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    Dodgeland reviews science classes  Nov 18, 2009
    A disc golf course is nearing completion and gravel has been placed along the fitness trail, Modaff said. Modaff thanked the maintenance staff and the administrator for the assistance with the project over the years, and the board thanked Modaff for her efforts. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)

    Lining up for youth sports grants  Nov 3, 2009
    Examples of possible projects given by the county include athletic fields, skate parks, disc golf courses and trails. The agency in charge of running the grant program is the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission, which will recommend projects in December for a final decision later that month by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners. (Minnetonka Lakeshore Weekly News, MN)

    Disc golf tourney results told  Oct 30, 2009
    The Dallas City Disc Golf Club had its annual Halloween Tournament last weekend. The tourney had 34 players, some coming from as far away as Tuscon, Ariz. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)

    Disc golf tournament  Oct 21, 2009
    Baird said their group of players is usually out at the course about three times a week. Related Stories/Links. (Odessa American, TX)

    Disc golf tournament9:52 am | (No comments posted.)  Oct 9, 2009
    Disc golf tournament. Published: Thursday, October 8, 2009 9:52 AM CDT The first Watertown Adult Fall Disc Golf Tournament sponsored by Flatland X-treme will be held this Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Slumberland Disc Golf Course, located off 10th Avenue North next to the Kiddie Fishing Pond. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)

    Volunteer event postponed again  Oct 9, 2009
    When the time comes, participants in The Colony Volunteers will conduct maintenance on the nature trail at Stewart Creek Park and work to expand the disc golf course at Bill Allen Park. For information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 972-625-1106. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    T&D Quick Hits  Oct 6, 2009
    Activities include Cake Walks, Softball Throw, Basketball Free Throw, Disc Golf, Bingo, and many more. Call 533-6020 for a registration form. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Winter golf means fun year-round  Oct 6, 2009
    Media Credit: Courtesy Disc Golf WorldWinter weather won't stop dedicated disc golfers ... With disc golf becoming increasingly popular, now holding the title of the world's fastest growing sport, some enthusiasts just can't get enough game time ... The good news is disc golf season is every season. (University News, MO)

    Fun to be found at festival  Oct 1, 2009
    Paddling, disc golf, music, orienteering, races and a variety of kids activities will be ongoing throughout the day ... Disc golf is also a favorite and this year Uwharrie National Forest personnel have installed a permanent course at Kings Mountain Point. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)

    Bricker: No one should ever get bored  Oct 1, 2009
    Both organizations help sponsor the first disc golf course at the park ... The course was suggested by two young men who were going to Keokuk to play disc golf ... A large sanctioned disc golf tournament was held last week with games at the two courses in Hamilton and one in Keokuk. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Tired of wine-tasting?  Sep 30, 2009
    The European-looking structure is surrounded by the tasting room, large brewery buildings and a punishing 18-hole disc golf course that wends through oak trees. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)

    Oelwein to host disc golf tournament  Sep 18, 2009
    The first ever Hub City Open disc golf tournament will be Oct. 17. The 18-hole tournament is aiming to draw people into the sport and to show off a new disc golf course in Platte Park ... Platte has 18 holes of disc golf, but only nine actual baskets --- which function like the cup in golf. (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    Double dose of fun set for weekend  Sep 18, 2009
    Meanwhile, Frontier Day will be held at Pammel Park, and the one-day celebration will include a fun run/walk, a disc golf demonstration and tournament, a free-will donation meal sponsored by the Chamber and WCTA, a number of games, a barnyard rodeo and fireworks that are set to begin at 9 p.m.. Chamber Executive Director Kathy Rollefson said the event is designed to be a community event. (Forest City Summit, IO)

    Come Out and Play is Sept. 19  Sep 12, 2009
    Demonstrations by professional skateboarders Kayaking in the pool Scuba diving "Monster basketball" and "monster soccer" Various games ranging from relay races and disc golf to obstacle courses and dodgeball. Reader Comments From the editor: Many of you have expressed concerns about some of the harsh anonymous comments from readers. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)

