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100 british columbia The Okanagan Valley has long been noted as an outstanding vacation destination especially for golfers. The number of tourists who choose to tee it up here has always been a reflection of the sheer number of great golf resorts in the region (not to mention the unbeatable weather). The Canoe Creek Golf Course in Salmon Arm offers a traditional look with a modern approach. More than 7,000 yards of rolling fields, grass-faced bunkers, immaculate greens and striking water features combine to make up a course reminiscent of those in the British Isles. The Dave Barr-design allows you to hit driver off the tee in some situations, while a more conservative club selection may be required in others. Canoe Creek GC • Salmon Arm • public • 18/72 • 7025 yds. • 866-431-3285 • canoecreekgolf.com • Flag#: 314 • Map Grid: D68 At Eaglepoint course architect Robert Heaslip definitely utilized the natural terrain to his advantage. The golf course was built in 1991 through a thick stand THOMPSON - OKANAGAN of pines creating a world of its own as each hole was played. Now that the majority of trees are gone due to a pine beetle infestation, golfers are treated to open rolling terrain and fantastic views at every turn. After 1:00 pm everyday they have dropped their green fees to $30 and power carts are $20 (taxes included). There are some changes to the restaurant this year. Eaglepoint has installed new tiles in the kitchen, and have also upgraded some of the appliances. In the dining area they have created a lounge endorsed area, and added two more televisions. Eagle Point Golf Resort • Kamloops • semi-private • 18/72 • 6792 yds. • 888- 863-2453 • eaglepointgolfresort.com • Flag#: 60 • Map Grid: D94 One of the best courses to play in Kelowna is the spectacularly located Harvest Golf Club. A wide open golf course that allows you to hit your driver almost on any hole you like, the Harvest Club offers a unique orchard experience for those visting in the Fall. Fifty-four acres are devoted to a working orchard featuring 5 varieties of apples including: Spartan, Macintosh, Royal Gala, Granny Smith and Fuji. An additional 5 acres of land produce Ehrenfelser, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wine grapes, used exclusively by Calona Wines to produce numerous award winning wine products. News and specials for 2012 include 9 hole green fee – Monday to Thursday only for $45 + tax. Cart and range are additional. Book online using Promo Code: FRONT9. Enter for your chance to win... All participating golfers can pick up their ballot at the pro shop for the chance to win the Take A Kid To The Course Grand Prize! Merit Golf Vacations has generously donated roundtrip airfare for two and 4 nights accommodation at The Lodge at Ventana Canyon in Tucson, AZ including three rounds of golf each for two people. For more info visit www.kidsgolffree.ca. Harvest GC • Kelowna • public • 18/72 • 7109 yds. • 800-257-8577 • harvestgolf.com •Flag#: 100 • Map Grid: L80 Of the shorter courses in the Okanagan Valley, one of the most popular would have to be Hillview Golf Course in Vernon. At par 57, only three of Hillview's fairways rate a par four, but this does not mean golfers will have an easy time here for this is no pitch and putt. Eight lakes (connected by a wandering creek) plus several sand traps are in play over the course's 3,375 yards, making this a target golf course where accuracy is paramount. Four of Hillview's par 3's measure in at 190 yards or over, including Hillview's finishing hole which is 225 yards long. Here, the most challenging hole, the course's creek runs immediately in front of the green, and two of the lakes lie off the green's right side. Visit www. hillviewgolf.ca or call 250-549-4653. Predator Ridge Resort has it all, 36 holes of championship golf, including the new Ridge Course, an AVEDA™-concept salon and spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre, 12 kilometres of trails, gourmet dining and so much more. The Predator Course has hosted the prestigious Skins Game twice in eight years and challenges golfers of all ability. Marketing specialist Nicole Martinez says, "Predator Ridge has a great deal, Stay & Play packages are from just $169.50 pp and your stay and play package includes 1 night accommodation in a luxurious studio suite, 1 round of golf per player (up to two people) on either of their world-famous courses, plus with every round of golf you will receive complimentary access to their practice facility and driving range (including balls) and a GPS equipped golf cart. For more information or to book your Stay & Play package today, call 888- 578-6688 and quote booking code: SP2012. New here is the addition of Richard Zokol coming on board as Executive Director of Golf Development and A.J. Eathorne joining their top-rated Golf Academy. Predator Ridge GR • Vernon • resort • 36/72/72 • 7123/7090 yds. • 250-503-3410 • predatorridge.com • Flag#: 193 • Map Grid: H67 Sunset Ranch Golf and Country Club challenges golfers of all skills levels with 18 spectacular holes. From broad fairways to narrow tree-lined "chutes," Sunset Ranch follows the natural contours of the hills and gullies of the Ellison District, with winding Scotty Creek creating a hazard on 7 holes. 2012 marks the 23rd anniversary of the Sunset Ranch Golf & Continued on next page