(ALBERTA, Canada) – The Canadian Rockies golf-and-resort lifestyle destination (CRG) today announces one of its six highly-acclaimed members has garnered two of the Canadian PGA’s most prestigious awards.
Kananaskis Country Golf Course’s Bob Paley was honored by the Canadian PGA as 2009 Canadian Club Professional and Merchandiser of the Year. Paley was chosen by a committee which extensively evaluates nominations from more than 3,600 Canadian PGA Members nationwide.
The 36-hole facility, featuring two Robert Trent Jones Sr. designs, is joined by Silvertip Golf Resort, Canmore Golf & Curling Club, The Fairmont Banff Springs, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Stewart Creek Golf Course as members of CRG. This latest award is indicative of the world-class courses and resorts which comprise the consortium. Within the last year, the destination’s properties have been recognized by leading worldwide golf and lifestyle publications (Golf Digest, Wine Spectator, GOLF Magazine) for standout golf, accommodations and food and wine offerings.
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – New Head Golf Professional
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge welcomes Alan Palmer as new Head Golf Professional. Palmer brings ten years of experience to The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge including stints at Augusta National, Casa de Campo Resort, Elm Ridge Country Club, The Country Club at Brookline, Massachusetts and a host of other prestigious Canadian and American courses.
Featuring an 18-hole design by the iconic Stanley Thompson, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is set in stunning Jasper National Park and the course blends beautiful landscapes with challenging terrain, while utilizing the unparalleled natural contours. Rated 4 ½ stars by Golf Digest; this masterpiece is one of the most highly-acclaimed in the country.
CRG Olympic Connection
Canada’s recent record gold medal haul (14) at the Vancouver Olympics didn’t just cause dancing in the streets, but also an increase in curling inquires at Canmore Golf & Curling Club. Boasting four sheets of ice, the curling portion of this facility has been in existence since 1988 when Canmore hosted the Nordic athletes for the Calgary Games. Whether you are new to the sport or are looking to join a team, Canmore gives lessons and hosts leagues, bonspiels, corporate events and fun-filled functions throughout the winter, keeping its staff and restaurant busy year round.
2010 Opening Dates
The snow is melting and the sweet smells of spring are (almost) in the air! CRG member courses are setting opening dates, weather permitting, as early as end of April. Some courses, such as Canmore Golf & Curling have already opened its driving range. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/CanRockies to find out the exact dates or sign up for our free monthly e-newsletter at www.canadianrockiesgolf.ca to be appraised of value-laden opportunities, promotions and exclusive events!
To view the stunning topography, vacation options and learn more about the area visit www.canadianrockiesgolf.ca. Website visitors can view stay-and-play packages or request custom quotes for trips and packages or they may call 877.323.3633 for more information.
The critical acclaim and extraordinary attributes of the six members of the destination – “Canadian Rockies Golf: Historic. Dramatic. Untamed.” – include:
1. Canmore Golf and Curling Club (www.canmoregolf.net, 888.678.4785)
• Valley-based property requires players use all clubs in their bag, narrow fairways challenge all levels of golfers
• Tree-lined course, friendly community atmosphere provides intimacy and camaraderie
• Located at base of Bow Valley, glacier-fed streams lace through course
2. The Fairmont Banff Springs (www.fairmont.com/banffsprings, 800.441.1414)
• Historical course and castle-like hotel with regal ambiance, award-winning Willow Stream Spa and exquisite resort amenities
• 27 holes of golf – 18 Stanley Thompson-designed holes including the 200-yard, par-3 Devil’s Cauldron, 147 bunkers, and the 9-hole Tunnel Course
• Panoramic beauty, picturesque-mountain setting nestled between Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle
• Situated in Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Golf Digest “Top 5 Resort in North America,” “Best 25 International Golf Hotels” and “Best 100 Courses Outside the USA”
• GOLF Magazine “Best Lodging in Canada” and “Top 3 Golf Course in Canada”
3. The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (www.fairmont.com/jasper, 800.441.1414)
Featuring the “wild side of the Rockies” – elk, caribou, coyote, bear and wolves inhabit the national park
Widely regaled as one of the world’s best resort courses
Designed by Stanley Thompson, the 18 holes carve contours at the feet of mountains
Located in the heart of Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Golf Digest “Best 100 Courses Outside the USA”
GOLF Magazine “Top 3 Lodging in Canada” and “Top 3 Golf Course in Canada”
4. Kananaskis Country Golf Course (www.kananaskisgolf.com, 877.591.2525)
Robert Trent Jones Sr. exquisitely designed courses, situated in serene Kananaskis Country
36 holes played beneath breathtaking Mt. Lorette and Mt. Kidd, after which the courses are respectively named
Features immaculate lush fairways, famed island-like 4th green on Mt. Kidd course, 140+ silica sand bunkers and the cascading Kananaskis River
2009 Canadian PGA Professional and Merchandiser of the Year
SCORE Golf! “Top 5 Best Public Courses to Play”
5. Silvertip Golf Resort (www.silvertipresort.com, 877.877.5444)
Home course of PGA Tour Member and 2006 Players Champion Stephen Ames
Golf Digest rated 4 ½ stars and lauded for environmental sensitivity and maintenance practices
600 feet of elevation change, including dramatic par-4 18th with extreme altitude drop from tee to fairway, fairway to green
Wine Spectator 2009 “List of Excellence” Award for Rustica Steakhouse
2009 Golf Digest Environmental Leader Award
6. Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club (www.stewartcreekgolf.com/golf, 877.993.GOLF)
Golf Digest rated 4 ½ stars
Surrounded by the spellbinding Three Sisters Mountains, practically close enough to touch during play
Audubon-certified course preserves habitat for plentiful wildlife
SCORE Golf! “Top 5 Best Public Courses to Play”
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