Majestic Rockies, Alberta, Canada 2010
Join Eric Frederickson C.P.G.A., on a tour of the Majestic Canadian Rockies, truly one of the most beautiful places in the world. Eric spent 3 years living in the Rockies whilst teaching at the famous Jasper Park Golf Club. The scenery will wow you and he can’t wait to share his insider knowledge of the very best the Rockies has to offer.
We'll have two more tour dates in July and August so please let us know if you prefer the alternative dates!
The itinerary
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Friday June 11th 2010
Arriving either on Jenahura arranged flights, or by your own flight plan, we will transfer to the Delta hotel in Kananaskis from Calgary International Airport via
private coach at 4:00pm. The journey takes about 90 minutes to cover the 60 miles, ample time to meet your fellow golfers!
Saturday June 12th
Our first round of golf in the Canadian Rockies will be at the world renowned Kananaskis Country Golf Club, Mt. Kidd Course. Set amongst towering mountain peaks, glacier fed creeks and ponds, Cascading Rivers, and vast wild life, it is no wonder Architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. Called Kananaskis Country “The best piece of natural setting I have ever been given to work with”.
Sunday June 13th
Following up Mt. Kidd will be our second round of golf at the award winning Stewart Creek Golf Club. “Best new Course Western Canada” Golf Digest – 2002. Stewart Creek is located in Canmore Alberta at the Base of the famous Three Sisters Mountain Range. Following your round we will transfer you to the Fairmont Banff Springs coined the “Castle in the Rockies”
Monday June 14th
The first day away from the links will be a chance to explore Banff National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site! Experience jaw dropping glaciers, crystal blue lakes, stunning waterfalls, wildlife, and mountain views you can only dream of. Night time will be a chance to share stories and drinks as we sample one of Banff’s many fine restaurants.
Tuesday June 15th
Today we play one of the world’s best and most scenic golf courses. Designed by famous golf architect Stanley Thompson, the Banff Springs GC is truly a golf experience that
is unforgettable. The Course winds its way along the Bow river underneath towering Mt. Rundle and Sulphur Mountain. Ranked in the top 100 courses to play outside the U.S. by Golf Digest, Banff Springs
guarantees to be an experience you will never forget!
Wednesday June 16th
We head towards Jasper on what promises to be one of the most beautiful drives you will ever
take. The Ice Fields Parkway winds its way through incredible glacier mountains and some of my
favourite stops along the way include the Columbia Icefields, Lake Louise, Athabasca Falls, and a
few of my favourite sights normally reserved for the locals! Awaiting our arrival is my old home at
the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. This famous old lodge has been hosting golfers since the 1920’s.
Thursday June 17th
Today we play Jasper Park GC, my absolute favourite in the world. Considered
by many to be the best work ever from master architect Stanley Thompson, it is no wonder
Jasper has received such high praise. Consistently ranked as the #1 golf resort in Canada by
Score Golf, Jasper is an incredible combination of breathtaking scenery, rich history, and classic
design.
Friday June 18th
A free day to experience Jasper National Park as if you were a local! Whatever you choose to explore I
can guarantee I have either personally been there or know someone who has. Bring lots of film and
get ready to experience one of the truly most beautiful places in the world.
Saturday June 19th
Departure day. For those that can only manage a week, we’ll take you back to Calgary for
your flights home. Come back soon!. For those that would like to stay on, we can organize more
golf and more sightseeing.
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The Mount Kidd course at Kananaskis. Golf Digest says this is one of the 5 courses in North America you have to play!
The Castle of the Rockies: The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Possibly no finer mountain retreat in the world.