    Echo Bluff has a new Web site, more activities  Sep 10, 2009
    Disc golf (Frisbee golf) is a game in which players throw a disc into a basket or at a target. Disc golf is enjoyable and is physically accessible for all ages and athletic abilities. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)

    Disc golf tourney at NLR's Burns Park on Saturday  Sep 6, 2009
    The Southern Nationals Pro Disc Golf Championships are scheduled for the disc golf course in Burns Park beginning Saturday and ending on Sunday. Disc golf is also known as "Frisbee golf," after the best-known flying disc. (KSLA.com, LA)

    No comments posted.  Aug 31, 2009
    Bridgman: Boy Scout leads effort to expand township park's disc golf course ... Published: Sunday, August 30, 2009 1:10 PM EDT BRIDGMAN - Local disc golfers can soon enjoy an 18-hole course at the Lake Township Park ... Members of Boy Scout Troop 603 of Stevensville and a small group of volunteer disc golfers are finishing nine more holes to double the size of the existing course. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)

    Equal rights for gays will improve economy  Aug 31, 2009
    Anchorage would not be what it is today without the Performing Arts Center, the First Friday art gallery walk, a variety of music venues, Saturday Market, the Dena'ina Center, City Market, or even a downtown disc golf course. All of these are examples of things that make a city better, one that is growing. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Murray again a ‘Playful City'  Aug 25, 2009
    Children of all ages gathered Saturday morning at Murray's Central Park to celebrate the city again being designated a Playful City USA. Activities included an obstacle course, temporary skateboard park, disc golf demonstrations and lessons, geocaching, straw rockets, bubbles, water games, sidewalk art and H.O.R.S.E.S.. Other activities included a small carnival of special events, free hot dogs and soft drinks for everyone, water balloons, games, the Kentucky State Police's rollover trailer and... (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)

    5 Questions: Local rider channels love of horses into equestrian  Aug 25, 2009
    Her hobbies when away from horses, which she notes is not very often, are disc golf and camping. The 5-foot-9 Winfield explained the different categories in Flat (non-jumping) Equestrian include Hunter Under Saddle, English Equitation, Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship, Showmanship and Trail. (Helena Independent Record)

    Fore! Frisbees used in disc golf  Aug 25, 2009
    PHOTO BY JARED DORT/YUMA SUNISAAC RUSSELL goes for a birdie on the second hole of the new disc golf course at West Wetlands Park ... Frisbees used in disc golf ... The city of Yuma has completed a disc golf course at the West Wetlands Park, and the public is invited to come and check it out the new recreation opportunity. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)

    Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar  Aug 23, 2009
    Aug. 23 Disc Golf Tournament. Pittsburgh Flying Disc Society, Entry $20. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Around Town: The houseguests of August  Aug 21, 2009
    Then the departure time was delayed due to an MRI for my brother-in-law's knee (too much disc golf. They told me not to wait on them for dinner. (Hanover Mariner, MA)

    Disc golf catching on in Harlan  Aug 20, 2009
    HARLAN -- Pioneer Park is a great place to walk but if you're looking for something new consider playing disc golf the next time you head to the park. The objective of disc golf is to throw a frisbee into either a basket or a target ... Similar to golf, in disc golf each player aims to complete each hole in the fewest number of throws, according to the Professional Disc Golf Association's Web site. (Harlan Tribune, IA)

    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10  Aug 19, 2009
    Most of the Golf Party games were carried over from Tiger Woods PGA Tour 9, but one notable new addition is Disc Golf, which is a fun frisbee game similar to Frisbee Golf in Wii Sports Resort, except with more choices in courses. Its worth noting here that while Tiger 10 is available on other consoles as well (though vastly inferior in control, IMHO) Disc Golf is exclusive to the Wii edition. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)

