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Hawks Nest Golf Club Launches Winter Holiday Program Amidst Diverse Golf Community Activities.
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Hawks Nest Golf Club schedules two daily junior golf clinic sessions (11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.) on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the winter school holidays, with bookings essential by calling the pro shop at 4997 0740; the program also features Chenay Nesbitt performing live on Sunday, July 12 at 4 p.m. and a Christmas in July dinner on Friday, July 10.
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Swings for Smiles will be the fourth annual charity golf open on May 5, 2025 at Wildwood Golf Club in Allison Park, Pennsylvania; registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10 a.m.; the day includes breakfast, lunch, raffles, and proceeds support One Day to Remember’s mission for families facing cancer.
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Hawks Nest Golf Club in New South Wales is gearing up for a packed winter school holidays program, blending junior golf clinics, live music, and a Christmas in July dinner into one community-focused event schedule. The club is targeting families looking for activities during the school break, with bookings already open through the pro shop.
Junior Golf Clinics Run Twice Daily on Weekdays
Hawks Nest is running junior golf clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the winter school holidays. Sessions are held at 11:30 a.m. and again at 2:30 p.m. Parents must book ahead by calling the pro shop at 4997 0740. The club says bookings are essential, so spots are expected to fill quickly.
The program is designed to get kids on the course in a fun, low-pressure setting. Two daily sessions give families flexibility around other holiday plans. It is part of a broader push by the club to build junior interest in golf during the school break.
Live Music and Christmas in July Anchor the Social Calendar
Beyond the clinics, Hawks Nest has a full social program lined up. Singer Chenay Nesbitt performs live on Sunday, July 12 at 4 p.m. A Christmas in July dinner is set for Friday, July 10. The club is also running weekly Music Bingo and a Kids Disco, giving families multiple reasons to visit throughout the break.
The Christmas in July dinner is a popular winter tradition at Australian clubs, bringing a festive feel to the coldest part of the year. Pairing it with live entertainment and kids' activities makes it a full-weekend draw for local families and visitors alike.
Golf Programs Elsewhere Bring the Sport to New Audiences
Hawks Nest is not alone in using golf to reach new communities. In North Carolina, Essie Academy's School of Golf Summer Camp recognized seven students on July 2. The school had no formal PE curriculum and no playground — just a blacktop. Donations funded nets and golf balls, and the program partnered with Corbin Hills and Rolling Hills to give students access to real facilities.
In Scotland, the Caddie School for Soldiers sent six veterans to Dumbarnie Links in Fife for a month-long program. PGA Master Professional David Scott helped launch the initiative after meeting author Don Snyder. The program uses golf as a tool for healing after wartime trauma, offering veterans what organizers call a second chance.
Charity Golf Events and Backyard Practice Round Out the Scene
In Pennsylvania, the fourth annual Swings for Smiles charity golf open is set for May 5, 2025 at Wildwood Golf Club in Allison Park. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Breakfast, lunch, and raffles are all part of the day. Proceeds go to One Day to Remember, which supports families dealing with cancer.
Meanwhile, golf fans at home are getting creative. Online forums are buzzing with advice on backyard practice nets. Popular picks include the Rukket Haack net and PVC-framed DIY setups. Nets from JustForNets and PlayGOsports run roughly $100 to $140 for a 7-by-7-foot size — a budget-friendly way to keep swinging between rounds.
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