Disc Golf in Tillsonburg

By: Shawn Seitz

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What is Disc Golf• Disc Golf is the same as traditional golf

except players throw a plastic disc into a basket target.

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Where is Disc Golf• There are more than 32 courses in Ontario

provincial, conservation area, and city parks and private property.

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Disc Golf Across The Border

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Benefits of Disc Golf• Disc Golf is the fastest growing sport in

the world • Courses are inexpensive to install• Maintenance costs are minimal

– Grass cutting as needed and small repairs• Can be shared with other recreational

spaces• Benefits to the Community and the Park

– Low impact free exercise for all ages– Local stores can carry equipment

Benefits of Disc Golf• Promotes outdoor activity• Inexpensive to play as you only need a disc

or two • Utilizes typically underused park space • Disc Golf Courses are Environmentally Friendly• Appealing to people with busy schedules• People will grow into it not out of it• Low Cost and a Positive Investment

– Players tend to take an active role in the course– Attract disc golfers from surrounding areas

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Homewood Park – Orillia

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Evergreen Fields - Huntsville

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Little Lake Park - Midland

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Installation Costs - Baskets• 18 hole tee course• 18 baskets, $297each = $5346

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Installation Costs – Tee Signs• 18 tee signs, $60 each = $1080

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Total Costs18 hole tee course18 baskets, $297 each = $5346+ 18 tee signs, $60 each = $1080

Purchasing Costs = $6426

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Course ImprovementsDisc golf courses can be installed in phases and upgraded over time including concrete tees, benches, trash cans, practice targets, and alternate pin placements are all features that can be added after a course is first established.

Don’t hesitate to check out the online disc golf manufacturers, forums and community.

Shawn SeitzHome 519-842-5901Work 519-688-7800http://www.discgolfontario.com/forum/index.phphttp://www.discraft.comhttp://www.innovadiscs.comhttp://www.pdga.com

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Detailed Cost Analysis 18 holes - PrimaryDisc Pole Holes (Baskets)Concrete (Approx. 1 cubic foot per hole):Shipping (Approximate)Total Basket Costs:

$297.00 x 18 = $5985.00$4.00 x 18 = $72.00$1000$7057.00

Tee Signs:Standard Tee Signs:Concrete (Approx. 1 cubic foot per hole): Total Tee Sign Costs:

Tee Sign Prices:$60.00 x 18 = $1080.00$4.00 x 18 = $72.00$1152.00

TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $8209.00 including shipping

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