Grand Opening

[Clark]

So the other day I went over to Liberty to check it out. I saw some baskets and got excited. I walked up the mulch pathway to the first tee, which actually has a basket. Turns out only #1 and #10, the last hole, have baskets. After my self-guided tour, I ran into two park people who were there to do more stuff.

The lady said the park will have its grand opening in the middle of July (she said the 15th, but I think she meant the 18th). Anyway, she also said they were going to announce it in the newspaper and do a little write up on it so keep a look out.

[slowroll]

Sounds like I need directions to this place. Ron, where's it at?

[RD]

man, now i feel like i'm 8 years old again.........waiting for christmas or something.
We should plan on doing Sunday doubles at least once a month over there once its up and running.

[Ron Pittman]

I was there today. Walked the course again. Looking sweet. Parking lot is finished on one end. Tee signs are in. They have some temp navigational signs for now.

Got to talk to Kevin the Assistant Director.

Yes, He has put in a few targets so the mulch crew can visualize the fairways. But, He will be pulling them as soon as they finish each hole. At least until the opening.

Tomorrow and next two weeks there will be a lot of equipment on the hill, so don't plan on checking it out just yet. Still pretty rough in some places.

That said. Nope. It isn't open just yet.

WCDGC will be special guests at the opening, so don't worry about being left out. As soon as the date becomes official, we will tell the world.


Middle of July is the target. Just 2 or 3 more weeks. Going to be a nice addition for the summer. (Crockett is getting pretty dang hot)

They are also installing the alternate pin placements. That's kewl.

Get this. He has ordered 100 discs to give away at the grand opening. Franklin parks likes DG!!

The WCDGC Design Team will be a part of the promo video being shot next week. We think you will like what Ron, Don, Dave, Richard, Scott, Jeff, and John have done with a rather strange piece of land. (if I left anyone out -- shoot me)

Christmas in July.

Thanks,
Ron

[byron]

YEA BUDDY!!!......Been waiting for this course to open up for ever...

[RD]

Ron, its good to hear that Franklin likes DG. We need to make this a great grand opening by the club. show our appritiation ( i cant spell by the way, wheres Dave??) anyway, while looking at the parks website i ran across Winstead Hill park off columbia ave....says it has 61 acres. is that the park next to TSC? it really dont look big from the road......any potential there?
and what about a pinkerton/fort granger course......
alright alright.....i know, im just getting ahead of myself......one at a time.

[Ron Pittman]

RD, Yes. We need to have a nice turnout. As of last night, he was unwilling to committ to the 18th, just yet. We shall see.

Winstead? Hmmm... pretty sure that is the one behind TS on 31.

As soon as they have the park budget dollars, we will be putting in 2-3 holes in 3 or 4 places. Sort of a neighborhood/get a little practice in on the way home from work/ taste of the real thing kind of set up.

Just about any of the existing city parks that can safely handle a target or 3 will get some. Winstead and Fieldstone will be early on the list. Pinkerton is iffy becaouse of safety.

I am not expecting this to happen this year.

On the positive side --- My understanding from the Director is that any future park land (of size) will most likely have a DG course included in the plan.

Ron

[johnwood]

I walked around Winstead Hill about 2 yrs. ago. My feeling was that there was not enough room for 18 holes + there is a paved perimeter walking path, that could be a conflict with pedestrians. But: if there is that much acreage in the park then it is quite possible that some area could be used. Yes, it's by TSC. It would be GREAT if some holes went in there since it is close to my house!

I agree with RD that after Liberty gets up & running we should alternate Sunday doubles between there & Crockett to give everybody a chance to beat Ron!!

[ambroze]

Do we have an address to the park for those who have no idea how to get there? BTW - This is going to be sweet!

[Ron Pittman]

Grand Opening
July 16th, Thursday at 6pm

WCDGC has been asked to be there to join the celebration. We will also be holding a newbie clinic.

More details on Monday, but in the meantime-- Put it on your calender.

Ron

[Ron Pittman]

Wow. Looks like this is going to be a fun evening for the city of Franklin and Franklin Parks and Rec. There is talk of the Mayor throwing a hole or 2!!

Let's have a big showing of disc golfers and WCDGC'ers!!

When: July 16th, Thursday at 6pm

Where: Liberty Park Annex
Directions are on the PDGA course website ---
www.pdga.com/course-details?id=3452

Dress: Let's look classy for this evening. Long pants and collared shirt.

We want to put 1 or 2 disc golfers on every hole for the newbies (and city folk) that come thru. Greet, welcome, encouragement, direction, and a bit of instruction.

If you (and even your family) can make it, let me know.

Email me at
WilliamsonCountyDiscGolf at charter dot net

Thanks,
Ron Pittman

[RD]

We should get a starter bag set up for the Mayor. maybe if he birdies the first hole, he'll play a whole round.

[RD]

I really wish i could be there, not going to be able to make it.
hopefully monday evening will be my first shot (no pun int.) at playing this new one.

Ron,
do you know what time this park closes, wondering if it caters to GLOW

[slowroll]

If you need me to be there to meet and greet after work, I will Ron. If you have enough people already, I will play Barfield's doubles. Just let me know.

[ratskrad]

Played again at lunch today...

Quite a few players on the course. It's amazing how clearly the sound of discs hitting trees travels through the woods.