At Kamloops Golf & Country Club, one of our greatest assets is the stunning tree population that graces our course. These trees not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of our property but also set us apart from other courses in the area. They provide shade for our patrons and habitat for wildlife. It is our responsibility to care for and protect these valuable assets, ensuring their health and longevity. However, if left unaddressed, they can also present significant liabilities.

Our assessments will prioritize safety and tree health. If a tree is deemed dead, dying, or poses an imminent safety risk, it will be promptly removed. Additionally, we are committed to planting new trees in 2025, with plans to continue planting in the years ahead. We have selected the Celebration Maple as our tree of choice due to its quick growth, deep roots, salt tolerance, and beautiful fall color. A committee is being formed to help determine the best locations for new trees. This committee will include members, golfers, maintenance staff, and management, with the goal of ensuring new tree placements align with the course’s design and ease of maintenance. With Mike Graas and Peter Statsmann already committed, we are seeking one or two more individuals to join.

If you are interested in volunteering for this committee or have any questions, please contact Nathan Hagel at superintendent@kamloopsgolfclub.com.

Thank you for your continued support as we work to preserve and enhance the natural beauty of our course.

Nathan Hagel, Course Superintendent
Kamloops Golf & Country Club

KGCC MEMORIAL FLAG

At Kamloops Golf & Country Club, we honor the memory of our members who have passed away by lowering the KGCC flag to half-mast. As a sign of respect and remembrance, a notice will also be placed beside the flagpole to acknowledge their passing and recognize their connection to our club community.

MEMORIAL TREE & BENCH PROGRAM

As part of our ongoing commitment to honoring the legacy of our members, Kamloops Golf & Country Club offers a memorial tree and bench program. Members who have passed away can be commemorated with a tree planted in their memory on the course, creating a lasting tribute that contributes to the natural beauty of our grounds. Alternatively, families and friends may choose to purchase a memorial bench, complete with a personalized plaque to celebrate their loved one’s connection to the club. These meaningful additions not only honor those we’ve lost but also enhance the experience for all who enjoy our course.

Below is an image of the composite bench style we’ll be using, along with a course map showing current bench locations.
• Red triangles indicate existing old-style benches that are eligible for replacement.
• Yellow-starred benches are in urgent need of replacement.
• Blue triangles represent existing memorial benches already in place.

MEMORIAL TREE $600
MEMORIAL BENCH $4500

MEMORIALS 
From time-to-time requests are received from individuals, families, or organizations for permission to place a memorial to deceased former members on the golf course. Kamloops Golfand Country Club Ltd. 
(KGCC) is committed to protecting the beauty and playability of the golf course while providing opportunities for appropriately designed memorials that honour deceased members. This policy will serve as a guide for the approval of any memorials that may be placed on the golf course property. 

PURPOSE
The Memorial Policy shall provide a consistent and timely process for KGCC to approve and install requested memorials dedicated to deceased former members. Memorials that are placed on the golf course property without the express permission of the Board of Directors will be removed. 

RESPONSIBILITY
The General Manager of KGCC shall be responsible for: 
1) Considering requests, researching, identifying, and making recommendations to the Board of Directors for approval; and 
2) Once approved, the Manager will work with the maintenance staff (and donors) to design, acquire, and install approved memorials. 

MEMORIAL DONATION OPTIONS
There are two options for memorial donations at KGCC.
1) Memorial Tree, Preferred Option, Price is determined by market value
2) Memorial Bench, Price is Determined by Market Value 

KGCC will determine a suitable location for memorial donations while considering requests for specific locations. While donors may prefer a given location on the course for their memorial or a specific type of tree, the needs of the course and the course layout will take priority to not adversely affect playability or increase maintenance costs, while attempting to respect the wishes of the donors. 

Donations of a trees and benches will be the only approved memorials to be added to the golf course. Benches may be accompanied by a plaque (no larger than 4 by 8 inches) engraved with a memorial inscription (text only). Plaques of any kind will not be permitted with the donation of a tree. A brass name plate will be added to the “Memorial Tree” in the clubhouse dining room. 

KGCC will maintain (prune, water etc.) memorial trees, but will not replace any memorial trees that die. All donations are non-refundable and become the permeant property of KGCC once approved. 

APPROVAL PROCESS
Applicants must complete a memorial donation application. Applications can be obtained from the club’s administration office. The application must include the identity of the deceased member being honoured as well as the desired memorial message (if applicable). 

Upon receipt of the application letter, the General Manager will present the proposal to the Board of Directors for approval during the next scheduled meeting. Should the memorial be approved, the General Manager shall move forward with the recommendation of the final design and location of installation of the memorial. 

Should a memorial proposal not be approved, the Board of Directors may make a recommendation to the applicant regarding an acceptable memorial.