Disc Fanatics of Kansas

Rick Petrie   7 days ago

Fairmont Course Expansion - Fairway Sponsorship Update

Three more sponsors have come forward with donations for our Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign. Discs Unlimited disc golf retailer of Herington, KS. sponsoring a Full Fairway. Millennium Golf Discs manufacturer of Herington, KS sponsoring a Half Fairway. Rick Petrie, local player. :-) Thus here's where we stand as of right now. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Fairway #1: MARK KEWLEY, Half Fairway ($250 recvd) Fairway #1: MILLENNIUM GOLF DISCS, Ha ... more

Three more sponsors have come forward with donations for our Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign.

Discs Unlimited disc golf retailer of Herington, KS. sponsoring a Full Fairway.
Millennium Golf Discs manufacturer of Herington, KS sponsoring a Half Fairway.
Rick Petrie, local player. :-)

Thus here's where we stand as of right now.
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Fairway #1: MARK KEWLEY, Half Fairway ($250 recvd)
Fairway #1: MILLENNIUM GOLF DISCS, Half Fairway ($250 recvd)
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Fairway #2: ( available )
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Fairway #3: ON THE WILDSIDE, Full Fairway ($500 recvd)
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Fairway #4: ( available )
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Fairway #5: DISCS UNLIMITED, Full Fairway ($500 recvd)
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Fairway #6: RICK PETRIE, Half Fairway ($250 recvd)
Fairway #6: ( half available )
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Fairway #7: ADAM, EMILY and VINCENT JOHNSON, Half Fairway ($250 recvd)
Fairway #7: ( half available )
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Fairway #8: ( available )
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Fairway #9: Disc Fanatics of Kansas (* Half or Full. yet to be determined)
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If you want to be a Fairway Sponsor, or you have identified an organization or individual who is seriously interested in being a Fairway Sponsor, please contact me (Rick Petrie) ASAP. 785 313 4970

* = Our club, DFOK, is planning to be a Full Fairway sponsor provided no unexpected expenses arise.

Sincerely,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   May 13 at 8:25pm

Fairmont Course Expansion - Fairway Sponsorship Update

This week is shaping up to be a BIG week for our Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign. On The Wildside, a store in Aggieville, wrote their check TODAY to sponsor a Full Fairway. PLUS Adam Johnson & family presented their check TODAY to sponsor a Half Fairway. Also of note: Later this week I expect to receive checks to sponsor 3 separate Half Fairways. Thus here's where we stand as of right now. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Fairway #1: MARK KEWLE ... more

This week is shaping up to be a BIG week for our Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign.

On The Wildside, a store in Aggieville, wrote their check TODAY to sponsor a Full Fairway.
PLUS
Adam Johnson & family presented their check TODAY to sponsor a Half Fairway.
Also of note:
Later this week I expect to receive checks to sponsor 3 separate Half Fairways.

Thus here's where we stand as of right now.
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Fairway #1: MARK KEWLEY, Half Fairway ($250 recvd)
Fairway #1: (check expected this week )
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Fairway #2: ( available )
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Fairway #3: ON THE WILDSIDE (store), Full Fairway ($500 recvd)
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Fairway #4: (check expected this week )
Fairway #4: ( half available )
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Fairway #5: (check expected this week (may be half or full) )
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Fairway #6: ( half available )
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Fairway #7: ADAM, EMILY and VINCENT JOHNSON, Half Fairway ($250 recvd)
Fairway #7: ( half available )
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Fairway #8: ( available )
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Fairway #9: Disc Fanatics of Kansas (* half or full yet to be determined)
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REMINDER, organizations and individuals can be Fairway Sponsors. If you want to be a Fairway Sponsor, or you have identified an organization or individual who is seriously interested in being a Fairway Sponsor, please contact me (Rick Petrie) ASAP.

* = The club, DFOK, may sponsor a Half or a Full fairway if unexpected expenses arise. This is yet to be determined.

Sincerely,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   May 11 at 11:12pm

Last Weekend's Final Financial Numbers.

One week later, all the numbers are finally in. Here’s the financial stats regarding last weekend’s DFOK Fundraising Disc Golf Tournament. $295 raised in player entry fees (59 players x $5 per player = $295) $125 raised in optional “dot dollar” mulligan donations (23 players X $5 per player = $115) $ 20 donation in kind from a player. -------- $430 dollars raised by the DFOK Fundraising Disc Golf Tournament! Also newsworthy on Saturday was the presentation of the funds genera ... more

One week later, all the numbers are finally in.

Here’s the financial stats regarding last weekend’s DFOK Fundraising Disc Golf Tournament.
$295 raised in player entry fees (59 players x $5 per player = $295)
$125 raised in optional “dot dollar” mulligan donations (23 players X $5 per player = $115)
$ 20 donation in kind from a player.
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$430 dollars raised by the DFOK Fundraising Disc Golf Tournament!

Also newsworthy on Saturday was the presentation of the funds generated by this winter’s DFOK Glow League. Each player at this winter's glow league was encouraged to donate $1, per round attended, to further disc golf in the area. The result of these donations totaled $61.

When all added up, the weekend resulted in raising a total of $491 for the Fairmont Park Disc Golf Expansion Project!

Thank you to all who participated in last weekend’s DFOK tournament, and this winter’s DFOK glow league!

Rick Petrie   May 8 at 10:36am

Serve Thunderstorm WARNING Reminder

Here we are again with a potential of thunderstorms in the forecast for tonight.

Remember, the usual Warner Wednesday league activities will be CANCELED if the following occurs
1. National Weather Service issues a Severe Weather WARNING.
2. Notable lightning in the area.
Both of these apply if they occur just prior to the normal start to, or during, the league round.

However, if it's only rain the league events will be played as scheduled.

Rick Petrie   April 28 at 8:27pm

Project Update: Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign

Just a few days into our Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign we have already received funds to sponsor a fairway! The first official Sponsor is Mark Kewley. He turned in his check Saturday. Thank you Mark! Mark has chosen to be a Half Fairway Sponsor of #1. Thus here's where we stand as of right now. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Fairway #1: Mark Kewley, Half Fairway ($250) Fairway #1: ------------------------------------------------------------ ... more

Just a few days into our Fairmont Fairway Sponsorship Campaign we have already received funds to sponsor a fairway!

The first official Sponsor is Mark Kewley. He turned in his check Saturday. Thank you Mark!

Mark has chosen to be a Half Fairway Sponsor of #1.
Thus here's where we stand as of right now.
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Fairway #1: Mark Kewley, Half Fairway ($250)
Fairway #1:
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Fairway #2: (half or full available)
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Fairway #3: (half or full available)
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Fairway #4: (half or full available)
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Fairway #5: (half or full available)
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Fairway #6: (half or full available)
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Fairway #7: (half or full available)
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Fairway #8: (half or full available)
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Fairway #9: (half or full available)
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Organizations and individuals can be Fairway Sponsors. It is our responsibility to find them. If you identify an organization or individual who is seriously interested in being a Fairway Sponsor, please contact me (Rick Petrie) ASAP, so I can get a copy of our project Information Sheet & the Sponsorship Form to you.

(Also, please contact me if you know of a business that has said "NO". That way we can politely pass the word they have already "opted out".)

Sincerely,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   April 26 at 1:37am

Fairmont Course Expansion - Fairway Sponsorship Campaign

This week the Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course Expansion Project took a very important step forward. The Riley County Commission officially approved us to begin our Sponsorship Fundraising Campaign for the project. Here are the basics of our Sponsorship Fundraising Campaign. Riley County Parks and the Disc Fanatics of Kansas are both going to be purchasing equipment for the expansion project. Our club is responsible for raising $4500 in order to cover what we’ve agreed to fund. In order t ... more

This week the Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course Expansion Project took a very important step forward. The Riley County Commission officially approved us to begin our Sponsorship Fundraising Campaign for the project.

Here are the basics of our Sponsorship Fundraising Campaign.
Riley County Parks and the Disc Fanatics of Kansas are both going to be purchasing equipment for the expansion project. Our club is responsible for raising $4500 in order to cover what we’ve agreed to fund.

In order to raise the $4500 amount, we are offering Fairway Sponsorship opportunities.
Depending on the sponsorship amount, contributors may be recognized on our new main course sign and on a tee sign for one fairway. The fee to sponsor a “full fairway” is $500, the fee to sponsor a “half fairway” is $250. Recognition of other sponsorship levels will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

Checks will be made payable to “Riley County Parks”, with "Disc Golf" on the memo line. Sponsorship opportunities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Organizations and individuals can be Fairway Sponsors. It is our responsibility to find them. If you identify an organization or individual who is seriously interested in being a Fairway Sponsor, please contact me (Rick Petrie) ASAP, so I can get a copy of our project Information Sheet & the Sponsorship Form to you.

Sincerely,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   April 18 at 9:27pm

Fairmont Workday This Saturday, April 20th.

Are you excited about the Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course expansion project? Do you want to learn more about it? Do you want to help bring it closer to reality? If so, please consider attending this Saturday's course workday. WHO: You and your fellow disc golfers. Bring other friends too... anybody can be helpful. WHAT: Continue working on fairways #2 & #6, plus some minor work on a couple other fairways. WHEN: Saturday, April 20th, 9am until ____. (Come & go when you can. Any help will ... more

Are you excited about the Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course expansion project?
Do you want to learn more about it? Do you want to help bring it closer to reality?

If so, please consider attending this Saturday's course workday.

WHO: You and your fellow disc golfers. Bring other friends too... anybody can be helpful.
WHAT: Continue working on fairways #2 & #6, plus some minor work on a couple other fairways.
WHEN: Saturday, April 20th, 9am until ____. (Come & go when you can. Any help will be appreciated).
WHERE: Park in the WEST large parking lot, then walk south down the new #1 tunnel fairway to the work area.
HOW: Continue our work cleaning up fairways. Consider wearing gloves & long pants as you'll be working with brush & trash.

Are you new to disc golf or new to the area? Feel free to join us too.

See you Saturday.

Rick

Rick Petrie   April 3 at 11:09pm

Fairmont Work Evening, Thursday April 4th.

Hello All, Sorry for the short notice, but if you are willing & able, more work can be done at Fairmont Park... Thursday night! The weather is going to be great, the Riley County Parks department has approved what we're doing there (with direction), so we can get on it again now. Here's the details. - Thursday Night from 5:00pm until 8:00pm (approx.). Come & go as you can, any time amount will be helpful! - Bring gloves & plenty of water. - Park in the large (west) parking lot, then ... more

Hello All,
Sorry for the short notice, but if you are willing & able, more work can be done at Fairmont Park... Thursday night!

The weather is going to be great, the Riley County Parks department has approved what we're doing there (with direction), so we can get on it again now.

Here's the details.
- Thursday Night from 5:00pm until 8:00pm (approx.). Come & go as you can, any time amount will be helpful!
- Bring gloves & plenty of water.
- Park in the large (west) parking lot, then walk straight south down the tunnel fairway to the wooded fairways at the other end. Just look for the other disc golfers/workers. (send me a message if you need better directions).
- Not into heavy lifting? Don't worry, we're just going to be tackling some small light weight stuff tomorrow night. We wouldn't want to overdo ourselves before the Discs Unlimited tournament.

Hope to see you tomorrow night.
Rick

Rick Petrie   March 15 at 1:56pm

FAIRMONT WORKDAY, COURSE DESIGN MEETING, 3 DISC CHALLENGE EVENT.

Please consider marking your calendars for the upcoming Official DFOK events! FAIRMONT WORK DAY - MARCH 17TH (THIS SUNDAY) - 10:00AM THRU MID-AFTERNOON: This will be the first official workday for the Fairmont Park Course Expansion Project. The focus will be to clean out the dead, small & otherwise unwanted material in the wooded fairway (known as #4 or #5). If you want to help, all you need to bring are work gloves & plenty of water. If available, but not required, feel free to bring any la ... more

Please consider marking your calendars for the upcoming Official DFOK events!

FAIRMONT WORK DAY - MARCH 17TH (THIS SUNDAY) - 10:00AM THRU MID-AFTERNOON:
This will be the first official workday for the Fairmont Park Course Expansion Project. The focus will be to clean out the dead, small & otherwise unwanted material in the wooded fairway (known as #4 or #5). If you want to help, all you need to bring are work gloves & plenty of water. If available, but not required, feel free to bring any lawn maintenance hand tools (non-powered) that you may have. It is a come & go as you can event. Any amount of time will be helpful.

COURSE DESIGN MEETING - MARCH 25TH 5:30PM - LUTHERAN CAMPUS MINISTRY BLDG. 1745 ANDERSON AVE:
This will be the meeting in which we finalize the Fairmont Course Expansion layout, and any changes to the current course. All of the recently displayed fairways will be analyzed & considered, then a hybrid layout will be created containing the best elements of the above mentioned fairways. After our final layout is agreed upon, it will be submitted to the Riley County Parks Dept. for their review & comments/adjustment(s).

MILLENNIUM GOLF DISCS - 3 DISC CHALLENGE TOURNAMENT - FAIRMONT PARK FUNDRAISER - SATURDAY MAY 4TH:
Discs Unlimited & Disc Fanatics of Kansas will be co-hosting a Millennium Discs “3 Disc Challenge” Tournament as a fund raiser for our Fairmont Park course expansion project. The details of this event are still being formulated, but the basics are as follows. For an entry fee of $25, each player will receive 3 new Millennium discs of their choice (mold & weight) in which they must use during this fund raising tournament. Two rounds of 18 holes will be played at Fairmont Park. One round will be a singles round, the other round will be a triples round (3 person teams), while incorporating some unique rules to add to the fun. Stay tuned for additional tournament details.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to post them here or look me up.

Sincerely, Rick

Rick Petrie   March 2 at 3:57pm

Fairmont Design - Week 6 Concept Course!

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 6 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Earlier today (Sat.) Adam Johnson's proposed course layout was installed. Please find some free time to get out and see this week's concept. The concept course layouts are also on display here. --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/93036070@N02/ Please remember this is a DESIGN process so some fairways are very rough in places, or even unplayable. NOTE: This week's layout is entered n ... more

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 6 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Earlier today (Sat.) Adam Johnson's proposed course layout was installed.

Please find some free time to get out and see this week's concept. The concept course layouts are also on display here. --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/93036070@N02/ Please remember this is a DESIGN process so some fairways are very rough in places, or even unplayable.

NOTE: This week's layout is entered near the existing #3 tee box, then exiting west of existing #2.

1. Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ended)
2. Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (ended)
3. Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15 (ended)
4. Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22 (ended)
5. ICE BOWL Set-Up: 2/23 thru 3/1
6. Adam Johnson: 3/2 thru 3/8 (CURRENT)
7. Rick Petrie [Reverse]: 3/9 thru 3/15
8. ( open ): 3/16 thru 3/22
9. ( open ): 3/23 thru 3/29
Note: Additional dates can be added if necessary.

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Once the initial design process described above is complete, a FINAL DFOK course design will be created in a group setting. This final DFOK course design will likely be a "hybrid" of multiple concept courses by combining the best features identified in the weekly concept course process.

After that, the DFOK final course design will be presented to Riley County for their review and comments. Undoubtedly, Riley County will require some adjustments. However those should be minimal as we have been working within many of their pre-described area limitations.

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   February 16 at 3:21pm

Fairmont Design - Week 4 Concept Course!

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 4 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Earlier today (Sat.) Kevin Clouse's proposed course layout was installed. Please find some free time to check out this week's concept. The concept course layouts are also on display here. --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/93036070@N02/ Please remember this is a DESIGN process so some fairways are very rough in places, or even unplayable. Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ended) Jon Tvei ... more

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 4 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Earlier today (Sat.) Kevin Clouse's proposed course layout was installed.

Please find some free time to check out this week's concept. The concept course layouts are also on display here. --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/93036070@N02/ Please remember this is a DESIGN process so some fairways are very rough in places, or even unplayable.

Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ended)
Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (ended)
Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15 (ended)
Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22 (CURRENT)
LCM ICE BOWL: 2/23
( open ): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up after end of Ice Bowl)
Adam Johnson: 3/2 thru 3/8
( open ): 3/9 thru 3/15
Note: Additional dates can be added if necessary.

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Once the initial design process described above is complete, a FINAL DFOK course design will be created in a group setting. This final DFOK course design will likely be a "hybrid" of multiple concept courses by combining the best features identified in the weekly concept course process.

After that, the DFOK final course design will be presented to Riley County for their review and comments. Undoubtedly, Riley County will require some adjustments. However those should be minimal as we have been working within many of their pre-described area limitations.

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   February 9 at 11:32pm

Fairmont Design - Week 3 Concept Course!

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 3 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Early this morning (Sat.) Mark Kewley's proposed course layout was installed. Please find some free time to check out this week's concept. The proposed course layouts are also on display here. --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/93036070@N02/ Please remember this is a DESIGN process so some fairways are very rough in places. Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ended) Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/ ... more

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 3 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Early this morning (Sat.) Mark Kewley's proposed course layout was installed.

Please find some free time to check out this week's concept. The proposed course layouts are also on display here. --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/93036070@N02/ Please remember this is a DESIGN process so some fairways are very rough in places.

Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ended)
Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (ended)
Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15 (CURRENT)
Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22
LCM ICE BOWL: 2/23
( open ): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up after end of Ice Bowl)
Adam Johnson: 3/2 thru 3/8
( open ): 3/9 thru 3/15, if needed.
Note: Additional dates can be added if proven to be necessary.

There is limited time and/or need for additional course concepts. So if you are working on a unique layout, please submit (via e-mail) your proposed course map to [email disguise] ASAP to get on the schedule.

Fairmont concept courses played as part of the 2012 Summer Tuesday Doubles League (b/c of Country Stampede relocation) and the 2013 LCM Ice Bowl will also serve as test courses played when deciding on FINAL layout options.

Rick Petrie   February 7 at 11:15pm

Fairmont Design - Week 2 Wrapping Up!

Reminder: The Week #2 Concept course time is winding down. Be sure to check it out by day's end, Friday 2/8. The next Concept Course will be set-up early Saturday morning. Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ENDED) Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (ENDING Friday!) Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15 Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22 LCM ICE BOWL: 2/23 ( open ): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up after end of Ice Bowl) Adam Johnson: 3/2 thru 3/8 ( * open ): ... Date ranges marked as " (open) " are available on a first ... more

Reminder: The Week #2 Concept course time is winding down.
Be sure to check it out by day's end, Friday 2/8.
The next Concept Course will be set-up early Saturday morning.

Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ENDED)
Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (ENDING Friday!)
Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15
Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22
LCM ICE BOWL: 2/23
( open ): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up after end of Ice Bowl)
Adam Johnson: 3/2 thru 3/8
( * open ): ...

Date ranges marked as " (open) " are available on a first come basis. Please submit (via e-mail) your proposed course map to [email disguise] to get on the schedule. * Additional weeks can be added to the schedule if necessary.

Rick Petrie   February 6 at 2:00pm

Fairmont Design - Weekly Schedule Update

Yes, the Fairmont Design process is still underway. As you'll see below, Adam Johnson has been added to the schedule. As of right now there are still openings for YOU to display a course concept YOU created (see list & information below). The temporary signs marking general Tee & Basket locations are very visible (brightly colored) and will be in place all week of each week. Please find some free time each week to go check out each week's concept. (Note, please remember this is a design p ... more

Yes, the Fairmont Design process is still underway.

As you'll see below, Adam Johnson has been added to the schedule. As of right now there are still openings for YOU to display a course concept YOU created (see list & information below).

The temporary signs marking general Tee & Basket locations are very visible (brightly colored) and will be in place all week of each week. Please find some free time each week to go check out each week's concept. (Note, please remember this is a design process so fairways may be very rough in places... )


Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ENDED)
Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (CURRENT)
Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15
Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22
LCM ICE BOWL: 2/23
( open ): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up after end of Ice Bowl)
Adam Johnson: 3/2 thru 3/8
( * open ): ...

Date ranges marked as " (open) " are available on a first come basis. Please submit (via e-mail) your proposed course map to [email disguise] to get on the schedule. * Additional weeks can be added to the schedule if nessarry.

Rick Petrie   February 2 at 1:34pm

Fairmont Design - Week 2 Concept Course!

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 2 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Early this morning (Sat.) Jon Tveite's proposed course layout signage was installed. The signs marking general Tee & Basket locations are very visible (brightly colored) and will be in place all week. Please find some free time this week to go check out this week's concept. (Note, please remember this is a design process so fairways may be very rough in places... ) As of right now ... more

This Saturday marks the beginning of WEEK 2 of the Weekly Concept Course stage of our Fairmont Design process. Early this morning (Sat.) Jon Tveite's proposed course layout signage was installed.

The signs marking general Tee & Basket locations are very visible (brightly colored) and will be in place all week. Please find some free time this week to go check out this week's concept. (Note, please remember this is a design process so fairways may be very rough in places... )

As of right now there are still openings for YOU to display a course concept YOU created (see list below). Please contact me ASAP to schedule a week for your layout.

Rick Petrie: 1/28 thru 2/1 (ENDED)
Jon Tveite: 2/2 thru 2/8 (CURRENT)
Mark Kewley: 2/9 thru 2/15
Kevin Clouse : 2/16 thru 2/22
LCM ICE BOWL: 2/23
( open ): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up after end of Ice Bowl if 3/2 thru 3/8 is taken)
( open ) 3/2 thru 3/8


Date ranges marked as " (open) " are available on a first come basis. Please submit (via e-mail) your proposed course map to [email disguise] to get on the schedule.

Fairmont concept courses played as part of the 2012 Tuesday Doubles League (b/c of Country Stampede relocation) and the 2013 LCM Ice Bowl will also serve as test courses played when deciding on FINAL layout options.

Additional dates can be added if proven to be absolutely necessary.

Kevin RevKev Clark   January 30 at 6:17pm

LCM Ice Bowl, Saturday February 23rd

Get yourselves registered for the LCM Ice Bowl. 14 Players Packages have already been claimed. If you want a "Will Disc Golf for Food" T-shirt, download the pledge form at KSULCM.ORG and get fundraising.

Registration and more info at http://ksulcm.org/f/docs/IceBowl.html

Rick Petrie   January 29 at 9:17am

Fairmont Design - Weekly Concept Courses

The following schedule has been established for conceptual course testing. Rick: 1/28 thru 2/1 ... (set-up will be back in place by end of today) Jon: 2/2 thru 2/8 Mark: 2/9 thru 2/15 (open): 2/16 thru 2/22 ICE BOWL: 2/23 (open): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up directly after end of Ice Bowl) (open) 3/2 thru 3/8 Date ranges marked as " (open) " are available on a first come basis. Please submit (via e-mail) your proposed course map to discfanaticsofkansas@gmail.com to get on the schedule ... more

The following schedule has been established for conceptual course testing.

Rick: 1/28 thru 2/1 ... (set-up will be back in place by end of today)
Jon: 2/2 thru 2/8
Mark: 2/9 thru 2/15
(open): 2/16 thru 2/22
ICE BOWL: 2/23
(open): 2/23 thru 3/1 .... (set-up directly after end of Ice Bowl)
(open) 3/2 thru 3/8

Date ranges marked as " (open) " are available on a first come basis. Please submit (via e-mail) your proposed course map to [email disguise] to get on the schedule.

Fairmont concept courses played as part of the 2012 Tuesday Doubles League (b/c of Country Stampede relocation) will also serve as test courses played when deciding on FINAL layout options.

Additional dates can be added if proven to be absolutely necessary.

Rick Petrie   January 28 at 11:48pm

Fairmont Design - Weekly Concept Courses

In order to maximize the number of conceptual layouts we can “test” on site, earlier today I obtained permission from Riley County to move forward in a different manner than we have been. Assuming more layouts are forthcoming from players, the following change in our process is going to be implemented. This basic process worked well to design the existing Warner Park course and should work well at Fairmont Park too. Especially if people submit their concepts in time to be installed for te ... more

In order to maximize the number of conceptual layouts we can “test” on site, earlier today I obtained permission from Riley County to move forward in a different manner than we have been.

Assuming more layouts are forthcoming from players, the following change in our process is going to be implemented. This basic process worked well to design the existing Warner Park course and should work well at Fairmont Park too. Especially if people submit their concepts in time to be installed for testing (see below).

Each Saturday morning, for the next 6 weeks or so, a new course concept will be “installed” by placing our large “basket” and “tee” signs. No baskets should be necessary for analyzing these preliminary course designs. The signs will remain in place for each layout for an entire week… then moved to a new proposed layout on the following Saturday morning. (Of course, the Saturday of the LCM Ice Bowl we will defer to that layout).

Once we have exhausted all the layouts that have been proposed, presumably by the first week of March, we will then set down as a group in a meeting format to create a hybrid course that contains the best elements as possible. The exact date & time of this meeting is not yet set. After we as a group establish our preferred layout, it will then need to be submitted to Riley County for their review, comments & alterations.

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Considering daylight is now lasting to approx. 6pm each night, one week should provide everyone with time to see/play each conceptual layout at their convenience… in large or small groups... maybe even multiple times during those weeks.

Please be mindful that these signs will be left un-attended. Therefore DFOK members that find them out of place will need help by putting them back in their designated place for that week.

To find out the parameters & limitations Riley County has set for our expansion area, plus to reserve a week for your concept to be installed, contact myself (Rick Petrie).

In closing, YES course design takes time & can be frustrating. However, it will be worth it in the end.

Sincerely,
Rick

P.S. Please feel free to post questions as I’m sure the above information may be confusing or incomplete.

Mark Kewley   January 28 at 10:05pm

Glow League Update

Weather doesn't look too bad Tuesday night. Come out and play: http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_WINTER_Glow_League

Rick Petrie   January 27 at 9:30am

Fairmont Design Day Reminder

Despite the overnight rain, and continued overcast weather, today's Design Day is still scheduled to take place today (Jan. 27th).

So, please consider coming out to Fairmont Park and help us consider multiple course expansion options. It is an "open house" style event, so feel free to come & go as you wish throughout the afternoon as there will be a temp course layout set-up all afternoon.

See you soon.
Rick

P.S. If you cannot attend today's event, stay posted here to find out when the next "Design Day" will take place.

Rick Petrie   January 23 at 11:35pm

Fairmont Park Next Nine: Design & Test Stage

Starting this Sunday, January 27th, the Disc Fanatics of Kansas will once again begin working on designing & testing layouts in the "next nine" course expansion area. This will be a trial & error process that will give lots of people an opportunity to play & suggest multiple options... including you! WHO: Local disc golfers. WHAT: Bring your portable basket to help create a temporary course for the afternoon. WHEN: 1:00pm basket set-up. Casual Play to follow directly... approx. 1:30pm - 1:4 ... more

Starting this Sunday, January 27th, the Disc Fanatics of Kansas will once again begin working on designing & testing layouts in the "next nine" course expansion area. This will be a trial & error process that will give lots of people an opportunity to play & suggest multiple options... including you!

WHO: Local disc golfers.
WHAT: Bring your portable basket to help create a temporary course for the afternoon.
WHEN: 1:00pm basket set-up. Casual Play to follow directly... approx. 1:30pm - 1:45pm?
WHERE: Fairmont Park expansion area, beginning southwest of existing fairway #2.
HOW: Play the temporary course layout as it is set-up on this Sunday.
Play a different layout set-up in two weeks (Sunday, Feb. 10th) to see even more options.
More lay-outs will be tested if needed in following weeks until we create a consensus best layout...

So if you can attend this Sunday, Jan. 27th, get your portable basket ready and come to the Fairmont Park expansion area.
Stay tuned for more specific details & instructions regarding this event in the following days.

See you soon!

Rick Petrie   January 20 at 11:32pm

DFOK Meeting - Monday, Jan. 21st

DFOK Meeting Reminder - Tomorrow night at 6:30pm The time has come to begin rolling up our sleeves and start working on the Fairmont Park project. This is a preliminary meeting to begin brainstorming some of the subjects that go with building a disc golf course. The subjects to be discussed are as follows: 1. The parameters that Riley County has put on the expansion area. (The okay areas & off limits areas, plus the direction of fairways in the okay areas) 2. Ways to review proposed ... more

DFOK Meeting Reminder - Tomorrow night at 6:30pm

The time has come to begin rolling up our sleeves and start working on the Fairmont Park project. This is a preliminary meeting to begin brainstorming some of the subjects that go with building a disc golf course.

The subjects to be discussed are as follows:
1. The parameters that Riley County has put on the expansion area.
(The okay areas & off limits areas, plus the direction of fairways in the okay areas)
2. Ways to review proposed course layouts of club members.
3. Ways to install temporary course layouts at the course (& for how long).
4. Hosting "league" events (with baskets) with the temporary course set-ups.
5. How to create a hybrid course layout from everybody's best ideas.
6. Workday labor needs of the expansion project.
7. Fundraising needs of the expansion project.

The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck Meeting Room (upstairs) at the Manhattan Public Library.
The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in downtown Manhattan.

Hope to see you tomorrow night.

