December 2021 Ohio Golf Journal

There are also classrooms and a curriculum that will teach the kids various vocational skills that can be used to obtain jobs in the community. Toledo should be extremely proud. It is the only facility of its kind in the country. Executive Director of The First Tee of Lake Erie, Adam Reny told us, “Golf can open a lot of doors. I was fortunate enough to be a caddie at Inverness and met several people, who helped me along the way. The main idea for this joint facility is to provide a place to train kids and provide opportunities for them to succeed.” “To maintain a healthy community involves people eating right and staying active. We must teach kids the importance of a healthy lifestyle and this facility will help in that effort.” See the complete interview with Mr. Oostra below or on Back 9 Report TV. Twenty-five percent of the children in Lucas Country live in poverty and have adverse stress in their lives. Part of the unique concept of this facility Watch the full interview with Reny below or on Back 9 Report TV: Promedica, a large health care provider in the Toledo area, understands the importance of a healthy lifestyle. They were a major contributor to the creation of this new facility, which will teach kids about correct eating habits and the importance of leading an active life. CEO of Promedica, Randy Oostra told us,

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