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BAKER NATIONAL, MEDINA • CLEARY LAKE, PRIOR LAKE EAGLE LAKE, PLYMOUTH • GLEN LAKE, MINNETONKA golf academy of THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT

At the Golf Academy of Three Rivers Park District, the most important goal is to maximize your enjoyment of the game of golf. Experienced teaching professionals offer a full progression of lessons for golfers of all ages and skill levels, and a wide variety of options help anyone fit golf instruction into their schedule. Public and private lessons, clinics, camps and schools are designed specifically for kids, adults and women.

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Baker National Eagle Lake Golf Course Youth Golf Center Baker Park Reserve Eagle Lake Regional Park 2935 Parkview Drive 11000 County Road 10 Medina • 763.694.7670 Plymouth • 763.694.7695 • 18-hole Championship Course (Par 72) • 9-hole Executive Course (Par 31) • 9-hole Executive Course (Par 30) • 9-hole Lighted Pitch & Putt Course (Par 27) • Natural Turf Driving Range • Lighted Driving Range and Short-game • Short-game Practice Area Practice Area • FootGolf • 18-hole Mini-golf Course • Pro Shop • FootGolf • Grill • Sheltered Picnic Rental • Room Rentals • Concessions • Adaptive Equipment & Lessons Cleary Lake Golf Course Cleary Lake Regional Park Glen Lake Golf 18106 Texas Avenue & Practice Center Prior Lake • 763.694.7777 14350 County Road 62 • 9-hole Executive Course (Par 28) Minnetonka • 763.694.7824 • Driving Range • 9-hole Executive Course (Par 31) • Short-game Practice Area • Driving Range • FootGolf • Large Practice Green • Pavilion Rental • Concessions • Concessions stay connected Get the latest golf news, event updates, and discounts.

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table of contents...... page The First Tee and Junior Coed Group Lessons...... 3–13 Adult/Junior Lessons...... 13 LPGA-USGA Girls Golf Special Events...... 14–15 Junior Coed Lesson Leagues...... 16–19 Junior Leagues...... 20 Birthday Parties and FootGolf...... 21 The First Tee Special Events...... 22–23 Golf and Recreation Summer Camps...... 24–25 Adult Group Lessons...... 26–29 Adult Lesson Leagues...... 30 Short Course Season Pass and Adult Clinics...... 31 Private Lessons...... 32 Registration Information...... 33 3 junior golf lessons and leagues Commitment to Youth Three Rivers continues a tradition of introducing young people to the lifetime sport of golf. The Golf Academy offers lessons, leagues and camps for children of all ages and abilities. Take advantage of the numerous opportunities to have fun and learn the game of golf.

THE NINE CORE VALUES OF THE FIRST TEE:

The First Tee of Three Rivers Park District Responsibility is the umbrella under which many different Sportsmanship programs are supported, including lesson Perseverance leagues, Hooked on Golf, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf, Baker Golf and Sports Camp, and numerous Confidence junior leagues and lesson programs. All four Judgment golf facilities host a program of The First Tee Honesty of Three Rivers Park District. The overall goal Respect of these programs is to grow the game of golf by providing affordable and accessible Courtesy opportunities for youth. Integrity 4

junior coed group lessons

LITTLE WHIPPERS – LEARN TO GOLF Three 45-minute lessons – $45 These mini-lessons are designed as an introduction for very young golfers. Points of emphasis: Fun and games that introduce putting, chipping and the full swing. A putter, 7 iron and 9 iron are needed; limited clubs available for use.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 5-6 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6 1-1:45 pm 811004 -BA 5-6 Tue-Thu May 16-18 4-4:45 pm 811004 -BB 5-6 Sat June 10, 17, 24 1-1:45 pm 811004 -BC 5-6 Mon-Wed June 19-21 4-4:45 pm 811004 -BD 5-6 Mon-Wed July 10-12 4-4:45 pm 811004 -BE 5-6 Fri July 14, 21, 28 Noon-12:45 pm 811004 -BF 5-6 Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5 1-1:45 pm 811004 -BG 5-6 Mon-Wed Aug 14-16 9-9:45 am 811004 -BH

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 5-6 Fri June 2, 9, 16 5:15-6 pm 831004-BA 5-6 Fri June 23, July 7, 14 4:15-5 pm 831004-BB 5-6 Sat June 3, 10, 17 11:30 am-12:15 pm 831004-BC 5-6 Mon/Wed/Fri July 10, 12, 14 5:30-6:15 pm 831004-BD 5-6 Tue-Thu July 18-20 4:45-5:30 pm 831004-BE 5-6 Sat Aug 5, 12, 19 9-9:45 am 831004-BF

Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 5-6 Sat May 6, 13, 20 Noon-12:45 pm 841004-BA 5-6 Tue-Thu May 9 -11 4-4:45 pm 841004-BB 5-6 Tue-Thu May 16-18 4-4:45 pm 841004-BC 5-6 Sat June 10, 17, 24 11-11:45 am 841004-BD 5-6 Sat June 10, 17, 24 3-3:45 pm 841004-BE 5-6 Tue-Thu June 13-15 3-3:45 pm 841004-BF 5-6 Mon-Wed June 19-21 3-3:45 pm 841004-BG 5-6 Sat July 8, 15, 22 Noon-12:45 pm 841004-BH 5-6 Sat July 29, Aug 5, 12 Noon-12:45 pm 841004-BI 5-6 Tue-Thu Aug 1-3 10-10:45 am 841004-BJ 5-6 Tue-Thu Aug 15-17 10-10:45 am 841004-BK

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Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 5-6 Sat Apr 29, May 6, 13 9-9:45 am 821004-BA 5-6 Sat Apr 29, May 6, 13 2-2:45 pm 821004-BB 5-6 Fri May 5, 12, 19 6-6:45 pm 821004-BC 5-6 Tue-Thu May 23-25 5-5:45 pm 821004-BD 5-6 Tue-Thu May 30, 31, June 1 5-5:45 pm 821004-BE 5-6 Mon-Wed June 5-7 5-5:45 pm 821004-BF 5-6 Mon-Wed June 12-14 4-4:45 pm 821004-BG 5-6 Tue-Thu June 20-22 3:30-4:15 pm 821004-BH 5-6 Fri July 7, 14, 21 1-1:45 pm 821004-BI 5-6 Sat July 8, 15, 22 2-2:45 pm 821004-BJ 5-6 Mon-Wed July 17-19 4-4:45 pm 821004-BK 5-6 Mon-Wed July 31-Aug 2 3-4 pm 821004-BL 5-6 Wed-Fri Aug 2-4 10-10:45 am 821004-BM 5-6 Sat Aug 5, 12, 19 9-9:45 am 821004-BN 5-6 Wed-Fri Aug 9 -11 3-4 pm 821004-BO 5-6 Wed-Fri Aug 16-18 10-10:45 am 821004-BP 6

