 Well it's that time of year again folks the 94th annual Birchmont golf tournament starts this coming Monday and goes all the way through Saturday the 28th. Qualifying rounds take place Monday and Tuesday but all golfers entered are eligible for match play which starts on Wednesday. Golfers will be grouped into four player tee times. Birchmont draws many players from Minnesota and outside the state as well. We have a lot of regular players that seem to come back year to year but if you looked at our confirmed page or entries we probably have players from a dozen different states. A lot of regional play for sure but anything from the state of Minnesota or just many players that have ties to Bemidji. Love our tournament family whatever it might be but we do get a wide range of players throughout the country. Last year's men's champion Andrew Isrelson will go for the three Pete this year but it looks like there will be a new champ on the women's side as last year's winner Katie Sheets is not on the list for the time being. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.