![]() ![]() We are home to many successful local charity and business tournaments and we regularly host competitive junior, amateur and pro events.įor over forty years, we've continued to improve and now we're one of Niagara's most popular courses. ![]() Our junior program has quickly grown into one of Niagara's finest and we provide lessons to over 150 kids each summer. Sawmill is a busy semi-private club with a growing membership, active leagues, and lesson programs. In 2014, a driving range opened on adjacent property to complement the existing short game practice area. The clubhouse underwent a major renovation during the winter of 2009/10 and still sits prominently offering panoramic views of the course. As the course matured with trees, new tees and bunkers were built (or renovated), cart paths were installed and turf conditions flourished.Ĭarl Schwenker designed and built the original clubhouse with accompanying tennis courts and a swimming pool. Despite mediocre playing conditions in the early years, the layout took advantage of the existing natural features and many trees were planted. The course, designed by Gord Witteveen and Nicol Thompson, opened for play in 1976 to humble beginnings. Once the land was purchased by George and Gail Julie (Carl's daughter), they moved into the farmhouse and construction on the course began. The rural property was characterized by gently rolling hills, deciduous forests, and two meandering creeks. After searching for locations throughout Niagara, a dairy farm on Sawmill Road was selected. The vision for Sawmill began with Carl Schwenker and his dream of building a golf course, following up on successful pool and home construction businesses. Golfer Profile with Automatic Stats Tracker Golf Games: Skins, Stableford, Par, Stroke Scoring Download the Sawmill Golf Course app to enhance your golf experience! ![]()
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