We’re Open!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hope that mother nature is working in our favor and we will have some good weather in the near future. It has been a long winter and we are ready to get the season underway.
If you have had a chance and have been by the golf course, you have seen that the new building, “Spikes” is under construction, irrigation materials have arrived, and work will begin this week. These are two major projects for the LPN and the staff is anxious to continue to move forward and we look forward to the finished product.
The Conference Center continues to be a popular place to dine and I want to thank everyone for their continued support. I apologize for the closing this past weekend, but as always, I must balance daily traffic with corporate events. We have many events scheduled for this season with 23 wedding receptions scheduled already. I will keep everyone posted as soon as I know whether the Links will close or remain open for any event. Closing the Links is not a popular decision, but closing is necessary when an event is large enough to justify the closing. It is something I do not enjoy doing, but will do my best to inform everyone when those situations arise. I appreciate your understanding.
The golf shop is receiving merchandise for 2008 on a daily basis and the golf shop is well stocked with some new and exciting items. Stop by and have Gary or Mike show you what they have received.
I hope everyone is well and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Warmth and Sun……………………………………………….
Sincerely,
John Dinnebier GM
The Links Restaurant & Lounge:
The Links Restaurant & Lounge continues to be a popular place to dine to enjoy great food, service, and friends. With spring just around the corner, the patio will soon be full of customers enjoying the sunshine and warm weather. In April, we will continue to be open six days a week unless special events require us to close for an evening.April Hours of Operation:
Tuesday - Saturday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Enjoy our wonderful entrees, sandwiches, and buffet specials throughout the week. Don’t forget about the award winning tenderloin sandwich that we have become famous for. Enjoy great food, service, and atmosphere with family, friends, and business associates.
The Links is also open for special events 7 days a week. Please call John Dinnebier, General Manager, to set up your special event with us at 1-800-879-1917.
Diners Club Membership:
Love to dine at the Links, then take advantage of our Diners Club Membership. Enjoy the great food and service of the Links Restaurant & Lounge and save money!
Benefits of being a Diners Club member include:
10% Free credit when you join, (i.e. payment of $500 gets $550 in credit)
Charging privileges at the Links Restaurant & Lounge for the entire year
Charging privileges at Spikes and bar cart while on the golf course.
Family and Single Memberships are available along with two types of payment structures.
Download the Diners Club Application by clicking HERE.
Lake Panorama National Inn & Suites:
Lake Panorama National Inn & Suites offers on site lodging accommodations for your stay at the Resort. The lodging facilities overlook the magnificent golf course and are located within walking distance of the Conference Center and Links Restaurant & Lounge.
Lake Panorama National Inn & Suites offers two bedroom/two bathroom town homes or motel units that feature two double beds or one queen bed. All guests at the Resort have access to the many amenities the Resort offers.
For more information and prices on the Lake Panorama National Inn & Suites, please call 1-800-879-1917.
Fitness & Exercise Room:
April Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The fitness & exercise room currently has ten machines that will help you improve your health and fitness level. You may pay a daily fee to use the fitness room or purchase a membership. Memberships are available for a year, six months, three months, or monthly. Membership categories include single, couple, and family.
Membership information may be obtained by calling 641-755-2080 or by stopping at the lodging desk on the main floor of the Conference Center.
Lake Panorama National Golf Course:
The Golf Course is Open. After this long and cold winter, spring has finally arrived and the golf course is open for play. With sunshine on its way, now is the time to get the dust off your clubs and play a round at Lake Panorama National.
