I thank each of you for joining the Oak Bay Lawn Bowling Club. My wife Susi, and I joined in 2010 when we were both working. After our lessons we felt like deer in the headlights trying to understand how to deliver a bowl - and yes I kept calling them balls instead of bowls - where to stand, how … [Read more...]

President's Message   Adshead Over 80 Tournament   Canadian Pacific is very excited to announce that Tapestry Living has signed on as the title sponsor of our Adshead Over 80 Mixed Triple Open. This year’s competition takes place May 26th on the historic … [Read more...]

Our outdoor bowling season is about to start and it's almost a month earlier than we have in the past. With that in mind our greens are still "soft" and can be easily damaged by bowls that are dropped from any height. To minimize any damage all bowlers must use the green rink protection mats when … [Read more...]

I recently distributed an Events and Schedule document to members and since that time a few amendments were required. Most of the information in this document will be placed on the calendar but we still need members to come forward to help assist in a number of tournaments. If you are … [Read more...]

As you walk through our entrance gates have you ever wondered how our grounds are kept in such a beautiful state. Well wonder no more - it's done by volunteers. Next time you are at the club, have a look at the gardens and all the flowers and trees that surround our greens. Yes they are a wonderful … [Read more...]

I am pleased to announce that Garry Anderson has come forward and volunteered to take on the responsibility for the kitchen. Garry will coordinate the kitchen volunteers to ensure we have this area covered off. He has been an Executive member, sits on the Website Committee, looks after our website … [Read more...]

Yesterday the Province announced changes to the public health orders in terms of masks. The Provincial Government announced: Face Coverings order: Face coverings will be optional for people in all indoor public settings. People may want to continue wearing a mask based on personal choice. It … [Read more...]

Please be advised of the following dates for Coaching and Umpire courses to be held at the Juan de Fuca Club this year. Registration details should be available on the Bowls BC website by mid March and can be accessed via the link below. http://bowlsbc.com/coaching-course-registration/. Club … [Read more...]

I am pleased to announce that Ron Harmer has volunteered to join the Executive Committee. With Ron on the Committee and Barry Hersh returning in April the Executive Committee is at full strength. Not only is Ron a good bowler but he formerly sat on the Executive Committee filling the Vice President, … [Read more...]

Sunny and warmer Victoria days are in the forecast. The bowling greens are being groomed to perfection for our April 1st opening. Many of our 2020 members have renewed as 2021/2022 Club members. They are eager to have the opportunity to yack and laugh with you on the lawns.   If you have … [Read more...]