PLAYER LEVEL LESSONS Five 1-hour lessons – $105 Lessons designed specifically for kids to encourage and create an interest in the game that follows them as they grow. Points of emphasis: Short game, putting, chipping and full swing. Young golfers learn about equipment, golf terms, rules and etiquette. Participants are introduced to the Nine Core Values of The First Tee.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 6-8 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 Noon-1 pm 811005-BA 6-8 Tue/Thu May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 4:30-5:30 pm 811005-BB 6-8 Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 Noon-1 pm 811005-BC 6-8 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17 11 am- Noon 811005-BD 6-8 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19 11 am- Noon 811005-BE 6-8 Mon-Fri June 19-23 3-4 pm 811005-BF 6-8 Mon-Fri July 10-14 3-4 pm 811005-BG 6-8 Fri July 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11 11 am- Noon 811005-BH 6-8 Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 Noon-1 pm 811005-BI 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 14-18 10 -11 am 811005-BJ 6-8 Tue/Thu Sept 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 4-5 pm 811005-BK

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 6-8 Sat May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 10 -11 am 831005-BA 6-8 Mon-Fri June 12-16 4:30-5:30 pm 831005-BB 6-8 Fri June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 9-10 am 831005-BC 6-8 Mon-Fri June 19-23 5-6 pm 831005-BD 6-8 Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 10:30-11:30 am 831005-BE 6-8 Mon-Fri July 10-14 6-7 pm 831005-BF 6-8 Mon-Fri July 17-21 5:30-6:30 pm 831005-BG 6-8 Mon-Fri July 31-Aug 4 10:30-11:30 am 831005-BH 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 7-11 9-10 am 831005-BI 6-8 Sat Aug 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 9 10:30-11:30 am 831005-BJ

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Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 6-8 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 9-10 am 841005-BA 6-8 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 11 am- Noon 841005-BB 6-8 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 3-4 pm 841005-BC 6-8 Sat June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 8 9-10 am 841005-BD 6-8 Sat June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 8 2-3 pm 841005-BE 6-8 Fri June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 9-10 am 841005-BF 6-8 Tue/Thu June 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 2-3 pm 841005-BG 6-8 Sat July 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12 9-10 am 841005-BH 6-8 Mon-Fri July 24-28 9-10 am 841005-BI 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 7-11 9-10 am 841005-BJ 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 21-25 9-10 am 841005-BK 6-8 Mon-Fri Sept 11-15 5-6 pm 841005-BL

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 6-8 Mon/Wed/Fri Apr 17, 19, 21, 24, 26 5-6 pm 821005-BA 6-8 Fri Apr 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2 4-5 pm 821005-BB 6-8 Sat Apr 29, May 6, 13, 20, June 3 3-4 pm 821005-BC 6-8 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19 9-10 am 821005-BD 6-8 Thu June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13 9-10 am 821005-BE 6-8 Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 3-4 pm 821005-BF 6-8 Sat June 17, 24, July 8, 15, 22 11 am- Noon 821005-BG 6-8 Mon/Wed July 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 5-6 pm 821005-BH 6-8 Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 1-2 pm 821005-BI 6-8 Fri July 21, 28, Aug 4, 11, 18 9-10 am 821005-BJ 6-8 Sat July 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 10 -11 am 821005-BK 6-8 Mon-Fri July 31-Aug 4 11 am- Noon 821005-BL 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 14-18 3-4 pm 821005-BM 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 21-25 2-3 pm 821005-BN 6-8 Mon-Fri Aug 28-Sept 1 5-6 pm 821005-BO 8

HOOKED ON GOLF – PAR LEVEL LESSONS Four 3-hour lessons – $179 A comprehensive program of The First Tee of Three Rivers Park District, the goal is to encourage kids to have fun playing golf. Each participant receives a new starter set of golf clubs and hat. Know your child’s height and whether right- or left-handed before registration. Points of emphasis: Basic fundamentals of golf and an introduction of Par Level life skills and certification. Each day also includes a special 30-minute presentation covering golf etiquette, golf course maintenance, and the environment.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Mon-Thu June 12-15 1-4 pm 811506 -BA 8-12 Mon-Thu July 17-20 1-4 pm 811506 -BB

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Mon-Thu June 5-8* 9 am-Noon 831506-BA 8-12 Mon-Thu June 12-15* 9 am-Noon 831506-BB 8-12 Mon-Thu June 19-22 9 am-Noon 831506-BC 8-12 Mon-Thu June 26-29* 9 am-Noon 831506-BD 8-12 Mon-Thu July 10-13 9 am-Noon 831506-BE 8-12 Mon-Thu July 17-20 9 am-Noon 831506-BF 8-12 Mon-Thu July 24-27* 9 am-Noon 831506-BG 8-12 Mon-Thu July 31-Aug 3 9 am-Noon 831506-BH 8-12 Mon-Thu Aug 7-10* 9 am-Noon 831506-BI * These lessons can be combined with Outdoor Adventure Camp for a full day of fun. Optional extended care available for kids registered for both Hooked on Golf and Outdoor Adventure Camp during select weeks. See page 24 for more details.

Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Mon-Thu June 12-15 9 am-Noon 841506-BA 8-12 Mon-Thu June 19-22 9 am-Noon 841506-BB 8-12 Mon-Thu June 26-29 9 am-Noon 841506-BC 8-12 Mon-Thu July 10-13 9 am-Noon 841506-BD 8-12 Mon-Thu July 17-20 9 am-Noon 841506-BE

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Mon-Thu June 12-15 Noon-3 pm 821506-BA 8-12 Mon-Thu June 19-22 Noon-3 pm 821506-BB 8-12 Mon-Thu June 26-29 Noon-3 pm 821506-BC 8-12 Mon-Thu July 10-13 Noon-3 pm 821506-BD 8-12 Mon-Thu July 24-27 Noon-3 pm 821506-BE

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HOOKED ON GOLF II - PAR LEVEL LESSONS Four 2-hour lessons – $139 The second part of the Hooked on Golf series, the goal is to encourage kids to have fun playing golf. In addition to golf fundamentals, the program consists of games to reinforce golf skills learned. Participants play a few holes on the course one day. Points of emphasis: Basic fundamentals of golf and an introduction of Par Level life skills and certification. Each day also includes a special presentation covering golf etiquette, golf course maintenance, and the environment. Participants can use their clubs from Hooked on Golf I, as no clubs are given for Hooked on Golf II.

