com/fullstory.php?id=2621 Graham is going to the sectional qualifier in early June in NY. It would be amazing to se Graham qualifies. :cool Let's cheer him...

Hi, I was wondering if anyone has any experience organizing a tournament for work at any golf courses in the Ottawa area. Which course has the best rates for golf tournaments. I am looking to have one that includes a meal at the end for a reasonable price. Any suggestions would be helpful. ...

In conjunction with our Volvo Golf Challenge on Friday, June 11, 2004 Greensmere will make it a fun day and raise money for CHEO. $10.00 charge goes directly to CHEO. LOTS OF PRIZES. Money raised from silent auction items also go to CHEO. Come out and see “The King” riding his Rolls Royce golf...

Anyone looking for a game today? PM me if your interested, I have no tee time, anywhere close by is good (I'm downtown) Das

In case nobody said it yet... thanks for creating this particular forum for the many of us from the Montreal area. Cheers.

how many rounds of golf has everyone played so far this year? i've only got in 6, but will prob get around 60 this season

I'm to the point where I don't think I will golf Vaudreuil anymore. Especially not on weekends. Last weekend I went. It took almost 3 hours to golf the front nine. What's more, it's such a tight course that it seems all you hear all day long is "fore" with golf balls dropping all around you. ...

Hey guys, Anyone played there lately??? I might try it tonight... Any opinions??? How's the conditions??? Thx J-F

Been going to the 19th tee for years, just dont feel that they are doing anything to keep themselves up to modern driving range conditions. I think that the grass areas need alot of work, also maybe putting more targets in the range would do wonders. Nothing against the range love the staff just...

Casselman is more of an Ottawa region course isn't it? I have two free passes. Received them as a gift. Who's played it, and is it nice?

Hi. My friend and I are hosting a mini-tournament on a weekend amongst our old friends and will likely come up with about 3 groups of 4 (12 people). We're wondering if there are any half decent courses around here that might offer a nice package for 18 holes, cart and dinner for about $60 or...

If you havent been there yet, GO. The course is in immaculate condition and the grenns are superb. We had a 7:44am tee time and they were actually ahead of time. they were calling our name on the first tee a full 12-15 min. early. I have played Pakenham for many many years now and never have the...

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Okay, hopefully you guys can help me out. My friend from NB is coming down this weekend, and I am trying to figure out where to book a tee time. Since this time of the year I am always trying new courses, that I have not played..I am again going to take him somewhere we have both never been. I...

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Anybody aware of the current conditions of the Falcon in Hudson... Normally worth the trip, but is ist open and in reasonable shape ?

Has anyone played Cedar glen yet? I am planning on heading there to play a round this weekend and just wanted to know if it was worth the drive.

Played Stonebridge today as a "practice" round for the Citizen tournament, and I must say that after ripping the course last year for its poorly designed greens, I gained some appreciation for the unique challenge that it presents. While some of the slopes and possible pin positions are still a...

I am playing there on Father's day and was wondering what kind of shape the course is in, especially the greens. They are often very fast by June and skating rinks by July. Thanks :cool

Anyone been to cartier lately? how are the greens?

I have family coming to stay in the fall and they were hoping to stay at a hotel on a golf course, or with one nearby. I'm not much of a golfer (yet) and don't know the area well. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.

Played this course in the OVGA Seniors yesterday and was very impressed with its condition. SF is seldom mentioned on this forum as a place to play but it is a good course for a leisurely round of golf. They have spent a lot of money recently improving the club house, fixing up the tees,...

Has anyone played the Champlain recently? I purchased passes from promo321.com and got a free pass and a two for one pass for 4 courses, Champlain is the only one I haven't played yet this year and heard that it wasn't in good condition.