US MASTERS PARKING
We have received several inquiries regarding player fees and parking fees at Lemon Lake. Players will be allowed access to Lemon Lake County Park beginning Monday, April 30th through Sunday, May 6th at no additional daily cost to the player. We will work with our park staff to provide a player list so that players will receive their park pass when they first enter the park that week. If the player does not enter the park until the day of the tournament, their player pass may be picked up at the registration table at the Lake County Fairgrounds before the player’s meeting 12PM to 6PM on May 3rd with their player pack.
2017 PDGA Tim Selinske United States Senior Grandmasters!! A pleasure following these great players!! — with Dave Greenwell, Michael Cloyes, Jim Schultz, and Geoff Hungerford in Des Moines, Iowa.
GIVING BACK
Congratulations to James Wrenn on winning the US Masters all inclusive package! Our contribution for this tournament raised $1000 in ticket sales for the food bank. The food bank is able to turn every $1 into $8 of food to feed the local community making this an $8000 contribution. A BIG THANKS to James for contributing to this great cause and for everyone else who bought tickets. Your act of kindness has made a difference in someone’s life today!
REGISTRATION
Registration for this year's PDGA TIM SELINSKE UNITED STATES MASTERS DISC GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP opens JANUARY 5th!! To register for this event, please go to PDGA.com. REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES APRIL 29th at 5PM CST. This event will have a maximum of 306 players. Waitlists will be made available for those divisions that fill. A full entry fee will be required for the player's division and those players will be placed on the waitlist at that time.
Waitlist registrations ARE NOT guaranteed their event t-shirt size. Registrations can be made online at PDGA.com or by calling The Flight Center at 219-771-3472 and can be paid for via credit card or PayPal. THERE WILL BE ABSOLUTELY NO REGISTRATIONS TAKEN AFTER APRIL 29th at 5PM CST. Players should plan accordingly.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
We want to allow for as many participants as possible to play this event. We do our best to cap divisions initially but reserve the right to change division pools based on player interest and as the event begin.
You MUST BE A PDGA MEMBER to play this event. You will also be required to take the Official's Exam. For more information on becoming a PDGA member or to renew your membership, please call the PDGA or contact us at The Flight Center @ 219-771-3472!
PLAYERS PACKS
The Flight Center works diligently to partner with sponsors and contributors to provide some of the most impressive players packs and payouts in the sport. We are actively working with our sponsors on the details of the player pack items.
Our THANKS to the following player pack contributors who have already pledged to help sponsor and provide player pack items to our AMs!!
INNOVA Disc Golf
Lemon Lake Flight Center
Discraft
Gateway Disc Sports
Daredevil Discs
MVP
California Krush
Battle Creek DGC
AM Player Packs will include but are not limited to the following:
4 Disc Pack
Novelty Mini Basket
Birdie Bag
Event Mini
Event Shirt
Towel
PRO Player Pack
*We have had interest by some parties who are considering providing merchandise to our PRO players. More details coming soon!
HOTEL and CAMPING
Camping information is now available for US Masters. Those folks wishing to camp from Sunday 4/29 - 5/6 can do so at The Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point, IN located at 889 S Court St, Crown Point, IN. Campers will need to make reservations through the Fairgrounds office by contacting Paul at 219-776-6639. Campers will enter the East side entrance on Court Street. Water and electricity have been turned on. Bathrooms will be open. There are no showers available. RV camping only, no tents. Daily rate is $25. Our sincere thanks to the Lake County Fairgrounds staff for working with us.
There are many hotels to choose from located in the Merrillville, IN area, approximately 20 minutes drive time to Lemon Lake County Park. Merrillville, Indiana is a highly populated area with numerous restaurants and lodging possibilities. The link provided below lists the choice hotels we have secured through our Convention and Visitor's Authority. These hotels are providing breakfasts incentives and discounts for our players for dates May 3rd - May 6th. We are also negotiating an RV camping possibility at Lake County Fairgrounds but we will not have confirmation of that until sometime in early April. For more information or for additional questions please contact us at The Flight Center at 219-771-3472 or 847-436-2956.
http://www.mmxreservations.com/fer/#/southshore?pageCode=usmastersdiscgolf
ONSITE CONCESSIONS
As a convenience to our players we are always cooking up something at The Flight Center so players can relax and enjoy their experience in the park. Ask anyone. Players never go away hungry! Lunch will be made available to all players on Friday, Saturday and Sunday through The Flight Center and local food vendors for just $5 each day. Buy your lunch tickets through your player registration page or through The Flight Center onsite. We hope you will consider staying in the park and grabbing your lunch at our shop during your stay with us! All proceeds go to support this event!
