Disc Golf @ St Mary's University - Sun, Jul 7 2024

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Disc Golf @ St Mary's University (7/7/2024)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Sport - Golf
Event Location:St Mary's University 14500 Bannister Rd SE
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jul 7 2024  1:30 PM
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Jul 7 2024 1:00:00 PM
Event Duration:2 hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Duane
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:7
Maximum No. Guests:0
Minimum Group Size:3
Maximum No. Guests Per Member:0
Number Registered So Far: 7 (Log in to see who's signed up.)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Disc Golf #216 ~ Beginners are welcome but this course is challenging ~

This is one of Calgary's newest courses. It features 9 baskets with an 18 hole layout. It is a mixture of well groomed and densely wooded areas. I don't recommend this course for those who have never played before.

Plan to join us at BK in nearby Shawnessy afterwards

Disc Golf is played much like regular golf, but instead of trying to hit a ball into a hole, players attempt to get discs into a basket in the least amount of throws. Similar to clubs in ball golf, there are different discs for each shot. There are hundreds of discs available on the market which generally fall into three categories: drivers; midranges and putters. It is recommended that you have one of each to start although one could get away with just a midrange (such as a 'Buzz') in the beginning. Frisbees are usually not suitable as they do not fly far enough but they'll suffice if you just want to give the game a try.

Beginners are always welcome but basic throwing skills are helpful in getting the most out of the game. If you participate in sports such as softball or ultimate frisbee, you should pick the game up fairly easily. Games are pretty casual and scorekeeping is optional. The goal here is to simply have fun while enjoying the great outdoors. If you do not have your own discs but want to give it a try we typically have plenty of extras on hand to lend out.


Required Items to Bring:
Golf Discs
Comfortable active wear for variable weather
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Water
Small towel to dry discs
Bug Spray

How to Get There:
Event Directions:
Take Bannister Road to 145 Avenue SE (entrance to Saint Mary's University). The road quickly splits into a one-way, just continue up the hill and you will soon see a large parking area. The Admin building pinned on the map below will be to your immediate left. Look for us in that general area.

**JUST WEST OF THE ADMIN BUILDING (FACING MACLEOD TRAIL) IS THE FIRST TEE OFF AND COURSE MAP. MEET BY THE MAP!


Notes:
Recommended investment in Disc Golf Discs are a putter, midrange and driver.
These are available at:
Don’s Hobby Shop – located at 1515 Centre St NW
Lifesport – located at 4711 85 St NW
Switching Gear YYC – located at 1130 10 Ave SE
Canadian Tire has set of 3 for $20 (summer 2022)


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Cost & Payment:
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