Mark Kewley   January 7 at 7:09pm

Dust off your glow discs!

See you at Fairmont tomorrow night.
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_WINTER_Glow_League

Mark Kewley   December 17 at 11:32pm

No Glow :(

Many of the regular glow league players have conflicts tomorrow night. Austin and I decided to remove Tuesday the 18th from the schedule. Next Tuesday is Christmas and is also off the schedule. See you for the first glow round of the year on January 1 2013.

Mark Kewley   December 17 at 7:15pm

Will you be at glow league tomorrow?

Quite a few people have mentioned that they will not be at glow league Tuesday night. If you are planning to be there let me know. If there is not enough interest we might skip this week.

Mark Kewley   December 11 at 11:08pm

Glow League Update

Since the Glow League is all about having fun, the group had a discussion tonight about what weather conditions are not fun.

It was decided that if the wind chill is below 0 degrees Fahrenheit we will pass on the golf. In addition rain or freezing rain cancels glow league because neither one are fun when it is dark and cold.

Snow is ok. It should be really fun in the snow.

If in doubt, check Disc Golf Scene. If league is canceled it will be on the DFOK talk page by 5:00pm.

Rick Petrie   December 3 at 10:56pm

Warner & Fairmont Project Updates.

The last few weeks have been eventful for both the Warner Park and Fairmont Park projects. WARNER PARK (City): A leadership contingency from this club has been working towards obtaining approval to proceed with Phase II of the Warner Park course. This Phase II would amount to adding 9 more holes to the Warner Park course. No specific course layouts have been proposed, primarily because we first need to get the City comfortable with the general concept of using more of the park for disc golf. ... more

The last few weeks have been eventful for both the Warner Park and Fairmont Park projects.

WARNER PARK (City): A leadership contingency from this club has been working towards obtaining approval to proceed with Phase II of the Warner Park course. This Phase II would amount to adding 9 more holes to the Warner Park course. No specific course layouts have been proposed, primarily because we first need to get the City comfortable with the general concept of using more of the park for disc golf.
After making a presentation at the November Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting, plus discussing the subject at both the November and December meetings, getting the City comfortable with more disc golf in the park is not going to go quickly. Good news is the board and the City believe disc golf is a positive thing in Warner Park, however some additional public process steps will need to be taken before anything else can be constructed in that park. Stay tuned for additional project information as it becomes available.

FAIRMONT PARK (Riley Co.): Last week I met with a Riley County representative to walk the expected expansion area of Fairmont Park. This was the first on-site meeting with a county official to view the expansion area. Like above, no proposed course layout has been submitted to the governing body of this park. This meeting was used to take very close looks at property boundaries, general fairway angles, and the possibility of building in some of the parks heavily wooded areas. This meeting proved to be very productive for both parties.
The next steps on this project are as follows. The County will discuss the project at the next Riley County Parks Board meeting, plus they will discuss the potential fairway areas with the adjoining property owners. I was told no disc golfers need to attend that board meeting. After we hear back from them we will be able use their feedback to to begin our work in finalizing our course layout... We may, or may not, be required to present our course proposal to the Riley County Commission. Stay tuned for additional project information as it becomes available.

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   December 3 at 10:49am

Future of Warner Park Phase II

Hello All Please remember that the possibility of building Phase II (9 more holes) at the Warner Park Disc Golf couse will be further discussed at tonight's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation AdvIsory Board meetIng. Please attend this meeting to show your support for the project & our sport in general. What transpires tonight will play a very important role in the future of the sport in that park, and in Manhattan in general. With that in mind, your attendance tonight will go a long way in ... more

Hello All
Please remember that the possibility of building Phase II (9 more holes) at the Warner Park Disc Golf couse will be further discussed at tonight's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation AdvIsory Board meetIng. Please attend this meeting to show your support for the project & our sport in general.

What transpires tonight will play a very important role in the future of the sport in that park, and in Manhattan in general. With that in mind, your attendance tonight will go a long way in showing how important it is to our community to have the necessary disc golf facilities.

Here's the details.
When: Monday Dec. 3rd. 4:30pm
Where: Manhattan City Hall @ 12th & Poyntz Ave. (City Commission Room)

See you soon
Rick

Rick Petrie   November 29 at 8:54pm

Warner Park Project Update.

As you may already know, a presentation was given to the City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (Nov. 5th) regarding adding onto the existing 9 hole Warner Park Disc Golf Course to make it an 18 hole course. It was a great presentation and was well received by the Parks Board. Due to time restraints, the subject was tabled until this Monday’s December meeting (Dec. 3rd). http://www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/index.aspx?NID=474 The strong showing of disc golf supporters at the November ... more

As you may already know, a presentation was given to the City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (Nov. 5th) regarding adding onto the existing 9 hole Warner Park Disc Golf Course to make it an 18 hole course. It was a great presentation and was well received by the Parks Board. Due to time restraints, the subject was tabled until this Monday’s December meeting (Dec. 3rd). http://www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/index.aspx?NID=474

The strong showing of disc golf supporters at the November meeting certainly made an impact. As an example, the board chairperson welcomed us while smiling and saying “We have a large audience today. More than I think I have ever seen here. I understand it has to do with disc golf.” With that in mind, it would be wise to once again have a strong showing at the next meeting. It would be even better if we could have MORE in attendance than last month. Please attend if you can.

Here’s the Meeting Details:
WHO: YOU and anyone else who might be interested.
WHAT: A meeting at City Hall about disc golf.
WHEN: Monday, December 3rd. 4:30pm Start time. However, feel free to slip in the back a little late if needed.
WHERE: Manhattan City Hall Commission Room, located at 12th & Poyntz Avenue, across from City Park (the Johnny Kaw Statue).

See you soon,
Rick

Rick Petrie   November 16 at 11:42pm

Winter Points League Start - This Sunday (Nov. 18th)

Reminder: The START of the DFOK Winter Points League is this Sunday afternoon. WHO: You. Join in the fun as we're all starting fresh with ZERO points. (but you can join any time). WHAT: Winter Points League (Plus an official bag tag league round). WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 18th (The 1st & 3rd Sunday's of each month thru the winter). ------->> Tee Time 1:30pm, come plenty early to get checked in & warmed up prior to tee time. WHERE: Warner Park. DETAILS: All you need to enter is a 2012-2013 DFOK ... more

Reminder: The START of the DFOK Winter Points League is this Sunday afternoon.
WHO: You. Join in the fun as we're all starting fresh with ZERO points. (but you can join any time).
WHAT: Winter Points League (Plus an official bag tag league round).
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 18th (The 1st & 3rd Sunday's of each month thru the winter).
------->> Tee Time 1:30pm, come plenty early to get checked in & warmed up prior to tee time.
WHERE: Warner Park.

DETAILS: All you need to enter is a 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag, then declare what division to compete in for the Winter Season. Veteran Players, Please take a close look at your average score from the Summer Season to determine your Winter Season division. New Players, Bring your discs and the one time $5 entry fee, then we'll walk you through the rest.

See you Sunday.

Rick

( For more info, click here. http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_WINTER_Points_League )

Rick Petrie   November 5 at 9:29pm

Post Meeting Thanks & Thoughts

Thank you to everyone who attended, signed our Letter of Support, provided photos, etc. for tonight's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting. Your support sent a very clear message that we are a group of positive & active people who want to help improve our community. For those of you who did not attend, a brief summary of the meeting is that we are not yet in the clear to proceed building Phase II. Nor did we expect to achieve that sort of go ahead tonight. Rather we exp ... more

Thank you to everyone who attended, signed our Letter of Support, provided photos, etc. for tonight's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting. Your support sent a very clear message that we are a group of positive & active people who want to help improve our community.

For those of you who did not attend, a brief summary of the meeting is that we are not yet in the clear to proceed building Phase II. Nor did we expect to achieve that sort of go ahead tonight. Rather we expected to make a strong case for all the positives surrounding disc golf in Warner Park, plus in the Manhattan area.

The Parks & Recreation board was very impressed with our attendance and received our multi-prong message well. Of course they also had some questions, then stated they needed some additional time to think about the topic. With that in mind, we will be going back before this board again in an upcoming month to further address any questions or concerns.

To stay up to date on this topic, and to find out how you can help with upcoming project needs, keep your eyes on these DFOK news flashes.

Sincerely,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   November 4 at 10:22pm

Nine More Holes at Warner Park? Show Your Support.

Okay everyone, tomorrow is the day. Having a lot of people in attendance at tomorrow's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting is the next step in helping bring 9 additional disc golf holes to the Warner Park disc golf course. WHO: YOU and anyone else who might be interested. WHAT: A meeting at City Hall about disc golf. WHEN: Tomorrow, Monday, November 5th. 4:30pm Start time. However, feel free to slip in the back a little late if needed. WHERE: Manhattan City Hall ... more

Okay everyone, tomorrow is the day.

Having a lot of people in attendance at tomorrow's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting is the next step in helping bring 9 additional disc golf holes to the Warner Park disc golf course.

WHO: YOU and anyone else who might be interested.
WHAT: A meeting at City Hall about disc golf.
WHEN: Tomorrow, Monday, November 5th. 4:30pm Start time. However, feel free to slip in the back a little late if needed.
WHERE: Manhattan City Hall Commission Room, located at 12th & Poyntz Avenue, across from City Park (the Johnny Kaw Statue).

See you soon.

Rick

Rick Petrie   October 31 at 12:45am

Come show your support for 9 more holes at the Warner Park Course.

Do you support building 9 more holes, also known as Phase II, at Manhattan's Warner Park disc golf course? If your answer is YES, keep reading. If you want to help, please consider showing your support for Phase II by attending Monday's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting. You will not be required to speak. However, by simply being in attendance you will send a clear message that you support this project (because very few people typically attend these monthly meetings) ... more

Do you support building 9 more holes, also known as Phase II, at Manhattan's Warner Park disc golf course? If your answer is YES, keep reading.

If you want to help, please consider showing your support for Phase II by attending Monday's City of Manhattan Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting. You will not be required to speak. However, by simply being in attendance you will send a clear message that you support this project (because very few people typically attend these monthly meetings).

Here's the Meeting Details.
WHO: Anyone who supports disc golf. In other words, all disc golfers, plus friends & family of disc golfers should attend.
WHAT: A presentation to the Board about Warner Park's disc golf history, information about it's current use, and of course requesting to move forward with Phase II of the project.
WHEN: Monday, November 5th at 4:30pm.
WHERE: 1101 Poyntz Avenue, in the City Hall City Commission Room (west side of building).

Can't make it to the meeting? Have you ever taken time off work, skipped class, etc. to go play disc golf? If so, maybe you can also find a way to attend this meeting...

Are you still sure you can't attend the meeting? Okay. You can still help the cause by signing our club Letter of Support for Phase II of the Warner Park disc golf course. This letter will be submitted to the City of Manhattan at the above described meeting. (f.y.i. we currently have approx. 120 signatures). In order to find a time to sign the Letter of Support, send a note to me ( at http://www.discgolfscene.com/profile/1365 ) so we can make arrangements to meet.

I look forward to seeing all of you at the Nov. 5th meeting.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerly,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   October 21 at 1:06pm

Ace Race & Swap Meet Post Event Thanks!

Thanks again to all volunteers and participants involved in yesterday's Swap Meet & Ace Race event. Your hard work & participation made this event fun for all. There was a very solid turnout of players / club members participating in the Swap Meet. Countless trades & sales were made, getting unwanted discs in the hands of people who want them. Considering the popularity of the Swap Meet, might we need two per year? We'll see. Of course there was the actual Ace Race course. The list of part ... more

Thanks again to all volunteers and participants involved in yesterday's Swap Meet & Ace Race event. Your hard work & participation made this event fun for all.

There was a very solid turnout of players / club members participating in the Swap Meet. Countless trades & sales were made, getting unwanted discs in the hands of people who want them. Considering the popularity of the Swap Meet, might we need two per year? We'll see.

Of course there was the actual Ace Race course. The list of participants contained 48 people, including players from Kansas City, Overland Park, Lenexa, McPherson, Fort Riley, Wamego, and of course Manhattan. Thanks to the flexible rules of the Discraft Ace Race format, the temp. course came together nicely including some very fun and "Aceable" holes. Thank You to ALL players who brought their basket(s). It was much appreciated! Because these gracious players, the course included one ground level basket, one hanging basket, one 8' tall basket, and a big finish 18th hole with a bank of 7 baskets in front of a baseball backstop! Also because of the flexible format, participants were encouraged to request who they wanted to play with. Thanks to the friendly nature of all participants in attendance, 8 groups of 6 people were easily assembled to take on the course.

Want to show your thanks? One way to show your appreciation is to send your event pics to [email disguise] so they can be posted on our DFOK club Disc Golf Scene and Facebook page.

What about the scores? The official scores will be posted as soon a possible on the tournament page here ---> http://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/2012_Manhattan_Area_Ace_Race

Rick Petrie   October 19 at 6:01pm

Ace Race Schedule Reminder & Additional Details

Greetings on this windy LCM/DFOK Ace Race Eve! Here is a friendly reminder, plus some additional details, about tomorrow's event. EVENT SCHEDULE: Saturday, October 20th, 2012. @ Fairmont Park 10:00a - 12:00p = Disc Golf Swap Meet. 11:00a - 11:15a = Basket Delivery Deadline 12:00p - 1:00p = Ace Race Check-In. 1:00p - 1:15p = Player Meeting. 1:15p --------> = Tee Time (Shot Gun Start). ?:??p --------> = Ace Race Champion Crowned. ?:??p --------> = Prizes Awarded. ------------------ ... more

Greetings on this windy LCM/DFOK Ace Race Eve!

Here is a friendly reminder, plus some additional details, about tomorrow's event.

EVENT SCHEDULE: Saturday, October 20th, 2012. @ Fairmont Park
10:00a - 12:00p = Disc Golf Swap Meet.
11:00a - 11:15a = Basket Delivery Deadline
12:00p - 1:00p = Ace Race Check-In.
1:00p - 1:15p = Player Meeting.
1:15p --------> = Tee Time (Shot Gun Start).
?:??p --------> = Ace Race Champion Crowned.
?:??p --------> = Prizes Awarded.
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Disc Golf Swap Meet: Bring all your discs & all other disc golf gear you're willing to sell or trade. New, Used, and everything in between is welcome. The Swap Meet portion of this event is free & open to the public. So even if you're not registered to play in the Ace Race, you can still buy, sell & trade at the Swap Meet.

