The Lancaster County Disc Golf Club (LCDGC) upgraded nine of the pads on the disc golf course at Roland Park in Akron to prevent slipping. Previously made of rubber, the pads are now made of concrete with a brush finish. The club will complete the final nine pads in the next few months.

Proceeds from the New Year's Day Doubles Tournament were the primary source of funds for the project. The new pads should last for 10 to 15 years.

Disc golf is a free activity that enables people of all ages to have fun and spend time in open spaces. Similar to regular golf, disc golf involves trying to throw a disc into a basket in the least number of throws possible. LCDGC members enjoy Thursday night leagues and tournaments on a weekly basis. In addition, the course at Roland Park is used by casual players.

In Akron, leagues meet for rounds on Thursday nights, when they compete for scores and ratings. On weekends, tournaments are held all over Pennsylvania, with six scheduled in Akron. There are eight courses in Lancaster County.

LCDGC is preparing for the Pennsylvania State Disc Golf Championship, which will be held on Friday, Aug. 4, through Sunday, Aug. 6.

To learn more about the LCGDC, visit http://www.lcdgc.com.