-Friends including Aaron Rodgers, Dan Jansen and Scott Van Pelt to join Andy North at fundraising event –
WHAT:
Trappers Turn Golf Club and Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wis. will host the second annual Andy North & Friends Golf Classic June 6 – 7 to benefit the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC).
The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, the only comprehensive cancer center in Wisconsin designated by the National Cancer Institute, unites more than 280 physicians and scientists who work together in translating discoveries from research laboratories into new treatments that benefit cancer patients.
This year’s golf classic is sold out, but interested parties may donate to the cause at http://www.uwhealth.org/andynorth. The 2009 inaugural event raised $293,000 for one of the leading cancer research centers in the United States.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 6- Dinner at Kalahari Resort Convention Center
Limited Media Space, please contact prior to attending
* 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. An Evening with Andy North & Friends
* Silent and live auction, raising funds for UW Carbone Cancer Center
* Speeches by Andy North, Scott Van Pelt, Aaron Rodgers and Dan Jansen
* Q & A option with Aaron Rodgers and Andy North
Monday, June 7- Golf Event at Trappers Turn Golf Club
* 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Media Q & A with Andy North and Aaron Rodgers
* 11 a.m. Celebrity Clinic on Driving Range (photo opportunity)
* 11:45 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. Foursome Photo Opportunity on Driving Range
* 12:45 p.m. Start of Andy North and Friends Golf Classic
WHO:
Andy North, two-time U.S. Open Champion and golf commentator for ABC and ESPN
Aaron Rodgers, NFL quarterback for the Green Bay Packers
Scott Van Pelt of ESPN’s SportsCenter
Dan Jansen, Olympic Gold Medalist
Steve Stricker, professional golfer
Jerry Kelly, professional golfer
WHERE:
Dinner- Kalahari Resort, 1350 Kalahari Drive, Wisconsin Dells, Wis.
Golf Event- Trappers Turn Golf Club, 652 Trappers Turn Drive, Wisconsin Dells, Wis.
MEDIA CONTACT: Susan Garcia, 952.401.0125 ext. 3 or sgarcia@leumpr.com
BACKGROUND:
About the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) is the only comprehensive cancer center in Wisconsin, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center unites more than 280 physicians and scientists who work together in translating discoveries from research laboratories into new treatments that benefit cancer patients. The UWCCC sees more than 30,000 patients annually for diagnosis, therapy, follow-up care or consultations. The UWCCC is consistently ranked in the top 25 of 50 cancer centers providing the best cancer care and research efforts in U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Hospitals”, which is published annually. To learn more about the Cancer Center, visit http://www.cancer.wisc.edu.
About Trappers Turn
Carved by glaciers, the rolling fairways of Trappers Turn 27-hole award-winning golf course, weave through dense hardwood forests. Amenities include a 30-acre practice facility and golf carts featuring GPS. After playing 18, 27 or 36 holes, golfers can unwind on the screened veranda which boasts incredible panoramic views of the spring-fed Mystic Lake. Trappers Turn Golf Club also offers its guests a dining room, bar and grill, billiard room, business center, a fully equipped Pro Shop and locker rooms. For golf vacation hotel packages call 1-877-525-2427. For tee times call 1-800-221-8876 or visit http://www.TrappersTurn.com
About Kalahari Resort
Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells is a “world-away” waterpark experience in the heart of the Midwest. Situated along I-90/94, the authentically African-themed Kalahari Resort greets Wisconsin Dells visitors with a sneak peek of its colorful web of award-winning outdoor and indoor waterpark slides, attractions, and activities. The resort is home to America’s largest indoor waterpark, and offers more than one million gallons of water fun, 110,000-square-foot Indoor Theme Park, 742 guestrooms, 10 stand alone five-bedroom suites, the full-service Spa Kalahari and Salon, a fully equipped fitness center, on-site restaurants including Kahunaville, unique retail shops, a 15-screen cinema and 100,000-square-foot convention center. Kalahari also features Trappers Turn, a 27-hole award-winning golf course. A second Kalahari Resort is located in Sandusky, Ohio. For reservation and guest information, call 1-877-KALAHARI (525-2427) or visit: http://www.KalahariResorts.com. To review Kalahari Resort’s electronic press kit, go to http://www.kalahariresortsgobig.com