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Mon-Thu July 31-Aug 3 Noon-2 pm 821506-BG 8-12 Mon-Thu Aug 7-10 Noon-2 pm 821506-BH 10

PAR LEVEL LESSONS Five 1-hour lessons – $105 Par Level junior golf lessons are for those new to the game or for those who have completed the Player Level. Points of emphasis: Basic fundamentals of the long and short game, USGA golf rules, and etiquette. Putting, chipping, irons, and woods are taught.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 11 am- Noon 811706 -BA 8-12 Tue/Thu May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 5:30-6:30 pm 811706 -BB 8-12 Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 11 am- Noon 811706 -BC 8-12 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17 10 -11 am 811706 -BD 8-12 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19 10 -11 am 811706 -BE 8-12 Mon-Fri June 19-23 2-3 pm 811706 -BF 8-12 Mon-Fri July 10-14 2-3 pm 811706 -BG 8-12 Fri July 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11 10 -11 am 811706 -BH 8-12 Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 11 am- Noon 811706 -BI 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 14-18 11 am- Noon 811706 -BJ 8-12 Tue/Thu Sept 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 5-6 pm 811706 -BK

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Sat May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 9-10 am 831006-BA 8-12 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17 9:30-10:30 am 831006-BB 8-12 Mon-Fri June 12-16 6:30-7:30 pm 831006-BC 8-12 Fri June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 10 -11 am 831006-BD 8-12 Mon-Fri June 19-23 6-7 pm 831006-BE 8-12 Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 9-10 am 831006-BF 8-12 Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 Noon-1 pm 831006-BG 8-12 Mon-Fri July 17-21 6:30-7:30 pm 831006-BH 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 7-11 10 -11 am 831006-BI

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Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 10 -11 am 841006-BA 8-12 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 2-3 pm 841006-BB 8-12 Sat June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 8 8-9 am 841006-BC 8-12 Mon/Wed June 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 1-2 pm 841006-BD 8-12 Fri June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 10 -11 am 841006-BE 8-12 Mon/Wed July 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 2-3 pm 841006-BF 8-12 Sat July 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12 11 am- Noon 841006-BG 8-12 Mon-Fri July 24-28 11 am- Noon 841006-BH 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 7-11 10 -11 am 841006-BI 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 21-25 10 -11 am 841006-BJ 8-12 Mon-Fri Sept 11-15 6-7 pm 841006-BK

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8-12 Tue/Thu Apr 18, 20, 25, 27, May 2 5-6 pm 821006-BA 8-12 Fri Apr 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2 5-6 pm 821006-BB 8-12 Sat Apr 29, May 6, 13, 20, June 3 1-2 pm 821006-BC 8-12 Sat Apr 29, May 6, 13, 20, June 3 4-5 pm 821006-BD 8-12 Tue/Thu May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 6-7 pm 821006-BE 8-12 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17 9-10 am 821006-BF 8-12 Mon-Fri June 12-16 11 am- Noon 821006-BG 8-12 Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 4-5 pm 821006-BH 8-12 Tue/Thu June 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 5-6 pm 821006-BI 8-12 Sat June 17, 24, July 8, 15, 22 10 -11 am 821006-BJ 8-12 Tue July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8 5-6 pm 821006-BK 8-12 Tue/Thu July 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 5-6 pm 821006-BL 8-12 Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 9-10 am 821006-BM 8-12 Wed July 26, Aug 2, 9, 16, 23 9-10 am 821006-BN 8-12 Thu July 20, 27, Aug 3, 10, 17 9-10 am 821006-BO 8-12 Mon-Fri July 24-28 4-5 pm 821006-BP 8-12 Sat July 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 2-3 pm 821006-BQ 8-12 Mon-Fri July 31-Aug 4 2-3 pm 821006-BR 8-12 Mon/Wed July 31, Aug 2, 7, 9, 14 5-6 pm 821006-BS 8-12 Mon/Wed Aug 7, 9, 14, 16, 21 11 am- Noon 821006-BT 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 14-18 2-3 pm 821006-BU 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 21-25 3-4 pm 821006-BV 8-12 Mon-Fri Aug 28-Sept 1 6-7 pm 821006-BW 12

BIRDIE LEVEL LESSONS Five 1-hour lessons – $105 Birdie Level lessons are for the junior golfer who regularly plays 9 holes, has completed a Par Level lesson or the equivalent, and is truly interested in skill development. Points of emphasis: Putting, chipping, pitching, sand, irons, woods, and course management.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 9-15 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 10 -11 am 811707-BA 9-15 Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 10 -11 am 811707-BB 9-15 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17 9-10 am 811707-BC 9-15 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19 9-10 am 811707-BD 9-15 Mon-Fri June 19-23 1-2 pm 811707-BE 9-15 Mon-Fri July 10-14 1-2 pm 811707-BF 9-15 Fri July 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11 9-10 am 811707-BG 9-15 Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 10 -11 am 811707-BH 9-15 Mon-Fri Aug 14-18 Noon-1 pm 811707-BI 9-15 Tue/Thu Sept 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 6-7 pm 811707-BJ

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 9-15 Mon-Fri May 29-June 2 7-8 pm 831007-BA 9-15 Fri June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 11 am- Noon 831007-BB 9-15 Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 8-9 am 831007-BC 9-15 Mon-Fri July 10-14 5-6 pm 831007-BD 9-15 Mon-Fri Aug 14-18 5-6 pm 831007-BE

Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 9-15 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 1-2 pm 841007-BA 9-15 Sat June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 8 10 -11 am 841007-BB 9-15 Mon/Wed June 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 2-3 pm 841007-BC

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 9-15 Fri June 9, 16, 23, July 7, 14 9-10 am 821807-BA 9-15 Mon-Fri July 10-14 4-5 pm 821807-BB 9-15 Mon July 17, 24, 31, Aug 7, 14 9-10 am 821807-BC 9-15 Mon-Fri July 24-28 3-4 pm 821807-BD 9-15 Mon-Fri July 31-Aug 4 4-5 pm 821807-BE 9-15 Tue/Thu Aug 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 2-3 pm 821807-BF

New session numbers effective April 3. See page 33 for details. 13 GET GOLF READY - TEEN Five 1-hour lessons – $99 Combine fun, friends and fitness while learning everything needed to play golf. Test your new skills on the course in a casual, friendly setting. Designed for teenagers entering the game of golf with little or no experience. What to bring: Yourself and a desire to have fun. Bring clubs if you have them, otherwise golf clubs, balls and other equipment are provided.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 13-17 Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 10 -11 am 810003-BA 13-17 Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 10 -11 am 810003-BB 13-17 Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 10 -11 am 810003-BC

Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 13-17 Fri June 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21 Noon-1 pm 840003-BA 13-17 Mon-Fri June 12-16 3-4 pm 840003-BB

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 13-17 Mon-Fri June 12-16 3-4 pm 820003-BA 13-17 Mon-Fri June 19-23 11 am- Noon 820003-BB

adult/junior lessons

ADULT/JUNIOR LESSON Ages 8+ Four 1-hour lessons – $150 per pair. Must register in pairs. Parents/guardians and their children learn to enjoy golf together in these lessons. Learn golf rules and etiquette, short game, and full swing.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8+ Mon Apr 24, May 1, 8, 15 5-6 pm 811212-BA 8+ Tue May 16, 23, 30, June 6 5-6 pm 811212-BB 8+ Thu June 1, 8, 15, 22 5-6 pm 811212-BC 8+ Mon June 5, 12, 19, 26 5:30-6:30 pm 811212-BD 8+ Tue July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1 5:30-6:30 pm 811212-BE 8+ Mon July 24, 31, Aug 7, 14 5:30-6:30 pm 811212-BF 8+ Tue Aug 8, 15, 22, 29 5:30-6:30 pm 811212-BG

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Day Dates Time Session # 8+ Sat Apr 29, May 6, 13, 20 Noon-1 pm 821212-BA 8+ Sat June 3, 10, 17, 24 Noon-1 pm 821212-BB 8+ Sat July 8, 15, 22, 29 Noon-1 pm 821212-BC 8+ Sat Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 1-2 pm 821212-BD

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All girls ages 7-17 in leagues or lessons can sign up for the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf Program for free. Participants receive a membership kit that includes a Girls Golf hat, Magnetic Ball Marker and other items. Program sites are Eagle Lake Youth Golf Center, Glen Lake Golf & Practice Center, and Cleary Lake Golf Course. Girls must fill out the LPGA Girls Golf application. Once the application has been received, participants can sign up for special events held throughout the summer, including Parent/Daughter tournaments, Girls Scramble, Putting Course/Pizza Party at Eagle Lake and other special events. Application links available at ThreeRiversParks.org/GirlsGolf.

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LPGA-USGA Girls Golf special events

Free events designed to encourage girls to play golf and build friendships. Open to girls currently enrolled in leagues and lessons with Three Rivers Park District.

PUTTING/SHORT GAME CLINIC Improve your short game and hole more putts. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Glen Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sun Apr 30 2-3:30 pm 820228-BA

PUTTING CLINIC - BRING A FRIEND MINI GOLFING Try your skills on the mini-golf course after a 1/2 hour putting clinic. Bring a friend. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Eagle Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sat May 13 1-3 pm 841313-BA w FULL SWING CLINIC Improve your full swing and hit the ball farther and straighter. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Eagle Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sat May 20* 1-3 pm 841313-BB Glen Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sun May 21* 2-3:30 pm 820228-BB Cleary Lake Golf Course 8-16 Sun June 11 6-8 pm 830228-BA *Pink Day: Wear a pink outfit or accessory.

PARENT/DAUGHTER ALTERNATE SHOT EVENT Girls tee off on every hole, then alternate shots with parents until the ball is holed. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Cleary Lake Golf Course 8+ Sun June 25 6-8 pm 830228-BB

PARENT/DAUGHTER GOLF OLYMPICS A fun series of golf challenges. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Glen Lake Golf Course 7+ Sat July 22 3-4:30 pm 820228-BC

PARENT/DAUGHTER PITCH ‘N’ PUTT EVENT Dress crazy in neon colors. 1 pm shotgun start; sundaes served after the event. Limit 30 teams. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Eagle Lake Golf Course 7+ Sat July 22 1-3 pm 841313-BC

TWO GIRL SCRAMBLE EVENT Sign up with a friend or be partnered at check in. Facility Ages Day Dates Time Session # Cleary Lake Golf Course 8-16 Sun Aug 13 6-8 pm 830228-BD 16 junior coed lesson leagues

JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: PLAYER LEVEL Ages 7-10 Five 1-hour lessons and nine course play dates – $179 Instruction includes putting, chipping, pitching and full swing fundamentals. Junior golfers learn golf terms, basic USGA rules, golf tips and etiquette. The Birdie Course is perfect for young golfers and skill development. Participants are introduced to the nine core values of The First Tee. No lessons or league play July 4 or 6.

Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Days Instruction Dates Time Session # 7-10 Tue June 13-July 18 9-10 am 842004-BA 7-10 Tue June 13-July 18 10 -11 am 842004-BB 7-10 Tue June 13-July 18 Noon-1 pm 842004-BC 7-10 Tue June 13-July 18 1-2 pm 842004-BD 7-10 Thu June 15-July 20 9-10 am 842004-BE 7-10 Thu June 15-July 20 10 -11 am 842004-BF 7-10 Thu June 15-July 20 Noon-1 pm 842004-BG 7-10 Thu June 15-July 20 1-2 pm 842004-BH League play dates: June 20-Aug 24. Sign up for a tee time between 8-11 am on Tuesdays (#842613 BA to BS) or Thursdays (#842615 BA to BS). No lessons or play July 4 or 6.

JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: PAR, BIRDIE AND EAGLE LEVELS Ages 9-15 Eight 1-hour lessons and eight course play dates – $279

For all abilities that can play 9 holes of golf. Instruction focuses on etiquette,

putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, USGA rules, course management, and sportsmanship within the context of The First Tee guidelines. The First Tee life skills for the Birdie and Eagle levels are covered. Kids have the chance to become certified in The First Tee program. Kids can play with friends or get paired with others in the league.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 9-15 Tue June 13-Aug 8 9-10 am 812006-BA 9-15 Tue June 13-Aug 8 10 -11 am 812006-BB 9-15 Tue June 13-Aug 18 11- Noon 812006-BC 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 9-10 am 812006-BD 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 10 -11 am 812006-BE League play dates: Mondays, June 12-Aug 7. Shotgun start 8 am; arrive at 7:45 am on the first day. No lessons or play July 3-6.