Basket Delivery Deadline: If you're bringing a basket to be used in the Ace Race temp. course, you need to deliver your basket by 11:00am so we know what we've got in time to finalize the course. When arriving contact Mark Kewley to find out where to set-up your basket. Then feel free to leave, then return later, after you've delivered your basket.

So, registered or not, come on over to the Swap Meet & Ace Race and have a good time.

Sincerly,
Rick

p.s.
Q: How many baskets do we need?
A: We'll use as many as we can get, so if you have a basket bring it along!
Q: How can we use as many as we can get?
A: In an Ace Race you can have multiple baskets per hole. Since Ace Races the format is pretty informal, baskets can be beside, on top of, etc., each other in order to make it more exciting!

Rick Petrie   September 30 at 9:07pm

Discraft Ace Race Registration DEADLINE

TODAY is the registration DEADLINE for the official Discraft Ace Race, co-sponsored by LCM & DFOK.

The Manhattan area Ace Race is scheduled to be played at Fairmont Park, expanded to 18 "aceable" holes, on October 20th.

To register & pay on-line, click here --> http://ksulcm.org/f/docs/AceRace.html

For you last minute minded disc golfers, the registration page will be active until the wee hours of Monday morning and not much longer... So don't wait too long, or else you won't be playing.

Rick Petrie   September 25 at 11:21pm

Ace Race Registration - Deadline Rapidly Approaching!

The registration deadline for Manhattan's upcoming Discraft Ace Race is rapidly approaching. The registration deadline is THIS SUNDAY, Sept. 30th (only 5 days from today).

Remember, registering & paying in advance is REQUIRED so an official Ace Race player pack will be ordered for you.

To register on-line, click here --> http://ksulcm.org/f/docs/AceRace.html

To register in-person, come to this weeks Warner Wednesday League night. Be sure to bring the exact change of $25. OR contact Rev. Kev. to make arrangements to meet in person at a later date.

Rick Petrie   September 20 at 10:10pm

DFOK / LCM Ace Race On-Line Registration

The Lutheran Campus Ministry (LCM) on-line registration is up & running to take your Manhattan Ace Race registrations. Remember, pre-paying is REQUIRED in order to participate. The registration deadline is Sept. 30th. To go directly to the LCM on-line registration page, click here --> http://ksulcm.org/f/docs/AceRace.html To see the Manhattan Ace Race details, click here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/2012_Manhattan_Area_Ace_Race This is part of a “Global Disc Golf Even ... more

The Lutheran Campus Ministry (LCM) on-line registration is up & running to take your Manhattan Ace Race registrations. Remember, pre-paying is REQUIRED in order to participate. The registration deadline is Sept. 30th.

To go directly to the LCM on-line registration page, click here --> http://ksulcm.org/f/docs/AceRace.html

To see the Manhattan Ace Race details, click here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/2012_Manhattan_Area_Ace_Race

This is part of a “Global Disc Golf Event” that you are not going to want to miss!


For more general Discraft Ace Race information click here --> http://discgolfacerace.com

Rick Petrie   September 17 at 11:04pm

DISCRAFT ACE RACE – MANHATTAN, KS - OCTOBER 20

This fall the Lutheran Campus Ministry and the Disc Fanatics of Kansas are joining together to host a 2012 DISCRAFT ACE RACE disc golf tournament. This is not a typical disc golf tournament! “Each Autumn, disc golfers from around the world gather at their local courses for one purpose: to throw aces! No putting, no approaching... just runnin' at the chains. To add to the challenge and excitement, players all throw the same model disc: a brand new, never-seen-before Discraft prototype disc ... more

This fall the Lutheran Campus Ministry and the Disc Fanatics of Kansas are joining together to host a 2012 DISCRAFT ACE RACE disc golf tournament. This is not a typical disc golf tournament!

“Each Autumn, disc golfers from around the world gather at their local courses for one purpose: to throw aces! No putting, no approaching... just runnin' at the chains.
To add to the challenge and excitement, players all throw the same model disc: a brand new, never-seen-before Discraft prototype disc that is introduced each year especially for Ace Race. Everyone gets a player's pack that includes two discs, a mini, sticker, UV shades and a premium water bottle... your entry fee is still only $25! “ – Discraft, Inc.

- - MANHATTAN EVENT DETAILS - -
WHO: All disc golfers of all skill levels.
WHAT: Official Discraft Ace Race tournament.
WHEN: Saturday, October 20th, 1:00pm (Check-in at 12:00pm).
WHERE: Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course (Manhattan KS) customized to ensure Ace Race excitement!
HOW MUCH: $25 per player. ALL PLAYERS MUST PRE-REGISTER & PRE-PAY BY SEPT. 30TH TO PARTICIPATE.

To get registered, click here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/2012_Manhattan_Area_Ace_Race

This is part of a “Global Disc Golf Event” that you are not going to want to miss!
For more general Discraft Ace Race information click here --> http://discgolfacerace.com/

Rick Petrie   September 14 at 12:18am

Post Meeting Thanks.

Thanks to the dedicated people listed below, tonight's Disc Fanatics of Kansas meeting went very well. A lot of great ideas were shared then discussed at length.

Many definitive plans of action, on multiple projects, were established (by vote) at tonight's meeting. Specific information about these events & projects will be announced (here) in detail in the upcoming days.

Kevin Clouse
Bryce Williams
Josh Carroll
Austin Cranston
Mark Rader
Kevin "RevKev" Clark
Scott Collins
Jon Tveite
Mark Kewley
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   September 13 at 1:36pm

DFOK Meeting Reminder - Tonight at 6:30pm

Just in case it slipped your mind, a DFOK meeting has been scheduled for tonight at 6:30pm.

The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room (upstairs) at the Manhattan Public Library.
The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in downtown Manhattan.

The subjects that need to be addressed are as follows:
1. Co-Hosting a Discraft Ace Race
2. Fall/Winter DFOK Glow League.
3. The next 9 holes for the Fairmont Park course.
4. The next 9 holes to the Warner Park course.
5. Miscellaneous topics, time permitting.

Hope to see you TONIGHT.

Rick Petrie   September 3 at 10:45pm

DFOK Fall Organizational Meeting (#1)

There’s a lot of exciting things going on this fall for the Disc Fanatics of Kansas. Many of these items will require planning & teamwork by DFOK members. Thus, the first of a few DFOK meetings has been scheduled for Thursday, SEPT. 13th, 6:30pm. The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in downtown Manhattan. The subjects that need to be addressed are as follows: 1. Potentially co-hosting a Discr ... more

There’s a lot of exciting things going on this fall for the Disc Fanatics of Kansas. Many of these items will require planning & teamwork by DFOK members.

Thus, the first of a few DFOK meetings has been scheduled for Thursday, SEPT. 13th, 6:30pm. The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in downtown Manhattan.

The subjects that need to be addressed are as follows:
1. Potentially co-hosting a Discraft Ace Race, with the K-State Lutheran Campus Ministry.
2. Finalize the details of the Fall/Winter DFOK Glow League.
3. Establish a plan for designing the next 9 holes for the Fairmont Park course.
4. Modify our tactics to obtain approval for the next 9 holes to the Warner Park course.
5. Miscellaneous topics, time permitting.

See you Thursday, Sept. 13th!

Rick Petrie   August 18 at 3:22pm

Fairmont Park Expansion in the Local News!

This is DFOK News about News, so to speak. If you listen to the local radio news station (1350am KMAN) in the mornings, this week you heard two segments that involve Fairmont Park, and even mentioned us (but they didn't name us by name). BACK STORY: As you may already have heard, the person in charge of the Riley County Parks system, assistant Public Works Director Rod Meredith, retired Friday. If you've ever spoken to him you'd know that he is (was) pleased with, maybe even "proud" to hav ... more

This is DFOK News about News, so to speak.

If you listen to the local radio news station (1350am KMAN) in the mornings, this week you heard two segments that involve Fairmont Park, and even mentioned us (but they didn't name us by name).

BACK STORY: As you may already have heard, the person in charge of the Riley County Parks system, assistant Public Works Director Rod Meredith, retired Friday. If you've ever spoken to him you'd know that he is (was) pleased with, maybe even "proud" to have, a disc golf course at Fairmont Park. So it is probably no surprise that he is (was) working with us to create an additional 9 holes, thus making it a full 18 hole course.

NEWS STORY: When the local news radio station, KMAN 1350am, covered the retirement of Mr. Meredith they discussed many of the Riley County Parks Dept. ongoing & future projects with him. Much to my surprise, the subject of us expanding the course at Fairmont Park was covered in greater detail than anything else at Fairmont Park.

On Tuesday the 14th, Mr. Meredith, plus one county commissioner, were guests on KMAN to talk about Riley County governmental issues. Predictably, they spent a considerable amount of time talking about Mr. Meredith's accomplishments & visions for the future. When he got to the subject of Fairmont Park, he specifically stated that they are in the process of expanding the disc golf course from 9 holes to 18 holes. That was exciting to hear, but nothing more was said. The name of that radio show is In-Focus, here's a link to their on-demand audio ( http://1350kman.com/?p=20669 ).

Then came the KMAN News on Friday the 17th. The interviewer (Cathy Dawes) listed a few potential improvements for Fairmont Park, but the only one she provided any detail about was the disc golf course expansion. She described the current course as "popular with all levels of players, because it's beginner friendly but still provides some challenges for more expireanced players". She then stated that an addition of 9 holes, to make it an 18 hole course, has been approved and is now in the design stage. Then they played an audio clip from Mr. Meredith. In the clip he talked about, (1) working with the local disc golf organization to get an additional 9 holes designed, (2) described the general area of the park we will be using, plus (3) stated that the disc golfers are staking the course layout and practicing it to make sure it plays well.

It was especially nice of Mr. Meredith to make a point of mentioning our project as he approached his retirement, thus setting the stage for us to finish what we've started.

All & all it was a nicely done news segment demonstrating that disc golf is still on the rise in Manhattan.

What will be the next news about Fairmont Park?

Sincerly,
Rick Petrie

p.s. Yes, Rod told me who to work with after his departure. Onward & upward!

Rick Petrie   July 13 at 12:48am

Saturday: Ft. Riley Disc Golf Course Workday

Attention Disc Fanatics of Kansas! Thanks to a lot of hard work and determination by the Ft. Riley contingency of Disc Fanatics of Kansas (DFOK), this Saturday is going to be a big day for disc golf at Ft. Riley. For those of you who have not already heard, a handful of players have received approval for, plus designed, a new disc golf course for Ft. Riley's Moon Lake. This plan came about due to some re-occurring problems with the current disc golf course at the Riley Conference Center. T ... more

Attention Disc Fanatics of Kansas!

Thanks to a lot of hard work and determination by the Ft. Riley contingency of Disc Fanatics of Kansas (DFOK), this Saturday is going to be a big day for disc golf at Ft. Riley.

For those of you who have not already heard, a handful of players have received approval for, plus designed, a new disc golf course for Ft. Riley's Moon Lake. This plan came about due to some re-occurring problems with the current disc golf course at the Riley Conference Center. Thus approval has been granted to "move" the course from the Riley Conference Center to the Moon Lake park.

Here's where you come in. This Saturday, July 14th a work day is being held by your fellow area disc golfers to remove and re-install the baskets (Conference Center to Moon Lake). So, if you have some free time Saturday and are willing to volunteer some sweat equity for a local course, here's your chance. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Who: Anyone
What: Move Disc Golf Baskets
When: Saturday July 14th, 9:00am - Until ?? (come & go as you need)
Where: Riley Conference Center, 9:00am. If you can't get there at 9:00am sharp, when you arrive just look for people removing baskets.
How: Disc Golfers will be removing the baskets, placing them into pick-up trucks, then hauling them & re-installing them at their new locations.
Details: Rob Adams is coordinating this stage of the project, thus he has posted some information on his discgolfscene page ( http://www.discgolfscene.com/profile/20602 ).
Feel free to contact Rob if you have any questions about how you can help.

Saturday's work day is sure to be a historic day for disc golf in the area so all players encouraged to attend/pitch-in.


Sincerely,
Rick Petrie

Rick Petrie   July 4 at 2:44pm

Today's (July 4th) League Results

Due to a hectic Independence Holiday schedule, the League (points & bag tag) results will not be posted until later today or maybe Thursday. Sorry for the delay.

Until then hope you have a safe & enjoyable holiday.

http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_Bag_Tag_League

http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_SUMMER_Points_League

Rick Petrie   July 3 at 11:40pm

9am Independence Day Bag Tag Round

For those of you who want to get in some disc golf, prior to your Independence Day picnics & fireworks, Warner Park will be the place to be.

Who: Players of all skill levels, Men & Women.
What: Bag Tag League (only), no Points. However, players can get signed up for both the 2012-2013 Bag Tag League, and the Points League.
When: 9am Check-In, tee time to follow ASAP.
Where: Warner Park.

Misc: Considering it is a national holiday that a lot of people spend with family, the Independence Day round will not be an Official Points League round.

Hope to see you there.

Rick Petrie   June 27 at 11:14pm

The 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag & Points League Has Begun!

The highly anticipated 2012-2013 Bag Tag League and the Summer Points League is now underway! A total of 17 players (16 official + 1 casual (Josh)) braved this evenings heat to start off the season with a bang. Some of the new twists to the Points League are already providing some entertaining scenarios. Plus, of course, the new DFOK Bag Tags are now out decorating players disc golf bags. If you could not attend this week, that's okay. You can join at any point during the season by attendi ... more

The highly anticipated 2012-2013 Bag Tag League and the Summer Points League is now underway!

A total of 17 players (16 official + 1 casual (Josh)) braved this evenings heat to start off the season with a bang. Some of the new twists to the Points League are already providing some entertaining scenarios. Plus, of course, the new DFOK Bag Tags are now out decorating players disc golf bags.

If you could not attend this week, that's okay. You can join at any point during the season by attending a regularly scheduled Warner Park round. In other words, we hope to see you next week.

If you're eagerly anticipating seeing the scores tonight, I have bad news to report. Due to the volume of data entry to get the new league set-up, I may not get the scores posted until tomorrow evening. Sorry.