LOCAL LIQUOR
Our local one stop beverage shop is none other than our favorite and big disc golf supporter HOLIDAY LIQUORS! Holiday offers a wide selection of wine, local and domestic brew.
Located in Cedar Lake Indiana at the corner of 133rd and Morse Street. Easy in and out parking just 90 seconds West of Lemon Lake County Park.
219-374-7495
http://holidayliquors.net/contact.php
VISIT OUR FAVORITE LOCAL HOTSPOTS
There’s certainly more than corn in Indiana! There are plenty of things to do and great restaurants just minutes from our park. We’re including some of our favorites here for your consideration and hope you'll spend some of your time in our community visiting these quality businesses!
THE LIGHTHOUSE
Just 5 minutes from Lemon Lake County Park is BIG city taste in our very own backyard. This hidden gem garnishes Cedar Lake and offers fine dining at reasonable prices. Select from a menu of fresh seafood, steaks and chops. It's our 5 Star pick and voted Best of the Region in 2017 and received the Certificate of Excellence from Tripadvisor also in 2017! You won't want to miss this hot spot with the amazing sunset view!
Check out their menu and more information @ http://www.cedarlakelighthouse.com
Lighthouse Restaurant
7501 Constitution Avenue
Cedar Lake, Indiana 46303
(219) 374-WAVE
info@CedarLakeLighthouse.com
Hours:
Monday–Friday: Open at 4PM
(Closed Mondays as of October 1)
Saturday: Open at 2PM
Sunday: Open at 12PM
CROWN BREWING
The “Special Forces” IPA is a must try and get this, the Crown Point Jail that John Dillinger escaped from in 1934 is right next door. Tours of the brewery are free by request—usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 11am-3pm. Tours at the Old Sheriff’s House and Jail run Saturdays 9am-1pm or Thursdays 6pm-8pm $5. Crown Brewing is the local favorite and just 5 minutes from Lemon Lake! Crown Brewing will be the
exclusive beer vendor on May 3rd at the Lake County
Fairgrounds kickoff meeting and Flymart!
211 South East Street
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 663-4545
www.crownbrewing.com
THREE FLOYDS BREWPUB
You won't want to miss out on the local brewing insanity of Three Floyds Brewing Company. Located just 16 miles from Lemon Lake County Park or just 14 miles from the Radisson Hotel, Three Floyds is an American microbrewery founded in 1996 and best known for a variety of beers including their once-a-year brew, Dark Lord, a Russian Imperial Stout that is issued every year at a brewery-based festival known as "Dark Lord Day". It's a disc golfer's favorite!
Three Floyds Brewing Co.
9750 Indiana Parkway
Munster, IN 46321
http://www.3floyds.com
OTHER LOCAL BREWERIES
Looking for more more information on our local breweries? Check out this trail map leading to all 24 breweries of the South Shore Region!
http://www.southshorecva.com/ssbt/map/
OLD CHICAGO MERRILLVILLE
If you're looking for pizza and a great selection of beer, Old Chicago in Merriville is one of the best around. We recommend the double deckeroni thin crust if you love pepperoni and their deep dish pizza holds up to that of downtown's Chicago's famous pizza ovens!
Address
740 E 81ST STREET
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
219-472-0616
Hours
Sun-Mon: 11:00am-12:00am
Tue-Sat: 11:00am-2:00am
Happy Hour
Mon-Fri: 3:00pm-6:00pm
Late Night
Sun-Mon: 10:00pm-12:00am
Tue-Sat: 10:00pm-2:00am
http://www.oldchicago.com/locations/merrillville
PORTILLO'S RESTAURANT
A local favorite! Great food at great prices. Ribs, chicken, fish, salads, Italian beef! Dine in or carry out.
