July 2nd, 2008 — CA, Dress code, Groveland, William Bell, golf courses, restaurant
Phone Number: 209-962- 8620
Website: http://www.pinemountainlake.com
Course History:
This gorgeous course was designed by William Bell and has been rated as a top course by Golf Digest. One look and you’ll know why it has received so many accolades. The area has more than 300 days of sun every year and the course offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. It’s a bit hilly, so we do recommend taking advantage of a cart.
What You Need to Know:
There is a dress code at Pine Mountain. Men are asked to wear collared shirts and appropriate trousers. Denim pants or shorts, swim trunks and sweats are not allowed. For women, tank tops are not allowed, and if a shirt is sleeveless, it must have 4″ wide straps. Denim pants and shorts are not allowed, but women may wear tee shirts on the course. In addition, short shorts are prohibited.
Tee times can be booked by calling the number listed above. We recommend reserving your slot a few days in advance since this is a popular course. Special guest rates are available, please check with the pro shop for more information.
Speaking of the pro shop it is very well stocked and the on site restaurant is fantastic. This is a terrific place to spend an afternoon. Lessons are available as well as special clinics throughout the year and the pros here are very helpful.
Playing Hints:
The holes here are very straightforward and the main issue are the trees. They line the fairways and in some cases, sit smack dab in the middle of the fairway. You’ll really need to work on having long accurate drives to get under par at this course. The level of play is suitable for pros or novices and although it can take some time to maste the course, it is well worth it.
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Green Fees:
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9 Hole
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18 Hole
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Twilight*
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| Property Owner |
Mon-Sun
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$15
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$25
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$18
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| Property Owner Cart (1 person cart fee) |
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$6
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$9
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$9
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| Guests |
Mon-Sun
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$32
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$58
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$31
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| (Cart mandatory before twilight) 1 person cart fee |
Cart
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included
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included
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$12
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| Public |
Mon-Sun
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$41
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$68
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$34
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| (Cart mandatory before twilight) |
Cart
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included
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included
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$14
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| Juniors - Property Owner |
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$7
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| This rate begins at twilight for Guest/Public |
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$13
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Carts are mandatory for all golfers on major holiday weekends until twilight. Cart rates are based on 1/2 cart per round or 1 person per round.
| Club Rentals |
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$11
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$16
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$16
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| Pull Cart Rentals |
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$3
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$6
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$6
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*Twilight begins at 2pm, 3pm or 4pm depending on the season. Please call the PML Golf Pro Shop at 209/962- 8620 for details.
Golf Membership Annual Individual Rates
| Annual Unlimited Golf |
$1,348 |
| Annual Unlimited Nine Hole Golf |
$749 |
| Annual Unlimited Weekends and Holidays |
$749 |
| Annual Unlimited Cart |
$675 |
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| Other Golf Fees |
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| Locker Storage Per Year |
$27 |
| Club Storage Per Year |
$86 |
| Tournament Fees (Cart & Green Fees) Per Player |
$73 |
| per Token (1 token = 25-30 balls) |
$3 |
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July 1st, 2008 — CA, Chowchilla, Lessons Available, golf courses, restaurant
Phone Number: 866-475-2525
Website: http://www.pheasantrungolfclub.com
Course History:
This is a beautiful course that is very well liked among the locals as well as travelers. It is considered to be one of the most well maintained courses in California and their unique blend of fairway grasses stay green nearly all year round. The course management really keeps everything running quite well here and the fairways are always well trimmed and sculpted. The greens are a bit fast here, but that just adds to the challenge.
What You Need to Know:
This course offers a unique feature with a special GPS unit that can assist you with yardage and more while you play. It’s a reasonably cheap addon and we highly recommend taking advantage of it. Tee times are available to be booked online or by phone. They run frequent drawings to win a free round of golf and specials are updated monthly on their site. We recommend checking back with them often to save off their already low cost green fees.
Lessons are available from the onsite pros and they offer several levels of instruction. The course is located near a special RV park and also sits near some prime real estate that has been integrated with the course. If you’re an avid golfer, this is a great place to set up a home.
The Putter’s Bistro and Pub is worth the trip alone and has become very popular even among those who do not golf. They frequently cater special events in the area and it is easy to see why. The food here is simply fantastic. The pro shop is very well stocked and has all the latest merchandise and brands.
The practice facility is top notch and features a driving range, putting green as well as an area to work on your chip shots. These facilities are also very well maintained and very popular. The course does offer special memberships if you are a frequent visitor and we recommend taking advantage of the savings.
Playing Hints:
This is a great course that is challenging enough for pros while being a good fit for novice players. The holes are pretty straightforward and the water hazards are challenging without being intimidating. You’ll need to work on your long drives to get the best score here, but don’t forget your green skills either. You’re definitely going to need them if you want to stay under par.
Green Fees:
18-Hole Green Fees Weekdays Weekends/Holidays
Regular $32 $49
Seniors $22 $37
Juniors (17 & under) $19 $25
Mid-Day Rate $22 $37
Twilight (4 hrs before sunset) $12 $27
Golf Cart (per person charge) $13 $13
Players Club Members $28 includes cart $40 includes cart
Cart Fees are $13 per player, single rider rate is $18.
