Spring 2015 - The Golf Guide

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Spring 2015
Arkansas Delta
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Spring 2015 Vol. 17 Issue 2
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2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Opening Shot
COVER STORY
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lakeview
8 . . . . . Golf Destination: Arkansas Delta
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Front Cover: Lakeview Spring Nine Hole 8 Par 4
Above: Greers Ferry Lake, Herber Springs, Arkansas
Opening Shot
The Golf Outing
Since taking up the game I have probably played more
than 200 charity golf outings (which I normally attend
just for the food). Realizing that these events have
become commonplace has me wondering when and
how “the golf outing” originated. The Golf Guide’s crack
staff investigated deep into the golf history archives,
but even with our best efforts, we drew a total
whiff on the first tee. Using a mulligan here, we’ve
concluded that charity golf outings spawn from ProAms that are still played today. More than 1,000,000
golf events take place in this country each year with
the average golf tournament in the U.S. raising about
$5,000.
In the scramble, the format most often used at a
charity golf outings, players decide which teammate’s
tee shot best begins each hole. Each player then plays
his second shot from within a club length of where
that best ball came to rest, and the procedure repeats
until finishing the hole. I have seen some golfers abuse the club length rule, and
around our neck of the woods, we call those players cheaters. In a “champagne
scramble,” another recently well-received scramble format, each team member
tees off on each hole. All players move their own ball to the resulting best drive
and play their ball in from there. An individual best score or a multiple player
score counts. Both tournament systems normally begin with a shotgun start and
hopefully speed up play, but for some reason when I play, I always run into a
backup on the Bay Bridge. On that rare occasion, a best ball format may be used,
even though that format is normally reserved for clubs’ member events.
Group outings serve first and foremost as a major form of fundraising each year
for many organizations. Anything from a major charity to a local needy family can
benefit. Some additional forms of fundraising also occur at these tournaments.
I normally buy mulligans, maybe get in a skins pool or putting contest, or just
purchase some 50/50 raffle tickets because at some of these events, that booty can
add up to a pretty lucrative payday! All of these tactics along with hole and tee
sponsorships boost the cash to grow the overall donation.
Don’t forget that at most of these events a new car or maybe even cash are up
for grabs on a designated par 3 for someone lucky enough to make a hole-in-one.
My good friend Glenn Murphy of Opequon Motors in Martinsburg, WV, has been
sponsoring hole-in-one prizes for years and has given away seven vehicles for aces
at events.
Golf outings are always a fun and social part of golf season. If you are a group
looking to raise some money, put one together. It won’t be a difficult task as long
as you have plenty of volunteers and the golf course head pro leads you in the
right direction to make your event one that could possibly generate funds for your
charity for years to come.
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Cover Story
Cover Story
Lakeview Golf Club ~ All The Right Moves
Nick Ciattei
Spring Hole 7 Par 4
I made a very wise and right decision
when I moved to the Shenandoah
Valley back in the late 1970s. Sure,
every now and then I miss my
hometown, especially the crab cakes,
but I do not regret making this
beautiful part of the country my home
for the better part of the last 35 years. I
have also been pleasantly surprised that
I have been able to continue my love
for the game of golf in this region with
quite an array of fine courses within 45
minutes of my front door.
This valley so rich in history has seen
quite a lot of growth since I sprouted
roots here. The city and suburbs of
the Harrisonburg, VA, region have
exploded with James Madison College
jumping to the university ranks and
Spring Hole 9 Par 5
with the building booms of the 80s and
90s. In keeping up with the Jones’s
per se, Lakeview Golf Club also saw the need to expand during these times and
moved forward with a fourth nine being added to their existing 27 holes. They also
redesigned the original nine holes. Without a doubt I have never played a more
unique 36-hole facility than Lakeview with its four different nine-hole segments
built by four different architects at four different times. Not many courses can
include these incredibly rare facts on their resume.
golf hole as you can play. The Spring
Nine wraps up with one of the more
memorable holes at Lakeview. The
512-yard dogleg left par 5 plays from an
elevated tee that dramatically tumbles
down to the fairway below, which is
infiltrated by a ball-flogging creek. From
there, travel basically straight uphill to
a small green that slopes sharply from
back to front.
Peak Hole 4 Par 3
The Peak Nine puts forth some of the
tightest driving holes at Lakeview and
yet balances them very nicely with
generous greens and approaches. Peak
opens with three consecutive par 4s.
The first two dogleg gently left, while
the lovely downhill third plays shorter
than advertised. Good scores on these
starting holes will help your total
Peak Hole 9 Par 5
because this nine gets progressively
harder as it goes on. The par 3 fourth,
the poster child hole for the Peak, features a 50-foot drop from tee to green.
The par 5s range from the interesting, uphill fifth that is only 440 yards from the
whites to the more conventional three-shot closer that plays to a well bunkered
green.
Most consider the Lake Nine the easiest of the four, but several ponds and a
spring-fed creek will keep you thinking throughout play. Big hitters aren’t the only
ones to easily reach the greens on the par 5 second and fifth holes. A right to left
shot off the tee on the second hole provides your optimal chance at glory, but any
Throughout the years, each nine has been partnered with another. Head
Professional Mike Gooden feels the current rotation gives players equal part
challenge and variety. Russ Roberts designed the original course, the Spring
Nine, that opened at Lakeview in 1963. Ault, Clark and Associates completely
redesigned it in 1987. Its winding spring-fed creek and several doglegs pair well
with the Peak Nine’s tree lined fairways that require more precision off the tee on
the Buddy Loving designed nine that opened in 1976. The Lake Nine, another
nine designed by Roberts, debuted in 1967 and incorporates more water for the
golfer to negotiate around and over. The Mountain Nine, with Virginia resident
Lester George taking the creating credits, was unveiled in 2001 and pairs its
incredible views with the Peak’s to form another great combination.
Given the current setup at Lakeview Golf Club, let’s highlight some of the
signature holes to play on your shuttle across this very diverse landscape. The
most difficult hole on the Spring Nine, the fourth, presents a long par 4 that plays
through a beautiful wooded section. The eighth may be this writer’s favorite on
this loop. A short par 4 cascades downhill and to the right and offers as natural a
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miss-fired second shots will most likely
meet a watery grave in a pond short of
the green. The latter par 5 plays over 75
feet downhill to an ample landing area.
Sand traps protect the small putting
surface, but even this writer has reached
its green in two! The Lake Nine wraps
up with a terrific par 4 that plays uphill
to a green handsomely decorated by a
bulk-headed pond.
Lake Hole 5 Par 5
The Mountain Nine opens rather
timidly with an easy par 4, but the
second hole is anything but. Also
a par 4, it can stretch to 490 yards
from the back tees. Raw beauty and
dramatic bunkering punctuate the
sweeping par 5 third. Playing in an
open section of the property with a
delightful view of the Massanutten
Mountain Hole 3 Par 5
Peak in the background, both the
par 3 fourth’s and par 4 fifth’s lakes
become formidable obstacles to
your game. The seventh’s unique
split fairway makes golfers decide
whether to take the more easily
accessible high road or the more
direct low side. The par 4 ninth can
be played several different ways from
the tee, but that does not change
your approach from a fairway that is
some 50 feet above the green.
Mountain Hole 5 Par 4
Lakeview hosts several large tournaments each year and has always been
recognized for its superb conditioning and outstanding value. Playability and
a well-maintained rolling landscape offer just a couple of explanations for
Lakeview Golf Club being regarded as one of the best 36-hole facilities in the
Commonwealth. Locally, the club has captured the “Best in the Valley” title for
golf by readers of the Daily News-Record. The club maintains a solid membership
while still being able to court daily fee players. The service-friendly atmosphere
and professional staff foster enjoyment of the game at any level. Lakeview has an
outstanding practice complex for long game, short game, and putting practice. The
club continues to make improvements to their website and on-line reservation
feature. These smart decisions please today’s technology driven consumer who
demands information faster and more conveniently. Lakeview Golf Club in
Harrisonburg provides exceptional golf while making all the right moves.
For more information visit lakeviewgolf.net
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Golf Destination
Golf Destination
Arkansas Delta Golf ~ Au Natural
Wes Bolyard
Arkansas is nicknamed “The Natural State” for its natural scenic beauty, clear
lakes and streams, and abundant wildlife. Arkansas offers 52 state parks but only
a couple of them have golf courses: DeGray Lake Resort State Park and Village
Creek State Park. Additional picturesque golf is available when you follow the
Natural State Golf Trail. Created to showcase the scenic courses that dot the
state, the Golf Trail allows you to play through rolling hills, hardwood forests,
towering pines, grand prairies, fertile deltas, and alongside tranquil rivers, crisp
mountain lakes, and pristine streams. Since the Golf Trail’s 12 courses are spread
throughout the state at 11 unique locations, you will find ample opportunities to
enjoy the scenic countryside while traveling among them.
Part of my adventure brought me to
the eastern part of Arkansas called The
Delta. A unique geological formation
called Crowley’s Ridge rises several
hundred feet above The Delta’s flat
plain. My first stop at Village Creek
State Park, Arkansas’s second largest
state park in land area, spreads over
6,900 acres with 96 campsites. Nestled
The Ridges at Village Creek
on a nearby ridge are the park’s ten fullyequipped cabins that feature kitchens
and wood-burning fireplaces. This park has one of the more exciting 27-hole
golf layouts I have ever seen at The Ridges at Village Creek Golf Course. This
public course features the rolling terrain of Crowley’s Ridge, dramatic elevation
changes, and the backdrop of the surrounding hardwood forest’s seasonal beauty.
Depending on which configuration of the two nines you choose to play, the
yardage can stretch to more than 7400 yards. Water comes into play on 12 of the
holes. Do yourself a favor and stay overnight in one of the cabins so you can play
this course a couple of times. These three distinct nines offer outstanding golf and
fun challenges. This course is a real diamond in the rough and well worth the drive
to get there! Village Creek State Park lies two hours east of Little Rock, Arkansas,
or one hour west of Memphis, Tennessee.
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as well as enjoyable recreational rounds. Holes of notable mention include the
second with a waterfall dedicated to the memory of the late Rachel Stewart, the
sixth with a tight tee shot between water on the left and trees on the right, the
signature ninth with a beautiful but treacherous water hazard from tee to green,
and the fourteenth that can rank among the toughest on the course if not played
properly. Part of the Natural State Golf Trail, the course hosts several regional
tournaments, and the Arkansas State University men’s and women’s golf teams
also call the course home.
While in Jonesboro, I recommend going downtown to dine at Skinny J’s. They
specialize in steaks, burgers, and interesting sandwich combos. They also have live
music several nights a week.
Further east, almost to the Mississippi River, I reached Blytheville where Thunder
Bayou Golf Course, also part of the Natural State Golf Trail, resides. The real star
of the show, their 18-hole links-style layout, presents more than 80 bunkers and
water that comes into play on seven holes. Experienced players can be challenged
and casual golfers can select the most appropriate tees for their skill level and
still enjoy the gorgeous landscapes. Play at Thunder Bayou spans more than 7000
unforgettable yards of rolling fairways, strategically placed hazards, and fast greens.
Although hole three is considered their signature hole, I found all of the holes
exciting.
Back in central Arkansas at Heber
Springs on a peninsula of Greers
Ferry Lake, the quaint Red Apple
Inn and Country Club sits. The Inn
was founded over 40 years ago with a
vision of gracious country living that
remains through today. Upgraded in
part, they have kept the natural wood
look, native stone, and lush plantings
to create a quiet elegance to enhance
relaxation. The dining room is situated
for panoramic views of the lake, the
landscaped patio, or the pleasantly shaded breezeway. They are proud to say that
“fine dining and attentive service come with the view.” More active guests can
North to Jonesboro I proceeded to Sage
Meadows Golf Course, a modern links
inspired, Tommy Bolt signature course
that is fair yet challenging to golfers
of all ages and skills. The semi-private
course has a great practice facility and
a very nice clubhouse with restaurant. I
liked getting to play on the zoysia grass
fairways and lush bentgrass greens.
With water on nine of the holes, Sage
Meadows offers great tournament play
Thunder Bayou
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Golf Destination
enjoy the golf course, tennis courts, a fitness center,
lake, and forest trails.
The Inn’s 18-hole championship golf course differs a
little from than those mentioned above. The original
nine holes were built in 1969, but when the second
nine holes were added in 1979, they became holes
one through nine. The tree-lined, narrow fairways
meandering through the front nine are tempered a
bit by the back nine’s more forgiving, flatter fairways
even though some large trees still thrive. Hole
number two was once voted the most scenic hole
in Arkansas, and I could see why. This delightful
par-3 features about a 100-foot drop and a splendid
Red Apple
backdrop of trees. The mature course still maintains
traditional small green complexes that can make for
some interesting second shots! Before leaving the golf shop, be sure to pick up
some of the Southern Pecan Toffee. I have never had better toffee.
The last stop before heading to the
airport lies just north of the Red Apple
Inn in the town of Mountain View. Not
only will the drive be pretty, but the
family can take the opportunity to have
some old-fashioned fun at the Ozark
Folk Center State Park. A trip here by
itself provides enough of a reason to visit
this part of Arkansas. Arkansas’s unique
park is considered to be “A Wonderful
Way to Enjoy Yesterday” and America’s
only facility that works at preserving
the Ozark heritage and sharing it in an
entertaining way. “We keep the crafts,
music, and herblore of the Ozarks alive.”