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Eagle Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 9-15 Mon June 12-Aug 7 8-9 am 842006-BA 9-15 Mon June 12-Aug 7 9-10 am 842006-BB 9-15 Mon June 12-Aug 7 10 -11 am 842006-BC 9-15 Tue June 13-Aug 8 9-10 am 842006-BD 9-15 Tue June 13-Aug 8 10 -11 am 842006-BE 9-15 Tue June 13-Aug 8 Noon-1 pm 842006-BF 9-15 Wed June 14-Aug 9 8-9 am 842006-BG 9-15 Wed June 14-Aug 9 9-10 am 842006-BH 9-15 Wed June 14-Aug 9 10 -11 am 842006-BI 9-15 Wed June 14-Aug 9 Noon-1 pm 842006-BJ 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 8-9 am 842006-BK 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 9-10 am 842006-BL 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 10 -11 am 842006-BM 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 Noon-1 pm 842006-BN League play dates: June 19-Aug 15. Sign up for a tee time between 8:12-10:52 am on Mondays (#842007-BA to BU) or Tuesdays (#842620-CA to CU). No lessons or play July 3-6.

Glen Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 9-15 Mon June 12-Aug 7 10 -11 am 821906-BA 9-15 Wed June 14-Aug 9 10 -11 am 821906-BB 9-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 10 -11 am 821906-BC 9-15 Fri June 16-Aug 11 10 -11 am 821906-BD League play dates: Tuesdays, June 20-Aug 15. Shotgun start 12:30 pm. No lessons or play June 30-July 6.

JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: PAR LEVEL 2 Ages 9-11 Eight 1.5-hour lessons and eight course play dates – $215 This league builds upon the fundamentals learned in Hooked on Golf I. Juniors work on basic golf skills as well as the Par Level life skills. No lessons or play July 3-7.

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 9 -11 Mon June 12-Aug 7 1-2:30 pm 832000-BA 9 -11 Mon June 12-Aug 7 2:45-4:15 pm 832000-BB 9 -11 Tue June 13-Aug 8 1-2:30 pm 832000-BC 9 -11 Tue June 13-Aug 8 2:45-4:15 pm 832000-BD 9 -11 Wed June 14-Aug 9 1-2:30 pm 832000-BE 9 -11 Wed June 14-Aug 9 2:45-4:15 pm 832000-BF 9 -11 Thu June 15-Aug 10 1-2:30 pm 832000-BG 9 -11 Thu June 15-Aug 10 2:45-4:15 pm 832000-BH League play dates: Fridays, June 16-Aug 11. Sign up for a tee time between 8:30 am-noon (#832001-BA to BX). 18 JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: BIRDIE LEVEL 1 Ages 11-13 Eight 1.5 hour lessons and eight course play dates - $210 Juniors are expected to be able to play 9 holes of golf before joining this league. This league teaches basic golf skills and USGA rules and etiquette within The First Tee context. Lessons consist of games and instruction in a group setting. No lessons or play July 4-8.

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 11-13 Tue June 13-Aug 8 10:30 am-Noon 832002-BA 11-13 Wed June 14-Aug 9 12:30-2 pm 832002-BB 11-13 Wed June 14-Aug 9 2:30-4 pm 832002-BC 11-13 Thu June 15-Aug 10 10:30 am-Noon 832002-BD 11-13 Fri June 16-Aug 11 12:30-2 pm 832002-BE League play dates: Mondays, June 12-Aug 7. Sign up for a tee time between 8:30 am-noon (#832007-BA to BX).

JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: BIRDIE LEVEL 2 Ages 12-13 Eight 1.5-hour lessons and eight course play dates - $215 This league builds on the basic skills learned in Birdie 1 Lesson League. Goal setting and course management are also introduced at this level, but the focus continues to be on having fun and learning skills. No lessons or play July 3-7.

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 12-13 Tue June 13-Aug 8 12:30-2 pm 832004-BA 12-13 Wed June 14-Aug 9 10:30 am-Noon 832004-BB 12-13 Thu June 15-Aug 10 12:30-2 pm 832004-BC 12-13 Fri June 16-Aug 11 10:30 am-Noon 832004-BD 12-13 Fri June 16-Aug 11 2:30-4 pm 832004-BE League play dates: Mondays, June 12-Aug 7. Sign up for a tee time between 8:30 am-noon (#832007-BA to BX).

JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: BIRDIE ELITE LEVEL Ages 12-15 Eight 1.5-hour lessons and eight course play dates - $215 This league builds on skills learned in Birdie 1 and 2 Lesson Leagues. More advanced golf skills are introduced with friendly competition and tournament play. No lessons or play July 3-7.

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 12-15 Tue June 13-Aug 8 2:30-4 pm 832006-BA 12-15 Thu June 15-Aug 10 2:30-4 pm 832006-BB 12-15 Fri June 16-Aug 11 8-9:30 am 832006-BC League play dates: Mondays, June 12-Aug 7. Sign up for a tee time between 8:30 am-noon (#832007-BA to BX).

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JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: EAGLE LEVEL Ages 13-17 Eight 1.5-hour lessons and eight course play dates - $300 This league is for the serious junior golfer who regularly plays 9 to 18 holes of golf. Travel league gives older and more competitive junior golfers an opportunity to play 9 holes of golf at local golf courses each week. No lessons or play July 3-7. Registration note: Returning Junior Golfers who participated in the 2016 Travel League can register by calling 763.559.6700 from March 9-April 14. New participants must sign up for a tryout by calling 763.694.7777. Tryouts are Saturday, April 15, at 10 am, or Thursday, April 20, at 6 pm.

Cleary Lake Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 13-17 Mon June 12-Aug 7** 8-9:30 am 831916-BA 13-17 Tue June 13-Aug 8* 8-9:30 am 831916-BB 13-17 Wed June 14-Aug 9** 8-9:30 am 831916-BC 13-17 Thu June 15-Aug 10* 8-9:30 am 831916-BD * League play dates: Mondays, June 12-Aug 7. Tee times vary; complete schedules sent before first day. * League play dates: Tuesdays, June 13-Aug 8. Tee times vary; complete schedules sent before first day.

JUNIOR LESSON LEAGUE: ADVANCED Ages 12-17 Seven 1.5-hour lessons and eight course play dates - $275, includes league fees. These lessons are for participants in the Championship Course Leagues. They are designed to help players increase their skills in all aspects of the game including golf skills, on-course strategy, practice techniques, rules, etiquette and mental approach. On the first day of lessons participants may opt to play in either the 9- or 18-hole league. No lessons or play July 3-7.

Baker National Golf Course Ages Days Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # 12-17 Fri June 16-Aug 4 9-10:30 am 812007-BA 12-17 Fri June 16-Aug 4 10:30 am-Noon 812007-BB League play dates: Mondays, June 12-Aug 7. Arrive at 6:45 am on the first day to be assigned a permanent tee time between 7-9 am. 20 junior leagues

BAKER NATIONAL GOLF COURSE LEAGUES 18-Hole Championship Course League (8 sessions) – $170 Arrive at 6:45 am on the first day to be assigned permanent tee time. Ages Day Dates Tee Times Session # 14-17 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug 7 Start at 7 am 810822-AA For additional $105 sign up for Junior Lesson League: Advanced on page 19.

