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So you've been out on the course a few times now, lost a few balls, cursed more than once but still can't seem to hit the ball straight or make your putts. Well, then maybe it's time for a few lessons. I've arranged with the PGA Tour Superstore in Scottsdale to provide us with a 6-session, group lesson. Beginning Thursday, September 24th at 6:30pm, we will meet for one hour every other week. That way, you can practice what you learned on the off weeks. Here is a schedule of the sessions and what you will learn that night:

Week 1, Thursday, September 24 @ 6:30pm - Meet & greet, etiquette, rules and handicaps
Week 2, Thursday, October 8th @ 6:30pm - Short Game 1 (putting and 40-80 yd. punch shots)
Week 3, Thursday, October 22nd @ 6:30pm - Short Game 2 (bunker play and chipping)
Week 4, Thursday, November 5th @ 6:30pm - Iron Play
Week 5, Thursday, November 19th @ 6:30pm - Driver / Fairway Woods
Week 6, Thursday, December 3rd @ 6:30pm - Skills Challenge Week (Closest to the pin, bunker challenge, putting challenge, driving challenge)

How much will this cost you ask? This is the best part. The cost of this 6-session lesson is $50 plus a $2 Paypal fee. And best of all, you will get a $15 gift card back from the PGA Store. That works out to be around $6 per session. WHAT A DEAL!!! And you will actually learn something. No worries about the weather either as all this will be held indoors on their simulators. I am going to cap this event at 20 participants and the deadline to sign up and pay is Friday, September 18th. See you there!!!

Fellow golfers:

Since we liked the Trilogy course at Vistancia so much, I thought we would give the other one a shot. We're going to the southeast part of the valley and take our game to Trilogy at Power Ranch in Gilbert. As was the case at Vistancia, I'm sure it will be somewhat toasty out there. To combat that, let's play an easy, relaxing scramble. Here's what their website says:

"Eighteen holes of spectacular Arizona championship golf meander their way through the cleansed desert of the Queen Creek wash, following with every turn the subtle elevation changes of the area. The par-71 Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch located in the southeast Phoenix Valley was designed by golf course architect Dick Bailey and stretches over 6,700 yards. Natural undulations and strategically placed mounding combine with Trilogy's natural setting to create a golf course that is able to both challenge the accomplished player and accommodate the novice. Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch offers a collection of golf shots as full of trepidation as they are drama, and challenges the player to utilize the imagination, in addition to nearly every club in the bag."

The date of the event is Saturday, August 8th at 7:30am. Please arrive on time. Cost of the event is $40.00 per person through Paypal. This will cover your green fee for 18-holes of golf, cart and $1 towards Meetup fees. Once again, RSVP with a 'MAYBE'. Remember a 'MAYBE' RSVP means you are committed to coming and not just holding a place just in case you can make it. Once I receive your payment, I will change your RSVP to a 'YES'. Here are some important dates to remember:

July 31, 2009 at 10:00pm - Last day to RSVP for this event
August 2, 2009 - All payments must be received by this date

Our first summer event of the year takes us to the northern part of the valley where we will tee it up at Rancho Manana Golf Club in Cave Creek. This golf course boasts some of Arizona's most breathtaking views and challenging holes of golf. The par-70, championship layout features dramatic elevation changes, unspoiled desert terrain, abundant wildlife and the rustic charm of the historic dude ranch, which is now part of the resort property. Rancho Manana Golf Club is an experience that truly represents golf in the Arizona desert.

The date of the event is Saturday, June 13th at 7:30am. Please arrive on time. Cost of the event is $42.55 per person through Paypal or $41.00 if paying with a check. Please make the check payable to Rancho Manana Golf Club. This will cover your green fee for 18-holes of golf, cart and range balls. Once again, RSVP with a 'MAYBE'. Once I receive your payment, I will change your RSVP to a 'YES'. Here are some important dates to remember:

June 5, 2009 at 10:00pm - Last day to RSVP for this event
June 8, 2009 - All payments must be received by this date

Let's try to stay cool!!!

Hey boys and girls:

I figured since I was planning on attending this, I might as well make a group event out of it. It's the PGA Play Golf America Day event at the McCormick Ranch Golf Club. This is also a way for you newbies to get a chance to meet me and other members before you go out there and hack it up with us. Here's a brief description on the event: Play Golf America Day is a fun, free, festival featuring PGA Professional instruction, clinics, equipment demos from leading manufacturers, special events and more! Perfect for new, casual and avid golfers. Activities for people of all ages and abilities.

Let's plan to meet at the front near the bag drop area at 9:00am and go from there. Afterwards, if you guys want to hang out, we can find a fancy joint, grab a bite to eat and mingle for a little. I'll send out my cell phone number to all those who RSVP'd 'YES' the night before in case you need it. Hope to see you there.

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Henry

Fellow hackers. This month, we are back to the southeast part of the valley to take on the challenge of Bear Creek Golf Club in Chandler. It is a magnificent 36-hole complex with a practice and learning facility developed in partnership with a private developer, the City of Chandler and Maricopa County and designed by the Nicklaus Design Group. We will be honing our skills on their championship course, The Bear. Cost of this event is $45.00 if paying by check made out to the Bear Creek Golf Club or $46.65 through Paypal. This includes green fee, cart and range balls. As we have been doing for the last few months, please RSVP with a 'MAYBE' and once I receive your payment, I will move you to the 'YES' column. Here are the important dates to remember.

Last day to RSVP for the event is Monday, February 23, 2009 at 10:00pm.
Last day to make your payment is Wednesday, February 25, 2009.
Date of the event is Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 12:30pm. Come earlier if you want to hit the range beforehand.

See you there. FORE!!!