Showing off the new campus Jun 25, 2008
Guests can also rent inflatable toys like slides and jump houses, canoes and banana bikes as well as enjoy a variety of games like disc golf and geo-caching with a GPS. The facility also has an outdoor stage complete with costumes, an outdoor movie screen and an above-ground swimming pool and hot tub. In 1893 the Albion State Normal School was established by Idaho Legislature as one of two Normal Schools in the state, which trained teachers. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Jack Mattox park adds disc golf course Jun 24, 2008
Gabriella Gray, 9, of Rock Spring Elementary is one of the first groups to play on the new 9 Hole Disc Golf course on Friday ... Chattanooga Flying Disc Club Director Scott Homberg said his most recent efforts to expose area kids to one of the fastest growing sports of America, is the new "9 Hole Junior Disc Golf Course" at the Jack Mattox Recreation Complex he helped develop ... "When you approach someone about disc golf it's hard for someone to take you serious," Homberg said. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
9 Hole Junior Disc Golf Course opens at Jack Mattox Recreation Complex. Jun 22, 2008
9 Hole Junior Disc Golf Course opens at Jack Mattox Recreation Complex ... A joint partnership between the Catoosa County Parks and Recreation Department, the Chattanooga Flying Disc Club (CFDC) along with local support from Evergreen Synthetic Turf, Home Depot, and Ringgold Telephone company has made possible the addition of a 9 hole Disc Golf course to this beautiful local park, which already contains something for everyone with 7 ball fields, a walking track, a wetlands area, a pond, and now... (Catoosa County News, GA)
Clubs plan second Starlight Festival Jun 21, 2008
This festival will feature a day of fun-filled activities, including disc golf demonstrations at the newly completed nine hole course, musical acts and a variety of other entertainment throughout the evening. Children may play on the newly installed playground equipment and all may enjoy walking the VITA path. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Waterloo parks pay heavy toll from flood Jun 21, 2008
"Officials are waiting for the water to fall before assessing a new trail running through Exchange Park and the disc golf course, which is known to have suffered some minor damage.Safety material below several city play structures washed away and the city will be evaluating the playgrounds before opening back up.Elsewhere in the Waterloo park system:The Riverview Recreation Area, formerly known as the Mitchell Avenue sand pits, remains under water and likely suffered heavy damage. That includes... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Ask the Expert: Mitch Smith Jun 21, 2008
Mitch Smith " *Member ID: *Password: Remember login?( You must be loggedin to comment.It's free and quick! Cycling: June 26 Barbecuing: July 2 Metal Detecting: July 3 Hiking/Walking: July 10 Golf: July 17 Geocaching: July 24 Birdwatching: July 31 Tennis: August 7 Rockhounding: August 14 Running: August 21 Flying: August 28 Disc Golf: September 4 Shooting: September 11 All Lebanon-express articles run in the print edition in the week after the dates listed above. If you have content you would... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Fishing Forum: What's your best fishing story? Jun 21, 2008
Disc Golf: September 4. Shooting: September 11. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Locks to reopen for July boaters Jun 20, 2008
In other business Thursday, the Port Authority heard a proposal from Brian Graham, the director of the Professional Disc Golf Association, to develop a nine-hole disc golf course along the grassy levee near the Boathouse building on the Savannah River ... The Augusta area already has several disc golf courses that have grown in popularity, he said ... "We thought disc golf would be a great fit for this area of the river.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Paddlers' paradise Jun 19, 2008
"Essential gearHelmet: A good helmet is an absolute requirement for whitewater kayaking. Your head is especially vulnerable in fast water because of rocks and other debris. Helmets are optional for recreational types.Personal Flotation Device: A PFD designed for kayakers has extra-large armholes and is cut high in the back to allow for a comfortable seated position. Good PFDs start at about 40. Cheaper ones might fit basic safety requirements, but may chafe at the arms. This is not the place to... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Flooding forces move of some Homestead Days events Jun 15, 2008
The horseshoe tournament will still take place, but the disc golf tournament has been canceled. The Saturday night firework display will still go on and will take place after the Beatrice Speedway races are completed. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Plethora of festivals sure to entertain all Jun 14, 2008
