Disc golf course on par at Wakamow Valley
It’s a game that the entire family can get into because anyone can master the skills of disc golf. And now, disc golf hopefuls and enthusiasts alike can work on their throwing arm at the newly installed course in Wakamow Valley.
The 9-hole course begins in Paashkwow Park East, located in the Churchill area. There is parking available on Wellesley St., which leaves a short walk over to where the course begins.
The maintenance crews keep the trails between the holes groomed and easy to follow, and those looking for a full map can find it on the UDisc app — a GPS-based disc golf directory that keeps players on the right path and can even keep the score during a game.
Anyone can grab their frisbee and take the course for a run but Trish German, the event coordinator at Wakamow Valley, recommends using a disc golf set for the true experience of the game.
A set includes several weighted discs, which are used in the same manner as golf clubs — a putter, a fairway, a driver. Disc golf sets are available in some stores, but people can also borrow one of the three sets available at the Wakamow Valley office.
“Just make sure to call up here and reserve them, because we only have three sets. It’s pretty hot right now, and people have been inquiring quite a bit,” said German. “If we have them available, they can come grab them for the night or the weekend.”
This is the first disc golf course in Moose Jaw, and players seem to be excited. Already the Wakamow Valley Authority has seen lots of players out and enjoying the course.
“It’s definitely a positive [addition] for the Valley,” said German. “I had no idea disc golf was this popular until we had this course installed.”
The disc golf course is a project that Wakamow has been looking into for about 2 years, and they are happy to see it finally come to fruition.
The entire installation of the course was taken up by the Wakamow Valley Authority, who will be holding Dinner for Disc Golf, a steak night fundraiser on Sept. 27 to supplement the cost of installation.
Tickets are available for $20 by contacting the Wakamow Valley Authority office at 1 (306) 692-2717 or at wakamow.events@sasktel.net, or dropping by during business hours. Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the event.
For those wanting more information about the course, or just want to keep up with the disc golf community, the Moose Jaw Disc Golf Association Facebook page will have the updates.