Daily Fee Rates:
April 1st – May 25th:
Open – 11:30 AM $37.00+
11:30 AM – 3:00 PM $33.00+
3:00 PM – Dusk $22.00+
Tee Time Update:
March 31
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
April 1
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
April 2
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
April 3
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
April 4
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
L. Borass GP at 12:30 PM
April 5
Tee Times starting at 9:00 AM
L. Borass GP at 10:30 AM
April 6
Tee Times starting at 9:00 AM
L. Borass Gp at 9:00 AM
April 7
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
Panorama H.S. Golf Meet at 4:00 PM
April 8
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
April 9
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
April 10
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
Panorama H.S. Golf Meet at 4:00 PM
April 11
Tee Times starting at 9:00 AM
J. Ritter Group at 1:00 PM
April 12
Tee Times starting at 9:00 AM
J. Ritter Group at 9:00 AM
April 13
Tee Times starting at 9:00 AM
J. Ritter Group at 9:00 AM
2008 Golf Memberships:
Your LPN Staff has put together another exciting year and we are looking forward to serving all of you in 2008. Our golf course will host numerous Member events and a number of statewide PGA, Senior PGA, IGA, IWGA competitions, and corporate and charitable outings. Once again, proving our facility is one of the finest in the state of Iowa is undeniably the choice for those who value a membership that has so much to offer.
Download the 2008 Membership Application by clicking HERE.
Your staff is once again accepting a limited amount of Special Memberships as part of our 2008 Membership Drive. This membership applies to those who were not a LPN Member in 2007. This is an excellent opportunity for you to invite new members to our community and have them come to the same conclusion that we have – LPN is the best place to be a Member in the state of Iowa! Members that recruit new special memberships for 2008, will receive a $50 cash refund for every new membership.
Download the 2008 Special Membership Application by clicking HERE.
In addition to the Special Membership, we have introduced the Distance Membership for 2008. This Membership applies to those who are not LPA Members and do not have a residence within 18 miles of LPN.
Download the 2008 Distance Membership Application by clicking HERE.
Men's League:
Lake Panorama National members enjoy the great opportunity to join our Men’s League for 2008. Once again, we will offer three different leagues: Noon League, 3:00 PM League and 6:00 PM League.
Please send in your entry form as soon as possible for the golf professional staff to form the leagues. Priority will be given to teams that played in 2007 in case there are more than 36 teams for 3:00 PM or 6:00 PM leagues.
The 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM leagues are filling up fast, so do not delay sending in your entries.
Download the 2008 Men’s League entry form by clicking HERE.
Women’s League:
The 2008 Women’s League board is making plans for another fun filled summer of league for this year. The women’s league information and other information for the ladies will be featured on the Women’s Golf Page. The 2008 Women’s League entry forms are in the mail and can be downloaded from the women’s golf page too.
To access the page, please click HERE
2008 Corporate Golf Outings & Tournaments:
Lake Panorama National Resort is the perfect place to have your corporate golf outing to thank your employees or clients. Lake Panorama National offers a beautiful golf course, full service restaurant and banquet facilities and one of a kind service to our guests. With competitive prices and the ability to host tournaments with over 300 players, Lake Panorama National Resort is the place to have your next corporate golf outing.
Contact John Dinnebier, General Manager/Director of Golf at 800-879-1917 to see what Lake Panorama National Resort can offer you.
2008 Stay and Play Golf Packages:
Lake Panorama National has a wide variety of Stay & Play Golf Packages throughout the golf season. These Stay & Play Golf Packages are a perfect way to get away for a few days and enjoy a great golf course with your family and friends. Lake Panorama National offers a beautiful and challenging golf course, superb restaurant & lounge, and great lodging facilities for our guests. With a number of amenities and upgrades available, the staff at the Resort is sure to put together a Stay & Play to your taste.
For 2008, we have a number of promotions and savings to make your Stay & Play even more rewarding. Reservations are filling up quickly so please give us a call at 800-879-1917 to make your plans with us.
For more information about our Stay & Play Golf Packages, click HERE to view or print the 2008 Golf Brochure.
2008 Michelob 8” Cup 4-Person Best Shot:
Date: Sunday, April 27, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM Registration
11:00 AM Shotgun Start
4:00 PM Cocktails and Awards
Entry Fee: Non-LPN Members $240.00 per Team
LPN Golf Members $120.00 per Team
Pay by April 21st and Save Money!
Non-LPN Members $220.00 per Team
LPN Golf Members $100.00 per Team
Fee includes Golf w/ Cart, Flag Events, Tee Gift, Hors D’oeuvres, and Prizes.
