Welcome back to another golf season at Marias Valley! I would like to start by saying that I am very excited to be back and be a part of this great membership for a second year. Now, let’s talk a bit about the course.

Due to the lack of snow cover on the course this past winter, everything seems a little slow to wake up, but day by day things seem to be greening up. I would like to thank the members for the cooperation when I had to make the tough decision to close the new holes and the course entirely to carts. I understand that this is not the norm for Marias Valley, but it was also not a normal winter and early spring. Although the decision was a difficult one, I really feel that we can see the benefits on the course as temperatures warm up.

This is the first year that I can recall that we have not done a major construction project over the winter. The course lay-out has finally reached our original goal, and we have decided to focus on the smaller details and manicuring, rather than big scale projects. A few of these detail oriented projects for the season include leveling some teeing surfaces for better playability and adding sand to our bunkers for the same reason. Another project that we continue to follow, is the new spruce trees that we planted last summer. We had about 80% survival rate over the winter and hope to mature those trees over the summer.

I would also like to thank everyone who had their carts serviced over the winter. I appreciate the timeliness of those who got on the list early. I also want to stress the importance of doing your own basic cart maintenance in the fall. This is important event if you are on our list, because we do have equipment of our own to work on and may not get to your carts right away. Have fun!

Greetings from the bar/restaurant side of MVGCC! Hopefully, when you read this, spring will have arrived.

We are gearing up for summer and we look forward to seeing all of you again. We have some new faces this year and of course, Kristin, Mari and I are still here. Heather Harris will start as soon as college is out for the summer and Brooke Flesch will be joining us after graduation

Tony Alvestad will be back on a part-time basis. We are looking for more help please stop by for an application!

A couple of changes this year–we will be serving meals inside the Clubhouse for Men’s League (both Mon and Thurs), and also mixed league. We will not have the Father’s Day Brunch as the Oilfield Tournament has moved back to that weekend. Mari Sanchez will be my assistant this year. I am looking forward to working with her and know she will be an asset to our staff. Remember, we are here for you, our members and guests. If there is anything we can do to make your visit to MVGCC more enjoyable, do not hesitate to contact anyone on our staff. We will do our best to accommodate you.. Looking forward to a great SUMMER!!

Hi, I would first like to welcome every-one into the new season at Marias Valley

The weather is finally starting to cooperate so we were able to get men’s league started for the year and make up high school tournaments canceled due to the numerous snow storms we encountered early on this spring.

I want to take a little time to let the members know who will be working with me in the shop. My staff will consist of Sean Gilligan, Craig Miller, and Wally Aegerter. Craig is the only new member to the shop. Most people already know him as grew up here in Shelby.

I have ordered in many different companies this season for those members who want to try out different clubs that are new to the market. There will be demo for members to try out. With a wide variety of clubs from the top club makers in golf it will help ensure they get the club that fit them. So stop in and check out our selection and let us know if we can help you improve your game.

We are looking forward to a great 08 sea-son. Remember we are here to serve our members so if anyone has any questions or concerns don’t hesitate to talk to one of us here in the shop. We will do our best to make sure all of you have a fun & enjoyable time playing Marias Valley.

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Membership and Cart Barn dues

were due the 1^st night of men’s league. Scores will not count toward points. Please make sure you are current, check with Chad!

Thank you