“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)”
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)”
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 14b (More Volunteer Power)
What a difference a year makes. In my previous JATS post, I shared about the efforts of a group of our volunteers – the NSCDS Boys. They, along with dozens of other volunteers, contributed hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to the successful completion of our makeover of the 12th green complex. The CanalContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 14b (More Volunteer Power)”
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)”
Desert Days – Sand Hollow, Paiute Wolf & Wolf Creek
Las Vegas is a regular destination for me. My work has taken me there at least fifteen times. With the exception of one trip that I took to get a lesson from Butch Harmon, golf has not been a part of my Las Vegas experience. That changed this week when I decided to see whatContinue reading “Desert Days – Sand Hollow, Paiute Wolf & Wolf Creek”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 13 (4 Course Concept Revisited)
Our Lead Architect David Zinkand has completed his Preliminary Design of the new Canal Shores (below), bringing to life the 4 Course Concept that we have been discussing. It has certainly come a long way since the idea’s inception. This design is considered preliminary, rather than final, for several reasons: We are committed to continuingContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 13 (4 Course Concept Revisited)”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 12 (Good Geeky Fun)
Yesterday was one of the best golf days I have ever had. With a little nudge from some of the members of GolfClubAtlas, Pat Goss and I put together a day for good, geeky golf fun. It began with an outing for the Honourable Company of Reverse Jans Golfers, and ended with a Gathering ofContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 12 (Good Geeky Fun)”