    Council approves dog park lease  Aug 14, 2009
    The decision came after representatives of Carlisle Area Disc Golf Association expressed dissatisfaction over having to relocate two practice tees to make way for an area designated for smaller dogs. CADPA president Gail Black said the next step is for volunteers to mobilize to clear away brush for the dog park fenceline and to raise the $100,000 needed to develop a dog park. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Carlisle will consider dog park agreement  Aug 13, 2009
    Council in April ordered borough staff to meet with both CADPA and the Carlisle Area Disc Golf Association to negotiate a lease agreement for the dog park ... When first debated, there were questions over whether a dog park could co-exist with a disc golf course at Shaffer Park. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Park has grown during first 100 years  Aug 9, 2009
    Pedestrian bridges, a basketball court and disc golf course were also added. In 1986, the Men s Garden Club of North Iowa undertook an extensive and continuing program of planting flowers and plants around the duck pond and throughout the park, club member Don Lee said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    State adventure camp program gets urban kids into the outdoors  Aug 2, 2009
    They fished, kayaked, played disc golf, rock climbed, swam, hiked, rode bikes and learned the art of bike maintenance, and feasted on lunches of rigatoni and meatballs and ham, potatoes and corn, with pie and brownies for dessert. Staff members from DCNR and the city's Parks and Recreation Department supervised the kids -- instructing them how to climb rocks, fish and kayak in Moraine's Lake Arthur -- and engaged them in various team-building exercises. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Winona has plenty of places to "Park" it  Aug 2, 2009
    But residents have appreciated many of the changes over the years, like in September 1980, when a disc golf course was installed at Lake Park. Today, you ll find dozens of disc golf players enjoying the popular sport. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Fair days are here again in Haines  Jul 31, 2009
    10 a.m. - Disc Golf Tournament. 12 p.m. - Volleyball Tournament. (Juneau Empire)

    Sunnyside Disc Golf grand opening  Jul 28, 2009
    Published: Monday, July 27, 2009 5:52 PM CDT A participant of the Sunnyside Disc Golf course grand opening prepares to throw a disc into a basket Saturday morning at the event. the grand opening featured free discs for kids, sponsored by the Atlantic Kiwanis Club, instruction, food, and a disc golf tournament. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    Park projects planned to meet citizens' needs (32)  Jul 27, 2009
    Amenities include a group pavilion with a large outdoor grill and picnic tables, picnic units with grills, fire rings, a public restroom, a fishing pier and courtesy dock, playground unit, a nine-hole disc golf course, bird blind, butterfly garden, and paved roadways. The department has also been very busy expanding community recreational programs. (Boerne Star, TX)

    Vacation Bible School held at Atlantic Methodist Church  Jul 25, 2009
    Publication Date: Saturday, July 25, 2009. For the complete story, see the Friday, July 24 edition of the News Telegraph. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    Plaid pants not required  Jul 25, 2009
    It just got to be too expensive, Goodwin said (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)

    Atlantic B Cubs capture American Legion State Championship  Jul 25, 2009
    Publication Date: Saturday, July 25, 2009. Click image to enlarge. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    New rules for cameras and recorders in county board room; Parks plan revisions adopted and public comment part of meeting well used  Jul 24, 2009
    Helen Leier, Stanchfield, supported revising the plan to add disc golf to Frandsen County Park on Rush Lake. The motion passed unanimously to revise the parks plans for Ki-Chi-Saga and Frandsen. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)