Kick off tournament golf with us at Lake Panorama National with our annual Michelob 8" Cup 4-Person Best Shot. The field is limited to the first 36 paid teams. This event is always a lot of fun and prizes are flighted so everyone has a chance to win.Call the shop at 641-755-2024 to sign up your team today!
2008 Merchandise Arrivals:
Stop in today to see what clothing and footwear merchandise has arrived so far this spring. In the shop now are:
Nike Dri-Fit Spring Collection Polo’s
Smith & Tweed Bamboo Tech Outerwear
Oarsman Sweatshirts and Hooded Sweatshirts
Straight Down Outerwear
FootJoy Outerwear and Performance Long Sleeve Mocks
FootJoy Men’s and Women’s Golf Shoes
EP Pro Cocoa Beach Collection
In the next few days, Page & Tuttle Spring Collection and Pukka headwear will be on the shop’s floor.
Come see the latest merchandise of the spring at Lake Panorama National pro shop.
2008 Golf Equipment Arrivals and Services:
Need New Clubs for 2008?
Then the Lake Panorama National pro shop is the place to shop. The golf professionals are very excited to be offering an expanded line of golf equipment this year. With this expanded line, demos and fitting equipment are available to custom fit your clubs. Our goal is to provide you with the best equipment and lower your scores in 2008.
Check out the updated Golf Equipment page by clicking HERE and see what we have in the shop.
2008 Junior Golf:
Once again, LPN and it’s golf professional staff are dedicated to providing junior golfers the opportunity to experience the wonderful game of golf.
Please follow the link below to find out more information about LPN’s Junior Golf School, Golf Camp, National Pee Wee Championship, and more.
Click HERE to view the Junior Golf Page.
Major Events for 2008:
Men’s Events:
Opening Men’s League Kickoff Dinner: May 7, 2008
8th Annual GCSB 24/7@Home Member Guest: June 7-8, 2008
14th Annual Irv Gerlich Memorial Ryder Cup: August 7-10, 2008
Final Men’s League Shoot Out: September 3, 2008
Senior Men’s League Shoot Out: September 10, 2008
Women’s Events:
Opening Women’s League Kickoff Dinner: May 8, 2008
2-Gal Invitational: June 19, 2008
Forward Tee: August 12, 2008
Final Women’s League Shoot Out: September 4, 2008
Senior Women’s League Shoot Out: September 11, 2008
9th Annual Solheim Cup: September 14, 2008
Couples Events:
First Friday Couples: May 2, 2008
Friday Couples: (2 out of 3 Ain’t Bad) May 16, 2008
Memorial Day Couples: May 26, 2008
Friday Couples: (Modified Stableford) June 6, 2008
Friday Couples: (Peoria Handicap) June 20, 2008
July 4th Couples: July 4, 2008
Friday Couples: (Sadie Hawkins) July 18, 2008
Friday Couples (Twilight Putting) August 1, 2008
Friday Couples: (String Tournament) August 15, 2008
Mixed Couples: August 23 - 24, 2008
7th Annual Birdhouse Boogie September 1, 2008
11th Annual Iowa vs. ISU Couples: September 5, 2008
Last Friday Couples: September 19, 2008
Events Open to Both Men & Women:
Michelob 4-Person Best-Shot Tournament: April 27, 2008
4th Annual Match Play Bracketology: May 9, 2008
2nd Annual Armed Forces Day Tournament May 17, 2008
The Caveman 3-Person Best-Shot Tournament: May 18, 2008
4th Annual Father’s Day Tournament June 15, 2008
37th Annual Club Championship July 26-27, 2008
3rd Annual Eagles Club Outing: September 17, 2008
3rd Annual MillerLite Pirate Open: September 21, 2008
4th Annual Black & Gold Invite: October 25, 2008
7th Annual Iditarod: November 2, 2008
For further information or questions about these events, please give the pro shop a call at 641-755-2024.
Pro Shop Hours:
Current Spring Hours of Operation for the Pro Shop are Monday – Sunday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
See You on the Links
John Dinnebier
General Manager/Director of Golf
Gary Babcock
Head Golf Professional
Michael Kleinwolterink
Assistant Golf Professional
