FORUM

Click here to let other members know if you're free to play a round of golf!

Open to chapter members only. Registration required.
Please click here to log in or register.

Join our mailing list!

Upcoming Events!

Click here to view or print our chapter calendar!

Our twitter feed

Poll

How do you cope on the course when it's hot hot hot?

          View Results

Loading ... Loading ...

We’re on Facebook

Click the icon to become a fan!

Interview with Jim Edmister of Mill Creek

It’s one of the top daily fee golf courses in greater Rochester, and guess what?

It’s also the site of our 2010 EWGA Chapter Championship on July 17.

We’re talking about Mill Creek Golf Course, one of our chapter’s sponsors and also one of the most beautiful spots in our area for a round of golf.

And have we mentioned it’s women-friendly?

Take the forward tees, for instance. These aren’t the poorly maintained “ladies tees” that some courses throw in as an afterthought — far from it. They are beautifully groomed and placed with care. “We pride ourselves that we have five sets of tees,” notes Jim Edmister, PGA Head Professional and GM for Mill Creek. “It makes the course playable for every type of golfer.”

The forward tees are placed so you get the same course experience, when you play from them, that you’d get playing from the backs. “Golfers see the same course whether they’re playing it at 6000 yards or 7200 yards,” Edmister says.

He adds that the fairways are also forgiving. Sure, if your shot goes wide right or left you may well find yourself in the fescue. But the fairways are generous enough that only the most errant shots are penalized.

That’s not to say the course is an easy one. But then, it’s not meant to be. Designed by Ray Hearn and Paul Albanese, the course is laid out to blend with the natural aesthetics of Western New York’s unique topography. Expect a rural setting with plenty of opportunities to see wildlife. And many of the holes are breathtakingly beautiful, whether you’re looking east toward the Rochester skyline or south toward the Finger Lakes.

There are also some eye-popping elevation changes, including the monster drop that concludes the dogleg left par 4 number 10 — which some consider to be the course’s signature hole. The course’s three split fairways (4, 11, and 18) also present a nice challenge in course management.

None of this would have been possible had Mill Creek — which is only five years old, making it the area’s newest 18 hole course — had been located anywhere else. “You’ll never see a course like this right next to the city,” Edmister notes.

You sure won’t. The architects needed space to make this course happen.

320 acres, to be precise.

But you know what? The results make the 20 minute drive to the course totally worthwhile.

Bottom line, Mill Creek ranks as one of Rochester’s top public courses, with very reasonable greens fees (especially compared to some of the area’s other high end public facilities).

And they are committed to women’s golf.

So be sure to book a round at Mill Creek soon, whether it’s to practice for the Chapter Championship or just to play a fun round with friends.

Interested in playing in our 2010 Chapter Championship? Click here to read more.

June 15th, 2010 | Tags: , , | Category: Area golf courses, EWGA Championship | Comments are closed

So what do you get when you join, exactly?

We’ve been getting emails from Rochester women who want to know more about the EWGA. What will you get when you join?

You get golf!

The purpose of our association is summed up by the EWGA tagline: Connect, Learn, Play, Belong.

Our EWGA chapter gives Rochester women golfers opportunities to learn the game of golf, play the game of golf, and meet other women who also love to play. It’s also a great way to network–the majority of our members are area professionals.

In addition to the soft benefits, women who join our chapter are eligible for a number of discounts.

Discounts on women’s golf services, products, education, rounds

We did the math, and it was an eye-opener.

By joining EWGA, you receive up to $270 in savings on golf-related products and services this year, right here in Rochester.

  • Seven EWGA Chapter Clinics @ $5 off per clinic: you save $35
  • Two EWGA Chapter Instructional Series @ $25 off per clinic: you save $50
  • USGA Handicap Index through the EWGA Golf Life Management System (GLMS), free with your membership: $30 value
  • Joining a league? Save $25
  • Golf fitness class discount: save $20
  • Need golf shoes? A-GAME Sports discount on women’s golf shoes: up to $50
  • GolfTEC lesson package: 20% off: $60 (double the national GolfTEC discount)

And that’s just here in town. There are other discounts negotiated by EWGA national (check their site often as this list grows all the time). Examples: 25% off Tail Activewear women’s golf clothing; 10% off Sporty Chic golf clothing; 10% off Liberty Mutual auto or home insurance; 10% discount on selected Golfsmith products; 15% discount at 1800 flowers.

