Mr Kelly reported on the work being done to recover the situation following the "landslip" at the 6th hole. So far the green has not been affected and every effort is being made to maintain this position. Our Club President, Tom Bryan, and other members with professional expertise on these matters have been working with the Contractors on a no fee basis and this is greatly appreciated by all concerned. We are pleased to hear that the major drainage programme, with a budget of €85,000, will not be affected by this latest development and will continue to be implemented just as soon as the course can take the machinery involved.

In relation to the 2010 golf yeat (1 March 2010 to 28 February 2011) the subscription for the year is being held at €1,000 per member and €1,500 per couple. As last year also, it has been agreed that these amounts will be paid to an account controlled by the Club and one-twelfth will be transferred to the Resort/Receiver on a monthly basis. The effect of this will be to provide a solid protection for members contributions in these uncertain times. Given the desire all round to increase the number of Lady members in the Club a special Year 1 arrangement has been agreed whereby new Lady members will be offered a 50% reduction on their fees in their first year. The effect of this will be to reduce the €1,000 to €500 for a new Lady member and where she is part of a couple the fee for the couple be €1,250 in her first year as a member.

Those members who attended the AGM will recall that the Receiver was proposing the introduction of a €200 Social Levy per member (€300 per couple) payable in advance towards members purchase of food and beverage for the year ahead. The aim was to generate additional revenue for the Resort and at the same time to encourage members to use the facilities more and to increase the "social" aspect in the Club. Having considered the matter in great detail and following extensive discussions with the Receiver the following has now been agreed in this regard. The Social Levy will be €100 per individual or €150 per couple and will be payable to the Resort at the beginning of the year. This amount can be recovered throughout the year as payment for food, beverage, accommodation, green fees and golf shop purchases. The existing 10% discount on food and beverage purchases by members and the normal reduction for green fees for members guests will continue to apply. The Committee feels that the above is a reasonable compromise in all the circumstances and is one which we trust will have the desired effects for the Resort and the

Golf Club. In this regard also it is the intention of the Clubs to organise more social activities for members in the year ahead.

The Resort will probably issue invoices for membership fees and social levies in early February.

Committee Meeting:

At last nights Committee Meeting the following were among the matters discussed.

At the commencement of the proceedings condolences were expressed to the families of the late Larry Kinsella and Maeve Hayes and to Joe Gardner and Albert Crowley and their families on the deaths of their mothers.

It was decided that the funds generated at our Valentines Scramble on Sunday 14 February would be donated to the relief of distress and the rebuilding of Haiti.

It was also decided that for the coming golf year, starting with a trial period in March, that rather than have a "Sunday" competition we will have a "Weekend" competition.

The precise arrangements for this will be communicated to members closer to that time but in essence it will mean that members can play in the Club competition during Members tee times on either the Saturday or Sunday mornings. This arrangement will not be available for the Golfer of the Year (GOY) events which will be Sunday only.

The full schedule of fixtures will soon be posted on the website and an individual calendar of events will be circulated to you soon. The Committee continues to be very grateful to Peter Pedersen for all his work in keeping the website updated with Club information.

Regards

John Horan

Hon. Secretary

February 10^th, 2010

Dear Member

Following last night's Committee meeting I have been asked to bring a number of matters to the attention of members.

Valentines Scramble:

Our annual Valentines Scramble takes place on Sunday next (14th) and you are requested to get your name down on the draw sheet as soon as possible. Registration is at 9.00 a.m. for a 9.30 tee-off. There will be light refreshments served afterwards at the presentation of prizes. Surplus funds from this event will be given to the relief of distress and the rebuilding of Haiti. We would "love" to see as many of you as possible on the day.

Club Levies:

Members will shortly receive their annual subscription invoices from the Receiver, but separately we would ask members to pay their Club Levies (GUI/Golfsure/etc.) of €55 as soon as possible. This can be done by direct payment to the Starter on a Sunday morning or by sending your crossed cheque (payable to Tulfarris Golf Club) to Niall Robinson, Hon Treasurer, Tulfarris Golf Club, Blessington, Co Wicklow. Please be sure to include your name with the payment.

New Members:

I am pleased to tell you that at last night's meeting the Committee approved applications for 20 new members (including 2 new Junior members). We expect to appoint a Junior Convenor in coming weeks to get things moving for this important group.

Fixtures:

With your Membership renewal invoices you will receive the current Conditions/Rules of Club Competitions and a complete 2010 fixture list. As mentioned previously our Competitions will become "Weekend" Competitions for a trial period from early March, playable on Saturday or Sunday mornings. The only exceptions will be Golfer of the Year (GOY) events which are highlighted on the fixture list. In this regard please note that, although not shown as such, the Presidents Prize on Sunday 27 June is a GOY event.

Interclubs:

The Committee has decided that the Club will participate in the following Inter Club Competitions this year:

Barton Cup(GUI ), Provincial Towns Cup(GUI), Pierce Purcell Shield(GUI)

Brennan Cup(Arklow G.C.), South Leinster Trophy(Carlow G.C), Lisheen Trophy (South County G.C.)

Members interested in participating in any of the above should print their names and contact details on the various competition sheets on the Club Noticeboard. Further details will be communicated in due course by the individual team managers or by the Interclub Coordinators, Noel Reilly and Paul Fitzpatrick.

"Two's" money:

If you are good enough (or lucky!) to get a two on a hole and be entitled to a share of the "two's" money please note that this must be collected within 3 months - otherwise it will be lodged to the Club's account.

Fantastic Score:

There have been some really good scores in the last few rounds of the Winter League but, PN Whelan's score last Sunday was "something else". The following is how it appears on the "How did I do" golf website.

Mr Padraig Whelan - New Exact Hcp 5.9.

Hole	4			5		7		8		9		10		11		12		13		14		15		16			17		18	Total
Par		4	4		4		4		5		4		3		4		5		4		5		3		4	4		57
Score		4	4		4		3		4		5		3		3		4		4		5		2		5	3		53

37 points and 4 under Par Gross for 14 holes - well done Padraig.

Regards in golf

John Horan

Hon. Secretary

February 10^th, 2010

Dear Member

Good news!

I have just received confirmation from the Receiver that approval has been given for the work to commence on the stabilisation and restoration of the 6th hole. This will involve extensive work in ensuring that the 6th green remains intact and that the lake surrounds are restored to their former glory. I understand that the lake may be slightly bigger than before. ("Oh no" I can hear many of us say, but looked at another way it will mean increased sales of golf balls for the hard pressed manufacturers!).

