A strange title but that’s what some of our volunteer members dealt with today. Our day started off with pumping the water out of the 20 holes which will house the foundations for the sunshades. Next the loose dirt in the holes had to be removed and the bottoms levelled to the required depth. While … [Read more...]
Smokies, Bowls and Croquet Under the Lights October 25, 2024
On Friday, October 25, the largest turn out of members to play croquet and lawn bowling under our new lights took place under a cover of darkness and with chilly conditions. The new lights cut through the darkness and a good time was had by all. Thank you to Michael Perry, who rolled the greens … [Read more...]
Christmas Party and Dinner December 8th, 2024.
It may only be October, but it is now time to start thinking about Christmas activities! Our annual Christmas party and dinner is scheduled for December 8th at 5pm. We have a new caterer this year, and he has put together an attractive menu for a traditional turkey dinner with all … [Read more...]
You’re Invited: Members BBQ October 25, 6:15
The Executive members will provide BBQ’ed Smokies to members who come to the club on Friday October 25 at 6:15. The cost for the BBQ is being covered by the Executive members not from club funds. We just wanted to say thank you to our members for supporting the club. After … [Read more...]
Invitation to Australian Pairs Sunday September 29 at 10 am
G’ day This is Boomer inviting you to join us for Australian Pairs this Sunday morning at 10:00! Sign up on the calendar Sept. 29. It’s a cracker!! Donna Blackstock [ngg src="galleries" ids="316" display="imagebrowser"] … [Read more...]
Fall Fling Tournament 2024
Our final club tournament for the year was held on September 17th and 18th. We were fortunate that the rain held off on the Tuesday and the sun came out on the Wednesday. We had 10 triples teams playing two eight-end games each day. Some players played all the games and others shared. A huge … [Read more...]
New Club Sun Shelter Project 2024
With the 2024 outdoor bowling season coming to a close soon, work has commenced on the replacement of the club's very tired sun shelters. The old shelters have been removed and the wood will be recycled. A number of club members have assisted in the demolition and clean-up. We have been very … [Read more...]
South Island Open Singles Tournament 2024
August 10 and 11th held at the Gordon head lawn bowling club the South Island Open Singles was held. 32 single players entered this growing tournament. A very Interesting format. The first player to seven ends wins the game with a potential of playing up to 13 ends in total for one game. The … [Read more...]
The Greenslade Men’s Pairs Tournament 2024
August 13 and 14th 2024 The Greenslade men’s pairs Tournament was held at the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling Club. There were 16 pairs teams from the BSI clubs throughout Victoria. The tournament consisted of five 16-end games over the two days. There were no five-game winners. A special thanks goes out to … [Read more...]
Juan de Fuca Ladies League 2024
22 teams from the lower island participated in the Juan de Fuca ladies Monday morning league. This league consisted of 9 games over nine weeks and teams were randomly drawn to make up the schedule. Everyone enjoyed the competition as well as getting to play teams from all the … [Read more...]