9-Hole Championship Course League (8 sessions) – $150 Arrive at 6:45 am on the first day to be assigned permanent tee time. Ages Day Dates Tee Times Session # 12-17 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug 7 Start at 7 am 810822-AB *For additional $125 sign up for Junior Lesson League: Advanced on page 19. 9-Hole Evergeen Course League (8 sessions) – $100 Ages Day Dates Shotgun Start Session # 8-12 Mon June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug 7 10:30 am 810822-AD 8-12 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9 9 am 810822-AE

EAGLE LAKE YOUTH GOLF CENTER LEAGUES Eagle Course League (9 sessions) – $160 Ages Day Dates Tee Times Session # 9-16 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 12:30-2:30 pm 841915 BA to BP 9-16 Thu June 15, 22, 29, July 13, 20, 27, Aug 3, 10, 17 8-11:30 am 841917 BA to CA Birdie Course League (9 sessions) – $100 Ages Day Dates Tee Times Session # 7-12 Wed June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 1-2:30 pm 841920-BA to BJ Adult/Youth Birdie Course League (9 sessions) – $100/pair Ages Day Dates Tee Times Session # 7+ Sun June 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 13 4:30-6:30 pm 841923-BA to BM

GLEN LAKE GOLF & PRACTICE CENTER LEAGUES Junior Boys League (9 sessions) – $160 Ages Day Dates Shotgun Start Session # 8-14 Tue June 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8, 15 7:30 am 820823-AA 8-14 Tue June 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8, 15 10 am 820823-AB Junior Girls League (9 sessions) – $160 Ages Day Dates Tee Times Session # 8-16 Thu June 15, 22, 29, July 13, 20, 27, Aug 3, 10, 17 Start at 7:30 am 820821-AA

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Planning a Birthday Party? Eagle Lake Youth Golf Center No matter your age, birthdays at Eagle Lake are big fun. Parties include a round on the 18-hole miniature golf course, 9-hole Birdie pitch-and-putt course or 9-hole FootGolf course and a two-hour rental of the Golf View Pavilion to open presents and serve your own food and refreshments. Call 763.559.6700 for more information and to reserve.

FootGolf Baker National, Cleary Lake and Eagle Lake Golf Courses The newest game of golf is fun for the whole family. Using the same basic rules of golf, “tee” off for a round of FootGolf by kicking a soccer ball from between the tee markers toward a proportionately-sized hole. This sport is popular with soccer teams, corporate groups and for birthday parties of all ages. Balls available for rent. 22 support The First Tee

Help grow the game of golf by providing affordable and accessible opportunities for youth! The First Tee of Three Rivers Park District relies on donations and grants to fund the program. Please consider making a donation or volunteering. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

donate money attend a Your cash donation will help fund scholarships and outreach programs, purchase equipment, fundraising provide range and course access, offer professional teachers/mentors, and much more. To make a monetary donation, please call 763.694.7697 event or mail a check to: The First Tee Charity Golf Open, The First Tee of Three Rivers Park District August 7, 2017 11000 County Road 10 Teams of 4 are paired with a local top Plymouth, MN 55442 golfer in a fun shamble format. Held at Baker National Golf Course and donate time includes lunch at 11 am, with a noon shotgun start. Join the team of more than 50 volunteers who contribute their time, energy and enthusiasm to The First Tee of Three Rivers Park District. Taste of The First Tee Volunteers can assist junior golfers in a variety This unique dining and beverage of ways, including lesson/league check-in; experience pairs wines, beers and mentoring on golf play, rules, values and spirits with a variety of delicious food etiquette; monitoring for safety; and helping provided by local restaurants and during special events. For more information, includes entertainment with a silent contact the Volunteer Office at 763.559.6706. auction. TasteOfTheFirstTee.com Date to be determined for 2017. be an event sponsor A great opportunity for your business! Sponsor a fund-raising event with cash donations, auction items or giveaways. donate clubs Irons must be perimeter weighted and woods have to be metal. All clubs must be in good condition. Donate your equipment by For more information on these events, dropping it off at any golf facility. contact Troy Nygaard, 763.694.7697 or [email protected] 23

special events

These events are designed to introduce and teach children about the challenging, yet fun skills of golf. All participants are encouraged to do their best and have a terrific time!

THE FIRST TEE DAY - FREE CLINIC Watch trick shots by professional staff at Eagle Lake. Try skill stations that include full swing mini lessons, marshmallow driving, a climbing wall and contests for putting, chipping, bunker, closest-to-the-hole and long drive. Limit of 100 kids.

Facility Ages Days Date Time Session Eagle Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sun May 21 6-8 pm 841418-BA

THE FIRST TEE GOLF OLYMPICS FOR YOUNG KIDS - FREE EVENT Events include putting, chipping, pitching and driving. Ribbons are awarded for first, second and third place in each event.

Facility Ages Days Date Time Session Eagle Lake Golf Course 5-8 Sat June 3 Noon-4 pm 841418-BB

THE FIRST TEE MINI-GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP - FREE EVENT Have fun competing on a challenging mini-golf course. Prizes for first, second and third place in each age division. Arrive and start any time between noon-3 pm.

Facility Ages Days Date Time Session Eagle Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sat June 10 Noon-4 pm 841418-BC

THE FIRST TEE PITCH ‘N’ PUTT CHAMPIONSHIP - FREE EVENT See how good your game is from 90 yards and in. Prizes for first, second and third place in each division. Arrive and tee off any time between noon-2:30 pm.

Facility Ages Days Date Time Session Eagle Lake Golf Course 7-17 Sat June 17 Noon-4 pm 841418-BD

THE FIRST TEE PARENT/CHILD EVENT $25 per team. Alternate shot format. Play in this fun family event. Ice cream served after. Hole contests on the course. Volunteers needed; call 763.559.6706.

Facility Ages Days Date Shotgun Start Session Eagle Lake Golf Course 9+ Sun July 9 6–8 pm 841515-BA

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day camps

GOLF & OUTDOORS (GO) CAMP 4-day camp – $255 Enjoy golfing combined with outdoor adventures. Try canoeing, archery, climbing a rock wall, and more. Receive expert instruction in chipping, putting and driving for a complete golf game. Registration begins January 24.