Merrillville, Indiana
555 East 81st Ave.
Merrillville IN 46410
219-769-8300
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
To obtain a sponsorship packet, please email The Flight Center at lemonlakeflightcenter@yahoo.com or call 219-771-3472!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We are in need of volunteers for this event for all days. For information on how you can contribute, please contact our Volunteer Director Shawn McCarthy.
EVENT SCHEDULE
***ALL TIMES CST***
***All times SUBJECT TO CHANGE***
Lemon Lake County Park is open daily from 7AM until 1/2 hr before sunset. Players will be allowed practice days at no additional charge beginning Monday, April 30th through Sunday May 6th. Players must check in at the park's front gate and provide name and PDGA # to obtain a park pass for the week. Players who do not enter the park before the player meeting will obtain their park pass at check-in. ALL REGISTERED PLAYERS WILL RECEIVE A PARKING PASS FOR THIS EVENT.
Lemon Lake County Park will close daily at 9PM unless otherwise noted. THERE IS NO NIGHT GOLF ALLOWED ANYWHERE IN THE PARK AT ANY TIME. Players are asked to review all park rules as noted and outlined on this page below.
May 3rd - Thursday
EVENT KICKS OFF at LAKE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
ALL PLAYERS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND THE PLAYER MEETING at 6:30 PM at the Lake County Fairgrounds Industrial Building!!
Player Check-in
12PM - 6PM at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point, Indiana
Player's Packs and remaining parking passes will be distributed at check-in
NO EARLY DISTRIBUTION OF PLAYER PACKS will be permitted
We have planned a combined player check-in (12-6), player meeting (6:30-7:15) , flymart (4-6:30 (break 6:30 - 7:15), 7:15 - 9:00), food vending and beer garden (5-9) with putting challenge fundraiser & side games. The fairgrounds are located at:
Lake County Fairgrounds
Industrial Building
889 South Court Street
Crown Point, IN 46307
Event concludes at 10:00PM
Vendors must exit the building no later than 11:00PM
The Flight Center will be open with an onsite flymart and limited hot and cold concessions from 7AM closing promptly at 5PM for the player meeting.
May 4th - Friday
Lemon Lake County Park, Crown Point, IN
Players must check-in by 12:45PM
1 Round All Divisions
Shotgun start 1:00PM
No player meeting
LUNCH AVAILABLE AT THE FLIGHT CENTER
11AM - 12:45PM for ticket holders and for anyone wishing to purchase lunch before the round
PLAYER'S PARTY 5PM Onsite at the FLIGHT CENTER
Join us for a Flight Center style Player's Party with Live Entertainment, an AYCE buffet and some of our favorite local brew from 5:00PM - 8:00PM on Friday immediately after your round in the park! There is NO COST for this event so hang back here at the park for a casual night, grab some grub and suds and enjoy a little music on us!
Park closes 9PM
COMPETITION DAY 2
May 5th - Saturday
Lemon Lake County Park, Crown Point, IN
Players must check-in by 8:45AM
2 Rounds All Divisions
Shotgun start 9:00AM
No player meeting
Flight Center will be open with an onsite flymart, with hot and cold concessions from 7AM closing promptly at 9PM.
LUNCH AVAILABLE AT THE FLIGHT CENTER between rounds for ticket holders, volunteers and for anyone wishing to purchase lunch
Evening PUB Crawl
Details coming soon!
DAY 3
May 6th - Sunday
Lemon Lake County Park, Crown Point, IN
Players must check-in by 8:45AM
1 Round All Divisions
Shotgun start 9:00AM
No player meeting
Flight Center will be open with an onsite flymart, with hot and cold concessions from 7AM closing promptly at 9PM.