[Members: to see these discounts, you need to go to the EWGA national site and log onto the Members Clubhouse (formerly calls Members Only). Do check it out if you haven't, recently -- they've added quite a few additional discounts.]

Given today’s uncertain economy, it’s nice to know that joining EWGA is an investment in your game.

EWGA Championship

Another benefit of joining is that you can participate in the EWGA Championship Tournament: the largest women’s amateur tournament in the world.

The EWGA Championship, which includes stroke and scramble team format play, is open only to EWGA members. It’s a flighted tournament — which means women of any skill level can play.

That makes it a great way to experience competitive golf!

Any member of our chapter can play in the first round, our Chapter Championship, July 17 at Mill Creek. Two women from each of the four stroke play flights, and one scramble team, can advance to the regionals on August 21 in Springfield, Mass.

Connecting with other women golfers: Priceless!

Joining the EWGA also enables you to connect with other women golfers. Through our Fairway Friends mentoring program, leagues, golf events, networking events, and the EWGA Championship, you have the opportunity to form business connections and lasting friendships, all through the great game of golf!

Questions about joining? Click here, fill out the contact form, and our membership chair will be happy to drop you an email or give you a call.

March 26th, 2010 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Category: Area golf courses, Chapter news and information, EWGA Championship, membership | Comments are closed

Update on Rochester women's golf leagues

UPDATE: If you’re having trouble downloading a form, use the contact form under Leagues (left hand side bar) and we’ll email one to you. Thanks!

Great news! We’ve added another women’s golf league to our line-up. This one is at Wildwood Country Club, it’s a competitive league, and it plays Monday evenings.

We opened league sign-up at our 2010 Chapter Kick-Off Brunch yesterday. If you were unable to attend the brunch, you can now sign up by downloading a registration form (see links below) and mailing it in with your fee.

Note that league spots are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and until March 30, 2010, EWGA members get preference for league spots.

EWGA members also receive discounted pricing on leagues — yet another benefit of joining. (Click here for membership information.)

Monday, Ravenwood Golf Club

Session I. 8 weeks. May 3 – June 28 (excludes 5/31) Price $200 EWGA members / $240 non-members. Carts included.

Ravenwood is a beautiful championship 18 hole course that has recently been named the #3 public course in New York  by Golf Week magazine. They are the only course in Western NY to offer “ProLink” GPS.

Play Format: Purely recreational. You’ll be paired with another player for the duration of the 8 weeks.  The format is individual play with the opportunity to play with a different pair of players each week.  Ravenwood may at times need to change the start time and format of play when warranted due to other events at the golf course.  Play to improve your individual handicap and form new friendships along the way. USGA Handicaps (GHIN or GLMS) are encouraged, but not required. *

Click here to download the Ravenwood league registration form.

Monday, Wild Wood Country Club

14 Weeks. May 3 – August 16 (excludes 5/31 and 7/5)  Price $205 EWGA members / $245 non-members. Carts optional.

Wild Wood is one of the most picturesque courses in the area.

Play Format: Recreational / Competitive, Players tee off beginning at 5:10.  Groups will be formed to allow flexibility in work schedules and play with different members throughout the season.  League format encourages personal development. Players will earn points each week based on their score each night compared to their average score in the league.  High points will be recognized at the end of the season.  Points will be computed by the Pro Shop. USGA Handicaps (GHIN or GLMS) are encouraged, but not required.*

Click here to download the Wildwood league registration form.

Tuesday, The Brookwoods Country Club

10 weeks. May 4 – July 6. Price $170 EWGA members / $204 non-members. Carts optional.

This is a fun league with foursomes coordinated as players arrive at 5pm.  It’s a beautiful and challenging course.  We stay for dinner after playing each week for socialization and relaxation for anyone who would like to join in.

