May 2010 Newsletter

From the President:

With the snow finally gone and winter a distant memory, we had a fairly descent month in March. We had nearly 700 rounds played in March, up considerably from February but still down from March of 2009. We are hoping the economy is turning around and that the weather will be conducive for more golf. There is not a lot to report from the board except we are ready for some spring weather and hopefully lots and lots of income.
I want to say THANK YOU to Rhonda Stephenson and Kay Reynolds for tackling the painting project in the restaurant. I need to mention some others that had a big part in the new paint job, Ron Reynolds, David Stephenson and Roger Senter. Thanks also go to the Ladies Auxiliary for buying the paint.
The board went into great discussion about was the pace of play and the need for marshals and/or starters on the course especially on weekends. Casey is working on some options with some of our retired members to see if we can work out some type of bargain with them. With that being said, a couple of weeks ago we had a very busy Saturday and the course got backed up. Some of the blame came from some green fee players, the other half of that blame unfortunately is with our own members. I understand the frustration with slow play, but when you play the front nine holes in 1 ½ hours because you’re the first ones out and want to make the turn with no delay, then get mad cause your back nine takes 2 to 2 ½ hours. Some of that responsibility comes back to you. I know the course belongs to the members, but we need to a little more understanding when trying to make the turn. There may be times that your groups get separated on the turn, but that is just the price we have to pay for being a 9-hole course.
As for as our daily fee players, so far they are responsible for putting nearly $9,000 in our accounts since the first of the year, and that is with us being closed nearly all of February. There is absolutely no way we can afford to exist without our daily fee players.
We would like to encourage everyone to call and make tee times and stick to them. As members we can make tee times a week in advance, leaving daily players to call on Friday to get what’s left for Saturday’s and Sunday’s. We need their income so we if are not needing some tee times let the Pro Shop know so they can fill it in with others. By doing so it keeps us from having to raise our monthly fees.
Since there are members that would like Canyon CC to be totally private, then I encourage you to help recruit new members so we have enough income to be totally private.
Jerry Neufeld - President

From the Golf Shop
It was nice to see our golf course being played on for a change. What a winter we had. Merchandise is rolling in with the latest and greatest equipment. Is it time for a new driver? Come to talk to me or any of my staff and we can fill you in with what you may need. I also have the latest hybrids and golf balls. Now is the time to make an equipment change so that you can fully enjoy your new stick through the summer. May is a busy month here so be sure to check the calender and also the Latest News Bulletin on the front page of the web site (canyontxcountryclub.com).

ATO Golf Scramble
The golf course will be closed the morning of Saturday, May 1st, for the ATO Golf Scramble. We will re-open around 1:30 for regular play.

Ladies Guest Day
Ladies Guest Day is scheduled for May 6th. All ladies are invited to play in this event. We will have a 9:00 shotgun start with a meal following play. There will also be a light breakfast in the morning before play. This is a great event, all of our ladies get to show our great golf course to other women from around the panhandle.

High School Fundraiser Day/Night Tournament
The Canyon High School Golf Team Fundraiser Day/Night Tournament in scheduled for Friday, May 14th. Please be aware that the Friday Night Scramble is scheduled for that Thursday, May 13th.

Bucks & Does
The Bucks & Does Couples Scramble will be held on May 22nd and 23rd. All couples are invited to play. There will be a morning and afternoon shotgun start on both days. There will be a meal following play on Saturday for both the morning and afternoon shotguns. Cost for the tournament will be $120 per team plus the cost of a cart. This event is always fun so come on out.

Members Scrambles
The scrambles have started and are in full gear. This is a great way to meet new members and have a lot of fun with the ones you already know. Remember, the scrambles start at 6:00 and the deadline to sign-up is 4:00. The dates for the scrambles are:
May 7 – Friday
May 13th – Thursday
May 28th – Friday

Ladies Auxiliary News
Wednesday's Ladies Night is in full swing. Remember all ladies in the auxiliary are invited to play. Call in by 4:00 on Wednesday and let us know if you plan to eat so that Teresa can have a good head count. Come on out on Wednesday and enjoy the fun.

The Ladies still have raffle tickets available for the $500 gift card. These tickets will be on sale until September 3rd. Don't miss out to not only help out the Auxiliary (who do so much for the club) but a great chance to win.

Kay Reynold is the director for CCC for the Hi-Plains Ladies Play Days. The Ladies play the 2nd Wednesday of every month from April to October at different courses in our area. Cost to join the Hi-Plains Association is $15 and the cost to play that Wednesday is $35 (includes fees, carts, and lunch). Call Kay Reynolds for more information.