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Your Spring Golf Swing Is Finally Here Selkirk

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Your Spring Golf Swing Is Finally Here Selkirk

Morning from the Interlake — here's what's happening in Selkirk today.

You know, for all the talk about what's going on in the city, sometimes the real news is just about getting back to normal, getting outside. And for a lot of folks here, that means hitting the links. The City of Winnipeg just announced that their golf courses are opening this Saturday. Now, I know what you're thinking – "Nolan, what does Winnipeg's golf schedule have to do with Selkirk?" Well, everything, when you consider how many people from Selkirk and the surrounding Interlake communities head south to play those courses, especially early in the season before our local spots really get going.

### Why This Matters for Us

It's a small thing, maybe, but it’s a sign that spring is really here, past the snow and the flooding concerns on the Red River. For many, it means the start of those familiar weekend routines.

* You'll see more folks heading down Highway 9 or cutting across the Perimeter.

* It's a chance to dust off the clubs after a long winter spent inside.

* It marks the unofficial countdown to when places like the Selkirk Golf & Country Club will be in full swing, usually just a bit behind the city.

This isn't just about golf; it’s about the shift in seasons, the return of outdoor life that we cherish up here. It's about getting out, whether it’s for a round of golf or eventually casting a line for some pickerel down by the Selkirk Park boat launch. It signals that longer, warmer days are finally upon us, and that’s something we can all look forward to.

Nolan Chicken, MiTL Sports Desk, Selkirk.

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