The Tarkio Golf Club is hosting its free youth golf clinic Tuesday and Wednesday, June 22 and 23. Classes for 7-10 year olds will be from 9:00-10:00 a.m., 11-13 year olds from 10:00-11:00 a.m., and high school students from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. The clinic will again be led by Brad Volker, a Tarkio native and teaching pro at Shoal Creek Golf Course in Liberty. Volker will assisted by local golfers.

Golfers can just show up, but are asked to preregister at the club house (660-736-4776) by June 19 so they have an idea of how many to prepare for. You will need to bring your own clubs to the clinic; however, if you want to participate but don’t have a set of clubs contact Rich Pearson at 660-736-0141 and he will try to make arrangements for you.

The golf club will also host a free youth nine hole tournament Thursday, June 24, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be served afterward.

Through arrangements with Tarkio R-I Schools, all Fairfax and Tarkio students are members of the Tarkio Golf Club. Students under 13 from any school can play for free, but all golfers under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

When the youth clinics began four years ago, the community was asked for financial assistance to help with the expenses. The support was so generous, the funds will last through this year.

If you have any questions or would like to help with the tournament contact Rich Pearson.