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   June 27 at 12:03am

The 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag & Points League starts this WEDNESDAY

Attention disc golfers! Tomorrow, is the START of the 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag & Points League seasons: WHO: Disc Golfers of All skill levels. Yes, including YOU. WHAT: Start of the DFOK Bag Tag League and the DFOK Points League. A.K.A. The "Warner Wednesday" league. WHEN: Wednesday June 26, 2012. 4:30-5:30 Sign-In 5:45 Players Meeting 6:00 Tee Time. WHERE: Warner Park Disc Golf Course in Manhattan, KS. HOW MUCH: $5 One Time Fee. $1 Optional CTP. OTHER: ... more

Attention disc golfers! Tomorrow, is the START of the 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag & Points League seasons:
WHO: Disc Golfers of All skill levels. Yes, including YOU.
WHAT: Start of the DFOK Bag Tag League and the DFOK Points League. A.K.A. The "Warner Wednesday" league.
WHEN: Wednesday June 26, 2012.
4:30-5:30 Sign-In
5:45 Players Meeting
6:00 Tee Time.
WHERE: Warner Park Disc Golf Course in Manhattan, KS.
HOW MUCH: $5 One Time Fee. $1 Optional CTP.
OTHER: Plus some NEW twists this season. For example, multiple divisions to choose from in the Points League (similar to a tournament), non-numbered tags available for those only wanting in the Points League, and more.

Hope to see you there!

Rick

p.s. If you can't make it this Wednesday, that's okay. We'll see you next Wednesday.

Rick Petrie   June 17, 2012 at 10:07pm

Baskets Found for Tuesday League Night!

Thanks to the generosity of the DFOK players listed below, 11 baskets have been volunteered for this Tuesday's doubles league at Fairmont Park. Well done everyone! Baskets per player. 3 = RevKev 2 = Mark (may only need 1 of them) 2 = Rick 1 = Austin 1 = Kirk 1 = Bryce 1 = Kevin C. -------------------- 11 = Baskets! This week's "Temp. Tuesday" should be a round to remember, so don't miss out! Rick p.s. Please keep in mind, this week's temp course will only be a partial rep ... more

Thanks to the generosity of the DFOK players listed below, 11 baskets have been volunteered for this Tuesday's doubles league at Fairmont Park. Well done everyone!

Baskets per player.
3 = RevKev
2 = Mark (may only need 1 of them)
2 = Rick
1 = Austin
1 = Kirk
1 = Bryce
1 = Kevin C.
--------------------
11 = Baskets!

This week's "Temp. Tuesday" should be a round to remember, so don't miss out!

Rick


p.s. Please keep in mind, this week's temp course will only be a partial representation of the permanent course that's in the design stage. Reason being, some vegetation (small trees & bushes) will need to be pruned or removed for the permanent course.

Rick Petrie   June 17, 2012 at 4:27pm

Tuesday Temp. Course, thus Portable Basket Roll Call.

Due the the Country Stampede at the Tuttle Creek River Pond course, the weekly Tuttle Tuesday doubles league will take place at the Riley County Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course. Rather than playing the existing 9 hole course twice around, we will be setting up a temporary 9 holes to make it a 18 hole course. These ARE NOT the same fairways you've played at Fairmont before. They are not even in the area in which temporary courses have been located in the past. Thus far these are the people b ... more

Due the the Country Stampede at the Tuttle Creek River Pond course, the weekly Tuttle Tuesday doubles league will take place at the Riley County Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course.

Rather than playing the existing 9 hole course twice around, we will be setting up a temporary 9 holes to make it a 18 hole course. These ARE NOT the same fairways you've played at Fairmont before. They are not even in the area in which temporary courses have been located in the past.

Thus far these are the people bringing baskets.
3 = RevKev
2 = Rick
2 = Mark
1 = Austin
--------------------
8 = Baskets Thus Far!

With that in mind, if you have a portable basket that you can bring (or that we can borrow) for league Tuesday night please send an e-mail to [email disguise]

Rick Petrie   June 16, 2012 at 8:34pm

DFOK at Abilene Shootout, Plus Progress at Fairmont Park

Shout out to all the DFOK members who played in today's Abilene Shootout. DFOK was well represented by being 25% of the participants in attendance, including many taking home winnings. Everyone seemed to have a great time, but unfortunately nobody remembered to take a group photo... oh well. A big Thank You to MaceMan from Salina for putting on a fun KDGA Oz Tour tournament in the Abilene Shootout! - - - ALSO - - - On a different DFOK Club note, it was easy to see on the way out of town ... more

Shout out to all the DFOK members who played in today's Abilene Shootout. DFOK was well represented by being 25% of the participants in attendance, including many taking home winnings. Everyone seemed to have a great time, but unfortunately nobody remembered to take a group photo... oh well.

A big Thank You to MaceMan from Salina for putting on a fun KDGA Oz Tour tournament in the Abilene Shootout!

- - - ALSO - - -

On a different DFOK Club note, it was easy to see on the way out of town (on K-177 to Abilene) that the expansion area of Fairmont Park is looking really nice. My phone call to Riley County earlier in the week has already resulted in getting our expansion area mowed! That's right, no more waist tall grass down in those wooded meadows! This will help us play our TEMPORARY 9 layout, and more importantly make it much easier to design the PERMANENT 9 layout... Resulting in Fairmont being a full 18 hole course.

Well done DFOKers & stay Fanatical!

Sincerely,
Rick

(Note: After seeing the final standings, 9 of the 28 participants were DFOK members. That's 32%)

Rick Petrie   June 13, 2012 at 11:29pm

2012-2013 Bag Tag & Points League Start Date.

On behalf of the Disc Fanatics of Kansas leadership group, I am pleased to announce the START of the 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag League and Points League is exactly two weeks from today! HERE ARE THE BASICS WHO: Any player of any skill level. No previous participation required. WHAT: Kick-off event for the NEW DFOK Bag Tag & DFOK Points leagues. WHEN: Wednesday, June 27th. Check-In from 5pm to 6pm. Players Meeting at 6pm., then Shotgun Start ASAP. WHERE: Warner Park Disc Golf Course, Manhattan ... more

On behalf of the Disc Fanatics of Kansas leadership group, I am pleased to announce the START of the 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag League and Points League is exactly two weeks from today!

HERE ARE THE BASICS
WHO: Any player of any skill level. No previous participation required.
WHAT: Kick-off event for the NEW DFOK Bag Tag & DFOK Points leagues.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 27th. Check-In from 5pm to 6pm. Players Meeting at 6pm., then Shotgun Start ASAP.
WHERE: Warner Park Disc Golf Course, Manhattan KS.
HOW MUCH: $5 one-time fee. Fee includes 11 months of Bag Tag competition, plus three back-to-back-to-back Points League Seasons (spanning the same 11 months).

If you have questions, feel free to send your questions to me via this site.
(by private message or on the DFOK club “Talk” page).

See You Soon!

Sincerely,
Rick

p.s.
Here’s a couple links to the upcoming league pages.
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_Bag_Tag_League
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2012-2013_DFOK_SUMMER_Points_League

Rick Petrie   June 3, 2012 at 10:09pm

2012-2013 BAG TAG & POINTS LEAGUE NEWS

Thursday night’s DFOK meeting was very productive. The meeting was the third in a series of meetings held this spring. A total of 14 local disc golfers have attended these meetings, averaging 9 players per meeting. On Thursday night, all types of great ideas were further discussed. Most importantly, the DFOK members in attendance decided (by vote) on many important decisions for the upcoming Bag Tag & Points Leagues. The following summarizes the league related results of the meeting. ... more

Thursday night’s DFOK meeting was very productive. The meeting was the third in a series of meetings held this spring. A total of 14 local disc golfers have attended these meetings, averaging 9 players per meeting.

On Thursday night, all types of great ideas were further discussed. Most importantly, the DFOK members in attendance decided (by vote) on many important decisions for the upcoming Bag Tag & Points Leagues.


The following summarizes the league related results of the meeting.

2012-2013 BAG TAG LEAGUE - $5 One-Time Player Fee for this League

1. First Batch Funding: Thanks to the generosity of the following players, the required funds have been raised to purchase the first batch of tags for this season.
In Chronological Order
$30 – Rob Adams
$20 – Mark Kewley
$20 – Jon Tveite
$20 – Rick Petrie
$20 - Adam Jonhson
$5 - Bill Pryor
$5 - Kirsten Hoogstraten
$5 - Elliot Arpin
Each of these players will be reimbursed by the club, minus their $5 entry fee, as the season progresses.
(Tom Lowman pledged $35 but was not needed. Thanks for offering, Tom!)

2. Bag Tag Artwork: This year’s tags will be high quality one piece tags which are mass produced by a company in Illinois. Once again this year, Mark Kewley provided multiple graphic/artwork options. The artwork for this year’s tag was finalized at Thursday night’s DFOK meeting. Our artwork and bag tag order will be sent to the manufacture this week. We expect to receive our first batch of tags later this month.

3. Bag Tag Schedule: There will be no major changes to the Bag Tag league schedule for this season. (Not to be confused with the Points League). The season will start in late June 2012, ending in late May 2013. Thus including many months of winter play too.

4. Bag Tag Challenge Rules: There are only minor, but important changes to the 2012-2013 Bag Tag league rules. These rules will apply to situations when “reasonable” Challenges for Top 10 tags are not being honored. Further details will be provided soon, plus in the official league rules.

5. Numberless “Casual” Tags: This may be an option for those of you who don’t get into playing for the standard sequentially numbered tags, but otherwise enjoy the Warner league experience. If you are interested in a numberless tag please contact Rick (me) ASAP, because there will be a limited supply of numberless tags.


2012-2013 POINTS LEAGUE - $5 Bag Tag League Membership Required.

1. Points League Schedule: There will be three "short” & separate back-to-back-to-back Points League seasons this time around, rather than only one long Points League season. These seasons will start/finish with the changes of daylight savings time. Thus there will be “Summer”, “Winter” & “Spring” Points League seasons. The final Spring season will end in late May (in sync with the Bag Tag league schedule).

2. Points League Divisions: With this season’s Points Leagues, there will be four divisions for players to choose from, rather than just Men’s & Women’s divisions in the previous years. The divisions to chose from will be Advanced, Intermediate, Recreational, and Women's.

3. Points League Point Structure: Points will be earned according to divisions, rather than according to all players in attendance at an event. For example; If a total of 5 Intermediate Division players are competing at an official league night, the maximum points those Intermediate Division players can earn that night is 5 points (unless he/she hits an ace too).

4. NOT Handicapping the Points League: Handicapping the Points League has been discussed at great length at all three of the DFOK meetings this spring. It was decided at Thursday’s meeting that having three short seasons, plus divisions to choose from, would be simpler & more widely supported than a handicapped league.

With that in mind, you can look forward to starting the 2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag League and Points League sometime in late June. With the changes described above, it is sure to be a more enjoyable & exciting season.

Stay Fanatical My Friends!

Sincerely,
Rick

(P.S. If you find any of the above information confusing, feel free to ask me a question via this web site or in person)

Rick Petrie   May 30, 2012 at 10:23pm

Disc Golf - Beyond Your Game

REPRESENT! The first order of business in this DFOK news flash is to recognize Thad & Austin for their maximum effort today. These two DFOK ambassadors made time in their schedules to work both the afternoon & morning sessions of the disc golf clinic (at Tuttle Creek). Their enthusiasm & dedication certainly made an impression that will reap rewards for all disc golfers. Bravo to this dynamic duo! THURSDAY, May 31st, is going to be a busy day for DFOK in Manhattan! Keep reading for more deta ... more

REPRESENT!
The first order of business in this DFOK news flash is to recognize Thad & Austin for their maximum effort today. These two DFOK ambassadors made time in their schedules to work both the afternoon & morning sessions of the disc golf clinic (at Tuttle Creek). Their enthusiasm & dedication certainly made an impression that will reap rewards for all disc golfers. Bravo to this dynamic duo!

THURSDAY, May 31st, is going to be a busy day for DFOK in Manhattan! Keep reading for more details.

DISC GOLF CLINIC
There are two more sessions of the disc golf clinic at the Tuttle Creek State Park River Pond course. This effort directly benefits kids from all but two Kansas counties who are visiting Manhattan for the week. These visitors are in town as part of the 4-H Discovery Days annual event.
To pitch in & help host, just head out to the Tuttle Creek course during any of these time blocks. If you only have a few minutes, it would still be helpful.
Thur. 9:30am to 11:30am
Thur. 1:30pm to 3:30pm

DISC GOLF MEETING
Tomorrow night is the 3rd in a series of meetings with the intention of becoming more organized.
This meeting is scheduled for 6pm in the Grosebeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan.
Among topics to be discussed are as follows.
1. Establishing DFOK as an official not-for-profit club. (potentially establishing some committees).
2. Club Membership Levels & associated benefits of each membership level.
3. DFOK Bag Tag purchasing update.
4. Discuss & Finalize Bag Tag league rules/adjustments.
5. Discuss & Finalize Points league rules/adjustments.
6. Tuttle Tuesday doubles league rules/adjustments.
7. Potential public awareness (a.k.a. public relations) efforts in our community.
8. Warner Park “Next Nine” update.
9. Fairmont Park "Next Nine" update.
10. Other business if needed.

Stay disc fanatical my friends!
Rick

Rick Petrie   May 30, 2012 at 8:34am

Disc Golf Clinic Today & Tomorrow

Reminder: Today and tomorrow are the two days in which we (the Disc Fanatics) were asked if we could host disc golf clinics at the Tuttle Creek State Park River Pond course. If you have some spare time in the next couple days, we would love to see you. Just one session, or two, or three, or four sessions... anything will help. The clinic times are as follows: Wed. 9:30 to 11:30 Wed. 1:30 to 3:30 Thur. 9:30 to 11:30 Thur. 1:30 to 3:30 It should be a fun time for all. You can teach t ... more

Reminder:
Today and tomorrow are the two days in which we (the Disc Fanatics) were asked if we could host disc golf clinics at the Tuttle Creek State Park River Pond course.

If you have some spare time in the next couple days, we would love to see you. Just one session, or two, or three, or four sessions... anything will help.

The clinic times are as follows:
Wed. 9:30 to 11:30
Wed. 1:30 to 3:30
Thur. 9:30 to 11:30
Thur. 1:30 to 3:30

It should be a fun time for all. You can teach the game to kids, while getting in some disc golf socializing time, plus some practice for yourself.

Hope to see you there.

Rick Petrie   May 26, 2012 at 9:21am

DFOK ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING #3

The third DFOK meeting is scheduled for this Thursday, May 31st, at 6pm. The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan. Many topics about the local disc golf scene will be discussed. Some subjects sure to be discussed are shown below. 1. Establishing DFOK as an official not-for-profit club. (potentially establishing some committees). 2. Club Membership Levels & associated benefits of each ... more

The third DFOK meeting is scheduled for this Thursday, May 31st, at 6pm. The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan.

Many topics about the local disc golf scene will be discussed. Some subjects sure to be discussed are shown below.