$5 per player for optional GPS yardage system. Rates subject to change.
Directions
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Pheasant Run Golf club is located at the intersection of Highways 99 and
Roberson Blvd, centrally located from anywhere in the Valley and only 75 miles from Yosemite National Park.
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June 30th, 2008 — CA, Nipomo, golf courses, restaurant
Phone Number: (805) 343-1214
Website: http://www.blacklake.com/
Course History:
This course is actually three nine hole courses in one, so you’ll have the rate opportunity of being able to change up your game. This is one of the few 27 hole courses in the area and it’s well worth the drive. Most players prefer to start with their “Lakes and Canyons” layout and then move to the more difficult configurations after they get the hang of the course.
What You Need to Know:
Tee times can be registered online or by calling the number listed above. This is a busy course so we recommend reserving your time a few days in advance to make sure you get the slot you want. Numerous specials are posted on their website throughout the month, and you can save quite a bit on your green fees by taking advantage of them.
The bar and grill is open for lunch and also provides catering services. This is a great place to relax after a round of golf and the food is spectacular. The pro shop is well stocked and carries just about anything you could ever need. It’s a great place for gift shopping for the golfers on your list.
Numerous tournaments are held here throughout the year and since this is a championship course, play can be a little difficult at times. However, most players find that it is just challenging enough without being terribly intimidating. The course does stipulate that no ice chests are allowed on the course and any alcoholic beverages on the course should be purchased through the bar and grill.
They do not specify a dress code, but traditional golf attire is the norm for both men and women. We also recommend soft spikes. You can get the full list of course rules from the pro shop.
Playing Hints:
Although there are numerous water hazards and bunkers to deal with, most of the holes are pretty straightforward. The Oaks course has the straightest fairways but they are a bit long. The Canyon course is a little more complicated and more compact. It features some great water hazards and the play here is challenging. You’ll need to have a really good short game for many of these holes.
The Lakes course is challenging and although the holes are a bit short, you’ll have plenty of chances to practice your chip shots and putting. The greens here are a bit fast according to some players, so you’ll need to get some practice in ahead of time.
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Green Fees:
WEEKDAY GREEN FEES
January-December
18 Regular $56
Senior (62 & over) $48
Twilight* $40
9-Holes (Before 8am & after 3pm) $20
WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS
January-December
18 Regular $70
Senior (62 & over) $58
Twilight* $50
9-Holes (Before 8am & after 3pm) $25
* Call for twilight times & restrictions.
CARTS
18 Holes $17 per player
9 Holes $14 per player
Pull Cart 18 $6
Pull Cart 9 $3
Spectator Fee $12
MISCELLANEOUS
Club Rent 18 $30
Club Rent 9 $20
*All rentals include a sleeve of Titleist NXT Golf Balls
Demo Club Rental $40
Brand Names: Call
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June 2nd, 2008 — CA, Vallejo, golf courses
Phone: (707) 643-8476
Website: http://www.bluerockspringsgolf.com
Course History:
Blue Rock Springs is actually two courses in one and you can play both for an incredibly reasonable rate. This is a very popular course and we recommend booking your tee time well in advance.
What You Need to Know:
The course has an online tee time registration system where you can get a discount off their already low prices. You can also call the pro shop if you prefer to reserve your time this way. The course offers a very nice pro shop and is a great place to spend the afternoon.
Playing Hints:
West Course - This is a very straightforward course that is a little under 6,000 yards in length. Although there are not a lot of water hazards, the tree lined fairways do present a bit of a challenge for most players. There are a few bunkers but nothing that most golfers can’t surmount with ease and a little accuracy.
The first two holes are deceptively easy and it gets a little tougher from there. There is a water hazard near the fourth green, so make sure your approach is cautious here. You’ll also want to look sharp on the eighth hole, it’s a real killer. The long par five is birdie-able, but only with some practice. The fourteenth hole is bisected by a creek, so you’ll want to go a little short with your drive and then iron over for the best results.
East Course - This course has a very interesting layout and they have made excellent use of the space they had to work with. This is a little over 6,000 yards but feels a bit shorter due to the layout. Most of the holes are very straightforward and there are a not a lot of hazards to trip you up. We recommend that novice players start on this course first.
The only hole that may present quite of a challenge is the seventeenth with its severe dog leg to the left. You’re going to want to stay right off the tee to avoid the bunkers at the curve. From there, you should have a straight shot to the green. The eighth hole is also a little challenging with a pond right behind the green, so don’t overdo your approach here.
Course Fees:
Public, 36 holes
Green Fees: $19?$35
Cart Fee: $16 per rider
Tom Wade, Mgr./PGA Class A Pro; Brian Morris Certified GCSAA, Supt.
Northeast Bay Zone. Club 53-401
Lessons:
Individual Sessions
½ hour for $35
Five ½ hour sessions for $150
Link Up to Golf and Play Golf America clinics
Five 1 hour sessions for $99 (Clinics require a minimum for four )
Semi-private and Corporate Clinics
Rates depend on group size
How to Get There:
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The best way to get to the Golf Course from Highway 80 is to exit at Columbus Parkway south and proceed for about 2.5 miles. The golf course entrance will be on your right.
Coming from Highway 37 take the Columbus Parkway exit, then follow the above directions.
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