Disc Golf, nothing more fun with your clothes on!
Welcome to my lens. As you may have guessed, this is how I view what I consider the best sport created for the masses, Disc Golf, or Frisbee Golf as known by some.
Because of it's generic qualities the term disc golf is used so as not to offend those in the "Frisbee" industry. Having said that, welcome to disc golf!
For the last six years this sport has ruled my spare time, and dominated my thoughts on how I can improve anything related to the sport. Disc Golf started way back in the 70's when some bored people became inspired and developed not just a sport, a demographic. "A culture of people." Follow this link for a wonderful education on the sport. http://pdga.com/history . From this beginning to now, there are over 3500 disc golf courses across North America alone. Television stations now have programs dedicated to the sport www.discgolftv.com . Major companies now advertise in publications such as Disc Golf Magazine.
Being free and easy to learn people all around the world are playing outside for a change due to the availability and ease of the sport. Charlottetown PEI is hoping to be the next city to offer this to locals and tourists alike, absolutely free! Discs can cost around 10-15 dollars, so start up cost for the sport is insanely low, which makes it affordable, even to people on fixed or low incomes. If you can't afford to buy a disc a "frisbee" can be used just the same. Unlike the standard golf game, disc golf is played twelve months of the year further increasing the value of the sport on any community. Free.
If you are in Charlottetown P.E.I. ,or surrounding area, and wish to try this great new sport, feel free to email me here, and I will direct you to the nearest course. Be sure to check out the video below on how to play the game, but be warned that this game can be highly addictive and supports generous amounts of happiness.
Not too long after I started this page, I moved back to British Columbia to be closer to my daughter. However I still feel very connected to Charlottetown. The only thing missing for me, was disc golf. Fortunately I found one course already in place at the Strathgartney Campground. On the Trans-Canada Highway, 20 km west of Charlottetown. A wonderful place to go and play a game of disc golf. As I write this from my home in B.C. I am sad thinking that I don't now when I will play there again. An absolute must for anybody. Even if you don't play disc golf. Walk the course and experience areas of the park you wouldn't normally see. Flowers peeking out from bushes you might not know are there. From the very top of the course on the hill, you look at the Strathgartney River framing the right side, and rolling hills and a super sweet white church accenting the landscape on the left. Just go there and see for yourself, I promise you will not be disappointed.
That is the absolute best part of the most pleasant of sports. The fact that is is quite enough to experience what is around you, and get some easy exercise at the same time. I believe the park charges two dollars to play a round of golf if you are a visitor, and free to those camping in the park. My wife and I stayed at the campground for two weeks, and loved every minute of it. We were usually one of the ten people there, and when the stars were out at night, it was much harder to come up with a reason to go home. Though eventually we did. But not until after, having a wonderful time waking up to fresh perked coffee, and walking out on the course for an early morning round. Every day! With our dogs in the early evening, we walked the trails that run into the woods, and down to the river. It was rough.
The fact that disc golf blended so well to the park, speaks volumes for what it has to offer.
Because of it's generic qualities the term disc golf is used so as not to offend those in the "Frisbee" industry. Having said that, welcome to disc golf!
For the last six years this sport has ruled my spare time, and dominated my thoughts on how I can improve anything related to the sport. Disc Golf started way back in the 70's when some bored people became inspired and developed not just a sport, a demographic. "A culture of people." Follow this link for a wonderful education on the sport. http://pdga.com/history . From this beginning to now, there are over 3500 disc golf courses across North America alone. Television stations now have programs dedicated to the sport www.discgolftv.com . Major companies now advertise in publications such as Disc Golf Magazine.
Being free and easy to learn people all around the world are playing outside for a change due to the availability and ease of the sport. Charlottetown PEI is hoping to be the next city to offer this to locals and tourists alike, absolutely free! Discs can cost around 10-15 dollars, so start up cost for the sport is insanely low, which makes it affordable, even to people on fixed or low incomes. If you can't afford to buy a disc a "frisbee" can be used just the same. Unlike the standard golf game, disc golf is played twelve months of the year further increasing the value of the sport on any community. Free.
If you are in Charlottetown P.E.I. ,or surrounding area, and wish to try this great new sport, feel free to email me here, and I will direct you to the nearest course. Be sure to check out the video below on how to play the game, but be warned that this game can be highly addictive and supports generous amounts of happiness.
