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Word about the Past ......
Newsletter - November 2009
The snowfall from another big snow winter, hopefully not a trend, left in time to an April 7 open, a little earlier than usual. The greens were stubborn, but did come in with time and care. And then, rain, rain, rain (and more rain). We were very fortunate that we never had to close, and always had carts available. Seems like summer lasted for three weeks in August and September! The course is still very lush…it’s a shame winter is on the way!
Some “thank you’s” we must share this year:
In regards to the Swing Into Golf clinic, many thanks to Ron Moody for running with the ball for organizing a successful day. Also to the members, and golf coaches and players, who volunteered their time. And to the sponsors who made the day possible: Augusta Elks Lodge, Gardiner Elks Lodge, and Pine State Trading. The kids all seemed to have a great time, I’m sure they thank you all, too!
The Ladies Invitational had another successful year, with the hard work of The Meadows Ladies Golf Association volunteers. And “Team Meadows” survived the 5K Walk for Hope in Augusta! Cancer survivors thank you for all your support in their causes, and kudos to you all as well from all of us here at the club!
Many thanks to our members and guests for your support in a great season! We hope you have enjoyed being here, and look forward to having you back with us again in 2010. Work has continued to improve the course, and we appreciate that you have acknowledged all our improvements.
Some
of our improvements this year have been the following:
* 7th Hole: Rebuilt cart path
* 14th Hole: Rebuilt cart path
* Ditching throughout the course to improve drainage (and boy was there
a lot to drain!)
* Added an early dose of snow mold deterrent; sprayed to hopefully help lessen the effects of any snow mold
We truly hope these improvements will significantly contribute to make golfing more pleasant at The Meadows!
Congratulations to the champions of our two major
tournaments of the 2009 Season:
See Our Champions Page
For A Listing of the Winners
2009 Hole in One Honors:
Charles Lincoln Hole #7
Steve Foss Hole #5
Mike Mansir Hole #3
Congratulations,
and better luck to the rest of us in 2010 !
A Word
about the Present ...... as another Maine winter approaches. The course and clubhouse are being prepared for the end of the season, currently planning to close November 15. If you are in need of GIFT CERTIFICATES or HOLIDAY GIFTS, feel free to see Owen in the garage next to the 18th green. He will be here Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 4AM-12PM, and on Wednesday 4AM-9AM, through the end of December.
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OUTDOOR
TEE SIGNS
Groceries, pizza, gas, propane, and more! All available right here in Litchfield at G&G General and Propane on Richmond Road.
Winter is on the way! Give Rick a call at Gowell’s Cash Fuel in Litchfield to help you with your heating needs.
If you are looking to add a new table for your recreation room, or if you have one in need of repair, the guy to call is Guy Jasmine at Bowdoin Billiards.
Why take your RV to someone for repairs? Simply call Jon Lizotte at L&L Mobile RV Repairs. “The Camper Doctor…We Still Make House Calls”
Is the well drying up? Need a new one? Call C & R Well Drilling on the Litchfield Road in
Bowdoin.
Ready to unload your property or the stuff from the late Aunt Jane’s attic? You could do no better than to call D. A. Folsom Auction Services, based in Raymond and Gardiner.
Sandwiches, wine, beer, and bottle redemption are always good possibilities at Florian’s Market in Auburn. Say “Hi” to Junior!
Are you in need of auto, home or business insurance? If so, give the fine people at Cross Insurance a call.
Hungry? You’ll always find a good meal at the Country Café just up the road toward the turnpike on route 126. Best food in town!
Lots of farm equipment opportunities await you at Waterman Farm Machinery at the corner of Routes #126 and #197 in
Sabattus.
Propane is their business - Suburban Propane, that is. Ready to serve your household or business needs from Riverside Drive in Augusta.
The famous blue, red, and white sign means Pepsi-Cola. We’re pleased to be served by the folks at Pepsi Bottling Group in Auburn.
Need stone work done? Why not call Craig at Aronson Stonework in Litchfield.
Low on heating oil? Need some K-1? Why not call the good folks at Main Street Fuel in Richmond? They’ll happily meet your heating needs.
Do you need some electrical work done? If so, call Baker Electric or Winthrop Electric for superior service at a comfortable price.
Having a party? Please remember the people at Pine State Distributors for your party needs.
In need of good quality brand name appliances? Contact the fine people at Dave’s Appliance. Servicing all brands, sales and parts.
Are you planning a large party and need help with your food? If so, give the people at Town & Country a call. They are there to assist you any way they can.
Contact the team at Lightspeed Cable Solutions for all your cable, data systems, fiber optic systems & integration system needs.
SCORE
– CARD ADS
Not only does the name of the good folks at Pepsi Bottling Group grace one of our tee signs, but it is also found on our scorecards, too. All of our fine Pepsi products come from them.
Visit the folks at Fast Breaks on Lisbon Street in Lewiston for some fun, good food and drink…and don’t forget to take the $1.00 off coupon from your scorecard, too!
And,
A Word about the Future ......
Please check out the membership rates for the 2010- season on our Fees
Web Page.
We did get the ball rolling this season with some new games this season. The Members Socials seemed successful (Except for that darned rain! Boy, we said that a lot this summer!), and the Member/Member and Member/Guest events came off very well for the first season. The Couples Championship (twice delayed!) finally came together, and would have had over 20 players if it was played on the original date! We plan to continue those, and hope to form a “Members Committee” come spring that can help keep these events going and growing, and work on new ideas also!
We will do our best to keep you informed of what we have upcoming. If you do use email, make sure to include it in the space provided on the 2010 Membership Application, being mailed in early January. We did get in what email addresses we had this year, but make sure to let me know if yours has changed or you didn’t receive any emails this summer.
Let us assure you that in the months and years ahead we will still do our best to consistently provide you with quality golf at reasonable prices. We will work to treat others as we expect to be treated - with fairness, respect, honesty and support.
Thank you, once again, for your business in the past. We look forward to serving you again in the future! You are important to us.
All of us at The Meadows
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