The newest chapter of the ASGA conducted its inaugural monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 12^th at the 94^th Aero Squadron Restaurant.  We had 17 interested people in attendance; of these 5 became inaugural members.  The chapter’s newly appointed officers were introduced as follows:

President – Dale Minard

Dale is a retired Naval Chief Petty Officer who chose to remain in San Diego after discovering the climate supported golf 365 days a year.  He’s a self-taught computer geek and woodworker who had the unmitigated gall to spend a year working at the Navy Golf Course shortly after retiring from the service.  Dale is a member of the Southern California Golf Association and carries an index of 11.

Communications Committee

Membership Committee

Golf Committee

Socials Committee

Secretary

Treasurer

Members at Large – the following people considering  joining a committee:

Volunteers Needed

We still need volunteers for committees.  Volunteers generally spend 30-60 minutes a week supporting the organization.

First Golf Outing Scheduled

The San Diego Chapter’s first golf outing is scheduled for Saturday, August 5th at the U.S. Navy’s Admiral Baker Golf Course (South).  The first tee time is at 1:42 pm.  Cost for green fees, cart and prize fund is $40.00.  We have reserved 4 tee-times.  The outing is being coordinated by Dale Minard (619) 596-8049 or 596-1238.  We'll get together at a local restaurant after the round for dinner and two present prizes.

Chapter Web Site

We’ve posted our chapter web site. The URL is:  www.oocities.org/sdasga.  Check it our and let us know what you think.

This Month’s Meeting

This month’s meeting will provide our chairpersons an opportunity to report on what their committees have accomplished and where they are going.  Future meetings will also provide status reports from our Treasurer.  We will also hold discussions on future golf and social events (maybe a picnic at a local park before the end of the summer) based on the results of our survey and the availability and talents of our members.  We have a lot to do over the next few months – luckily we have a lot of talented people to do it with.

Cancellation Policy

A Picture’s Worth a 1000 words

Any shutterbugs in the group?  We can use your support in building a photo history of the chapter.  Those of you with digital cameras can email your photos (with a description of the who/what/when/where) to Dale Minard.  I also have a scanner so you can send me your standard photos via snail mail at 1598 Stone Edge Circle, El Cajon, CA 92021-2971 – all photos will be returned within one week.

The Locker Room

Send us the details and we’ll share your stories with the rest of the chapter – remember, every great story starts with a tee-time.

Southern California Golf Association

The SCGA is one of the nation's oldest and largest regional golf associations with more than 150,000 individuals who belong to the SCGA through more than 1,100 clubs.     Joining is easy, just talk to one of the members from your favorite golf course or driving range or check out their web site at www.scga.org.  Membership benefits include:

The Shag Bag

Interested in trading or selling some used golf equipment.  Submit your name, phone number/email address, and a description of the equipment along with its value and we’ll post it in the newsletter as space permits.

Are You A Weekday Player?

Do you like to play during the week while the rest of us are hard at work?  Have a hard time filling up your foursome?  Let us know who you are and we’ll post the names and phone numbers of those lucky few in the newsletter as space permits.

Cool Golf Web Sites

Taking a trip to Northern California and need to know what courses are available in the area you’re visiting?  Need directions to a local course?  Or just want to find out what’s available in the local area?  Got a rules question?  Check out the following web sites:

Hint:  Want to know how to play Torrey Pines?  Open the San Diego Golf Pages and go to the Torrey Pines listing under Public Access Golf Courses and click on “Courses:  How to Play Them” then open “Courses:  Layouts” to look at maps of both courses.

Survey Results

1.  Singing Hills

2.  Admiral Baker (Navy)

3.  East Lake

4.  MCAS Miramar (Marine)

5.  Coronado

6.  Eagle Crest

7.  Steel Canyon

8.  Temeku Hills

9.  Encinitas Ranch

10. SCGA Members Course

Other Courses Mentioned:  Balboa, Carmel Mt. Ranch, Cottonwood, Escondido CC, Indian Wells, Lawrence Welk, Lamas Sante Fe, Madera, Mission Trails, Mt. Woodson, NAS North Island (Navy), Oaks North, Pala Mesa, San Luis Rey Downs, San Vacinte, Temecula Creek, Torrey Pines, Twin Oaks, Vineyard, Willow Glen

North County  - 35%

Remainder are spread evenly around the county

1.  Dancing

2.  Traveling

3.  Picnics/BBQ

4.  Movies

5.  Tennis

6.  Hiking

7.  Skiing

Other Activities Mentioned: Beach, Bowling, Concerts, Dinner Parties, Fishing, Flying Model Planes, Gym, Happy Hour, Horse Races, Motorcycle Riding, Sailing, Sightseeing, Socializing, Sporting Events, Theater, Volunteering

Interested – 81%

Agree – 100%

Disagree -  67%

Weekend Players – 53%

Weekday Players -  17%

Both –  30%

Full Sized Course – 59%

Executive Course -  18%

Both – 24%

The majority of people surveyed said that green fees of $70 or over were too expensive.

Yes – 100%

Interested -  100%

1.  Palm Springs

2.  Primm Valley

3.  Laughlin NV

4.  Baja Mar

Other Destinations Mentioned:  Ojai, Northern California, Real Del Mar, Arizona, Albuquerque NM

1.  To meet people and enjoy golfing – 100%

Next Meeting – Wednesday, August 9^th

Mark Your Calendar www Please Bring a Friend!

The San Diego Chapter – American Singles Golf Association meets on the SECOND Wednesday of each month from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the 94^th Aero Squadron Restaurant, located near Montgomery Field on Balboa Avenue between I 15 & SR 163.  Social hour begins at 6:00 pm, with the business meeting starting at 7:00 pm.

SAN DIEGO CHAPTER HOTLINE:  (619) 497-2742

CALL THIS NUMBER REGULARY FOR THE LATEST ON MEETINGS, GOLF OUTINGS, CACELLATIONS, ETC.