LUNCH AVAILABLE AT THE FLIGHT CENTER after the round for ticket holders, volunteers and for anyone wishing to purchase lunch
Awards Ceremony tentatively scheduled for 2:00PM
Reaching out to local and disc golf community vendors who are interested in coming out to vend in Crown Point, Indiana on Thursday, May 3rd at the Lake County Indiana Fairgrounds in support of the 2018 PDGA Tim Selinske United States Masters Disc Golf Championships and WE WANT YOU!! We're putting together a unique one night event to include the player's meeting, putting challenges and side games, music, a taste of the region including some of our favorite local foods, beer garden, and mega flymart. We've reached out to many of you and our list of interested parties is still growing. We've got 29,000 sq ft of retail space available and we're looking to pack this arena! Bring your club, bring your swag, contact us for a table or two and we'll make it happen! Come out and be part of this great experience in disc golf! To get on the list, just call The Flight Center at 219-771-3472. It's that easy!
Our THANKS to all those who have pledged to vend on May 3rd!!
Lemon Lake Flight Center
Crown Brewing (beer garden May 3rd)
Holiday Liquors (player's party May 4th)
Cute As A Cupcake (May 3rd)
(more food vendors coming soon!)
PDGA
INNOVA Disc Golf
Discraft
Daredevil Discs
Gateway Disc Sports
California Krush
Cahill Disc Golf Store
Riverside Disc Golf (WI)
Chubb Disc Golf
Paper or Plastic Sports and Games
Southside Disc Golf Club
Soul Flight Disc Golf
Dellwood Disc Golf
Steve Rachan
Iron Lion Disc Golf Store
Will Schleifer
Disc Golf 365
Death by Par
Plastic Addicts
Viking Discs
2018 PDGA TIM SELINSKE UNITED STATES MASTERS DISC GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
Lemon Lake Park
6322 W. 133rd Ave,
Crown Point, IN
46307
Our Invitation To You... Join us for a disc golf event unlike any other on Thursday, May 3rd - May 6th 2018 as we kick off the 2018 PDGA TIM SELINSKE UNITED STATES MASTERS DISC GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS at Lemon Lake County Park in Crown Point, Indiana. It's 3rd PDGA Major in just 8 years and our first opportunity to host this prestigious event. This year's event will feature 3 full days and 4 rounds of disc golf for both the Professional and Amateur Players on Lemon Lake's World Championship Disc Golf Courses. The event will host a maximum of 306 players on a combined layout of the 5 course including Silver and Gold, Blue, the extended White Course and the newly restored Red Course. Lemon Lake County Park is the host site of numerous annual partnered disc golf events each year and was the awarded host site for the 2010 and 2013 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships. The park's 5 courses are nestled in approximately 168 of the 403 beautifully wooded and recently restored acres. A world-class onsite venue, The Lemon Lake Flight Center was also awarded as the first PDGA Regional Development & Education Center for Disc Golf in 2015. The Flight Center Pro Shop carries merchandise from the best companies in the disc golf business and offers onsite hot and cold concessions, maps, course and park information and free disc golf lessons. The Lemon Lake Flight Center provides a tournament central with leadership, sport programming and sponsorship for numerous events throughout the year including the Matt "HOMIE" Lovasko Memorial, The Indiana State Doubles Championship and is home to the Indiana State Disc Golf Museum. Disc golfers may also view the PDGA historical disc exhibit onsite at the Flight Center which provides an evolutionary look back at the sport of disc golf. It is sure to be a great weekend of disc golf competition with fun, friends, a taste of the region foods, music and the local brew. On behalf of the Lemon Lake Flight Center we wish to welcome all of the great players, sponsors, leadership, clubs and our disc golf family that will come together to make this event possible and a memorable experience for us all! Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring your game and join us for a great weekend at Lemon Lake. We hope to see you all at this one this year!
Fly On!
History of the Tim Selinske United States Masters Disc Golf Championship
Welcome to the 2018 PDGA Tim Selinske United States Masters Disc Golf Championship. This is the premiere disc golf event for players ages 40 and up. The disc golf community is proud to continue the tradition of
The United States Masters Disc Golf Championship is named after Tim Selinske, a founding partner of INNOVA Discs and PDGA Hall of Fame Member. Tim was the creator of the US Masters Disc Golf Championships and the original Tournament Director. Tim passed away in August 2009 after a brave battle with a rare illness.
In 2000, Tim hosted the first USMDGC which was held at Whittier Narrows Disc Golf Course in Southern California. This event was won by David Greenwell. In 2004, the event was moved to La Mirada Regional Park in California. US Masters players were treated to rounds on the fabled "Golden State Layout". Hosting the event on this famous championship caliber course added yet another level of prestige to this PDGA Major Event.
