Golf News

Golfers are reminded that all players must check-in and pay at the Golf Pro Shop at all times when playing on the course. To make a tee time reservation, call 951-246-1782. Reservations may be made seven days in advance. Annual golf memberships are available to both residents and non-residents. For more information, visit canyonlakecc.com.

After Lunch Bunch

The results of last week’s game, Three Best Balls of the Foursome, are as follows:

First place:

Bob Stinson, Bill Hallahan, Nick Valencia and Pete Mortensen, 193.

Second place:

Bob Gray, Dennis Franks, Fred Espinosa and Andy Quinn, 194.

Third place:

Bob Tallaksen, Oscar Rowland, Randy Bonner and Jim Paulis, 207.

The winners of the Skins game are Jim Musser on hole 1, Ross Hanover on home 3 and 14, Nick Valencia on hole 10 and Oscar Rowland on hole 16.

The weekly “Closest to the Pin” winners are Doug Ray on hole 8 and to Vern Kelch on hole 15.

Now in its 39th year, the After Lunch Bunch offers a friendly game of golf every Friday throughout the year and an annual tournament in November. Entries are open to male golfers with an established handicap. The entry fee is $5 with an optional Skins competition for $5. Winter tee time is 10 a.m. Signups are taken between 8:30 and 9:15 a.m. in the Magnolia Room at the country club or by phone at 951-249-4565 or 951-237-6102.

Men’s Golf Club

Members of the Canyon Lake Men’s Golf Club meet for play every Wednesday morning. Signups are taken between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. in the Magnolia Room at the country club. In addition to Wednesday games, the club sponsors eight major tournaments throughout the year. Dues include membership in the Southern California Golf Association.

Canyon Lake residents and property owners age 18 and older and any member of the public who purchases an outside annual golf membership are eligible to join the club. The Men’s Golf Club has a Junior Membership Division for males under the age of 18. For more information, contact Membership Director Greg Brack at 951-570-1239.

Annual Memberships

Annual golf memberships for Canyon Lake residents are $59 per month for juniors 17 years and younger, $109 per month for ages 18 to 35 and $167 for ages 36 and older. Annual family memberships are $296 per month.

Memberships include unlimited green fees, access to practice facility, discounts at the Golf Shop, access to Junior Golf programs, access to clubs and leagues, access to instructional lessons and clinics and members can bring a guest to play.

Family Golf Club

The Family Golf Club promotes the sport of golf bringing together men, women and juniors in an atmosphere of education, camaraderie, fairness and competition in a friendly family oriented environment. The club hosts beginner and youth clinics, tournaments and social events throughout the year. The club’s official golf day is Wednesday at approximately 11:30 a.m. Some members schedule golf days on Mondays, Fridays or Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.

The tournament director works closely with Golf Pro Pat Kemball and his staff to assure tournaments are balanced. Family Golf Club is a member of the Southern California Golf Association. Open meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Magnolia Room at the country club. For membership information, contact Kevin O’Leary at 951-818-3361. For general information, contact Tom Ward at 714-309-6923.

Adult Golf Lessons

The golf professional staff offers adult golf lessons seven days a week. Lessons are $50 for a 30-minute lesson, $75 for a one-hour lesson, $210 for three one-hour lessons and $300 for five one-hour lessons. Reservations are required. For reservations and group pricing, call 951-244-6841, ext. 820.

Junior Golf Lessons

Junior golf lessons are available for children ages seven to 17. Lessons are $35 per a 30-minute lesson. Reservations are taken at the Golf Pro Shop.

Golf Pro Shop

The Golf Pro Shop at the country club features the latest in golf clubs from Ping, Mizuno, Callaway and Titleist. It also stocks Nike, EP Pro, Antigua and Foot Joy golf apparel. Canyon Lake Property Owner’s Association members receive a 20 percent discount on women’s and men’s apparel.