A fundraising initiative started in 2015 in the United States is coming to Saskatoon in support of Golf Canada’s Youth on Course program.
Youth on Course is an program that allows members to play participating courses for just $5. On August 28 at Silverwood Golf Course, participants will raise funds and walk 100 holes all in support of Youth on Course. Golf Canada’s National Manager of Youth on Course and Events, Nathalie Mihalek said the program helps provide youth with access to affordable golf.
“The funds raised support Youth on Course, helping to break down financial barriers by subsidizing rounds of golf for youth. All the funds raised will support Youth on Course on the prairies,” she said.
The par-3 course in Saskatoon’s northeast end will open their front nine holes for the day. Participants will play 11 rounds and then all attendees will conclude the event with the 100th hole.
“Hikers will rally support from their network to help raise funds and donate to their challenge of playing 100 holes. This is all to support the mission of making golf more affordable and accessible.” Mihalek added.
Three golf courses in Saskatchewan currently offer Youth on Course. Valleyview Golf Club in Delisle, Deer Valley Golf Club north of Regina and Harbor Golf and RV Park in Elbow. Mihalek said the long-term benefit for clubs is juniors continuing to play into their adult years.
“For clubs, the benefit is to create positive relationships with juniors so when they age out of Youth on Course, they will continue to play the track with friends and family,” she said.
To register for the 100 Hole Hike click here.