While Tim created the US Masters as a disc golf competition to honor age protected players, Tim wanted this event to be about celebrating sportsmanship and having fun! Tim continued to host the annual event until his death in August 2009. The 2009 US Masters was hosted in the weeks following Tim's passing. Event through his illness, Tim was still working to host this annual event. To honor his memory, the event was renamed The Tim Selinske US Masters Disc Golf Championship. Having a PDGA Major named after Tim Selinske is a true testament to his efforts in creating this event as well as honoring his lifetime of contributions to the sport of disc golf.
In 2010 the Tim Selinske USDGC traveled to the International Disc Golf Center in Appling, GA. This marked the start of several new traditions for the annual PDGA Major Event. This was the first time the event was held outside of the state of California. This same year a perpetual trophy was created which includes the names of all the US Masters Champions since the year 2000. The event now travels across the United States each year to be hosted by different cities and clubs. The PDGA selects host cities through the PDGA Major Bidding Process.
Please remember that Tim would have personally wanted each and every player and volunteer to have fun and celebrate disc golf!
EVENT TEAM
For information regarding this year's US Masters not listed here, please call The Flight Center @ 219-771-3472! Updates regarding the event will be posted here and at The Flight Center at Lemon Lake when additional information becomes available. NOTE: ALL INFORMATION LISTED IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Please check back often for the latest information.
Tournament Director - Jay J. Svitko
Assistant Tournament Director - Old Man Wallis
Pre-Event Volunteer Director - Shawn McCarthy
Onsite Event Volunteer Director - Chuck Wallis
Indiana State Coordinator - Steve Boylan
Illinois State Coordinator - Mike Krupicka
Lake County Park Superintendent - Chris Cioroianu
Course Design - Wilbur Wallis, Jay J. Svitko
LOC Event Director - Deb Svitko
PDGA Events Director - Michael Downes
PDGA Tour Manager - Andrew Sweeton
Scoring Director - Old Man Wallis, Wilbur Wallis
Check-In Assistants - Old Man & Mom Wallis Lemon Lake Park Manager - April Brown
Grounds Crew - LCPR Staff
Sponsorships & Merchandising - The Flight Center Event Artist - Skeet Scienski
LOC Graphics Design, Publications, Web Design, Social Media, Marketing, Event Program - Deb Svitko
Event Scheduling - The Flight Center
Food Services - The Flight Center, Strack and VanTil, Holiday Liquors, Cute As A Cupcake, Crown Brewing
Security - Lake County Sheriff's Office
Trophies - Main Sporting Goods, East Chicago, IN.
Welcoming the 2018 PDGA Tim Selinske United States Disc Golf Championship Presenting Sponsor INNOVA DISC GOLF to Lemon Lake County Park! We are very thankful for our partnership with INNOVA through the years, their dedication to the growth and continuation of our sport and to small local businesses like ours. Though we can't release all the details of their sponsorship just yet, we can say that their contribution this year will benefit our event players and future players at Lemon Lake for many years to come. More details to come! Stay tuned!
2017/2018 Lemon Lake County Park Park Rules and Regulations
Important information to help you enjoy your park experience!
The following rules have been adopted to assure enjoyment of the park by you and others that visit our establishment. Help preserve the park's natural areas and that of its inhabitants.
______GATE FEE: Gate fees are collected at Lemon Lake when a gatekeeper is on duty. The Flight Center does not collect any fees for Lake County Parks for disc golf or parking. Gate fees have been cared for and included in your registration fee for this event. Players will be allowed access to the park beginning Monday, April 30th at 7AM through Sunday, May 6th and the close of the event.
______PARK HOURS: The parks are open from 7AM until ½ hour before sunset. Sunset varies throughout the year. Disc Golfers are expected to observe and follow park hours of operation of 7AM until ½ hour before sunset. There is NO DISC GOLF PERMITTED AFTER THE PARK CLOSES and NO NIGHT ROUNDS PERMITTED. Vehicles left parked after sunset risk towing at the owner’s expense, park imposed fines and loss of league privileges.
