Lawn Bowling

[jerseyshorenomore]

Hi all! I noticed while swimming at the Rio Grande family pool there is a field for lawn bowling and croquet. Does anyone know if there is equipment available to play or is it just for members of a club? If so how do I get the equipment. There looks like a locked container by the field but I'm not sure what it is. Thanks :smiley:

[Madelaine Amee]

Hi all! I noticed while swimming at the Rio Grande family pool there is a field for lawn bowling and croquet. Does anyone know if there is equipment available to play or is it just for members of a club? If so how do I get the equipment. There looks like a locked container by the field but I'm not sure what it is. Thanks :smiley:

http://districtgov.org/images/ClubsListing.pdf This is the link to the list of clubs in The Villages and Lawn Bowling and Croquet are listed. One of my relatives lawn bowls and I took her over to look at the area, she was not impressed with the condition of the grass, but it is playable. I believe, not sure, that both clubs are run by British residents of TV and they adhere strictly to all whites while playing. If you call the guy running the lawn bowling I am sure he will be glad to help you get a game.

[coolkayaker1]

All whites? Well, I'm out then. I'm mixed.

[Madelaine Amee]

All whites? Well, I'm out then. I'm mixed.

Oh really cute!!! White is the "official" uniform for lawn bowls or croquet, where my friend plays they are not allowed on the (whatever it's called) if they are not in white.

[coolkayaker1]

No, that's what I meant. I don't have all whites. My clothes are mixed, like brown and green, and some stripes.

[Christine G]

Lawn bowls is a great sport and no, not white clothing here in the States. For normal fun games, attire is casual and flat soled footwear is necessary so that the surface of the green is not damaged. Look for online videos on the sport and you will find many showing how the game is played. Croquet club is run by a very nice American guy and that is another great game.