Not too long after I started this page, I moved back to British Columbia to be closer to my daughter. However I still feel very connected to Charlottetown. The only thing missing for me, was disc golf. Fortunately I found one course already in place at the Strathgartney Campground. On the Trans-Canada Highway, 20 km west of Charlottetown. A wonderful place to go and play a game of disc golf. As I write this from my home in B.C. I am sad thinking that I don't now when I will play there again. An absolute must for anybody. Even if you don't play disc golf. Walk the course and experience areas of the park you wouldn't normally see. Flowers peeking out from bushes you might not know are there. From the very top of the course on the hill, you look at the Strathgartney River framing the right side, and rolling hills and a super sweet white church accenting the landscape on the left. Just go there and see for yourself, I promise you will not be disappointed.
That is the absolute best part of the most pleasant of sports. The fact that is is quite enough to experience what is around you, and get some easy exercise at the same time. I believe the park charges two dollars to play a round of golf if you are a visitor, and free to those camping in the park. My wife and I stayed at the campground for two weeks, and loved every minute of it. We were usually one of the ten people there, and when the stars were out at night, it was much harder to come up with a reason to go home. Though eventually we did. But not until after, having a wonderful time waking up to fresh perked coffee, and walking out on the course for an early morning round. Every day! With our dogs in the early evening, we walked the trails that run into the woods, and down to the river. It was rough.
The fact that disc golf blended so well to the park, speaks volumes for what it has to offer.
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Isn't disc golf like playing fetch with yourself?
I suppose that could be a very relevant question to many. So maybe it's worth an answer. Yes. Yes it is like playing fetch.
Moving on we talk about the many benefits of the sport and how it promotes awareness of nature as you play through it. For the last 30 years Disc Golf has been played by thousands of people across North America. Today the game is being played world wide with annual competitions that draw quite literally from around the world. Japan and Norway have some of the best courses on the circuit. Not to mention my favourite courses from right here in Canada! Pender Island BC and of course Cortes Island, Linnea Farms public course. Wicked ups and down and amazing landscapes.
After having been in the Maritimes now for a few months, I am really missing the energy from public disc golf courses. Watching people play their way through trees as laughter erupts from people in their group putting a little "body english" into the throw to help guide it along. As if somehow they were flying the disc they just released with their hips. My favourite course personally is Bowen Park Nanaimo BC. Big beautiful trees, lots of grass, tennis courts constantly being used, lawn bowling being played by all the active seniors in the area, and people walking their dogs. It was wonderful. Long graceful shots that seem to float forever. It was great hanging out in the park watching people play. It was rejuvenating to my spirit.
My wife Colleen and I have designed an 18 hole course in Cotton Park, Stratford PEI. So far we have managed to play at least once a week and see people constantly walking the paths as we play and we never have a problem with interaction. We always encourage people to come out and play if they see us out.
One other thing to know about Disc Golf is the easy implementation into school systems. There is a program developed specifically around disc golf called E.D.G.E. (Educational Disc Golf Experience) www.edgediscgolf.org -that is wonderful. It incorporates school subjects like math and science as well as positive interactions between people sharing the park. For school aged kids that is fundamental. The average cost of discs are usually around $10 to $15 and the courses can be made for free if you have resources in your area. Other options are to fund raise for targets through corporate challenges or individual sponsorships for each tee and target. Like most areas in the Maritimes land is usually the hardest part. Disc golf is great because it can use land that isn't suitable for other things such as farming. It can be played in the trees, as well as in the open so the possibilities are endless really. If local courses are built they can be used to draw people to the area to promote tourism, staying over night, eating and shopping. People who play golf may not go to an area to play one course, unless it is an incredible course. But they will go to an area if there are lots of course as P.E.I. is famous for. The same holds true for disc golf. People love to play! Tournaments can be held annually to further promote the area and the sport. Last year in BC the Senior Games opened to the game of Disc Golf. It was introduced as a spectators sport and had a fare turn out. Leagues are formed and communities promoted centered entirely around playing outside with your friends. I would be more than happy to show any and all that are interested so feel free to contact us here or wherever you see us playing. Cheers!
Moving on we talk about the many benefits of the sport and how it promotes awareness of nature as you play through it. For the last 30 years Disc Golf has been played by thousands of people across North America. Today the game is being played world wide with annual competitions that draw quite literally from around the world. Japan and Norway have some of the best courses on the circuit. Not to mention my favourite courses from right here in Canada! Pender Island BC and of course Cortes Island, Linnea Farms public course. Wicked ups and down and amazing landscapes.
After having been in the Maritimes now for a few months, I am really missing the energy from public disc golf courses. Watching people play their way through trees as laughter erupts from people in their group putting a little "body english" into the throw to help guide it along. As if somehow they were flying the disc they just released with their hips. My favourite course personally is Bowen Park Nanaimo BC. Big beautiful trees, lots of grass, tennis courts constantly being used, lawn bowling being played by all the active seniors in the area, and people walking their dogs. It was wonderful. Long graceful shots that seem to float forever. It was great hanging out in the park watching people play. It was rejuvenating to my spirit.
