Henderson Lake Golf Club – Historic Snapshot

Today, Henderson Lake Golf Course is just one of the City facilities located at the complex that surrounds Henderson Lake. The Japanese Gardens, the playground, dock, walkways, picnic facilities and parkland on the north shore, the swimming pool, skate park, baseball facility, ice arena, tennis courts and the exhibition grounds round out a host of activities available to residents and visitors to the City. However, this highly valued and heavy utilized area had humble beginnings which required the persistent and vigilant attention and efforts of the City Councils and caring residents over many years.
In 1909, then Mayor William Henderson negotiated a deal with the Alberta Railway and Irrigation Company to purchase 300 acres of land at Henderson Lake for $150 per acre which also included the water rights. Today, Henderson Lake Golf Course sits on 101 acres of the original purchase. The plan then was to develop this area on the north shore which was close to a residential area of the City into a park that would include a merry-go-round, movie theater, zoo and a swimming area. The south side of the lake wasn’t being utilized at the time and consisted of rangeland.

" I wonder if the City of Lethbridge would sell us the golf course at this price $150 /acre would be a great deal." M. Plouffe

Question of the Week

When does the HLGC Board of Directors meet?
Answer. The Board of Directors meets monthly during the golf season. Typically we meet on the fourth of Tuesday of each month and if anyone has any concerns they should write a letter or email to the General Manager and he will ensure it is appropriately handled. The Clubs' email address is hlgcgolf@gmail.com.

Volunteers Needed for Alberta Men Seniors July 25-27: 

Henderson Lake Golf Club will be hosting the Alberta Men's’ Seniors this year from July 25-27. To make this a successful championship Henderson Lake Golf Club rely on hard work and dedication of volunteers. We need at least 15-25 volunteers so if you are interested please contact the Pro Shop at 403-329-6767.

Upcoming Events

For more information please contact pro shop of HLGC office
June 24 – Canadian Bobsled Taylor Austin Fundraiser
June 27 – Wine and Whack Shotgun - Mexican Night - Build your own Soft Tortilla 
June 29 - Titleist Men's Night - 2:30-6:00 T- times - 2 Person Scramble
July 1 - Canada Day Twilight – Prime Rib Dinner at 5:30 9 Hole Golf at 7:00 only $40/person
July 6 – Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament

Event Change

Please note due to a conflict of scheduling our McLennan Ross Junior Open will be amalgamated with our morning shotgun on Saturday, June 24 and then they will play Sunday afternoon.
Morning Shotgun – 8:30am for members and guest and public which includes the Mclennan Ross Junior Open.
Afternoon Shotgun – 1:30pm Canadian Bobsled Taylor Austin Fundraiser
We are sorry if there is any inconvenience for members play on Saturday, June 24, 2017.

See you at the course,

Michael Plouffe
Genera Manager







 
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