They offer more than 18 pioneering
skills and crafts including candles, soap,
brooms, fiddles, and blacksmithing. And
then there is the music! I listened for
over an hour to a group of three called
“Whoa Mule” who played a fiddle,
guitar, and bass and shared music from
the 1820s to 1940s. The center also offers hands-on classes in different skills and
has a restaurant and cabins so you can enjoy it even more. A full calendar of events
is planned for the 2015 season.
Whether you seek to challenge your skills at a championship golf course or just
play for the pure joy, very enjoyable golf awaits you naturally in Arkansas.
For more information visit arkansas.com
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Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Basye, VA
Designer: Ed Ault
Head Professional: Doug Zimmerman
Front Royal, VA
Designer: Tom Clark
Head Professional: Mike Ahrnsbrak
#4 Best Courses you can play in Virginia — Golfweek
#31 America’s Top 50 Women–Friendly — Golf Digest Woman
#14 Best New Courses in America — Golfweek
#6 Best New Affordable Public Courses — Golf Digest
“Top Must Play Courses” —GolfStyles 2014
Rated HHH1/2 —Golf Digest
“Most Family Friendly Resort”—Mid-Atlantic/Southeast Region
2010
Experience Virginia’s most beautiful golf in the Shenandoah
Valley. The 18-hole par 72 features bentgrass tees,
fairways, and greens. Seven sets of tees (including two
PGA Family Tees) allow for a challenging, yet pleasurable,
golf experience for players of all skill levels. Measuring
just over 7300 yards from the tips, the layout consists of
two very distinct 9-hole sides. The front features several
holes cut through hardwoods, while the back nine plays in
a valley. Blue Ridge Shadows has been continually ranked
as one of America’s Top 50 Women-Friendly courses
in the United States by Golf Digest Woman Magazine!
Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, the
resort features a full-service Holiday Inn Hotel and Spa.
You will find the facility just one hour from the Washington,
DC, beltway, just off exit #6 on I-66.
Although quietly tucked away in the mountains of the
Shenandoah Valley, beautiful Bryce Resort is home to an
Ed Ault designed 18-hole championship golf course. The
golf course, though relatively flat, offers lush scenery and
views. With several tree-lined holes and fairway bunkering,
Bryce Resort is an excellent test of a player’s a
bility to keep
the ball in play. With 48 strategically placed bunkers and
Stony Creek winding throughout, Bryce Resort presents
all the challenges of mountain golf at its best. For those
wanting a broader menu of activities, you’ll find tennis,
boating, skiing, their brand new ZipLine Adventure, and
much more, including a restaurant, lounge and lodging.
Located in Basye, VA, 11 miles west of Interstate 81 at Exit
273, Bryce Resort is a four season resort providing great
golf value and should be a definite stop on your next swing
through the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
866-631-9661
540-856-2124
blueridgeshadows.com
bryceresort.com
YARDAGE PAR RATINGSLOPE
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BLUE
6787 7273.1 138
WHITE 6204 7270.4 130
GOLD
5551 7268.2 122
RED
5006 7270.0 120
BLUE
6260 7169.7 127
WHITE 6027 7168.9 123
GOLD
5297 7165.3 116
RED
5175 7169.9 118
Front Royal, VA
Designer: Lynwood Morrison
General Manager: Adam Engley
Head Professional: Rob Howells
Berkeley Springs, WV
Designer: Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Head Professional: Kenneth McCarthy
“Best of Shenandoah Valley” —Northern Virginia Daily 2014
#1 Municipal Golf Course in West Virginia —Golf Digest
One of the best values you can find in the Mid-Atlantic is
Bowling Green Country Club. Two 18-hole golf courses roll
across Virginia farmland with charming mountain views,
excellent conditions, and challenging play. The North
course features several lakes, towering willows and even
an island green. The par 71 tract is not incredibly long,
but requires well thought-out shots. The South course is
a favorite amongst seniors and ladies, but has plenty of
character golf for players of all abilities. A shorter course,
from today’s standards, the South provides challenges
with rolling fairways and large, undulating greens. Bowling
Green North and South, two of the best the Shenandoah
Valley has to offer, is located between Winchester and
Front Royal, off Route 522. Wingfield Golf Properties now
manages the courses.
One of the Mid-Atlantic’s most popular golf destinations
each year is the scenic Cacapon Resort State Park. This
challenging championship golf venue is set in the rolling
foothills of the 2,300 foot Cacapon Mountain and is the
centerpiece of the 6,000 acre park near Berkeley Springs,
West Virginia. Designed by famous golf course designer
Robert Trent Jones, Sr., the layout makes prime use of
the rolling hills at the base of the ridge. Rated as one of
the 130 best designed courses in the United States, this
outstanding facility features 73 well-placed sand bunkers
and three ponds. Holes 4 and 8 share a double green that
is more than 100 yards wide. USA Today put Cacapon on
its list of the “Top 100 Golf Courses” in the country. The
resort is located 30 minutes from I-81 on Route 522, and
just two hours from Baltimore and Washington, DC.
North:
South:
540-635-2024
540-635-2883
304-258-1022
bowlinggreencountryclub.net
North Course
cacaponresort.com
South Course
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6827 7272.3 126
WHITE 6267 7270.4 123
YELLOW 5910 7268.0 119
RED
5647 7270.6 118
YARDAGE RATING SLOPE YARDAGE RATING SLOPE
BLUE6364 70.5 133 5938 68.8 125
WHITE6098
69.2
131
5504
66.6 120
GOLD5570
66.7 125 5140 64.9 115
RED 5075 69.2 122 4893 68.4116
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Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Fairfield, PA
Designer: Ault, Clark & Assoc.
Head Professional: Phil Delpopolo
Front Royal, VA
Designer: William Carson
Managed by: County of Warren
Rated HHHH —Golf Digest
“One of the state’s premier nine hole layouts” —Virginia Golfer
One of Virginia’s oldest, continuously operating golf
courses is still one of the best golf values in all of the
Shenandoah Valley. Front Royal Golf Club is under the
operation, direction, and management of the County of
Warren and celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2013. This
1938 nine-hole layout features dual tee boxes to create
a true 18-hole feel. Front Royal is reminiscent of the old
Scottish links-style courses that require accuracy, not
length. The challenge comes from the small undulating
greens and deep bunkering. Four holes border the
Shenandoah River, more than any course in Virginia, with
none more dramatic than the par 5 seventeenth hole, which
features a tee shot along the river’s edge. Front Royal Golf
Club brings back the 4-hour round of golf. It’s a fun and
excellent test of golf you’re sure to enjoy. Conveniently
located just off I-66 at Exit 6 on Country Club Road in the
beautiful and historic Shenandoah Valley.
Carroll Valley Golf Course is pleased to be starting its
5th season under the ownership of the adjacent Liberty
Mountain Resort. Set amidst picturesque rolling hills,
surrounded by the inspiring Catoctin Mountains, Carroll
Valley offers 18 holes of Pennsylvania’s best golf. Many
upgrades have been made to the course including the
installation of a state-of-the-art irrigation system, rebuilding
tee boxes, installation of drainage systems, and new
bunkers.The resort is currently constructing a new $14
million dollar lodge that will include an expanded pro-shop,
state-of-the-art indoor golf simulators, more dining options,
and an indoor pool and fitness center. Guests will continue
to enjoy the stellar championship course and friendly
faces you have enjoyed over the years. This mature layout
designed by renowned architects Ault and Clark winds its
way around streams, lakes, hills, and native trees. “Stay
and Play” golf packages with specials are featured at the
Carroll Valley Golf Course at Liberty Mountain Resort.
800-548-8504
540-636-9061
libertymountainresort.com
frontroyalgolf.com
BLUE
6688 7172.3 128
WHITE 6345 7170.7 127
GOLD
5647 7166.7 123
RED
5022 7268.8 116
BACK
5870 7069.4 116
FRONT 4688 7067.3 119
Luray, VA
Architect: Malcolm M. Purdy
Club Manager: Putt Lancaster
Fredericksburg, VA
Designer: P.B. Dye
General Manager: Mike Byrd
Discover The Gauntlet, one of Virginia’s finest golf courses
in Fredericksburg. Opened in 1995, their par 72, 6900yard, P.B. Dye championship layout features lush zoysia
fairways and smooth, consistent bentgrass greens. Set
around the lake of Curtis Memorial Park in Fredericksburg,
The Gauntlet made its mark by being named one of Golf
Digest’s Top 10 New Courses to Play in the US. The
Gauntlet Golf Club aims to please the most demanding
players with four set of tees. The front nine is interspersed
with meandering wetlands, while the back nine features
generous tiered greens. The Gauntlet Golf Club offers an
outstanding practice facility. The Gauntlet staff is available
for lessons, and their clubhouse has a full-service bar
and grill and fully-stocked golf shop. Perfect for your next
golf outing, banquet, wedding, or special event. Located
minutes from I-95 just off Rte. 17 in Fredericksburg.
Enjoy outstanding golf in the breathtakingly beautiful
Shenandoah Valley at Caverns Country Club Resort.
Nestled in the shadows of the Blue Ridge Mountains and
overlooking the fabled Shenandoah River, the unique
setting of the river and mountains creates one of the most
scenic golf opportunities in the mid-Atlantic region. High
above the banks of the river, 6499 yards of gently rolling
fairways seem to touch the mountains with beautiful vistas
of nearby farmlands. Call (540) 743-7111 for daily tee times
and greens fees. Golfers from Canada and points north
have found Luray, Virginia, with Caverns Country Club an
ideal place for a golf excursion. Seasonal specials and
vacation packages for golfers and non-golfers alike are
available. These packages include special rates for lodging,
golfing, and dining. If you are a fan of golf with a view, you
cannot go wrong with a pleasant drive to one of the finest
mountain courses in the mid-Atlantic.
888-443-6551
540-752-0963
luraycaverns.com
golfgauntlet.com
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6499 7271.2 117
WHITE 6307 7269.8 115
RED
5499 7272.4 120
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DYE
6723 7272.8 140
BLACK 6161 7270.2 134
WHITE 5807 7268.6 130
RED
4819 7264.2 119
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Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Leesburg, VA
Course Architects: Bill Gordon, 1952
Rick Jacobson, 2007
General Manager: Jeffrey Berg
Middletown, MD
Designer: Rick Jacobson
Pro Shop Manager: Bradley Klein
The challenging Hollow Creek Golf Club at Glenbrook was
designed by nationally acclaimed golf course architect Rick
Jacobson. Located in the historic Middletown Valley and
surrounded by the Catoctin Mountains, this 18-hole public
golf course is part of a residential development located
in the fast-growing Frederick area about 40 miles outside
Washington, DC, and Baltimore. The layout features
dramatic elevation changes of up to 100 feet. Hollow Creek
itself comes into play on five holes. The mountainous
setting provides scenic views in every direction. The
course offers a high-end golf experience at an affordable
price. The 15,000 square foot French Country clubhouse,
overlooking the 18th hole, is home to the new Valley
Grill & Sports Bar with 30 giant TVs and an exciting new
menu. Hollow Creek Golf Club is just 4 miles from I-70 in
Middletown, Maryland.
The classic Goose Creek Golf Club, conveniently located
in historic Leesburg, has been home to Northern Virginia’s
golfers for more than half a century. Goose Creek rekindles
the spirit of days past, providing today’s golfers a classic
golfing experience at a great value. The Goose’s wellknown layout permits a quick pace of play, allowing more
time to relax on the patio or in the grill. The golf course is
challenging from tee to green and is designed to offer a fun
and exciting challenge to golfers of all skill levels. The 18hole, 6410-yard, par 71 layout features three tee stations,
winding fairways with strategically placed bunkers, ponds,
creeks, and trees providing a variety of golf challenges.
A spacious clubhouse and outdoor patio provide the
perfect place for hosting an outing or just relaxing after a
great round of golf at Goose Creek. This Northern Virginia
landmark for more than 60 years is located just off Rt. 7 in
Leesburg.
703-729-2500
301-371-0400
goosecreekgolf.com
hollowcreekgolfclub.com
BLUE
6410 7171.8 130
WHITE 5937 7169.6 125
RED
5170 7170.7 123
BLUE
6780 7272.0 135
WHITE 6394 7270.3 133
GREEN 5719 7267.6 124
RED
5105 7268.7 121
Harrisonburg, VA
Designer: Bill Love
Head Professional: David Johns
Staunton, VA
Architects: Fred Findlay / Raymond F. Loving
Club Manager: Eric Cobb
“Best in the Valley” - Daily News Record 2012
The historic Ingleside Golf Club in Staunton offers 18 holes
of golf in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Our
service-friendly atmosphere and well-maintained facility
foster enjoyment of the game at any level. We invite you
to join us for play. Ingleside has 6405 yards of golf from
the longest tees playing to a par of 72 on native bluegrass.
