GLBC Bowl Rental Policy
It is the GLBC Board’s view that bowl rentals should be a short term option for new members, affording them the opportunity to learn the game without having to purchase a set of bowls. During this period, we hope that members realize the benefits of having their own bowls by getting a feel for a specific set of bowls and learning how they react over repetitive use. Usually, by the time a member is in their third year of membership, most people have bought their own set of bowls.
All rentals will require a signed Rental Agreement which will record relevant member information and specific identification details describing the set of bowls being rented. In addition, all rented bowls must be stored in the storage shed and may only be taken from the property with permission, such as for an external tournament. While rented bowls are reserved for use by the renter, these bowls remain available for use by others when the renter is not present for bowling. In practice, bowls are reserved for a renter until 20 minutes before the draw starting time, after which another member may use them. Also, it is important that bowls be returned to their identified location to make it easier for everyone to locate their bowls.
Rental agreements must be renewed annually at the same time the membership fee is due and paid. Rentals are done on a first come, first served, basis so it is possible that you may not be able to rent the same set of bowls from year to year.
For clarity, please note that rental fees are non-refundable.
Effective May 1, 2025
This is an update to our current bowl rental policy.
First year bowlers will continue to be provided bowls at no charge for the first season.
Bowl rental for all members will be $75.00 per season and all seasons thereafter. The rental fee will begin season two for new bowlers. Beginning 2025 the rental fee will no longer be applied to the purchase of new bowls through GLBC.
Members without their own bowls competing in tournaments outside GLBC are welcome to use Club owned bowls. Members may also use these bowls the week prior to the tournament on regular bowling days. The bowls can be taken home on Friday and returned on Monday for a weekend tournament. Should the tournament be during the week, the member would take home the bowls on the regular bowling day prior to the tournament and return on the next regular bowling day. Should the bowls not be returned for any reason the Member will be responsible for the current cost to purchase replacement bowls; 2025 $770.00.
Borrowing of GLBC bowls must be approved in advance by the Bowl Co-ordinator(s).
For clarity, please note that rental fees are non-refundable.
Effective May 1, 2025
This is an update to our current bowl rental policy.
First year bowlers will continue to be provided bowls at no charge for the first season.
Bowl rental for all members will be $75.00 per season and all seasons thereafter. The rental fee will begin season two for new bowlers. Beginning 2025 the rental fee will no longer be applied to the purchase of new bowls through GLBC.
Members without their own bowls competing in tournaments outside GLBC are welcome to use Club owned bowls. Members may also use these bowls the week prior to the tournament on regular bowling days. The bowls can be taken home on Friday and returned on Monday for a weekend tournament. Should the tournament be during the week, the member would take home the bowls on the regular bowling day prior to the tournament and return on the next regular bowling day. Should the bowls not be returned for any reason the Member will be responsible for the current cost to purchase replacement bowls; 2025 $770.00.
Borrowing of GLBC bowls must be approved in advance by the Bowl Co-ordinator(s).