Upcoming Rounds of Golf
To register for any of the Ottawa Out Golfing Group (OOGG) rounds of golf listed below, please contact the coordinator at 613-237-0200 or rmeagher@istar.ca. Teeoff times will be confirmed with registered golfers in advance of the round of golf.
Weekday rounds of golf are also arranged. You simply need to inform the coordinator of your availability to play golf during the week, on the weekend preceding your weekday availability (i.e. by Sunday for the following Monday – Friday). The coordinator then informs all golfers who have expressed an interest in playing golf during the upcoming week and those golfers organize a game, or games, among themselves (on the day / course / time of their choice).
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| Date |
Golf Course |
| April 19-26, 2008 |
Myrtle Beach Golf Adventure See bottom of page for details. |
| Sunday, May 4, 2008 |
Emerald Links |
| Sunday, May 11, 2008 |
Casselview |
| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Novice Golf Camp #1 See bottom of page for details. |
| Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
Anderson Links |
| Sunday, May 18, 2008 |
La Cite |
| Saturday, May 24, 2008 |
Novice Golf Camp #2 See bottom of page for details. |
| Sunday, May 25, 2008 |
Cloverdale Links |
| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Novice Golf Camp #3 See bottom of page for details. |
| Saturday, May 31, 2008 |
Buckingham |
| Sunday, June 8, 2008 |
Metcalfe |
| Saturday, June 14, 2008 |
Meadows |
| Sunday, June 22, 2008 |
Champlain |
| Saturday, June 28, 2008 |
Oaks at Cobden |
| Sunday, July 6, 2008 |
Upper Canada |
| Saturday, July 12, 2008 |
Mont Cascade |
Saturday and Sunday,
July 19 and 20, 2008 |
Golf Weekend with Toronto Gay Golf Group
See bottom of page for details. |
| Sunday, July 20, 2008 |
Madawaska |
| Saturday, July 26, 2008 |
Greensmere |
| Saturday, August 2, 2008 |
Mont Pellier |
| Sunday, August 3, 2008 |
Pakenham |
| Saturday, August 9, 2008 |
Ottawa Out Golfing Group 2nd Annual Scramble Golf Tournament
Pakenham Highlands Golf Club
See bottom of page for details. |
| Sunday, August 10, 2008 |
Hammond |
| Saturday, August 16, 2008 |
Chateau Cartier |
| Sunday, August 24, 2008 |
Loch March |
| Saturday, August 30, 2008 |
Le Sorcier |
| Sunday, August 31, 2008 |
Touraine |
Saturday and Sunday,
September 6 and 7, 2008 |
Ottawa Out Golfing Group 2008 Golf Championships
Meadows Golf and Country Club
See bottom of page for details. |
| Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
Les Vieux Moulin |
| Sunday, September 21, 2008 |
Outaouais |
| Saturday, September 27, 2008 |
Nation |
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
Tecumseh |
| Saturday, October 11, 2008 |
Edelweiss |
| Sunday, October 19, 2008 |
Stonebridge |
MYRTLE BEACH GOLF ADVENTURE
April 19-26, 2008
In celebration of our 10th Anniversary season, the Ottawa Out Golfing Group will be kicking things off in fine style with a golf adventure to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, from April 19-26, 2008. Myrtle Beach is a year-round golfing paradise. Just talk to those who have visited before and you will see why avid golfers return time and time again.
Our golf adventure will have us staying at the luxurious Legends Resort Condos, only a 10-minute drive to the heart of Myrtle Beach, and playing golf at the following courses (dates and courses subject to change):
Your Myrtle Beach Golf Adventure is estimated to cost US$682 per golfer (quad occupancy) and includes (price subject to change based on the date/time you register and the number of golfers who register):
- 7 nights luxury accommodations at the Legends Resort Condos (2 bedrooms (2 double beds per room), 2 bathrooms, fully-equipped kitchen, plus much more)
- 5 rounds of golf (at above-named courses) including power cart
- Daily buffet breakfast (if you do not want breakfast, simply deduct US$49 per golfer from the above cost)
- All surcharges and taxes
- An unforgettable time!
Your Myrtle Beach golf adventure does not include:
- Transportation to/from Myrtle Beach. Each participant is responsible to arrange their own transportation to/from Myrtle Beach. Please confirm with the coordinator your arrival and departure times to/from Myrtle Beach so that arrangements can be made to pick you up and drop you off at the Myrtle Beach International Airport (if you are travelling to/from Myrtle Beach by air).
- Transportation while in Myrtle Beach. Effort is being made to coordinate vehicle rentals (dependent on the number of golfers requiring transportation while in Myrtle Beach). If you will need transportation while in Myrtle Beach, please contact the coordinator at rmeagher@istar.ca or 613.237.0200.
- Meals. Daily breakfast buffets are included in the cost quoted above. The villa includes a fully-equipped kitchen should you choose to make any of your own meals.
