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The Season So Far

Can you believe it is already September! We have had an excellent season so far. With the warm weather, incredible course conditions, and the option to Play More Save More at Fort In View, you are playing more rounds than ever before. Thank you for choosing Fort In View!

Fortunately, the season isn’t over yet. Keep booking those tee times and continue reading to learn about our fall pro shop sale!

In addition to enjoying this fall season, we are also starting to look ahead to next year. We have been working hard to bring you the best golf experience in the edmonton area, but we want to hear your first hand report. At the end of this post you will find information about how you can get involved with making the experience at Fort In View even better!

Pro Shop Picks – Fall Merchandise Sale

We can’t guarantee that you won’t lose your ball, but we can make sure you stand out on the course! We have curated a selection of bold patterns and bright colours. Check out the preview below and then stop by the pro shop!

Fall Pro Shop Sale: 40% off all clothing, shoes and accessories!
_{*Excludes golf balls, tees, gloves, NHL bags and ball markers.}

1. Callaway Tour Authentic Performance Pro Hat in Navy. $49.95 $29.97 2. Adidas Men’s Code Chaos 25 Spikeless Golf Shoes in Collegiate Navy/Cloud White/Better Scarlet. $164.95 $98.90 3. Original Penguin Flash Cards Golf Polo in Bright White. $89.95 $53.97

1. Rolo Golf Women’s Limited Edition Polo in Kaleidoscope. $74.95 $44.97 2. Adidas Women’s Ultimate365 Frilled Skort in Collegiate Navy. $74.95 $44.97 3. Adidas Women’s Tech Response 3.0 Spiked Golf Shoe in White. $109.95 $65.97

1. Pocket Brush. $8.00 2. Callaway Men’s Performance Pro Hat in Heather & Pink. $49.95 $29.97 3. Rolo Golf Men’s Limited Edition Polo in Blacklight. $74.95 $44.97

1. Adidas Women’s Ultimate365 Solid Sleeveless Polo Shirt in Spark Green. $54.95 $32.97 2. Callaway Women’s Liquid Metal Adjustable Visor in Glacier & Silver. $39.95 $23.97 3. Adidas Women’s Printed Skort in Lucid Fuchsia. $74.95 $44.97

See something you like? Don’t miss out, stock is limited! Stop by the pro shop after your next round.

Providing you with the best golf experience in the Edmonton Area!

From the clubhouse to the greens, we pride ourselves on providing you with a superb golf experience! How do we do that, you ask? Not only do we offer you the best rates, but we also do it without compromising on excellent customer service and course conditions. Plus, we never turn away feedback!

As we enter the fall season, we are starting to look ahead to next year. We want to know all about your golf experience at Fort In View. What keeps you coming back, and what can we do to make it even better? Click the link below to fill out our Fall Feedback Survey. It only takes a few minutes, and we will greatly appreciate your input. Also, by filling out our Fall Feedback Survey, you will be entered to win a $100 VIP Card! Click below to help us plan for 2026 golf season that will be better than ever!

Thank you and good luck!

Canada has its fair share of impressive golfers. There are currently 42 Canadian golfers competing on major golf tours, including Adam Hadwin, Brooke Henderson, Richard T. Lee, Taylor Pendrith, Nick Taylor, and Mike Weir. Plus, many more are playing on non-major tours. All of these players are following in the footsteps of some iconic figures in Canadian golf history. According to The Canadian Encyclopedia, the game of golf has been played in Canada since 1873. To celebrate Canada Day, we want to highlight some legendary Canadian golfers from the early days of golf in this country! Let’s take a look back at some of the iconic figures in Canadian golf history!

George Seymour Lyon

1858 – 1938

Despite a late start to the game at the age of 38, George Seymour Lyon won the gold medal in golf in the 1904 Summer Olympics. Additionally, he has won over 15 Canadian amateur golf championships. Lyon’s legacy has been honoured by the Canada Sports Hall of Fame and the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame.