Designed by Fred Findlay and Raymond F. Loving, Jr., the
Ingleside golf course opened in 1928. The layout features
tree-lined fairways and no real water hazards. Ingleside
Golf Club is located just minutes from historic downtown
Staunton just off Interstate 81. Ingleside is home to a
unique 18-hole course, a full-service professional shop,
a practice area with range, putting and chipping greens,
and facilities for hosting tournaments and outings of 100
or more participants. Ingleside offers memberships and
welcomes public play as well. The nineteenth hole grill
features al fresco dining overlooking the course. Ingleside
now features on-site lodging for stay-and-play golf
packages.
Heritage Oaks is the beautiful public course located in and
operated by the City of Harrisonburg, Virginia. Designed by
Bill Love, this course combines links- and parkland-style
holes that meander along a diverse piece of property, giving
golfers a challenging yet fair test of golf. Towering oaks,
hence the name, are abundant. Voted “Best In The Valley”
four out of the past five years, Heritage Oaks plays to a par
70, measuring 6324 yards from the back tees, providing
plenty for accomplished golfers. Three other spacious sets
of tees make the facility an excellent layout for golfers of
all skills. Heritage Oaks incorporates many modern day
golf course features like generous landing areas and large
bentgrass greens with moderate undulations. Heritage
Oaks is home of The First Tee Program. A great day of golf
awaits everyone at the Heritage Oaks, just off Route 33
West on Garbers Church Road, Exit 247B, I-81.
540-442-6502
540-248-7888
heritageoaksgolf.com
inglesidegolf.net
GOLD (Back)
6324
70
70.2
129
BLACK (Middle) 5891
70
68.5
124
WHITE (Senior) 5298
70
66.1
118
GREEN (Ladies) 4542
70
66.6
114
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BLUE
6405 7270.2 123
WHITE 6110 7268.8 120
RED
5323 7271.4 114
Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Front Royal, VA
Designer: Shapemasters
Club Manager: Richard Jenkins
Fredericksburg, VA
Designer: Bill Love
Head Professional: Jamie Loughan
Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Jackson’s
Chase offers panoramic views of Signal Knob and
surrounding mountains, and harbors a chapter of history’s
past. Enjoy a round of golf on the very ground where
General Stonewall Jackson gave chase during the Civil
War more than 130 years ago. Situated on 300 acres in
Front Royal, VA, and measuring over 6500 yards from the
tips, Jackson’s Chase has many holes that give you the
opportunity to bust it from the tee. Still, there are other
holes that cut through existing forest where safety is the
better part of valor. It is only befitting when you play on this
historical ground, that strategy will come into play for you
just as it did for General Jackson. Located just minutes
from Interstates 66 and 81, Jackson’s Chase now has new
local ownership and is committed to bringing you one of
the best golf experiences around. The totally redesigned
clubhouse and grill are just the beginning. Come to the
Jack to meet old freinds and make new ones.
Located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, approximately
one hour south of Washington, DC, Lee's Hill Golf Club is
one of the pioneers of upscale golf in the region. From its
celebrated opening in 1993 to present day, the course has
always attracted excellent reviews and was immediately
listed in the top ten in Northern Virginia. The Bill Love
designed championship course winds throughout authentic
civil war battle trenches and the actual 1862 campsite of
General Robert E. Lee and his troops. In 2007, new local
owners purchased Lee's Hill, and the renovations and
rebirth is something to see. If you have not played this
beautiful layout in awhile, you need to see the revitalization
and improvements yourself. The new team is committed
to providing excellent conditions and they are always
recognized for their outstanding customer service. Located
3 miles from I-95, Exit 126, just off Route 17 South. Lee's
Hill Golf Club truly gives golfers the best of past and
present.
540-635-7814
540-891-0111
jacksonschasegolfclub.com
leeshillgc.com
BLUE
6513 7271.1 129
WHITE 6100 7269.9 124
GOLD
5389 7266.8 115
RED
4526 7269.1 114
CANNON6834 7272.9 135
RIFLE
6268 7270.2 126
SABER 5925 7268.9 122
PISTOL 5064 7269.2 115
Harrisonburg, VA
Designers: Russ Roberts, Buddy Loving,
Ault, Clark & Assoc., Lester George
Head Professional: Mike Gooden
Gettysburg, PA
Designer: Lindsay Ervin, Stephen M. Klein
Head Professional: Jason Pandoli
“#9 in PA, America’s Best Golf Courses” —Golfweek 2006
Rated HHHH1/2 —Golf Digest
Outstanding golf awaits you at Lakeview Golf Club in
Harrisonburg, VA, one of the most unique 36-hole facilities
with four different nines built by four different architects at
different times. Play them all and decide which one is your
favorite. Spring Nine has a winding spring-fed creek and
several doglegs. Peak Nine has more tree lined fairways
while the Lake Nine incorporates more water hazards. The
Mountain Nine is the newest and combines all of the other
nine’s characteristics along with breathtaking views. Subtle
undulating greens and a well-maintained landscape are
some of the reasons Lakeview is widely recognized as one
of the best in the Shenandoah Valley. The service-friendly
atmosphere and professional staff foster enjoyment of the
game at any level. Lakeview plays host to the area’s top
golf events and has an outstanding practice complex. Get
ready for the complete golf experience at Lakeview Golf
Club located just off I-81, Exits 245 and 247.
Set among the rolling hills and mountains of Adams County,
The Links At Gettysburg is situated near the area’s most
historic countryside. Prepare for sensory overload when
you battle this challenging layout. The magnificent upscale
championship course features steep 35’ rock cliffs, stonelined tee boxes, red rock paths, ten lakes, and waterfalls,
offering a great round of golf for all levels of ability. The
beautiful clubhouses accommodate up to 200 guests; a
triple-tier brick patio overlooking the 11th, 12th, and 18th
greens accommodates 300. Visit today on Mason-Dixon
Road, minutes from Route 15 and less than an hour away
from Baltimore, MD; Washington, DC; and Harrisburg, PA.
Experience the beauty and unique challenge of The Links
At Gettysburg.
lakeviewgolf.net
thelinksatgettysburg.com
717-359-8000
540-434-8937
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(Mountain/Spring)(Peak/Lakes)
YARDAGE RATING YARDAGERATING
BLUE 6978 73.7 651770.9
WHITE6439 71.3 6153 69.5
GOLD5679 67.5 572767.1
RED 5264 70.3 563769.8
GOLD
7069 7274.1 144
BLUE
6666 7272.4 141
WHITE 6277 7270.5 130
GREEN 5802 7267.7 128
RED
4977 7268.8 120
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Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Charles Town, WV
Designer: Guy Rando
Head Professional: Wayne Clark
Charlottesville, VA
Designer: Buddy Loving, Bill Love
Head Professional: Rion Summers
One of the top courses in the state of West Virginia is
Locust Hill Golf Course in Charles Town. Locust Hill
maintains championship golf conditions with outstanding
bentgrass tees and greens. Playing at just over 7000 yards
from the tips, this facility provides plenty of challenge.
Lakes, ponds, and streams bring 35 acres of water into
play on ten holes. The finishing four holes are as good as
you’ll find anywhere, wrapping up with the 455-yard, par 4
eighteenth which features a dramatic approach shot over
a large lake. Golf Digest awarded Locust Hill one of the
“Top 125 in Country for Best Value.” The course handles
corporate and charity golf outings. With the excitement of
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, the area has
plenty to offer. Golf, Racing, and Gaming make for the
perfect sporting getaway. Locust Hill is located west of
Charles Town off Route 51, a little more than a beautiful
hour´s drive from the Baltimore and Washington beltways.
Meadowcreek Golf Course is a cut above most municipal
golf courses. Sporting greens of Penncross bentgrass and
Bermuda fairways, this beautiful tract is surrounded by
panoramic views of Central Virginia. Meadowcreek Golf
Course is adorned with large, stately oak trees, flowering
dogwood and cherry trees, and proudly hosts many
regional tournaments. This challenging, but player-friendly,
course was designed and built in two nine-hole phases.
The first nine was designed by Buddy Loving, a renowned
golf course architect with many other highly respected
golf course designs to his credit. The second nine was
designed by Bill Love of the outstanding architectural firm
of Ault, Clark & Associates. Located just off Rt. 29 on Pen
Park Road, Meadowcreek Golf Course is a “must play” for
golfers of all abilities.
304-728-7300
434-977-0615
locusthillgolfcourse.com
meadowcreekgolf.org
BLACK 7005 7273.5 128
WHITE 6394 7270.7 122
GREY
5772 7267.9 117
RED
5112 7272.0 120
BLUE
6200 7169.9 133
WHITE 5685 7167.8 125
RED
4527 7066.6 119
Middletown, MD
Designer: Arthur Hills
Head Professional: Steve Miller
Fairfield, PA
Designer: Ault, Clark & Assoc.
Head Professional: Ed Reely
“Rolex Top 1,000 Courses” —2011
“#10 in MD, Best Public Golf Courses” —Golf Magazine 2012
Recipient of national attention, Maryland National, in
Middletown, MD, is acclaimed as a tremendous layout
with impeccable turf conditions. Adding to the beauty of
the course is a well-trained and very hospitable staff all
of whom make the golfer feel warmly welcomed from
the moment they arrive. Nestled in the beautiful Catoctin
mountains of Frederick, Maryland National offers majestic
views of the surrounding countryside. This par 71, 6811yard masterpiece includes open links-style holes, wetland
carries, and wooded tree lined fairways, surely keeping
your interest at every turn. Additional amenities include
a spectacular clubhouse with restaurant, on-board GPS,
and complimentary practice use facility. Maryland National,
located just off I-70, 45 minutes from DC and Baltimore, is
a must play for your next rewarding day of golf.
Pre-Civil War clubhouse, picturesque views of the Catoctin
Mountains, a large natural grass practice facility and 18
well-manicured holes are just the beginning. Overall,
golfers will find a fair, challenging and gratifying course with
two distinctly different 9-holes. The front nine is considered
more open compared to the longer, tree-lined back nine.
With a four star rating by Golf Digest, Mountain View
features a full grass practice range, short game area, and
putting green. What distinguishes Mountain View from other
golf clubs is not only its exceptional playability and great
condition but its great value. After your round, reminisce
while enjoying a bite and cold beverage in our Grill–Pavilion
with picturesque views of the 9th, 10th, and 18th holes.
A must play FOUR STAR Golf Digest course located just
minutes from the historic Gettysburg battlefields. Come
play this hidden treasure where you’ll frequently find the
smoothest and quickest greens in the area.
301-371-0000
717-641-7380
mtviewgc.com
marylandnational.com
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BLUE
WHITE
GOLD
RED
BLACK 6811 7173.6 139
GOLD
6474 7172.0 136
WHITE 6069 7170.0 131
GREEN 5549 7167.4 124
RED
4844 7168.3 120
twitter : @golfguideinc YARDAGE PAR RATINGSLOPE
6608 71
71.2
128
6230 71
69.4
125
5945 71
66.3
116
5193 70
68.4
118
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Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Myersville, MD
Designer: Joe Lee
Head Professional: David Freiss
Ruther Glen, VA
Designer: Tom Walker
Director of Golf: Jim Mason
“#7 in MD, America’s Best Golf Courses” —Golfweek 2015
“Top Must Play Courses” —Golfstyles 2014
Pendleton Golf Club is one of Virginia’s most exciting
new and picturesque golf courses. Pendleton opened to
the public in September of 2006 and is located mid-point
between Richmond and Washington, D.C. in Ruther
Glen. Named after Virginia’s first acting governor Edmund
Pendleton, this course lives up to its lofty namesake.
Designed by Thomas Walker, former lead designer at the
Gary Player Design Company, this spectacular layout
combines creative mounding and undulating greens to
challenge all levels of players. The course stretches to
more than 7000 yards from the back tees, while ladies will
find the 4500 yard length accommodating. There are five
sets of tees in all. Pendleton also features one of the best
practice facilities and driving ranges in the Mid-Atlantic. The
grass tee alone at the range is OVER an acre. Call 804448-4727 or visit us on the web at pendletongolfva.com.
Encompassing more than 150 acres of breathtaking
mountain views without one house, condo, or townhouse
spoiling any fairway, Musket Ridge Golf Club is the final
gem designed by the late Gentleman Joe Lee and is known
as one of his finest works, joining the ranks of Doral and
LaCosta. From the first hole’s dramatic elevated tee shot,
golfers will view this course as one of the Free State’s
best. Undulating greens, strategically located visible
hazards from elevated tee boxes, and unique bunkering
are trademarks of this superbly conditioned golf course.
The friendly, professional staff believe that a day on the
golf course should reward golfers with the “perfect golf”
experience, and the food is second to no other public golf
course. Surrounded by abundant natural beauty and unique
topography, Musket Ridge is conveniently located just off
I-70, west of Frederick, in Myersville, MD.
301-293-9930
804-448-4727
musketridge.com
pendletongolfva.com
GOLD
6902 7273.0 140
BLUE
6416 7271.1 130
WHITE 5884 7268.9 123
RED
5333 7271.1 124
BLACK 7093 7275.5 141
BLUE
6635 7272.8 135
WHITE 6090 7269.9 131
GOLD
5547 7267.5 124
RED
4525 7267.0 115
Keezletown, VA
Designers: Russell Breeden & Jeff Forbes
Head Professional: Brad Powell
Fayetteville, PA
Designer: Ed Ault/Bill Love
Head Professional: David Beegle
“#5 Best New Affordable Course” —Golf Digest 2003
“The Top 10 Courses for the Money Right Now” in the country
—Links Magazine 2014
“#9 in PA, Best Public Golf Courses”—Golf Magazine 2012
In the heart of the Shenandoah Valley sits one of America’s
most spectacular golf courses. Packsaddle Ridge Golf Club
in Keezletown, Virginia, is a stunning 18-hole championship
golf course featuring incredible views of the valley below.
