Happy May-Long Weekend!
/As the 2024 season has its “official” opening, here’s what’s new at SPGC
Sturgeon Point Golf Club has had one of its most successful - and busy! - May long-weekends on record.
But even before the Club opened for golf on April 19 a lot of people were working hard to complete renovations and essential improvements. Here’s a rundown of some of the biggest developments, as well as a look-ahead at upcoming events. At just a glance it’s easy to see that 2024 is shaping up to be a very busy 125th summer at SPGC.
Better Parking and Pleasant Sitting
One big change is obvious before you even tee off - our driving range parking lot has had a facelift! Goodbye pot holes, hello several tons of new crushed stone. Your vehicle’s suspension will thank us.
And as you make your way around the course we hope you’ll notice a major upgrade to the bench accommodations at each tee-box. Special thanks to club member Filipe Teixera for donating countless hours of his time to the task of this much-needed improvement. Thank you Filipe!
Something else you may have noticed as you visit the Club is an explosion of memberships. To date our memberships have pushed past the three hundred member-mark. This represents a ten percent increase over last year’s membership total.
So, if you’re a returning member, thanks for coming back, if you’re new - Welcome!
There’s a lot to enjoy at the Club this year, all of it ready as of the May-long.
The Pro-Shop is open
Some of us can break 100, some can’t. But what’s it matter if we don’t look great doing it?
A new lineup of hats, hoodies, shirts and accessories are available in the pro-shop, which gets its official opening this weekend. A wide range of styles in all sizes are on sale, including a line of SPGC 125th Anniversary gear. Check out the merchandise and find the style your game needs!
If you’re a member, don’t forget your 10% discount on all Pro-Shop merch.
Kitchen is ready for business
The May weekend also marked the opening of our new, expanded kitchen space with its full range of hot and cold snacks. Your favourite burger and fries are back and - of course! - you’ll want to try some of the many treats coming out of our smoker, which swings back into action for another delicious season.
Try our new Patio
The springtime renovations are now complete on Sturgeon Point Golf Club’s new brick patio. Overlooking the prettiest lake in the Kawarthas, the patio is the perfect place to recharge and relive your record breaking round. Hitting the bricks has never been more fun!
A special note of thanks to the estate of Rob Warren
Part of the challenge of running a not-for-profit golf club is the constant effort required to make every dollar count. That challenge was recently given some much welcomed relief in the form of a generous bequest in the name of Rob Warren. Rob was a childhood member of Sturgeon Point Golf Club and a lifelong golfer who continued his relationship with the club and its members long after he could no longer play. Rob’s generous gift will go a long way to help our club continue to offer a great experience on the course and around the clubhouse. The Board and Members together thank Rob and his family for their generosity.
A big summer is coming
With SPGC celebrating 125 years of great golf in our community, the Club is planning a number of events catering to players of all ages. Here are just a few you need to put in your calendar today!
Saturday June 8 - The Hickory Shaft Golf Tournament/Wine & Cheese Day
When you’re as old as we are, it’s important to remember your roots. With the help of the Golf Historical Society of Canada, the club is hosting an old-timey treat as a prelude to this year’s Wine & Cheese evening.
Teeing off at 11:30, participants will play a front nine using hickory shaft golf clubs and original “gutty” golf balls. (The back nine will be played with the same clubs and modern balls.) After 18 holes of time travel, the Wine and Cheese kicks off at five.
Whether you’re golfing or just “wining,” all are encouraged to wear their plus fours and straw boaters!
Information on how to register is coming soon.
Saturday, July 6 - The Jim Howard Classic & Gala
A great day of golf followed by dinner, dancing, and a not-to-be missed auction, all in the name of a good cause - raising money for your favourite golf course.
Tickets go on sale in June and always go fast. Stay tuned for details.
Sunday, August 11 - Rick Davis Day
This day is all about the kids, helping them learn the game and having fun while playing it. Make sure your youngsters are ready for a good time on this special Sunday and a lifetime of golf ahead of them.
August 21 - 25 - Championship Week
Every putt counts this week. No gimmes! No mulligans! No foolin’ around!
Championship Week is of the most hotly contested annual events in the history of the great game. (At least in our 125-year history.)
The week of competition starts on Wednesday and continues until the Sunday finale. Pick your competition and sign up for any of the a nine-hole senior championships for ladies and gents, or the ladies and men’s eighteen-hole tournaments.