Peterborough-area women can tee off this summer and support non-profit organizations for women and children at the same time.
Women’s Adventures in Golf (WAG), a group that aims to offer fun themed golfing opportunities for Peterborough women of all skill levels while raising money for charity, is kicking off its second season. Golfers can register as singles, twosomes, or foursomes for a laid-back, accessible game of golf and fundraising each month.
In its inaugural 2024 season, WAG raised more than $5,000 for local organizations that support women and children.
“We are excited for our second season of bringing women together for a relaxed game of golf, no matter their skill level,” WAF founder Susan Williamson told kawarthaNOW. “Women can choose to just golf, or golf and stay for a meal to experience the camaraderie and community spirit.”
All foursomes work together in a scramble format — where all players hit from the same spot, choose the best shot, and then all play their next shots from that position, continuing this process until the hole is completed — and they’ll be vying for small prizes based on the event’s theme, not on skill.
For every event, golfers make a donation to a particular local non-profit organization to get an advantage in the game.
Having just celebrated its pre-season social at Rolling Grape Vineyard in Bailieboro in support of The Super Sophia Project, WAG is hosting its first golf event on Saturday (May 24) at the Warkworth Golf Club with the theme of “Jailbreak” in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre.
While registration for the season opening event is already full, spots are still available for “She CAN” on Sunday, June 22 at the Liftlock Golf Club at 2320 Ashburnham Dr. in Peterborough. From sports to politics to the world of creative arts, this day’s theme will “celebrate the amazing accomplishments of Canadian women.”
During this event, women can golf to play the trivia game as a group so they’re never on their own, Williamson noted. Participants who make a donation to YWCA Peterborough Haliburton’s Crossroads Shelter will get an advantage in the game.
Next up is a tournament on Sunday, July 13 at Katchiwano Golf Club at 1730 Youngs Point Rd. in Lakefield. The theme is “Wheel of Life,” where women can play The Game of Life and join fellow participants afterwards at Cheeky Duck Vineyard in Lakefield for a meal. This event will support Peterborough Child and Family Centres.
On Sunday, August 24, golfers can take part in “Jetsetter” at Heron Landing Golf Club at 2361 Lansdowne St. W. in Peterborough. Participants will “travel Europe” while golfing as a team. This day will support Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services.
For the WAG season finale on Sunday, September 14, women can join the fun at Katchiwano Golf Club in Lakefield for “Mystery at the Club.” During this event, “GM Mavis Mustard” will have a mystery to solve at her golf club. Participants will play to get clues to solve the mystery.
Those who make a contribution to Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre will secure an advantage in the game. The group will gather after golfing at Cheeky Duck Vineyard to mark the finale of the season.
“WAG is all about bringing women together to enjoy the game of golf in a fun and relaxed environment,” Williamson told kawarthaNOW in 2024 about the impetus for forming the group. “Our themed events are designed to create lasting memories and friendships while supporting great causes.”
She also hopes WAG encourages women to participate in golf.
“Golf has traditionally been a male-dominated sport, but initiatives like WAG are changing the game by making it more accessible and enjoyable for women. Studies have shown that women who participate in sports like golf experience numerous benefits, including increased confidence, improved mental health, and expanded social networks.”
For more information about Women’s Adventures in Golf and to register for upcoming events, visit www.golfwithwag.ca.