Golf Digest in 2003 voted Packsaddle #5 “Best New
Affordable Course.” $40,000 worth or renovations were
completed in the fall of 2014 on the front nine. This
breathtaking facility was built on more than 500 acres of
rolling countryside. Designed by renowned golf architect
Russell Breeden along with Jeff Forbes, this 4-year project
required an incredible one million tons of rock and 750,000
tons of top soil to be moved. The result is a layout that will
challenge all types of golfers and overload your senses with
natural beauty. Packsaddle Ridge is located 15 minutes off
Exit 247, east of I-81.
The perfect combination of traditional and modern golf can
be found in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania, at Penn National
Golf Club, home of two four star, 18-hole championship
courses. The Founders Course (1968-Ed Ault Design) is
a classic northeastern-style masterpiece featuring large
contoured greens, tree-lined rye/bluegrass fairways,
sculpted bunkers, and a 7-acre lake. Iron Forge (1996-Bill
Love) is a contemporary design with bentgrass tees,
fairways, and greens and fescue bluegrass roughs. Iron
Forge has links characteristics with well-placed mounding
and tall native grasses in the outer rough areas. “Play
among the stars” at Penn National, located 18 miles west
of Gettysburg, close to I-81 and I-70. Stay & Play packages
are available at the on-site 52 room Inn.
800-221-7366
540-269-8188
penngolf.com
packsaddle.net
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BLACK 7024 7274.2 139
BLUE
6398 7270.7 131
GREEN 5929 7268.2 128
WHITE 5470 7265.7 118
RED/GOLD4663 72 66.8 116
Founders Course
YARDAGE RTG/SLP
BLUE
6972
73.8/137
GREEN 6465 71.0/131
GREY
5791
68.2/124
LADIES
5352
71.1/120
Iron Forge Course
BLACK
BLUE WHITE
GOLD
LADIES YARDAGERTG/SLP
700973.5/133
6602 71.6/130
630070.3/128
6001 68.8/ 124
5246 69.9/121
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Feature Courses
Feature Courses
Front Royal, VA
Designer: Buddy Loving
Head Professional: Jeff Forman
Chantilly, VA
Designer: Tom Clark
General Manager: Jon Fulton
Rated HHHH—Golf Digest
Pleasant Valley Golf Club is a must play in the Washington,
DC area. Conveniently located in Chantilly, Virginia, just 25
miles west of our nation’s Capital, it is a beautiful, natural
layout in a park-like setting - no homes bordering the golf
course, just great golf holes. Opening to rave reviews in
1998, the golf course was designed by Tom Clark of Ault,
Clark & Associates and features a pristine landscape of
rolling hills, hardwood trees and native grass meadows.
You’ll also enjoy a modern clubhouse with a fully stocked
Pro Shop. The course features a practice facility and 18
championship holes, with several sets of tees to challenge
all abilities. Pleasant Valley Golf Club is a great venue for
your charity or corporate golf outing.
The Shenandoah Valley Golf Club, located 8 miles north
of Front Royal, is 27 holes of Virginia’s best golf. Its scenic
beauty is unparalleled, with views of the Skyline Drive
and the Blue Ridge and Massanutten mountain ranges
on every hole. This superbly conditioned course on 250
rolling acres features bentgrass tees and greens and plush
ryegrass fairways. With three nines, the red, white, and
blue, you have a great chance to get in 27 holes. The club
has hosted many golf championships, numerous VSGA
tournaments, and Middle Atlantic Section PGA events.
Home of the Shenandoah Valley Golf Club Teaching &
Fitness Center, the area’s only indoor heated center.
Constantly lauded for its condition, playability and overall
value, Shenandoah Valley Golf Club, located just minutes
from I-81 and I-66 between Winchester and Front Royal, is
golf in the country at its best.
703-222-7900
540-636-GOLF(4653)
shenandoahvalleygolfclub.com
pleasantvalleygc.com
GOLD
6915 7273.5 137
BLUE
6509 7271.6 136
WHITE 5953 7268.8 129
RED
5106 7268.9 118
RED/WHITE WHITE/BLUE BLUE/RED
YARDAGE SLOPE YARDAGE SLOPE YARDAGE SLOPE
BLUE
6121 12763741296443
128
WHITE
5687 12159301226065
124
GOLD
4759 11350671135216
114
RED4759 11546121154761
121
New Market, VA
Designer: Rod Smith & Ed Ault
Pro Shop Director: Derek Davis
Winchester, VA
Designer: Denny Perry
General Manager: Gerri Lum
Rated #1 in Shenandoah Valley—Virginia Living
“Nominated Top 100 New Course” —Golf Digest 2004
Shenvalee Resort’s beautiful 27-hole PGA course first
opened in 1927 with Bobby Jones performing the honors.
You’ll discover enjoyable and relaxing golf in one of the
most historic settings of the Shenandoah Valley. The golf
course includes five sets of tees providing playability to
players of all skill levels. Rye grass fairways, bentgrass
greens, and rolling countryside terrain make Shenvalee
an area favorite. The course is always in great condition
and the down-home southern hospitality is exceptional.
Shenvalee has lodging, a restaurant, and a sports lounge
on-site. Located just off Interstate 81 in New Market, VA,
the facility hosts groups of all sizes and from all areas of
the U.S. and Canada as a true traditional golf destination.
The Shenvalee Resort is Shenandoah Valley golf at its
finest.
Located in the Shenandoah Valley west of Winchester,
VA, Rock Harbor Golf Course is perhaps the region’s most
exciting layout. Designer Denny Perry built the course on
more than 325 acres of apple orchards and woodlands
with elevation changes of more than 150 feet. Forty acres
of lakes are the focal point of “The Rock,” which includes
the spectacular island green par 3 seventh. Six sets of
tees allow players of all levels to enjoy this fun, highly
challenging golf course. Fast Penn A-4 bentgrass greens
are recognized as some of the best in the region. Enjoy
conquering the Rock Course, and look for the completion
of the Boulder Course the Summer of 2015. Located just
minutes from Interstate 81 off Route 37, Rock Harbor
is within one hour from Northern Virginia or Frederick,
Maryland.
866-273-1934
888-339-3181
rockharborgolf.com
Rock YDGPARRTGSLOPE
BLACK 729972 75.0 135
BLUE 680872 72.8 132
WHITE 625272 70.0 126
ORANGE 542472 66.2 117
YELLOW 468472 63.1 110
GREEN 369272 N/A N/A
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YDGPARRTGSLOPE
754772 75.7 151
698172 73.1 143
634772 70.2 131
544872 66.6 120
479872 63.8 114
356172 N/A N/A
shenvalee.com
Yardage
BLUE BLACKWHITE RED
OLDE NINE
3034288028282341
CREEK NINE
3272308328472528
MILLER NINE
3267306627902337
Feature Courses
Feature Courses
South Riding, VA
Designer: Dan Maples
General Manager: Jon Fulton
Ijamsville, MD
Designers: Ernie Els & J. Michael Poellot
General Manager: Ted Goodenow
“100 Must Play Courses of the Middle Atlantic” —Golf Digest
“#6 in MD, America’s Best Golf Courses”—Golfweek 2015
“#3 in MD, Best Public Golf Courses”—Golf Magazine 2012
Imagine yourself playing South Riding Golf Club – a
golfer's dream come true. Set in the gentle hills of Northern
Virginia, amidst the hardwood trees, grassy meadows, and
picturesque water features, South Riding boasts a Dan
Maples signature championship golf course, which has
challenged golfers since 1997. South Riding Golf Club is
a semi-private club that is open to everyone, and the only
requisite to becoming a member is that you are looking for
a world-class golf experience in a relaxing environment.
The course is located in the award-winning community
of South Riding in Loudoun County, just 25 miles west of
Washington DC. South Riding Golf Club is popular with all
skill levels and offers a challenging layout with a variety of
tee placements. No matter what your handicap, you will feel
welcome at South Riding Golf Club.
Designed by architect J. Michael Poellot and two-time
U.S. Open Champion Ernie Els, Whiskey Creek is as big
and bold as the land itself. Bordered by a high ridge of
hardwoods and a winding, free-flowing creek, the course
features wetlands, rock outcroppings, stone walls, streams,
and dramatic views of the Catoctin Mountains. Like most of
the tested and true championship courses, Whiskey Creek
is an honest golf course with its challenges and hazards
in plain sight. The holes at Whiskey Creek are designed to
test a player’s shotmaking ability, never more evident than
the par 5 closer, with ruins of an old farmhouse splitting the
fairway with great risk-reward opportunities. Come see the
drama that awaits just minutes off I-270, Exit 26, on Route
80 in Urbana, Maryland.
703-327-6660
888-883-1174
southridinggc.com
YARDAGE
CHAMPIONSHIP7148
TOURNAMENT6473
MEDAL
6070
CLUB
5720
FORWARD
5001
whiskeycreekgolf.com
PAR RATINGSLOPE
72
74.8 140
72 71.6 132
72 69.8126
72 68.5118
72 69.6122
BLACK 7001 7274.6 138
BLUE
6525 7272.1 136
WHITE 5979 7269.3 129
RED
5296 7270.5 121
New Kent, VA
Designer: Rees Jones
Head Professional: Matt O’Grady
Mercersburg, PA
Designer: Rick Robbins
Director of Golf: Rich Hogan
“#6 in VA, America’s Best Golf Courses” —Golfweek 2015
“Perfect Five, Breathtaking, Terrific Value”—Golf Magazine
Whitetail Golf Resort is a spectacular Rick Robbins design
that brings “golf with a view.” Quite simply, this is one of
the area’s most beautiful golf courses. Each hole has
been designed to take advantage of the natural beauty
that surrounds the area. Whitetail is a combination links
and mountain style layout. The front nine winds across
the valley, while the back nine features six holes that
play into the mountain with dramatic elevation changes
and breathtaking views. Located just minutes from I-81
and I-70 and approximately 70 minutes from Baltimore
and Washington. Come to the mountains of south central
Pennsylvania for a golf experience that is true to the game.
Whitetail now has a state of the art clubhouse, Grille Room,
and pro shop. Whitetail Golf Resort is owned and operated
by Whitetail Ski Resort & Snow Time, Inc.
The Club at Viniterra is Virginia’s most beautiful and
exciting new golf course. Located in New Kent between
Richmond and Williamsburg, this 18-hole championship
course designed by acclaimed architect Rees Jones is
adjacent to New Kent Winery and is the centerpiece of the
unique and upscale Viniterra residential community. Spread
out over a vast and diverse piece of land, the course
measures anywhere from 5200 to over 7700 yards, giving
it infinite flexibility. The Club at Viniterra uses multiple tee
boxes and wide fairways to assure an enjoyable experience
for all skill levels. The U.S. Open doctor has crafted a jewel,
and The Club at Viniterra is a must–play in the mid-Atlantic
region. You will be amazed by the raw beauty of this Jones
masterpiece located minutes from I-64 in New Kent, VA.
804-932-3888
888-493-4169
viniterragolf.com
golfatwhitetail.com
Professional7759 72 77.1 147
BLACK 7326 7275.2 142
BLUE
6864 7273.1 137
WHITE 6495 7271.4 133
GREEN 6124 7269.8 129
GOLD
5891 7268.7 127
BURGUNDY5213
72 71.1 128
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BLACK 6950 7273.5 138
BLUE
6433 7271.3 126
WHITE 6433 7271.0 134
GOLD
5817 7269.1 122
RED
5234 7270.5 123
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Feature Courses
Hedgesville, WV
Designer: Ray Johnston
Head Professional: Ron Springer
pgatour.com
Located at the northern entrance to the Shenandoah
Valley in Hedgesville, WV, the Woods, part of a 2,000-acre
community, features 36 holes including the Mountain View
Championship Course and the Stony Lick Mid-Length
Course. The Mountain View Course wanders around a
wooded plateau between The Woods pro shop and the
Third Hill Mountain, which dominates its view. Carved from
a forest, Mountain View’s fairways are framed by dogwood,
maple, oak, and pine trees. The Stony Lick Mid-Length is
the first 18-hole course of its kind in the area, providing
golfers of all levels terrific fun without taking five hours and
losing a dozen balls. GolfStyles Washington writes that golf
at The Woods is “Fun & Fair.” Escape to The Woods, Exit
16 West off I-81.
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TPC Louisiana
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Bass Pro Shops Legends
Top of the Rock
(GOLF)
Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic
Lake Merced Golf Club
(GOLF)
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WGC–Match Play Championship
TPC Harding Park
(GOLF/NBC)
Insperity Invitational
The Woodlands Country Club
(GOLF)
North Texas Shoot-Out
Las Calinas Country Club
(GOLF)
MAY 7–10
The Players Championship
TPC Sawgrass–Stadium Course
(GOLF/NBC)
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GREEN 544272 65.7 111
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Urbana, MD
Designer: Brian Ault
Head Professional: Ed Coyle
“America’s Top Pace of Play Golf Courses” —Zagat Survey
“#9 in MD, America’s Best Golf Courses” —Golfweek 2015
Worthington Manor Golf Club is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s
premier championship daily fee and membership clubs.
