Nelson Disc Golf Society

DISC (FRISBEE) GOLF COURSE PROPOSALFOR THE CITY OF NELSON

- Mike Moor- Chris Charlwood

- Bob Keating- John Kiefer

Overview

Nelson Disc Golf Society 40+ members $10K of pledges

Asking for land-use only 15 acres, Nelson Memorial Cemetery Spring 2011 installation

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

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

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

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

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

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