DUNBAR LAWN BOWLING CLUB: Dunbar’s Hidden Gem Story by Sarah Gordon
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Nestled in Memorial Park West, behind the tennis courts and trees, is one of Dunbar’s hidden gems. Dunbar Lawn Bowling Club has been a part of the community since it was founded in 1926, and the clubhouse subsequently opened in 1928. People gather here to lawn bowl and play croquet on the beautifully maintained green. Dunbar Lawn Bowling Club is a member-funded, not-for-profit society that receives additional support from its valued sponsors. Carol Guilbault is president of the board. She has been actively involved with Dunbar Lawn Bowling Club since 2016. Like many members, it was a friend who first invited her to give bowls a try. She says, “The sport intrigued me. I am still learning — it’s a friendly and forgiving club.” Soon after, she joined the board and quickly advanced from vice president to president. Carol laughs and says, “It came more quickly than I expected!” 18
Lawn bowling is a game of precision and tactics rather than strength and speed that is suitable for all ages, from teens to 90+. All bowlers share a love of the outdoors and an enjoyment of a mildly active sport in a social and relaxed environment. Lawn bowling is one of the few sports that is gentle enough on joints and muscles to play for one’s entire life. Because there is no gender advantage, it is an ideal sport for mixed teams. Lawn bowling bears some similarities to bocce and curling; however, there are differences. The game is played on smooth, closely mown grass. Unlike a round bocce ball, a lawn bowl is round in only one direction and elliptical in the other, giving it a bias and causing it to curve.
April 15 - June 15, 2022
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