    Despite wet week, summer is still one of warmest  Jul 23, 2009
    Disc golf is also surging this year, she said. Randall Hoskins, owner of American Roofing, said the weather's been fantastic for his industry. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Disc Golf opening scheduled for July 25  Jul 22, 2009
    Published: Tuesday, July 21, 2009 8:56 AM CDT On Saturday, July 25, there will be a Grand Opening celebration at the Sunnyside Disc Golf Course in Atlantic ... The opening will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Camblin Shelter in Sunnyside Park and will also feature expert demonstrations for anyone interested in learning more about the rules or techniques of disc golf. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    G&F, city discuss park on BLM land  Jul 21, 2009
    Among suggested ideas for uses of the sagebrush lands are a mountain biking agility course, disc golf, a dog park, trails, hiking and biking. This will be low-impact stuff requiring little maintenance and management, said Rick Manchester, director of parks, recreation and public facilities. (Cody Enterprise, WY)

    State Games off and running  Jul 19, 2009
    The sporting events are the same ones found in the Olympic and Pan-American games, plus a few local favorites including disc golf, electronic darts and pickleball. "It's the melting pot, bringing all these disciplines together, that makes it unique," Sanford Gall said. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Weekend Festivals  Jul 18, 2009
    Details: Events are planned around town, from a chili cookoff, car show and shine, disc golf tournament, trout fishing and more. The car cruise will zoom through downtown from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Summer fun on the slopes atbargain prices  Jul 16, 2009
    You can also redeem your bucks for disc golf, geocaching, spa treatments, golf, dining, or mountain bike and boat rentals. Take a chairlift ride to the top of the mountain, then hike down while picking huckleberries along the way. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    NB marks 106th birthday  Jul 16, 2009
    Disc Golf Tournament will start at 10 a.m. and go until 4 p.m., Winsor Disc Park. A Taste of Downtown will feature local vendors near Sozos Tea & Coffee from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free ice cream from 1 to 3 p.m.. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Traveling Wall memorial set to arrive on Tuesday (32)  Jul 14, 2009
    To accommodate the tribute, the basketball courts and disc golf course at Timber-Linn will be closed through Monday. For more information, call Tanya Kramer at (541) 979-2870 or visit. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    Lum's legacy lives on  Jul 12, 2009
    Lum Park, on 38 acres, features a swimming beach, 18 RV campsites, pavilions and grills, shelters, a boat landing, fishing pier, playground, two sand volleyball courts, memorial benches and trees and disc golf. Of all the features, Mooney said the popularity of the disc golf course may be a surprise. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)

    Y offers activities to combat "I'm bored'  Jul 10, 2009
    Fridays 10 a.m. disc golf at Fuller Park and group choice all day (bring swimwear. . (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar: 7/5/09  Jul 5, 2009
    July 25 Disc Golf Tournament. Pittsburgh Flying Disc Society. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    CPC approves funds to advertise disc golf grand opening  Jul 4, 2009
    Published: Friday, July 3, 2009 8:56 AM CDT Members of the Community Promotion Commission (CPC) approved funding of 120 to help advertise a grand opening celebration for the Sunnyside Disc Golf Course during their meeting on Thursday. ADVERTISEMENT. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    Keokuk Fourth of July celebration  Jul 4, 2009
    8:30 a.m. Disc golf tournament. 9:30 a.m. Kiddie parade registration at Triangle Park. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    Around the Tri-State Area this weekend  Jul 3, 2009
    Keokuks Fourth of July celebration kicks off at 8:30 with a disc golf tournament and ends with fireworks later that evening. All activities are held at Rand Park. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    North Iowa celebrates July 4th  Jul 2, 2009
    The afternoon begins with a disc golf tournament in River Park. Registration is at 1 p.m. with the competition at 2 p.m. For information, call 641-512-7699. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Plenty of fun for all on the 4th of July  Jul 2, 2009
    The park will be hosting a 5k walk/run, a tennis event, skate park demonstration, a three-on-three basketball tournament, a disc golf tournament and other kids activities like three-legged races and obstacle courses ... 2 p.m. Disc Golf Tournament (register by 1:30 p.m.). (Big Sky Lone Peak Lookout, MT)

