We had a long golf season last year, and now it appears that our spring golf season could have an earlier beginning than most years.  Carl Teschke, our course superintendent, is optimistic that the course could be open by the last week in March, if not sooner, “New England weather permitting!” . . . watch for an e-mail announcing the official course opening date.

We have come to recognize that our best efforts at recruitment come from our members. Because we are on a downward trend in golf memberships, as is the entire golf community, we ask that you encourage people you know to consider joining our golf course.  Also, when you see someone you don’t know on the course, be sure to welcome them.  Our course is known as being a friendly place to play, and this can be a positive point in recruiting new members and in increasing play at the course.  Note that we are still offering the reduced rate of $600.00 for the first year for new members.

Sincerely,

Sam Lussier

President

David Twohig, Jack Shea & Kevin Twohig will return this year to run the Pro Shop. The Pro shop team is looking forward to providing members with the latest in golf equipment – guaranteed to lower your scores – and apparel at competitive industry prices. Golf instruction is always available, and we encourage everyone to participate in tournaments and leagues. Dave is currently working on having another Nike Demo day that will be announced in the near future.

David wishes to thank you for your support over the years and wants to remind you that he is available to help and assist at any time.

April 17th Sunday – 8:30 Shotgun Start

18 Holes with Gross & Net Prizes

April 17th Sunday – 1:30 pm Shotgun Start

Gross & Net Prizes

April 24th   Sunday – 8:30 Shotgun Start

18 Holes with Gross & Net Prizes

April 30th is New Member Day and the Amherst Golf Club’s Annual Kickoff Event.  All men, women and junior members are encouraged to attend – see old friends and make new acquaintances!  The golf event costs $15/person and will be followed by a cook-out/social.  If you have someone interested in joining our course, bring them up to play a free round of golf and meet our members.

The Francis Ouimet Fund was established in 1949 to benefit students who have given to Massachusetts Golf Clubs. We have had many members receive the Ouimet Scholarship. A donation of $25 puts a Ouimet Bag Tag on your golf bag.  Please send your tax deductible contributions to the Amherst Golf Club @ PO Box 874 or you can give directly to David Twohig.

AGC Women’s Association will be holding their annual spring brunch on May 5th. Watch your e-mail for more information. Sign-up for leagues participation must be completed prior to May 1st. for Thursday Twilight League (PM) or Tuesday Niner’s League (AM).  Contact Ann Kieser at akieser1@yahoo.com or 413-253-0973.  Additional information will follow in April.

The Legends meet every Wednesday morning at 9:00 am for a nine hole tournament. All male members of the club who are 55 years of age or older are eligible to join. Please contact Ken Parker for further information.

Every Tuesday morning from May through October the Niners meet at 9:00 am to play a nine hole tournament.  Lunches follow each tournament and on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.  Volunteers provide delicious salads and desserts to enhance the lunch. Twice during the summer the Niners join the Legends in a scramble event. All women are welcome!  The only requisite is to sign up by noon the day before the tournament so the teams can be drawn up.  Good golf, good food, good fun!