Dear Members;
The season is starting off strong here at the Resort and I want to thank you for your continued support. This past week, our Men’s League Stag and Women’s League Kick-Off dinners had great turn outs along with the golf course hosting the Iowa PGA Cup Matches. Over the weekend, The LPA Annual Meeting was held along with Fin and Feather having a record turnout Saturday night for their event. The weekend came to an end with the Mother’s Day Brunch serving close to 500 people.
The golf course continues to improve in condition after the long cold winter. Currently, the main lines of the new irrigation system are done and they are moving forward with sprinkler heads one hole at a time. The hole that the irrigation workers will be on will be closed Monday – Thursday. Please check in the pro shop to find out which hole will be closed for that day. We apologize for this inconvenience, but the completed irrigation system will be great. Tomorrow, the maintenance crew will be deep tining and top dressing the greens. Please check in the pro shop to find out which side the crew will be on.
If you haven’t driven by Spikes lately, you have missed the project moving along nicely. Last week, parts of the roof were installed along with the beautiful cupola. Each day the building is looking better and better. I would like to thank everyone for their support and donations to the project and we are looking forward to the grand opening.
This coming Friday is the 2nd Friday Couples of the year and better weather is in store. The GCSB 24/7@Home Lake Panorama Realty Member Guest is June 7th and 8th. If you haven't signed up already, you have until May 14 to sign up for the Member Guest. Please give Gary or Mike a call at the pro shop to sign up for these events.
The staff and I are looking forward to another great year at Lake Panorama National Resort and I hope to see you on the golf course or up in the Links.
Sincerely,
John Dinnebier GM
SPIKES WILL OFFER NEW VIEWS, NEW FOODS
By Susan Thompson
Good progress continues to be made on the new building, which has been named Spikes, between the #1 and #10 holes on the Lake Panorama National Golf Course. The private fundraising campaign to finance a new snack and restroom facility got underway last October. Since then, more than $120,000 in cash and another $30,000 in donated material and labor has been committed to the project.
The old building Spikes is replacing was burned March 1 by the Panora Fire Department. Concrete for the basement walls was poured March 24. Floor trusses and walls for the main portion of the building were framed shortly thereafter. The building features 26 windows, which were installed the first week in May.
Sheeting for the peaked roof over the center portion of the building was installed May 8. Leif and Cathy Eng, Lake Panorama residents who own Exterior Sheet Metal, Inc. of Grimes, have donated materials and labor for the center roof as well as siding for the building.
Two Lake Panorama couples are making the remaining roof portions possible. There are flat roofs over the snack area on the south and restrooms on the north, plus portions of the patio on the east and deck on the west. Jack and Sheila Beavers donated the roofing material, while labor and some additional material is being provided by Drake Roofing, owned by Dick and Joyce Groom.
Six small oak tables and 36 chairs have been purchased for the indoor seating area. The snack shop section includes more cooler, counter and storage space than the old facility. A variety of small kitchen appliances will make it possible to offer additional food options such as breakfast items, pizza, a broader array of sandwiches, crockpot soups and more. An onsite coffeemaker and an ice tea machine will make it easier to offer these beverages, which in the past had to be brought from the Conference Center.
Installation of a 50’ x 12’ deck on the west with a view of Lake Panorama began May 6. A patio on the east with a view of the golf course will feature an outdoor grill donated by Orville and Kathleen Leinen. The restrooms will have entrances from both the interior and exterior so these facilities can remain open when the rest of the building is closed.
The building will have heat and air conditioning for year-round use, and will be available for rental during the off-season.
Donations still are being solicited to help cover the cost of an ice machine, tables and chairs for the outdoor seating areas and other expenses. There are individual, in-kind and corporate-giving options. Those who give $500 or more will be recognized on a large display in the new building, but donations of any size are welcome and will make a difference.
The corporate giving option is geared to businesses and groups interested in signing a term contract for tax-deductible advertising on the LPN golf course. Sponsors for nine golf holes have been established, leaving nine holes still available for sponsorships. Businesses interested in advertising, or individuals or businesses interested in discussing in-kind contributions, can contact Contner at 641-755-2301, or Judy.Contner@supportlpa.com.
Checks should be made payable to the LPN Building Fund and are deposited in a special account designated for the new building. Donations may be dropped off at the LPN Conference Center reception area or the LPA office. Or mailed to the LPN at 5071 Clover Ridge Road, Panora, Iowa, 50216.
