Our History
Welcome to the Leduc Golf Club, a cherished destination where tradition meets the passion for golf. Our club, a semi-private oasis, invites enthusiasts and the public alike to revel in the joys of golfing and the pleasures of our distinguished dining room and Thunderdome. Our story, rooted in the love for the game and community spirit, spans over six decades, transforming visions into reality.
Welcome to the Leduc Golf Course & Country Club
A cherished destination where tradition meets the passion for golf. Our club, a semi-private oasis, invites enthusiasts and the public alike to revel in the joys of golfing and the pleasures of our distinguished dining room and Thunderdome. Our story, rooted in the love for the game and community spirit, spans over six decades, transforming visions into reality.
Beginnings and Evolution
In the spring of 1961, the Leduc Golf Club was born as a humble nine-hole course. Through the years, it has undergone significant transformations, expanding and maturing into the captivating eighteen-hole course it is today. With a Par 71 and stretching over 6,600 yards of meticulously maintained fairways, our course offers a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all levels.
The Course's Character
The front nine is renowned for its tree-lined fairways that gracefully frame the playing path, interspersed with water hazards that test the golfer's strategy and precision. Transitioning to the back nine, players find themselves in a different realm—fewer trees but an increased presence of water, with large ponds and creeks that weave through the fairways, demanding thoughtful navigation. The journey concludes on bent grass greens, where subtle slopes and breaks challenge even the most skilled putters.
More Than Just Golf
But the Leduc Golf Club experience extends far beyond the final green. We invite you to unwind after your round with a refreshing beverage and a gourmet meal in our welcoming dining facilities. On days when the weather smiles upon us, our spacious deck offers a serene vantage point overlooking the eighteenth green—a perfect backdrop for relaxation and camaraderie.
A Legacy in the Making
From its inception, the Leduc Golf Club has been more than a place to play golf; it's a community where friendships are forged, and memories are made. Each fairway and green holds stories of triumphs and challenges, echoing the laughter and determination of those who've walked them. As we look to the future, we're committed to preserving the essence of our heritage while embracing the innovations that keep us at the forefront of the golfing world.
Join Our Story
We invite you to become part of the Leduc Golf Club's storied history. Whether you're a seasoned golfer seeking to test your mettle or someone new to the game looking to learn, our doors are open. Discover the camaraderie, challenge, and beauty that await at the Leduc Golf Club—where every visit is an opportunity to make history.
Story of the LGC
On June 1st 1960, fourteen men got together at the home of Mr. Wave Reynar to discuss getting a golf course. They were Wave Reynar, Fit Reynar, Wiliam Lede, Kary Bienert, Rod Johnson, Fred Read, Ralph Mitelsteadt, Jack Garlough Sr., Eric Schrader, Dave McHarg, Elmer Roth, Gordon Gaetz, Paddy Taylor, John Smyth.
Approximately a year before that meeting Mr. Sam Wright came into John Smyth's office and asked him if he would like to buy his farm for $15,000.00. John declined as he didnt think he would be staying in Leduc for very long. John later passed on this information to Mr. Wave Reynar, who called a meeting at his home.
At this meeting, two locations were discussed, but they went with the Wright Farm as it was suitable to build 18 holes. By this time the price had gone up to $20,000.00.
In order to raise the money to buy the land they issued 200 shares at $100.00 per share. All the shares were sold out within 10 days. Most of those who bought shares were not golfers and had never held a golf club in their hands. The population of Leduc at this time was 2429. Wave Reynar was elected president, Fred Read as vice president and John Smyth as secretary. The first nine holes were designed and they bought a mower, a tractor and a grater. They also purchased a temporary garage. Mr. Hary Beinart looked into getting the proper seeds.
The Department of highways purchased the topsoil on holes five, nine, eighteen and fifteen for $15,000.00. They also had to get permission from the CPR to go over the railway tracks.
In 1961, they got the first pro shop and then in 1962, the course was officially opened. The fees were $30.00 per year for men and $10.00 for women; $1.50 to play during the week and $2.00 on the weekends.
in 1962 they needed to get a loan from the bank for $32, 000.00. In order to get the loan, each board member had to endorse a note for $1,000.00 each.
In 1963, the Department of highways bought 8.6 acres for $21,500.00.
At this time, this land was located in the county of Leduc. Mr. Walter Knee was the first greenskeeper, he was paid $1.50 per hour and the two Wright brothers were also hired. In 1964, Mr. Peter Stepanko became a greenskeeper. From 1969 to 1981 Peter and Molly Stepanko ran the course. Leduc Construction cleared the creek on holes six and seven.
In 1963 the Ladies Club was formed with Fran Mcinnis as the first president. They planted flowers and. made drapes etc. Mrs. Dorothy Laurie did a history of the Ladies Club.
In 1967 the Alberta government provided 800 trees free of charge. Working bees were formed and the trees were planted.
In 1971 the clubhouse was built for $18,794.00 and the official opening was on June 11, 1972. And in September of 1972 the back nine holes were started. Also, Leduc Construction now known as Ledcor cleared the creek on hole number three.
John Smyth said that it is quite astonishing the amount of work that Mr. Bill Lede as well as Mr. Herb Lede did for the golf course.