The work is commencing immediately with a target date for completion which should see the hole back in play before the end of March at the latest. This is important for the Club as we have two interclub matches with home draws in April. By the way, have you put your name down in the golf shop for any of the interclub competitions teams?

In a similar vein, the Receiver has confirmed that the €85,000 budgeted to be spent on drainage work elsewhere on the course remains unaffected by this additional work. The drainage programme will get underway fully just as soon as course conditions permit the use of the appropriate machinery.

No such thing as a free lunch!

The Receiver has also told me that the Invoices for renewal of membership will be issuing in the next few days.

For ease of reference the annual fee for the year 1 March 2010 to 28 February 2011 will be €1,000 and in addition a social levy of €100 is payable at the beginning of the golf year. This latter amount can be recovered throughout the year as payment for food, beverages, accommodation, green fees and golf shop purchases.

For couples the amounts are €1,500 and €150.

For Juniors the amount is €100 membership fee with no levy.

All of these amounts are payable to Tulfarris Golf Club.

Separately, there is a further requirement to pay levies of €55 for all members of the mens club and €80 for the ladies. Again these amounts should be paid to Tulfarris Golf Club or Tulfarris Ladies Golf Club as appropriate and should be paid in a separate cheque.

New Members:

I would remind you that further new members will be welcomed in both the Mens and Ladies Clubs. A particularly good offer is available to new members who may join the Ladies Club for 50% of the normal rate in their first year i.e. €500 for an individual or €250 for a lady whose spouse or partner is a member of the Mens Club.

Regards in Golf

John Horan

Hon Secretary

March 15^th, 2010

Dear Member

The Captains Drive-in was a great success yesterday and was thoroughly enjoyed by the large number (almost 100) of golfers who participated.

John and Frances made a "vintage" entrance in a buggy which was reminiscent of a bygone era. Their drives were vintage also - right down the middle and were greeted with applause from the members and guests.

The scramble competition results were as follows:

1st: Liam O'Loughlin, Basil Phipps, Stephen Byrne, John Kilbride 60

2nd: John Hyland, Frances Lambe, Paul Fitzpatrick, Noel Reilly 60.4

3rd: P N Whelan, Noel Kelly, Alan Rice, Ann Horan (on countback) 61.3

The Presentation of these prizes and some outstanding ones from earlier competitions took place after an excellent Buffet lunch in Adrian's Bar.

Thanks were expressed to a number of people involved in the organisation of the event and in particular to General Manager John Caffrey, to Norma in the Golf Shop and to the Course and Catering staff.

Adrian's Bar:

Adrian's Bar will re-open for golfers from 10 a.m. each day from Saturday 24 April onwards. In the meantime breakfast will continue to be available in the main Hotel.

Captains Prize:

Arising from some unforeseen clashes in dates it has been necessary to make some changes to planned fixture lists for later in the summer. The first round of the

Captains Prize for the Gents will take place on Sunday 25 July and the final round will be played thirteen days later on Saturday 7 August. You may wish to note this in your diaries and if you wish to stay overnight in Tulfarris on the night of the Captains Dinner (7 August) it would be advisable to contact the hotel straightaway and book your room as these will be allocated on a "first come" basis. Be sure to advise the hotel that you are booking under the "Golf Club's quota".

The first round of the Lady Captains Prize takes place on Sunday 18 July and the second round on Sunday 25 July with presentation of prizes at the Captains Dinner on 7 August.

Other Schedule changes to the Fixture lists will be published on the notice board and the website.

Course News:

The good news is that the 6th hole has been restored to its former glory and was in play yesterday. Well done to everyone involved.Elsewhere on the Course the major

drainage programme got underway this morning and will continue for a few weeks.

Easter Open Competition:

The Easter bank holiday weekend Open Competitions take place on Sunday 4 April and Monday 5 April. Entry fees are Members €10 and Visitors €25. This is an opportunity to encourage fellow golfers to come along and experience a Championship Golf Course at its best. Time sheets are available in the Golf Shop (045 867609).

Fees:

Members should by now have received their Resort Invoices and their GUI/ILGU Club levies invoices. We would encourage you to make these payments to the Golf Club.

Haiti:

The Club has received an acknowledgement of the Members contribution of €500 towards the Irish end of International Medical Charity "Partners in Health". If you want to find out more about their work log on to www.PiH.org

Regards in Golf

John Horan

Hon. Secretary

March 30^th, 2010

Dear Member

Pierce Purcell Shield:

The team manager for the Pierce Purcell Shield interclub competition in 2010 is Mick Curran. He is keen to continue the Club's strong showing in this event and is assembling the strongest possible panel from those who have signalled their willingness to participate. Regrettably, some team members from previous campaigns are unavoidably not available for this year's qualifying date of Saturday 22 May.

Accordingly, Mick has asked me to let the members know that he is in the market to sign up a small number of additional members to the panel. The competition is played by teams from each club consisting of ten members and play will be by foursomes medal play on the qualifying day and foursomes match play in the subsequent rounds (for which we will undoubtedly qualify!). In order to be eligible to compete players must have had a handicap which was not less than 12 during calendar year 2009. The combined lowest playing handicap of each pair during 2009 shall have been not less than 27. Ideal combinations would therefore be 12/15, 13/14, or thereabouts. Players must be over 18 years of age on 1 January 2010.

So if you were in the 12 to 16 handicap range in 2009 and are interested in being considered for selection please contact Mick Curran on 087-6671401.

Barton Shield

Tulfarris' first round outing in this competition is against Milltown at 2.00 p.m. on Friday 9 April with home and away matches. Team Manager, Pearse Daly would welcome any and all support which Club members would like to give at either venue on the day. Good luck to all involved.

Pin Positions

For those of you who played on Sunday last and had to "endure" rather than "enjoy" some unusual pin positions on some greens I have been asked to assure you that this was a one-off abberation which resulted from some mis-communication. Clearly, there are differing interpretations of the term "difficult". We have been assured that there will not be a recurrence of this problem.

Easter Opens

There are still lines available for the Easter Weekend Open Competitions on Sunday and Monday 4 and 5 April. The format will be fourball betterball and the entry fee is €10 for a member and €25 for a visitor. This is a good opportunity to show off your course to your golfing friends. Timesheets are available at 045 867609.

Weekend Competitions

As mentioned previously we intend to introduce "weekend" competitions on a trial basis starting from Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 April. This should facilitate those members who might prefer to play on Saturday mornings and should free up some spaces on the Sunday timesheet. Facilities for payment of your entry fee into the new Club Safe will be available on the day and instructions will be posted on how to proceed. Golfer of the Year (GOY) events will continue to be played on Sundays only.

