We had originally planned to implement the rakes and mats usage tomorrow (July 6) but we will be postponing this until at least July 13 as we work out some of the more practical details and procedures. Remember that the use of this equipment is voluntary. Also, just a reminder, if you wish to … [Read more...]
Changes to our Bowling
July 1, 2020 by
As we have progressed over the past 2 weeks of bowling we have learned what has worked and not worked, and we are planning some changes as follows:The calendar has been extended for 3 more weeks, and we have made the Sunday fixed draw a cutthroat draw. Some folks have asked that they have … [Read more...]
Registering to Bowl
June 15, 2020 by
TO ALL MEMBERS As announced in my last e-mail to you all, we will resume bowling on Monday June 15. In that e-mail, which you can review here, there was a description of procedures that must be followed before you can bowl. I said then that you will have to register for any game at the … [Read more...]
Club Reopening
June 8, 2020 by
Hello All, I am pleased to announce that the club will be reopening shortly (tentatively Monday June 15th). This opening is dependent on us receiving our certificate of insurance by then. If we have not received it by then we will have to postpone the opening date, but I am confident that we … [Read more...]
Club Update on Reopening May 30th
May 30, 2020 by
Hello everyone, Time for another update on the reopening of the club. The Executive continues to follow the leads of BowlsBC, Bowls Canada, and the District of Oak Bay and have developed guidelines for the club to reopen. I will list the salient points of the next steps that we need to have in … [Read more...]
Re-opening Update
May 23, 2020 by
Hello everyone, This is an update on where we stand on reopening our club for bowling activities. There has been much activity by your Executive to reopen the club in accordance with all the guidelines from the folks who need to approve the reopening. We are developing procedures to allow us … [Read more...]
Covid-19 Update May 9th
May 9, 2020 by
Hi everybody, I sent the following information to the other Club Presidents in BSI (as President of BSI Council) and I thought it would be good to send the same info to all our members. On Thursday May the 7th, Harry Carruthers (President BowlsBC) invited the Presidents of the 4 regions … [Read more...]
Re-opening Update
May 1, 2020 by
Here is an update from Bowls BC on reopening our Club for Bowling. There are many question that we have and I will provide an update after the next Exec meeting on Tuesday. Ron Harmer District Directors: Could you please forward the below email to all your district clubs. Thank … [Read more...]
Sad News-Gerry Emery Passes away
April 19, 2020 by
Sad news that Gerry Emery passed away on Friday April 17, 2020. Our thoughts and condolences go to Betty and all of their family. Gerry has been a long time supporter and member of our Club and we will all miss his humour and smiles. I am not sure of any details of a celebration of life or service … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Update #3
March 28, 2020 by
Hi Everybody, The Executive met by teleconference yesterday to discuss the club activities in light of all the recent changes that the Provincial Health Officer has put into play. We will review the status of the club activities every couple of weeks and hopefully we will be able to bowl on our … [Read more...]