Intelligently carved from Maryland’s countryside, this
magnificent 18-hole, 7000-yard, Ault-Clark Signature
Course features lush bentgrass from tee to green. Holes
are routed dramatically through wetlands and across rolling
farmland. Worthington Manor has received rave reviews,
nominated for Golf Digest’s Best New Course in America
(1999) and Maryland Course of the Year (2001) by the
National Golf Course Owners Association. This modern
facility provides professional, courteous service, 10 minute
tee times, and permits carts off the paths. Worthington
Manor, located in Urbana, MD, just one mile west of I-270
on Route 80, is sure to be your “country club for the day.”
301-874-5400
MAY 14–17
Wells Fargo Championship
Quail Hollow Club
(GOLF/CBS)
Regions Tradition
Kingsmill Championship
Shoal Greek Golf Club
Kingsmill Resort–River Course
(GOLF)(GOLF)
MAY 21–24
Crowne Plaza Invitational
Colonial Country Club
(GOLF/CBS)
Senior PGA Championship
Pete Dye Course at French Lick
(GOLF/NBC)
MAY 28–31
Byron Nelson Championship
TPC Four Seasons Resort
(GOLF/CBS)
ShopRite LPGA Classic
Seaview Hotel & Golf Club
(GOLF)
JUNE 4–7
The Memorial Tournament
Muirfield Village Golf Club
(GOLF/CBS)
Principal Charity Classic
Wakonda Club
(GOLF)
Manulife Financial LPGA Classic
Whistle Bear Golf Club
(GOLF)
JUNE 11–14
Fed Ex St. Jude Classic
TPC Southwind
(GOLF/CBS)
Senior Players Championship Belmont Country Club
(GOLF)
KPMG LPGA Championship Westchester Country Club
(GOLF/NBC)
JUNE 18–21
The U.S. Open Championship
Chambers Bay Golf Club
(FS1/FOX)
JUNE 25–28 Travelers Championship
TPC River Highlands
(GOLF/CBS) The U.S. Senior Open Championship Arkansas Championship
Del Paso Country Club
Pinnacle Country Club
(ESPN2/NBC)(GOLF)
JUNE 29–30
CVS Caremark Classic
Rhode Island Country Club
(GOLF)
JULY 2–5
The Greenbrier Classic
The Greenbrier (The Old White TPC)
(GOLF/CBS)
JULY 9–12
John Deere Classic
TPC Deere Run
(GOLF/CBS)
JULY 16–19
Encompass Championship
North Shore Country Club
(GOLF)
The Open Championship
St. Andrews–The Old Course
(ESPN)
The Women’s U.S. Open Championship
Lancaster Country Club
(ESPN2/NBC)
Marathon Classic
Highland Meadows Golf Club
(GOLF)
Barbasol Championship
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
(GOLF)
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BLUE
6525 7271.8 134
WHITE 6058 7269.3 125
RED
5206 7270.1 127
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MARYLAND
PENNSYLVANIA
Diamond Ridge
410-887-1349 . . . . . . . . . 1
Fox Hollow
410-887-7735 . . . . . . . . . 2
Greystone
410-887-1945 . . . . . . . . . 3
Hollow Creek
301-371-0400 . . . . . . . . . 4
Maryland National
301-371-0000 . . . . . . . . . 5
Musket Ridge
301-293-9930 . . . . . . . . . 6
Rocky Point
410-887-0215 . . . . . . . . . 7
Whiskey Creek
888-883-1174 . . . . . . . . . 8
Woodlands
410-887-1349 . . . . . . . . . 9
Worthington Manor
301-874-5400 . . . . . . . . . 10
Carroll Valley Resort
800-548-8504 . . . . . . . . .
Links At Gettysburg
717-359-8000 . . . . . . . . .
Mountain View
717-641-7380 . . . . . . . . .
Penn National
800-221-7366 . . . . . . . . .
Whitetail Resort
888-493-4169 . . . . . . . . .
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2
3
4
5
VIRGINIA
Blue Ridge Shadows
866-631-9661 . . . . . . . . .
Bowling Green
North 800-659-0163
South 540-635-2883 . . . . . .
Bryce Resort
540-856-2124 . . . . . . . . .
Caverns
888-443-6551 . . . . . . . . .
Front Royal
540-636-9061 . . . . . . . . .
The Gauntlet
540-752-0963 . . . . . . . . .
Goose Creek
703-729-2500 . . . . . . . . .
Heritage Oaks
540-442-6502 . . . . . . . . .
1
2
3
4
5
Ingleside
540-248-7888 . . . . . . . . . 9
Jackson’s Chase
540-635-7814 . . . . . . . . . 10
Lakeview
540-434-8937 . . . . . . . . . 11
Lee’s Hill
540-891-0111 . . . . . . . . . 12
Meadowcreek
434-977-0615 . . . . . . . . . 13
Packsaddle Ridge
540-269-8188 . . . . . . . . . 14
Pendleton
804-448-4727 . . . . . . . . . 15
Pleasant Valley
703-222-7900 . . . . . . . . . 16
Rock Harbor
866-273-1934 . . . . . . . . . 17
Shenandoah Valley
540-636-GOLF (4653) . . . . . 18
Shenvalee Resort
888-339-3181 . . . . . . . . . 19
South Riding
703-327-6660 . . . . . . . . . 20
Viniterra
804-932-3888 . . . . . . . . . 21
WEST VIRGINIA
Cacapon Resort
304-258-1022 . . . . . . . . . 1
Locust Hill
304-728-7300 . . . . . . . . . 2
Woods Resort
304-754-7222 . . . . . . . . . 3
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Additional Regional
Additional Regional Courses
MARYLAND
Bay Hills – Arnold Beaver Creek – Hagerstown
Black Rock – Hagerstown
Blue Mash – Olney
Bowie – Bowie
Breton Bay – Leonardtown
Bulle Rock – Havre de Grace
Carroll Park – Baltimore Clifton Park – Baltimore Clustered Spires – Frederick
Compass Point – Pasadena
Cross Creek – Beltsville
Eisenhower – Crownsville Enterprise – Mitchellville
Exton – Aberdeen
Fairway Hills – Columbia Falls Road – Potomac
Fore Sisters – Rawlings
Forest Park – Baltimore Frederick Golf Club – Frederick
Geneva Farms – Street Glade Valley – Walkersville
Glenn Dale – Glenn Dale
Gunpowder – Laurel Hagerstown Greens – Hagerstown
Hampshire Greens – Silver Spring
Harbourtowne – St. Michaels
Hope Valley – Mt. Airy
Lake Arbor – Mitchellville Lake Presidential – Upper Marlboro
Laytonsville – Laytonsville
Links at Challedon – Mt. Airy
Little Bennett – Clarksburg
VIRGINIA
410-974-0669
301-733-5152
240-313-2816
301-670-1966
301-262-8141
301-475-2300
410-939-8887
410-685-8344
410-243-3500
301-624-1295
410-255-7764
301-595-8901
410-571-0973
301-249-2040
410-278-4794
410-730-1112
301-299-5156
301-729-4000
410-448-4653
301-846-0694
410-893-1114
301-898-5555
301-262-1166
301-725-4532
301-733-8630
301-476-7999
410-745-5183
301-865-0026
301-336-7771
301-298-9999
301-948-5288
301-829-3000
301-601-9209
Maple Run – Thurmont
Marlton – Upper Marlboro
McDaniel College – Westminster
Mitchell’s – Reisterstown
Mount Pleasant – Baltimore Mountain Branch – Joppa Needwood – Rockville
Northwest Park – Silver Spring
Oakmont Green – Hampstead Paint Branch – College Park
Patriots Glen – Elkton Patuxent Greens – Laurel
P.B. Dye Club – Ijamsville Pine Ridge – Lutherville Poolesville – Poolesville
Potomac Ridge – Waldorf
Rattlewood – Mt. Airy
Redgate – Rockville
Renditions – Davidsonville
River Downs – Finksburg
Rocky Gap – Flintstone
Ruggles – Aberdeen
Severna Park – Arnold
Swan Point – Swan Point
Timbers at Troy – Elkridge
Trotters Glen – Olney
Turf Valley – Ellicott City
University of Maryland – College Park
Waverly Woods – Marriottsville
Westminster National – Westminster
Westwinds – New Market
Wetlands – Aberdeen
Willow Springs – West Friendship
301-271-7870
301-856-7566
410-848-7667
410-833-7721
410-254-5100
410-836-9600
301-948-1075
301-598-6100
410-374-1500
301-935-0330
410-392-9552
301-776-5533
301-607-4653
410-252-1408
301-428-8143
301-372-1305
301-607-9000
240-406-1650
888-451-4144
410-526-2000
301-784-8400
410-278-4794
410-647-8618
301-259-0047
410-313-4653
301-570-4951
410-465-1500
301-314-4653
410-313-9182
410-876-4653
301-831-6191
410-273-7488
410-442-7700
814-623-8700
717-792-9776
717-624-9551
717-359-4480
717-352-7271
717-352-3222
814-652-5193
717-359-7125
717-764-2674
717-485-4157
717-597-1188
717-792-9771
717-533-0890
717-225-4247
814-443-8000
717-792-9771
717-279-7409
Lancaster Host – Lancaster
Little Creek – Spring Grove Lykens Valley – Millersburg
Meadow Brook – Gettysburg Nemacolin Woodlands – Farmington
Overlook – Lancaster
Piney Apple – Biglerville Pleasant Valley – Stewartstown Quail Valley – Littletown
Rocky Spring – Chambersburg Rolling Acres – York Royal Manchester – Mt. Wolf
South Hills – Hanover
Springwood – York
Tanglewood Manor – Quarryville
Waynesboro Muni. – Waynesboro Wyncote – Oxford
717-397-7156
717-225-1702
717-692-3664
717-334-0569
800-422-2736
717-569-9551
717-677-9264
717-993-2184
717-359-8453
717-264-7742
717-755-1406
717-268-0490
717-637-7500
717-747-9663
717-786-2500
717-762-3734
610-932-8900
PENNSYLVANIA
Bedford Springs – Bedford
Briarwood – York
The Bridges – Abbottstown
Cedar Ridge – Gettysburg Caledonia – Fayetteville
Conocodell – Fayetteville
Down River – Everett
Flatbush – Littlestown Grandview – York
Great Cove – McConnellsburg
Greencastle Greens – Greencastle
Heritage Hills – York
Hershey – Hershey
Hickory Heights – Spring Grove Hidden Valley – Hidden Valley
Honey Run – York
Iron Valley – Lebanon
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1757 – Dulles
Algonkian – Sterling
Appleland – Stephens City
Aquia Harbour – Stafford
Augustine – Stafford
Birdwood – Charlottesville
Brambleton – Ashburn
Bristow Manor – Bristow
Broad Run – Manassas
Bull Run – Haymarket
Burke Lake – Fairfax Station
Cameron Hills – King George
Forest Greens – Triangle
Four Winds – Rappahanock Academy
General’s Ridge – Manassas Park
Greendale – Alexandria Greene Hills – Stanardsville
Gypsy Hill – Staunton
Hanging Rock – Salem Herndon Centennial – Herndon
Hilltop – Alexandria
Hobbs Hill – Tappahannock
Hunting Hawk – Glen Allen
Independence – Midlothian
Jefferson District – Falls Church
Keswick Club – Keswick
King Carter – Irvington
Lake Montecello – Palmyra
Lake Ridge – Woodbridge
Lansdowne – Leesburg
Laurel Hill – Lorton
Massanutten – McGaheysville Mattaponi Springs – Ruther Glen
703-444-0901
703-450-4655
540-869-8600
540-659-4478
540-720-7374
434-293-4653
703-327-3403
703-368-3558
703-365-2443
866-BULL-RUN
703-323-1641
540-775-4653
703-221-0123
804-742-5647
703-337-0777
703-971-6170
434-985-7320
540-332-3949
540-389-7275
703-471-5769
703-719-6504
804-443-4500
804-749-1900
804-594-0261
703-573-0444
434-923-4363
804-435-7842
434-589-3075
703-494-5564
703-729-8400
703-493-8849
540-289-9441
804-633-7888
Meadows Farms – Locust Grove
Oak Marr – Oakton
Old Hickory – Woodbridge
Old Trail – Crozet
Ospreys – Woodbridge
Penderbrook – Fairfax
Pete Dye @ Va Tech – Radford Pinecrest – Alexandria Pohick Bay – Lorton
Poplar Grove – Amherst
Potomac Shores – Potomac Shores
Primland Resort – Rivers of Dan Prince William – Nokesville
Rapidan – Locust Grove
Reston National – Reston
Raspberry Falls – Leesburg
Royal Virginia – Louisa
South Wales – Jeffersonton
Spring Creek – Gordonsville Stonewall – Gainesville
Tanyard – Louisa
The Club at Ironwood – Staunton
The Crossings – Glen Allen
The Homestead – Hot Springs
The Manor – Farmville
The Tides Golden Eagle – Irvington
The Vista Links – Buena Vista
Twin Lakes – Clifton
Virginia Golf Academy – Clifton
Virginia Oaks – Gainesville
Westfields – Clifton
Westpark – Leesburg
Wintergreen – Wintergreen
540-854-9890
703-255-5391
703-580-9000
434-283-8101
703-497-1384
703-385-3700
540-633-6732
703-941-1061
703-339-8585
434-946-9933
855-808-6051
276-251-8012
703-754-7111
540-547-7274
703-620-9333
703-779-2555
804-457-2041
540-937-3250
540-832-0744
703-753-5101
540-967-1889
540-248-7272
804-261-0000
540-839-7739
434-392-2244
804-438-4460
540-261-4653
703-631-9099
703-830-2400
703-754-7977
703-631-3300
703-777-7023
800-860-3809
304-789-2481
304-363-9551
304-457-2156
304-623-3701
304-327-9822
304-866-4121
304-624-5807
304-876-2544
304-622-3241
304-269-1139
304-636-9704
800-634-5233
304-536-1110
304-745-4900
304-358-2261
304-478-3406
Lakeview Resort – Morgantown
Mill Creek – Keyser
Mountaineer – Morgantown Oglebay Resort – Wheeling
Paradise Lakes – Morgantown Pipestem – Pipestem
Polish Pines – Keyser
Preston – Kingwood
The Raven – Snowshoe Mountain
Riverbend – Buckhannon
Sleepy Hollow – Charles Town
Stonewall – Roanoke
Twin Falls – Mullens
Tygart Lake – Grafton
Valley View – Moorefield
Woodbrier – Martinsburg
304-594-2011
304-289-3160
304-328-5520
304-243-4141
304-291-0827
304-466-1800
301-786-4131
304-329-2100
304-572-6500
304-472-6295
304-725-5210
888-278-8150
304-294-4000
304-265-3100
304-538-6564
304-274-9818
WEST VIRGINIA
Alpine Lake – Terra Alta Apple Valley – Fairmont Barbour – Philippi
Bel Meadow – Mt. Calre
Bluefield Elks – Bluefield Canaan Valley – Davis
Clarksburg – Clarksburg
Cress Creek – Shepherdstown
Crows Nest – Clarksburg Deerfield – Weston
Elks – Elkins
Glade Springs Resort – Daniels
The Greenbrier – White Sulphur Springs
Hide-a-way – Clarksburg
Highlands at Fisher Mountain – Franklin
Holly Meadows – Parsons
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Feature Story
The Gauntlet Golf Club ~ Prepare Ye Weapons
Nick Ciattei
If you really think about it, the sport
of golf matches golfers toe-to-toe with
the course itself. Yes, you might take on
an opponent as in other sports, but the
actual battle pits the golfer against the
course rather than their opponent. In
the mid-Atlantic, several courses bring
thoughts of combat by the mere mention
of their name, and The Gauntlet Golf
Club in Fredericksburg is one of those
battlefields.
