August 7th, 2008 — Lessons Available, NV, Reno, golf courses, public course, restaurant
Washoe Golf Course is located in: Reno, NV
Phone: 775-828-6640
Website: http://www.washoegolf.org
Course History:
Washoe Golf Course is a public course that is extremely friendly and fun to play. No matter what your skill level is, you’ll feel right at home on this great course. It has much to offer, and the prices are truly remarkable. It has a rich history that dates back to the first World War, and it is one of the oldest courses in this area. It’s nickname is the “Shoe” and it has remained incredibly popular with residents and guests since the day it first opened. If you just want to play a simple round of golf in a great environment, this the perfect course.
What You Need to Know:
You can book your tee time by calling the number listed above. This course offers lessons as well as special Ladies and Mens groups that are very popular. The pro shop is surprisingly well stocked given the overall size of the course, and you’ll find pretty much everything you could ever need right there.
If you don’t have your own clubs, they do offer rentals at very good rates. Overall, this is one of the most economical courses in the area that still provides that great traditional golf experience. Odette’s restaurant, located on site is a legend and with good reason. You won’t find better food anywhere else in this area. We really can’t say enough nice things about this great course.
Playing Hints:
The front nine all play very straightforward. This isn’t the most challenging of courses, but it is a great place to really work on your game. Like most courses, accuracy really helps, but this one is a little more forgiving than others. The third hole is a deceptively easy Par Three, but it will take a few times of getting to know the course to par it.
One of our favorites holes on the course is the 18th, which is a very long par five. You’ll have plenty of chances to make up any slack on your score with this hole and you’ve got a great chance of making a birdie, even if you’re a novice.
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Fees:
Summer Rates
Adult
$20.00 - 9 Holes
$30.00 - 18 Holes
Senior (62 and Older)
$15.00 - 9 Holes
$25.00 - 18 Holes
Junior (under 18)
$10.00 - 9 Holes
$20.00 - 18 Holes
Winter Rates
Adult
$20.00 - 9 Holes
$25.00 - 18 Holes
Senior (62 and Older)
$15.00 - 9 Holes
$18.00 - 18 Holes
Junior (under 18)
$10.00 - 9 Holes
$15.00 - 18 Holes
Twilight Rates
Weekdays Noon, Weekends/Holidays 2 PM - Summer
Adult
$20.00 - 18 Holes
Twilight Senior (62 and older)
$15.00 - 18 Holes
Twilight Junior (under 18)
$10.00 - 18 Holes
Twilight Rates
Weekdays Noon, Weekends/Holidays 2 PM - Winter
Adult
$20.00 - 18 Holes
Twilight Senior (62 and older)
$15.00 - 18 Holes
Twilight Junior (under 18)
$10.00 - 18 Holes
Pull Cart
$3.00 - 9 Holes
$4.00 - 18 Holes
Golf Cart Rental (per player)
$8.00 - 9 Holes
$14.00 - 18 Holes
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July 9th, 2008 — CA, Fredrick Bliss, San Rafael, driving range, golf courses
Phone: (415) 492-1800
Website: http://www.mcinnisparkgolfcenter.com
Course History:
This great little executive course was designed by Fred Bliss. It’s a par 31 that stretches out nicely giving you just enough room without being too daunting. This is a great course if you just want a quick round of golf.
What You Need to Know:
You can book your tee time by calling the pro shop. We recommend a few days ahead of time since this is a popular course. You’ll want to wear standard golf attire, but the course isn’t terribly stuffy about that. What this course is really known for are its practice facilities which are simply incredible.
They offer a swing recorder and the 52 stall driving range is fantastic. There is a reason that this facility is ranked in the top 100. They are currently adding new turf to the range and the expected renovations should be completed shortly. In addition to the range there is also a short game practice center.
The pro shop is very well stocked and offers plenty of gift ideas for every golfer. They offer custom fitting for clubs as well as the ability to order any line of clubs that you may be looking for. Hands down, this is definitely one of the best nine hole courses in the entire area and the staff is incredibly friendly. We highly recommend this course.
Playing Hints:
The first hole is very straightforward, if a bit long. You’ll really want to give this a hard shot off the tee if you want to birdie it. There is a slight slope to the green on this hole so putt with care.
The second hole looks easy at first, but watch out for the rough right off the tee. One bad swing and you can really ruin your score. By the time you get to the green you’ll want to keep an eye on the bunkers to the right. The third hole is even tougher with more rough to contend with. Give this one a very hard shot off the tee to clear the rough spots.