My wife Colleen and I have designed an 18 hole course in Cotton Park, Stratford PEI. So far we have managed to play at least once a week and see people constantly walking the paths as we play and we never have a problem with interaction. We always encourage people to come out and play if they see us out.
One other thing to know about Disc Golf is the easy implementation into school systems. There is a program developed specifically around disc golf called E.D.G.E. (Educational Disc Golf Experience) www.edgediscgolf.org -that is wonderful. It incorporates school subjects like math and science as well as positive interactions between people sharing the park. For school aged kids that is fundamental. The average cost of discs are usually around $10 to $15 and the courses can be made for free if you have resources in your area. Other options are to fund raise for targets through corporate challenges or individual sponsorships for each tee and target. Like most areas in the Maritimes land is usually the hardest part. Disc golf is great because it can use land that isn't suitable for other things such as farming. It can be played in the trees, as well as in the open so the possibilities are endless really. If local courses are built they can be used to draw people to the area to promote tourism, staying over night, eating and shopping. People who play golf may not go to an area to play one course, unless it is an incredible course. But they will go to an area if there are lots of course as P.E.I. is famous for. The same holds true for disc golf. People love to play! Tournaments can be held annually to further promote the area and the sport. Last year in BC the Senior Games opened to the game of Disc Golf. It was introduced as a spectators sport and had a fare turn out. Leagues are formed and communities promoted centered entirely around playing outside with your friends. I would be more than happy to show any and all that are interested so feel free to contact us here or wherever you see us playing. Cheers!
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GreenManAdventures wrote...
in reply to Tracy
Hey Tracy!
I sure will show you some moves. Any wine is fine!
Cheers!
Geoff
Posted December 23, 2008
GreenManAdventures wrote...
in reply to Jaime
Thanks Jaime, I hope that you have a great time enjoying a new sport. Please check back often, I am always looking to improve my lens and update information.
Cheers!
Geoff
Posted December 23, 2008
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Tracy wrote
hey green man..you're disc golf narrative is catchy..sounds like you're in your stride..can you teach me some moves? (as long as we don't hit the blackberry wine first!)
Posted December 19, 2008
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Jaime wrote
I've just come across disc golf and it looks interesting. Nice lens!
Jaime
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Posted September 25, 2008
lukafer2 wrote...
You have an interesting lens....join my disc sports group if your interested..http://www.squidoo.com/group/create_lens/disc-sports/9dd8a23dcfc0dc95bca3348479efc6e7
Posted May 07, 2008
GreenManAdventures wrote...
Thanks Victor,
I understand where you are at, and I agree. Though Disc Golf courses are somewhat shorter than normal golf courses, walking is still the best way to go for sure. Having said that, If I find somebody driving a golf cart through the trees to play disc golf, they likely have a bigger plan than disc golf in mind, and I will leave them be. lol.
Cheers!
Posted March 22, 2008
Some fun disc golf links to enjoy.
Try surfing some of these sites. It is a great way to look around and see what people are doing with the sport. Great for building networks with other communities, and people with similar, or supporting interests. Look back frequently, as I am always on the watch for new material. I hope you find this useful. keep the plastic flying. Cheers!
- discgolfersR.us - The community of disc golfers and about all things disc golf
- The community of all disc golfers, and about all things disc golf.
- Home of "the organization".
- This is where most of it all began. They are the "people" in the United States that have worked like crazy, to ensure that the sport reaches the level it deserves. International fame and praise. Look through this site to find information on how to become a member, look up rules and regulations, get in touch with professional course builders, and catch the latest news from around the world as it pertains to DIsc Golf. Cheers!
- Disc Golfing on the other coast.
- Hi there, this is me moving back to BC. I have been busy building connections, and getting into the scene in BC. Vancouver Island booming right now with the work of men named Dan Walker, and Craig Dieno. Way to go guys! New courses are popping up so if you are visiting the area, look for us to play a game. Cheers!
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- Disc Golf Tournaments, Leagues, Clubs and Courses | The Disc Golf Scene
- Disc golf Tournaments, Leagues Clubs and Courses in the United States, and Canada
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- BDGA - Home
- BDGA British Disc Golf Association, serving the UK Disc Golf Community and supporting the growth and development of disc golf in the UK.
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This is Geoff McNamara from Green Man Adventures. I am on the island once again! (actually I have never been to PEI...
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