Annual Subscriptions/Levies

You should by now have received your invoice from the Receiver so just a gentle reminder that your annual subscriptions and levies are due for payment.

Happy Easter

From a snow covered Blessington I wish you all a Happy Easter and a quick change to some better golfing weather in the days and weeks ahead.

John Horan

Hon Secretary

April 16^th, 2010

Dear Member

Weekend Competitions

Tomorrow and Sunday sees the start of our "Weekend" competitions. This will not apply to any Golfer of the Year (GOY) events.

Accordingly, it is possible for members to play on either Saturday or Sunday mornings during Members Competitions Times. The timesheet is in the Golf Shop as usual.

It will not be possible to have "Starters" on site on both days so a new procedure for signing in, making your payment and entering the Competition has been established as follows:

1. Arrive giving plenty of time to check in and reach your tee time as a courtesy to your playing partners

2 Check-in your card or membership number on the Computer as usual - numbers available in white book below printer

3 Tick your name off on the timesheet

4 Fill out the envelope provided with the details required

5 Place entry fee of €10 in envelope and seal envelope and place in the new safe (not in score card box)

6 On completion of your round enter your score as normal on the Computer

7 Make sure to place your score card in the normal score card box (not the safe).

Vs Par

This format may not be familiar to everyone so I will try to explain it as best I can.

The scoring is made as you do in Matchplay except that on this occasion your opponent is the Course. You must try and match (a half) or beat (a win or a plus) "your par" for each hole. For example, the par for an 18 handicapper is 1 shot over the standard par for each hole as shown on the printed score card.

On your score card your marker should record your gross number of strokes for each hole where you make a score equal to or less than "your par" for that hole.If your score is worse than "your par" for that hole you can pick up and move on. This is similar to "scratching" the hole in stableford and will represent a loss of hole (or a minus) as in Matchplay.

The winner of the Competition will be the Golfer who has the highest aggregate of pluses over minuses

Ground Under Repair

With the improvement in underfoot conditions it has been possible to commence the major drainage programme on the Course. The net result of this work will be obvious as you make your way around the Course. Given the extent of the new drains, and the inevitable machinery tracks, it is simply not practical to mark all these areas as Ground Under Repair.

However in accordance with Rule 33.2, on behalf of the Committee such areas are deemed to be "Ground Under Repair" for the foreseeable future.

New Membership Cards

As you may have heard the GUI has a new sponsor and accordingly are re-issuing Membership cards for everyone.These will be available from the first week in May and more details will be given to you at that time. Members payments of Social Levies will be "loaded" or "credited" onto their cards when they are being issued.

May Bank Holiday Weekend Opens

Open Days will be held on Sunday 2 May and Monday 3 May and again this is a good opportunity to show off our Course. Time sheets are available in the Golf Shop and the entry fee for members is €10 and for visitors is €25.

Enjoy your weekend golf and I hope the ASH gives us a wide berth.

Yours in golf

John Horan

Hon Secretary

April 25^th, 2010

Dear Member

The Interclub competitions are in full swing with Tulfarris teams involved in a number of competitions at a range of handicap levels.

Yesterday afternoon Peter Sherwin (Player/Manager) and his Provincial Towns (Handicap 9) team took on Baltinglass on a Home and Away basis. Unfortunately on this occasion we came out second best to an excellent Baltinglass team. Our thanks go to Peter and to Myles Burke, James McCarron, David Reid, Mick Curran, Pearse Daly, Peter Pedersen, Steven Cullen and Cuan MacAogain.

Team manager (and player also) Noel Kelly and the Lisheen Trophy team (Handicap 16 to 18) represented Tulfarris in this one day event played at South County Golf Club this afternoon. Again our thanks go to Noel and his teammates Mattie Nugent, Paddy Doyle, Paul Reid and Pat Mahon. They represented the Club with great distinction, finishing second of the twelve teams competing in the event which was won by our close neighbours Blessington Lakes Golf Club.

The Barton Cup team (played on a foursomes basis with each pair having a minimum combined handicap of 14) take on Dublin City in the second round of this competition on Saturday 8 May at 3.00 p.m. Team Manager Pearse Daly says that he would welcome all the support he can get on the day - either in Dublin City at Ballinascorney or in Tulfarris.

The South Leinster managers John Britton and Noel Kelly have also appealed for members to support their team in their second round on Sunday 9 May against Glenmalure. This competition is also played on a home and away basis (handicap minimum 16) and support in the form of ball spotters would be particularly welcome in Glenmalure, given the challenging terrain on that course. Matches tee off on both courses at 2.00 p.m.

Incidentally, John Britton is not just a winning manager. As I entered my score today in the Committee Prize I saw that John was in the lead with a great score of 41 points. Well done to him.On this point, Competition Secretary Les Broderick has asked that members be reminded to ensure that their scores are entered on the Club's computer system immediately after their round each weekend. Some people are in the (bad) habit of not entering their (bad) scores (in particular) and this has the effect of distorting the Standard Scratch for that competition.

Rounding up the interclub scene Brennan Cup Manager, Joe Gardner (known locally as "Jose - the Special One" after last years great win in this competition) tells me that he has just learned that Tulfarris has a "bye" in Round 1 this year and will begin the defence of their title in June against either Mount Wolseley or Kilkenny.

Some members have been enquiring about Club Jumpers and I can tell you that these are available from Inspire Sport Ireland Ltd, 25L The Prism Complex, Ballymount Court Business Centre, Ballymount Road Lower, Walkinstown, Dublin 12. Tel 016877930. I can also tell you that this company will embroider the Tulfarris Golf Club logo on jumpers or any other clothing item that you bring to them. The cost involved is relatively minor for the embroidery. In this regard the Club "Uniform" for interclub competitions is Navy Jumper, White Polo Shirt and Beige trousers for the mens club and Black Jumper and Trousers with a White Polo Shirt for the ladies.

The timesheets are now available in the Golf Shop for the May Bank Holiday weekend Opens.

Finally, as April 30th is fast approaching I should remind members that the Receiver is adamant that this is the cut-off date for membership renewals for the year March 2010 to February 2011. So if you have not already done so please make your payment now if you wish to remain a member of the Club beyond the end of the month. Sorry to be so blunt about this but it is something beyond our control. Just as soon as all the subs and levies are in we will be issuing new GUI membership cards to everyone. These will be preloaded with the social levy which you have paid and you can begin to use them then to get your 10% discount on food and beverages in Tulfarris.