The fourth hole offers a great water hazard in front of the green. We recommend a nine iron for your second shot to make it to the green. The fifth hole can be described as hop scotch. You’ll have to make it across to the island fairways, cross a creek and then get across even more rough to reach the green. It can be done in two shots with the right strategy.
The problem repeats itself on the eighth hole where nothing but rough separates you from the green. Aim to the right to get to the first island fairway and then really give it a good shot to get on the green from there.
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Course Fees:
9 Holes
Monday through Friday
Regular: $17
Senior: $13
Junior: $13
Replay: $11
Saturday, Sunday and Holidays
Adults: $20
Junior: $16
Replay: $13
Rental Clubs: $12
Pull Cart: $4
Electric Cart: $15 (only available to disabled players)
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June 23rd, 2008 — CA, Chandler Egan, Pacific Grove, golf courses
Pacific Grove Golf Course is located in Pacific Grove, CA
Phone: 831.648.5775
Website: http://www.ci.pg.ca.us/golf/default.htm
Course History:
This is a beautiful municipal course that has been voted one of the best municipal courses in the nation. The value is absolutely unbeatable and the old English links style of play is very popular. It was designed by Chandler Egan in 1932 and quickly became one of the most popular courses in the area. The original course management wanted it to be suitable for players of all skill levels and they certainly achieved that. Novices won’t be intimidated but pros can still enjoy a nice round of golf here.
What You Need to Know:
You can register your tee time by calling ahead at the number listed above or by visiting their website to book online. We recommend stopping by their site to take advantage of their specials. The pro shop here is top notch and overall, from the money, the facilities here are actually quite surprising. You wouldn’t expect this level of service from a municipal course, but they truly exceed all expectations.
Playing Hints:
Most of the holes on the course are very straightforward but you will be dealing with more natural conditions such as some really tough roughs since this is an English style course. However, that only adds to its charm and it is a refreshing break if you are used to playing on more modern courses.
The third hole has a pretty severe dog leg, so you’ll want to aim a little left from the tee to make sure you get a clear shot of the green. The eighth hole can also be tricky in this regard. Once again, hang a little to the left to best this hole.
The sixteenth hole is a long haul but offers a chance to catch up on your score before heading to the final holes that are a lot shorter but a little tougher.
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Course Fees:
| Green Fees (effective July 1, 2007) |
Resident
|
Non-Resident
|
| 9 Hole Mon - Thurs |
$12
|
$20
|
| 18 Hole Monday-Thursday |
$20
|
$40
|
| 9 Hole Fri - Sun & Holidays (Reservations after 2:30pm) |
$18
|
$25
|
| 18 Hole Fri - Sun & Holidays |
$25
|
$45
|
| 18 Hole Twilight RateAfter 2pm Standard TimeAfter 4pm Daylight Savings |
$15
|
$20
|
| 18 Hole Junior Rate - 17 and under Mon - ThursAfter 2pm Fri - Sun & Holidays |
$10
|
$20
|
| Annual Cards (Valid from July 1 to June 30) |
|
|
Resident
|
Non-Resident
|
| Single Player |
$710
|
$875
|
| Single Senior (65 or older) |
$635
|
$775
|
| Non-Resident (No Club Affiliation) |
|
$2,000
|
| Junior Annual (17 & Under)Mon - ThursAfter 2pm Fri - Sun & Holidays |
$200
|
n/a
|
| Junior Summer 3-Month Card(17 & Under)Available June-August only Mon - Thurs
After 2pm Fri - Sun |
$75
|
n/a
|
| Rentals
|
|
|
Resident
|
Non-Resident
|
| Electric Cart - 9 Hole |
$20
$10 rider
|
$20
$10 rider
|
| Electric Cart - 18 Hole |
$34
$17 rider
|
$34
$17 rider
|
| Set of Golf Clubs - 9 Hole |
$25
|
$25
|
| Set of Golf Clubs - 18 Hole |
$40
|
$40
|
| Pull Cart - 9 Hole |
$4
|
$4
|
| Pull Cart - 18 Hole |
$8
|
$8
|
| Annual Club Storage(Fiscal Year July 1 - June 30) |
$125
|
$125
|
| (4) Bag Attachment |
$5
|
$5
|
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June 9th, 2008 — CA, Dress code, Robert Muir Graves, Sonora, golf courses
Phone: (209) 532-1000
Website: http://www.mountainspringsgolf.com
Course History:
The renowned course designer Robert Muir Graves put together this championship level public course. Tucked into gold country and near the Sierra Nevadas, this incredible scenic course is every relaxing to play. The course first opened in 1994 and become an instant hit. Due to its popularity, we do recommend reserving your tee time well in advance. You can get a sneak peak of the course thanks to their live webcam.
What You Need to Know:
There is a dress code here for men, who must wear collared shirts. We also recommend proper slacks. The course does not specify any restrictions for women, but proper golf attire is the safest bet. You can register your tee time up to two weeks in advance by calling the pro-shop. While you cannot bring your own ice chest on the course, you can get one from the restaurant.
Please be advised that all players must have their own set of clubs. If you don’t have yours, you can rent a set. We’ve included their rates for this option below. The pro shop is incredibly well stocked and lessons are available at very good rates. The restaurant is a great place to unwind and overall, this is a very nice course.
Playing Hints:
This is a championship level course, but it is not terribly daunting for a novice player. Pros will find it just challenging enough and it will take a few passes to get it down.
The first hole is a dogleg left and you’ll want to keep to the right if you want to get a good score on this one. Don’t go too far right though, the water hazard on this hole runs the entire length of the fairway. The third hole is incredibly challenging and will require a bit of skill to master. It’s another dogleg, and you’re going to want to keep to the right to avoid the bunkers at the curve.
There’s no letting up on this course. The fourth hole is surrounded by two water hazards and bisected by a creek. We recommend a short shot off the tee, followed by an iron to get over the creek. From there, you’ll have a straight shot. The eleventh hole is another severe dogleg. Go a little left to get to the center of the fairway so you’ll have a clear shot to the green. The fourteenth hole is a real killer with a small dogleg left, then a dogleg right, followed by a green surrounded by water hazards. Take a short shot to layup your second one, and then use a three or five wood to go a little to the right to avoid the lake. From there, you can iron into the green.
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Course Fees:
Monday - Thursday
18 Holes: $27
Twilight: $16
Senior: $17
Junior: $13
Friday - Sunday & Holidays
18 Holes: $40
Twilight; $22
Junior: $13
Carts:
Monday - Friday
18 Holes: $30
9 Holes: $20
Club Rentals:
18 Holes: $15
9 Holes: $8
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May 22nd, 2008 — CA, Camino, golf courses, restaurant
Apple Mountain Golf Course is located in: Camino, CA
Phone: 530-647-7400
Website: http://www.applemountaingolfresort.com
Course History:
Although this is a resort golf course it is open to the public. This is definitely a majestic course that all players in the area should try at least once. It offers a challenging round of golf in a setting that is unmatched throughout the area. In fact, you may enjoy it so much you may even consider becoming a member of the club, where you can save extra money on greens fees and get more benefits.
What You Need to Know:
Since this is a semi private club it is best to wear a collared shirt and slacks while you’re playing here. We also recommend soft spikes. Since the course is quite challenging, you’ll also want to take advantage of their rental carts. You’ll be thankful you did about halfway through.
The practice facilities here are worth the trip alone and the pro shop is a sight to behold with all the latest gear and apparel. When you’re done with your round stop in the restaurant for a great meal and some relaxing conversation. This is truly a resort environment and a great place to get away from it all.
Playing Hints:
When the first hole is called the gold seeker, you know you’re in it for the long haul. There is a water hazard right to the left of the green so make sure your approach shot is as accurate as possible. The third hole is a tough dog leg. You’re going to want to keep to the middle of the fairway if possible. Go too far to the right and it will be impossible to get around the bend with any accuracy.
The seventh hole is lined with majestic trees that immediately lose their mystique once you get stuck behind them. Again, try to stick as close to the center of the fairway as you can. The twelfth hole features numerous slopes and can be difficult to master. You’ll want to play a little to the right to make the most out of this one.
The challenge on the fifteenth hole is avoiding the trees and rough. The fairway is very narrow and curved and it will take some time to get this one down pat. Last but not least, the eighteenth hole is a bit of monster that will take some effort to best. Watch out for the slopes that can really eat up your score. Your best bet is to really let this one fly off the tee.
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Fees:
Spring Rates - Tee Times Starting 8:00 AM
Carts are Mandatory, and All Rates Include Cart Fees
Mon-Thurs Friday Sat, Sun,& Holidays
Regular 18 Hole rates $44.00 $54.00 $64.00
Apple Mountain Gold Members $20.00 $20.00 $25.00*
Gold & Platinum Member Guests $37.00 $39.00 $54.00
Seniors (55 and older); Law Enforcement,
Firefighters, & Active Duty Military $37.00 N/A N/A
Twilight (after 1:00 PM) $37.00 $39.00 $42.00
Juniors (17 years and under) $20.00 $25.00 $25.00
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