2015

Christmas Mountain Village – Pines Golf Course – Wisconsin Dells, WI

It’s a bone-chilling 10 degrees outside as we try to warm ourselves by the Fire Pit at Christmas Mountain Village. We cradle hot toddies at Mulligans Bar and Grill while watching the…

Stratton Golf Club – Stratton, CO

Finding the course was my first order of business. Driving down Wyoming Ave., I read the street signs – 4th, 3rd, 2nd, and made my left at 1st (or what…

Pelican Lakes Golf and Country Club – Falls Course – Windsor, CO

Directions to The Falls Course from the clubhouse: “Follow the path on the right of the putting green; go over the bridge; then turn right at the maintenance shed”. The handmade sign taped to…

Casper Municipal Golf Course – Casper, WY

I had to be stealth as I crossed the border. As a Colorado State University supporter and the husband of an alumni, I was now entering the territory of the…

Thornberry Creek at Oneida – Iroquois Course – Oneida, WI

The Season: 1997-1998; The Event: Super Bowl XXXII; The Teams: Denver Broncos vs. Green Bay Packers; The Score: Broncos 31 – Packers 24; The Result: Broncos Super Bowl Champions. I need to have something to brag about since the…

Wing Park Golf Club – Elgin, IL

I have a strong dislike for Elgin that has been lingering for over 40 years. Now that I finally have that off my chest, let’s discuss something that may change…

Fort Steilacoom Golf Course – Lakewood, WA

Fort Steilacoom Golf Course reminded me of Chambers Bay. The fairways were brown and firm; the greens were in good shape but a little bumpy; the green fee was $16…I guess that…

Prairie Pines Golf Club – Burlington, CO

I was greeted by a wave of youngsters as they loudly exited the course. I had arrived as these junior golfers had just finished their round and lessons. Great job by…

Claremont Golf Club – Portland, OR

I felt like a stalker. Hiding behind trees; peering over hedges; and cowardly standing behind all those protective screens. This is how I spent my time at Claremont Golf Club.…

SkyRidge Golf Course – Sequim, WA

First of all, for those golfers who have never traveled to the Olympic Peninsula, I encourage you to research the pronunciation of the town of Sequim. You would not want…