To reserve your spot on this unforgettable trip to golf paradise, please confirm your participation by Saturday, March 29, by contacting the coordinator at rmeagher@istar.ca or 613.237.0200. You will also need to pay for your package, in full, by March 29.
NOVICE GOLF CAMPS
Saturdays, May 17, 24 and 31, 2008
Based on the success of the novice golf lessons last year, we will be offering the lessons again this season. See details below. Please register by May 10, by contacting the coordinator at rmeagher@istar.ca or 613.237.0200.
| Dates: |
Saturdays, May 17, 24, and 31, 2008 |
| Times: |
12'noon - 1pm each day |
| Location: |
Anderson Links Golf and Country Club |
The goal of the lessons will be to help you achieve a relaxed golf swing that results in making solid contact with the ball and that results in the ball going in the direction you want it to go.
Golf can be an infinitely complex game. From your grip, to your swing, to your stance, to the position of the ball in your stance, to whether the ball is above your feet, below your feet, on a downhill lie, or an uphill lie, to whether you're in the sand or in the ruff…there can be 100's of things to think about, and that's before you even get on the putting green! The lessons will attempt to simplify the game and focus on three fundamentals:
1. Solid ball contact
2. Balanced swing
3. Set up and alignment
Lesson #1 (May 17) will focus on fundamentals 1 and 2, making solid ball contact with a balanced swing.
Lesson #2 (May 24) will focus on fundamental 3, set up and alignment—resulting in being able to aim the ball in the direction you want it to go.
Lesson #3 (May 31) will be spent on the putting green. We will use all three fundamentals to learn how to make better putts. When you consider half the game of golf is played on the putting green, it makes sense to spend one session on this critical aspect of your game.
Your instructor will be the Ottawa Out Golfing Group Coordinator. While he is not a certified golf pro or instructor, he has been playing the game of golf for 40+ years and has taught golf to many beginners before (with success).
So as to set expectations; first, you will not be ready for the PGA or LPGA tour after the above three lessons. Second, you may not have a 'perfect' swing after only three lessons; Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam have spent their lives perfecting their swings. Lastly, after the three lessons, don't expect that the ball will go perfectly straight on every shot. Slices, hooks, fades and draws are often a regular part of the game (whether intentional or, in most cases, not!).
When you finish the lessons mentioned above, you may want to continue taking lessons. If so, it is suggested you continue your journey toward golf supremacy with a certified golf professional (there are numerous options available in the National Capital Region).
There are no instructional costs for the lessons. You will need to cover the cost of your golf balls for the driving range. For lessons 1 (May 17) and 2 (May 24), you can expect to use two large buckets of balls, each costing approximately $5. So, lessons 1 and 2 will cost you about $10 each…a bargain by any standard. For lesson 3 (May 31), all you need to bring is a few golf balls.
Finally, the above assumes you have your own golf clubs. If you do not, please let the instructor/coordinator know so that arrangements may be made to have golf clubs for your lessons.
GOLF WEEKEND WITH TORONTO GAY GOLF GROUP
Saturday and Sunday, July 19 and 20, 2008
In celebration of our 10th Anniversary season, the Ottawa Out Golfing Group and the Toronto Gay Golf Group will decend on Belleville, Ontario, to enjoy a weekend of golf together. See details below. Register early to reserve your spot!
The golf weekend will include:
- one round of golf on Saturday, July 19 at Bay of Quinte Country Club.
- one round of golf on Sunday, July 20 at either Black Bear Ridge Golf Course or Timber Ridge Golf Course.
Golf course locations, directions and costs can be confirmed by going to the respective golf courses' website link above.
Each participate will be responsible to arrange their own transportation to/from Belleville and any/all accommodation while in Belleville. However, car pooling will attempt to be coordinated. So if you would like to participate in the weekend and need transporation, please let the coordinator know.
To reserve your spot on this fun-filled weekend of golf, please confirm your participation by Friday, June 13, by contacting the coordinator at rmeagher@istar.ca or 613.237.0200, and specifying the days (Saturday and/or Sunday) and courses you would like to play.
OTTAWA OUT GOLFING GROUP 2ND ANNUAL SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Saturday, August 9, 2008
The Ottawa Out Golfing Group is pleased to bring you the 2nd Annual Ottawa Out Golfing Group Scramble Golf Tournament. See details below. Register early to reserve your spot!
| Date |
Saturday, August 9, 2008 |
| Time |
- Registration table opens at 11am
- Announcements at 12'noon
- Shotgun start at 1pm (provided there are 120 golfers or more) |
| Place |
Pakenham Highlands Golf Club
112 McWatty Road
Pakenham, ON K0A 2X0
Phone: (613) 624-5550
Web: http://www.highlandsgolfclubs.com/pakgolf-home.htm |
| Format |
- Scramble (sometimes referred to as ‘best ball’)
- Women play from women's tees
- Men play from men's tees
- Team can be any combination of men and women (e.g. 3 men and 1 woman, all women, all men, 3 women and 1 man, etc.)
