November 15th, 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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November 13th, 2008 — CA, Robert Trent Jones, Weed, golf courses
Lake Shastina Golf Course is located in Weed, CA
Phone: (530)938-3201
Website: http://www.lakeshastinagolf.com/
Course History:
This is an incredibly historic golf course that had the distinction of being the last course that Robert Trent Jones Senior and Junior built together. When you have two course designers of that caliber working on the same course, you know it's going to be a winner. Since Lake Shastina opened in 1973, locals and travelers have been enjoying the 27 holes to the utmost. This is a challenging course but one that is not terribly intimidating for novices. You will need to bring your A game, but chances are, you'll have a lot of fun while you're here.
What You Need to Know:
You can reserve your tee time by calling the number listed above. At this time they do not offer online tee time registrations. This course is known as the Magnificent Monster, and we highly recommend taking advantage of the available golf carts. Even if you're in great shape, it really helps to have that extra advantage when you are playing on a course like this.
The Pro Shop is incredibly well stocked and includes everything you could ever need to play and enjoy golf. They have some great gifts for golfers and we found that the selection was simply incredible, as were the prices. The club house is second to none and trust us, you'll really appreciate it after you're done with your round. The food is very good, and the service was incredibly friendly.
With a course this challenging, it is a good thing they offer practice facilities. They are very well maintained and serve as a great warm up for the rest of the course. If you have never played here before we highly recommend starting here before you head out on the links.
Playing Hints:
The main focus is usually on the 18 hole course, but we do hope that more people will discover the Scottish style 9 hole course here. It is just as fun and if you're not quite up to a whole 18 holes, it offers a nice level of challenging play that you can get through quickly.
The terrain is the biggest challenge here, and you'll have plenty of chances to test your skills. We found that the cart really helped, but there will be times when you really can't see the green. We recommend playing as straight as possible and really working on your accuracy before you get out there. It will help, especially when you need to avoid the monster bunkers on the course.
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Fees:
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Lake Shastina Golf Resort Rates
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Summer
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October 1- April 30
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May 1-Septbember 30
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18 Holes
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$34.00
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$53.00
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9 Holes
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$22.00
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$27.00
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Twilight Golf
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$24.00
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$29.00
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18 Holes
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$28.00
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$38.00
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9 Holes
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$17.00
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$19.00
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Twilight Golf
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$20.00
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$21.00
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$16.00
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$16.00
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$10.00
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$10.00
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November 10th, 2008 — CA, Lompoc, Robert Muir Graves, driving range, golf courses
La Purisima Golf Course is located in: Lompoc, CA
Phone: (805) 735-8395
Website: http://www.lapurisimagolf.com
Course History:
This is an amazing course designed by the famous Robert Muir Graves. Stretched out over more than 300 acres, this is a challenging course that pros will love, but novices shouldn't feel too overwhelmed. The course is located about 30 miles from Santa Barbara and since it opened in 1986, it has been incredibly popular with both the locals and travelers. The local hotels offer many different stay and play packages, and given the fact that the course is so well appointed, the fees are actually very reasonable.
What You Need to Know:
You can book your tee time by calling the number listed above, or by visiting their website. If you will be staying in the area, we highly recommend checking out their discount page for special rates at local hotels as well as reduced prices on your green fees. Since this is an upscale course, traditional golf attire is recommended, and denim is of course, strictly prohibited.
Only one course in California has been ranked higher than La Purisima by the readers of Golf Digest and that is Pebble Beach. That speaks volumes for the quality of this course, not only with the level of play, but also the practice facilities, the pro shop and the bar and grill. This is a very relaxing place to go, and the course offers just the right amount of challenging play for pros and novices alike.
Playing Hints:
You'll be dealing with a variety of hazards, including lakes and bunkers, and the design of this course is pretty challenging. Each hole features slopes that will test your skills and there are some terrific dog legs that will definitely give your game a workout. We recommend spending a little time in the practice facility before you head out on the links.
The key to this course is accuracy and knowing when to really power your tee shot and when to hold back a little. This is not a course that can be mastered after one round, but it sure is fun trying to get there. Overall, our best recommendation is simply to go with the flow on your first round, and make sure you stay long enough to play at least two. This will give you the best experience that the course has to offer, and you'll be able to get that practice round out of the way right off the bat.
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Fees:
Monday - Thursday
Morning 18 Holes $65
Afternoon (After 12 PM) $50
Twilight (Times Vary) $40
Friday - Sunday & Holidays
Morning 18 Holes $91
Afternoon (After 12 PM) $72
Twilight (Times Vary) $50
Cart Fees Per Rider
18 Hole Cart $19
Twilight Cart $15
Member Cart $14
Member Cart Twilight $14
Preferred Rates
Players Club Weekend $42
Players Club Weekend Twilight $35
Players Club Weekday (M-F) $29
Players Club Weekday Twilight (M-F) $24
Practice Center Rates
Small Bucket (30 balls) $4
Medium Bucket (60 balls) $6
Large Bucket (90 balls) $8
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September 11th, 2008 — CA, Dress code, Graeagle, Lessons Available, driving range, golf courses, public course
Plumas Pines Golf Course is located in Graeagle, CA
Phone: 530.836.1420
Website: http://www.plumaspinesgolf.com
Course History:
This is a terrific course on a resort that is still open to the public. If you're looking for a challenging round set in a beautiful location, this is the perfect course. Since it opened it became incredibly popular with the locals and the stay and play packages have since made it a favorite among guests. Overall, given the green fees and the amenities, this is truly a great value.
What You Need to Know:
There are numerous lesson plans available here and it is a great place to go if you're new to the game or want to get a few tips on improving your score. They offer an eclub that features even lower rates on their already cheap green fees and the pro shop is incredibly well stocked.
You can book your tee time by calling the number above, but we recommend checking their site first. They do run frequent specials and they have several offers that are well worth checking out.
We recommend wearing traditional golf attire since this is a resort course. They don't specifically state that there is a dress code, but it is best to respect the course and err on the side of caution. The practice facilities are really top-notch and at the end of the day, the grill is the perfect place to relax. The staff is very helpful and friendly.
Playing Hints:
This is a course that is well planned out and offers just enough of a challenge to give pros a good game while not being terribly intimidating to a novice. The terrain is a bit challenging at times and we recommend a cart unless you're in terrific shape. There are plenty of hazards that keep the game fun, so you're best bet is to try to aim for the center of the fairway with most of the holes.
The eighteenth hole is a real killer, but if you've got a great drive, you should be able to get a birdie without a problem.
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Fees:
RATE SCHEDULE (Less than 16 players)
| WeekdaysMonday through Friday |
$80 per player includes cart |
| Twilight WeekdayMonday through Friday after 3:00 p.m. |
$45 per player includes cart |
| Twilight WeekendSaturday and Sunday after 3:00 p.m. |
$55 per player includes cart |
| Weekends & HolidaysSaturday and Sunday |
$95 per player includes cart |
| 9 Hole Weekday RateMonday through Friday anytime |
$45 per player includes cart |
| 9 Hole Weekend RateSaturday and Sunday |
$55 per player includes cart |
TOURNAMENT FEES (16 or more players) - (530) 836-1420
Tournament players receive $5 per player gift certificate credit in the golf shop
| Monday through FridayShot-gun |
$80 per player includes cart$85 per player includes cart |
| Monday through Friday after 3:00 p.m. |
$50 per player includes cart |
| Saturday and SundayShot-gun |
$95 per player includes cart$100 per player includes cart |
| Saturday and Sunday after 3:00 p.m |
$60 per player includes cart |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
| Driving Range |
$5 per bucket, 50 ball bucket |
| Spectator Policy |
$30 cart fee |
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June 12th, 2008 — CA, Casey O'Callaghan, Yountville, golf courses, restaurant
Vinter's Golf Club is Located in Yountville, CA
Phone: (707) 944-1992
Website: http://www.vintersgolfclub.com
Course History:
This is one of the most popular courses in Napa Valley and with good reason. This is a pleasant nine hole course that is still challenging without sacrificing fun. It became an instant favorite among locals and continues winning accolades to this day.
The course was designed by Casey O'Callaghan and opened in 1998. Since then, it has been redesigned and the play is more exciting than ever. The new design made it appealing for players of all skill levels and the course is known for its incredible greens.
What You Need to Know:
You can book your tee time by calling ahead at the number listed above or by using their online system. Keep an eye on their website since they frequently post specials. Their overall low prices are already hard to beat, and the specials are even better.
The Lakeside Grill offers an incredible lunch with old fashioned favorites like grilled hamburgers. They also have a few more sophisticated items on the menu, but everyone should try the burgers at least once. The pro shop is well stocked and overall, you would think this is a much bigger course than it is.
Playing Hints:
There are a few water hazards on the course, but nothing that should cause too many problems for most players. Unless you have an inordinately bad hook or slice, these should not pose a problem. The bunkers however are a whole other issue. Even though the course is short, you'll get plenty of chances to work on your short game by trying to avoid these traps.
The first hole has a sharp left to get to the green and can be tricky to play. We recommend going to the right on your drive so that you have a better line to the green. The fourth hole is a short par three that is still challenging thanks to the tricky green here. Eight can be a bit tough due to the rough, so you'll want to try to get as close to the green as possible with your tee shot. In order to get to the ninth green, you'll need to stay first towards the middle of the fairway and then go right.
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Course Fees:
9-Hole Green Fees Mon. - Thurs. Fri. - Sun. & Holidays
Non Residence $25.00 $35.00
Napa Valley Resident/Senior $20.00 $30.00
VGSC Members $18.00 $25.00
Early Bird before 7:00 a.m. $12.00 NA
Twilight after 4 p.m. $16.00 $20.00
18-Hole Green Fees Mon. - Thurs. Fri. - Sun. & Holidays
Non Resident $35.00 $45.00
Napa Valley Resident/Senior $30.00 $40.00
VGSC Members $26.00 $35.00
Twilight after 2:00 P $22.00 $25.00
Cart/Club Rental
9-Hole Golf Cart Single Rider - $10.00 Two Riders - $20.00
18-Hole Golf Cart Fee Single Rider - $13.00 Two Riders - $26.00
Pull Cart $5.00 9-Holes $8.00 18-Holes
Golf Club Rental $25.00
Range Balls Tokens Cost Cost per Token
51 1 $5.00 $5.00
204 4 $18.00 $4.50
510 10 $40.00 $4.00
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