Regards in Golf

John Horan

Honorary Secretary

PS By the way, do you know why they called the game "golf"? Apparently when it was invented all the other "four letter" words had been used up!

May 9^th, 2010

Good News, Bad News and Great News

First the Good News. Tulfarris won their second round match in the Barton Cup with a good win yesterday over Dublin City Golf Club. Well done to Player Manager Pearse Daly and his partner Liam O'Loughlin, to Niall Robinson and Noel A Kelly, to Kevin Higgins and Ciaran Curley, to Brendan Daly and Mick Curran and also to John Staunton and James McCarron. Good luck to them also in the third round.

Unfortunately, the news is not so good from the South Leinster match against Glenmalure this afternoon where Tulfarris came out a the wrong end of the result. Our thanks nevertheless go to Les Broderick, Mattie Nugent, Ciaran O'Meara, John Devereux, Noel Kelly, Frank Lewis and Pat Mahon. Our expectations as a Club have been raised to a high level by the many successes of this panel in recent years under the dynamic management of John Britton and Noel Kelly. Regrettably you can't win them all but well done lads.

I am mentioning here that Captain John Hyland and Keith Turner were the winners of the Open Competition on 2 May. I do this particularly to record the fact that Keith recorded a hole in one on the second. Well done Keith.

The Captains are in the news again today with Lady Captain Frances Lambe winning the Ladies Committee Prize, pipping Lady President Madeleine Drew Byrne into second place.

Regards from "ASH" bound Spain where we are "stuck" for at least the next few days.

John Horan
Hon Secretary

May 11^th, 2010

Dear Member

Just a reminder that the semi open competition is on tomorrow afternoon in Tulfarris. The entry fees are €10 per member and €20 per visitor. Give the golf shop a call on 045-867609 if you wish to play.

The draw for the Club sinles and doubles matchplays are now available on the Club's website and members should note that the first rounds have to be completed by 1 June 2010. The entry fees of €5 per person should be paid into the safe before your match commences if you have not already paid.

Regards(still stranded in Spain)

John Horan
Hon Secretary

May 19^th, 2010

Dear Member

Following last night's monthly Committee Meeting a number of matters will be of interest to you.

GOLF COURSE REPORT

Despite the fact that growing conditions are approximately 4 weeks behind normal the fertilising and maintenance of the Course seems to be having the desired effect. Members will have seen the extensive drainage work with the "slits" now being filled with sand and overseeded. In addition 500 tonnes of sand will be applied to the Course in the near future as top dressing which will ultimately make a significant improvement to the quality of the Golf Course.

MEMBERSHIP

Renewals have now been completed and I am pleased to say that overall Membership numbers have held up well. It will not come as a surprise to you in the current difficult economic climate that a number of members have not renewed but these have been replaced with new members joining.

GUI CARDS/SOCIAL LEVY

The Golfing Union of Ireland have launched a new Member Smart Card. These new cards replace your existing cards. In addition they will be credited with the amount of the Social Levy that you have paid and can be used for the purchase of food, beverage, accommodation, green fees etc in Tulfarris. Their use will also entitle you to a 10% reduction on food and beverage purchases. Your new Card will be available for collection from Norma in the Golf Shop from this coming weekend. Lady Members should bring their existing ILGU cards to Norma and she will credit their levy amounts.

Incidentally, in order to encourage you to register your new Card with golfnet.ie the GUI is offering prizes for those who do so before 31 May 2010. Instructions on this are included with your new card and are also posted in the Golf Shop.

GUI HANDICAPS

The Handicap Secretary, Phelim Dolan, has asked me to remind Members about the importance of retaining "your" handicap. This matter has been dealt with by a notice on the Tulfarris website for a number of years. In essence it says that in order to retain your handicap in any season it is necessary to return a minimum of 3 qualifying scores in the preceeding year. Failure to do so will result in your handicap being "starred" which will compel players to produce 3 cards for the purpose of re-instating your handicap. A player whose handicap is "starred" is ineligible to win any prizes while so "starred". If you have any queries in this regard please email Phelim at pdolan71@gmail.com.

OPEN COMPETITIONS

The June Bank Holiday Opens take place on Sunday 6 and Monday 7 June. These fourball betterball events are an excellent opportunity to showcase your Course to your friends and we would encourage as many as possible to participate. The entry fees are €10 and €25 for members and visitors respectively. Similarly, the Semi Open Competition on Wednesday 16 June is another such opportunity with fees of €10 and €20. Time sheets are available in the Golf Shop.

WEDNESDAY SCRAMBLES

These sociable Club competitions will start on Wednesday 2 June and will run through the summer (except on Wednesdays of Semi Opens) so we look forward to seeing as many of you as possible. These 2 person (any combination) 9 hole scrambles tee off between 5.30 and 6.30 p.m. and are followed by the presentation of prizes in the Hotel bar afterwards. Entry fee is being maintained at the princely sum of €2 per person. I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evenings.

CLUB MATCHPLAYS

The Club singles and doubles matchplay competitions are underway and Members are reminded to have their first round matches completed by the deadline of 1 June.

INTERCLUB COMPETITIONS

This is a busy weekend on the Interclub front with Tulfarris participating in the Pierce Purcell Regional Qualifier at Roundwood Golf Club at 12 noon on Saturday 22 May. Team Manager Mick Curran is confident that the Club will get through to the Regional Semi Finals and Final which will be played on the following day Sunday 23rd.

Barton Cup Team Manager, Pearse Daly and his team play their 3rd round match against Blessington Lakes at 4.00 p.m. on Sunday 23rd on a Home and Away basis. This has all the ingredients of a "local derby" and bragging rights will be up for grabs!

Both teams would welcome any and all support from Club Members over the weekend. Good luck to all involved.

Regards in golf

John Horan

Hon Secretary

June 9^th, 2010

Dear Member,

Thanks to all the members who turned up for the Scramble this evening. Despite the threatening skies which were there from early afternoon we had a good turnout and again some good golf was played in the blustery (but thankfully dry) conditions.

The scores were tightly packed with no less than 8 pairs within 2 shots of each other from 9th place down to 2nd.

In 2nd place with a score of 31.6 were Nigel Fisher and Alan Rice and the winners were Mags and Kieron Ryan with an excellent score of 29.8. Well done to them.

