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IGT13 11/7/13 4:30 PM Page 1 K golf courses, a full-service European spa, three restaurants, a health club, over 35,000 squarefeet of meeting and conference space and a variety of leisure and recreation options. The Semiahmoo eighteen incorporates the beauty of the natural surroundings into one of the state's most spectacular golf courses. In 1987, it was cited by Golf Digest as the "Best New Resort Course in America." The other eighteen, Loomis Trails, is a spectacular achievement for its Canadian designer Graham Cooke. Both it and The Palmer course have been constructed with the Northwest in mind, providing consistent performance even during the winter season. Semiahmoo Resort was also recently named among "50 Best Courses for Women" in a nationwide survey. 360-332-1608 semiahmoo.com Built in 1995, North Bellingham is a real player's course. Architect Ted Locke produced a true links style layout that has tremendous subtlety. Golfers will enjoy the panoramic views of Mt. Baker while being challenged by the prevailing gale winds sweeping across the landscape of this "Real Scottish Style Links Course." Where can you play 18 holes for $18 or less?" 360-398-8300 northbellinghamgolf.com One real hidden gem just south of the border is Raspberry Ridge with the rep as the best yearround golf course in Whatcom County. Excellent drainage conditions and value makes this 9 hole, par 34 course, located between Bellingham and Lynden a locals' favourite. Their 10 Buck Club gets you golf for only $10 dollars per 9 holes and $15 for 18 holes any day of the week all year long. To join the club, a player pays $125 tax in and also get a dozen golf balls and a comped Golfer's Breakfast at the Raspberry Ridge Grill. 360-3543029 www.raspberryridgegc.com Located on a small peninsula at the south end of Greater Vancouver, Point Roberts is actually U.S. territory and for this reason the Point Roberts Golf & Country Club ranks 6th in the entire United States for unique golf courses. It has also been recognized on Golf Digest's Best Places to Play list. Designed by Graham Cooke & Associates, this18-holer measures 6,868 yards with a par of 72 . Says Principal & Visionary Kenji, "Please join us here & enjoy your life and your friends in this natural paradise that is the Point Roberts Golf & Country Club." Join their eClub for a free green fee on your Birthday. USA 360-945-4653 • Canada 604 694-0222 • www.pointrobertsgolfcourse.com MONTANA The Northwest Montana Golf Association, formerly known as the Flathead Valley Golf Association, has announced its rebranding, recently launched in 2012 . The rebranding includes a new name, identity, and a new website to better highlight the Association's members, and provide greater service quality for its golfers. The decision to rebrand signifies the association's exponential growth in the past 10 years and confirms its commitment to supporting the community's efforts to increase travel to the Flathead Valley area. Voted as one of the top fifty golf destinations in the world by Golf Digest, the Flathead Valley offers 10 championship golf courses, unsurpassed natural amenities, and close proximity to Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake. Steve Dunfee, President of the NMGA says the rebranding was necessary to help people better connect with the Association and to clarify the geographic location the Association serves. "We're excited to move forward with the rebranding process and look forward to continued promotion of Northwest Montana as a top ranked golf destination." Northwest Montana Golf Association is made up of ten golf courses, eight lodging facilities, and other hotels and resorts throughout Northwest Montana, most recently adding The Lodge at Whitefish Lake to its list of partners. For Further info or to make a reservation, visit golfnorthwestmontana.com, or call 800–392–9795. When you go Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge is offering great Packages for the Flathead Valley. Says the Lodge's Mary Smith, "You will love golfing in the beautiful Flathead Valley, and staying at the BW Rocky Mountain Lodge. Our hotel is centrally located to play 8 public golf courses worth any golfer's attention... all within a forty-five minute drive." Call for information on special golf rates for groups at 800-862-2569. Visit rockymtnlodge.com.