    Tri-States plan to celebrate nations birthday  Jul 2, 2009
    Saturdays schedule of activities in Rand Park starts at 8:30 a.m. with a disc golf tournament. Registration for a kids parade from Triangle Park to Rand Park starts at 9:30 a.m., with the parade beginning at 10 a.m.. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    4th of July fireworks, events planned across the Sierra  Jul 2, 2009
    The show can be seen around South Lake Tahoe including the following locations: South Lake Tahoe's two paddle wheelers, the Tahoe Queen and M.S. Dixie II, offer special dining/viewing packages The Tallac Historic Site, off Emerald Bay Road has an east-viewing perspective while nearby Baldwin Beach has picnic tables and fire pits Nevada Beach State Park has a sandy shoreline with barbecues and picnic tables Regan and El Dorado Beaches offers front-and-center seating that fills up... (KRNV.com, NV)

    Pattee Canyon folf course will open this week  Jun 29, 2009
    Disc golf players were anticipating a Wednesday start on a renovated course on the south side of Mount Sentinel. But delays in delivery of new baskets have pushed the first day back to Friday, July 3. (Missoulian, MT)

    PAT DODDS: Father, son make memories with travels  Jun 27, 2009
    We saw four minor-league baseball games, played five disc golf courses and visited two caves, four county fairs and two amusement parks. We saw real tourist attractions like the state Capitol, fake tourist attractions like the "Future Birthplace of Capt. James T. Kirk, " and tourist attractions based on books and movies like the "Field of Dreams" and "Bridges of Madison County." We even climbed to the highest point in the state (1,670 feet) -- a slight rise in a cornfield. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    Adult Leagues  Jun 27, 2009
    When I was first asked to do a story on the sport that is disc golf, I jumped at the opportunity ... The challenge of playing disc golf is similar to that of the traditional club-and-ball version of the sport ... It all started with some disc golf enthusiasts who were looking for a place to play that was close to home. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)

    Parks, trails, junk top Board agenda; ATVs and dirt bikes moved to front burner, again  Jun 26, 2009
    Frandsen Park may get a disc golf course, and there are costs associated with this that need to be identified in the official plan. Ki-Chi-Saga Park use is proposed to expand to allow more than the four ballfields originally designated in the Comp Plan. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)

    10 things to do in July  Jun 26, 2009
    Both parks also offer plenty of other options like disc golf, playgrounds and picnic shelters. Star Gaze. (Gillette News-Record, WY)

    BACKYARD COURSE - Bitterroot disc golfers find 127-acre spread in their own valley  Jun 23, 2009
    Allen Nuttall putts at the fifth hole at Spiritwood Disc Golf Course in Victor ... Not in droves, not at first, but in respectful pairs and reverent trios, shouldering nylon bags of multicolored, hard-plastic Frisbee discs, a couple of bucks for gratuity, and enough enthusiasm to make one wonder - how can a game like disc golf generate such a fervor among its devotees ... One can glean an inkling to that question by visiting the 127-acre Spiritwood Disc Golf. (Missoulian, MT)

    Disc golf course officially unveiled  Jun 21, 2009
    Carlisle Area Disc Golf Association invested money, volunteer hours into Shaffer Park project ... Daniel Bean, of Carlisle, attempts to land his disc in the basket during a game of disc golf at the grand opening of the Carlisle Area Disc Golf Association's course Saturday in Carlisle ... Tyler Closs, of Carlisle, tries to avoid a tree while tossing his disc during a game at the grand opening of the Carlisle Area Disc Golf Associations course Saturday at Shaffer Park in Carlisle. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Vedauwoo a rugged challenge for frisbee golfers  Jun 21, 2009
    In this May 31, 2009 photo, Rob Hamlin gets ready to tee off during a round of disc golf in Vedauwoo ... He added that disc golfers sometimes carry as many as 10 discs during a round of golf, with each being used for specific shots ... To even the playing field, disc golfers on the Vedauwoo course have to use the same disc for the entire round. (Gillette News-Record, WY)