Description: Music, camping, swimming, disc golf, dancing, organic food, sustainable living workshops and much more. The focus of this party is conservation. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Grand opening for disc golf course in Stanley Saturday Jun 13, 2008
The city is holding a grand opening of the 10-hole course at 2 p.m. Saturday of the Mahr s Meadow Disc Golf Park, off of County O on the west side of Chapman Park. The disc golf park is across the street from the football field ... Disc golf is a game in which flying discs are thrown. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Hurricane victims come to GF Jun 13, 2008
The first stop was a river greenway area on the south side of Grand Forks known as Lincoln Drive Park, where homes have been replaced with trails, nature preserve, picnic sites, camping areas, a disc golf course and a dog park. Several members of the group took pictures of a plaque showing the history of the neighborhood and flooding. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Shortened holes get disc golf the OK Jun 12, 2008
Board Chairman Jeff McDonnell said the plan reasonably satisfies some of the concerns of the neighbors who oppose disc golf in the park. "The supervisors are not experts in disc golf or recreation," McDonnell said. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Bandstand should be up by Festival, board learns Jun 12, 2008
The mayor pro-tem also pointed out that the new disc golf course opened Saturday at the park, to much praise. -- The board approved a 500 donation to the Fourth of July fireworks program at the Fairgrounds in Carmi. (Carmi Times, IL)
Donations needed for July 4 fireworks Jun 10, 2008
A disc golf tournament will start at 8:30 a.m. in the park. There is a small charge for the volleyball tournament and disc golf tournament ... 8:30 a.m. Disc golf tournament. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Crossville's new disc golf course opens Jun 7, 2008
GIVING BACK TO CROSSVILLE - Betty Nelson of Carmi and Vonda Potter of Crossville pose at Crossville's new disc golf course, a family project located at the park just east of the school in the village ... Of course, what's being played isn't the kind of golf featuring clubs and golf balls, but a new variety: disc golf ... One of the advantages to disc golf, he said, is that it's inexpensive to play (there is no fee for the use of the course; the only cost is for a disc). (Carmi Times, IL)
Friday, June 6, 2008 News Summary Jun 7, 2008
A new disc golf course will open Saturday in Crossville. A local man was arrested Thursday at the Courthouse in Carmi. (Carmi Times, IL)
Four are up for park board Jun 5, 2008
Other additions could include a pet park, upgrading of horseshoe facilities, soccer fields, a disc golf course and implementation of a boat ramp located on Mandan's side of the river, Allan said. Knoll: "The park board has some excellent facilities and programs. In 2009, we will be bringing to Mandan the men's 40 and over regional softball tournament. The golf courses saw an average of 45,000 rounds played and we just finished remodeling the fitness center at the Community Center. We will have... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Sports Briefs Jun 5, 2008
Introduction to disc golf scheduled for July 10 ... - Join park staff for an introduction to disc golf on Thursday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m., at the Pro Shop in Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park ... After the lesson, play a round of disc golf for free. (Dowagiac News, MI)
TOWN TRAVELS: Krape: The jewel of public parks Jun 1, 2008
Beyond the picnickers, people are wandering the wooded area playing disc golf on the Yellow Creek Adventure Golf Course. The park also boasts tennis courts, nature trails, sledding hills, cross country skiing trails, a bike path, and a baseball diamond. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Sanchez bringing new fitness class to area seniors May 30, 2008
Seniors were also introduced to disc golf - a game that utilizes a flying disc instead of a ball and clubs. Just like in golf, disc golf players take as many strokes needed to reach a chain-metal basket down the course. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Snowmass Announces Rocky Mountains Summer Festivals and Immense Mountain Vacation Possibilities May 29, 2008
include a wellness festival, on-going music festivals, a July 4th holiday celebration, a Hot Air Balloon Festival paired with a Wine & Jazz festival, and eight athletic competitions ranging from mountainboarding to disc golf. In addition to weekend festivals, the weekdays in Snowmass are filled with activities. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Chairlifts In July? May 25, 2008
Bungee trampoline, an obstacle course, a climbing wall, hula hoops, disc golf, silver nugget mining, scavenger hunts and guided nature walks are just a sampling of the mostly free activities. There's also daily entertainment - storytelling, bluegrass music, juggling shows - and the Sundeck Restaurant, where you can fill up on sandwiches, salads and pizza while taking in glorious views of the Elk Mountains before tackling one of the hiking or biking trails. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Outdoor adventure in the city May 25, 2008
