According to a GNN Poll just a couple of weeks ago, the majority of respondents had received warm temperatures that offered some bonus rounds in the first half of November.
As December approaches, that will surely change in most parts of Canada when temperatures drop and the snow flies, so there goes that source of revenue until next spring.
Is there any alternative? Many golf courses are turning to other outdoor activities such as cross-country skiing, snow golf, skating that could complement a food and beverage operation and maintain outside interest in your operation on a year-round basis.
Is the golf operation where you work or play offering outdoor activities this winter?
That’s the question in this week’s GNN Poll.
You can answer below or on the GNN home page and if you’d like to add a few thoughts on this subject, please use the Comments section below.
Is the golf operation where you work or play offering outdoor activities such as cross-country skiing, snow golf or skating this winter?
- No. (63%)
- Yes. (37%)
Thank-you.
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One of the great Scottish traditions is the annual game on New Years Day, snow or no snow. At the Royal Burgess Club in Edinburgh for example, members and guests meet for a full breakfast at 8am, this of course after all the alcohol/celebrations the night before.
Half sets of clubs, orange golf balls if necessary, foursomes. pull carts if needed, flags are in small winter greens, and out in the fresh air all wrapped for a good walk. Every 3rd hole the tee box with 4 pewter glasses for a dram and a bottle of whiskey just to keep the chill away.
Great comradery, wonderful way to start the new year. My late brother Rodney and I continued the tradition here unofficially, had some great days with a smaller groups. Only one owner we contacted in those days late 80’s early 90’s allowed us on his property, we gave him $25 each and cleared his car park for him.
I hope all that has changed for the better these days here in GTA, it’s a win win for the owner, and the members/ public.