As the Club is running one of its Semi Open Competitions next Wednesday afternoon (16 June), we will not have our weekly Scramble but these will resume the following Wednesday (23 June). There are still some lines available for the Semi Open and you can put your name down by calling the Golf Shop 045 867609. The entry fees are €10 per Member and €20 for your Visitors.

Separately, I have been asked to remind Members that Adrian's Bar is now open on Sundays from midday onwards and food and drink will be available for us after our golf. Don't forget to avail of your Golfing Union cards when paying so as to use your Social Levy payment and get your 10% Member's discount.

Finally, Tulfarris will be participating in the qualifiers of the Jimmy Bruen Shield at 12.00 noon on Saturday 12 June, and if successful will be back again on Sunday morning (13th June) for the regional semi-final, and the final in the afternoon. The competition takes place in Kilkea Castle Golf Club close to Castledermot and the Manager Jerry Lambe and the team would welcome members support during the competition. Good Luck to all involved.

Regards in Golf

John Horan, Honorary Secretary

June 18^th, 2010

Dear Member

Semi Open

Wednesday's semi open had some spectacular scoring and was won by Barry Cramer playing off 16 (not any more) with a great score of 47 pts. Well done Barry. Mick Curran was second with a great 44 pts and Seamus McGrath was third with 41 pts.

Brennan Cup

Tulfarris begins its defence of the Brennan Cup title with a first round outing against Kilkenny on next Sunday 20 June. All matches are "away" in Kilkenny and the tee-off times begin at 3.00 p.m. Assistant Team Manager Paul Fitzpatrick has said that as much support as possible would be welcomed on the day. Best wishes to Paul and the team.

Website

Peter Pedersen continues to develop the Clubs website www.tulfarrisgolfclub.ie and has added a new section on the "Current News" page for archives of these Updates. The website has a wealth of information on club activities including one or two areas that are for members only. The password for these is tulfarris Our thanks go to Peter for this and all his great work on the site and to Brendan Daly for the suggestion which prompted this latest development.

Sunday Tee Times

The new Saturday option for playing non-GOY competitions seems to be proving a success. Members are reminded that in the event of the Sunday reserved Ladies tee times (9.30, 9.40 and 9.50) not being utilised by close of business on Friday these times can be used by members of the Mens Club by having their name put down on the sheet from Saturday morning onwards.

Resort News

We have just heard from General Manager John Caffrey that following on from a detailed inspection of the course and the operations of the Resort in in relation to golf that Tulfarris has received the Failte Ireland Golf Standards Award and as such will be listed as a golf course of best practice on all Failte Ireland golf related marketing material. Congratulations to John and all his team.

In this regard and with the recent spurt in grass growth some areas of rough have been causing "grief" to some members and these and some other matters have been brought to the attention of the Resort. We recognise the limitations which exist in relation to staffing numbers and finances and recognise the good work that is being done and have put forward our comments in a constructive way.

I would also remind members that Adrians Bar is open for business after golf on Sundays and we would encourage as many as possible to avail of this facility.

GUI Cards/ Social Levy

Norma tells me that she still has some members new GUI cards (credited with the member's social levy) which have not yet been collected. Please check with her next time you are in the Golf Shop.

Wednesday Scrambles

Our scrambles continue on each Wednesday - teeing off between 5.30 and 6.30 p.m. with prize presentation immediately afterwards. We look forward to seeing you there.

Presidents Prize Day

The Presidents (Tom Bryan) Prize competition takes place on Sunday 27th June. As is usual this will have a shotgun start at 9.30 a.m. so that we can all finish together and have the presentation of prizes immediately afterwards in Adrians Bar. Our thanks go to the Ladies Club for facilitating this by holding their competition on Saturday.

Regards in golf.

John Horan, Hon Secretary

June 26^th, 2010

Dear Member

We had another great turn out for our Wednesday Scramble, played in ideal golfing conditions with the Course in really good shape. The new bar food menu in the Hotel helped to round off a very enjoyable evening.

With 11 pairs within 2 shots of second position the competition was keen.

In 2nd place with a nett score of 29.8 were Lady Captain, Frances Lambe and Dave Reid.

The overall winners, with a really good 28.4 were James and Ita McCarron. Congratulations to them.

Just as a reminder the Presidents (Tom Bryan) Prize to the Ladies is being played on Saturday.

The Presidents Prize for the men is scheduled for Sunday with a shotgun start at 9.30 a.m. If you have not already done so you can get your name on the timesheet by calling the golf shop. The competition will be followed by the presentation of prizes immediately afterwards.

The Wednesday Scrambles continue each week from here on with tee off times between 5.30 and 6.30 p.m.

Regards

John Horan, Hon Secretary

July 1^th, 2010

Dear Member

Despite the threatened rain (which thankfully did not materialise) there was a good turn out for this evenings scramble.

Scoring was good in a strong wind and in 2nd place were Noel Reilly and Corena Lavin Reilly (in her first ever scramble competition) with an excellent score of 28.8. Corena says that her prize will now take pride of place alongside her husband Mark's Captains Prize from 2009!

The first place team could boast of an eagle two on the par four 5th hole, which helped them with their gross 33 and a winning nett score of 27.6. Well done to Tom O'Rourke and Pat Curley. Pat, along with Noel A Kelly, is acting as Convenor for the Tulfarris Junior Members and this also was his first Wednesday Scramble.

Finally, we send our congratulations to Cuan McAogain and his wife on the recent birth of their son, Cuan Og. Perhaps that might also explain why Cuan did not make it among the prize winners this evening, although he and his partner, Cliff Anderson were not that far away.

Thanks to all those who attended and we look forward to seeing as many members as possible next week.

John Horan, Hon Secretary

July 15^th, 2010

Dear Member

Another big turn out for the Wednesday Scramble and this time we were playing the back nine. The scores reflected the slightly tougher task and while there were a large number of pairs grouped with scores in the 30 to 32 bracket only two managed to breach this number.

In 2nd place were Mike Pierre (his first outing in these scrambles) and Joe McConville with a very respectable 29.6.

The winners on the night were John and Mary Curley with a good 29.4. Congratulations to them.

Next Wednesday is the July Semi Open and there are still lines available and we will be back again for the Scramble on Wednesday 28 July.

The Captains Dinner as you know is on Saturday 7 August and tickets will be available for purchase from the Starter from next Sunday onwards.

The draw sheet for the first round of the Captains Prize will be available then also and you can put your name down in one of the half hourly blocks and a draw will be made for each of the lines within these half hour periods.

One last reminder also that there are still some rooms available for booking in the hotel for the night of the Dinner for those who wish to stay over.

