March Greetings Heather Downs Patrons,
Rain, rain, go away! The recent rains have delayed play at Heather Downs CC. We hope to get dried out this weekend and hopefully get some play out next week. The month of March will bring all types of weather, so stay patient and we hope to see you real soon.
As we move towards the first day of Spring, Heather Downs is gearing up for what we expect to be a fantastic year. We have several new programs that are starting in April and May. Playing opportunities, driving range offers, instructional programs and new food offerings at Bogey’s Bar and Grill are just a few of the improvements we have made for the upcoming season. Please read below to see each of the programs.
Friday Fish Fry
Heather Downs CC will be hosting a weekly Friday Fish Fry from 5pm-8pm at Bogeys Bar & Grill. Grab the family and make it over for a nice dinner. The cost is only $12.95. Chef Chuck will be cooking up a fresh Alaskan Pollock dinner with all the fixings. Spread the word and we hope to see you on Friday nights during Lent.
Employment Opportunities/Help Wanted!!!
Heather Downs is now accepting job applications for the upcoming season. We are looking for candidates for Banquet servers and kitchen staff, Pro Shop staff, Bartenders, Beverage Cart Attendants, Player Assistants, Cart Attendants and Maintenance staff. We are seeking friendly and energetic applicants who enjoy working with the public. Stop by the course to fill out an application or you can click here and find one on our Contact Page.
2023 Golf Leagues
Heather Downs CC is now booking golf leagues for the 2023 season. Are you happy with your current league? Are you looking for a new course for this year? Maybe it’s just time for a change. Whether you are an individual, have a partner or you’re forming a small group looking to start a league, Heather Downs can help you. We offer several nice incentives and benefits for our league members throughout the season. The course layout at Heather Downs speaks for itself, the Bogey’s Bar & Grill offers a great staff and a tasty menu for pre and post-round F & B needs, the pace of play is never an issue and the location is perfect for anyone in a 20 mile radius. Give us a call today at 419-385-0248 or click here and we’ll discuss the many benefits Heather Downs CC will offer your league in 2023.
2023 Golf Outings
Prime dates and times are still available for 2023 golf outings. If you are interested in hosting a company or group outing this season, Heather Downs is ‘Where You Belong’. We offer one of the best golf courses in town, a beautiful clubhouse and banquet facility, and the staff and know how to make your event, one to remember. Call PGA Director of Golf, Dan Sutton at 419-385-0248 to schedule your outing today or click here to make an outing request.
Free Junior Golf Clinic & Spring Junior Academy
Heather Downs will be hosting a Free Junior Golf Clinic on Saturday, April 15th for all junior golfers in the area. This clinic will include lessons on putting, chipping, the irons and the driver. Juniors age 10 and under will meet from 9am-10:30, ages 11 and older will meet from 11am-12:30. Instruction will be led by PGA Director of Golf, Dan Sutton and Assistant Professional, Darren Axon. Although this clinic is free, please call the pro shop to register at 419-385-0248. This clinic is a prelude to the Spring Junior Academy which runs from Saturday April 22nd-May 13th. Call the pro shop for additional information or click here to view the flyer and registration form.
Monday Senior Scrambles
The HDCC Senior League will be held every Monday mornings at 10am starting Monday April 3rd. The format will change from week to week and include 2 Man, 3 Man and 4 Man scrambles. The cost is only $30/week. Bring a friend or come on your own. We’ll pair you up. No long term commitment, just ‘Pay as you Play’. Call the pro shop for more information or click here.
The Hackers Golf League
Heather Downs will be hosting the Hackers Golf League again this season. The Hackers League will be held on Tuesday evenings at 6pm. The cost is only $25/week. Bring a friend or come on your own. We’ll pair you up. No long term commitment, just ‘Pay as you Play’. Click here or call the pro shop for more information.
Ladies and Couples Golf Leagues
Heather Downs will be hosting two great leagues for ladies and couples this season. The HDCC Ladies League will be held every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6pm starting May 2nd and May 4th at 6pm. This league is a fun ‘Girls Night Out’. The format rotates between stroke play and scrambles. This league is also perfect for busy ladies in that it is ‘Pay as you Play’. No need to commit, just show up whenever you can. The cost is $25 which includes golf, cart and prizes. Grab a friend or a golf buddy and we’ll look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays and Thursdays this season. Click here for more info.
The HDCC ‘Nine & Dine’ Couples Leagues are scheduled to tee off on Sundays at 4pm and Monday at 6pm starting April 30th and May 1st. This league is also ‘Pay as you Play’. Just show up when you and your significant other feel like playing and join other couples for a round of golf and a bite to eat afterwards. The format changes from week to week and will include stroke play, match play, scrambles, shambles, scotch twosomes and more. The cost is $50/couple each week which includes green fees, carts and prizes. After the round, join us at the Bogey’s Bar and Grill for drinks and a sandwich. Call the pro shop to register or click here for additional information.
Ladies and Adult Golf Academy
Heather Downs is offering the several new golf clinics this season. The Ladies Golf Academy is set to tee off on Tuesday, April 18th and the Adult Golf Academy is scheduled for Monday, April 17th.
Each Academy is a seven week program which includes four weeks of instruction, one on-course playing lesson and two 9 hole rounds. During the Academy, instruction will include lessons on the woods, iron play, short game, chipping, putting, sand shots, the rules of golf and golf course etiquette. The Ladies and Adult Golf Academy are offered at different dates throughout the season. Click here for additional information or call the pro shop to register. Sign up individually or bring a friend. Class size is limited, so sign up soon.
Is it time for a little Spring Training?
If you are searching for an answer to your golfing blues, call PGA Director of Golf, Dan Sutton or Assistant Professional, Darren Axon to get you game up to par. Individual lessons are offered seven days a week. We focus on making improvements to your swing mechanics and we will teach you how to become your own golf coach. Set some goals for your golf game this year and call us to help you turn your game around and lower your scores. Click here for additional information or to make a Lesson Request.
For information on these programs plus a bunch more, go to www.heatherdowns.com.
That’s all for this week. Until next week, hit ‘em straight.