Baker National Golf Course / Baker Park Reserve Ages Days Dates Time Session # 10-15 Mon-Thu June 26-29 9 am-4 pm 520343-00/01 Eagle Lake Golf Course / Fish Lake Regional Park Ages Days Dates Time Session # 9-12 Mon-Thu Aug 14-17 9 am-4 pm 525947-00

Glen Lake Golf Course / Hyland Lake Park Reserve a Ages Days Dates Time Session # 9-12 Mon-Thu July 17-20 9 am-4 pm 522943-00

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP 4-day camp – $165 Enjoy the great outdoors. Learn about nature and develop outdoor adventure skills such as canoeing, atlatl spear throwing, archery, geocaching, and survival skills. Combine with Hooked on Golf (see page 8) to create a full day of fun. Registration begins January 24.

Cleary Lake Golf Course and Regional Park Ages Days Dates Time Session # 8-12 Mon-Thu June 5-8 1-4 pm 544547-00 8-12 Mon-Thu June 12-15* 1-4 pm 544547-01 8-12 Mon-Thu June 26-29* 1-4 pm 544547-02 8-12 Mon-Thu July 24-27* 1-4 pm 544547-03 8-12 Mon-Thu Aug 7-10* 1-4 pm 544547-04 * Extended care available for participants registered for both morning and afternoon programming or golf lessons. Drop off begins at 7:30 am and pick-up ends at 5:30 pm; additional $48.

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overnight camp

THE FIRST TEE GOLF AND SPORTS OVERNIGHT CAMP 5 days and 4 nights – $479 Combine professional golf instruction with a rustic log cabin overnight adventure! Participate in golf activities including individual and group instruction, course play, skill challenge games, night golf, and more. Join wilderness adventures such as rock climbing, archery, canoeing, and swimming. Registration begins January 24.

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adult golf lessons and leagues

Commitment to the Game Three Rivers Golf Academy professionals help golfers of all abilities, from seasoned pros who wish to fine-tune their swing to novices who are breaking into the game. The comfortable and stress-free setting enhances learning and cultivates a positive attitude while engaging the player. GOLF FOR WOMEN: Top-quality golf instruction designed just for women. 27

adult group lessons

GET GOLF READY LESSON 1 Five 1-hour lessons – $99 Five 1.5-hour lessons – $149 This program is for adults entering the game of golf with little or no experience. Learn everything you need to play golf in just a few lessons. PGA and LPGA professionals show you lots of ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session focuses on the various golf skills you use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you are guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting. What to bring: Just yourself and a desire to have fun. Bring clubs if you have them, otherwise golf clubs, balls and other equipment are provided for your use.

Baker National Golf Course (1.5 hours) Day Dates Time Session # Sat Apr 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20 11 am -12:30 pm 810000-AA Mon-Fri Apr 24-28 10:30 am-Noon 810000-AB Mon/Wed May 1, 3, 8, 10, 15 10:30 am-Noon 810000-AC Tue/Thu May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 6:30-8 pm 810000-AD Mon June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10 6:30-8 pm 810000-AE Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 11 am -12:30 pm 810000-AF Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 Noon-1:30 pm 810000-AG

Cleary Lake Golf Course (1 hour) Day Dates Time Session # Tue/Thu Apr 25, 27, May 2, 4, 9 7-8 pm 830000-BA Mon/Wed Aug 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 6-7 pm 830000-BB Women’s Mon/Wed Apr 26, May 1, 3, 8, 10 7-8 pm 830100-BA Mon/Wed Aug 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 7-8 pm 830100-BB

Eagle Lake Golf Course (1 hour) Day Dates Time Session # Mon/Wed Apr 17, 19, 24, 26, May 1 6-7 pm 840000-BA Tue/Thu July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 7-8 pm 840000-BB Wed July 26, Aug 2, 9, 16, 23 7-8 pm 840000-BC Women’s Mon/Wed May 1, 3, 8, 10, 15 7-8 pm 840100-BA Mon/Wed June 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 7-8 pm 840100-BB

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GET GOLF READY LESSON 1 (CONT.) Glen Lake Golf Course (1 hour) Day Dates Time Session # Mon-Fri Apr 17-21 Noon-1 pm 820001-BA Mon/Wed May 1, 3, 8, 10, 15 10 -11 am 820001-BB Sat May 20, June 3, 10, 17, 24 9-10 am 820001-BC Mon-Fri May 22-26 10 -11 am 820001-BD Tue/Thu July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 6-7 pm 820001-BE Tue/Thu July 18, 20, 25, 27, Aug 1 7-8 pm 820001-BF Mon/Wed July 31, Aug 2, 7, 9, 14 6-7 pm 820001-BG Mon-Fri Aug 28-Sept 1 11 am- Noon 820001-BH

GET GOLF READY LESSON 2 Five 1-hour lessons – $99 This program is designed to build upon skills learned in Get Golf Ready 1 or for the golfer with some experience who wants to improve. This course incorporates golf etiquette, simple USGA rules, drills and swing instruction into each lesson. Lessons cover irons, driving, pitching, chipping and putting. Completion prepares participants for leagues, private lessons or supervised practice. What to bring: Just yourself and a desire to have fun. Bring clubs if you have them, otherwise golf clubs, balls and other equipment are provided for your use.

Baker National Golf Course Day Dates Time Session # Sat Apr 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 12:30-1:30 pm 810001-BA Mon-Fri Apr 24-28 Noon-1 pm 810001-BB Mon/Wed May 1, 3, 8, 10, 15 Noon-1 pm 810001-BC Mon-Fri May 15-19 7-8 pm 810001-BD Sat June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15 12:30-1:30 pm 810001-BE Mon July 17, 24, 31, Aug 7, 14 6:30-7:30 pm 810001-BF Sat July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19 11 am -Noon 810001-BG Wed Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7-8 pm 810001-BH

Cleary Lake Golf Course Day Dates Time Session # Tue/Thu May 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 6-7 pm 830001-BA Mon-Fri May 29, 30, 31, June 1, 2 6-7 pm 830001-BB Women’s Tue/Thu Aug 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 6-7 pm 830101-BA Tue/Thu Sept 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 6-7 pm 830101-BB

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Eagle Lake Golf Course Day Dates Time Session # Tue Apr 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 7-8 pm 840001-BA Mon/Wed May 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 6-7 pm 840001-BB Mon-Fri June 6-10 6-7 pm 840001-BC Tue/Thu Aug 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 7-8 pm 840001-BC Women’s Tue/Thu May 30, June 1, 6, 8, 13 7-8 pm 840101-BB

Glen Lake Golf Course Day Dates Time Session # Mon/Wed June 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 7-8 pm 820002-BA Mon/Wed July 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 6-7 pm 820002-BB Tue/Thu Aug 3, 8, 10, 15, 17 6-7 pm 820002-BC Mon-Fri Aug 21-25 6:30-7:30 pm 820002-BD

BREAKING BARRIERS COACHING PROGRAM – TAKE YOUR GAME TO THE NEXT LEVEL Twelve 1.5-hour lessons – $399 Get the skills and strategy to break through your personal scoring barrier. Focus on situational learning, creating strategy for the course, decision making under pressure, how to practice for transfer to the course, controlling emotional state for optimal performance, and fundamentals of short game and full swing shots. Break 100 focuses include getting out of bunkers in one shot, reading greens and speed control, keeping the ball in play, chipping and pitching, making solid contact and why/when double bogey is a good score. Break 90 focuses include dealing with bad lies, when to hit a driver vs. a 3 wood from the tee, get it up and down more often, and when/why bogey is a good score. Break 80 focuses include which ball flight to play, advanced short game (flop shot, bump and run), and why/when bogey is a good score.