______TEE TIME AND SPEED OF PLAY: Players are expected to maintain a proper pace of play.
______SOLICITING: Soliciting, peddling, collecting fees, fund-raising or the sale of any items, disc golf merchandise or food is not allowed on park property without an official permit.
______ALCOHOL: Consumption of beer and wine (no kegs without special permit open to caterers) is limited to picnic areas with meals and is prohibited on disc golf courses, trails, roadways, parking lots, beaches, other aquatic areas, and open play areas. Other alcohol is not permitted in the parks. The park is for the enjoyment of all, so proper behavior must be observed. The sale of beer is prohibited without a special permit from the Park Board and appropriate permits from the State of Indiana.
______EQUIPMENT: The moving, addition of, removal of or alteration of any disc golf basket is strictly prohibited. Basket and park bench graffiti and the destruction of park equipment will result in the loss of league privileges. Recreational awnings, tents, generators or other additional equipment requires prior approval of the park department.
______DAMAGE: Any damage caused by an individual disc golfer is the responsibility of that individual disc golfer. Excessive damage could result in the loss of future disc golf privileges at Lemon Lake.
______ETIQUETTE: Due to the close proximity of shelters, picnic areas, and other disc golfers on the courses, amplified music, microphones, loudspeakers, starter pistols and musical instruments are not permitted. Players are expected to use proper disc golf etiquette. Excessive vulgarity or aggression towards park patrons, players, park employees, park representatives or shop owners will result in the loss of course privileges.
______FIRES: FIRES ON ANY DISC GOLF COURSE ARE STRICTLY FORBIDDEN. Fires are permitted only in established grills or privately owned grills.
______VEHICLES: For safety reasons, motorists are to observe speed limits as posted. Vehicles are allowed only on roadways and in designated parking areas. VEHICLES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON ANY GRASSY AREAS OR BRICK WALKWAYS OR ON ANY DISC GOLF COURSE FAIRWAYS, WALKWAYS OR PATHWAYS LEADING TO FAIRWAYS ON THE DISC GOLF COURSES.
______ENVIRONMENTAL: The modification of any disc golf course at Lemon Lake including the removal or moving of baskets is PROHIBITED. The cutting or removal of grass, trees, bushes, flowers or any other living or non-living plant material to alter a fairway or course or for the purpose of using these natural materials for firewood or other purposes is prohibited. Due to the environmental damage that can result from the use of certain chemicals in insecticides, no spraying or fogging is allowed. The removal of artifacts is prohibited. The use of metal detectors is not permitted on LCPRD grounds.
______FIREWORKS: Due to fire and other safety hazards, fireworks of any kind on park grounds are strictly forbidden.
______FIREARMS: The use of firearms of any type is not permitted at Lemon Lake.
______PROJECTILES: Any projectile, archery, engine powered model airplanes, boats, and cars or drones are not allowed. DISC GOLFERS SHOULD USE CAUTION WHEN THROWING DISCS ACROSS FAIRWAYS WATCHING FOR PARK PATRONS AND CHILDREN WALKING IN THESE AREAS!!
______WATER SAFETY and RESTRICTIONS: Swimming and the use of water craft are not permitted at Lemon Lake. Discs that can be seen and easily retrieve from shorelines may be retrieved. Scavenging for lost discs or intentionally throwing or driving discs into any lake at the park is strictly prohibited.
______WILDLIFE: Hunting (except in areas designated for such purposes) or trapping any wild bird or animal is prohibited. Help preserve the park’s natural areas and that of its inhabitants.
______RECYCLING AND CLEAN UP: Trash receptacles are placed throughout all disc golf courses when weather is favorable. Your use of trash receptacles helps keep the environment clean. Please lend a hand in keeping the park beautiful and ready for the next visitor.
______PETS: Pets shall be leashed not more than six feet in length and under the owner’s control at all times. Owners are responsible for cleanup after their pets. Please be aware that many people are fearful of dogs.
Lake County Parks and Recreation Department Corporate Office
219-769-PARK Mon-Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm Central Time (Chicago Time)
8411 East Lincoln Highway
Crown Point, Indiana 46307