Finally we send our best wishes to Lady Captain Frances for a successful first day of her Prize competition on next Sunday.

Regards

July 28^th, 2010

Dear Member

This evening we had 40 golfers for our Wednesday Scramble and more than the usual share of excitement.

Past Captain Gerry Lambe "aced" the sixteenth with a perfectly hit rescue club. The ball rattled the pin and flew straight into the hole. His son Ciaran who was his partner in the scramble and their playing partners Joe McConville and his son Daragh were on hand to witness the event which was reported on in full detail in the Hotel bar afterwards as Gerry treated all present to the customary drink. Well done to Gerry on what was his second hole in one. Perhaps this is a good omen for Gerry's horse which runs in Galway tomorrow - No One Tells Me (I think) is the name for those of you who are into these things!

The hole in one contributed to Gerry and Ciaran's net score of 28.4 which got them second place. They were pipped at the post by a great score of 28 from Shemus Dore and Lindsay McGuire.Congratulations to both of them on their win.

These scrambles are becoming somewhat of a family occasion. In addition to fathers and sons Joe and Daragh and Gerry and Ciaran we also had Noel A and Alan Kelly. The Lambes were also represented by Lady Captain Frances and their daughter Claire. John and Mary Curley were accompanied by their son Eoin and their "prospective daughter in law" Catherine Hayes. Noel Reilly was partnered by his daughter in law Corina Lavin Reilly. P N Whelan played alongside his nephew Cian. The biggest family contingent on the night must surely have been Tom and Ann Daly, with their son Brendan and daughter in law Ann Murphy Daly and their three grandson caddies Mark, John and Colm. In addition to these family connections there were all the other usual "odds and sods" who turn up each week in ones and twos and get paired off on the evening so feel free to come along and join in the fun each Wednesday.

There must be something in the water around Tulfarris because in the last Club competition - the first round of the Captains Prize - long time member and all round good guy Richard Cowley "aced" the second hole on his way to the top echelons of the leader board. Richard also used a rescue club as he drew the ball in off the bank on the right of the green and into the cup. Richard treated as many members as he could find - and many seemed to find him - in the Hotel bar on Sunday afternoon. Well done to him also.

Richard will have a late start on Saturday week 7th August for the second round. If you want to check your tee time you can call the Golf Shop next week or you can have a look at the Club's website www.tulfarrisgolfclub.ie. There you will find a "provisional" draw sheet which will be updated over the weekend. If there are any members who played in the first round and cannot play in the second please let us know now so that the final time sheet is not disrupted on the day. Similarly if there are any members who did not play on Sunday who now wish to play in the second round please let us know also. I would remind those members that there are still prizes on offer such as Day 2, Nearest the Pin and Longest Drive - not to mention the Captains "goodie bag".

There are still some tickets available for the Dinner and these can be purchased at a cost of €35 each by contacting Vice Captain Pearse Daly on 085 1743751 or at dalypd@eircom.ie. Tickets can also be purchased from the Starters at next weekends Open Days.

For those of you with an interest in the statistical end of things a quick look at last Sunday's scores shows a really closely packed leader board. In contention for the Captains Prize are at least 30 players who are within 6 shots of the leaders. That is not to exclude the rest of us who are slightly futher adrift. Of these 30 players 14 players are single handicap golfers and sixteen are 10 upwards. So it would seem that the Captains aim of having as wide as possible a field of contenders going into Day 2 has worked. Lets see what delightful pin positions he sets up for us on the 7th.

There are still some lines available for the Open Days on Sunday and Monday 1 and 2 August. You can book your time by contacting the Golf Shop - 045 867609.

Finally, Tulfarris got honourable mention in the All Ireland Pitch and Putt winners speech last weekend when Declan McCarron thanked his brother James for arranging for him the use of the practice putting green at Tulfarris ahead of the event. I am not sure if he got any particular putting tips from James, or is it the other way round! Congratulations to Declan.

Regards in Golf

John Horan

Hon Secretary

August 8^th, 2010

Dear Member

All the results of the Lady Captains and Captains Prize competitions were announced at last nights Captains Dinner in Tulfarris.

For your information and for the record the following members took home the silverware.

Lady Captains (Frances Lambe) Prize:

Winner: Madeleine Drew Byrne 59 pts

Runner Up: Ita McCarron 52 pts

Third: Ann Daly 48 pts

Round 1: Lyndsay McGuire 35 pts

Round 2: Ann Horan 29 pts

Nearest the Pin: Emer Carey

Long Drive: Ann Murphy Daly

Lady Captains Prize to the Gents: Cuan MacAogain

Captains (John Hyland) Prize:

Winner: Joe McConville 144

Runner Up: John Staunton 149

Third: Peter Pedersen 151

Gross: Brendan Daly 162

Fourth: Gavin O Flaherty 151 (on countback)

Fifth: Niall Robinson 151

Sixth: Ciaran Curley 152 (on countback)

Past Captains: Brendan Daly 152

Round 1: Richard Cowley

Round 2: Sean O Shea

Nearest the Pin: Niall Robinson

Long Drive: P N Whelan

Captains Prize for Juniors: Jay Curley 148

Captains Prize to Ladies: Frances Lambe

On the night special presentations were made to Richard Cowley and Jerry Lambe to mark their Holes in One in recent weeks.

Special tributes were paid to Resort General Manager, John Caffrey, and his staff - particularly David Brady (Course Superintendent), Norma in the Golf Shop, Derek, Darren and their colleagues in the Bar and Restaurant - for all their great work in preparations for these events and over the past year. It really is appreciated by the members.

The Committees of both the Mens and Ladies Clubs were the subject of kind comments from both Captains.

Finally, on behalf of the members I would pass on thanks and congratulations to the two Captains, Frances and John, for the huge effort they have made over the course of their year todate and specifically in ensuring that their Captains Prize Competitions and Annual Dinner were so successful and enjoyed by so many. On behalf of the members tokens of our appreciation were presented to them last night as mementoes of their year in office.

Regards in Golf

John Horan, Honorary Secretary

August 18^th, 2010

Dear Member

Despite the threatened (and actual) heavy rain storm we had 28 golfers taking part in this evenings scramble which was played on the back nine.

In 2nd place with a score of 30.0 were Club Treasurer Niall Robinson and his wife Maria Carville. Well done to them.

The overall winners were Myles Burke and Cian Whelan with a great score of 28.8. Congratulations to Myles who featured in second place last week when he was accompanied by a slightly "older model" in Conor Kinnerk. Particular congratulations to young Cian, one of our Junior Members.

