The Moose Jaw Lawn Bowling Club will be looking to see the sport continue to grow in Canada’s Most Notorious City when they open their new season in mid-May.
Located in the northeast corner of Crescent Park, the club features a large playing green and clubhouse for members, with games being played almost every day of the week.
That makes for some busy times some days, but the MJLBC wouldn’t have it any other way.
The game itself is similar to curling, with the weighted bowls scoring points by being closest to the jack. Being able to judge green speed, distance, angles and how hard to throw are all key components, with top-flight competitions often coming down to inches to decide scores each end.
One of the most attractive aspects of the sport is how it can be played by anyone of any age, and all one needs to pick up the sport is a comfortable pair of shoes -- the club itself will supply the bowls, until you get good enough to pick up your own set.
The MJLBC runs playing times from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday during the summer months and also have drop in times scheduled at Yara Centre during the winter. Folks are also welcome from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesdays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays.
The club held a special free ‘Try Lawn Bowling’ session on National Bowls Day last June to rave reviews, and will be following up with more opportunities for potential future members to try out the game.
That includes Victoria Day on Monday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., National Bowls Day on Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Canada Day Saturday , July 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Welcome Wednesdays will also be held each day in the month of June from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
All newcomers need to do is register in the clubhouse beforehand, and a member will show you all the ins and outs of the game.
For more information on the Moose Jaw Lawn Bowling Club and how to become a member, visit their web page at www.moosejawlawnbowling.com and search for the club on Facebook.
