2010 Newsletter
President’s Message,
As I drove up to the club to see how the new construction is going, I look to where the old
clubhouse sat and was reminded of all the good times had there. The patio on a warm summer
day was a great gathering place to talk about your game and take in the scenery. There is a part
of me that will always miss the old place. However, with progress comes change and I am
confident more good times will be had overlooking the eighteenth green and the bay.
This being said, I received plenty of compliments from those who visited the club this winter. A
great deal of work was done since last fall to get the clubhouse ready for the 2010 golf season.
Although, things seem to be a bit paced with the anticipation of an early season, we hope to have the building ready for the first of May.
Even though the clubhouse project took a lot of attention we have not forgotten the course. Over
the last few years we had numerous improvements in the quality of the greens and overall
course condition, water dam reconstruction and improved drainage system. Hopefully, the last
major drainage issues will be addresses this spring and we can move on to other course projects.
At the last semi-annual meeting there was a concern raised about the mowing heights of tees,
rough, fairways and greens. Over the winter we met with other clubs to see how they handle the
heights of different cuts the result being some adjustments will be made to improve the
playability for all.
As we look forward to a new golfing season I would like to thank the Board Members both past and present, volunteers, staff, sponsors and you the members for all your support and hard work over the years. It is with great pleasure, on behalf of the Board and myself that we invite all members and guests to a Sunday brunch on May 16 starting at 9am to view the new clubhouse and celebrate imaginative beginnings.
Enjoy the golf season with family, friends and guests.
The Board has been meeting throughout the winter planning for the 2010 golf season for you. We hope to make this year the best ever. Here is what is happening.
This year there will be no discount for early payment on membership dues. All membership dues will be collected at the Pro Shop starting in early May. Please note: All dues must be paid in full prior to playing. (For members who need arrangements to pay their dues please check with a Board member.)
2010 Dues Structure
Mens $575.22 Plus Tax
Ladies $575.22 Plus Tax
Seniors (over 80yrs) $353.98 Plus Tax
Students $265.49 Plus Tax
Juniors $154.87 Plus Tax
Family $1250.00 Plus Tax
Associate $50.00 Plus Tax
MEMBERSHIP DAY – SUNDAY MAY 16
Pay your dues by cash or cheque no later than May 16 and have your name entered to win your membership back (Value $575.00) and others prizes. A brunch will be held on May 16 from 9–1pm.Winners will be drawn at 1:30 pm
Corporate Dues will be offered at a cost of $1250.00 plus tax. A corporate membership includes the following: one adult membership, a 30 round cart package, any combination of 10 green fees/cart rental, a $200.00 bar tab plus your business will be advertised inside the clubhouse. Note: if the corporate member already owns a registered private cart, additional green fee/cart passes will be substituted to the value of the cart package.
For those of you that have private carts, your cart license and storage fees will not be increasing this year. Please see pricing below.
2010 Cart license and storage fees
License $61.95 plus tax
Storage $79.65 plus tax
If you plan to rent, cart rental fees will remain the same for the 2010 season. Please see below for the complete price list.
2010 Cart Rental rates
60 Rounds/18 holes $540.00 Plus Tax
30 Rounds/18 holes $350.00 Plus Tax
40 Rounds/9 holes $300.00 Plus Tax
Please note: Each time a cart is taken out it counts as a round.
For the 2010 golf season green fees also stay the same.
Green Fees 18 Holes $32.74 Plus Tax
Green Fees 9 Holes $23.89 Plus Tax
MEMBERS AND CART OWNERS PLEASE NOTE! If you should fall ill or become injured during the 2010 golf season and have paid your dues, please inform the Board in writing as soon as possible. Your dues will be pro-rated and credited for the following season from date the letter was received.
If you own a cart and have no intention of joining the club, due to an illness or other legitimate reason, please let the Board of Directors know in writing prior to June 1/2010. We need this information, if you wish to use the grandfather clause and maintain your cart privileges. Thank You.
2010 Calendar of Activities
From the time of the official opening of the Club, usually the beginning of June, through the month of October; Tuesday is "Ladies' Day", Wednesday is "Men's Night" and Thursday is "Junior's Day".
The club encourages all members to participate in club events. Not only does it make it more enjoyable for those who put on the tournament, it is a way to meet new members and get involved in the social aspect of the club.
Please take note of the following tournaments dates for 2010.
• Clubhouse Grand Opening June 6 (scramble format)
• Three Man Scramble July 10 – 11.
• Men’s Senior July 15
• Ladies Field Day July 17
• Mixed Tournament July 24
• Club Championship Sponsored by Restigouche Toyota August 14 - 15
• North Shore August 26
• Bruce & Patsy Wellman Invitational September 11 - 12
• Closing Tournament September 26
Just a few more dates to keep in mind.
• May 18 Semi-annual spring meeting. To be held at the clubhouse. Time 7pm
• October 26 Semi-annual fall meeting. To be held at the Clubhouse. Time 7pm
Men’s night will continue under the same format as last year, offering the same great suppers and prizes. The cost will remain the same as last year $15.00 to participate. If paid in advance for the summer, a foursome can have their choice of a tee time men’s night. See Charles Arsenault for details.
Two free clinics per month will be offered for the months of June, July, and August: One for female, the other for male members. See Hedley in the spring for more details.
The Board would like to thank the corporate members and all sponsors for their continued support!
You can keep up with the latest news around the golf course by visiting our web site at www.restigouchegolf.com. This site is updated on a regular base.
To all our members and guests we wish you and yours a healthy and happy summer. Hope to see you on the golf course.
Until then
Good golfing
Your Board of Directors