Hole 2 Par 5
The name “Gauntlet” itself needs
examining. In medieval times knights
wore a glove or mitten, made of
mail or plate, called a gauntlet, and
architect, PB Dye, known for designing
challenging and creative golf courses,
has forged a striking fortress for golf
on the shores of Curtis Lake. The
Gauntlet incorporates some target
Hole 4 Par 4
golf philosophy, undulating bentgrass
green complexes, and unique design
features. Dye moved a lot of earth with towering, sculptured bunkers and modern
mounding prevalent throughout the layout. Four sets of tees provide a comfortable
range from the red tees at just less than 5000 yards to 6900 from the tips. Three
of the first five holes play along and sometimes over the lake. Curtis Lake runs
down the entire left side of the 493-yard par 5 second hole with a wetland area
crossing the fairway just inside 150 yards. The layup area over the marsh appears
smaller from the fairway than its actual size. Pinpoint accuracy yields a bonus on
this breathtaking hole where the green resides on a peninsula. More shoreline
adventure awaits on the par 4 fourth. A sharp dogleg left around the lake beckons
big hitters to cut the corner. Even those who play it safe need to negotiate several
gaping bunkers and a “Dye”-abolical three-tiered green. Take a deep breath
because you are almost through the toughest stretch of holes at The Gauntlet.
The par 5 fifth, a natural three-shot hole, plays with water to your left off the tee.
A second shot must carry a finger of the lake that crosses the fairway. From there,
travel uphill to a large, well-protected green. After the par 3 sixth, a trio of par 4s
close out the front nine. The par 4 eighth, which is almost as long as a couple of
the par 5s at 470 yards, plays downhill after the drive, as does number nine.
leads the way to the par 5 thirteenth,
the longest hole on the course. The
last par 3, fifteen, spans well over 200
yards. Three here is gold. While holes
eleven through fifteen offer a links feel,
the three closing par 4s play through a
wooded parkland setting. Seventeen’s
dogleg left demands an uphill second
shot that ends on The Gauntlet’s most
intimidating green armed with deep
bunkers. You’ll be wise to take an extra
club on your approach to the beautiful
uphill par 4 eighteenth.
Hole 17 Par 4
The comprehensive practice facility
at The Gauntlet includes about 20 tee
stations and several target areas on
the range. The facility also includes a
practice bunker and chipping area. The
full service terrace clubhouse’s veranda
overlooks the eighteenth green and makes an ideal late afternoon campground
to settle bets, bandage any wounds, and discuss tactics for ye next war game
endeavors at The Gauntlet.
The inward nine at The Gauntlet starts with a straight, up-the-tree-chute par 5
that plays longer than suggested. Bunkers border the fairway as well as front the
putting surface. By contrast, distance wins over accuracy on the par 4 eleventh
where all the trouble looms to the right. The par 3 twelfth, the shortest hole,
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Mid-Atlantic Tournaments
Mid-Atlantic Tournaments
DateTournament
May 4–5
MAPGA Match Play
River Bend Golf Club
May 5
VSGA Women’s Four Ball
Stoney Creek at Wintergreen
May 11
MAPGA Pro–President
Lakewood Country Club
May 18
WV Amateur Qualifier
The Resort at Glade Springs
May 18
U.S. Open Women’s Qualifier
Hermitage Country Club
May 25–29
WV Amateur Championship
The Greenbrier Resort
June 1
U.S. Senior Open Qualifier
The Homestead–Cascades
June 1
MSGA Senior Four–Ball Championship
Holly Hills Country Club
June 1–2
Pennsylvania Sr Better Ball Championship
Country Club of York
June 2–3
VSGA Super Sr Stroke Play Championship
Elizabeth Manor Golf and Country Club
June 8
Virginia Amateur Championship Qualifier
Dominion Valley Country Club
June 8
MAPGA Facility Championship
Mountain Branch Golf Club
June 9
Birdwood Golf Club
June 9–10
VSGA Senior Stroke Play Championship
Winchester Country Club
June 11
Pennsylvania Amateur Qualifying
Brookside Country Club
June 11
Springfield Golf and Country Club
June 11–14
Maryland Amateur Championship
Manor Country Club
June 15
WV Senior Series
Sleepy Hollow Golf Club
June 15
MAPGA Pro–Scratch
Chartwell Golf and Country Club
June 16–17
WV Women’s Senior Championship
Moundsville Country Club
June 16–18
VSGA Women’s Stroke Play Championship
Two Rivers Country Club
June 17
Potomac Shores Golf Club
June 17
U.S. Junior Amateur Qualifier
Kingsmill Resort–River Course
June 17–18
VSGA Sr Women’s Stroke Play
Championship
Two Rivers Country Club
June 20–21
WV Parent Child Championship
June 23–24
WV Junior Amateur Championship
DateCourse
Location
May 7
Virginia OaksGainesville
May 10
The Homestead (Old Course)Hot Springs
May 11
The Homestead (Cascades Course)Hot Springs
May 12
Mattaponi Springs Golf ClubRuther Glen
May 14
Poplar Grove Golf ClubAmherst
May 20
Fauquier Springs Country ClubWarrenton
May 26
Montclair Country ClubDumfries
May 28
The Club at Viniterra
June 1
Winchester Country ClubWinchester
June 2
Rock Harbor Golf CourseWinchester
June 11
Waynesboro Country ClubWaynesboro
June 17
Fort Belvoir Golf Club
June 25
The Golf Club at Lansdowne (Jones)Lansdowne
June 30
Old Trail Golf ClubCrozet
July 1
1757 Golf ClubDulles
New Kent
Fort Belvoir
MAPGA Junior Tour–Summer 2015
DateCourse
Location
June 16
Harbourtowne ResortSt. Michaels, MD
June 23
Northwest Golf ClubSilver Spring, MD
June 30
Augustine Golf ClubStafford, VA
The Resort at Glade Springs
July 6
Chantilly National Golf and Country ClubChantilly, VA
Oglebay Resort–Jones Course
July 8
Musket Ridge Golf ClubMyersville, MD
July 9
Fauquier Springs Country Club
June 23–24
WV Women’s Intra–State Matches
Stonewall Resort
June 23–26
VSGA Junior Match Play Championship
Princess Anne Country Club
July 14
Woodholme Country ClubPikesville, MD
Hershey Country Club–East Course
July 20
Winchester Country Club
Winchester, VA
July 21
Bowling Green Country Club
Front Royal, VA
July 27
University of Maryland Golf Club
College Park, MD
July 31
Clifton Park Golf Club
Baltimore, MD
August 3
Springfield Golf and Country Club
Springfield, VA
August 4
Stoneleigh Golf Club
Round Hill, VA
August 5
1757 Club
Dulles, VA
August 10–11
Stoney Creek at Wintergreen (Championship)Nellysford, VA
June 29–30
Pennsylvania Junior Championship
Middle Atlantic Section
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VSGA One–Day
Location
SPRI N G 2 0 1 5 Warrenton, VA
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Feature Story
Penn National Golf Club & Inn ~ Here We Go Again
By Nick Ciattei
Make no mistake. Penn National Golf
Club & Inn in Mont Alto, PA, is one
of the most popular and successful 36hole golf operations in the entire midAtlantic region. Two award winning
18-hole golf courses and comfortable
lodging entertain golfers for an entire
day or several days. A short road trip
from the Washington and Baltimore
Founders Hole 8 Par 4
metropolises can have you swinging the
club on both the Founders Course and
the Iron Forge Course in the same day. Travelers from outside the area vacation
at Penn National for several days each year as they sojourn to this South Central
Pennsylvania golf landmark for the perfect stay and play package.
The Founders Course, the work of long
time popular Northeast golf architect Ed
Ault, plays 5360 yards from the forward
tees and presents a real challenge for
the ladies. Measuring a chip shot under
7000 yards from the tips, even the best
players enjoy tackling its expansive girth.
The great par 4 starting hole plays from
an elevated tee to a green set against a
Founders Hole 16 & 17 Par 4 & 3
large lake that is the focal point of some
of the key holes. The first par 5, the
second, stretches around the corner of a water hazard and offers a realistic birdie
opportunity if you can keep it in the short grass. The par 4 eighth is rated the
hardest hole while the ninth boasts being the longest par 3 on the front side. I’d
choose the inward nine as one of my favorites in the mid-Atlantic with its solid
test of golf from start to finish. Many golfers remember The Founders Course for
its three pretty darn good closing holes. The most identifiable holes on the course,
the sixteenth and seventeenth, par 4 and 3 respectively, play around and over the
aforementioned lake.
Iron Forge Hole 4 Par 4
make this course a driver’s paradise.
The par 3 sixth hole plays over water
to a green fortressed by a stone wall. A
rustic, towering silo, remnants of the
old farmland, stay intact as a backdrop
to Iron Forge’s signature par 5 eleventh.
The par 4 fifteenth, also a visual pleaser,
plays downhill to a green bordered
on the right by a large lake laced with
fieldstone.
Iron Forge Hole 9 Par 4
Penn National has always prided themselves in making a golf trip easy. Lodging is
located right on the property with golfer-friendly crafted bungalows that house up
to 16 golfers. The White Manor House, circa 1840s, houses guest services. Penn
National is still located in a “dry” county, so make sure you bring plenty beverages.
The staff will be happy to provide a cooler and ice for your cold ones.
In addition, Penn National’s adult community of more than 1,000 families has
been ranked among “America’s Best Master Planned Communities” for ten
straight years by Where to Retire magazine. The beauty of the surrounding area
along with the accessibility and affordability of living there are the main draws. At
Penn National, whether you spend a day, a week, or a lifetime, you get to wake up
and do it all over again.
The Iron Forge Course at Penn
National opened in 1996 and was
lauded immediately as one of the
best new courses in America. Bill
Love’s wind-swept links design has
aged beautifully and definitely shows
contrast to The Founders Course.
Wispy brown natural grasses border
most of the spacious fairways spread
across a large piece of farmland to
For more information visit penngolf.com
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Out of the Bag
The Woods Golf Course in
Hedgesville, WV, is opening a new
FootGolf Course that will be the
first in the Eastern Panhandle to
accommodate this latest craze.
Other courses are popping up all
over the mid-Atlantic. This course
will actually be routed within the
existing Stony Lick Mid-Length
Photos courtesy of AFGL
Out of the Bag
Course. Played with a standard
soccer ball and because it doesn’t
intrude on the existing golf layout,
FootGolf can be played alongside
regular golf. So, the whole family
can enjoy a round of FootGolf, or the
parents might want to play regular
golf while their kids play FootGolf
with them in the same round.
