<![CDATA[News]]> <![CDATA[Men's Breakfast & Golf]]> Saturday, May 4th. Cost is $25 plus HST.  Breakfast will be at 8:00 a.m. with optional golf tee times starting at 9:00 a.m. Click Here to Sign up.]]> Thu, 02 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Mother's Day Brunch]]> Sunday, May 12th with two seatins at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Adults $32, children under thirteen $16, children under five are free. Click Here to sign up.]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AGM Notice of Meeting]]> Please be advised that the AGM is this coming Saturday, May 4th from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the dining room of the Clubhouse. Thank you]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Golf Course Update ]]> The Spring continues to be challenging from a weather standpoint, cool very wet conditions have been the norm.  This combined with snow melt has left the golf course saturated.  We are expecting a large rain event today (Wednesday), 30mm with more rain in the forecast on Thursday evening into Friday morning. ]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Upcoming Events]]> Scheduled Course Opening - Friday, May 3rd
Men's Breakfast and Golf - Saturday, May 4th
AGM - Saturday, May 4th at 3:30 p.m. Clubhouse Ladies Breakfast and Golf - Saturday, May 11th
Mother's Day Brunch - Sunday, May 12th
Super Sale - Friday, May 17th
Demo Day - Saturday, May 18th
Breakdown County Boys - Sunday May 19th 
Spring Field Day - Saturday, May 25th
MAD Reads Book Club begins Monday, May 27th]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Breakdown County Boys - Only 10 tickets left!]]> Mad River Golf Club is proud to present the Breakdown County Boys on Sunday evening May 19th. They are the #1 Small Halls performers in PEI and will entertain you with great music and story telling. They've played to sell out crowds in South Georgian Bay for the past two years. We are fortunate to have booked them for an exclusive appearance for Mad River members and guests. There are a limited number of tickets (60), so get your tickets early as we expect a full house.  Cost is $35 per person (plus tax & gratuity). 6:30 p.m. East coast appies and 7:30 p.m. Show Starts. Click Here to Sign Up]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Important Information re Event Sign Up!]]> The event board located outside of the pro shop is now for information purposes only.  The Club recommends that our Members sign up for events online whenever possible.   For those who opt not to sign up online, the Pro Shop staff will gladly register you for events upon request.   ]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Why The Flagstick Should Be Pulled]]> When you question the standards and practices of PGA Tour players, multiple expert teachers and perhaps even golf's ruling bodies, you better bring in some heavy thinking. Especially when you say that not only is leaving the flagstick in questionable, it’s no benefit for 99.9 percent of putts. But this conclusion is not made lightly. Click Here for the full story. ]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New Ladies Clothing Lines]]> The pro shop is brimming with new product this season and Joyce is excited to offer the Mad River ladies these exciting new clothing lines.

GOLFTINI - Is an exclusive brand of women’s golf wear specializing in golf skorts that can be worn both on and off the course.

INPHORM  - The distinctive international collection of active wear that debuted in 2008, has set the standard for stylish, feminine eco-forward athleisure wear in the 21st Century.

GG BLUE - A sought after golf lifestyle brand that makes women feel good and look good.  Antimicrobial, moisture wicking, polyester and spandex blend for comfort and technical qualities. ]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Golf Handicaps]]> Golf is a game of honour. In fairness to yourself and your fellow competitors, you should post accurate scoring information for all 9 and 18 hole rounds played so you know the handicap strokes you are entitled to for the tees played. Make sure you properly adjust your score using Equitable Stroke Control to ensure your score represents your potential ability. The maximum score on any hole should be as follows;
 
Course Handicap Maximum Score on Any Hole
9 or less Double Bogey
10 through 19 7
20 through 29 8
30 through 39 9
40 or more 10
 
]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Save The Date - Men's Member/Member Event]]> 2019 Men's Member/Member Event. Wednesday, June 26th and Thursday, June 27th. Exciting new format for this two day event.  Limited availability. Watch the May 16th Mad Post for sign up instruction and event details! ]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Men's Captain's Report - Andrew Senior]]> To old friends, fellow members, and new additions to The Mad River Golf Club, welcome to the 2019 season. I hope to see you all at the opening Men’s Breakfast Saturday May 4th from 8 to 9 am with golf to follow. This is a great opportunity to get up to date with the tournament schedule, including some new events, changes to the Member Member Tournament, and the changes to the rules of golf. Sign-up sheets will be available for singles and doubles match play.   ]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Ladies Captain's Report - Frances Painter]]> LADIES OPENING INFORMATION BREAKFAST & GOLF is on Saturday, May 11th. Brunch will be served at 9 am followed by golf starting at 10 am. Fun morning to meet our new members and find out about the plans for our upcoming season. Sign up is either online or through the pro shop.
 
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