1. Establishing DFOK as an official not-for-profit club. (potentially establishing some committees).
2. Club Membership Levels & associated benefits of each membership level.
3. DFOK Bag Tag purchasing update.
4. Discuss & Finalize Bag Tag league rules/adjustments.
5. Discuss & Finalize Points league rules/adjustments.
6. Continuing public awareness efforts in our community.
7. Warner Park “Next Nine” update.
8. Fairmont Park "Next Nine" update.
9. Other business if needed.

See you Thursday!

Rick Petrie   May 24, 2012 at 1:45pm

Volunteers: Teach Disc Golf and/or Loan Discs?

Hello fellow Disc Fanatics of Kansas. On Wednesday & Thursday of next week, the Tuttle Creek State Park staff will be hosting mini day camps for high school age 4Hers. During these day camps, they will be teaching the camp goers about some of the activities the Tuttle Creek State Park has to offer. Among those activities are disc golf. Here's where you come in. I have been contacted to find out is any local disc golfers are interested teaching the basics of our sport to these day campers. ... more

Hello fellow Disc Fanatics of Kansas.

On Wednesday & Thursday of next week, the Tuttle Creek State Park staff will be hosting mini day camps for high school age 4Hers. During these day camps, they will be teaching the camp goers about some of the activities the Tuttle Creek State Park has to offer. Among those activities are disc golf.

Here's where you come in. I have been contacted to find out is any local disc golfers are interested teaching the basics of our sport to these day campers. At the very least the Tuttle Creek staff would like to borrow some discs from us to use for these day camps.

So, if you have some discs you would loan for the cause, please contact me. Of course, be sure the loaner discs are "disposable" because there's a chance some discs might get lost. I'll do my best to minimize the lost disc scenario... (keep reading) but there will be no gurartees you'll get all of your discs back.

Also, if you want to host/teach one or more of the sessions , here's the details.
The camps will take place on
Wed. May 30: 9:30a thru 11:30a, & 1:30a thru 3:30p.
Plus
Thur. May 31: 9:30a thru 11:30a, & 1:30a thru 3:30p

During those 2 hour sessions the State Parks people will rotate 4 different groups of approx. 12 kids through your station. In other words, you'll see 12 kids for 30 minutes, then 12 new kids for 30 minutes, so on & so on. Thus you will teach disc golf to
approx. 50 kids per session.

You don't have to work all four sessions to help. If you can only work one, or two, that is fine. All volunteers of all levels will help us put our best foot foreword.

If you're interested in volunteering your time, or just some old discs, please contact me (on the site or in person) ASAP. We'll work out the details from there.

Thanks.

Sincerely,
Rick

p.s. Doing these little things for the community will help our chances of getting upgrades & expansions at our courses in the future.

Rick Petrie   May 18, 2012 at 7:23am

2012-2013 DFOK Bag Tag & Points League Season

The START of the 2012-2013 Disc Fanatics of Kansas Bag Tag League & Points League season is right around the corner. It will be a fresh start, with new tags & a new points race! As you may or may not know, the previous bag tag seasons have started in June, ran through the fall, winter & spring, then ended in May. YES, some minor tweaks are being made to improve the overall player experience; however the format of the upcoming season will be similar to previous season’s. Stay tuned for more ... more

The START of the 2012-2013 Disc Fanatics of Kansas Bag Tag League & Points League season is right around the corner. It will be a fresh start, with new tags & a new points race!

As you may or may not know, the previous bag tag seasons have started in June, ran through the fall, winter & spring, then ended in May. YES, some minor tweaks are being made to improve the overall player experience; however the format of the upcoming season will be similar to previous season’s. Stay tuned for more details.

The one time entry fee for the 2012-2013 season has been set at $5. With that in mind, this weekend the Disc Fanatics of Kansas will begin accepting pre-pay registrations for the upcoming season. (The actual tags will be issued at the first Warner Wednesday league round. Date, TBD.)

Thanks again for an enjoyable 2011-2012 season & I hope to see you again this season!

Rick

Rick Petrie   May 8, 2012 at 11:07pm

Warner Wednesday Tag & Points SEASON FINALE! Tomorrow 6pm!

Tomorrow is the final day of the SEASON for the DFOK 2011-2012 Flint Hills Bag Tag League & Points League. (The new season with new tags will start in June (just like last year)) With that in mind, tomorrow night's “WARNER WEDNESDAY” will be a big night with final tag numbers and points standings on the line. If that’s not motivation enough, all DFOK tag members in attendance tomorrow night will be able to compete for a Discs Unlimited tee shirt! CTP style! WOW! In order to facil ... more

Tomorrow is the final day of the SEASON for the DFOK 2011-2012 Flint Hills Bag Tag League & Points League.
(The new season with new tags will start in June (just like last year))

With that in mind, tomorrow night's “WARNER WEDNESDAY” will be a big night with final tag numbers and points standings on the line.

If that’s not motivation enough, all DFOK tag members in attendance tomorrow night will be able to compete for a Discs Unlimited tee shirt! CTP style! WOW!

In order to facilitate as many league members as possible, the tee time has been pushed back to 6pm (sharp).

It is sure to be a league round that people will be talking about for a long time… so don’t miss out!

Rick Petrie   May 5, 2012 at 10:09pm

DFOK Tuttle Creek Work Day - Great Success

Today was the day of the disc golf course work day at Manhattan's Tuttle Creek State Park River Pond course. Many needed improvements & maintenance issues were addressed by DFOK members today. The issues addressed during today's work day were as follows: The addition and/or restoring of many alternate pin placements. - - New (or long lost) pin placements were set in new concrete. - - Existing pin placements were re-set in new concrete. - - Cleaning out the existing "muck" in many p ... more

Today was the day of the disc golf course work day at Manhattan's Tuttle Creek State Park River Pond course. Many needed improvements & maintenance issues were addressed by DFOK members today.

The issues addressed during today's work day were as follows:
The addition and/or restoring of many alternate pin placements.
- - New (or long lost) pin placements were set in new concrete.
- - Existing pin placements were re-set in new concrete.
- - Cleaning out the existing "muck" in many pin placements.
- - Repainting the bases in bright colors in hopes of them not being damaged (when not in use).
The installation of wood chips / mulch around the baskets & tee boxes.
The much needed total renovation of basket #3.
- - New properly sized chains
- - Pipe cut so the basket sets at the proper height
- - Converted from yellow to black color.
Repainted all the baskets with a new coat of black paint.
Repairs & improvements to all of the existing baskets.
- - Closed the infamous gaps in baskets by welding in additional bars.
- - Removed the wobble in the chain racks & baskets by welding them to then center pipe.
- - Either cut down in height, or adding a "bead" on the center pipe, to prevent them from setting too high or low.

Many area disc golfers pitched in at today's work day. The work started at approx. 8:30a & lasted until approx. 4:00p. Thanks to all the hard work by the members listed below, the Tuttle Creek River Pond Course is now in great condition, plus the spirit of the Disc Fanatics of Kansas is greater than ever. Well done everyone!

Rev. Kevin Clark
Mark Kewley
Thad Pultz
Bill Pryor
Austin Cranston
Daisuke Takahashi
Josh Carroll
Rick Petrie
Adam Johnson
John Helle
Ross Jones
Kirk Dimond
Bob Saber
Kevin Clouse
Bill Mitchell
Aaron Warnke
Kansas Chris

(Sorry if I forgot to list anyone)

Rick Petrie   May 1, 2012 at 12:21am

This Week in DFOK Country

It's going to be a busy week in DFOK Country! There is something disc golf related going on nearly every day this week! 1. Tuesday Evening - "Tuttle Tuesday" League - Random Partner Doubles - 5:30p Start Time. 2. Wednesday Evening - "Warner Wednesday" League - Flint Hills Bag Tag League & Points League - 5:30p Start Time. 3. Thursday Evening - "Get Around 2 It" - Outdoor expo beside the Flint Hills Discovery Center (Manhattan) - 5:00p to 8:00p. 4. Saturday Morning - Tuttle Creek Disc Golf ... more

It's going to be a busy week in DFOK Country! There is something disc golf related going on nearly every day this week!

1. Tuesday Evening - "Tuttle Tuesday" League - Random Partner Doubles - 5:30p Start Time.
2. Wednesday Evening - "Warner Wednesday" League - Flint Hills Bag Tag League & Points League - 5:30p Start Time.
3. Thursday Evening - "Get Around 2 It" - Outdoor expo beside the Flint Hills Discovery Center (Manhattan) - 5:00p to 8:00p.
4. Saturday Morning - Tuttle Creek Disc Golf Workday - 8:30p Start Time (Come & go as you wish)
5. Sunday Afternoon - Ft. Riley Big Red One (BRO) League - Casual Singles - 4:00p Start Time.

1&2. By now, you know all about these leagues. Come play with & against your friends in these two leagues.

3. On Thursday evening, Manhattan's Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting the 4th annual "Get Around 2 It" expo. The event takes place at the Blue Earth Plaza, south of the Flint Hills Discovery Center (at 4th & Colorado). This event is designed to help residents find out about many of the interesting activities the area has to offer. More than 50 area attractions, organizations, and businesses will be represented at this expo. The event will also include activities, prize drawings and live music!
Yes, the Disc Fanatics of Kansas will be at this years Get Around 2 It (again). We have arranged to set-up an information table, plus a putting station. Of course we will be introducing our sport to many (potential) players and or club members. In addition this will be a great venue to educate the public about the positive impacts courses have on parks, while having minimal impacts on neighboring properties...
Come on down & check out the entire event, plus feel free to stop by the DFOK table to help out for a while or at least try to earn a highly sought after event "token" at the putting station.

4. Saturday Morning has been designated by the DFOK club as a Tuttle Creek Disc Golf Work Day. There will be many projects taking place. Some of which include; the delivery of and the spreading of mulch / wood chips, making repairs to the baskets, repairing existing & installing new pin placements, plus a few other tasks if time permits. The start time is set for 8:30am, however feel free to come and go as needed. So, find a pair of gloves plus a rake or shovel then head to the Tuttle Course Saturday morning.

5. As you might not already know there is a weekly league, on Sunday's, at the Ft. Riley Conference Center. The league is called the BRO League (Big Red One), which is hosted each week by many of the on-post disc golfers.

Hope you enjoy your week full of disc golf!

Rick Petrie   April 27, 2012 at 6:04pm

Shuss Road Is Officially Open!

It's official, the street named Shuss Road (formally a muddy road) beside Warner Park is now officially OPEN!

No more dodging construction barricades & missing pavement!

Rick Petrie   April 24, 2012 at 9:19pm

DFOK SHIRT UPDATE

GTM Sportswear will be making the first batch of our DFOK shirts early next week. So, for those of you who are still on the fence, you should place your order by this Friday to ensure getting yours in this batch. No, I do not know how long until a second batch will be made (if at all). You are not required to go to the store, you can even order (& pay) by calling them at 785-537-8822 or 877-569-3095. Ask for John Gagnon. OR go to their store at 520 McCall Road Manhattan, KS To look at ... more

GTM Sportswear will be making the first batch of our DFOK shirts early next week. So, for those of you who are still on the fence, you should place your order by this Friday to ensure getting yours in this batch. No, I do not know how long until a second batch will be made (if at all).

You are not required to go to the store, you can even order (& pay) by calling them at 785-537-8822 or 877-569-3095. Ask for John Gagnon.

OR go to their store at
520 McCall Road
Manhattan, KS

To look at the styles again, click here --> http://gtmsportswear.com/golf/products/polos

Get a shirt now so you can Rock The DFOK at the Little Apple Open!

Rick Petrie   April 22, 2012 at 11:40pm

DFOK ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING #2

The second DFOK meeting is scheduled for this Thursday, April 26th, at 7pm. The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan. Many topics about the local disc golf scene will be discussed. Some example subjects sure to be discussed are shown below. 1. Establishing DFOK as an official not-for-profit club. 2. Increasing public awareness of disc golf in our community (So it’s easier to expand our ... more

The second DFOK meeting is scheduled for this Thursday, April 26th, at 7pm. The meeting will take place in the Groesbeck meeting room of the Manhattan Public Library. The library is located at 629 Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan. Many topics about the local disc golf scene will be discussed. Some example subjects sure to be discussed are shown below.

1. Establishing DFOK as an official not-for-profit club.
2. Increasing public awareness of disc golf in our community (So it’s easier to expand our courses).
3. Tuttle Creek Work Day details (scheduled for Saturday, May 5th).
4. Warner Park “Next Nine” update.
5. DFOK Shirt order with GTM Sportswear.
6. Potential rule & format changes to next seasons Bag Tag league.

All area disc golfers are encouraged to attend. Hope to see you there!

Rick Petrie   April 22, 2012 at 11:30pm

SCOREPOINTE CAMPAIGN COMPLETED

DFOK members made quick work of raising the necessary funds to purchase a portable Ching ScorePointe (scoreboard). Thanks to the amazing generosity & vision of the DFOK players (see below), it only took 8 days to raise the money! The scoreboard has been ordered from Discs Unlimited and will be delivered this week, hopefully in time for Warner Wednesday. Donation Summary (chronological order) ------------------------------- $20 RICK PETRIE $11 THAD PULTZ $6 JOSH PRASEK $5 BILL PRYOR $5 M ... more

DFOK members made quick work of raising the necessary funds to purchase a portable Ching ScorePointe (scoreboard). Thanks to the amazing generosity & vision of the DFOK players (see below), it only took 8 days to raise the money! The scoreboard has been ordered from Discs Unlimited and will be delivered this week, hopefully in time for Warner Wednesday.

Donation Summary (chronological order)
-------------------------------
$20 RICK PETRIE
$11 THAD PULTZ
$6 JOSH PRASEK
$5 BILL PRYOR
$5 MARK KEWLEY
$5 DAISUKE TAKAHASHI
$3 AUSTIN CRANSTON
$7 KIRK DIMOND
$10 DUSTIN THOMLINSON
$5 ROB ADAMS
$5 JOSH CARROLL
$5 BRYCE WILLAMS
$10 KIRSTEN HOOGSTRATEN
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$97 TOTAL CASH DONATED

(The $10 +/- over of the cost of the score board will be spent on the card stock paper for use on league nights)

Rick Petrie   April 16, 2012 at 11:34pm

Tuttle Creek Work Day, Meeting Notes, Scorepointe Campaign

Hello DFOKers! Here's a couple announcements / updates regarding a few DFOK organizational items that are currently in the works. WORK DAY At the April 5th DFOK Meeting, the need of a Tuttle Creek course work day was discussed in great detail. It was decided that we should pull together and do things such as spread wood chips, repair baskets, reclaim/install alternate pin placements, and address other minor issues PRIOR to the upcoming Little Apple Open. The group decided to have the TUTTL ... more

Hello DFOKers! Here's a couple announcements / updates regarding a few DFOK organizational items that are currently in the works.

