“How did you get involved in this, anyway?” It’s a question that I am frequently asked. It’s not a sexy answer, but the truth is that I got curious about what was happening at Canal Shores, and so I showed up. Then I put my hand up and volunteered. Giving back to the game andContinue reading “THE ENTIRE JOURNEY ALONG THE SHORES”
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Journey Along the Shores – Part 18 (Annual Volunteer Recap)
‘Tis the season for giving thanks. My geeky heart is filled with gratitude for all of our volunteers who come out and give their time and labor to polish up this community golf gem of ours. Our primary focus in 2017 was on the south end of the property – the Metra Loop. We continueContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 18 (Annual Volunteer Recap)”
Field of Dreams – Peter Imber & Quogue Field Club
Benjamin Litman’s GolfClubAtlas article Timeless Golf at Quoque Field Club was a key contributor to the beginning of my love affair with 9-holers. I wasn’t sure about how exactly to pronounce the name (it is “kwahg”, by the way), but I was absolutely certain that I wanted to play the course. The chance to experience QuogueContinue reading “Field of Dreams – Peter Imber & Quogue Field Club”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 15b (Metra Corner Update)
After all of the improvements that we have made to the 15th hole, it is really shining right now. I took a quick walk this morning to grab final photos of the bunkers in the bright summer sunshine to complete this update on our work on #15. The larger Metra Corner Makeover project (as outlinedContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 15b (Metra Corner Update)”
Creative Range – An Interview with Architect Mike Benkusky
In 2015, when I heard about the innovative planned changes to the Arlington Lakes community golf course, my interest was piqued. When I found out that the architect responsible was also involved in the creation of one of the highest end private courses in the midwest, I was downright intrigued. In June 2015, Mike Benkusky wasContinue reading “Creative Range – An Interview with Architect Mike Benkusky”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 16 (Super Changes)
There is only one constant in life – change. Life at Canal Shores is no different. The course continues to evolve, as do our plans for its future. This season, those plans changed when we learned that our team was not going to be the same. Tom Tully, our Superintendent, decided to relocate to Colorado.Continue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 16 (Super Changes)”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 15a (Metra Corner Makeover)
Our generous volunteers and donors helped us complete pilot projects along Sheridan Road at our north end (6th hole) and on Central Ave in our middle (12th hole). We are grateful for their support and dedication. Our attention has now shifted to the south end of the property, or what we call the “Metra Corner”. ThisContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 15a (Metra Corner Makeover)”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 14a (The Power of Volunteers)
The contributions that our volunteers make to Canal Shores continues to warm my heart and blow my mind. In the fall of last year, among various off-season projects, we decided to rework bunkers and clean up around our 12th green. That little project has become something much cooler, and it is all because of ourContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 14a (The Power of Volunteers)”