05/29/2026
Earlier this week, we had the opportunity to present to the SIIT Entrepreneurship and Makers class.
We shared a bit about Grassland Discs, how we got started, what we’ve learned building a small product-based business, and how 3D printing has helped us experiment, prototype, and produce our own discs.
This one scratched an itch for both of us. We both enjoy talking through ideas, technology, product development, and entrepreneurship — but Thilina, who also teaches as a professor at the University of Saskatchewan, was especially in his element.
The best part was the conversation with the class. There were a lot of thoughtful questions, insights, and ideas, but one that really stood out was the potential for developing disc golf courses in First Nations communities. Some of the students spoke about how certain communities have a lot of available space, but not always enough accessible recreation options.
That opened up a really interesting discussion around recreation, community spaces, and how disc golf could be a simple, low-barrier, and community-driven activity in the right places.
Thanks again to SIIT and everyone who joined the conversation. We left with some new ideas and a lot to think about!
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