The city also boasts an 18-hole disc golf course that s free to play. If you understand the concept of golf and can throw a Frisbee, you should be able to figure this one out. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Now playing: The Great Outdoors May 24, 2008
Showers, playground, picnic areas with three shelters, volleyball court, basketball court, soccer field, 5; miles of nature trails, 15-mile horse and separate ATV trail and horseshoe pits, disc golf. Fishing and skiing is the main attraction on this 800-acre lake. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Seniors trek to healthy fitness May 23, 2008
There will also be disc golf and the new enhanced fitness class. We have all the trainers ready to go for the enhanced fitness class and we hope to get that started in June, Sandoval said. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
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In addition, The Park District will provide 3,780 in free passes for swimming, mini-golf, boating and disc golf for kids in the program and its staff members will help with craft projects. District 145 will provide facilities, a free lunch for all kids involved, and transportation for field trips. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
CHAD DUNDAS: Disc golf's best to turn out at Zoo Town Open May 21, 2008
Missoulian: CHAD DUNDAS: Disc golf's best to turn out at Zoo Town Open ... CHAD DUNDAS: Disc golf's best to turn out at Zoo Town Open ... Feldberg has become one of the top players in the world in the orb-tossing game that goes by a variety of names disc golf, Frisbee golf or folf, for short. (Missoulian, MT)
Legislature deals with building issues May 15, 2008
- Cayuga County Parks and Trails could be installing new concrete tee surfaces at the disc golf course at Emerson Park. Parks and Trails Director Gary Duckett told members of the public works committee that the tee pads from which disc golfers make their first throw at each hole will give the course a more professional and positive feel ... Money for the project would likely be raised through fundraisers from the Central New York Disc Golf Association, Duckett said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Conservation Board sees progress, challenges May 14, 2008
According to Conservation Director John Pullis, the new shelter house for the disc golf course at Oakland Mills is now ready for use. "It turned out really nice," Pullis said. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Fifth annual Hamilton Disc Golf League starts today May 9, 2008
The Hamilton Disc Golf League begins today at Gordon's Grove (formerly Hamilton City Park) on the corner of Ninth and Keokuk streets. Sign-up is from 6 to 6:30 p.m. at the shelter house located by hole No. 1. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Bloggers' challenge: Name one thing that would make Cache Valley a better place to live May 8, 2008
SkullKing wrote on May 7, 2008 10:07 PM:" There are many ideas posted here that would make cache valley better...namely things that add to the social scene in cache valley, which is severely lacking if you're not LDS. Personally I think something that would be really great for cache valley is a good sized 18 hole disc golf course, free to the public. Complete with concrete tees, moveable disc catchers/baskets, scattered pavilions, a playground or two, drinking fountains, and PLENTY of outdoors... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Hunt joins MP News team May 3, 2008
His interests include golf, reading, photography and disc golf. Golden Triangle Media. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Disc golf may be reinstated May 2, 2008
Supervisor Michael Fox said he could support a nine-hole disc golf course, where there had been 18 ... Fox said he wasn't sure how much environmental impact a disc golf course creates in the park ... Supervisors Vice Chairman Bob Birch asked why the park and recreation board voted against a nine-hole course alternative previously presented by a disc golf sub-committee. (Springfield Sun, PA)
'Making the world better...' May 2, 2008
The Mt. Pleasant Group of Rachel's Challenge, an organization formed to honor Rachel Joy Scott, the first person killed during the Columbine shootings, celebrated Earth Week by planting trees at Riverview Disc Golf Course at Oakland Mills. The 45 students that took part in the tree planting were chosen by teachers and came from the sixth, seventh and eighth grades. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Rock hunters, knappers invade Skunk River at Oakland Mills May 2, 2008