WORK DAY
At the April 5th DFOK Meeting, the need of a Tuttle Creek course work day was discussed in great detail. It was decided that we should pull together and do things such as spread wood chips, repair baskets, reclaim/install alternate pin placements, and address other minor issues PRIOR to the upcoming Little Apple Open.
The group decided to have the TUTTLE CREEK WORK DAY on SATURDAY, MAY 5th.
(A start time & other details will be posted at a later date)

MEETING NOTES
Yes, someone was kind enough to take notes (some would call minutes) of the items discussed in the meeting. We are in the process of setting up a web site that will be able to display our meeting notes & agendas in chronological order. In the mean time, I will try to post them on this site.

SCOREPOINTE CAMPAIGN
If you've played in a few disc golf tournaments, you've no doubt noticed & benefited from the use of a Score Pointe scorecard board. (see link below if you're not sure what one is). Considering how much the sport of disc golf has grown in DFOK country, it seems to be the time to purchase one of these items for our regular use.

( http://www.thesinksdiscgolf.com/images/scoreboard1.JPG )

How do we pay for it? We're now "passing the hat" to raise the required funds ($85) to purchase one (discounted by Dennis at DU).
Thus far here's who has donated and what $ to the cause (below).
$ 2.97 AUSTIN CRANSTON
$ 5.00 MARK KEWLEY
$ 5.00 DAISUKE TAKAHASHI
$ 6.00 JOSH PRASEK
$ 6.00 BILL PRYOR
$10.00 THAD PULTZ
$20.03 RICK PETRIE
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$55.00 CURRENT TOTAL
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$85.00 TOTAL NEEDED

Please consider bringing a extra few bucks to league if you want to help with the Scorepointe Campaign.

Rick Petrie   April 11, 2012 at 12:07am

DFOK Shirt Update

I have some DFOK Shirt information to pass along to all interested parties. We recently received two sample swatches of the DFOK logo that will be sewn onto each shirt. These samples will be available for viewing at tomorrow night's Warner Wednesday league round. GTM Sportswear is currently taking orders from DFOK members for their shirts. GTM Sportswear, 520 McCall Road, Manhattan, KS 66502 (800-336-4486) If you happen to live out of town (Zane), I'm sure you can call in your order & a ... more

I have some DFOK Shirt information to pass along to all interested parties.

We recently received two sample swatches of the DFOK logo that will be sewn onto each shirt. These samples will be available for viewing at tomorrow night's Warner Wednesday league round.

GTM Sportswear is currently taking orders from DFOK members for their shirts.
GTM Sportswear, 520 McCall Road, Manhattan, KS 66502 (800-336-4486)
If you happen to live out of town (Zane), I'm sure you can call in your order & a DFOK member can get it to you.

Get your order in soon so you'll be sure to have your DFOK performance polo in time for this year's Little Apple Open! (May 19th)

Rick Petrie   April 5, 2012 at 6:04pm

Disc Fanatics of Kansas - Meeting Reminder

Here's a friendly DFOK Meeting Reminder:

WHO: Anyone
WHAT: Discuss the Future of Disc Golf in the Manhattan Area.
WHEN: Tonight at 7:00pm
WHERE: Manhattan Public Library (629 Poyntz Ave.) Groesbeck Meeting Room

Note: This is the first of many meetings. If you can't attend tonight, hope to see you next time.

Rick Petrie   April 4, 2012 at 12:17am

DFOK ORGANIZATIONAL / BRAINSTORMING MEETING

DFOK ORGANIZATIONAL / BRAINSTORMING MEETING WHO: Players of all skill levels & ages. WHAT: DFOK Organizational / Brainstorming Meeting WHEN: 7pm on Thursday, April 5th WHERE: Manhattan Public Library, 629 Poyntz Ave., Groesbeck Meeting Room (upstairs overlooking the south parking lot) Are you interested in helping shape the future of disc golf in the Manhattan area? If your answer is “YES”, then please keep reading. With the explosion of disc golf in the area, it is becoming app ... more

DFOK ORGANIZATIONAL / BRAINSTORMING MEETING

WHO: Players of all skill levels & ages.
WHAT: DFOK Organizational / Brainstorming Meeting
WHEN: 7pm on Thursday, April 5th
WHERE: Manhattan Public Library, 629 Poyntz Ave., Groesbeck Meeting Room (upstairs overlooking the south parking lot)

Are you interested in helping shape the future of disc golf in the Manhattan area? If your answer is “YES”, then please keep reading.

With the explosion of disc golf in the area, it is becoming apparent that our sport needs an organized “club” to help our sport navigate through future opportunities & dilemmas. As much as we try to discuss disc golf topics as we play our rounds, it is not the most effective way of identifying goals then achieving those goals.

With that in mind, I have reserved a meeting room (as described above) so we can set down & discuss whatever disc golf thoughts might be on your mind.

--- Here are some example topics to better illustrate items to discuss ---
How to establish DFOK as an actual tax exempt not-for-profit ( 501(c)(3) ) organization.
Course “Work Days” (Trash clean-up, Tuttle basket repairs, Warner stump removal, etc.).
Becoming more visible in the community (proving demonstrations & public speaking)
Establishing “Course Representatives” for area courses.
Fairmont tee pad improvement project.
Using handicapped scoring for the 2012-2013 Flint Hills Points League.
Expansion of current courses & identifying potential new courses.

Hope to see you there!
Rick

Rick Petrie   April 3, 2012 at 12:59am

DFOK Shirt Information!

The wait for information about getting your DFOK shirt(s) is over! Yes, arrangements have been finalized for people to start purchasing DFOK shirts. Here’s the process: You go to the GTM Sportswear store on McCall Road (in Manhattan, KS) You see the color & style options that have been arranged. You try on sample shirts for size (if needed). You place your order for your shirt & you pay GTM for your shirt. GTM will embroider the approved DFOK logo onto your shirt (probably not while yo ... more

The wait for information about getting your DFOK shirt(s) is over! Yes, arrangements have been finalized for people to start purchasing DFOK shirts.

Here’s the process:
You go to the GTM Sportswear store on McCall Road (in Manhattan, KS)
You see the color & style options that have been arranged.
You try on sample shirts for size (if needed).
You place your order for your shirt & you pay GTM for your shirt.
GTM will embroider the approved DFOK logo onto your shirt (probably not while you wait though).
GTM will notify you when your shirt will be ready for pick up.

Here’s the details:
WHO: Any DFOK league member can purchase a shirt.
WHAT: Performance “dri” wicking polo style shirts (see link below), with a DFOK logo on the front.
WHEN: Order your shirt(s) starting Tuesday, April 3rd.
WHERE: GTM Sportswear, 520 McCall Road, Manhattan, KS 66502 (800-336-4486)
Ordering online may not be an option. Contact GTM for details.
WHY: Because a lot of DFOK members have expressed interest in getting a “DFOK shirt”.
HOW MANY: Order as many as you want, 1, 2, 3, etc.
WHAT COLORS: Green, White & Black primary colors available, with complementary accent colors.
WHAT COST: “Energy Performance” $29.31, “Motion” $31.48, “Paramount” $33.65

GTM website: http://gtmsportswear.com/men/products/polos-and-dress-shirts

Note: This is NOT a club fund raiser of any kind, nor will any proceeds go to members of the disc golf league. By purchasing one of these shirts, you are simply making a transaction with GTM Sportswear.

If you have any questions feel free to send me a message through this site.

I look forward to seeing you in your new DFOK shirt very soon.

Rick

Rick Petrie   March 12, 2012 at 10:46pm

Tuttle Tuesdays, Warner Wednesdays!

HELLO DISC FANATICS OF KANSAS! As you know, over the weekend we sprung forward into Daylight Savings time. What does that mean? That means we now have enough daylight for "Tuttle Tuesday" and "Warner Wednesday" evening disc golf leagues. (No Sunday bag tag league until next fall) For more info about those leagues follow on the links below. - Warner Wednesday League Info. - http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/20 ... more

HELLO DISC FANATICS OF KANSAS!

As you know, over the weekend we sprung forward into Daylight Savings time. What does that mean? That means we now have enough daylight for "Tuttle Tuesday" and "Warner Wednesday" evening disc golf leagues. (No Sunday bag tag league until next fall)

For more info about those leagues follow on the links below.

- Warner Wednesday League Info. -
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Points_League

- Tuttle Tuesday League Info. -
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/Manhattan_Area_Disc_Golf_Doubles_2012

Hope to see you at a league night some time soon!

Rick Petrie   November 13, 2011 at 8:24pm

Disc Golf Glow Round - Tuesday Night! (Nov. 15th)

Hello disc golfers, A "GLOW ROUND" of disc golf will be played this week, on TUESDAY NIGHT! (Nov. 15th). The format will be Casual so NO Flint Hills League Points will be awarded; however playing for you Flint Hills Bag Tag is encouraged. WHO: Everyone is welcome, new & veteran players alike. WHAT: One “glow round” of 9 holes, probably more for those wanting more. WHEN: Tuesday Nov. 15th at 6pm (This Tuesday). WHERE: FAIRMONT Disc Golf Course, Manhattan KS. (Should be super safe ... more

Hello disc golfers,

A "GLOW ROUND" of disc golf will be played this week, on TUESDAY NIGHT! (Nov. 15th).

The format will be Casual so NO Flint Hills League Points will be awarded; however playing for you Flint Hills Bag Tag is encouraged.

WHO: Everyone is welcome, new & veteran players alike.
WHAT: One “glow round” of 9 holes, probably more for those wanting more.
WHEN: Tuesday Nov. 15th at 6pm (This Tuesday).
WHERE: FAIRMONT Disc Golf Course, Manhattan KS. (Should be super safe under foot in the dark).

WHAT’S A GLOW ROUND?
For those of you who do not know, some people play disc golf in the dark. It is possible by throwing "glow" discs (plastic that’s made to glow in the dark) and/or by attaching glowing devices to baskets & discs. Mark Kewley has graciously already purchased glow sticks to light up the baskets, so all you have to do is get your disc(s) to glow. Many local stores sell glow items that you can attach to discs (see examples below), so it’s not too late for you to gear up for this glow round.

Many of your fellow local disc golfers are already planning to play. To “RSVP” for this casual round so to speak go here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/courses/Fairmont_Park/scene

Hope to see you soon!

(examples)
http://www.niteize.com/collections/toys

http://discsunlimited.net/descriptions/Misc_Descriptions-Accessories-etc/disc_golf_flat_led_light.html

http://discsunlimited.net/descriptions/Misc_Descriptions-Accessories-etc/beacon_disc_golf_lights.html

Rick Petrie   October 20, 2011 at 11:13pm

Disc Golf in K-State Newspaper

Last nights Warner Wednesday drew the attention of more than just disc golfers. The Kansas State Collegian, which is the K-State student newspaper, sent Evert Nelson to Warner Park to cover our sport. The result was a nice looking disc golf reference across the top of the front page, plus a full page spread in the middle of the paper. To summarize, the K-State Collegian writer/photographer followed Mr. Clouse, Mr. Carroll & Mr. Mathewson for part of their round, plus added some informatio ... more

Last nights Warner Wednesday drew the attention of more than just disc golfers.

The Kansas State Collegian, which is the K-State student newspaper, sent Evert Nelson to Warner Park to cover our sport. The result was a nice looking disc golf reference across the top of the front page, plus a full page spread in the middle of the paper.

To summarize, the K-State Collegian writer/photographer followed Mr. Clouse, Mr. Carroll & Mr. Mathewson for part of their round, plus added some information below each photo. Result: More positive publicity for our sport of DISC GOLF. Well done guys!

To see the media coverage for yourself, go here http://issuu.com/Ecollegian/docs/10.20.11/7

Rick Petrie   September 13, 2011 at 2:13pm

New Mowing Pattern at Warner Park!

If you happened to play Warner Park yesterday, this may be old news. Otherwise you're going to want to keep reading. The SHORT version is as follows: YESTERDAY, the City of Manhattan Parks & Rec. department mowed a large part of the Warner Park disc golf course. No, not all the tall grass has been cut. However, a substantial volume of it is gone. Mark and I were involved in getting this done so we're sure you'll like the improvements. The LONG version is as follows: As you may know, unti ... more

If you happened to play Warner Park yesterday, this may be old news. Otherwise you're going to want to keep reading.

The SHORT version is as follows: YESTERDAY, the City of Manhattan Parks & Rec. department mowed a large part of the Warner Park disc golf course. No, not all the tall grass has been cut. However, a substantial volume of it is gone. Mark and I were involved in getting this done so we're sure you'll like the improvements.

The LONG version is as follows: As you may know, until this year the current disc golf course area, also known as "Little Warner" has been cut & bailed for hay in late summer each year (for many, many years). Unfortunately, this year that local farmer decided that he was no longer interested in this hay. Presumably because there is not as much hay as there was prior to installing the disc golf course. This change in mowing/haying determination did not develop until early August.

Since the determination was made to no longer cut the hay, Mark and I have been "negotiating" with the Parks & Rec. staff to get a new (more disc golf friendly) mowing pattern/design. No it is not exactly as we requested, however it is very nice and we suspect disc golfers of all levels will enjoy this new mowing pattern/design.

So, feel free to spread the word "They Mowed Warner".

Later, Rick

Rick Petrie   July 30, 2011 at 9:19am

Mayors Award for Disc Golf - Tues, Aug. 2nd at 7pm - 1101 Poyntz Ave.

I apologize if this comes across as Mark and I just self promoting, patting ourselves on the back, etc. We decided to accept this award because we thought it would improve our chances of getting the "next nine" rolling at Warner Park. More specifically, our reason for posting this on DiscGolfScene.com is to try to get as many disc golfers as possible to attend this meeting to show their support for Disc Golf in Warner Park. We have a good thing going right now, with all the right people on b ... more

I apologize if this comes across as Mark and I just self promoting, patting ourselves on the back, etc. We decided to accept this award because we thought it would improve our chances of getting the "next nine" rolling at Warner Park.

More specifically, our reason for posting this on DiscGolfScene.com is to try to get as many disc golfers as possible to attend this meeting to show their support for Disc Golf in Warner Park. We have a good thing going right now, with all the right people on board, so we want to use this positive momentum to our advantage and get the Warner Park "next nine" approved ASAP.