The Tulfarris Juniors are beginning to make a name for themselves with Cian winning the Putting competition at the GUI/ILGU Junior Open Event in Castlewarden on Monday. On the same day Claire Lambe won the Nearest the Pin competition at the same event. There were reports that she was seen to out-drive her Mother on some holes tonight!

Pat Curley, Noel A Kelly and Frances Lambe are doing great work with these younger members and tonight Noel asked me to see if Members could donate some of their used golf balls to the Junior section for their practice sessions on Saturdays. Noel A will arrange to have a collection box for these balls in the Golf Shop from this coming weekend onwards. Your help would be appreciated.

Next week will be our final Wednesday Scramble for this year and I look forward to seeing as many as possible taking part. Towards this end, and given that the evenings will be closing in from hereon, we might start a bit earlier from say 4.30 p.m. onwards with the last tee-time at 6.20 p.m. The presentation of prizes will take place immediately after the golf in the Hotel Bar and we will have some complimentary finger food refreshments available to round off a successful summer of scrambles.

Regards

John Horan, Hon Secretary

August 25^th, 2010

Dear Member

This evening we had 32 members taking part in our final Wednesday Scramble for 2010.

Since 2nd June we have had 11 such events with an average weekly turnout in excess of 30 members. Given that there were four prize winners each week, that allowed for the possibility of 44 winners in total. With some members winning or coming second more than once we were never going to have that outcome but having analysed the weekly results including this evenings, 37 different individuals won prizes - the handicapping system surely works! Of these, there were 9 separate ladies among the prize winners and 2 juniors.

I should digress here to tell you that a very successful junior semi open was held in Tulfarris on Monday - well done to Junior organisers - Pat Curley, Noel A Kelly and Frances Lambe.The juniors have been well represented all along in the weekly scrambles by people such as Claire and Ciaran Lambe, Cian Whelan, Dara McConville and so on. From what I heard tonight the golfing bug is spreading among some younger members of other families such as the Robinsons, with daughters Ciara and Aoife turning out on Monday along with Rebecca Edwards.

Back to the analysis of the scrambles - the winning weekly scores up to tonight ranged from 26.6 to 29.8. The runner up position was achieved with scores of 28.0 to 31.6 over the previous 10 weeks. From these you will appreciate just how good tonights winning scores were.

The runners up this evening with a score of 26.5 - which would have won on any other night - were Treasurer, Niall Robinson and Maria Carvill. Well done to them.

The winners had a fantastic score with no less than seven 3's in the 9 holes. They were Captain John Hyland and Stephen Cullen. Congratulations to them on a wonderful net score of 25.4.

The summer's scrambles were rounded off with the usual presentation of prizes in the Hotel bar and tonight's event was rounded off with some finger food kindly provided by General Manager, John Caffrey. We send our thanks to him.

Finally, a big thank you to all those members who participated in the scrambles, and in the "afters".

Regards

John Horan

Hon Secretary

September 8th, 2010

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Dear Member

The Captain, John Hyland, has asked me to tell you that his Charity Day has been changed from the original diary date of Saturday 11th September. It will now be held on the following day Sunday 12th September.

The charitable causes being supported this year are ARC cancer support and The Scoliosis Department in Crumlin Children's Hospital.

The day will begin with registration from 8.30am onwards and a multi-tee shotgun start at 9.30am. The format will be a sociable 4 person Scramble open to men and ladies, members and guests. The entry fee for a team of 4 players will be €25 per person (€100 per team). The presentation of prizes will take place immediately after the golf.

In order to boost the proceeds, all of which will go to the chosen charities, sponsorship of each tee will be possible - just give the Captain a call on 087 2712644 if you wish to have your name or your firm's name associated with the event. A raffle will also be held on the day.

Teams can consist of members, members and guests, or just guests. If you are coming to play on your own, or with say one other person, every effort will be made to make up teams of four. So if you want to have an enjoyable day's golf and support good charitable causes give the Golf Shop a call on 045 867609 to get on the timesheet.

Regards in Golf

John Horan, Honorary Secretary

September 23^rd, 2010

Dear Member

Captains Charity Day

Captain John Hyland has asked me to pass on his thanks to you for your support for his Captains Charity Day. The ARC Cancer Support Service and the Scoliosis Department, Crumlin Hospital were the worthy recipients of the proceeds. Their representatives who attended on the day expressed their gratitude for this contribution to their work. Saidbh Turner, Keith's daughter, was the undoubted star of the occasion when she spoke so eloquently on behalf of Crumlin.

Use of GPS on Course

The Committee has asked me to remind members that the use of distance measuring devices is not permitted during Club Competitions in Tulfarris.

Social Levy

Members are also reminded that, if they have not already done so, they should ensure that their "Social Levy" amounts are used for the purchase of food and beverage, accommodation, green fees and purchases in the Golf Shop before the end of February 2011. It really is a case of "use it or lose it".

Some Selected Dates for your Diary

The PNW Trophies competitions take place this Sunday 26 September.

October Bank Holiday Open Weekend - Sunday 24 and Monday 25 October.

End of Year Scramble, organised by the Ladies Club and kindly sponsored by Jerry Lambe - Sunday 31 October - Shotgun start 9.30 a.m.

Finally and importantly, the 2010 AGMs for both the Mens and Ladies Clubs will be held at 1.30 p.m. on Sunday 21 November 2010 in Tulfarris. Papers for the meeting will be issued later. Golf on that day will be a shotgun start at 9.30 a.m.

Regards in Golf

John Horan

Hon. Secretary

October 27th, 2010

The Clubs' end of year Scramble will take place on next Sunday 31 October with registration from 8.30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 9.30 a.m. The golf will be followed immediately by the presentation of prizes. The competition is very kindly and generously sponsored by Jerry Lambe and we send our thanks to him. If you wish to get your name in for the draw please do so in the next few days by calling Norma in the Golf Shop on 045 867609.

Competition Secretary Les Broderick tells me that the Men's Club will be using this opportunity to present all outstanding Medals, Prizes, Vouchers and Twos money.

Les also has asked me to pass on details of the Winter League Competitions. Full details are also posted by Les in the Golf Shop for your information. The leagues commence on Sunday 7th November 2010 and will continue through to the end of February 2011. The singles league will be calculated from each players best scores in 50% of the rounds played, plus 1 round. All players will be automatically entered into the singles league.