Rock hunters and flint-knappers - those who chisel arrowheads from stone - from as far away as Minnesota congregated last weekend in tents and RVs between the disc golf course and the Skunk River at Oakland Mills for the annual knap-in, complete with demonstrations. Tom Ryan, knap-in co-organizer with Les Lerner, said, "The public always seems to be interested, and we're glad to help educate people (about the way people lived) and offer (knapped stones) to people interested in purchasing them.". (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Folf off for now in Pattee Canyon May 2, 2008
Thursday was the scheduled opening date for the disc golf course, but the day passed without much fanfare. A sign reading Folf Course Closed greeted all who came to celebrate with a few tosses. (Missoulian, MT)
Music fest coming to LaFayette May 2-4 Apr 21, 2008
A disc golf course will be set and disc golf matches will be held, as well as kick ball. Seafood Sammy s vending will be on hand for patrons to purchase food, such as hamburgers, hotdogs and plates. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Registration open for Keystone State Games Apr 20, 2008
The Summer Games offer over 30 sports including archery, baseball, basketball, baton twirling, beach volleyball, bowling, disc golf, diving, fencing, field hockey, 6 on 6 field hockey, golf, gymnastics, ice hockey, inline hockey, judo, karate, lacrosse, masters swimming, shooting sports, sled hockey, soccer, 7 on 7 soccer, softball, swimming, table tennis, tae kwon do, tennis, track and field, volksmarch, volleyball, water polo, weightlifting/powerlifting and wrestling ... The Senior Games, for... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Frisbee: Evans wins championship Apr 20, 2008
Last summer, Nick Evans hoped to get plenty of practice to build on his top-10 finish at the inaugural Collegiate Disc Golf Championships in April. As it turned out, he couldn't even pick up a disc. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Recreation & Camps Calendar Apr 20, 2008
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. 9U Select Team Tryouts: Central Mississippi team needs two players to complete roter. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Disc golf tourney planned at Iowa Western Apr 17, 2008
Thursday 17 April, 2008. Registration for the tournament is 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. followed by tee time at 9:30 a.m. Participants will play two rounds of 18 holes. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
B-K student knows the value of helping others Apr 14, 2008
He helps at the local food pantry and created a disc golf course for his community for his Eagle Scout project. Besides community service, Lovgren is senior class president, president of the school s chapter of the National Honor Society and works part time at Fareway. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Tourney toss Apr 13, 2008
Rob Chandler made the drive from Bryan/College Station to play in the Spring Fling Open disc golf tournament at McDade Park Saturday morning. The tournament was a C-tier Professional Disc Golf Association event. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Spring Fling Apr 12, 2008
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Pendleton King Park offers nearby refuge Apr 10, 2008
CEMETERY, TRAILS AND DISC GOLF: The Bugg family cemetery, surrounded by a brick wall, was restored by members of the Augusta Council of Garden Clubs ... The park also has nature trails that are great for bird watching, Mrs. Mills said, and a disc golf course where people play rain or shine. (The Augusta Chronicle)
City’s new Web site is up and running Apr 9, 2008
As of Tuesday night, the events listed with the Star Losers contest sponsored by the Kewanee YMCA and the Star Courier, Thursday s Ag Open House at Black Hawk East College and a disc golf league tournament coming up at Chautauqua Park. The site also will allow the city to post alerts about emergencies or other events. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Geode Fest shifts location to Montebello Access Apr 9, 2008
Woodruff said a countywide cruise night, city garage sales and the Hamilton disc golf tournaments could take place at the same time. Rock collectors from as far away as Florida, Georgia, California, Texas, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania and an interested person from France have participated in Geode Fest. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Disc golf course at Myrtle Park completed Apr 8, 2008
A disc golf course at Myrtle Park in Leesville finally came to fruition aftyer much planning. Boy Scouts of Troop 75 put the finishing touches on a Disc Golf course this past Saturday at Myrtle Park here in Leesville ... The disc golf course was an Eagle Scout project done by Brooks Cowan, a Life Scout. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Partnership boosts sport's growth Apr 7, 2008
Brian Graham, the executive director of the Professional Disc Golf Association, is extending an open invitation to one and all to visit the PDGA-managed International Disc Golf Center in Columbia County's Wildwood Park. The facility includes a clubhouse, pro shop, Headrick Memorial Museum, Disc Golf Hall of Fame, several practice holes and two disc golf courses ... "We have a lot of traditional golfers who take up disc golf, and they're amazed at the similarity," Mr. Graham said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Time out -- grab some peace Apr 6, 2008
