Randy Lee the C.P.G.A. professional/manager won the P.G.A. teacher of the year for Ontario in 2001 and the club won the Herbsy award for;

    *best 19th hole

*best greens

*best service

The course is 18 holes, par 72 with creeks and ponds running through the 128 acres of well manicured golf terain.

Jeff Faflak our C.G.S.A superintendent has done a wonderful job and is continually impressing our members and guests with excellent greens and lush fairways.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR SUPERINTENDENT

Welcome to the Blenheim Golf Course Website.

The following is a tee to green overview of some of the more technical and interesting aspects of our course, which have been developed since its inception in 1967. By necessity it is limited to a thumbnail sketch, briefly outlining those points that we regard as our strengths.

We have a trio of course ratings; red, white and blue, the markers for which can be placed on 41 separate tee decks, allowing the course to be enjoyed by every caliber of player and from a variety of vantage points.

To aim for is a mere 23 acres in total, of irrigated poa annua fairways. Cut at just under a half inch, they are pleasant to play from. If you stray however, there is a buffer of primary rough to brake your ball before it rolls into the bluegrass rough, which cut at 2 inches can undermine your confidence.

There are 2.5 acres of greens, which are undulant and quick, cut at just over one tenth of an inch. Since they are comprised of a blend of bentgrass and poa annua grasses, they are relatively grain free, giving consistent ball roll and are also resilient to the wear of everyday play and a long season.

Turf is not the only thing you will find at Blenheim. You must be aware of the many strategically placed greenside and fairway bunkers. These are filled with the highest quality off-white bunker sand trucked in from Huntsville Ontario, which will make your daunting "task at hand" as pain free as possible.

Water too can be found. There are five ponds that come into play on 6 holes and 4 creeks on 10 holes. These serve not only as hazards but also as a sanctuary for fish and fowl and help to break the monotony of turf.

We are fortunate enough to be located within the "Carolinian Forest" region of Southwestern Ontario, and have sustained and endeavored to enhance that niche of arboriculture. Many species of Carolinian forest can be found lining our areas of play, and 6 holes either play through or are bounded by forest. Also, in keeping with the natural motif, we preserve nearly 2 acres of "naturalized" area. No mower, fertilizer or pesticide will find a home in these areas where wildflowers, water, trees and even an errant shot gets relief. No entry into these areas is allowed, but a free drop is available without penalty.

Paying heed to the player who prefers to ride, we have 4000 linear yards of paved cartpath. Even on the most inclement days, carts may be allowed.

For those who wish to loosen up prior to a round, there are two practice greens to choose from and a target green with bunker as well. A driving net is available for hitting longer clubs.

Exercising due diligence and through continuing education we are endeavoring to stay abreast of the most recent trends in the industry, including those of Nutrient and Integrated Pest Management.

A keen staff supports The Blenheim Golf Club, who along with members are proud of their facility inside and out and the accomplishments met thus far.

Enjoy!

Jeff Faflak