The Bare Essentials How about a game of Barefoot Bowls with your next office party, birthday or social function! Whether you’re a first-timer or a barefoot regular, it’s easy to organise, lots of fun and an inexpensive way to learn to play. Some basic instruction is provided, as well as the low-down on some of the do’s and don’ts. Bookings are essential and can be made by calling Jake on 0437 993 670 or email info@camdenbarefootbowls.com.au. Bowling Club Membership Ordinary full membership of the Camden Bowling Club for over 25’s is currently $120 per annum and includes your membership of the Royal NSW Bowling Association, a pre-requisite to play in organised events in NSW. 18-25yo membership is $70 and under 18 Junior membership is free. A small “green fee” is payable when participating in any organised games. Fees are subject to change from time to time.Our Pro-rata membership fees are;January  $100 February $95 March      $90 April        $85 May         $80 June        $75If you have been a member of another club you will have to pay $25 Bowls NSW transfer fee on top of that even if you are no longer a paid-up member of that club.New members must make an appointment with one of the club coaches should you be an experienced bowler or not.As a member of CBC you may play in tournaments and other games held at other bowling clubs in NSW. You will need suitable flat-soled shoes, and a club uniform is required for all games unless stated otherwise. At some point you will need your own set of lawn bowls. Click here for a link to our club sponsor Wicklow Bowls and their list of Bowls Supplies.CBC Induction and Membership Application FormSocial Bowls Organised social games are held on Tuesdays (mufti), Thursday afternoons (mufti) and Saturday afternoons (“creams” or club uniform unless stated otherwise). If you are a member of another club and wish to practise on our green and play in our social competitions you may be encouraged to become a Social Member at half full fee. CBC Induction and Social Member Application form Junior Bowls Academy Juniors (aged from 10 to 18) are sought, both male and female, who would like to participate in a programme to learn the game of Lawn Bowls. The programme is aimed to provide juniors with an alternative to contact sports and those who show potential may go on to play District, Zone and State Bowls Championships for Schools and Bowls Australia.Coaching is held on Tuesday afternoons and continues for approximately 1.5 hours, commencing at 3.30 pm. If the junior does not have Bowls shoes, barefeet/thongs are appropriate. All equipment including bowls will be provided for all coaching sessions and no fees are applicable. If, after coaching you wish to take up Lawn Bowls and join Camden Bowling Club, free Junior Membership will be provided. Also ongoing coaching and Club shirts will be provided.Should you wish to join the coaching academy squad, please contact the Club or Alex Matheson (Junior Development Officer) on Ph: 02 4658 1520 or Mob: 0409 306 256. Click here for more information. Competitive Bowling Club Championships are held annually and include various Singles, Pairs, Triples and Fours games played against other members of CMBC.Pennants are a series of approximately 10 games played each year against other clubs in NSW Zone 5. There are several grades of Pennants and members are selected to play by the club’s Selectors. Winners of Club Championships and Pennants have the opportunity to progress to higher levels of competition.From time to time, many Bowling Clubs hold organised tournaments which are widely advertised. Check the Notice Board in the Bowls Office for current tournament details or visit www.mybowlsclubs.com.au for details of tournaments across the country. Coaching It is club policy that all new bowlers attend coaching lessons prior to participating in any social or competitive games. Coaching is also available to all Members wishing to improve their game. To arrange a coaching lesson, free of charge, please contact one of the following accredited coaches. Steve Laker Coach 0412 815 505 Gary Trick Coach 0417 317 541 Alex Matheson Coach 0409 306 256

Where to get Bowls and Bowlswear If you want a new set of bowls, bowls bags, bowlswear, socks, wet weather gear or other bowling merchandise, you may be able to purchase online or you can visit one of our club sponsors Wicklow Bowls. wicklowbowls.com.au Bowling Accessories from the Bowls Office A small range of bowling accessories may be purchased from the bowls office, subject to availability. This includes chalk, grip, polish, cloths, hats and hat bands, ties and rule books. The bowls office is also the contact point for the ordering of club shirts and caps.