Fellow Elks and Friends of Saint Louis Lodge #9:
Here's the latest on parking at/around Elks Saint Louis Lodge #9 during PGA Championship Week (updated 07/30/17). For daily updates see our Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/elkslodgeno9/) or Twitter ( https://twitter.com/ELodge9 )
Limited use of roads nearby Bellerive Country Club ( https://www.pga.com/events/pgachampionship/pga-championship-2018-officials-warn-fans-residents-prepare-road-closures ) will begin Monday August 6th and will continue Tuesday August 7th, Wednesday August 8th, Thursday August 9th, Friday August 10th, Saturday August 11th, and Sunday August 12th. During these days, Police will govern the limited use of roads from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm daily. For the four points below, this will be referred to as Prime Time aka 'P.T.'
1. During 'Prime Time' no Elk will be able to access the Lodge from the West
2. During 'Prime Time' no Elk will be able to pass through the 'Soft Closure' on Ladue Road (just West of 270) at Beacon Hill (to the South) and Coeur de Ville Lane (to the North) without either an official PGA credential (provided to residents of area neighborhoods) or an Elks Membership or Spousal Card.
3. During 'Prime Time' no transport services (Uber, Lyft, taxis, friends, and/or limos) will be able to reach the lodge (from any direction, except between 9:00pm and 5:00am) so to reach the tournament (from the lodge) one will either have to walk* (1.2 miles), drive to the main Public lot at the Fenton Logistics Park ( 1050 Dodge Drive, Fenton, MO 63026 ), or be dropped at the official Rideshare PUDO (Pick-Up/ Drop-Off) lot headquarters at Westminster Christian Academy ( 800 Maryville Centre Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 ). * Walking isn't recommended because the tournament doesn't have lockers so if you have an item that is flagged by security you'll either have to dispose of it or walk back to the lodge.
4. During 'Prime Time' Saint Louis Elks Lodge #9 (aka EL#9) will be an official parking lot for 400+ vehicles driven by tournament Clubhouse Staff (Lot 'E') which will be controlled by the Cornerstone Parking Group ( http://www.cornerstoneparking.com ). During this time No Elk will be able to park on the EL#9 property without official credentials. To counter, during 'P.T.' card carrying Elks will be directed to park at our Eastern neighbor 'Traditional Congregation aka 'T.C' ( https://www.traditional-congregation.org/contact ) located @ 12437 Ladue Road, Creve Coeur, MO 63141.
Elks Saint Louis Lodge #9 Hours of Operation during PGA Week:
Sunday August 5th - Lounge open from 11:00am - 11:15pm / Pool open from 12:Noon - 8:00pm (no change)
Monday August 6th - Lounge open from 4:00pm 11:15pm / Pool is Closed Mondays (no change)
Tuesday August 7th - Pool is open from 12:Noon - 8:00pm / Lounge open 4:00pm - 11:15pm (no change)
Wednesday August 8th - Pool is open from 12:Noon - 8:00pm / Lounge open 4:00pm - 11:15pm (no change)
Thursday August 9th - Pool is open from 12:Noon - 8:00pm / Lounge open 12:noon - 11:15pm *
Friday August 10th - Pool is open from 12:Noon - 8:00pm / Lounge open 12:noon - 11:15pm **
Saturday August 11th - Pool is open from 12:30 - 9:00 / Lounge is open 12:30pm - 11:15 ***
Sunday August 12th - Lounge open from 11:00am - 11:15pm / Pool open from 12:Noon - 8:00pm (no change)
* To accommodate potential foot traffic the Lounge will open at 12:Noon Thursday August 10th (typically it's 4:00pm)
** To accommodate potential foot traffic the Lounge will open at 12:Noon Friday August 11th (typically it's 4:00pm)
*** To account for the morning Shabbat Service at Traditional Congregation the Lounge and Pool will open at 12:30pm (typically both open at 10:00am).
Visiting Elks please note that Lodge #9 doesn't have a kitchen but food can be purchased from the poolside snack bar. Concession hours mirror the pool except the snack bar traditionally closes an hour before the pool (7:00pm weekdays, 8:00pm Saturday, 7:00pm Sunday) which may expand based on PGA traffic. Offerings include; burgers, chicken strips, hotdogs, fries, pretzels with cheese, 8" pizzas, chips, freezer pops, gatorade, soda, plus Domestic and Premium beers.
Sincerely,
Timothy Regan Luby
Exalted Ruler / President
Saint Louis Elks Lodge #9
12481 Ladue Road
Saint Louis, MO 63141
314- 434-5650 - Main #
https://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?lodge=9
From the Official PGA Championship website...
RIDESHARE
Spectators are heavily encouraged to utilize Uber, Lyft, and/or St. Louis County/Yellow Cab to and from Westminster Christian Academy, the only official Rideshare PUDO (Pick-Up/ Drop-Off) lot for the 100th PGA Championship.
For an efficient Rideshare experience, simply enter “800 Maryville Centre Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017” as your destination in your Rideshare-app of choice and your driver will take you to the designated Rideshare PUDO lot at Westminster Christian Academy.
