Dear Members;
What is going on with this weather? Global warming???? The good news is that the golfing season is still young and we should have plenty of good days to come.
The Links Restaurant & Lounge continues to be the place to be and business is very strong and we thank you for your support. As the summer continues to move along we will be hosting many events and unfortunately we will at times need to close the Links due to the size of the event. I will do my best to keep everyone informed as these dates approach.
Our major projects are moving along nicely but have slowed due to poor weather conditions. All main lines of the irrigation system are finished and the Commercial Crew is working on individual holes placing heads. This project should be completed sometime in mid-July if the weather starts to cooperate.
The golf course continues to improve in condition after the long cold winter. During the month of May we have slit seeded, deep tined greens, and if you have played recently we have expanded our no mow areas. Dan and Brandon are at full crew and will be mowing on a regular basis. The rough has been lowered to 2 ¼ inches and balls should be easier to find. The hole that the irrigation workers will be on will be closed Monday thru 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.
Spikes is moving along nicely and what a fine addition this building will be. Thanks to all those who have sent both money and in-kind donations to this project. Without your support we would never have been able to move forward on this project. We are still accepting donations and you can reach myself or Judy Contner at the LPA if you would like to make a donation.
Summer is coming and we look forward to a fine year. Thank you for all your support.
It is a pleasure to serve you.
Sincerely,
John Dinnebier , GM
SALE PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT SPIKES
There is good news and bad news. The bad news is that Bob and Marion Malone will be leaving Lake Panorama this fall for a new, full-time home in Florida.
The good news is the Malones have donated many wonderful items for a garage sale at their home, with all proceeds going to help support the construction of Spikes.
The two-day sale will be June 6-7. The sale will be open from noon to 7 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. The Malones live at 5222 Bean Bend Road on the east side of Lake Panorama. From the LPN, take Clover Ridge Road east to the stop sign. Take a left on Panorama Drive. Bean Bend is the first road to the right.
The sale will include tools, outdoor recreation items, golf equipment, many home decorating pieces, bedding, towels, some furniture, Lake Panorama-related items, books, and much, much more.
To increase the amount of money raised for Spikes, donations of baked goods and larger, quality household and outdoor items are welcome. Items being donated can be delivered to the Malone home between 8 a.m. and noon on June 6.
Members of the Spikes fundraising committee are assisting with the sale. Other volunteers are welcome, both for setting up the sale the morning of June 6 or helping during sale hours. To volunteer, or if you have questions, contact Susan Thompson at 755-4382 or Judy Contner at 755-2301.
Don’t miss this sale! You’ll go home with some treasures, and help finish and furnish Spikes!
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.
June Hours of Operation:Tuesday - Saturday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sunday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Note: The Links Restaurant & Lounge will be closed Saturday, May 31st to host the Schaffer Wedding Reception. We apologize for this inconvenience to your weekend plans. The Links will be open on Sunday at 11:00 AM.
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:
June 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:
Daily Fee Rates:
May 26th – September 30th:
Monday – Thursday:
Open – 11:30 AM $37.00+
11:30 AM – 4:00 PM $33.00+
4:00 PM – Dusk $25.00+
Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Holidays:
Open – 11:30 AM $41.00+
11:30 AM – 4:00 PM $37.00+
4:00 PM – Dusk $25.00+
Tee Time Update:
May 28:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
Men’s Noon League TT’s at 12:00 – 12:36 PM
Men’s League at 3:00 & 6:00 PM
May 29:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
Women’s League at 5:30 PM
May 30:
E. Bensch GP at 8:00 AM
Golf Course Closed from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
National Investors Golf Outing 12:00 PM Shotgun
May 31:
Tee Times starting at 6:30 AM
E. Bensch GP at 8:00 AM
J. Beavers TT’s at 9:30 AM
June 1:
Tee Times starting at 6:30 AM
E. Bensch GP at 8:00 AM
J. Beavers TT’s at 9:30 AM
June 2:
Golf Course Closed till 5:30 PM
PUP Golf Outing 12:00 PM Shotgun
June 3:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
J. Staebell TT’s at 7:30 AM
June 4:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
Men’s Noon League TT’s at 12:00 – 12:36 PM
Men’s League at 3:00 & 6:00 PM
June 5:
Tee Times starting at 7:30 AM
Marquardt GP at 9:00 AM
Women’s League at 5:30 PM
June 6:
Tee Times starting at 7:00 AM
Friday Couples at 5:30 PM
June 7:
Tee Times starting at 6:30 AM
GCSB 24/7@Home Lake Panorama Realty 8th Men’s Member Guest TT’s at 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Member Guest Shoot-Out at approx. 6:00 PM
June 8:
Golf Course Closed until 2:00 PM
GCSB 24/7@Home Lake Panorama Realty
8th Men’s Member Guest Pro AM at 10:00 AM Shotgun
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; LPN Signs Agreement With 5 Iowa Country Clubs.
This year LPN Golf Members will enjoy an opportunity to play 5 Additional Golf Clubs as Members of LPN.Under the Reciprocal Agreement, Members will have access to the following Clubs:
Ames Golf & Country Club
Lake Creek Country Club
Carroll Country Club
Fort Dodge Country Club
Indianola Country Club
Reciprocal Rates at all 5 Clubs is $15+ applicable taxes (includes 18-Hole Green Fees, Carts, and Practice Balls) Any accompanying non-member guest will pay full rate.To play one of these clubs at the Reciprocal Rate, the LPN Pro Shop MUST arrange your tee times.