    Puckerbrush Pie Contest Announced  Jun 18, 2009
    The Forest City Chamber of Commerce and the Forest City Disc Golf Course will be sponsoring a pie-baking contest during Puckerbrush Days ... The non-winning pies will be sold off slice by slice in an effort to raise funds for improvement and maintenance of the Forest City Disc Golf Course. (Forest City Summit, IO)

    EA creates a racket (and a golf club) on the Wii  Jun 18, 2009
    There's also a wide variety of lighthearted party games, including a version of disc golf that could have been a standalone release. Four stars out of four. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Frisbees spin for SMA cause this weekend  Jun 16, 2009
    Frisbees will fly this weekend at the Norfolk Hunt Club property on North Street, as experienced and novice disc golfers of all ages gather to play - or learn - a sport that combines Frisbee-throwing with golf. A disc golf tournament, clinics and open play are part of a two-day fundraiser, called Hunt for a Cure, to benefit the Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (FSMA) ... The idea for a disc golf tournament originated with Tatro, an elementary school physical education teacher in the Needham... (Medfield Press, MA)

    Fourth of July celebration in Keokuk to feature several activities  Jun 16, 2009
    Fourth of July events begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, at the park with a disc golf tournament and a volleyball tournament. Tournament entry details will be available as they are developed. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    Low-budget fun in Aspen? Head to the outdoors  Jun 16, 2009
    Once you're there, pick up a score card and map to play on a mountaintop game of disc golf. The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers free, 45-minute guided nature walks that leave from the top of the gondola line on the hour, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Army Corps of Engineers Will Host National Get Outdoors Day Activities at Eight Corps Project Sites  Jun 5, 2009
    Among the outdoor recreation activities at these sites are geocaching (a high-tech version of treasure hunting using the latest handheld electronic devices), hiking, bicycling, photography contests, scuba and water safety demonstrations, Dutch oven cooking, disc golf competitions, children's fishing derby, environmental education and virtual fishing simulator. Dozens of other Corps of Engineers project sites will also hold events in support of National Get Outdoors Day. (PR Newswire)

    What to do? The top 10 things to keep your kids busy this month  Jun 5, 2009
    - The Energy Rotary Club Disc Golf Course takes the game to a new level as a wide variety of terrain covers the course. This 18-hole course at the Cam-plex Park may not have water, but trees, shrubbery and hills make this a challenge to beginners or experts. (Gillette News-Record, WY)

    Flying discs spotted locally  Jun 4, 2009
    The summer months are once again beckoning sportsmen outdoors to send their discs flying toward shining metal goals - disc golf goals, that is. Disc golf is spreading like wildfire and steadily making its way into mainstream sports ... Disc golf has become such a big deal around these parts that the 2009 Pro, Amateur and Junior World Championship will be held right here in Kansas City at the end of July. (University News, MO)

    Utah Sports Store Park's Sportsman Sponsors Wild Outdoors Festival & STIHL Timbersports Series at Thanksgiving Point  Jun 3, 2009
    Park's Sportsman will demonstrate products in camping, backpacking, Airsoft, mountain and road bikes, and disc golf ... The festival also includes: fly fishing demos stationary steer roping buck wild bull riding a mountain bike course Air Force simulator (Friday only) geo caching activities archery ATV's Boats Outfitters dog agility competitions fly tying camping displays including tent building and packing competitions disc golf Airsoft guns rock comlbing BBQ and Dutch oven cooking, Subaru... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Father, son share love of golf  Jun 1, 2009
    POCATELLO -- Jim Lewis played disc golf in the late 1970s, but quit playing for a number of years ... Lewis and his son, Dallen Lewis, 10, took advantage of the afternoon's cloud cover to play nine holes of disc golf at Ross Park ... The object of the game is to traverse a course from beginning to end in the fewest number of throws of the disc, according to the Professional Disc Golf Association. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)

