Virginia Golfer May / Jun 2019 | Page 33

Use your VSGA membership benefits to explore some of Virginia’s finest tracks I n most issues of Virginia Golfer magazine, the Virginia Explorer section is reserved for intriguing destinations that members can visit within a quick drive or flight from the Commonwealth. But what about a good old-fash- ioned staycation, one filled with excellent golf that can be found right here in Virginia? If you’re a VSGA member, you have access to the VSGA One-Day Program, which features casual events inclusive to golfers of all ages and skill levels at a variety of courses and clubs across the state. One of the best features of the program is that it gives members access to courses they might not otherwise to be able to play at a reasonable price, just $59. That price includes all administration, green fees, cart fees and the opportunity to compete for prizes in both net and gross competitions. Cedar Point Country Club, a private course in Suffolk, is hosting One-Day Events on July 11 and Sept. 12 this year. Other things to know about the One-Day Program: • All events are open to men and women of all ages and ability, but there are some events that feature specific Ladies’ Flights. • Want to play with a specific group of friends? The VSGA will accommodate that request. Call the office or desig- nate in online signup with whom you’d like to be paired. • You don’t need to know the Rules of Golf from back to front to play. Sure, the Rules govern all VSGA events, but you don’t have to have an encyclopedic knowledge of the Rules to play. A staff member is on site at all events to help answer specific Rules questions. • Interested in a little bit more serious competition? The VSGA will conduct One-Person and Two-Person (Four- Ball) championships in the fall. There are 10 qualifiers for each event throughout the year. See VSGA.org for more info on the full schedule of qualifiers. • Remember, the key to getting the most out of the VSGA One-Day Program is to have fun! Meet new people, play new courses and grow your love of the game. In all, the VSGA will host more than 90 One-Day Events in 2019. What follows is a sampling of some of the top-notch courses available for play. Explore some of the state’s top layouts over a two-month span and enjoy one of the major benefits of your VSGA membership. M AY / J U N E 2 0 19 | V I R G I N I A G O L F E R 31