Similar attire to golf is worn in FootGolf with these basics: indoor soccer shoes
(no soccer cleats), argyle knee-high socks (if you want to look like a pro), golf
shorts, polo shirt, and the optional flat cap. The Woods is an accredited American
FootGolf League (AFGL) Course and only 1 of 3 in the state of West Virginia. This
growing area in the golf industry allows courses to gain additional revenue while
introducing a whole new population to the game.
the historic Washington Golf & Country Club, Chris has golf course maintenance
and operations in his blood. Head Professional Mike Ahrnsbrak said that “Chris
spent his childhood working at his dad’s club.” Born and raised in Virginia, he
went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Virginia Tech. Chris
has held the superintendent position previously at Ford’s Colony Country Club
in Williamsburg, Meadowbrook Country Club in Richmond, and the Virginia
Golf Center in Centerville. Dieter is a member of the Golf Course Superintendent
Association of America, The Mid-Atlantic Superintendents Association, and The
Shenandoah Valley Turfgrass Association.
Golfweek has released its highly anticipated “Best Courses Issue.” This special
edition unveils the complete rankings of Golfweek’s best classic, modern, and
state-by-state courses, which together illustrate how public layouts continue to
rise through the ranks of the game’s greatest tracts. To produce Golfweek’s “Best
Courses” lists, an expert team of more than 725 course raters used a 10-point
ranking system to identify the best layouts from two distinctly different eras: pre1960 and 1960-present. The exclusive system recognizes that before 1960 – the
year that separates classic from modern – most course designers relied on native
contours for course features. Since 1960, as the game became more popular,
designers began to utilize high-tech engineering and advanced mechanical means
to transform the landscape to suit their designs. In Maryland, three of The Golf
Guide’s feature courses have been recognized while one in Virginia also made
the grade. Three courses all in the Frederick, MD, region cracked the top ten in
Out of the ashes they shall rise! It has been just over a year since Locust Hill
Golf Club in Charles Town, WV, had a devastating fire destroy their clubhouse.
It did not take them long to rebuild on
what was their pavilion property. The
new clubhouse opened late last year
and is 2,700 square feet and houses
both the full service golf shop and the
lounge. Golfers can now relax after their
round, watch the game one of three big
screen TVs, and order off the deli-style
menu. All season long the Locust Hill
clubhouse will be open till 10 pm from
Sunday through Thursday nights and till
12 pm on Friday and Saturday nights.
Every third Friday of the month they
will feature live music and have many
additional social events throughout the
season.
Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club in Front
Royal, VA, has tapped Chris Dieter as
their new course superintendent. As
the son of the golf superintendent of
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Out of the Bag
the Free State. They include Whiskey Creek in Ijamsville at #6, Musket Ridge
in Myersville at #7, and Worthington Manor in Urbana came in at #9. In the
Commonwealth, hats off to The Club at Viniterra in New Kent who made the list
for the first time bowing in at #6 in Virginia.
All reports indicate that The 62nd PGA Merchandise Show was a great event
held in Orlando, FL, back in January. More than 1,000 companies and brands
introduced their new and innovative golf equipment, apparel, accessories, and
services to the more than 41,000 attendees that included more than 6,600 PGA of
America professionals. Buyers and industry leaders from 79 countries turned up
to hear educational sessions and compelling industry presentations all in an effort
to grow the business of golf and participation in the game. “The PGA Merchandise
Show creates an extensive array of opportunities for a growing number of PGA
professionals, golf buyers, and industry leaders,” said PGA of America President
Derek Sprague. “The PGA Show’s continued growth and support from all of the
major brands, coupled with the energy and enthusiasm we saw throughout the
week, is a terrific start to 2015.”
Heritage Oaks Golf Course in Harrisonburg, VA, reports that
their 19th Hole Restaurant is under new management this
year with Prosecco Ristorante as the new food and beverage
provider. Now, having an Italian restaurant on a golf course
can mean only one thing. I’m going to be there! Prosecco
Ristorante offers a menu full of traditional Italian dishes with
a complement of golfer favorites too. The restaurant will also
have basic catering options for both on the course as well as off
the course events. Abudanza!
Erika Larkin, owner and operator of Larkin Golf and the Larkin Golf Learning
Community at Virginia Oaks Golf Club in Gainesville, VA, was named one of the
inaugural instructors of the newly formed Golf Channel Academy. Larkin joins
the first 40 of the game’s most influential and recognizable teachers who are
coming together to establish a dedicated network of instruction facilities with the
active support of the Golf Channel, the game’s leading global multimedia and golf
entertainment source. “I’m very excited to be among the first teachers associated
with the new, dynamic Golf Channel Academy,” said Larkin, selected for Golf
Digest’s Best Young Teachers in America rankings (Top 40 under 40) since 2012.
“This is a chance for golf instructors to work together,
learning from one another and adopting best practices
in both teaching and the business of teaching. I think
it’s going to propel the coaches and coaching forward
in a big way.” Named the PGA of America Middle
Atlantic Section Teacher of the Year in 2012 and
one of only a few women PGA members to receive
certification in instruction, Larkin was also selected
by her peers as the No. 4 instructor in Virginia in the
most recent Golf Digest “Best in State” rankings. In
addition, she’s twice received honorable mentions on
the U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Teachers list (2012 and
2014).
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New Products
New Products
Bottlepops–Sound Off
bottlepops.com
smathersandbranson.com
This product immediately found a place in our sports cave! You read
right. I said OUR sports cave. A huge Washington Capitals and Redskins
fan, my lady spends as much time in front of the 80" as I do. Bottlepops,
a sports-themed bottle opener, adds the twist (no pun intended) of making
fun sounds when you use them to take the top off of that cold one whether
it be a beer or soda. In fact with BottlePops, you do not even need to
twist. Simply place it over the bottle cap and pull and an entertaining
sound clip specific to the featured sport plays. Most of you will probably
choose the golf ball Bottlepop, but you can select from many other sports
including baseball, football, basketball, soccer, and auto racing. Designed
to look and feel just like the actual ball with 15-25 fun sound bites, you
will never get bored with this feature. It would make a great Father’s Day
gift. Pop a Top! (Ciattei)
Those who seek a totally unique golf item will appreciate this product.
One would not usually associate hand-stitched needlepoint with golf right
away. Smathers and Branson, a company that’s been around for more
than 10 years, creates one-of-kind accessories including wallets, belts,
flip-flops, and hats. You’ll find clever “Caddyshack” items as well as
general golf merchandise. Many other hobbies and passions also in their
mix of offerings include hunting, fishing, and a patriotic theme for the good
ole USA. Smathers and Branson have also aligned with Major League
Baseball and the National Hockey League to feature MLB and NHL teams.
Again, one of their pieces would make a nice, unusual gift for dad on
Father’s Day. He will remember it for a long time for its fine quality and craftsmanship. So, if your guy
enjoys the somewhat “preppy” look, Smathers and Branson has you covered. They sell through more than
1,000 retail outlets in addition to online. (Ciattei)
Leupold GX®-1i2 Rangefinder–Pin Hunter Wilson Golf Balls–Killing It Softly
leupold.com
Any serious golfer considers rangefinders essential to their equipment
needs. We have reviewed the Leupold brand several times, and once again
we proclaim the new GX®-1i2 rangefinder a winner. We have raved about
the compact look and feel of Leupold’s selections in the past, but recent
technical advancements including their Prism LockTM feature brings
accuracy and individuality to a new level. This latest installment from
Leupold changes the spectrum when it comes to rangefinders. You can
customize it to fit your needs while on the course. We really liked the
Fog Mode that provided continued use on a drizzly early season morning. Simply one of best rangefinders
you can put in your bag when you are getting close to make birdie, Leupold hunts pins better than anyone.
(Ciattei)
Shashi Cool Feet Socks–Tootsie Roll
shashionline.com
Whether I’m on or off the golf course, my feet must be comfortable.
I also belong to a couple of bowling leagues in the off season and
appreciate a cozy feel for my tootsies on the lanes. Shashi Cool Feet
Socks are made with a breathable panel across the top of the foot that
keeps them cool and dry on the hottest days, during the hardest workouts,
or on a casual walk around the neighborhood. Any female athlete as well
as dancers and gymnasts will find them ideal. They feature a perfect fit
with a right and a left sock and slip resistant grippers on the bottom of
each sock that adds stability and traction. I like all of my accessories to
be a stylish addition to my outfit. Cool Feet Socks’ variety of colors and styles gives me the options I like
and allows me to go directly from the golf course to the dance floor! (Barge)
Fila® Outerwear–Taking on the Elements
fila.com
This area’s brutal winter may have ended, but the air can still feel cool
on early spring mornings when on the golf course. Always stylish Fila
solves the problem again with the St. Anton Zipper Sweater for men.
Awesomely comfortable, this type of outerwear can be worn during any
season that you can play. A Velcro closure on the long sleeves makes
them easy to adjust, and the soft Tech-Dry material allows ample room
for the range of motion needed for your swing. An added reflective insert
surrounds the sweater to provide joggers safety while out on the streets.
Available at many fine departments stores including Kohl’s, Fila always
makes a statement on the links. (Ciattei)
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Smathers & Branson®–Eye of the Needle
wilson.com
I have been a long-time supporter of Wilson Golf having played their irons
for a better part of my golfing career. Needless to say, I was excited to get
my hands on a couple dozen of Wilson’s newest golf balls. They promote
their latest additions to the golf ball war as the “World’s Softest Golf
Ball” you can play. As one who resembles a bull in a china closet around
the greens, my game needs that soft feel. Wilson’s DUO and DUO Spin
have super low compressions that the golf industry has never seen before. Wilson Staff has been pushing
distance through the ball’s soft feel for some time with ratings at 29 and 35 respectively. The days of the
high compression golf ball may be in our rear view mirror. Long and soft are two words that very rarely
go together…in GOLF! After a couple of rounds under my belt playing this ball, the Wilson DUO and DUO
Spin will remain a part of my golf ball rotation because it’s always nice to have a couple of strong bullets
loaded. (Ciattei)
Bubi Bottle–Crush It bubibottle.com
I live an active lifestyle. I bowl in two leagues, walk every morning, do
Zumba twice a week, and when I get the chance, knock the little white
ball around a little. Whatever my activity, I always have a bottle of water
handy to replenish fluids. A groovy variation on the normal water bottle
that I have been so accustomed to using has now popped up. The Bubi
(pronounced boo-bee), a BPA-free beverage bottle that collapses into a compact unit, stores easily in your
golf or gym bag. The folks at Bubi use the word “scrunchable” when describing the folding ability of this
bottle. You can even take it from the freezer right to the microwave, so Bubi holds hot liquids also. This
would make a wonderful goodie bag entry or favor, and you can have it customized with your business logo
and information. Conclusion – Bubi is a better bottle. (Barge)
Personal Golf Tote–Carry All My Wayward Son
PGFfan.com
As one who sometimes goes to the golf course like a businessman would
go to the office, I have found that at times the golf cart just does not have
enough room for my gear. When I review a course, I bring a desktop of
supplies as well as my camera and clubs. The Personal Golf Tote can handle
all of that and more. Perfectly designed to shimmy over the side rail of any
golf cart, this handy dandy store all carries all of your personal belongings
and on-course golf needs. Not only does the Personal Golf Tote have lots of
compartments to stash stuff, its water-resistant fabric will protect your valuables from the elements. It can
be customized making it ideal for tournaments and businesses. So stick your business’s logo right on the
side. If you are looking for one for yourself, go online and personalize it with your name or initials. Now, I
have the needed space to store my stuff, and believe me, I can tote plenty! (Ciattei)
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New Products
Stwrap–Team Spirit stwrap.com
The O’s, the Ravens, the Caps, the Terps, and Dale Jr. constitute just a
few of my sports favorites. If you are like me, you don your teams’ colors
whenever you can to show your support. You can always spot me on the
golf course with a shirt, towel, or hat boasting one of my squads, but
now I have a neat addition to my golf bag. The Stwrap (pronounced Strap) fits a majority of bag straps,
not just golf bags, but also travel bags, cooler straps, gym bags, you name it. If it has a strap, you can
most likely Stwrap it with your team’s logo. I Stwrapped an Orioles logo on my computer bag, so now
when I travel everyone knows that I shout “O” during the National Anthem and am proud of it. Stwrap is
officially licensed by every major sports league, so you can strap several of these collectibles to support all
of your darlings. Hmmm...I smell team spirit. (Ciattei)
Zepp Golf–The Future Is Now
zepp.com
Did you ever think that one day you would be able to buy a device that
you simply attach to your golf glove and within seconds you could analyze
your own swing? Zepp Golf opened my eyes to a training device that I
swear Q introduced to Bond...James Bond! I found it relatively easy to
set up. After you download the free app and follow its instructions, attach
the bold-colored sensor to your glove and you get immediate feedback. I
have to admit that I was a bit leery about seeing the flaws and faults to
my swing. Zepp Golf will assist you with your club speed, club plane, backswing and more. I was pleased
that the tempo of my swing, which I have been always told is pretty good, scored well on the metrics
delivered from Zepp. This modern day golf device, available at most golf stores nationwide, will make
another great Father’s Day gift. This year, I look forward to taking my practice swing sessions seriously
and improving my golf game with the help of my Zepp device. (Ciattei)
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Feel Good Golf Stories
Mike Ahrnsbrak — Golf Guide Senior Writer
PGA Professional, Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club
Senior Mondays
$
With so much bad news in the world, it’s refreshing to see that the game of
golf can be a source of happiness and inspiration for those who have seemingly
insurmountable obstacles placed in their way. There is so much good that the great
game of golf has to offer. This column features two of my favorites – kids and our
troops. Enjoy, and Play Golf!