Notable Tournament Wins

• 1904 Olympic Gold Medalist
• 8-time winner of the Canadian Amateur Championship between 1898 and 1914
• 10-time winner of the Seniors’ Golf Association Championship between 1918 and 1930

Karl Keffer

1882 – 1955

Karl Keffer was one of the founding members of the PGA of Canada in 1911. He sat on the Board of Directors as Honorary Secretary-Treasurer from 1914-1928, Captain from 1934-1937 and President from 1938 to 1940. Keffer won the Canadian Open twice during his professional career, and he remained the only Canadian-born winner of the national open until Nick Taylor’s 2023 victory.

Notable Tournament Wins

• 1909 Canadian Open
• 1914 Canadian Open
• 1919 Manitoba Open
• 1926 Quebec Open

Charlie & Albert Murray

Brothers Charlie and Albert Murray both had impressive golf careers starting in the early 1900s. Charlie began his career in the early 1890s under the mentorship of George Cumming, another key Canadian golf figure, also known as “The Dean of Canadian Professional Golfers”. Both brothers, along with George, were co-founders of the PGA of Canada and winners of the Canadian Open.

Charlie Murray
1882 – 1938

While assisting George Cumming, Charlie worked as a caddie, learned the art of club-making and how to be a proficient player and teacher. Charlie won the Canadian Open twice, as well as the inaugural 1912 Canadian PGA Championship.

Notable Tournament Wins

• 1906 Canadian Open
• 1911 Canadian Open
• 1912 Canadian PGA Championship
• 1933 Quebec Golf Association Spring Open
• 10-Time winner of the Quebec Open between 1909 and 1924

Albert Murray
1887 – 1974

At just 16 years old, Albert Murray became the youngest Canadian Professional Golfer while working as an assistant to his older brother Charlie. And in 1908, Albert became the youngest Canadian Open winner. He later went on to become a golf course architect.

Notable Tournament Wins

• 1908 Canadian Open
• 1913 Canadian Open
• 1924 Canadian PGA Championship

Ada Mackenzie

1891 – 1973

Ada Mackenzie played multiple sports, including golf, cricket and tennis. She made numerous advances for women who wanted to participate in the game of golf. In 1924, she founded the Ladies Golf Club of Toronto. And in 1930, she opened a women’s sportswear store, filling a much-needed gap in the sportswear market. In 1933, she was named the outstanding female athlete of the year by The Canadian Press. Additionally, she holds 15 amateur tournament wins.

Notable Tournament Wins

• 5-Time Winner of the Canadian Women’s Amateur between 1919 and 1935
• 5-Time Winner of the Canadian Ladies’ Close Championship between 1926 and 1933
• 5-Time Winner of the Canadian Senior Women’s Championship between 1955 and 1969

Another Golf Season Has Come to an End

Fort In View is now closed. Thank you for joining us for another great season of golf! We appreciate everyone who played a round of golf at Fort In View this past season. Whether you joined us for a single round or made it out for a weekly game, we want to thank you for being a part of the Fort In View community!

Staff Appreciation

Huge thank you to our greens crew, clubhouse staff, cart crew and last but not least, our starters & marshalls! We appreciate everything you do to keep the course in excellent playing conditions and provide top-notch customer service. The course could not operate without you!

Off-Season Hours

Our staff will be operating on limited hours for the rest of the year. Please call or email us before visiting the course. You can contact us HERE. We look forward to seeing you on the course again next season! In the meantime, watch this space for 2025 early-bird specials.

Thanks for choosing Fort In View!

35% off all clothing, shoes & accessories.*

The golf season is almost over and the holidays are fast approaching. Whether you are shopping for yourself or someone else, It is the perfect time to shop the Fort in View 2024 Pro Shop Sale! Keep scrolling for a sneak peek and then stop by before or after your next round to see what’s in store.

Men’s Clothing & Accessories – Muted Primaries

1. adidas S2G Boa – Grey & Cloud White $124.95 $81.22
2. adidas Ultimate365 AOP Polo – Collegiate Navy $74.95 $48.72
3. Pocket Brush Portable Golf Club Brush – Sunday Red $8.00 $5.20
4. Callaway Practice Green Adjustable Hat – Olive Heather $49.95 $32.47

Winter Essentials – Team Spirit

1. Callaway Tour Authentic Pom Beanie – Navy $39.95 $25.97
2. NHL Hockey Stick Snow Brush – Edmonton Oilers $18.00 $11.70
3. Callaway Women’s Pom Pom Beanie – Black $39.95 $25.97
4. NHL Deluxe Velour Towel – Edmonton Oilers $18.00 $11.70

Women’s Clothing & Accessories – Amethyst and Blue Agate

1. adidas Womens Spray-Dye Golf Hat – Navy $34.95 $22.72
2. adidas Lightweight Half-Zip Top – Fig $69.95 $45.47
3. adidas Women’s Provisional (Water Repellent) Golf Pants – Black $89.95 $58.47
4. adidas Women’s Tech Response SL 3.0 Golf Shoes – Grey / Silver Violet $94.95 $61.72

Don’t miss out, stock is limited!

*Excludes gloves, balls & tees.

We are honoured to share the inaugural recipients of the Clark Bursary Award

The Clark family has generously donated an award of $1000 to three exceptional Fort In View employees who are currently studying at post-secondary institutions.

We wish them all the best in their studies!

In memory of Kent Clark.

Kent helped design and build the Fort-In-View Golf Course and clubhouse. He was very proud of the golf course. He was part of a mixed golf group that had been together for over 30 years. Kent was a great golfer and frustrated many opponents with his accuracy around the green, which came from hours of practice in his front yard.

The Fort In View Pro Shop is fully stocked with the best clothing, equipment and accessories to complement any golf game. Whether your Dad is new to golf or has been playing for years, he will love our top pro shop picks for Father’s Day.

1. Callaway Supersoft Limited Edition Father’s Day Logo Golf Balls – $39.00
2. Pocket Brush Portable Golf Club Brush in Orange – $8.00

3. Original Penguin Pete on the Course Golf Polo – $89.95
4. Titleist Players Performance Ball Marker Hat – $43.00

5. Official NHL Edmonton Oilers Magnetic Ball Marker – $4.76
6. Official NHL Edmonton Oilers Cart Bag – $225.00

7. 50% off golf all season long with Fort In View’s 2024 Play More Save More membership card!- $150.00
8. Fort In View VIP Gift Card – $25.00 – $100.00 (Custom amounts available in store)

Click below to shop gift cards, memberships and bags online and come out to the golf course to shop the full selection in store.

While we highly recommend all of the gifts above, nothing beats a day out on the course! So our last and most foolproof gift suggestion is take dad out for a round of golf!

We look forward to celebrating all of the golf dads with you!

It’s that time of year again!

The sun is shining, the grass is starting to green up, and the fairways are calling your name.
If you haven’t already, it’s time to dust off your clubs and join us on the course for another exciting golf season!

Make Sure Your Bag is Stocked With All the Essentials

Fort In View offers the best in equipment and apparel to complement your game. Stop by our Pro Shop to check out the latest brand-name clothing, golf clubs and accessories. After all, you want to be prepared for whatever the course throws your way! Keep scrolling for a sneak preview of what’s new in the Pro Shop.

New In Mens

1. Original Penguin Core Ventilated Golf Cap – Black Iris $35.00
2. Adidas Solarmotion 24 Lightstrike Golf Shoes – Cloud White/Collegiate Navy $139.95
3. Adidas Lightweight Half-Zip – Preloved Fig $69.95
4. Foot Joy Golf Course Doodle Stretch Pique Polo – Storm $89.95

New In Equipment & Accessories

1. Titleist Shamrock Zippered Valuables Pouch – Limited Edition $30.00
2. Titleist Shamrock Cart 14 Golf Bag – Limited Edition $340.00 $275.00
3. Callaway Supersoft Splatter 360 Golf Balls – Blue $9.75
4. Pocket Brush Portable Golf Club Brush – Masters Green $8.00

New In Ladies

1. Callaway WMS Stitch Magnet Golf Cap – White/Coral $44.95
2. Adidas WMS Summervent 24 Bounce Golf Shoes – Cloud White/Green Spark $109.95
3. Rolo Golf WMS Sleeveless Polo – Limited Edition Kaleidoscope $74.95
4. Adidas WMS 15″ Gradient Golf Skort – Crew Navy/Hazy Sky $72.95

Let’s start fresh, improve upon last year’s game, set new goals, and have fun! 

