Bellingham's first ever First Tee classes begin this fall when Lake Padden's Director of Instruction Phil Gaggero will be offering the 'Par Level' Program for children aged 9-17. Phil sent out an email blast on Monday morning, inviting children to register and by lunchtime all 12 spots had been filled.
Because of the amazing response, Phil is now offering a second class from 4.30pm to 6pm on six consecutive Thursday afternoons, beginning September 23rd. Jeff Cornish and Dave Renaud from the First Tee of Snohomish County, with which the Lake Padden chapter forms the First Tee of North Puget Sound, will lead the classes with Phil assisting. The cost will be $100 per student, and everyone is welcome - total beginners to those with some experience of the game.
To register, call Phil on 360-220-0227, or email him at
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Shuksan's new fall rates went into operation yesterday. 18 holes Monday to Friday cost $29. Tee it up after 1pm and the rate drops to $24. A round at the weekend costs $39, or $33 after 1pm. Seniors can play on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for $25. The club has also announced that if you spend over $100 in the pro shop you will receive a free round of golf valid between Monday and Thursday. And its list of upcoming events is up too. The Matt Herzog Memorial Golf Tournament takes place this coming Friday (10th). The $100 entry fee includes golf, cart, BBQ dinner and entry into the raffle. Call Kendra Cristelli to sign your team up - 360-739-4144, or email
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The Blue Skies for Children event is scheduled for Sunday (12th). Entry is $120 per person which includes golf, cart, lunch and prizes. Call Lou Arestad at 360-312-9590 or email
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Check the course's web site for more fall events.
