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| 2008 Calendar of Events |
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July 2008 |
| 7.18.08 |
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GLMRD Board Workshop/Meeting |
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| 7.20.08 |
Dusk |
Glow Ball Golf Night |
Golf Course |
| 7.22.08 |
11am shotgun |
Rally For the Cure |
Golf Course |
| Mon - Thur |
7:30am-5:30pm |
High Mountain Adventure Summer Camp Begins |
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| Fridays |
8:00am-5:00pm |
Summer Friday Flings |
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District News
Grand Lake Metropolitan Recreation District held elections on May 6, 2008 for two board member seats. The results are as follows; Don Summers-113, John Gould-100, Kevin Leppke-81, Jeffery Hauk-59 and Josef Nesvara-18. With the return of John Gould and our newest board member Don Summers we are looking forward to a fantastic year. Congratulations and Thank You, to all who volunteered and dedicated their time and talents, to the prosperity of GLMRD.
Now Open: Walking & Biking Dog Friendly Trails
Grand Lake Metropolitan Recreation District has developed new scenic mountain biking and hiking trails on the recreation district land. Single track trails will wind through fun and exciting terrain, with vistas of the three lakes, Colorado
River, and wetlands with wild flowers.
Phase I: NOW OPEN! Currently being developed by local mountain bike riders and hikers. Almost 5 miles of trails open at the end of July. Most trails allow dogs. Parking lot at the trailhead is currently being constructed.
Phase II and III: working to create a network of 20 to 30 miles of trails. As trails develop, viewing areas with picnic tables will be created.
Trailhead/Parking: Take U.S. Hwy 34 North toward Rocky Mountain National Park and Grand Lake. Go past the entrance to the town of Grand Lake, approx. 1/4 mile, turn left on County Road 48. Follow signs to Grand Lake Golf
Click here for the Trails brochure . . .
Golf News
With the typical spring weather of the Rockies, coupled with continual late snowfalls we saw some delays in the ever anticipated opening, of the golf course. But, we are happy to announce that the golf course opened Memorial day weekend for the 2008 summer season.
 Bill Winfield has resigned to pursue other avenues in his career, and will be surely missed, we wish him the best with all his new endeavors.
Don Campbell will continue to be the PGA professional and take over Bill's responsibilities for this season as the Director of Golf. He is looking forward to a new season and welcomes fresh ideas. Please feel free to contact him at 627-8008 or donc@grandlakerecreation.com
Tournament News
The Annual ISC (Independent Sports Club) Charity Tournament was held on June 21. With perfect weather that day, the event was a great success. Proceeds from the event go to help local Grand County athletes to participate in sports camps and events they might not be able to otherwise attend without the ISC financial support. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Upcoming Tournaments - Don't miss the two upcoming golf tournaments at GLMRD:
Glow Ball Golf Night :: July 20
Entry Fee: $25 per player
Format: 4 Player Alternate
Shot (9 holes only)
Time: At Dark
Contact: (970)627-8008
Rally For the Cure :: July 22
Charity Benefit: Breast Cancer Foundation
Entry Fee: $80 ($42 passholders)
Format: 4 player Scramble
Time: 11 am Shotgun
Contact: Coni (970)627-8335
Rally for the Cure, in partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Golf For Women magazine, is a grassroots program dedicated to spreading awareness in the fight to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease. Rally brings the breast cancer awareness message to active women and men, and its events provide the platform for special fundraising opportunities for Komen for the Cure.
Grand Mountain Bank :: September 5
Charity Benefit: Food Drive
Entry Fee: $100
Format: 4 player Scramble
Time: TBA
Contact: (970)627-9500
Poncho & Lefty's Golf Tournament :: September 13 & 14
(formerly the Lariat)
Charity Benefit: Grand Lake Trail Groomers Association
Entry Fee: $200 per player
($102: 7 day pass holders)
Format: 4 player Scramble
(only one Player below 10 handicap)
Time: 10 am Shotgun
Contact: Bob (970)627-8773
Grand Lake Golf Course Promotions
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
7:00 - 8:00 am | 18 holes: $37* w/cart
*Must present coupon with foursome: Click for printable coupon
Expires August 30, 2008
Daily Special: $10 Greens Fee
Walking only, after 6:00 pm
Are you a local golfer? Don't miss the discounted rates you can take advantage of with the District Card or County Resident promotions. See the Golf Course > Promotions & Packages page for details.
Do you know about the variety of online resources featuring promotions and special pricing at the Grand Lake Golf Course?
Did you know you can make your tee time reservation online?
Make Your Online Tee Time Reservations Now
General Recreation News
High Mountain Adventure Summer Day Camp
Our summer program involves three age appropriate camps. Ages 5-7, "Cubs"; ages 8-10, "Explorers"; and the specialized camps for ages 8-12. Age appropriate programs have been created to ensure a memorable summer experience. Our goal is to provide a safe, action-packed program filled with variety, fun and adventure. On Fridays we offer our Friday Flings open to children ages 5-12.
For more details visit the General Recreation > Summer Camps & Programs section of the website or call Lisa at 531-2362.
Maintenance Department
Allen Brown CGCS, Golf Course Superintendent reports "Although we had a slow start with all the winter and  spring snows, summer is here and the golf course is coming along quite nicely. With the spring cultivation projects behind us the maintenance staff is now focusing on manicuring and grooming the golf course. In addition to this we are continuing the clean up work in the forested areas, removing logs and slash as well as removing and grinding stumps working towards getting these areas ready to reseed."
Restaurant News
Laurie Blecich at the Sly Fox reports "Layne, and Marilyn are back for another summer. We have some new items on our menu this year, we hope you'll enjoy. The Sly Fox is now open, serving from 7am to 3pm. Looking forward to seeing all of my pals, so hurry back! See you @ The Sly Fox!"
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