First-Time Bowlers

Come Out and Try Lawn Bowling!

Lessons are available on Thursday evenings for those wanting to try lawn bowling. Please call 250-549-4100 or email vernonlawnbowlingclub@telus.net to register. Cost is $15 per lesson, and two lessons are required to equip you for the season. This fee will be applied to your membership once you join.

Basic skills of lawn bowling

• Bowlers should be able to deliver the jack reasonably consistently, the complete length of the green and within bounds.

• Bowlers should be able to deliver bowls reasonably consistently, within bounds, the complete length of the green  and within 4 meters of the jack.

• Lead players should be capable of raking up the bowls at the completion of each end.

• Our social bowling games take about 2 hours to complete.

The Vernon Lawn Bowling Club encourages individuals of all ages and ability to come out and try the sport! If you require assistance to bowl, a caregiver must be with you.

For more detailed  information see the Membership and Fees page and for rental information, click here. 

Welcome to the Vernon Lawn Bowling Club!

Dear New Member,

Thank you for becoming a member of the Vernon Lawn Bowling Club! We are thrilled to have you join our community and look forward to seeing you out on the greens. Whether you’re brand new to lawn bowling or returning after a break, we’re here to support you as you learn, practice, and improve your game.

Our coaches are always happy to answer any questions you may have. Don’t hesitate to approach them during practices or games!

For more information, please visit our website or feel free to reach out to any of the executive members. www.vernonlawnbowlingclub.com/executive

Phone 250-549-4100            E-mail vernonlawnbowling@telus.net

For further information about the sport of Lawn Bowls, here is a link to BowlsBC, our governing body. bowlsbc.com

We are also part of the ILBA, Interior Lawn Bowling Association, which includes the following cities: Salmon Arm, Kamloops Riverside, Kamloops MacArthur Island, Kelowna, Penticton, and Osoyoos.

Understanding the Social Bowling Schedule

You may notice on our schedule that a time such as 1:00 for 1:30 is listed. This means that games begin at 1:30 PM, but your name must be on the draw-master’s table by 1:00 PM. We recommend arriving 45 minutes before the game start time to ensure there’s enough time to organize the teams and prepare the draw.

Bowling Times by Season

April to June:

• Afternoon Social Bowling: Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
  1:00 for 1:30 start (Arrive by 12:45 PM)

• Evening Bowling: Begins Wednesday, May 21st
  Wednesday & Thursday evenings – 6:00 for 6:30 start
  (Arrive by 5:45 PM)
  These sessions are more relaxed and are a great time to practice!

July and August:

• Morning Bowling: Wednesday and Friday
  9:00 for 9:30 start (Arrive by 8:45 AM)

• Evening Bowling: Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday evenings
  6:00 for 6:30 start (Arrive by 5:45 PM)

• No Sunday afternoon bowling during July & August 

September:

• Return to afternoon social bowling on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
  1:00 for 1:30 start (Arrive by 12:45 PM)

Social Events & Club Fun

Each month, we host a fun social event with a different style of game to build your skills and connect with fellow bowlers. These usually include a meal for a minimal fee. Sign-up sheets are on the clubhouse bulletin board—don’t miss out!

Competitive & Novice Events

We also host in-house competitions that are a bit more competitive but still a lot of fun.

As a bowler with less than 2 years of experience, you are considered a Novice, and we have several great events just for you:

• Novice Gender-Neutral Pairs League
  Starts Thursday, July 24th, runs for 5 weeks on Thursday
  (Pairs can be any combination: man/man, woman/woman, man/woman)

• Novice Singles One-Day Event
  Saturday, August 16th

• ILBA Regional Novice Tournament
  Saturday, July 19th in Kelowna
  (Compete with Novices from around the region. Ask a coach for details.)

• The Codgers Cup – July 19th
  For members aged 77 and older—just for fun!

Sign-up sheets for all events will be posted in the clubhouse.

Extras & Club Information

• Name Tags:
  Sign-up sheet is on the wall between the washrooms.

  • Magnetic tag: $8

  • Pin tag: $7

• Club Shirts:
  Photo and details are on the bulletin board.
  You can order it directly from Amazon or sign up to have us order for you.

• Bike Parking:
  Please use the bike rack or the space between the two sheds.

• Personal Belongings:
  Store purses, backpacks, etc. in your locker or inside the clubhouse.

• Refreshment Breaks:
  All morning and afternoon games have a break after 6 ends.
  Cookies, coffee, and juice are available for $1 each—great time to socialize!

• Player Positions:
  Occasionally, you may be asked to play a different position. Don’t worry! This means we see your potential. Take it as a chance to grow your skills.

• Bowls Rentals

Bowls are available to rent for $30 per year.  The bowls need to remain in the designated bowls area and not to be placed in lockers.

• Out of Town Events

For those planning on attending out of town events where you require bowls, club bowls are available to be used. There is a sign out book in the bowls room that needs to be filled out.

Need More Coaching?

Your initial lessons were just the beginning. If you’d like more support, join us on Thursday evenings, where a coach will be available to help fine-tune your game.

We’re so glad you’ve joined us and we can’t wait to see you on the green. Whether you're here for fun, friendship, fitness, or friendly competition, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Welcome aboard and happy bowling!

Warm regards,
The Vernon Lawn Bowling Club Executive & Coaching Team