Give the Gift of Golf this Holiday Season

Are you shopping for the golfer in your life? Well, look no further, the perfect gifts can be found at Fort In View! From 50% off golf for the entire 2024 season to golf bags and gift cards, we have got your holiday shopping covered.

2024 Play More Save More Membership Card

Our Play More Save More membership card is one of, if not the best deals on golf you will find in the Edmonton area. Cardholders receive 50% off all regular-priced green fees, power carts, and the driving range! On top of these great discounts, they also get the same member treatment as our season pass holders and receive 14-day advanced booking privileges. Plus, it’s on sale just in time for the holidays!

*Card is valid for the entire 2024 golf season. Valid anytime, no restrictions.

Official Licensed NHL Golf Bags

It probably won’t surprise you that many Albertan golfers are also hockey fans. If this sounds like someone on your holiday list, then check out these officially licensed NHL golf bags!

This CaddyPro golf product has all of the features:

• Integrated top handle
• 14-way full-length dividers
• Embroidered Team Logos
• 5 zippered pockets
• 2 lift-assist handles
• Cooler pocket
• Fleece-lined valuables pouch
• Removable rain hood
• Umbrella holder
• & Towel Ring

Fort In View VIP Gift Cards

Last, but not least we offer gift cards in quantities of $25, $50 and $100 online or a custom amount in-store. Our gift cards make great stocking stuffers! They can be used anywhere in the clubhouse on rounds of golf, food & beverage or pro shop merchandise.

T perfect gifts for golfers are waiting!

New cart paths are in the works!

Gravel has been brought in and we are doing extensive work on the cart paths.

We are filling the holes, and the paths are being graded and smoothed out to improve your golfing experience at Fort In View next season.

2024 Early Bird Specials are On Now!

At Fort In View, we have a membership for everyone. No matter how often you want to play, we have you covered. Whether you are a Junior (U18), adult or Senior (60+) golfer, we have a season pass for you! Do you want to join a league? We have those, too!

Member perks include savings on regular golf rates and 14-day advanced booking privileges. Plus our staff get to know each of our members so you are guaranteed excellent customer service. 

Read more to learn about each type of membership at Fort In View and our 2024 Early Bird Specials.

Season Passes

Season passes are ideal for individual golfers who want to play multiple times a week. We also have corporate passes for 2 – 4 golfers. Corporate passes are perfect for people or businesses who want to share a membership.

Early Bird Special: Purchase your season pass before March 15, 2024, and get it at last year’s rate!

Click HERE to find the season pass that is right for you.

Play More Save More Membership Cards!

Fort In View’s Play More Save More card is one of the best golf deals you can get. If you plan to play five or more rounds of golf next season, this is the membership for you! Five rounds of 18-holes with cart is all it takes to start saving. And at our early bird price of $100, those savings start after just four rounds!

Cardholders receive 50% off golf, power carts, and the driving range + 14-day advance booking privileges for the entire 2024 golf season.

Early Bird Price: $100
Reg. Price: $150
*Sale ends on January 15, 2024.

Buy Now

Leagues

Our Tuesday Night Men’s League and Wednesday Night Ladies’ League leagues offer more than just weekly golf. They also provide friendly competition, food & drink specials and socializing in a relaxed environment.

Early Bird Special: Receive a FREE 2024 Play More Save More membership card when you register and pay your league fees before March 15, 2024!

Click below to learn more:

Men’s League

Ladies League

Still not sure which membership is right for you? Contact us HERE

Fort In View is now closed. Thank You for a Fantastic 2023 Golf Season!
Here’s to all of you who played at Fort In View this past season. Whether you were swinging for the stars or simply enjoying a leisurely round, your presence has made our golf community vibrant and welcoming.

We also want to thank our incredible staff and volunteers.
Our groundskeepers keep our course in excellent condition and our welcoming clubhouse staff makes the Fort In View experience what it is. Your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed. You are the backbone of our golfing community, and we are deeply grateful for your efforts.

Our staff will be operating on limited hours for the rest of the year.
Please call or email us before visiting the course. You can contact us HERE.

We look forward to seeing you on the course again next season!
In the meantime, watch this space for 2024 early-bird specials.

Thanks for choosing Fort in View!