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iG1304--rev 5/13/13 7:46 AM Page 1 KAMLOOPS & AREA For those who may have COURTESY TOURISM KAMLOOPS never considered making Kamloops continues to enjoy its reputation as "Canada's Most Diverse Golf Destination" with the likes of Talking Rock, Rivershore, Sun Rivers, Kamloops Golf & Country Club and Tobiano on the roster. In fact, there are 13 remarkable courses in the Kamloops region and the diversity of courses and experiences make the city a fantastic location for a golf getaway. Plus, you'll spend more time on the courses driving the ball rather than driving the car to get there. "We're thrilled about the 2013 season," says Director of Golf for Tobiano, Don Brett-Davies. "Our course has wintered well and promises to be in the best shape we've ever seen." Tobiano, named one of the Top 10 Courses, has also drawn the attention of two major events for the 2013 season; the ProAm, which is part of the Vancouver Golf Tour, and the Golf Channel's Amateur Tour. "The Golf Channel has huge credibility with golfers," says Brett-Davies. "To be chosen as one of the courses to host not only an event, but one of their 2day majors, is a nod to the exceptional golf here." "Golfers and golf writers alike have always given Kamloops top marks when it comes to golf" golf a part of a family getaway, Sun Rivers has some unique programs. "We're looking to transform the traditional family game night," says Sun Rivers General Manager Rob Larocque. "The purpose is for families to get outside, get together and get out golfing at an affordable rate in a fun atmosphere, which is a signature of our course." The course is hosting one-of-a-kind programs like their "Learn to Love the Game", "Friday Night Rock n' Range" and the increasingly popular "Sun Rivers Family Golf." Other Kamloops courses have certainly got great things coming for the 2013 season too. Rivershore is ranked 12th by the PGA of BC and the course is shaping up nicely. Talking Rock was awarded the Gold Medal in the Thompson-Shuswap Region for golf and is ranked 9th by the PGA of BC. Kamloops Golf & Country Club is heading into its 3rd full year of playing on the completely renovated course and is referred to as the "oldest, yet newest golf course" in Kamloops. "Golfers and golf writers alike have always given Kamloops top marks when it comes to golf," says Tourism Kamloops CEO, Ms. Lee Morris. "The course conditioning is superb. The diversity of courses and the play you'll experience is incredible. And the 2,000 hours of sunshine annually pretty much guarantees you great weather for your rounds. It's truly a world class golf experience and we invite you to come let loose and just play!" TALKING ROCK IMAGES CREDIT / COURTESY TALKING ROCK KAMLOOPS G&CC IMAGE CREDIT BRIAN MITCHELL / COURTESY KG&CC RIVERSHORE IMAGES CREDIT HUX.NET© / COURTESY RIVERSHORE 2013 REGIONAL NEWS AND DEALS Sagebrush Golf and Sporting Club www.sagebrushclub.com 877-350-9555 / 250-378-9555 The award-winning Sagebrush Golf & Sporting Club launches the 2013 season by inviting a limited number of "Outlaws" (non-members and groups) to play one of the game's finest courses and to stay in one of three spectacular new member cottages. With the addition of the cottages; the 18-hole Badlands Putting Course; the more than 100,000 sq. ft. short game practice 46 area, bunkers, and putting green; and the superb Badlands Lookout Bar and Restaurant, Sagebrush now has everything for the ultimate in corporate and group golf getaways. Dunes at Kamloops golfthedunes.com 888-881-4653 / 250-579-3300 Enjoy a Free Round of golf at The Dunes on your Birthday. You must fill out the e-form online and submit it before your birthday Kamloops G&CC www.kamloopsgolfclub.com 250-376-3231 Kamloops G&CC is offering a special on Monday and Tuesday after 1 p.m. of 18 holes for $49.99 including power cart, green fees and warm up bucket of range balls. Hyde Mountain on Mara Lake www.hydemountain.com 877-677-4653 / 250-836-4653 Enter their monthly draw online for 2 green fees with cart at Hyde Mountain. Salmon Arm GC www.salmonarmgolf.com 250-832-3667 New this year is the Get Golf Ready in 5 Days Program. Participants will receive a five-lesson group instruction package for $99.00+tax per person which includes on-course activities during each of the five lessons. Additionally, students will receive instruction in the history, rules and etiquette of the game.