October 24, 2003, Vol. 3, No. 43

Sponsored by:

MGN NOW IN HTML FORMAT-CLICK ON TOhttp://www.webgolfer.com/news/

-------------------------------------------------------------------

***

MGN ON THE ROAD

Novi-Michigan Golf, Ski and Travel Show

This year's show, hit by a couple of sunny days, produced a modest
turnout of consumers. However, money was made and their were happy
faces here and there.

We chatted with Keith Gornick, owner of The Otsego Club, who indicated
that they were up a "tad" in golf business this year. Mark Hogan, Head
Professional at The Otsego Club, was also on hand talking up their new
"Take a Test Drive" program at The Otsego Club. Keith indicates that
it is time for another generation of families to join the club. Keith
will join in the new generation spirit himself as he awaits the birth
of his first child this month.

http://otsegoclub.com

Mark Rich, of Blue Mountain, was in town letting everyone know that
their owner, Intrawest has invested a half of a BILLION DOLLARS in the
place. Want to find out more? Go to http://bluemountain.ca . It has a
very friendly website that will update you faster than you can say,
"How much is the exchange today?" This is now a major resort property
in America.

Boyne's Julie Ard, Public Relations and Steve McPhee, Director of Golf,
were on hand to chat with their customers about this year's ski and
next year's seasons.

http://boyne.com

The show featured a large number of golf retailers and they sold their
share of clubs.

Three ski vendors showed, Boyne, Blue Mountain and The Otsego Club.
Since they have both golf and skiing, the show was a nice fit for them.

***

JACK SAYLOR UPDATE

Jack Saylor, golf writer emeritus of the Free Press, is still
recovering from his surgery. He wants people to know that he is feeling
better.

http://jackwearealrootingforyou.com

***

MICHIGAN GOLFER TELEVISION HELD OVER

JEFF DANIEL'S COMEDY GOLF JAM AND THE CADDIES OF FRENCH LICK

The Double Feature of Jeff Daniel's Comedy Golf Jam and The Caddies of
French Lick have drawn 17,000 viewers to the Michigan Golfer Television
site so far this month. It will be a record breaking month for viewership
on the Michigan's golf channel.

Both of this week's shows have their share of humorous moments. Enjoy.

THE CADDIES OF FRENCH LICK

http://michigangolfer.tv/2003shows/frenchlick/index.html

JEFF DANIELS COMEDY GOLF JAM

http://www.michigangolfer.tv/2003shows/show22

***

BOYNE MOUNTAIN GRAND LODGE CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY

Boyne USA Resorts, one of the leading owners and operators of
four-season destination resorts, proudly announces the re-commencement
of construction of the Mountain Grand Lodge. This four-star
condominium-hotel will be the anchor of the renaissance plan for Boyne
Mountain. The $50 million project, to be built by Clark Construction
Company, solidifies Boyne Mountain as the premier four-season
destination in the Midwest. The process of securing a financing
package reached completion this week and will be provided by Bank of
America and Wells Fargo.

The Mountain Grand Lodge will be the centerpiece of the Austrian/Swiss
architecturally-themed resort village. The condo-hotel will feature 160
suites of one, two and three bedrooms, most including fireplaces,
kitchenettes and whirlpools. An 18,000 square foot spa will offer
treatment, rejuvenation and state-of-the-art fitness facilities in
addition to spa menus and wellness programs. Various dining venues and
lounges planned for the property, paired with the sizable and flexible
meeting space available at Boyne Mountain, will make the Mountain Grand
Lodge a destination "hot spot" for vacationers and meeting planners
alike. An indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub, ski-in/ski-out convenience
to Michigan's largest mountain and access to Boyne's 162 holes of
championship golf enhance Boyne's commitment to provide a true resort
experience. Guests of this luxurious lodge will also have convenient
access to an indoor waterpark, which will be structurally connected to
the property's north end.

"My father began development of a themed village on the late 1960's
here at Boyne Mountain, and this project is certainly an effort to keep
his vision alive," says Stephen Kircher, President of Boyne's Eastern
Operations. "With castle-like attributes of stone, stucco and wood, it
will captivate visitors both aesthetically and with unparalleled
amenities."

Taken and edited from a news release from Julie Ard of Boyne.

http://boyne.com

***

GOLF 20/20 CONFERENCE CONCLUDES WITH SENSE OF PROGRESS, COMMITMENT

More than 200 leaders from the golf industry came together at World
Golf Village for the fourth annual GOLF 20/20 conference and left today
with a universal sense of progress, optimism and commitment to the
future.

At the same time, there was general acknowledgement that golf cannot
stubbornly adhere to traditional ways of approaching its challenges
such as the pressures of time and other competitive activities. With
that, there was a willingness to look at creative new ways to attract
people to golf and to market the game.

Among the specific highlights of the conference were:

The announcement by PGA of America President M.G. Orender of Play Golf
America, an umbrella adult player development approach under which a
number of established programs will be included. Among them is Link Up
2 Golf, which GOLF 20/20 piloted in 2001 and the PGA has run since then
with the support of the National Golf Course Owners Association.

A report that in 2003, Link Up 2 Golf is being implemented at more than
214 facilities in 107 markets, up from the original pilot program of
nine. Statistics were presented to demonstrate that 82 percent of
graduates not only stick with the game, but continue to increase the
number of rounds they play and the dollars they spend on golf.

The introduction of the National School Golf Program, currently being
tested in 150 elementary schools around the nation. The program
features the training of physical education instructors to teach golf
in a fun and safe environment. Plans were announced to expand the
program to approximately 500 schools in 2004.

A compelling presentation by Madelyn Hochstein of DYG, Inc., about
societal changes in relation to the pressures of time, which helped to
focus the industry on the need for new and innovative ways to package
and market the game.

Agreement that there will be more emphasis on communication, both
within the industry and externally to the media and to the consumer, to
initiate a broader distribution of the useful information and key
messages generated by all the diverse groups within the industry.

Taken and edited from a PR release from Melissa Ramsey 904.280.4829

***

BJ ERWIN AND BRIAN MANNING BEGIN SPORTS MARKETING INTERNSHIP WITH GLSP

Brian J. Erwin and Brian Manning, will be interning with GLSP while
they complete their undergraduate business degree at Eastern Michigan
University. Both are entering the field of Sports Marketing.

BJ Erwin,grew up in Owosso, MI and graduated from Corunna High School
in 2000. Currently a fourth year senior at Eastern Michigan University,
he focuses his studies on Telecommunications and Film with a minor in
Marketing. He has had work experience with the Pepsi Corporation and
101 WRIF. Brian Manning, started life in Florida and now lives in Ann Arbor.
He will finish his studies this December. He is pursuing a job in the
sports entertainment world.

***

FIRST TEE OF MICHIGAN CLASSIC-RAISES 300K

$300,000 was recently raised by The First Tee of Michigan Foundation at
the Tournament of Champions course in Dearborn. The event featured a
golf tournament and auction sponsored by Collins & Aikman, an
automotive corporation based in Troy. Proceeds benefited The First Tee
of Michigan, with facilities at Detroit, Battle Creek and their future
facility in Lansing.

Taken from The First Tee Vol VI, Issue 3 http://thefirsttee.org

***

GPA AND REED COMBINE SERVICES

The Golf Press Association will partner with Reed Exhibitions to
produce the Show Guide, an official online publication for the PGA
Merchandise Show. Also, GPA's online publication, The Wire, will team
with Reed Exhibitions to promote the event in advance and provide
expanded editorial coverage on site.

http://www.golftransactions.com

***

WJR LAUNCHES ENEWSLETTER

"We'd like to welcome you to the first edition of the WJR 760 AM
Newstalk Radio, Mitechnews.Com eNewsletter. It's offered in both weekly
updates and daily blasts. You're receiving the weekly today. If you
want to receive the daily, click on the unsubscribe button at the
bottom of this newsletter and put a check in the daily box. If you
don't want to receive either version, click the unsubscribe button as
well. We're using email lists provided by our content and advertising
partners. We hope you like what you read and opt to continue to receive
future eNewsletters. If you have Michigan technology story ideas for us
to feature, we'd like to hear from you as well. eMail your news tips to
Editor Mike Brennan. His online address is brennan@mitechnews.com. Now
to our news headlines."

Taken from the WJR/Mitechnews.Com eNewsletter

***

FEATURE: WEB DESIGN ON A SHOESTRING

Web design on a Shoestring reveals all sorts of free or inexpensive
resources that are available but unknown. Learn how to test your
web sites efficiencies and functionalities, to understand content
management systems, and what commercial products to use or avoid.
By New Riders.

http://www.webreference.com/promotion/design/

***

NAMES SORTA THE SAME

Hidden Harbour Golf Course Caseville
Hidden Oaks Golf Course Saint Louis
Hidden River Golf & Casting Club Brutus
Hidden Valley Country Club Shelbyville
QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"Happiness is a long walk with a putter in your hand." Greg Norman
***

HOLE IN ONE CLUB

Bill Craig, Publisher of Midwest Running:, 1st hole in one, Rolling
Meadows GC, Hole #2, 145 yards, sandwedge.
***

STOP PHYLLIS IF YOU HAVE HEARD THIS

Wanda's dishwasher quit working so she called a repairman.
Since she had to go golfing the next day, she told the repairman, "I'll
leave the key under the mat. Fix the dishwasher, leave the bill on the
counter, and I'll mail you a check.

Oh, by the way don't worry about my bulldog. He won't bother you. But,
whatever you do, do NOT, under ANY circumstances, talk to my parrot!"
"I REPEAT, DO NOT TALK TO MY PARROT!!!"

When the repairman arrived at Wanda's apartment the following day, he
discovered the biggest, meanest looking bulldog he has ever seen. But,
just as she had said, the dog just lay there on the carpet watching the
repairman go about his work.

The parrot, however, drove him nuts the whole time with his incessant
yelling, cursing and name calling. Finally the repairman couldn't
contain himself any longer and yelled, "Shut up, you stupid ugly
bird!" To which the parrot replied, "Get him, Spike!"

***
MICHIGAN GOLF NEWS ASSOCIATION SUBSCRIBERS

Golf Association of Michigan
http://www.gam.org

Michigan Golf Course Owners Association
http://mgcoa.org

Michigan PGA
http://michiganpga.com

Michigan Women's Publinx Golf Association
http://mwpga

Michigan State Amateur Golf Association
Dick Loring-skillplay@aol.com

Upper Peninsula Golf Association
http://upga.org

***
GOLF CALENDAR

September

09/28-30 Pepsi Fall Charity Invitational, Treetops, Gaylord
http://treetops.com
09/30 Tournament of Club Champions (Men and Women) Egypt Valley, Ada

October

10/17-18 Fall Golf, Ski and Travel Show- Novi Expo
http://michigangolfshow.com
10/19-21 The GOLF 20/20 Conference, World Golf Village, Florida
http://wgv.com

November

11/14-16 The International Golf Show is November 14-16, 2003 at the
Toronto Congress Centre.
http://golf-show.com
11/30-12/02 MGCOA Annual Conference Lansing

2004

January

01/23-25 Atlanta Golf Show
01/29-02/02 PGA Merchandise Show-Orlando, Florida
Web: http://pgamerchandiseshow.com
Video: http://michigangolfer.tv/2003shows/show1/index.html

February

02/06-8 West Michigan Golf Show, DeVos Place
http://showspan.com
02/13-15 London Golf and Travel Expo at the Western Fair Event Centre
Web: http://michigangolfer.tv/2003shows/show5/index.html

March

03/05-07 12th Annual Michigan Golf Show- Novi Expo
Web: http://michigangolfshow.com
03/19-21 6th Annual Lansing Golf Show- Lansing
http://michigangolfshow.com
03/19-21 Chicago Golf Show
http://golf2020.com

***
Tour and Association Calendars

Associations

Golf Association of Michigan a href= "http://www.gam.org/champ/schedule.cgi
Michigan Section PGA http://www.Michigan.PGA.com
Michigan Golf Course Owners Association http://mgcoa.org
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America http://www.gcssa.org

Tours

Canadian Tour- http://www.cantour.com/schedule.php
European Tour- http://www.europeantour.com
Hooters Tour- http://www.ngahooterstour.com
Futures Tour http://futurestour.com/Schedules.html
PGA http://pgatour.com/tournaments/pgatour.html