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Nelson Disc Golf Society

DISC (FRISBEE) GOLF COURSE PROPOSAL FOR THE CITY OF NELSON - Mike Moor - Chris Charlwood - Bob Keating - John Kiefer. Nelson Disc Golf Society. Overview. Nelson Disc Golf Society 40+ members $10K of pledges Asking for land-use only 15 acres, Nelson Memorial Cemetery

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Nelson Disc Golf Society

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  1. DISC (FRISBEE) GOLF COURSE PROPOSAL FOR THE CITY OF NELSON - Mike Moor - Chris Charlwood - Bob Keating - John Kiefer Nelson Disc Golf Society

  2. Overview • Nelson Disc Golf Society • 40+ members • $10K of pledges • Asking for land-use only • 15 acres, Nelson Memorial Cemetery • Spring 2011 installation

  3. What is Disc Golf? • Started in 1975 • 10-15%/yr growth • 3,100 courses world • 100+ in Canada • 40 BC, 6 Koots • BC Seniors Games

  4. Why Disc Golf Course in Nelson? • Already zone parkland (P1) • Link rail trail to cemetery (Active Transportation Plan) • Multi-use area for all ages • Reduce fire risk via volunteers (CWPP) • Land stewardship at no cost to city/tax payers • Sports tourism, tour within Koots • Outdoor education benefits

  5. How will we fund this? • 18 hole course will cost $15,000 • $10K in pledges received to date • Business and player sponsorships • CBT / Credit Union • Southeast Forest Fire crew • Volunteers

  6. Issues Considered • Protect as a multi-use area • Neighbourhood/cemetery ambiance • 10 to 15 players per day • Parking options nearby (up to 5 vehicles) • Liability coverage under city • Tourneys covered under BCDGS

  7. Course Design • Work with city on trails/design/signage • Consult dog walkers, hikers, neighbours • 150 feet from cemetery markers minimum • Guided by PDGA standards • John Kiefer, course designer & pro

  8. Cranbrook Testimonial “The Disc Golf Course today is well used by the Disc Golf Association, students from the College of the Rockies, and Disc Golf has now become a popular sport amongst the community of all ages throughout most of the year. The best outcome - this parkland has gone from a high fire hazard in a residential area to a popular natural park used by the community to support healthy living.” • Diane Butz, Director Leisure Services, • City of Cranbrook

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