Spring rains and cold temperatures have made it difficult to predict when the building will be open for business, although progress the past few weeks is promising. Until Spikes opens, food and beverage items are available in a nearby trailer that is on loan from the Jamaica Lions Club.
The Links Restaurant & Lounge:
The Links Restaurant & Lounge continues to be a popular place to dine to enjoy great food, service, and friends. The patio furniture is out on the patio now and ready to be enjoyed during lunch or dinner when the weather is nice and warm.
May Hours of Operation:
Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
(Starting on May 18th, Sunday Hours will change to 11:00 AM to 7:00 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 the snack shop 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:
May Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 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:
Hit or Miss is the type of weather we are getting this spring for golf. One day is perfect while the next day is windy and cold. This all will change quickly once mother nature decides that spring is finally here. Any type of day on the golf course bets a good day at work so we welcome everyone to come play a round at Lake Panorama National Golf Course.
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:
May 12:
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
May 13:
Deep Tining and Top Dressing Greens
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
J. Seward Grp at 8:09 AM
Women’s League 18-Hole TT’s starting at 1:00 PM
May 14:
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
Men’s Noon League at 12:00 PM
Men’s League at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM
May 15:
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
Women’s League at 5:30 PM
May 16:
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
S. Bunde GP at 10:00 AM
Friday Couples at 5:30 PM
May 17:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
S. Bunde GP at 8:30 AM
J. Beavers Grp at 9:30 AM
R. Lowe Grp at 9:39 AM
R. Dunham GP at 10:06 AM
Armed Forces Day Golf Tournament at 2:00 PM
May 18:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
J. Beavers Grp at 9:30 AM
R. Dunham GP at 9:39 AM
S. Bunde GP at 9:57 AM
May 19:
High School Girls Regional Golf Tournament at 9:00 AM
Tee Times starting at 10:15 AM
May 20:
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
J. Seward Grp at 8:00 AM
Women’s League 18-Hole TT’s at 1:00 PM
May 21:
Tee Times starting at 8:00 AM
Men’s Noon League at 12:00 PM
Men’s League at 3:00 and 6:00 PM
May 22:
Principal Classic Qualifier at 8:00 AM
Tee Times starting at 9:30 AM
W. Wellwood GP at 9:39 AM
R. Bird GP at 12:03 PM
Women’s League at 5:30 PM
May 23:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
W. Wellwood GP at 7:30 AM
J. Bormolini GP at 7:45 AM
R. Bird GP at 8:00 AM
Course Closed at 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Class 2A Boys State Golf Tournament at 12:30 PM
Replay of GP from 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Course Closed from 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Russel Grp at 4:00 PM
Course Open at 5:00 PM
May 24:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
J. Bormolini GP at 7:30 AM
W. Wellwood GP at 7:45 AM
R. Bird GP at 8:00 AM
Class 2A Boys State Golf Tournament at 8:30 AM
Golf Course Open for Tee Times at 11:30 AM
May 25:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
J. Bormolini GP at 10:30 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.
FOUR MORE REASONS TO JOIN LAKE PANORAMA NATIONAL GOLF COURSE in 2008;
Indianola Country Club
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.
Friday Couples:
This Friday, May 16 is the 2 Out of 3 Ain’t Bad Couples. The format is 4-Person Best Shot on certain holes while True Alternate Shot on the other holes.
Upon completion of the round, the golf staff will eliminate the highest score on the Alternate Shot holes from each team. Therefore, only 2 of the 3 alternate shot holes will count towards the final score…hence, “2 out of 3 Ain’t Bad.”
Please sign up in the pro shop or by calling 641-755-2024. You may pick your foursome or the pro shop staff will create the teams if necessary.
Afterwards, enjoy great food and drinks up at the Links and wait to see if you won gift certificates when the staff announces the winning couples.
4th Annual Match Play Championship:
The Road to the Final 4
Open to Members only, this elite tournament will be shut off after Thursday, May 18. After that the seeds and brackets will be drawn and the matches will start.
The handicap used for this Match Play Championship is tee separation and not strokes based off of the two players handicaps. Entry Fee is only $5 and the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th places will be paid out. If you have any questions, call Bill Douglass or Gary Babcock
Armed Forces Day Golf Championship:
When: Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 17
Who: Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Discharged, retired military personnel, DoD Civilians and their Guest.
What: Service Team Championship-Playing for the CINC Cup!