For the doubles league players must nominate their partners on the entry sheet provided in the Golf Shop. It is important that this is done before the league commences. Each pair's score will be calculated by using the combination of their individual best scores in 50% of the rounds played, plus 1 round. There is no additional entry fee for these events over and above the normal Sunday competition fee.

As advised previously Resort General Manager John Caffrey is moving on to manage the Osprey Hotel in Naas. At a formal Liaison Committee Meeting tonight John introduced us to his replacement, Mark Howell. We look forward to a continuation of the excellent working relationship which we have had with John and we wish Mark well in his time at Tulfarris. Incidentally, Mark lists "golf" among his many interests and is currently playing off a handicap of 5.

The meeting was attended by the Captains, John Hyland and Frances Lambe, President Tom Bryan, Vice Captains Pearse Daly and Ann Horan and the Hon Secretaries John Horan and Olive Whelan. Among the matters discussed were the Calendar of Events for the Club's 21st Anniverary year - 2011, retention of existing members and the attracting of new members to the Club, the golf shop and other aspects of the Resorts operations and how they can best meet members' requirements. There was an extensive discussion on Course matters and a more detailed follow up Greens Committee meeting will be held in the very near future with Head Greenkeeper, David Brady and the new General Manager.

Formal notifications and related documentation will issue shortly for the Annual General Meetings which are scheduled for Sunday 21 November after golf. I am pleased to tell you that the Resort will host a finger food buffet reception immediately after the AGMs and we send our thanks to them for this generous gesture. Please put the date in your diary and perhaps you might want also to note that the Christmas Scramble is scheduled for Sunday 5 December.

Finally, members keep on getting holes in one. Our congratulations on this occasion go to Myles Burke for his ace at the Par 3, fifth hole in Baltinglass last Saturday. The bottom of the pin was not visible from the tee box so the excitement only began when they got to the green. Well done to Myles for his first ace - the way he plays it was only a matter of time!

Regards in Golf

John Horan

Hon. Secretary

November 17th, 2010

Dear Member

Annual General Meetings: The AGMs will take place in Tulfarris at 1.00 p.m. on Sunday next, 21 November, after Winter League golf which tees off at 9.30 a.m. with a shotgun start - registration at 9.00 a.m.

If it should happen that the morning's golf had to be cancelled or curtailed (e.g. for weather reasons) the AGMs will go ahead as planned at 1.00 p.m.and will be followed by a finger food buffet which is kindly hosted by the Resort Management at approximately 2.30 p.m. This will be an opportunity for Members to meet the new General Manager, Mark Howell who I am glad to say is joining the Golf Club also.

Winter League: For the duration of the Winter League competition the Committee has decided that Conditions of Play will be "Placing everywhere". In the event that you are in a bunker you can play the ball as it lies or you can "Rake and Place". Of course you should rake again after your shot so the routine should be Rake, Place and Rake again. In order to ensure that as many people as possible get a chance to win each week the Committee has also decided that each weekly winner will have a one shot reduction in their handicap each time they win. This is an "internal" cut only for the duration of the Winter League and will not affect members handicaps in any other competitions.

Frost: Head Greenkeeper, David Brady has posted important notices in the Golf Shop in relation to the substantial damage which foot traffic causes to frozen greens and we would encourage all members to read these and to follow their guidance closely. David points out that in the event of frost occurring "it is essential that golfers do not play to main greens or use the practice putting green when green staff have put temporary greens in play. The green staff realise that temporary greens are not popular with the membership but that they are a necessary evil. Temporary greens will only be used as a last resort". In relation to frost delays it is important that golfers do not go out on the course until the all clear has been given through the Golf Shop.

While we are on course matters we should say how pleased members have been with the condition of the course, and the greens in particular, despite all the heavy rains that have been experienced in recent weeks. Well done to David and his team.

Looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Sunday.

Regards

John Horan

Hon Secretary

November 24th, 2010

Dear Member

We had over 40 members at the AGM held on Sunday. The following Committee were elected for the forthcoming year.

Captain: Pearse Daly

Vice Captain: Niall Robinson

Hon Secretary: John Horan

Hon. Treasurer: Cuan MacAogain

Committee: Keith Turner, Les Broderick, Ciaran Curley and Noel A Kelly

In addition to these Tom Bryan continues his term as President and John Hyland remains on Committee "ex officio".

Among the motions adopted was a change in the eligibility age for Juniors from 13 years down to 10 years of age.

It was also agreed "that the incoming Committee be authorised to devise and implement a system, including sanctions, if necessary, to deal with the problems created by "No Shows" for tee times". The new Committee will be considering this matter and will revert with their proposed approach in due course.

The Resort's new General Manager, Mark Howell, joined the meeting and outlined his plans for Tulfarris.

For 2011 our annual subscriptions will be unchanged. The social levy of €100 will NOT be charged to existing members but we will get a credit of this amount on our GUI Card to spend in the coming year - compliments of the Resort.The usual arrangements for couples will continue to apply. This is the Resorts way of saying thank you to existing members for their patronage in the past year and was well received by the members present.

With a view to incentivising existing members to encourage their friends and colleagues to join Tulfarris, the Resort will waive the €100 social levy for the new joiners who are nominated by an existing member. In addition the existing member will receive a further credit of €75 on their GUI card for each new member who joins at their instigation.

In addition to the above all the other business appropriate to the AGM was fully attended to and the members then adjourned to a finger food reception kindly hosted by the Resort.

The Winter League continues, except on Sunday 5 December when we have our annual Christmas Scramble. This will be a shotgun start - 9.00 for 9.30 a.m. Be sure to get your name down - and note the earlier comment about "No Shows"! We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at this festive gathering.

Finally, Captain Pearse Daly has the calendar of events for 2011 virtually complete and this will be available soon on the Club's Website and will be circulated later in hard copy. We will keep you up to date with developments as they occur in the months ahead.

Regards

John Horan

Hon Secretary

November 24th, 2010

Dear Member

There is still more than a foot of snow on the golf course at Tulfarris and it will not be open tomorrow Sunday 12 December.

The Christmas Scramble will now take place on next Sunday 19th - weather permitting of course - registration at 9 a.m. and shotgun start at 9.30.

I hope that the severe weather has not inconvenienced you too much and hopefully we are seeing the end of it for sometime to come.

In this regard I am sure you will be like me in envying Mattie Nugent who you may know emigrated with his family to Australia in September. He is joining a golf club down there and in an email to me during the week he mentioned in passing that he had his front and back doors open to create a balmy cooling breeze through the house at 9 p.m. in the evening. The contrast!

Regards

John Horan

Hon Secretary