Simon's Corner
Last month we ran a photo contest guessing exactly where on our course this picture of Simon and his friend Bert was taken during their recent round of golf.
With no winner yet, we are extending the same contest into May. So to win a great prize, all you have to do is be the first one to correctly guess the exact location on our course that Simon and Bert took this picture together.
Post your guess on our Greenacres Facebook page to win a prize!
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There are often a few fun, interesting, inspirational or just downright entertaining golf stories, pictures or videos floating around out there in the good old interweb. Our crack golf team here at Greenacres provides you a link to at least one of those great golf stories or videos every month within our newsletter.
This month's link is from an episode of ESPN's Sport Science series where they bring Dustin Johnson and Bubba Watson into the lab and breakdown the science behind the two distinctly different ways they hit the ball further off the tee. While we may never hit the ball as long as either of these two we can still learn a lot about our swings, and be in awe of those that play this sport for a living.
Enjoy!
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The Pace of Play Conundrum
-by Derek JJ Whipple Professional Golfer | Coach Instruction
With the recent slow play penalty being imposed on 14 year old Tianlang Guan at this year's Masters Tournament, it brings the issue of proper pace of play into the forefront of many golfers' minds.
We are constantly riddled with the odium of slow play. The players in front always seem to be waggling for hours, strolling rather than walking, choosing the wrong clubs repeatedly, and playing sort of a funeral game of ping-pong, on and around, the greens.
However, there are also times where the pace of play for some groups is overly quick, which can put some undeserved pressure on the group ahead.
To learn more about how we as golfers can be more aware and better navigate through the storm of poor pace of play click here.
Golfingly,
The Whip
*For more information on the Rules of Golf, Pace of Play, and the game of golf, please see your local golf professional.
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April showers bring May Flowers!!!
This timely saying seems to be holding true for the many poetic views around Greenacres Golf Course. Most of the trees and flowers have been returning to full bloom after a fantastic start to spring.
With this beautiful season of growth and renewal upon us, it gives us great pleasure to provide our members and guests a true sensation of serenity, comfort and relaxation during their visit. So whether you are planning a round of golf, wanting to participate in our weekly league play, attending a banquet or an event, or if you are simply in the mood for some fine dining in a wonderful atmosphere, be sure to join us. And remember to bring a friend because everyone is welcome here at Greenacres!
With our Mother's Day Brunch and the May Long Weekend just around the corner make sure to check our website, Facebook & Twitter for all up-to-date info!
Sincerely,
The Team at Greenacres Golf Course
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Mother's Day at Greenacres
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Sunday May 12, 2013
$25/person $16/seniors $10/children
Two Seatings | 11:00 am & 1:00 pm
Brunch Menu
Assorted muffins, Danish and rustic breads
Mixed valley greens with assorted dressings
Classic Caesar salad with house made croutons
Thai noodle salad
Tomato and bocconcini salad
Grilled vegetable display
Prime rib on carvery with peppercorn jus
Roast chicken with a wild mushroom demi
Grilled salmon with a sweet & sour sauce
Yukon gold mashed potato
Seasonal veg. medley
Eggs benedict
Scrambled eggs
Bacon, sausage and ham
Belgium waffles with Chantilly cream and fruit
Marinated mussels in the half shell
Prawn cocktail
Smoked salmon
Fresh fruit display
Assorted cheese board
Assorted cakes, pastries, squares and cookies
For reservations please call 604.273.1121 ext. 107
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2013 PEAK Season Passes Prove Popular
The introduction of our PEAK Season golf passes have been a HUGE success! We'd like to welcome all of our newest PEAK pass members to our Greenacres family. It is truly great to see you all out golfing on a regular basis.
As golfers ourselves, we here at Greenacres are very exited that we are able to provide such a fantastic pass at such an incredible price. It has been a great way to enhance your golf experience for what is already the best value for golf in the entire Lower Mainland.
These unlimited, unrestricted PEAK Season golf passes are still available for sale, so for those of you that are wanting to save money on golf this spring and summer, please stop by the golf shop and get the low down!