Entry Fee: LPN Members: $10.00, Non Members: $25.00Format: 18 Holes, 2-Person Best Shot
Agenda: 1330hrs: Muster at Spikes 1400hrs: Shotgun Start 1900hrs: Scoring/Cocktails
Join your fellow military men and women at Lake Panorama National for the 2nd Annual Armed Forces Day Championship. New this year is the ability for the 2-Person teams to be formed by having one person affiliated with the Armed Forces and the other person being a guest.
SMSgt, USAF Gary Babcock will be in charge of the days agenda and will stick to strict time schedules.
Entry forms are available in the shop or by calling 641-755-2024 and talking with SMSgt Gary Babcock.
The Caveman 3-Person Best Shot:
This Tournament has been cancelled because of lack of interest. If you have already paid, your refund will be forthcoming.
Memorial Day Couples:
When: Monday, May 26, 2008
Time: 1:00 PM Shotgun
Cost: $25.00 per couple for members, $55.00 per couple for non-members
Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Lake Panorama National Resort. Our annual Memorial Day couples event always brings out alot of couples and is alot of fun.
Bring your favorite item to grill and a dish and enjoy a potluck after the round.
Please call 641-755-2024 to sign up.
The GCSB 24/7 @ Home Lake Panorama Realty
8th Annual Men's Member / Guest Tournament:
When: Saturday, June 7th and Sunday, June 8th
Time: Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Tee Times 5:30 PM: Team Shoot-Out 7:30 PM: Dinner 8:30 PM: Professional Draw Sunday 8:30 AM: Breakfast and Registration 10:00 AM: ShotGun Start 3:00 PM: Cocktails/Awards
Entry Fee: $200.00 per Team Fee includes green fees, cart, tournament gift, dinner, and prizes for the weekend. Deadline for Entry: May 14
Format:Saturday: 2 Man Team Quota Sunday: Modified Scramble
The premier men's two day golf tournament of the year. Invite your guest for two days of fun. Day One consists of 2 Man Team Quota event were you earn points off your quota handicap followed by the team shoot-out. Day Two consists for a modified scramble with golf professionals from the State of Iowa.
Spnosored by Guthrie County State Bank, Lake Panorama Realty, and GCSB Investment Center, this tournament is one you cannot miss.Download and print the entry form by clicking HERE or call 641-755-2024 to sign up today.
2008 Irv Gerlich Memorial Ryder Cup:
Date: August 7 – 10, 2008
The premiere member only event at Lake Panorama National Golf Course, the Ryder Cup is the tournament you do not want to miss. This tournament consists of a kickoff dinner and program on Thursday night, Four-ball matches Friday followed by LPN Employee Shootout and Dinner, Best Shot and Alternate Shot on Saturday followed by Member Shootout and Dinner, and Sunday finishes up with Single Matches and Dinner.
Participants must:
1. Be a member of Lake Panorama National Golf Course
2. Have a current USGA handicap
3. Have played and posted scores for a minimum of ten, 18-hole rounds from July 1st, 2007 through July 1st, 2008
4. Be available at these times:
Thursday, August 7 – 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Friday, August 8 – 11:00 AM
Saturday, August 9 – 11:00 AM
Sunday, August 10 – 10:00 AM
Registration Forms are available in the pro shop and during Men’s League. $150 dollars must be paid with registration and is non refundable after July 1st.
If you have any questions, please give the captains, Dick Rote and Bud Lester a call or give the pro shop a call at 641-755-2024.
We had a great turn out for the Men’s Stag last Wednesday and are looking forward to starting competition this Wednesday, May 14.
In order to finalize the league schedule, the schedule for the whole year will not be available until the following Wednesday of May 21. All three leagues have a great turn out of teams and players and it will be a great year.
If you have not paid your Men’s League dues of $55 and the USGA Handicap Fee of $26.75 by Wednesday, May 21, your account will be billed the amount.
In the future, if you or your partner is unable to attend Men’s League, please give us a call at the pro shop to let us know so subs can be called or pairings can be changed.
Download the 2008 Men’s League entry form by clicking HERE.
Women’s League:
Lake Panorama National Golf Professionals are please to announce the Women’s Short Game Clinic for 2008. This year Clinic includes 2 program times to choose from to work with your schedules. The clinic will include putting and chipping instruction.
The Women’s League kick-off was last Thursday and we had a great turnout. Everyone had a great time and we look forward to getting the season started this Thursday.
This Thursday, the 4-Gal Mixer will be held for Women’s League with a shotgun start at 5:30 PM. Please give the pro shop a call at 641-755-2024 to sign up.