You WILL NOT receive the Reciprocal Rate unless LPN Pro Shop arranges your tee time with the reciprocal golf club.LPN is excited to offer this additional benefit to our membership. Please don't hesitate to contact the LPN Staff if you require additional information.
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:
The next Friday couples is June 6th
The format for the evening will be Modified Stableford using 4-Person Best Shot.
The Stableford Scoring System is as follows:
+8 Points: Double Eagle
+5 Points: Eagle
+2 Points: Birdie
0 Points: Par
-1 Points: Bogey
-3 Points: Double bogey or worse
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
The brackets have been drawn and the matches are ready to start.
The handicap used for this Match Play Championship is tee separation and not strokes based off of the two players handicaps. If you have any questions, call Bill Douglass or Gary Babcock
The GCSB 24/7 @ Home Lake Panorama Realty8th Annual Men's Member / Guest Tournament:
We are currently set at 32 teams for the Member Guest. If you haven’t signed up already, you will be put on a “waiting list.” In order for the pairings and pro-am to be played right, we must have 4 more teams.
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
Sunday8:30 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.
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. Sponsored by Guthrie County State Bank, Lake Panorama Realty, and GCSB Investment Center, this tournament is one you cannot miss.
Panorama H.S. Booster Club 4-Person Best Shot:
Date: Tuesday, June 10
Time: 12:00 PM Shotgun Start
Cost: Members: $40.00 per person
Non-Members: $75.00 per person
Fee includes golf w/cart, flag events, prizes, and dinner ticket.
Dinner Ticket Only: $15.00
Join us for the Panorama Booster Club Golf Tournament on June 10. The proceeds go to the Panorama’s Booster Club to fund all Sports and Academic Programs and Awards.
If you have any questions, please give Les Marks a call at 641-755-3969.
Sign up Today in the pro shop or by giving us a call at 641-755-2024.
4th Annual Fathers Day Tournament:
Date: Sunday, June 15
Time: Morning Tee Times for Adult & Young Adult Division starting at 9:30 AM
Mid-Morning Tee Times for Junior Division (age 12 and under) at 11:15 AM
Format: 2-Person Alternate Shot
Cost: Adult & Young Adult Division (Members: $20.00) (Non Members: $95.00)
Junior Division (Members: $10.00) (Non Members: $40.00)
Eligibility: example…grandfather-grandson, grandmother-daughter, father-son, mother-son, et al
We invite you to celebrate Fathers Day with us by playing in our 4th Annual Fathers Day Tournament. Last year we had a great turnout and are expecting another great tournament. There are two divisions based on age groups and prizes are awarded to winners in each age group.
If you have any questions about this tournament, please give Gary Babcock a call at the pro shop.
Sign-Up in the Pro Shop
11th Annual 2-Gal Invitational:
Date: Thursday, June 19
Time: 9:00 AM Shotgun
Format: 18 Hole 2-Gal Best Shot
Cost: Members: $30.00 Non Members: $50.00
The 2008 Lake Panorama National 2-Gal Best Shot Invitational will be held Thursday, June 19. The event is organized by the Lake Panorama Women's Golf League. The day includes 18 holes of golf, plus cart, continental breakfast, snacks, lunch, raffle, door prizes and lots of fun, all for just $30 for members and $50 for non-members.
Lake Panorama National members are encouraged to invite a non-member to play in this event, which is a great way to introduce our course to new people. But you also can play with another member.
This is the 11th annual 2-Gal Invitational at Lake Panorama National. Come join the fun and help make this one the best yet!
Sign Up in the Pro Shop or by giving us a call at 641-755-2024.
2008 Irv Gerlich Memorial Ryder Cup:
Registration Deadline: June 1st, 2008
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.
Memorial Day Couples:
Thank You to all the couples that played in the Memorial Day Couples. The weather turned out to be great and the potluck afterwards was a big hit.
We will see everyone for our next big couples on July 4th
Men's League:
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.
Women’s League:
Find out who were the big winners from last weeks league by visiting the women’s golf page. Information about the Tuesday 18-Hole “League” and other information can be viewed on the page.
Visit 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.
10th Annual Junior Golf School:
Your junior will enjoy golf instruction and golf etiquette along with fun and refreshments while attending the 10th Annual Junior Golf School.The Lake Panorama National Junior Golf School is sponsored by Guthrie County State Bank and Lake Panorama Association.
Open to Junior Ages 5 to 17
Dates: Wednesday, June 11 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Wednesday, June 18 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Wednesday, June 25 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 2 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (The final session will be held at the Par 3 West Golf Course with a golf tournament and pizza party)
Cost: $50.00 per student Make checks payable to LPNEntry Deadline: Thursday, June 5, 2008
Download the Junior School form by clicking HERE.
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:
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
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:
4th Annual Father’s Day Tournament June 15, 2008
37th Annual Club Championship July 26-27, 2008
Dan Lehman Memorial Golf Tournament July 20, 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