PEAK Season Passes
New PEAK Season Single $1750 + tax (Apr 1-Sep 30)
New PEAK Season Couples $2950 + tax (Apr 1-Sep 30)
New PEAK Season Senior $1550 + tax (Apr 1-Sep 30)
Contact the Golf Shop or click here for more details.
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5th Annual
Par Fore The Cause
Golf Tournament
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Please join us for a fun round of golf,
dinner and a silent auction on
Wednesday, June 12th, 2013
11:00 am Registration
1:00 pm Shotgun Start
For further details, please ask one of our
friendly Greenacres Team Members
or click here.
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Beer Marinated Ribs
Ingredients
5lbs pork back ribs
2 tbsp garlic powder
2tbsp onion powder
1tbsp ground pepper
1tbsp salt
2tbsp sugar
3 (12oz.) bottles of beer (any beer will do)
Directions
1. Mix dry ingredients thoroughly in a bowl
2. Rub seasoning on each rack of ribs (both sides), place in a roasting pan
3. Pour beer over ribs, cover with plastic wrap. Marinade for 5 hours
4. Drain marinade, save and set aside
5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
6. Place ribs in oven, cook for 1 hour
7. Pull ribs out, pour saved marinade over ribs, cover with foil and bake for another 2.5 hours
8. Remove ribs from pan, place on grill over medium heat, baste ribs with favorite sauce
Serve with your choice of side and enjoy!
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Sun & Fun In Richmond
With the warm weather upon us our patio is now open for the season. Come and enjoy a great meal from our award winning kitchen, or just relax with your favorite beverage on the best patio in Richmond!
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Looking for a great, affordable location to run your next meeting or event?
GA's banquet rooms are available to book no matter the size of your group. Whether it is a business meeting, a special luncheon, or a wedding reception, Greenacres has you covered.
With very competitive rates and an outstanding menu, GA provides exceptional value for your next event!
Please contact us at 604.273.1121 ext 106 or visit our website to find out more details!
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Spring Rates Are Here
With our aeration completed in early April, the better spring weather emerging, and with the days getting noticeably longer our Spring Rates are now here!
Weekday Weekend
Regular $35 $44
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2013 GA Ladies FUN League
Are you looking for an enjoyable, highly affordable weekly golf experience? If so, come join our Greenacres Ladies FUN League, a non-competitive weekly golf league for ladies only!
The Greenacres Ladies FUN League runs every Tuesday during the spring and summer months, from May 7th until September 24th.
The 2013 Opening Day is scheduled to be an enjoyable afternoon of golf, fellowship, fun, appies and drinks (and great weather, fingers crossed). It promises to be a very exciting opening day!!
There is still room in the 2013 FUN League so remember to sign up right away. 9 or 18 holes of golf, fun games, weekly contests and prizes, golf trivia as well as post-round dinner and drinks are all a part of the experience. The 2013 FUN League dues for new members is $50 for the season.
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2013 GA Tuesday Ladies
The Greenacres Tuesday Ladies officially started their 2013 season with their first Fun Game of the season.
The "Ryder Cup Challenge" was a huge success with Blue Team (International) beating the Red Team (Canada). Congratulations to all players who came out in great color fashion! One of this month's main events is a Match Play Tournament on May 21.
A warm welcome goes out to all returning members and a special welcome back to Carol Ewald, who has rejoined the Greenacres Tuesday Ladies this year. We extend an invitation to all past members to come out and see the many exciting changes made at Greenacres.
The Greenacres Tuesday Ladies will be playing weekly until October 22nd so it isn't too late to join up. The 2013 club dues are $140 for the season.
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2013 GA Men's Club
The Greenacres Men's Club opened their 2013 season on March 30th and 31st with an exciting Skins Madness event that was hotly contested, followed by four weeks of team and singles competitions. May is shaping up to be another month of exciting play.
The Men's Club would like to extend a warm welcome to its two newest members, John Truscott and Clint Maurer.
With a number of different, weekly competitions the Men's Club enjoys a rich schedule of events including Skins play, Singles play, Stableford scoring, 2 Man Teams, 4 Man Teams, Tournaments, Cup play and Monthly Medal play.
The 2013 Men's Club dues are $160 for the season.
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Ground Under Repair
"They say golf is like life, but don't believe them. Golf is more complicated than that."
-Gardner Dickinson
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