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TarryBrae, May 31st, 2008:
12 members headed north to a new course for the Chapter.
TarryBrae GC in South Fallsburg, NY proved to be a 1st time
winner. After watching the Doppler radar weather instrument in
the pro shop for an hour, the starter sent us out on the course
on what proved to be a strategic clear weather pattern. All
players got to complete their 18 holes on what was a beautiful,
well-maintained golf course. Marc Levinson took honors for the
longest drive for the men; and Lisa Rademacher took longest
drive honors for the women. Bert Hermann, who organized the
outing, made a dinner reservation for all at the "Lobster Pier"
in Chester; and we were all treated to some great seafood.
Thanks Bert for a great outing!
Minebrook, June 8th,
2008:
15 members braved the weather as this time
the temperature was 90+ with high humidity for the annual
Minebrook GC outing. The course was in excellent condition and
so were the players, all finished with smiles on their faces.
Prizes for the longest drive went to Michele Crismale, longest
drive for men to Frank Hopler and closest to the pin to Donna
Beland; none of the men found the green with their tee shots.
Following a stop at the clubhouse, we moved a couple of Exits on
Route 80 to Pub 199 for dinner where we enjoyed delicious clams,
lobsters, and crab legs. No sooner were the lobster claws
finished, the discussion turned to when the "Free Greens Fee
Passes" we all received from the course could be used. All
agreed we had a great day! Thanks to Kari for organizing and
running a most enjoyable outing in New Jersey.
Split Rock, June
28th-29th, 2008:
17
NJ-ASGAer's traveled west to Split Rock Resort for a weekend
golf getaway. Saturday proved to be a great day for golf. The
picturesque course in the Poconos provided a real challenge to
all with many long marshes, a very hilly terrain, and many
difficult greens. The weather cooperated as not 1 member got
WET (with the exception of a stray sprinkler) from the rain
clouds that overshadowed the course. Helena Van Norde and Bill
Grabowski won prizes for the longest drive hole. However, the
conversation at dinner centered around a mammoth drive by our
President Linda Madernini! Sunday began with a delicious
breakfast with LOTS OF FRESH FRUIT as was requested. Some
members took advantage of more golf while others headed home.
Once again, Ruth Elk did an outstanding job planning the Split
Rock Resort event. Thanks Ruth!!!!!
Minerals, July 10th,
2008:
8 members traveled to
Vernon in 90+degree heat for a "mini"-Ryder Cup competition.
Frank Hopler and Kari Goldstein were the runaway winners for the
"Best Ball". The competition for "Alternate Shot" was much
closer with 3 teams within 4 shots. Taking the prize for
"Alternate Shot" was the team of Gus Eggerling and Elizabeth
Mark. WAY TO GO for the team competition format. Minerals GC
has a daily "closest-to-the-pin" contest and our own Frank
Hopler took the honors with a tee shot that landed 2' 8" from
the cup on Hole 9 for that competition; as well as winning
a free round of golf. GREAT JOB FRANK! Everyone, OF COURSE,
headed to "Breezy Point Restaurant" on Greenwood Lake (a
favorite of Gus Eggerling's I am told) to finish the day with a
nice meal. Thanks go out to everyone who has supported the
weekday outings and a "SPECIAL THANKS" to Dave Gray for his
efforts in planning these events.
Apple Greens, July
26th, 2008:
Members of the club traveled to New York
State to a well-maintained, very beautiful golf course called
Apple Greens. The weather was perfect and the golfers were
treated to some challenging golf starting on the new East
Course. The front nine provided beautiful scenery with elevated
tee boxes, and some very different hazards including carefully
placed rock walls. The group finished on the front nine of the
old course where the fairways are lined with apple trees. I'm
sure some of our members had visions of coming back in the fall
when the apples are ripe for picking. Bert Hermann and Marc
Levinson won longest drive prizes. Donna Boylan took honors for
closest-to-the pin. A delicious seafood dinner was enjoyed by
all at a local restaurant called Gadaleto's. Thanks go to Bert
Hermann for organizing the fun and successful outing.
