Greens open as spring rolls on to bowling calendar
Lochgilphead Bowling Club held its opening of the green last Saturday, with a strong turnout of club members basking in the early spring sunshine.
Club president Colin MacInnes got proceedings underway by thanking everyone for attending.
He also thanked long-serving club members and greenkeepers Hamish McNeill and Ian Guy for getting the green set out, and thanked behindthe-scenes club members for making sure the clubhouse
Ardrishaig Bowling and Tennis Club saw both old and new faces last Saturday as club president Donald MacLachlan welcomed everyone to the start of a new bowling season. was in order.
Colin then invited his daughter Mhairi to throw the first jack and bowl of the season.
Some fun then ensued, with the president’s and vice-president’s teams taking each other on in a less-than-serious game of bowls and at the end of the day the president’s team enjoyed a convincing win.
A club spokesperson said: “After an excellent day on the lawns, those who attended retired to the clubhouse for some scones and cake.
“Having the weather in
Tommy McCrae was thanked for his sterling work in continuing to maintain the green so well.
In line with tradition, the president’s wife and fellow our favour made such a huge difference. We had two rinks on the go with eight players on each, and non-playing members attended too which long-time bowler Fiona MacLachlan had the honour of throwing the first jack, before being presented with a bouquet of flowers by Emily Craig, the youngest club member made for a strong turnout, considering Ardrishaig and Tarbert were both holding their openings of the green.
“We hope to hold some open at Ardrishaig. Then 18 keen bowlers of all abilities and ages took to the green in a president’s versus vice-president’s game that saw the former’s team win 31-14. In all, around 30 folk attended the day, not only bowlers, but others who came to help with catering, and some to watch and enjoy the spring sunshine.
A club spokesperson said: “Much hilarity was heard on the green throughout the afternoon, and afterwards over some well-earned refreshments in the clubhouse.
“Anyone wishing to join in the fun this season is welcome to come along on Tuesday evenings at 7pm, and Wednesday afternoons at 2.30pm.” days in the very near future.
“Anyone wishing to have a go at the sport will be made more than welcome. Follow our Facebook page for details
Club members gathered for the green opening as president Colin MacInnes’ daughter Mhairi throws the first jack of the lawn bowls season at Lochgilphead Bowling Club.
in future. Please note that due to the nature of the game, children must be aged 10 and over, and be accompanied by an adult at all times.”
Meanwhile, the club’s wappenshaws – or practise nights – will be held every Tuesday at 6.30pm, weather permitting.
The spokesperson added: “Members of the public are welcome to come along on these evenings and have a try at lawn bowls.”