18 Holes With Cart
Free Hot Dog and Drink
Three-year-old Tommy Morrissey was born without a right
arm and LOVES golf. You may have seen the feature about
Tommy on the Golf Channel website. I am amazed by the fact
that Tommy, who is just a regular kid, attacks life with a zest
and zeal that is refreshing. He even named his missing limb
Nemo and slept in his crib with golf clubs instead of Teddy
Bears. My kind of kid! Way to Go Tommy!
At Fort Belvoir in Alexandria, VA, Head PGA Professional
Steve Greiner started an adaptive sports golf clinic to help
wounded soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Since
its inception, the Wounded Warrior Golf Program has assisted more than 600
brave men and women in overcoming physical and psychological setbacks as they
recover from their injuries. PGA professionals from all over the Middle Atlantic
spend time in the spring and fall teaching the basics of the game to these heroes
and their families. We know golf can be frustrating, but it can also be extremely
therapeutic.
The Salute Military Golf Association (SMGA) was cofounded by PGA Professional
Jim Estes of Olney, MD, with a mission statement of “Empowering Wounded
Warriors, One Fairway at a time.” Since its inception, SMGA has given more than
2,000 private lessons to post 9/11 wounded and injured veterans, provided more
than 800 custom-fitted sets, hosts more than 80 clinics per year nationwide, and
operates nine chapters nationwide.
Listen to the story of 1st Lieutenant Brian Donarski, United
States Army (Retired). “Ski” Donarski served over 10
years in the United States Marine Corps and was honorable
discharged in 1998. After 9/11, he re-enlisted in the US
Army. In 2005, Donarski was seriously wounded during
combat in Iraq. He suffered a traumatic brain injury, PTSD,
fractures to his neck and back, loss of vision in his right
eye, and had surgery on both shoulders. As is the case with many soldiers who
participate in SMGA or other golf programs dedicated to helping our soldiers,
Brian credits the game of golf as a big part of his recovery. “I know golf is a
healer because the world was too busy when I came back and was injured. Golf put
me in slow motion to allow me to rehabilitate at the pace I needed instead of trying
to speed everything up. My body needed time, and golf taught me that.”
Its stories like those of Tommy, Brian, and others that just penetrate my soul
and reinforce why I Love This Game and want to share my love of the game with
others. God Bless America and ALL of her Heroes!
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50 yrs. and older
Senior (55+) $29
Active Military $31
Green fee and Cart
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$
119 Fridays
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139 Saturday & Sunday
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$
59 weekends
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2015 Golf Season Pass
Cacapon Resort State Park
Adult Unlimited Play
$
650 plus tax
Includes 4 “spend the night” and
“18-hole rounds for a friend” coupons
Seniors & Ladies Day
Every Thursday
$
29
Unlimited Green Fee & 18-Hole Cart
54
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42 Midweek
Any Time Monday thru Friday
$
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Carroll Valley at Liberty Mountain
Resort All-Inclusive
All Inclusive Prime Season
2 Nights/3 Days of Golf
Weekdays starting at only $382
Goose Creek Golf Club
Leesburg, VA
703-729-2500
goosecreekgolf.com
Locust Hill Golf Course
Charles Town, WV
304-728-7300
locusthillgolfcourse.com
NORTH & SOUTH COURSES
Offer good Monday thru Thursday only excluding holidays.
Good for up to a foursome. Cannot be combined with any other
offer or used in tournaments or special events.
Expires 10-31-15
Must be 50 years or older. Cannot be combined with any other
offer or used in tournaments or special events. Expires 7-27-15
Ingleside Golf Club
Staunton, VA
540-248-7888
inglesidegolf.net
Lee’s Hill Golf Club
Fredericksburg, VA
540-891-0111
leeshillgc.com
NEW RESERVATIONS ONLY
Sunday – Thursday
$
79 per night stay
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Twosome Monday thru Friday — $59
Foursome on Weekends — $149
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Excludes Holidays
Senior Special (62+)
Foursome of Golf
Good for up to 4 players. Cannot be combined with any other
offer. Price per person. Must present coupon when checking in
for golf. Expires 10-31-15
Whitetail Golf Resort
Mercersburg, PA
717-328-4169
golfatwhitetail.com
Valid all 7 days. Green Fee & Cart. Valid for up to one foursome.
No holidays, outings, or other offers combined.
Expires 10-31-15
Reciprocal play at Canaan Valley, Twin Falls, and Pipestem
resort state parks. Call Ken McCarthy, Cacapon Resort Golf
Pro, for details and other pass options. Expires 12-31-15
$
Prime season May 1 thru October 18, 2015. Includes 18-Hole
round of golf on our Carroll Valley Championship Course with
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Everything you need for a great getaway just steps from the first
tee! Call 717-642-8282 x3357 to book your stay.
29 per person
4 Play for the Price of 3
at any Raspberry Golf Trail location
Saturday & Sunday after 12 pm
$
Carroll Valley at Liberty Mountain
Fairfield, PA
800-548-8504
libertymountainresort.com
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Monday thru Friday
Cacapon Resort State Park
Berkeley Springs, WV
304-258-1022
cacaponresort.com
Monday thru Friday Anytime
Price includes cart and is not valid with any other offer and
Good Monday thru Friday excluding holidays. Must have coupon
to receive this offer. Expires 10-31-15
Green Fee & Cart
$
165
Mondays thru Thursdays Anytime!
$
39 per person
Shenandoah Valley Golf Club
Front Royal, VA
540-636-GOLF (4653)
shenandoahvalleygolfclub.com
Offer valid Thursdays only, excluding holidays.
Cart rental and soft spikes required. Up to 4 players.
This offer is not valid in combination with any other offer.
Expires 10-31-15
2 FOR 1 GREEN FEE
Monday thru Friday Only
18-Hole Green Fee Only
For Up To 4 Golfers
IRON FORGE COURSE
FOUNDERS COURSE
$
Seniors 60+
55 Green Fee and Cart
Monday – Thursday
Bowling Green Country Club
Front Royal, VA
North 540-635-2028 South 540-635-2883
bowlinggreencountryclub.net
Shenvalee Golf Resort
New Market, VA
888-339-3181
shenvalee.com
Mondays – Thursdays and
after 1 pm
Fridays and weekends
Must present coupon at time of use. Includes cart, riding only.
Cannot be combined with any other coupon or group packaging.
Expires 7-31-15
Includes room, breakfast, and 18 holes with cart based on
double occupancy. New reservations only, subject to availability.
Offer ends July 30, 2015.
Packsaddle Ridge Golf Club
Keezletown, VA
540-269-8188
packsaddle.net
Pleasant Valley Golf Club
Chantilly, VA
703-222-7900
pleasantvalleygc.com
offer or used in tournaments or special events.
Expires 10-31-15
Price includes cart and is not valid with any other offer or
discount programs. Good for up to 4 players. This offer is good
Monday through Thursday only and excludes Holidays.
Expires 6-30-15
Raspberry Golf Trail
15 Premier Courses!
raspberrygolftrail.com
Bryce Resort
Basye, VA
540-856-2124
bryceresort.com
4 for $140
Seniors (60+), Active Military,
& First Responders
Tuesday thru Thursday
2-players, unlimited golf, 18 holes
w/cart and complementary
bucket of range balls = $70
Sundays after 1 PM & Monday – Thursday all day!
18 Holes for 30
$
.95
Senior (Age 55 & up) Rate
Bring this coupon to any Raspberry Golf Trail course to redeem.
Must be trail members. Not valid with any other offers, special
promotions, league play, or outing play. For more information,
redemption times, and to join the trail visit our website.
Expires 6-30-15
offer. Expires 10-31-15
Penn National Golf Club & Inn
Mont Alto, PA
800-221-7366
penngolf.com
Front Royal Golf Club
Front Royal, VA
540-636-9061
frontroyalgolf.com
18 Holes for $24.95
$
28.95 Sundays
$
Price includes cart and is not valid with any other offer. Good for
up to four players. Expires 10-31-15
18-Hole Green Fee Only, Must rent a cart. Coupon good for up
to a foursome. Offer good Monday thru Friday only.
Expires 7-31-15
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Monday thru Thursday
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Sundays after 1 PM & Monday – Thursday all day!
18 Holes for $39.95
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Green Fee & Cart
Monday thru Thursday
Heritage Oaks Golf Course
Harrisonburg, VA
540-442-6502
heritageoaksgolf.com
Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club
Front Royal, VA
540-631-9661
blueridgeshadows.com
Pro’s Corner
Lessons Learned
Valid Monday–Friday. Cannot be used for outings or combined
with other offers. Must present coupon.
Expires 6-30-15
Includes 18 holes with cart. May not be combined with any other
offer. Range extra. Expires 8-31-15
South Riding Golf Club
South Riding, VA
703-327-6660
southridinggc.com
Meadowcreek Golf Course
Charlottesville, VA
434-977-0615
meadowcreekgolf.org
Price includes cart and is not valid with any other offer or
discount programs. Good for up to 4 players. This offer is good
Monday through Thursday only and excludes Holidays.
Expires 6-30-15
Offer good Tuesday thru Thursday. Not valid for twilight rates or
any other discount offer. Must present coupon. Expires 10-31-15
The Woods
Hedgesville, WV
304-754-7222
thewoods.com
The Woods
Hedgesville, WV
304-754-7222
thewoods.com
Price includes Greens & Cart fees. Tax extra. Up to 4 persons
may play per coupon. Rate is per person. Starting times up to 7
days in advance. No holidays. Based on availability. Appropriate
golf attire required (no jeans/denim). The Woods is a non-metal
spike facility. No outside coolers. Not valid with other discounts.
Expires 10-31-15
Price includes Greens & Cart fees. Tax extra. Up to 4 persons
may play per coupon. Rate is per person. Starting times up to 7
days in advance. No holidays. Based on availability. Appropriate
golf attire required (no jeans/denim). The Woods is a non-metal
spike facility. No outside coolers. Not valid with other discounts.
Expires 10-31-15
Maryland National Golf Club
Middletown, MD
301-371-0000
marylandnational.com
Rock Harbor Golf Course
Winchester, VA
866-273-1934
rockharborgolf.com
Offer good Monday thru Thursday. Good for up to a foursome.
Not Valid for twilight, winter, or senior rates.. Must present
coupon. Expires 10-31-15
Green Fee and Cart. Offer good Monday through Thursday. No
holidays. Good for up to a foursome. Not valid with any other
offer, special or promotion. Must present coupon when checking
in for golf. Expires 7-30-15
Larry Ringer, PGA Teaching Professional
MAPGA Hall of Fame
Musket Ridge Golf Club, Myersville, Maryland
With spring finally here we are ready to begin our
annual quest toward breaking par! Unfortunately,
we did nothing over the winter months to help us get
ready for that challenge. Oh yes! We had high hopes
and a great plan to work out three times a week and
find the time to practice our putting in the family
room by making those five footers into an empty water
glass. But, those family obligations, those weekends doing chores inside the house,
and the fact that it really felt good to sleep later than usual kept us from working
on those goals.
Now, what do we do? Do we go through another season of struggling to get that
feeling back in our swing and that touch back on the greens? Or, do we actually
take the time and set aside a few dollars to take a series of lessons from the local
PGA professional? Do we actually think that lessons will improve our game or will
it just mess up what has felt comfortable over the last few seasons?
Well, as a PGA professional who has taught thousands of students over the last 35
years, the best medicine for improving your game in the spring is to find the time
and get a series of golf lessons! Without a doubt it will provide you with a solid
foundation towards getting the clubface on the ball and giving you a blueprint for
the overall improvement to your golf game.
Most of the students who come to me in the spring want to hit the ball more
solidly, be more consistent, and drive the ball longer. What I try to teach early in
each season is getting the student to develop a more consistent position and feel at
impact. In fact, if you are asked what position is the most important in golf, you
should know the answer is the impact position. Keeping that in mind, I try to work
with my students on the short game before any efforts are made to hit it farther.
Developing a team concept (teacher and student) will enhance your enjoyment for
the game and long-range plans for improvement will come into focus sooner. If
you are planning to spend some time on your golf game this year, then it should be
with a plan and some goals. Making yourself a plan with a PGA professional will
only enhance your practice sessions and make them more efficient by working on
certain goals.
So, before you go out and get frustrated with your game this spring, make the
effort to contact your local PGA professional and set up a series of lessons.
Remember, this game is way too hard to master by yourself. Get some quality
instruction and make sure you work at the plan your teacher sets up for you. I
assure you that your game will improve, you will begin to enjoy the game even
more, and more importantly, you will start to lower your golf scores.
If you need help contacting a PGA Professional near you, please feel free to
contact me at [email protected] or call me at 304-279-7524. Good
luck and good golfing in 2015!
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Spring 2015 - The Golf Guide

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