You are not logged in. Current weather conditions. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Playing some disc golf Apr 6, 2008
Atlanta Open Disc Golf Tournament. Rachel Conley, 21, of Athens wipes her disc dry before tossing it during the the Atlanta Open disc golf tournament, a qualifier for the U.S. Disc Golf Championship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Disc golfers turn out for inaugural tourney Apr 6, 2008
Despite the mud, about 30 disc golfers came out to play Saturday morning at the inaugural tournament at The Woods at Saint Mary s University, a disc golf course that has been open since its construction in summer 2006. Disc golf was founded by Steady Ed Hedrick in 1976 ... Rod Hosley of Winona, takes a shot at the hole No. 2 basket during the Saint Mary's Disc Golf Open Saturday at The Woods disc golf course on the SMU campus in Winona. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Keep park accessible, business leaders say Apr 5, 2008
These comments came in between suggestions for a dog park, expanded disc golf opportunities and planting a clustered forest to offset carbon emissions ... Ron Cole who is with the Wild Rivers Disc Golf Club said the trees should be protected to maintain the park for everyday users and not just those who revel there twice a year. (Daily Triplicate)
So little time, so much to do Mar 30, 2008
If you've ever wondered about disc golf, try the course at Greenway Park. The nine holes range from 215 feet to 405 feet. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
City parks open Tuesday for summer reservations (13) Mar 29, 2008
Albany parks include six regulation softball ball fields and numerous smaller diamonds; disc golf courses in Timber-Linn and Bryant Parks; basketball courts; fishing; horseshoe pits; and walking/biking trails. For more information on sporting event opportunities, contact Bruce Edwards, sports program manager, at 5917-7773. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Need to drive? Well ... Sometimes we just want to Mar 26, 2008
They also wanted to play some disc golf and test-drive the newly opened Interstate 40 bypass southwest of Greensboro ... Disc golf in Barber Park in Greensboro, on the other hand, was free. (News & Observer)
County residents urged to click on link, help Appomattox secure grant for park bleachers Mar 20, 2008
"Look in the dictionary under "rural hometown America", and you'll find Appomattox, Virginia. But don't let our small size fool you...we dream extra-large, and our new Appomattox County Community Park is living proof of that. Let's give a "big hand" to Appomattox County Department of Parks and Recreation for providing children and adults alike a place for baseball, softball, football, frisbee disc golf, hiking, biking and more.....there's only one small problem....no bleachers! The money ran out... (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Sleep trends Mar 19, 2008
Quiet moments: Stop the world a grab some peace : North County Times - Californian. Californian Columnists. (North County Times)
Disc-O Dancin’ Mar 19, 2008
Stretching out as far as he could to get out of the tree where his last shot landed, Brandon Goldner makes his putt with a branch in his face as he and many others take advantage of Tuesday afternoon s unexpected sunshine by playing a round of disc golf at Willamette Park. GT Reader Comments. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
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I also spend quite a bit of time playing disc golf in the Scratchgravel Hills. Besides that I spend every morning at Morning Light Coffee reading scripture and books on theology. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Ice bowl shows dedication of disc golf players Feb 13, 2008
Over 60 disc golfers from around the tri-state area converged on Rodeo Park Saturday to take part in Fort Madison Disc Golf League's Annual Ice Bowl , simultaneously raising money and food items for the Fort Madison Food Pantry ... Man, I knew I should have laid up, said local disc golfer Dirk Williams as his drive catches a overhanging limb and lands in trouble ... It really is amazing how much standard golf has leaked into the sport of disc golf, including the proverbial jinx. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Proposals sought for master plan Feb 12, 2008
There are 10 miles of developed mountain bike trails, eight miles of hiking trails, leisure biking trails, cross-country ski trails, a disc golf course, a tubing hill, picnic shelters, two softball fields, fishing, hunting and a group camp. Several family events are held there such as a harvest festival and a movie in the park. (Dowagiac News, MI)
City's new park plans seem promising Feb 1, 2008
challenging your buddy to a match on the disc golf course. Fresno's parks department is on a roll. (Fresno Bee)