Complimentary shuttle services will be provided from the PUDO lot to the Main Spectator Bus Terminal across from the Main Spectator Entrance at Bellerive Country Club.
PGA GENERAL PUBLIC PARKING
Off-site PGA Public Parking will be free and located at Fenton Logistics Park, 1050 Dodge Drive, Fenton, MO 63026.
Carpooling is strongly recommended whenever possible. Complimentary shuttles will be provided from both the PGA Public Parking lot and the Main Spectator Bus Terminal across from the 100th PGA Championship Main Spectator Entrance at Bellerive Country Club.
There will be no overnight parking in any PGA Public Parking Lots, and any vehicles left overnight will be towed at the owner’s expense. PGA Tournament Corporation is not responsible for damage to your vehicle, or items lost or stolen from your vehicle.
THERE IS NO PUBLIC PARKING OR SPECTATOR DROP-OFF AT BELLERIVE COUNTRY CLUB
For spectator drop-off, use Westminster Christian Academy, 800 Maryville Centre Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017. PGA Public Parking is located at Fenton Logistics Park (Old Chrysler Plant), 1050 Dodge Drive, Fenton, MO 63026.
ACCESSIBLE PARKING
Designated accessible parking for those requiring lift-equipped transportation to the course will be provided. Please call The Convention Store at (877) 472-7275 for more information. The front rows of the general public parking lots will be reserved for spectators not requiring lift-equipped transportation but who have physically challenged hang tags for their vehicles. Wheelchairs will not be available for rent, but spectators may bring wheelchairs with them to the PGA Championship.
Wheelchair accessible viewing areas will be located at the 1st Tee and the 18th Green.
WALK OR BIKE TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP
There will be NO pedestrian and/or bicycles allowed on Ladue Road from I-270 to Rte. 141, and Mason Road from W. Walling Drive and Conway Road, during daylight hours due to anticipated heavy bus shuttle and hang tag permitted vehicles. Where permanent sidewalks exist, spectators are directed to follow sidewalks to existing designated crosswalks at stop lights and/or stop signs. Due to closure of roads and resident hang tag restrictions, there is no vehicle parking within 2 miles of Bellerive Country Club. All spectators are instructed to follow either Rideshare and/or directions to the PGA General Public Parking lot at the Fenton Logistics Park.
Monday August 6th
GATE HOURS (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
PRACTICE ROUNDS. During the Practice Rounds, players are invited to play at their discretion. No advance starting times are available for the Practice Rounds. The Pairings Board will be located near the Main Spectator Entrance and is continually updated as players begin their rounds from either the 1st or 10th Tees.
The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will kick off the 100th PGA by making their way down Ladue Road toward Bellerive. Ozzie Smith — the 100th PGA Host City Champion, sports icon, and President of the Gateway PGA REACH Foundation — will ride on the hitch delivering the Wanamaker Trophy. The PGA Championship is encouraging fans in attendance to show their St. Louis pride by wearing clothing from their favorite local and regional sports on Monday.
Tuesday August 7th
GATE HOURS (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
PRACTICE ROUNDS. During the Practice Rounds, players are invited to play at their discretion. No advance starting times are available for the Practice Rounds. The Pairings Board will be located near the Main Spectator Entrance and is continually updated as players begin their rounds from either the 1st or 10th Tees.
Junior Day...
Revived in 2014 after previously being held in 1984, the PGA of America hosts Long Drive Competition on the Tuesday of PGA week for players in the field. At the Bellerive, the Competition will take place on the 10th hole, with players during the course of their practice round encouraged to participate. The winner receives a replica of a money clip given to Jack Nicklaus when he was the Long Drive event at the PGA in 1963. The winner also will be granted a charitable donation of $25,000 to a designated charity, with the second- and third-place finishers getting $15,000 and $10,000. The PGA of America has challenged the region to break the all-time attendance record for the most juniors on a single day at the PGA Championship. PGA Jr. League golfers will have the opportunity to participate in unforgettable experiences including visits from special guests throughout the day.
Wednesday August 8th
GATE HOURS (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
PRACTICE ROUNDS. During the Practice Rounds, players are invited to play at their discretion. No advance starting times are available for the Practice Rounds. The Pairings Board will be located near the Main Spectator Entrance and is continually updated as players begin their rounds from either the 1st or 10th Tees.
Celebrating the Champions of Today and Tomorrow...
A confluence of past PGA champions and local celebrities will gather on Wednesday to honor Host City Champion Ozzie Smith, who embodies the core beliefs and values of the PGA of America and the sport of golf, and demonstrates love and passion for their city.
Thursday August 9th
GATE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.)
CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1
Starting on Holes 1 & 10 (groups of three)
Playing times (6:50 AM – 7:45 PM)
Friday August 10th
GATE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.)
CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 2
Starting on Holes 1 & 10 (groups of three)
Playing times (6:50 AM – 7:45 PM)
Saturday August 10th
GATE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 3
All players starting on Hole 1 (groups of two)
Playing times (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Sunday August 11th
GATE HOURS (6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS (6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 4
All players starting on Hole 1 (groups of two)
Playing times (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM)