August 26th, 2008 — Bend, Dress code, OR, Robert Muir Graves, golf courses
River's Edge Golf Course is located in: Bend, OR
Phone: 541-389-2828
Website: http://www.riverhouse.com/web/golf/greensfees.htm
Course History:
This is a terrific course located on the Riverhouse Resort that is open to the public and offers some very great rates. It was designed by the famous Robert Muir Graves and offers a championship level of play at executive course rates. It has been named by Golf Digest as one of their best places to play and it is easy to see why.
What You Need to Know:
Since this is a resort course we recommend traditional golf attire. You can register your tee time by calling the number above. During the summer months, the course is quite busy, so it is important to get your slot reserved. The course is open all year round and is a great place for a winter round of golf.
The pro shop is very well stocked and the practice facilities are world class. This is one of our favorite courses in the Bend area, and if you are planning a trip up this way, we highly recommend stopping by for a quick round.
Playing Hints:
Accuracy is key on this course, as it is with an course designed by Graves. The fifth hole is one of the most challenging and you'll need to hit a very long drive to be able to line up your approach to the green, which is hidden behind a very sharp dog leg.
Water hazards make this course all the more interesting and the rough here is definitely rough. You'll really want to work on your long drives as well as improving your short game. This is a course that will require every club in your bag, but you'll have a lot of fun trying to master it.
Fees:
Shoulder Rates (March 1- May 31 and September 22 - Nov 1)
Rates Are Primetime Pre-Twilight Twilight*
Per Person (Dawn - 1PM) (1PM - 3PM) (3PM - Dusk)
18 Holes & Cart $61 N/A $40
18 Holes Walking $46 N/A $30
9 Holes & Cart $39 $39 $39
9 Holes Walking $29 $29 $29
Peak Rates (June 1 - September 21)
Rates Are Primetime Pre-Twilight Twilight*
Per Person (Dawn - 1PM) (1PM - 4PM) (4PM - Dusk)
F - Su/M - Th
18 Holes & Cart $82/76 $65 $49
18 Holes Walking $67/60 $50 $39
9 Holes & Cart $53/47 $53/47 $47
9 Holes Walking $43/37 $43/37 $39
Non-Peak Rates (October 30 - March 16)
River's Edge is open during the winter months, weather permitting.
Greens fees are $33 for 18 holes (unlimited) and $23 for 9 holes.
Add $15 or $10 for power cart weather permitting.
Call in advance for tee times and current weather conditions.
How to Get There:
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From Northern California:
Take I-5 North to Weed, California and take Exit 746 (US 97). Continue North on US 97 for approximately 197 miles into Bend. When in Bend stay left and enter the Bend Parkway. Exit at Revere, go straight through the light and you are now on division St. traveling North. At the next light turn left on Hwy 97. After one light you will see the hotel on your left (west side of Hwy 97) across from the Bend River Mall.
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July 21st, 2008 — Ahwahnee, CA, golf courses, restaurant
Phone Number: (559) 642-1343
Website: http://www.sierrameadows.com
Course History:
Sierra Meadows has long been considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in California and with good reason. The fairways are lined with enormous oaks and the overall feel is very tranquil. The course recently underwent a multimillion dollar makeover and the fairways and greens were all rebuilt. This course has a reputation of being suitable for novice players while still being challenging enough for professionals.
What You Need to Know:
You can book your tee time online or by calling the number above. They frequently run specials on their site so we recommend checking there before you book your time to take advantage of them. However, this is a very economical course even without discounts.
The pro shop is stocked incredibly well and features gifts and merchandise for all golfers. The on-site restaurant is one of the best in the area and is open for lunch every day. It is frequently booked for private events and they are known for their delicious soups and sandwiches.
Although the course does not specifically state that there is a dress code, we recommend traditional golf attire. It is also best to change out any metal spikes for soft ones, since most of the courses in this area do have a soft spike rule. Lessons are available from the resident pro and are reasonably priced.
Playing Hints:
This is a terrific course that offers enough of a challenge without being terribly intimidating. The first hole gets you started off right with a severe dogleg. We recommend keeping to the right. Watch out for their signature oak tree in the middle of the fairway at the curve.
The fifth hole is known as their signature hole and it is a challenging par three. You'll be playing across the water so try to hit a long tee shot to make the green in one. However, be careful of the bunkers that surround the green.
The tenth hole will take a while to master. It has a slight dogleg, but danger is present on all sides. Go too far to the right and you'll end up out of bounds. Too far to the left and you'll end up in the creek. We recommend playing this one conservatively until you get the hang of it.
The sixteenth hole also features a hazard that runs the entire left side of the fairway. You'll need to drive a little bit right of center to avoid it. Keep in mind that there are some severe bunkers around the green. It's the perfect spot to work on your chip shots.
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Green Fees:
All green fees include a cart fee, except "Walking Golfer" prices.
Weekday Green Fees Monday - Thursday
18 Holes 9 Holes
Regular $34.00 $20.00
Senior $29.00 $18.00
Junior $15.00 $15.00
Cart $15.00 $10.00
Twilight w/cart $30.00 $30.00
(Call for start times)
Weekend Green Fees Friday - Sunday
18 Holes 9 Holes
Regular $39.00 $22.00
Senior $34.00 $20.00
Junior $15.00 $7.50
Cart $15.00 $8.00
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June 10th, 2008 — Bert Stamps, CA, Lessons Available, Sonora, golf courses
Phoenix Lake Golf Course is located in Sonora, CAPhone: 209-532-0111
Website: http://www.phoenixlakegolf.com
Course History:
This is a great little nine hole course that opened in 1968. It was designed by Bert Stamps and became an instant local favorite. The incredibly scenic course is perfect for a little getaway and the play is challenging enough for everyone to enjoy.
What You Need to Know:
This course has a great atmosphere. We really recommend attending the numerous tournaments that are held here since you cannot beat the pit barbeque or the fun. The fees are incredibly reasonable and we do recommend booking your tee time in advance since this is a popular course. Lessons are available and the membership packages make it easy to enjoy this course all year round. It is a little tucked away off the beaten path, so we've included directions to the course below.
Playing Hints:
This may be a little course, but don't let it fool you. It's actually quite tough in spots. Please note that if you are playing 18 holes that the white tees are for the front nine, and the black are for the back nine. The first hole is a gentle dogleg to the left, and you'll want to keep to the right so you can get a clear shot to the green. This is a pretty long par five given the size of the course, but you can birdie it if you avoid going out of bounds.
The fifth hole is a bit challenging. You'll want to avoid overhitting on your approach to the green. There is a water hazard behind it and it's all too easy to end up taking a swim. The ninth hole is the most forgiving and just about any player can birdie this one to salvage their score. Just watch out for the sloping green, it's a doozy.
Course Fees:
Green Fees - Monday Thru Thursday (Excluding Holidays)
9 Hole Fees 18 Hole Fees
Regular $15.00 $20.00
Seniors $11.00 $15.00
Juniors $11.00 $15.00
Green Fees - Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
9 Hole Fees 18 Hole Fees
All $17.00 $22.00
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES
(Unlimited Play)
Single: $900.00
Couple: $1,200.00
Family: $1,400.00
POWER CART
9 Holes ( $7.00 / Rider ) $14.00
18 Holes ( $11.00 / Rider ) $22.00
CLUBS & PULL CARTS
Club Rentals $8.00
Pull Carts $3.00
DRIVING RANGE BALLS
Small (40 Balls) $3.00
Large (70 Balls) $6.00
52 PLAY MEMBERSHIP FEE
$750.00
How to Get There:
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Take the Hess Rd. exit off Highway 108. If traveling EAST on Highway 108: Turn left at the bottom of the off-ramp. If traveling WEST on Highway 108: Turn right at the bottom of the off-ramp.
Turn right at the next stop light, follow Phoenix Lake Rd. 2 miles to Paseo De Los Portales (watch for the Phoenix Lake Golf Course signs). Turn left on Paseo De Los Portales, our clubhouse is approximately 1/2 mile on the left. Parking is available on the right directly across from the clubhouse.
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