Michigan Golf Journal January 2021

Events Director Quincy Ranville said proceeds of Ice Golf help fund things like the summertime fireworks and live music programs in St. Ignace. “It’s a really unique event that people are drawn to,” she said. “The location each year depends on the quality of ice, but we almost always have at least one set of 9 holes near Bridge View Park, on Lake Huron. If the ice is really bad, we’ll play that same 9 twice, but usually the second 9 is near downtown right in the middle of the bay.” Ranville said traditionally the ice is always thick enough; it would be deemed ‘bad ice’ if during the freezing process the ice became chunky instead of leaving a smoother, flat surface. “Last year the ice froze really late so we didn’t have enough time to make a second nine, so we played the same 9 twice,” Ranville added. “It can be hit and miss, and we’ve moved locations over the years. That’s how it goes. You can’t trust Mother Nature for perfect ice.” Learn More: Here are the main details according to the events website at: https:// stignace.com/event/u-p- ice-golf-scramble-glow-ball- challenge/ Participants are provided with a FREE shuttle during the weekend in St. Ignace. From Friday, February 26 at 5:00 pm to Saturday, February 27 at 4:00 pm, the shuttle will bring you to St. Ignace Visitors Bureau and Chamber of Commerce member businesses including lodging, restaurants, bars and shops. The shuttle will also take you to the ice course and back. The $40 entry fee includes: • $10 free Kewadin Casino slot play • Lunch on Saturday • Transportation to and from course and host restaurant • Commemorative Gift • Appetizers during awards ceremony • Awards & Giveaways T-shirts available for pre- order. MGJ Michigan Golf Journal Ice Golf