By Staff
August 18th, 2023
BURLINGTON, ON
Disc Golf enthusiasts and outdoor adventure seekers can give Conservation Halton’s new ‘Summer 9’ disc golf course a spin at Kelso Conservation Area (Kelso). The course was designed in partnership with Chainlink Disc Golf to provide an unforgettable gaming experience for both beginners and seasoned players alike.
Disc golf is similar to traditional golf, but instead of using clubs to hit a ball into a hole, a disc is thrown towards a basket. The goal is to get the disc into the basket in the fewest tosses or ‘strokes’ possible. The player with the lowest total strokes for the entire course wins. Players can easily keep score by downloading the UDisc App.
It would be hard to find a nicer setting to get out for a walk – and test your disc throwing skills.
The course’s unique layout highlights the park’s diverse terrain. It incorporates elevation changes and a blend of long and short holes to accommodate players of various skill levels. Each hole is equipped with 2-tee placements and is supported by a 3-hole, 3-tee practice course to try putting, pitching, and driving.
“Conservation Halton prides itself on connecting people with nature,” said Craig Machan, Director, Parks & Operations, Conservation Halton. “Our ‘Summer 9’ disc golf course at Kelso gives visitors another way to experience our parks and get active outdoors. Disc golf is a fun activity, and it’s suited to all ages and abilities. Plus, here at our course, players will get to enjoy a round with the incredible Niagara Escarpment as their backdrop. We’re excited about this addition and look forward to hosting visitors for a round soon!”
Great idea for a group outing – no golf clubs to lug around.
Park visitors can enjoy Kelso’s disc golf course free of charge during regular park hours in spring, summer and fall. The course is also available to reserve for leagues, tournaments, corporate events, and school trips.
Individual players and groups can rent a 3-disc set that includes one putter, one mid-range, and one driver. Players can also choose to purchase their own 3-disc starter set, single discs, and/or disc bags at Kelso’s Trailhead Sports Rental & Retail Store (Trailhead), that include local retailers like: Innova, Discmania, Latitude 64, and GripEq Bags.
Grand Opening Event
Conservation Halton will be celebrating the Grand Opening of the new disc golf course on Saturday, August 26th from 9 am to 5 pm at Kelso. Visitors are encouraged to test out the course or register to compete in Mixed Singles and Doubles, or Men’s and Women’s Doubles. Players can participate in exciting prize draws and contests like the Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, and Record an Ace Competitions. New and developing players can join Chainlink Disc Golf at 11:30 am for a Learn 2 Play Clinic. Food and refreshments will be available to purchase at West Lodge and Trailhead. More giveaway contests and discounts on retail will be offered August 17th to October 29th for visitors shopping at Trailhead.
For more information about Kelso’s ‘Summer 9’ disc golf course, including the full course map, park hours, group reservations, and event details, visit www.conservationhalton.ca/activities/disc-golf/or contact Conservation Halton at discgolf@hrca.on.ca.
Conservation Halton is the community-based environmental agency that protects, restores, and manages the natural resources in its watershed. The organization has staff that includes ecologists, land-use planners, engineers, foresters, and educators, along with a network of volunteers, who are guided by a Board of Directors comprised of municipally elected and appointed citizens. Conservation Halton is recognized for its stewardship of creeks, forests and Niagara Escarpment lands through science-based programs and services.
