With all the warm rain we've been having, the course is looking very green. I'm not a big fan of wet weather, but it's good for the course.
Also, we're now into a period of changing weather, with cooler (sometimes cold) mornings, and nice afternoons.
And of course, the holidays will be here before you know it. Weather permitting, the four-day Thanksgiving weekend is a great time to get out and play golf. While the significant other (better half?) is out shopping, or watching football games, you could be enjoying the sunshine and mild temperatures.
News From the Clubhouse
Hi Everyone,
Here it is October already and everyone is talking about what our winter is going to be like. This is fall weather, nice and cool. I know I'm enjoying the days and nights and not looking forward to the cold and rainy weather. Halloween is right around the corner along with Daylight Savings so come out and golf before the days are real short and it gets colder.
As most of you who have been here recently have noticed, the course is getting a cleaning overhaul. Reeds in the creeks are being cut down and pulled out. Now you can see Number 3 green from the tee box. It is no longer a blind shot (that should improve your handicap).
We have purchased brand new range balls - yellow Nike balls. Along with the purchase we have raised the price of range baskets our monthly range card. Our prices are still very reasonable and no higher then most other courses in the Valley. This is something that we thought very long and hard about. We know the economy is affecting everyone and have tried to keep the range prices the same for the last 7 years. We hope you continue to keep hitting balls. Remember: Practice makes perfect!
We have quite a few people registering on our web site www.ranchosierragolf.com and printing out a coupon for a free round of golf on their birthday. It can be used up to 7 days before or 7 days after your birthday, so don't forget to use it. Tell your friend to sign up and take advantage of the free golf and other promotions happening at the course.
Want to have a tournament for Thanksgiving or Christmas? It's easy to do. You can schedule a tournament for charity or just for fun. If you're interested in finding out more information, let the starters know and we will help you with setting one up. It could be a simple as a family get together for golf or a full blown tournament with sponsors, prizes, etc. This is also a great way to take advantage of our group discounts.
Starting in Nov we will be having our Food Drive and Toys for Tots. Bring in a new unwrapped $10.00 toy and receive $10.00 off your round of golf, for every 2 cans of food you donate we will take a $ off a bucket of range balls. Let's all get in the holiday spirit and help those who aren't as fortunate as others.
If there is an item you would like us to carry, please inform one of the starters and we will try to purchase it for the pro shop.
Starting the first of November, the new Twilight hours and Super Twilight hours will be 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm.
For those of you who belong to the SCGA have you noticed that nothing goes down slower then a golf handicap. "Golf is a game in which you yell fore, shoot six, and write down five." Hope to see all of you on the course playing a game you think you've conquered, then the game conquers you. That is what keeps us coming back for more.
Don't forget to stop and enjoy the day.
Shirley
Men's Club News
The Rancho Sierra Mens Club is currently taking membership applications and renewals for 2011. Join now and get the rest of 2010 included! All member fees are $45. New members can complete an SCGA registration form and current members need to complete a renewal form. Deposit form and fees (in an envelope, please) in the white box above the computer.
Mens Club Membership entitles you to:
Membership with the Southern California Golf Association (www.scga.org)
Subscription to FORE Magazine
An SCGA handicap---which is valid anywhere in the US through GHIN
Discounts at selected SCGA courses
Discounted green fees and guaranteed tee times during Mens Club events.
You get to play the great game of golf with a great group of guys.
See the Rancho Sierra starter or click here for more information.
TEE TIMES Changes!!!!
Winter Tee Times are now in effect for all Mens Club events until Spring. Both the Sunday Group and the Midweek Group have changed their tee times to 8 am. Please check in with the Tournament Director at least ten minutes prior. Tee Times are also subject to frost delays.
FALL CLASSIC TOURNAMENT!
The Fall Classic is less than a month away! Our quarterly, high/low blind draw best ball Tournament is scheduled for Sunday, November 14. Entry fee is $50 and must be received by 5 pm Friday November 12 when the draw will be held. You can either give your entry fee to Bob Gonzales OR put it in an envelope and deposit it in the white box above the computer.
NOMINATION and ELECTION of OFFICERS
Nominations of Mens Club Officers will be held at the next Mens Club Meeting on Sunday, November 14 at 7:30 am. Nominations will be accepted for President, Vice-President, Secretary/Treasurer, Handicap Chairman, and Tournament Director. Election will be held during the Mens Club Meeting on Sunday, December 12. Here’s your chance to be heard!
Other Events
Mid-week Points Tournament on Thursday, December 8.
Sunday Points Tournament on Sunday, December 12.
Golfer of the Year Tournament on Sunday, January 10.
In addition, the Mens Club is in the planning stages of a one day (no overnight) Away Tournament in December. More details to come.
GOLFER OF THE MONTH!
You still have two months to qualify for the Golfer of the Year tournament. Give your dollar to the starter during a mens club event and complete your GOM card., If you have the low net score in your flight for that month, you qualify for the Golfer of the Year tournament in January. And don’t be afraid to turn in ANY score regardless of whether you think it’s good enough or not. One member ( who shall remain nameless ) qualified with a net 70 because no one else turned in a GOM card for that flight that month.
If you have any questions, you can email us at RSMensgolf@aol.com. We’d love to hear from you.
Bob Gonzales
Have a Great Rest of October and November
Stay heathy, and try to get out to Rancho Sierra for what is typically the nicest time of the year.
Also, we're now into a period of changing weather, with cooler (sometimes cold) mornings, and nice afternoons.
We have purchased brand new range balls - yellow Nike balls. Along with the purchase we have raised the price of range baskets our monthly range card. Our prices are still very reasonable and no higher then most other courses in the Valley. This is something that we thought very long and hard about. We know the economy is affecting everyone and have tried to keep the range prices the same for the last 7 years. We hope you continue to keep hitting balls. Remember: Practice makes perfect! 
Nominations of Mens Club Officers will be held at the next Mens Club Meeting on Sunday, November 14 at 7:30 am. Nominations will be accepted for President, Vice-President, Secretary/Treasurer, Handicap Chairman, and Tournament Director. Election will be held during the Mens Club Meeting on Sunday, December 12. Here’s your chance to be heard!.jpg)