    Disc golf course to gain additional holes  May 31, 2009
    An expansion is planned for the disc golf course at Bartlesville s Sooner Park ... Disc golf, also known as frisbee golf, involves players throwing discs into baskets or at targets. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    More of this story  May 30, 2009
    Disc golf course to gain additional holes By E-E City Editor Friday, May 29, 2009 2:54 PM CDT. An expansion is planned for the disc golf course at Bartlesville s Sooner Park ... Disc golf, also known as frisbee golf, involves players throwing discs into baskets or at targets. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    Wilmington Recreation presents Sports Jam  May 29, 2009
    Built on the core sports of baseball, basketball and soccer, this sports camp will add flag football, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, dodgeball, disc golf, team handball and kick ball as well as games like shark attack and safari to provide the variety children this age enjoy. Sports Jam will be held at the Middle School Aug. 10-14. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)

    Senior events set9:59 am | (No comments posted.)  May 27, 2009
    Watertown 50 Plus Disc Golf League will begin on June 4 and continue through July 29 at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Slumberland Disc Golf Course located off 10th Avenue North next to the Kiddie Pond. This will be a nine hole league and all skill levels including beginners are welcome to participate, but must be 50 years of age or older. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)

    Haines Brewfest  May 22, 2009
    And for those who like a little more laid-back pace in the morning, there is a disc golf tournament at 10 a.m. at the fairgrounds. Darlin is the contact at 766-2272 for more information. (Juneau Empire)

    Area parks booked for holiday weekend  May 22, 2009
    One change visitors to the state parks will find this year is that parking will cost more - $5 instead of $3 - said Eric Bentley, park manager at Fort Yargo State Park, which added a disc golf course to the park's amenities. "We're not sure if that will hurt business or not affect it in any way," Bentley said. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Out on the course  May 18, 2009
    Glenn Gaston / Special to The Citizen Kyle Hunt tosses his Frisbee on the first hole at the Disc Golf Tournament at Emerson Park Sunday ... Disc golf is a sport that crosses golf with Frisbee, creating a new activity that can be enjoyed at almost any age ... On Sunday, the Eat Well, Play Hard coalition teamed up with Emerson Park to put together a Disc Golf Tournament. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    City Park gets minor facelift  May 16, 2009
    ConcernedCitizen wrote on May 13, 2009 3:38 PM:" I wish they would fix up the nature walk as well. The old foundation and overgrowth of trees aren't very appealing to visitors and town residents. I play a lot of disc golf when I'm off at school, and would enjoy doing the same when I'm at home, but sometimes it's impossible to play due to the shape of the Nature Walk. Sometimes it's not mowed. ". You must register with a valid email to post comments. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)

    Give disc golf a shot  May 14, 2009
    Sam Tenney / The Citizen A family disc golf tournament will be held this weekend on the course at Emerson Park. On Sunday, the local Eat Well Play Hard program is sponsoring a free disc golf tournament at the Emerson Park course ... We want to increased exposure of people to disc golf. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Family activities scheduled for May  May 4, 2009
    Beginning this coming weekend, families can attend a skating, biking and skateboarding safety clinic, baseball at the park, a disc golf tournament and a children's run all in or around Auburn ... What: Family disc golf tournament. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    SCSDB offers 'Thrills and Skills' at 2009 summer camps  May 2, 2009
    Camp for the deaf adventures include a ropes course, scuba, disc golf, field games, horseback riding, water park adventures, karate, sign language and team building. Early registration is recommended, and free bus transportation is available to the camp. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Bigfoot's Stomping Grounds  Apr 28, 2009
    This tiny town lays claim to Bigfoot heritage and backs it up at the Bigfoot Museum (more accurately, the Bigfoot wing of the Willow Creek-China Flat Museum) and an annual Bigfoot Days event with a parade, live music and a disc golf tournament (which sounds UFO themed, really). It's also where the most famous Bigfoot footage was filmed. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)

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