Department of Parks
General Butler Offers A Shot In the Dark With Night Owl Golf

Press Release Date:  Thursday, August 17, 2006  
Contact Information:  Gil Lawson
(502) 564-8110 Ext. 307
gil.lawson@ky.gov
 


 

CARROLLTON, Ky. – Some golfers have a bad round and feel like they’re playing in the dark. General Butler State Resort Park is going to give golfers a chance to see just how good they are – playing in the dark.

 

The Carroll County state park’s annual Night Owl 9-Hole Golf Scramble is Sept. 16 starting at 8:30 p.m.

 

The four-member teams will play in the dark with the help of glow in the dark balls and other items to help golfers. Registration is required by Sept. 14. Players must be at least 16 years old and the scramble is limited to 13 teams. The cost is $120 per team.

 

The fee includes green and carts fees, two glow balls, door prizes, refreshments and prizes for first and second. There will also be prizes for men’s and women’s longest drive and closest to the hole. (Alcohol is not permitted).

 

Teams can register at the pro shop or by mail. Call 502-732-4384 for information.

 

 

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The Kentucky State Park System is composed of 52 state parks plus an interstate park shared with Virginia. The Department of Parks, an agency of the Commerce Cabinet, operates 17 resort parks with lodges -- more than any other state. Each year, Kentucky parks draw 7 million visitors and contribute $317 million to the economy. For more information on Kentucky parks, visit our Web site at http://www.parks.ky.gov