Play Format: Purely recreational. The format is individual play with the opportunity to play with different players each week.  We will alternate between the front and back 9 when possible as coordinated by the pro-shop.  USGA Handicaps (GHIN or GLMS) are encouraged, but not required.*

Click here to download The Brookwoods league registration form.

Tuesday, Champion Hills Country Club

Beginners’ League. 6 weeks. May 25 – June 29. Price $105 EWGA members / $125 non-members. Carts included.

Champion Hills is the newest private course in the Rochester area. It is designed to be playable for all skill levels.

Play Format: This league is designed for our beginning league players, under the guidance of LPGA Pro Darlene Sommer . The first week will feature an introduction to the course and other players, orientation and the opportunity to play a few holes. Snacks will be served. Weeks 2 – 6 will be 9 holes regular stroke play. Players tee off beginning at 5:30.  USGA Handicaps (GHIN or GLMS) are encouraged, but not required.*

Click here to download Champion Hills league registration form.

Wednesday: Victor Hills Golf Course

UPDATE 4/5/10: This league is full. Any new registrations will now be placed in the sub/waiting list.

16 weeks. April 28 – August 11. Price $275 EWGA members / $325 non-members. Carts optional. The league rotates through the North, South, and East courses.     Please be on the tee ready to play at 5:00 pm.

Play Format: Competitive. The format is a Modified Match Format with 2 person teams.  Each team will play the other teams at least twice.  There are 6 points available per match.  The higher handicap player on team A plays the higher handicap player on team B.  Whoever wins the majority of holes (NET), will score 2 points for their team.  Likewise, the lower handicap players play each other for 2 points.  The team with the lower net score in the match scores an additional 2 points. USGA Handicaps (GHIN or GLMS) are required.*

Click here to download Victor Hills league registration form.

Thursday, Country Club of Mendon

11 weeks, non-consecutive. May 13 – September 2. (May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 24, July 8, 22, 29, Aug. 5, 26, &  Sept 2) Price $260 EWGA members / $310 non-members. Carts optional.

This is a fabulous opportunity to play the front nine on this beautiful and serene private course!  The last night of play an end of season social is planned to celebrate the season, and to track progress!!

Play Format: Recreational. The format is regular play in groups of four.  Players keep their own scores and are encouraged to post their scores on the EWGA on-line handicap system.  There will be some fun games to encourage keeping score and to practice under competitive play.  Players tee off beginning at 5:15.  Groups will be formed to allow flexibility in work schedules and play with different members throughout the season. USGA Handicaps (GHIN or GLMS) are encouraged, but not required.*

Click here to download Mendon Country Club league registration form.

Weekend Travel League

For this recreational league, we’ll be sending out emails to our chapter members to allow you to book a tee time for the following weekend’s round.  The first round will be played the weekend of May 23.

* USGA Handicap through the Golf Life Management System (GLMS) is provided free to EWGA members. Click here for more information about handicaps and the GLMS.

March 21st, 2010 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Category: Area golf courses, Chapter news and information, Leagues | Comments are closed

Have you joined our Facebook page?

If not, stop by today and see if you can recognize any of the Rochester area courses/golf holes we’ve published in a photo album there :-)

(Hint: we’re being a bit generous when we say “Rochester area” — some of these are a bit of a drive!)

March 1st, 2010 | Tags: , , | Category: Area golf courses, Chapter news and information | Comments are closed

Site refresh

Another shot taken at Lakeside Country Club in Penn Yan. We've used a photo from the course's first green for our website header.

Another shot taken at Lakeside Country Club in Penn Yan. We've used a photo from the course's first green for our website header.

As you may have noticed, we’ve made a few changes to our website. They were cosmetic changes for the most part — the functionality and layout is the same.

Along with the color scheme, one of those changes is the photo in the header. Previously, we’d used a stock photo of a golf course scene. This one is a bit closer to home: it’s a shot of the first green at Lakeside Country Club in Penn Yan, New York. Lakeside is a bit of a drive from Rochester but a great course, woman-friendly, and you can enjoy wonderful views of Keuka Lake from several holes.

(Like the new site’s look? Let us know — there’s a poll on the left hand sidebar where you can vote.)

December 18th, 2009 | Tags: , , , | Category: Area golf courses, Chapter news and information | Comments are closed