For more information about the Short Game Clinic, Women’s League and current Women’s Merchandise in the shop, check out the Women’s Golf Page by clicking 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 Merchandise Arrivals:
The award winning pro shop at Lake Panorama National is full of the latest merchandise for men and women. From golf clubs to footwear to shirts to socks, the shop has what you are looking for.
In the shop now are:
Adidas ClimaCool Collection
Nike Dri-Fit Spring Collection Polo’s
Page & Tuttle CoolSwing Collection
Ashworth Spring Collection
Smith & Tweed Bamboo Tech Outerwear
Oarsman Sweatshirts and Hooded Sweatshirts
Straight Down Outerwear
Aureus Outerwear, Breeze Blockers and Bamboo Tech
FootJoy Outerwear and Performance Long Sleeve Mocks
FootJoy Men’s and Women’s Golf Shoes
EP Pro Cocoa Beach Collection
EP Pro Silverado Collection
Stop in today to visit the shop and purchase your favorite items before they are gone.
2008 Golf Equipment Arrivals and Services:
Lake Panorama National pro shop is ready to save you money.
When you purchase golf clubs from Lake Panorama National, you can now trade-in your old golf clubs. The golf professionals at LPN have partnered with the PGA of America to bring you the ability to trade-in your old clubs for new ones. Find out more information about Lake Panorama Nationals trade-in ability by clicking HERE.
The expanded line of golf equipment this year makes this program even better and with golf professionals on staff that can fit your golf clubs correctly to your game and skill level, it’s a no brainier to do business with Lake Panorama National.
If you aren’t in the market for a new set of clubs but want to make your old clubs feel like new, bring them to us to have them re-gripped. We carry Golf Pride and Winn grips along with the ability to custom order your favorite grips.
Why is having new grips so important, find out why by clicking HERE.
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.
Entry Forms for the Junior Golf School and Camp can be downloaded from this page.
Major Events for 2008:
Men’s Events:
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:
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:
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:
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 9, 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 – Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
See You on the Links
John Dinnebier
General Manager/Director of Golf
Gary Babcock
Head Golf Professional
Michael Kleinwolterink
Assistant Golf Professional
Lake Panorama National 2008 Adopt-a-bed Volunteer Project
Be careful not to get your hopes up, but I think spring is finally here!
As long as there are so many changes going on this year at LPNGC, we might as well add one more. Since I have a full time job at Guthrie County State Bank I don’t have the time (or energy) needed to do a good job landscaping on the golf course. I really didn’t want to give up working on the course, so the last two summers I tried to work evenings and weekends, but it wasn’t enough to keep the landscaping up the way it should be.
So we found a good replacement – I’m passing my trowel on to Janis Hochreiter. She has a lot of good ideas and lots of energy (and has a better summer schedule to get out and work). Janis will be great!! We are going to continue with the adopt-a-bed program.
Last year, we had so many great volunteers (I can’t thank all of you enough) and many have signed back up to take a bed again. There are several beds still available for adoption. Janis is working up a new list and will send a note out for people still interested in taking care of a bed.
Thanks for so many years of support, but I ‘m not totally gone. I’m worried that I will have a dirt withdrawal, so I’ve kept a couple beds to work on yet this summer. I’ll see you out on the golf course.
We appreciate all the work done last year! Here is a list of those that adopted beds in 2008. If you see any of them, tell them thanks for getting the project off to such a great start!
#1) Flag side: Hochreiter Tee side: OPEN
#2) Carol & Keith Peterson / Ron & Glenda Bruggeman
#3) Janice & Dale Hochreiter
#4 Men’s & Forward) Shirley & Kent Stephensen / Pam & Don Parsons
#5) Men’s & Forward) Darwin & Janet Luing
#6) Sandy Mathison / Jan & Gene Hardy
#7) Darwin & Janet Luing
#8) Barb & Mark Moore
#9) OPEN
#10 Men’s & Senior) OPEN
#10 Forward) Cindy & Mark Sanger
#11 Men’s & Whiskey Barrel) OPEN
#11 Forward) Mary & Larry Hills
#12 SR & Forward) Mary & Larry Hills
#13 Ladies & T-intersection) Barb Wollner
#14) John & Susan Bruckshaw / Mark & Fay Petersen
#15) Carla & Tim Fitzgerald
#16) OPEN
#17) OPEN
Conf Ctr – pro shop side) Janis & Dale Hochreiter
Spikes) Janis & Dale Hochreither
Happy planting,
Barb Wollner