Baker National Golf Course Day Dates Time Session # Thu - Break 100 May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 6:30-8 pm 810009-AA July 13, 20, 27, Aug 3, 10, 17 Tue - Break 90 May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27, 6:30-8 pm 810009-AB July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8, 15 Tue - Break 80 May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27, 6:30-8 pm 810009-AC July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8, 15 30

adult lesson leagues

ADULT COED LESSON LEAGUES 8 sessions – $129, includes greens fees Transition new skills to the golf course in a friendly and fun environment. Get an introduction to the league, basic rules, etiquette, and golf skills during the first two sessions. Instructors are on the course offering playing tips for the third session, then play the Evergreen course on your own the remaining sessions. Tee times are the same each week, although you can switch with other players in advance.

Baker National Golf Course Day Dates Time Session # Thu June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20 6 pm start 812201-BA Thu July 27, Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Sept 7, 14 6 pm start* 812201-BB *Tee times get progressively earlier with available daylight.

SENIOR LESSONS AND LEAGUE PLAY Five 1-hour lessons and eight play dates – $169, includes greens fees This lesson league is designed for those who want some lessons to improve their game. Short game and full-swing fundamentals are covered along with course management and swing instruction. Some experience playing golf required.

Baker National Golf Course Day Lesson Dates Lesson Time Session # Fri Apr 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2* 10 -11 am 810017-BA *League play dates: Thursdays, May 4-June 22. Tee times start at 9:30 am and are assigned the first day of lessons. 31 short course season passes Play any time, 7 days/week! Good at any of the following executive courses: Baker Evergreen, Cleary and Eagle Lake.

ADULT: $375 first season pass $175 each additional pass in the same household JUNIOR: $250 regular, only $150 if you are in a group lesson or league Purchase at ThreeRiversParks.org or any of the above courses. Taxes not included.

adult clinics

SUPERVISED PRACTICE SESSION $20 per session Receive unlimited range balls and golf tips from an instructor. The tips are designed to jumpstart improvement for new attendees and complement private lessons for current students. Check in at the golf shop any time between 5-6:30 pm and stay as long as you’d like; instruction continues until 7 pm. Open to the public. No advanced registration required. Space may be limited due to high demand.

Baker National Golf Course Day Dates Time Notes Wed Apr 26-Aug 30 5-7 pm No practice July 5.

Eagle Lake Golf Course Day Dates Time Notes Tue May 23-Aug 22 5-7 pm No practice July 4.

Glen Lake Golf Course Day Dates Time Notes Wed May 24-Aug 23 5-7 pm No practice June 14 or July 5.

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golf academy teaching professionals

The excellent staff of Three Rivers Park District Golf Academy works with golfers of all ages and abilities. Instructors understand that not all golfers learn the same way or at the same pace and use a wide variety of teaching methods and styles to customize a learning plan for each individual student. Instructor profiles available at ThreeRiversParks.org

Baker National Cleary Lake Eagle Lake Glen Lake 763.694.7670 763.694.7777 763.694.7695 763.694.7824

private lessons Private Golf Schools for Adult Private Lesson $80 – 1 hour Groups and Corporations: Adult Semi-private Lesson $90 – 2 adults Groups and corporations can tailor 1 hour (up to 4 people) $100 – 3 adults a lesson package to fit their needs. $110 – 4 adults Call to inquire about options and pricing, 763.694.7698. Senior (62+)/Junior $65 – 1 hour Private Lesson $35 – 1/2 hour Looking for more golf lessons? Junior Semi-private Lesson $75 – 2 juniors More lessons taught by Golf Academy 1 hour (up to 4 people) $85 – 3 juniors staff can be found by contacting $95 – 4 juniors cooperative program partners: Must form own group. Eden Prairie Parks & Recreation 952.949.8442 Family Lesson $100 – 1 hour Maple Grove Parks & Recreation (up to 6 people) Must all be from same 763.494.6500 household and include at least one junior Minnetonka Recreation Services golfer 17 or under. 952.939.8203

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How to Register Online: ThreeRiversParks.org registration begins 8 am Phone: 763.559.6700 March 7 - Glen Lake Payment Methods: March 8 - Eagle Lake Credit card, cash, check and scholarship accepted. March 9 - Cleary Lake Payment for group lessons or leagues March 10 - Baker National is made at the time of registration. To be placed on a waitlist, payment is due in full and will be refunded if enrollment Private Lessons: is not confirmed by the start of the lesson SmarterLessons.com or or league. Taxes may apply. Call a golf facility of your choice. Payment for private lessons is made at the time of the lesson. New Registration System & New Numbers Refunds/Cancellations Effective April 3, Three Rivers is transitioning Three Rivers reserves the right to cancel a class to a new registration system with new or reduce the number of sessions if a minimum session numbers. You can register for of four students is not met. A full refund is lessons and leagues in this publication by: given if student cancels seven days prior to • Going to ThreeRiversParks.org/webtrac the start of the first class. A 50 percent refund is given if student cancels less than seven days • In the “Keyword Search” enter prior to the start of the first class. A 24-hour the 8-digit session number from call-ahead is required to cancel or reschedule a this publication private lesson. Call the clubhouse to reschedule For assistence call: 763.559.6700 a private lesson impacted by poor weather.

GOLF SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships are available to underrepresented populations in golf, including girls, minorities and youth with disabilities. Scholarship priority is given to those with financial need. Visit ThreeRiversParks.org for an application. PAID PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE TWIN CITIES, MN PERMIT NO. 93197 3000 Xenium Lane North Plymouth, MNPlymouth, 55441-1299

about Three Rivers Three Rivers Park District manages over 27,000 acres of park reserves, regional parks, trails and special recreation features, making it one of the largest providers of open space in the metropolitan area. Three Rivers owns parkland in six counties. the mission of Three Rivers Parks is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system.

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