Last week, I mentioned that I would update everyone on some of the meetings we have scheduled at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. At various times, we’ll be meeting with members of different PGAs from around the world, from Australia, South Africa and Europe, mostly for idea-sharing and networking. They’ll all be individual meetings, […]
It Will Be A Busy Week For The PGA Of Canada With The Industry Gathered At The PGA Merchandise Show
I’ll be in Orlando this week for the PGA Merchandise Show and it promises to be a lot different than what I’ve become accustomed to in the past when I was working at different golf courses. When I’ve been to the show in the past, I’ve kept a busy and long schedule, but this […]
I Expect A Few Rough Spots In The Transition To Legalized Marijuana
I have a feeling that after July 1, there will be complaints from people if golfers are smoking marijuana, even if it will be legal at that point. Just because something changes, it doesn’t mean people are okay with it. There are still people who don’t appreciate drinking on the golf course, either. People have […]
We Need To Know Rules Of Engagement For Legalized Pot Sooner Rather Than Later
We have yet to receive any communique or direction, etc., about the legalized use of marijuana, which kicks in July 1. The government is very specific when it comes to the serving of alcohol on the golf course. For example, the beverage person has to be trained through Smart Serve and they must open the […]
Mickelson National Is Beginning To Look Like A Finished Product
We’ve had a great fall in Calgary and a great growing season, which has been an important factor in the development of Mickelson National. We’ve got eight holes seeded, which is fantastic because there are a lot of moving parts, such as working with developers, who are great to deal with, and putting together […]
Gary Bernard’s Tenure As PGA Of Canada CEO Was A Positive One
I’d just like to offer my thanks to Gary Bernard, who has retired as CEO of the PGA of Canada for the great job he did during his tenure. I’ve worked nationally and been on the boards of the Ontario and Alberta zones and I’ve witnessed the work he’s done over the years. Fifteen years […]
People Will Be Unsure Of A Lower Blood-Alcohol Limit, Which Will Affect Food And Beverage Business
If the legal blood-alchol limit is lowered from 0.08 to 0.05, it is bound to have an effect on business. As it is now, I think people generally go on a one drink per hour rate and that, of course, depends on how alcohol affects each individual, but if 0.08 was one drink per hour, […]
Alberta Golf Is Getting A Winning Combination Of Great Weather And Improving Economy
The golf industry in Alberta got what it wanted this summer. We’ve discussed the soggy July we had last year, how it rained every day of the Calgary Stampede except for maybe the final day. This year, it’s completely different. July has been glorious and the temperatures have been warm. Not only do we get […]
There’s Plenty I Enjoy About The RBC Canadian Open, Even When We’re Not Host Site
I love visiting the RBC Canadian Open and this year is no different. I flew in from Calgary to be at Glen Abbey this week. The RBC Canadian Open is like trade shows for me. It give me the opportunity to visit with people I don’t see every day. For example, I’ve known new Golf […]
I Remember Fondly The Passion, Pride And People Behind The Scenes During Canadian Opens At Angus Glen
It’s been 15 years since we were scrambling around during the first Canadian Open at Angus Glen in Markham, Ont., and 10 years since the second Canadian Open was held there. When I was working there, we had not only two Canadian Opens, but a Telus Skins Game and a Canadian Women’s Open and we […]