November Newsletter

From the PresidentThe leaves are changing and the weather is cooling off as fall settles in. The last couple of weeks have been absolutely beautiful for playing golf. I don’t know any other golf course in the Texas panhandle that offers as much beauty as Canyon Country Club. Now, if we could get Mother Nature to cooperate and bring us some much needed rain that would be the icing on the cake.
With the coming of winter I would like to ask everyone to be more aware of your golf cart. Try to stay on the paths as much as possible. The Board of Directors is not making it mandatory (at this time) to remain on cart paths at all times, just making a suggestion. The less we drive on the fairway, the better our course will be next spring. I know I am guilty of still using the 90-degree rule at times, so I myself need to be a little more attentive when playing. If you are capable to walk a little further into the fairway, leave your cart on the path and lets all try to save our fairways for next spring.
The only other new business, is the nominating committee is talking to stock members to find individuals that would be willing to serve on the Board of Directors for the next few years. Elections are held during the upcoming stockholders annual meeting in January. If you are interested in serving on the board get with Casey, Courtney or let one of our current board members know.
Jerry Neufeld – President

Ladies Auxiliary
The Ladies Auxiliary will be decorating the club for Christmas on Saturday, November 20th at 2:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed to come and help out, we would love to see you all there.

The annual Christmas part will be held on Monday, December 6th. Please bring a covered dish and a $15.00 gift.
Annual Christmas Party
The annual Christmas Party will be December 11th at 6:00 p.m. Invitations will be mailed before Thanksgiving so keep your eye out for that in the mail.

From the Golf ShopTournament season is over. Hope everyone had a great golf season. Now that the grass is turning brown, remember that there are several things that you can do to help the course through the winter. Remember to sand all divots, repair your pitch marks on the greens, and to stay on the cart path for as long as you can. Cart compaction can have a direct effect of the quality of turf that we have in the spring. Remember to do these things to help Mikel keep our course looking great.

The Senior Partnership was held on October 9th & 10th. The weather was great both days. Here is a list of members who placed in the tournament.

First Flight - 3rd Place – Dan Luther and Joe Sanchez
Second Flight – 1st Place – Rick Dabney and Stan Price
2nd Place – Roger Senter and Dick Archer
Third Flight - 1st Place – Red Higginbotham and Pete Clay
2nd Place – David Stephenson and Rick Weitner
The 19-Man Shootout was held on October 17th. Javier Solis finished in first place (lasting 18 holes to come out on top). Cleve Gustin finished second, Roger Senter finished third, Stan Price in fourth, and Clarence Vaughn finished in fifth place. Great Playing Guys!

Hope everyone has a great holiday season, and don't forget to look for great deals in the shop around Christmas time.

Casey Renner is Moving OnI have accepted the Director of Golf Position at Palo Duro Creek Golf Club. This will be a great opportunity for me and my son. This was a hard decision to make, Canyon Country Club has been great for me and my family. I am proud to have worked with all of you and look forward to seeing you all soon. If you ever need anything from me, please don’t hesitate to call. Once again, thank you for allowing me to work and grow as a professional at your wonderful facility.

Course Closed on Thanksgiving DayCanyon Country Club will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th. We will re-open on Friday at 8:00 a.m.