So, I hope to see you at this weeks Manhattan City Commission Meeting, which will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 2nd at 1101 Poyntz Avenue (City Hall). The meeting starts at 7pm and Mark and I will receive the award just minutes after the meeting starts. IT WILL ONLY TAKE 30 MINUTES OR SO TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT. Just show up at approx. 6:50 +/-, set in the back of the room with the other disc golf supporters, set through the award presentation a few minutes later, then leave. If we get enough people there it will be very noticeable.

Here's the meeting details on the City of Manhattan web site. http://www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/Archive.aspx?ADID=2720

THANKS AGAIN & HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE,
Rick

Rick Petrie   July 29, 2011 at 1:53am

Community Service Award = Positive Publicity for Warner Park Course

On July 28, 2011, Mark Kewley and I found out that we had been nominated for, and have been selected to receive, a Community Service Award from the City of Manhattan, KS. We will be receiving this award because of all the volunteer work we put into proposing, fund raising, designing, installing, maintaining, etc. the Warner Park disc golf course. Mark and I are looking at this award in a broader sense. More specifically, we're looking at it as an indication that the Warner Park Disc Golf Co ... more

On July 28, 2011, Mark Kewley and I found out that we had been nominated for, and have been selected to receive, a Community Service Award from the City of Manhattan, KS. We will be receiving this award because of all the volunteer work we put into proposing, fund raising, designing, installing, maintaining, etc. the Warner Park disc golf course.

Mark and I are looking at this award in a broader sense. More specifically, we're looking at it as an indication that the Warner Park Disc Golf Course, and it's users (YOU), are effecting the the community in a positive way... and maybe most appealing to you, we think it's now time to start a move toward getting the "next nine" holes approved at Warner Park.

Here's where it gets interesting.

It is my understanding that he and I will be recognized at the next Manhattan City Commission meeting, which is scheduled for Tuesday evening, August 2nd. I will post the specific time ASAP. So, what we would like to do is have as many disc golfers in the audience as possible in order to display the public interest in our beloved sport of Disc Golf! This is the sort of public display that makes impressions in meetings (on decision makers)... which should help our goal of eventually expanding Warner Park to an 18 hole course.

So, please consider coming to City Hall (at 1101 Poyntz Ave.) on Tuesday evening August 2nd to set through this brief presentation. By doing so, you'll help get the ball (or disc) rolling for the "next nine" at Warner Park.

Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   July 10, 2011 at 9:00pm

2011 Sunflower State Games Results!

I have not added up the numbers yet, however I as you will see by following the link below, DFOK members put in a very strong showing at this years Sunflower State Games. One could say that we "brought home (to Manhattan) more medals than we left behind".

http://www.sunflowergames.com/2011results

See "Team Pics" here
http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League/pictures

Well done everyone who went to Topeka to "REPRESENT" DFOK! ( I couldn't resist ).

See you soon at one of our usual league events!

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   June 6, 2011 at 11:22pm

This Week in Manhattan Area Disc Golf

BAG TAG LEAGUE KICK-OFF: In case you had not noticed, all the results from Saturday's Bag Tag League Kick-Off Event have been posted. Go here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League and here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League RETURN OF WARNER WEDNESDAYS: Now that the new 2011-2012 Bag Tag Season has finally kicked-off, Warner Wednesdays start back up this Wednesday, June 8th. Be sure to bring your nice look ... more

BAG TAG LEAGUE KICK-OFF: In case you had not noticed, all the results from Saturday's Bag Tag League Kick-Off Event have been posted.

Go here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League

and here --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/2011-2012_Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League

RETURN OF WARNER WEDNESDAYS: Now that the new 2011-2012 Bag Tag Season has finally kicked-off, Warner Wednesdays start back up this Wednesday, June 8th. Be sure to bring your nice looking brand new tag and all your go to discs. If you do not have one of the new tags, we'll have plenty of the new tags on hand and ready that night.

TUESDAY DOUBLES LEAGUE: League Administrator, Kevin Clark, has officially (however temporally) moved the TUESDAY doubles league to FAIRMONT PARK. This is due to the set-up for the Country Stampede at the Tuttle Creek River Pond Course. (They temporarily remove the baskets for Country Stampede).

See you on a course sometime soon!

Sincerly,
Rick

Rick Petrie   May 31, 2011 at 11:20pm

2011-2012 Bag Tag League Season Kick-Off Event!

Who: Flint Hills Bag Tag League (You)! What: 2011-2012 Season Kick-Off Event! When: This Saturday, June 4th, 2011! Where: Fairmont Park! THE FOLLOWING IS THE SCHEDULE OF THE SEASON KICK-OFF EVENT. 12:00pm - 1:00pm: Registration & Check In. Plus Start of Disc Golf Swap Meet. 1:00pm - Awards Ceremony for the 2010-2012 Champions. 1:00pm - 1:15pm: Players Meeting. 1:15pm - 2:00pm: Putting Play-Off Contest. (Swap Meet Continues Amongst Spectators) 2:00pm - 2:30pm: Approach Accuracy Contes ... more

Who: Flint Hills Bag Tag League (You)!
What: 2011-2012 Season Kick-Off Event!
When: This Saturday, June 4th, 2011!
Where: Fairmont Park!

THE FOLLOWING IS THE SCHEDULE OF THE SEASON KICK-OFF EVENT.
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Registration & Check In. Plus Start of Disc Golf Swap Meet.
1:00pm - Awards Ceremony for the 2010-2012 Champions.
1:00pm - 1:15pm: Players Meeting.
1:15pm - 2:00pm: Putting Play-Off Contest. (Swap Meet Continues Amongst Spectators)
2:00pm - 2:30pm: Approach Accuracy Contest. (Swap Meet Continues Amongst Spectators)
2:30pm - 3:00pm: Longest Roller Contest. (Swap Meet Continues Amongst Spectators)
3:00pm - 3:30pm: Longest Drive Contest. (Swap Meet Continues Amongst Spectators)
3:30pm - 5:30pm: First Official Round of disc golf for the NEW 2011-2012 Flint Hills Bag Tags.
(One 9 Hole Round of at the Fairmont Disc Golf Course)

Your score in this round will determine your starting bag tag number for the season.

$3.00 fee pays for One Flint Hills Bag Tag, plus Kick-Off Event awards & 2011-2012 Season Championship prizes.

REGISTRATION for this event is not officially set-up on discgolfscene.com . However you can "pre-register" through discgolfscene.com by sending me a message (please include your e-mail address).

Pre-registered spots will be held until 12:30pm on June 4th. After 12:30pm, all unpaid pre-registered spots will become available to players on a first come, first served basis.

Hope to see you there.

Sincerely,
Rick

Rick Petrie   May 12, 2011 at 10:28pm

Current Season Wrap Up & New Season Kick Off

Don't forget, the next Warner Wednesday (May 18) will be the last official League Round for the 2010-2011 points season and that set of tags. It's sure to be an exciting round! Hope to see you there.

PLUS

The 2011-2012 Season Kick Off Event (June 4) is now set up on DiscGolfScene for you to check out. Times may change slightly, but for the most part it's good to go --> http://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/Flint_Hills_Bag_Tag_League-Season_Kick_Off_2011 If you want to pre-register, just send me a note through this site (www.discgolfscene.com).

See you on a DG course soon!

Rick Petrie   May 11, 2011 at 2:00pm

Today's Weather Situation 5/11 (waiting it out)

Just in case you did not know, we are currently in a Severe Thunderstorm WATCH, until 5pm this evening.

SO,
If it is allowed to expire at 5pm, and there are no new WATCHES or WARNINGS, we will play a full 18 (provided it's not too dark to see). Yes, even if is raining.

If they extend the WATCH past 5:30, we will only play 9 tonight.

If they issue a WARNING, tonight's round will be completely CANCELED!

Rick Petrie   April 30, 2011 at 10:54am

Exciting Season Finish & Next Season Kick-Off News!

For many of you this may be OLD news. For some of you this might be NEW news... Be sure to reserve Saturday, June 4th on your calendar! That's the day we are kicking off the 2011-2012 Flint Hills Bag Tag Season! Yes, league nights will still be on Warner Wednesdays, but the first official bag tag and points round will be held on that Saturday in order to kick it off in a BIG WAY! We are finalizing the details of the event; so look for more details very soon. Plus we are finishing up the ... more

For many of you this may be OLD news. For some of you this might be NEW news...

Be sure to reserve Saturday, June 4th on your calendar! That's the day we are kicking off the 2011-2012 Flint Hills Bag Tag Season! Yes, league nights will still be on Warner Wednesdays, but the first official bag tag and points round will be held on that Saturday in order to kick it off in a BIG WAY! We are finalizing the details of the event; so look for more details very soon.

Plus we are finishing up the NEW tags for the 2011-2012 bag tag season. They are going to look great! You’re going to want one of them hanging on your disc golf bag!

Is this confusing? What does that mean?

Our bag tag "seasons" are set up to run from June to May each year, partially due to so many students leaving town after each school year ends. With that in mind, there are only three (3) more Warner Wednesday league nights left in the current “2010-2011 SEASON”. I'm expecting an exciting finish as people try to jockey for the best ending bag tag number as possible, and of course for important league points. So that means if you want to finish this season with a great tag number, and as high as possible in the points standings, CRUNCH TIME IS HERE!

So, good luck to all competitors as this season comes to an exciting finish, plus I look forward to seeing you back in the bag tag & points leagues next season (starting in about a month).

Rick Petrie   April 27, 2011 at 12:04am

Terrific Tuttle Tuesday

The weather was terrific, the competition was torrid! Ten players attended this week’s Tuttle Tuesday. Yes that means there were five doubles teams. For many it was their first round of doubles play for the season, but you sure couldn’t tell because there was a lot of good strategy on display. As you can imagine the scores were great, partially because the conditions were ideal for disc golf. The scores of the night ranged from two strokes under par to a whopping ten strokes under par! T ... more

The weather was terrific, the competition was torrid! Ten players attended this week’s Tuttle Tuesday. Yes that means there were five doubles teams. For many it was their first round of doubles play for the season, but you sure couldn’t tell because there was a lot of good strategy on display. As you can imagine the scores were great, partially because the conditions were ideal for disc golf.

The scores of the night ranged from two strokes under par to a whopping ten strokes under par! The winning doubles team of the night was the team of Mr. Clouse & Mr. Ellis, who won by a slim margin of one stroke. Good job guys!

Tonight’s round was enjoyed by all, including one soul who had been AWOL from the Manhattan disc golf scene since last fall. Welcome back Toe Joe!

So, if you’re looking for a fun night of disc golf and you’ve never played doubles, you might consider giving the Tuttle Tuesday a try.

Hope to see you on a DG course soon! (for example at Warner Wednesday tomorrow)

Rick

p.s. Tom O. & Rev. Kev will have tonights scores posted ASAP.

Rick Petrie   April 25, 2011 at 11:23pm

Tuttle Tuesday Tomorrow

Don't forget, Tom's Third Tuttle Tuesday is tomorrow night. Hope to see you there.

Rick Petrie   April 18, 2011 at 12:13am

Severe Weather Rules

As you might have heard at the closing of last weeks round, we've established some "Severe Weather Cancellation" rules for league nights at Warner Park. Weather WARNING = League Night CANCELED. Weather WATCH = League Night SHORTENED (only 9 holes). The above described rules will apply if a Severe Thunderstorm Warning OR a Tornado Warning is in effect in Riley or Geary County, at league start time (5:30pm). If the National Weather Service allows an alert to officially "expire" by the leag ... more

As you might have heard at the closing of last weeks round, we've established some "Severe Weather Cancellation" rules for league nights at Warner Park.

Weather WARNING = League Night CANCELED.
Weather WATCH = League Night SHORTENED (only 9 holes).

The above described rules will apply if a Severe Thunderstorm Warning OR a Tornado Warning is in effect in Riley or Geary County, at league start time (5:30pm). If the National Weather Service allows an alert to officially "expire" by the league start time, league will still be held as if the alert is still in effect. (Sorry, but it's just simpler to do it this way.)

Not sure where to look for Weather Alerts? Try these sources:
http://www.weather.com/weather/newscenter/alerts/nswxcategory/KS
http://www.weather.gov/regsci/gis/today.html

Why Geary county too? We have multiple players that drive from Geary county, plus most of our storms come through Geary county right before they hit Warner Park.

Rick Petrie   April 16, 2011 at 12:19pm

LIVE VIDEO COVERAGE

For those of you who may be stuck inside today, you might want to check out the LIVE & FREE VIDEO COVERAGE of the Collegiate Disc Golf Championships. Maybe you will catch a glimpse of one of your fellow DFoK members.

The video feed is great, even if you don't have the fastest internet speed!

To check it out go to http://discgolfplanet.tv/ set-up a free profile then start watching.

Rick Petrie   April 15, 2011 at 8:59pm

K-State Team / DFoK Members at Collegiate Nationals!

Just in case you didn't know, some of your fellow DFoK members are competing for K-State in the National Collegiate Disc Golf Championships in Augusta, SC this weekend!

To follow their progress check out the following links.
http://www.pdga.com/ncdgc-day-1
http://www.pdga.com/tournament_results/68986
http://www.ncdgc.com

Good Luck Wildcats!

Rick Petrie   April 10, 2011 at 9:51pm

Tuttle Tuesday's are now set-up on Disc Golf Scene

League Administrator Tom Old has set-up the league details for this year's Doubles League at the Tuttle Creek River Pond course.

Check it out by going to http://www.discgolfscene.com/leagues/Flint_Hills_Doubles_League_2011

Rick Petrie   April 10, 2011 at 4:14pm

Welcome Aboard Tom Old(father) as an Administrator!

Tom Oldfather, known as Tom Old on this site, asked to use the DFoK Club profile on this site to help coordinate a league at Manhattan's Tuttle Creek State Park (River Pond Course). In order to do that he needed to be added as Admin on this site for the DFoK Club. Based on the conversations I've had with with Tom, he is going to do everything associated to the upcoming "Tuttle Tuesday's" at the River Pond course. I think it is going to be a doubles format, however I don't really know for sure ... more

Tom Oldfather, known as Tom Old on this site, asked to use the DFoK Club profile on this site to help coordinate a league at Manhattan's Tuttle Creek State Park (River Pond Course). In order to do that he needed to be added as Admin on this site for the DFoK Club.

Based on the conversations I've had with with Tom, he is going to do everything associated to the upcoming "Tuttle Tuesday's" at the River Pond course. I think it is going to be a doubles format, however I don't really know for sure. Be sure to check with him for details.

With that in mind, you can look forward to seeing some exciting news from Tom in the near future.

Welcome aboard Tom & thanks again for finding time to get something going again at Tuttle this year.