Water Gap Country
Club, August 9th/10th, 2008:
The month of August brought a group of 23 golfers back to the
Water Gap Country Club for another year for an overnight
outing. Saturday proved to be a glorious but long day as we
waited patiently to tee-off. Once on the course though, we were
challenged by the undulating, sloped fairways and lightening
fast greens. Prizes for Saturday’s round were as follows: Long
drive, men: Joe De Pergola (guest), long drive, women: Peggy
Crane (guest), closest to the pin, women: Lisa Kinziger (yet
another guest!) and closest to the pin, men: Frank Hopler.
Joe’s drive settled in front on the green on #7, 320 yards off
the tee. We hope our guests come back as members to win yet
more prizes!
Once back at the clubhouse, some enjoyed a
cool beverage at the outdoor bar overlooking the course; while
others went to their rooms to get ready for an evening of dining
and entertainment. Dinner was superb and OH THOSE CRABCAKES
WERE GREAT! Frank Hopler's persistance in getting them on the
menu proved to be a delight of quite a few golfers! After
dinner, we were treated to some outstanding entertainment. Ron
Richardson, the legendary voice of the Drifters and the
Coasters, offered songs of the rock and roll era throughout the
evening to the enjoyment of all in attendance. The golf shoes
came off and the dancing shoes were on!!!!!! Some of our
members even showed previously unknown dancing prowess to these
nostalgic songs. We have the photos to prove that some members
DANCED and STROLLED to complete a wonderful day at the WGCC.
On Sunday, after a morning breakfast, 16
players ventured out and got in 9 holes before lightning forced
the closing of the course. Most of us ate an early lunch while
a few brave souls ventured out after the storm passed. Prizes
went to Joe De Pergola (another 300 yard plus shot) and Corinne
Cullison for longest drives, and Dave Gray took closest to the
pin. Thanks Frank for another enjoyable outing at the Water
Gap!
Knoll East Golf Club,
August 16th, 2008:
We
stayed in NJ for an outing in Parsippany at the Knoll East Golf
Club. The weather was spectacular and NJ-ASGAer's and some
guests enjoyed a round of golf at a local course. Marc Levinson
(who arranged the outing) presented prizes to Gary Koop and
Corinne Cullison for longest drive honors for men and women,
respectively. Tony Perino and Elizabeth Mark took home prizes
for their accuracy shots on the closest-to-the-pin hole.
Congrats to those 4 members for theirs skills. Most golfers
headed to Poor Henry's in Boonton for food and drinks to
complete a very nice day. Thanks to Marc for his time and
efforts in arranging an enjoyable outing in NJ.
Berkshire Valley GC,
August 21st, 2008:
Several members returned to Berkshire Valley GC in Morris County NJ for a
weekday outing. The weather was
spectacular and the golfers enjoyed a nice round on a very beautiful golf course
overlooking the picturesque
Berkshire Valley. The 19th hole was celebrated at the Milton Inn which included
dinner and drinks.
Thanks to Dave Gray for another fun weekday outing.
Winding Hills GC,
September 13th, 2008:
Debbie Jordan
organized a very successful outing at Winding Hills GC in Montgomery, NY. The
weather forecast during
the week was very suspect for the upcoming event on Saturday. The "golf gods"
were good to us and we
enjoyed a very warm but dry day. The course was in great shape. The fairways
and greens were surrounded by
beautiful flowers and landscaping. The course challenged our members with
difficult undulating greens
and carefully measured tee shots. Bert Hermann took honors for her accuracy on
the
closest-to-the-pin, and Elizabeth Mark took honors for the longest drive. Once
again, we finished the day at "Wards Bridge
Inn" and were treated to an excellent dinner that included very unique entree
selections.
Thanks Debbie
Jordan for your time and efforts spent on arranging a very enjoyable outing.
Bert Hermann/Lisa Rademacher, Golf Co-Chairs
For More Information Contact:
North Jersey American Golf Singles Association
Tel:
201 378 7562
FAX: 617-555-1212
Email:
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