Membership Renewal Information
As the end of your membership year approaches, many of you will come upon the time to renew your EWGA membership and its benefits, including access to leagues, weekend events, clinics, social events, tournaments, a handicap system, networking opportunities, great friendships, and the discounts and partnerships provided through our chapter’s association with EWGA.

Your EWGA membership renewal date is the last day of the month in which you originally joined. Headquarters will contact you with reminders beginning a couple of months before your renewal date, but you can renew any time. An early renewal will extend your membership for 12 months from your original join date, so save yourself all those reminders and renew now!

The easiest way to renew is to go to http://www.ewga.com and click on Members Only Login in the green bar at the top of the page (set by step instructions are listed below this paragraph.) Then use your credit card to pay your annual dues. Or, you can call EWGA Headquarters at (800) 407-1477 to renew over the phone.

To renew your membership online, do the following:

• Go to www.ewga.com.
• Click on "Members Only Login" on left side of the page.
• Click "Login" in the upper right hand corner of the next page.
• Enter your Primary email address and Password to login. If this is your first time, click on “New Visitor Registration” link provided at the webpage.
• Once you are logged in, you will see a list of things “you can do” centered in the middle of the page. The fist item on the list will be "Renew your membership," click on this link.
• My Transaction screen will appear. It is on this page where you will find action link “Renew now.”

If you miss your renewal deadline, you can still renew. During this period, you will not have access to the Members Only area or to the Golf Life Management handicap system. And your renewed membership will still extend for 12 months from your original join date.

The EWGA Santa Barbara Chapter Membership Chairwoman is Esther McKinley.
If you have questions about your membership renewal, please contact:

Esther McKinley (805-969-2513)
tee4cookie@aol.com


Magazine Renewal Notices
EWGA members might be receiving a renewal notice for their Golf Digest and Golf World magazine subscriptions if they are due to renew their EWGA membership in the next few months. Please just ignore those notices. As always, the subscriptions are included as a benefit of EWGA membership.

Membership Options

Review the requirements and benefits for each membership level and choose the best option that fits your lifestyle. If you are a business executive, consider the Executive Distinction level that offers additional activities, networking and perks.

In 2011, all members at all levels (Classic, Premier, Executive, Young Professional and Senior) receive membership in one EWGA Chapter of choice, complimentary access to all 2011 domestic LPGA Tournaments, access to the EWGA Golf Handicap system for their official USGA handicap index, discounts on playing opportunities and lessons at all EWGA Golf Club Network facilities, a personalized EWGA bag tag and 20th Anniversary commemorative gift, access to the “Ask the Industry Expert” and “Web Café” educational webinars, complimentary subscriptions to Golf World and Golf Digest magazines, discount subscription to Golf Fitness magazine, coupons for golf playing/savings opportunities, and a member card and key fob. New benefits are also added throughout the year.  

In addition to the benefits listed above, members who renew at the Premier level of membership will also receive a special EWGA-logoed gift, additional discount offers during the year from EWGA sponsors and benefit providers, and invitations to participate in selected Executive level events during the year.

Members who join/renew at the Executive Distinction level of membership will also receive:

• A savings of $50 when registering to attend the 2011 EWGA Golfpalooza – A Leadership Development, Business Networking and Golf Experience
• A special limited edition EWGA branded pearl bracelet
• A $50 credit if they open a savings account (minimum $5) with XCEL Credit Union (an EWGA partner)
• Complimentary subscription to GolfWeek magazine
• Access to exclusive invitation-only events online and On Course with EWGA events  

Five levels of membership from which to choose:

 *Proof of age required. Copy of valid photo I.D. with proof of age needed along with application and dues. To join EWGA in either of these categories, please download and submit the 2011 EWGA New Member Application Form (pdf)

** If your organization has 10 or more employees interested in joining EWGA, email member@myewga.com or call 561-691-0096 x10 to obtain a personalized application and to discuss other benefit options.

Membership is an annual membership renewable 12 months from the month you join.

 

The chapter welcomes players of all levels, especially those just learning the intricacies of the game.

As a member of the Santa Barbara Chapter of the Executive Women’s Golf Association, you will be eligible to participate in a variety of activities and events such as: beginner clinics, etiquette, member/guest events, charity tournaments, holiday get-togethers and other fun events revolving around what we love to do best: play golf!

As a member of the national organization, you will be supporting our efforts in women’s golf, while enjoying a myriad of member benefits including:



Discounted green fees at many EWGA Host Clubs and Resorts around the country.

Discounted golf equipment, apparel and accessories via www.ewga.com website.

Rental Car Discounts Through Avis. Get the lowest rates by calling (800) 331-1600 and giving them the EWGA discount number (J097790).

Hole-in-One Club. Members who get a hole-in-one at an EWGA event receive a commemorative plaque and a trip to a golf destination resort!

The fun of participating in hundreds of golf outing, leagues, clinics, seminars and tournaments for golfers of all skill levels.

The advantage of being a part of a network of talented women in a wide variety of professions.

The joy and support of lifetime friendships with the women who share a special bond from membership in the EWGA and from the love of the game of golf.

We invite you to become a member of our fast growing and energetic group of women golfers.

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Top 10 Reasons to Join EWG!

10. You will never be at a loss for playing partners.

9. You will meet a ton of nice people you never knew before.

8. You will have the support of women just like you who are invading area golf courses in huge numbers!

7. You will enjoy the company of friends with common interests.

6. You will have the opportunity to play at reduced rates at courses outside Santa Barbara (on our monthly outings.

5. You will enjoy visiting all of those wonderfully expensive Pro Shops at area courses.

4. You will be able to compete in chapter, sectional and national events and win prizes and have fun and get away from town!

3. You will improve your game…guaranteed!

2. You just might make some very valuable business contacts.

1. You will experience the joy of a 25 foot putt dropping in the can and the agony of a fat shot advanced a club length or two ahead.

A New Golfer:

• has never held a golf club
• has played the game fewer than 8 times
• has never taken a series of golf lessons
• has little understanding of the basic golf etiquette
• is uncomfortable with address position and golf swing
• is unfamiliar with golf terms

A Novice or Beginning Golfer:

• has never played regularly
• has had group lessons only or no formal lessons
• does not keep score or picks up frequently
• is uncomfortable around more experienced golfers
• has not established a USGA handicap

A High Handicapper, Advanced Beginner Golfer:

• has a handicap of 40 (20 for nine holes) or more
• plays regularly but not more than once a week
• scores over 120 (60 for 9 holes) regularly
• has a USGA handicap

An Intermediate Golfer:

• has a handicap of 30-40 (15-20 for 9 holes)
• plays regularly
• scores 100-120 (50-60 for 9 holes) regularly

An Advanced Golfer:

• has a handicap that is below 29 (15 for 9 holes)
• plays regularly
• scores under 100 (50 for 9 holes) regularly
• plays competitively