- Team should consist of three or four players
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| Sponsors |
The Ottawa Out Golfing Group is pleased to announce the following organizations as the official sponsors for the 2008 Ottawa Out Golfing Group Golf Tournament:

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| Special Guests |
The Ottawa Out Golfing Group is pleased to announce the following persons and organizations will be our special guests for the event:
- Capital Xtra
- Bonini and Associates
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| Prizes |
Special mention will be made for:
1. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place foursomes (low gross)
2. Longest drive – men and women
3. Closest to the hole – men and women
With the exception of the hole-in-one prize (details to follow), all prize winners can look forward to their pick of prizes from the remarkable prize table! After the above prizes have been awarded, teams other than the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place foursomes will be randomly selected to make a trip to the prize table. We hope that everyone who participates in the day will go home with a prize.
The Ottawa Out Golfing Group would like to thank the following organizations for donating prizes to the tournament:
- After Stonewall
- Bonini and Associates
- Inn on Somerset
- IT/NET Ottawa Inc.
- Investors Group - Michael Bellefeuille
- The Buzz Restaurant
- TotoToo Theatre
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| Dinner |
Dinner and prize give-aways will follow the round of golf, at the golf course.
The meal will be a BBQ chicken and ribs buffet which also includes potatoes, hot vegetables, pasta, two summer salads, fresh vegetable tray, pickle tray, bakery breads, assorted dessert squares, coffee and tea. Consideration has been given to those persons with vegetarian diets. The buffet includes vegetarian pasta, garden salads, vegetables, and breads. Pakenham Highlands Golf Club will offer bar service for the dinner.
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| Cost and Payment |
A fee of $100 includes your green fees, power cart, dinner, taxes and gratuities. We are also hoping to offer you complimentary drinks (bottled water, soft drinks and juices) and snacks (chips, bars, cookies and muffins) during your round of golf.
There is a dinner only option available at a cost of $35.
Payment in full, by cash or cheque, accepted by July 31, 2008. Please make your cheque payable to Robert Meagher (mailing address “105-317 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P 1S3”).
Refunds possible up to, and including, July 31, 2008. |
| Registration |
Register with the Ottawa Out Golfing Group Coordinator, as an individual, or as a team, by email at rmeagher@istar.ca or phone (613-237-0200). To register, please provide your full name, phone number you can be reached at if needed, email address, or the same for each member of your team, if registering a team. Deadline for registration is July 31.
We welcome your non-golfing partner, spouse, companion, significant other, or friend’s participation in the day. If your partner, spouse, companion, significant other, or friend would like to join the dinner portion of the day, please register their attendance for the dinner (see ‘cost and payment’ above). |
OTTAWA OUT GOLFING GROUP 2008 GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS
Saturday and Sunday, September 6 and 7, 2008
The Ottawa Out Golfing Group is pleased to bring you the 2008 Ottawa Out Golfing Group Golf Championships. See details below. Register early to reserve your spot!
| Dates |
Saturday and Sunday, September 6 and 7, 2008 |
| Times |
Groupings and teeoff times will be confirmed preceding each round of golf. |
| Place |
Meadows Golf and Country Club
Hawthorne Road
Gloucester, ON
Phone: (613) 822-2582
Web: http://www.themeadowsgolf.com/ |
| Format |
- Handicapped stroke play
- Women play from women's tees
- Men play from men's tees
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| Sponsors |
The Ottawa Out Golfing Group is pleased to announce Capital Xtra as the official sponsor for the 2008 Ottawa Out Golfing Group Golf Championships.
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| Awards |
Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in men and women's divisions. Winners will be determined by the lowest 2-day, combined net total scores.
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| Dinner and Awards Ceremony |
Dinner and awards ceremony will follow the second day's round of golf, at the golf course. |
| Cost and Payment |
A fee is to be confirmed but is intended to include your two rounds of golf (including power cart), dinner after the second round of golf, taxes and gratuities.
Payment in full, by cash or cheque, accepted by September 1, 2008. Please make your cheque payable to Robert Meagher (mailing address “105-317 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON, K2P 1S3”).
Refunds possible up to, and including, September 1, 2008. |
| Registration |
To register for the event, you need to log five rounds of golf with the Ottawa Out Golfing Group Coordinator during the 2008 season. Each round of golf should include the date the round was played, the course, and your gross score.
You can log your rounds of golf with the Ottawa Out Golfing Group Coordinator by email at rmeagher@istar.ca. Deadline for registering your five rounds of golf is September 1, 2008.
Your tournament handicap will be determined using a straight par 72 method, averaged over the five rounds of golf you register (contact the Ottawa Out Golfing Group Coordinator for details).
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