Making a Difference
GolfBC's commitment to protecting our environment and preserving the natural heritage of the game of golf.
GolfBC's courses have worked with programs such as the Audobon Society and other initiatives led by industry organizations. As a group, our Grounds Maintenance and Golf Operations teams are also proud to promote programs and efforts to protect our environment and to minimze the potentially harmful impacts of golf course operations. Some of our efforts include:
- protecting and enhancing natural areas and wildlife habitats
- recycling of grass clippings
- consistent monitoring of diseases
- treating diseases curatively
- conserve water by sourcing existing moving water rather than extracting from the ground
- using water to supplement a fish bearing stream
Preservation of the wildlife habitats that surround the courses have always been an integral aspect of our environmental efforts. Various species of birds and small animals live peacefully in the wild natural habitat surrounding each golf course, while for instance in Whistler, bear proof garbage containers keep the larger animals at bay.
Going Green - Olympic View and Table Nineteen Victoria are a "BC Green Business"!
Olympic View Golf Club and Table Nineteen are proud to have attained the ultimate "GREEN LEADER" certification from BC Green Business. The organization was built to recognize the efforts of local businesses that are reducing their environmental impact. For businesses, it is a guide to greening operations and educating staff. For consumers, it is a symbol that lets you know which businesses have green practices. Together, we lead by example and protect our natural environment while promoting our local economy. Some of Olympic View's efforts to date include composting, recycling, water and electricity conservation, community volunteering and installing a bicycle rack to encourage more guests and team to ride their bikes. They also received the Surfrider "Ocean Friendly Business" certification, for implementing ways to reduce our environmental impact.
