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After Ocean Course beats you up, head for Kiawah Resort's more peaceful Osprey Point
Once you've experienced Kiawah Island Golf Resort's famed and daunting Ocean Course, you'll probably be in need of a friendlier kind of golf course, and Osprey Point just down the road is your haven. Shielded from the fierce, ocean winds and playing through a scenic and wild maritime forest filled with oaks and magnolias on Kiawah Island, Tom Fazio built a course that is easy on the eyes - and scorecard.
Arthur Hills' golf course at Palmetto Dunes on Hilton Head: The brain outweighs the driver
The Arthur Hills course at Palmetto Dunes isn't one of Hilton Head Island's monsters at only 6,652 yards from the back tees, but it has traditionally been a favorite of both island regulars and newcomers.
From the ashes of Sea Marsh comes Pete Dye's Heron Point golf course at Sea Pines Resort
Now called Heron Point, the old Sea Marsh course at the Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head has been completely made over by renowned golf course architect Pete Dye. It's an excellent compliment to the other two golf courses at Sea Pines Resort: Harbour Town Golf Links and the Ocean course.
The short game makes Long Bay Club one of Myrtle Beach's most difficult golf courses
It's the green complexes architect Jack Nicklaus drew up that makes the Long Bay Club so difficult. Nicklaus has always been known for his cozy relationship with his bulldozer, and they definitely had a hot affair here, out in the hinterlands north of Myrtle Beach.
New Leopard's Chase golf course takes on Tiger's Eye at Ocean Ridge Plantation
Leopard's Chase is the fourth and newest golf course at the sprawling Ocean Ridge Plantation, and some say it's even better than Tiger's Eye, the plantation's other marquee layout. However, those who swear Tiger's Eye is better, Leopard's Chase officials whisper, are only saying that because the older course is easier.
Kiawah resort's Ocean Course at the center of a perfect long golf weekend in Charleston
On a three-day golf trip to Charleston, S.C., play courses like the Ocean at Kiawah Island resort, Wild Dunes and Patriots Point, and eat at great restaurants like Jestine's Kitchen and Magnolia's.
Landscape, price and playability make Legacy Golf Links a tasty Pinehurst-area cocktail
Legacy Golf Links, near Pinehurst, N.C., is one of those golf courses that mixes playability, conditioning and aesthetics into a nearly perfect cocktail. It beckons to the average golfer, whispers in your ear, tells you it's okay if you're a little erratic today. Don't worry about it. Come on in. It's warm inside. "This is one of the most popular courses around here because it's the friendliest," said member Peter Munster.
Osprey Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort: Playability and perfect scenery
Scenery rules at Osprey Point Golf Club, perhaps the prettiest and most playable of Kiawah Island Golf Resort's five excellent golf courses.
New owner has improvements planned for Legend Oaks Golf Club near Charleston, S.C.
The drive to Legend Oaks Golf Club takes quite a while out of Charleston, down lonesome country roads kept cool and shady by overhanging oaks. The course benefits from the change in contours, though it could hardly be called hilly. Still, there's enough there to set it apart from coastal courses.
Golfers take it easy, watch others go to work while at Shem Creek Inn near Charleston
One of the reasons Shem Creek Inn is one of the more popular places to stay in the Charleston area is its location. The inn overlooks the creek of the same name, but its street address - on Shrimpboat Lane - tells the real story. Guests can watch the shrimp boats heading out to Charleston Harbor, while lounging around with a cup of still-steaming coffee on the pool deck.
Play some golf, learn some history at The Links Stono Ferry in Charleston, S.C.
The Links at Stono Ferry isn't so much a day on the golf course as it is a history lesson, though the golf is pretty good. This is the sort of history you expect to find when golfing in Charleston, S.C. and you get it at Stono Ferry.
Fine dining in Myrtle Beach? It's a surprise, but no joke
Vacation mecca Myrtle Beach may have a reputation for great golf courses and uber-casual dining. But aficionados of fine dining will fine a number of stellar restaurants, including Aspen Grill, Kelly Graham's Sea Blue, and Capt. Dave's Dockside Restaurant.
Best Western King Charles Inn a favorite for Charleston golfers
Charleston's Best Western King Charles Inn isn't a fancy golf resort, nor is it particularly near the area's golf courses in geographic terms. What the inn has going for it, as far as golfers are concerned, are its location and its interest in golfers themselves.
Golf real estate options still booming at South Carolina's Woodside Plantation
More than two decades after the founding of Woodside Plantation in Aiken, S.C., the upscale retirement and golf community continues to boom, with new homes and a fourth championship golf course on the way.
Little Coosaw Creek Country Club in Charleston is a heavy hitter for golfers
Coosaw Creek Country Club in Charleston, South Carolina, is only 6,593 yards from the back tees but sports a slope of 140 - that's getting pretty close to he-man status, especially for a small golf course.
P.B. Dye's fun design saves Legends' Moorland Course in Myrtle Beach
Legends' Moorland is a golf course where the fun outweighs the flaws. And there are flaws - But this course is a great way to spend an afternoon. P.B. Dye gets in his jabs, but he's also forgiving to ordinary golfers in several spots.
Great golf in the present complements Charleston's living past
Resorts like Kiawah Island and Wild Dunes packed with designer-name courses plus historic downtown architecture and great Lowcountry cuisine make Charleston one of the South's top golf-trip destinations.
Caledonia Golf & Fish Club: 'Gone with the Wind' in Myrtle Beach
Of all the "plantation golf" in the Carolinas, Caledonia Golf and Fish Club may be the finest, at least among those clubs the non-aristocrats can get into.To me, it's 'Gone with the Wind' with golf," said John Springs, general manager of Caledonia and the nearby True Blue Plantation.
Pinehurst-area golf courses in fine fettle after great growing season
Those planning a visit to Pinehurst this fall are in for a treat. Most of the golf courses in and around this hallowed ground are already in good shape, ready and waiting, thanks to cooperative weather.
Heather Glen Golf Links: Scottish delight near Myrtle Beach
Heather Glen couldn't sound more Scottish, with its soft, lyrical syllables conjuring images of dewy mist rolling off the Irish Sea. Add to that the complete name, Heather Glen Golf Links, and you think there's a Scottish theme here? Of course there is, though it's hardly the only one in Myrtle Beach to look to the home of golf for inspiration.
USGA reports accepting 1,236 entries for '08 U.S. Women's Open
FAR HILLS, N.J. -- The United States Golf Association has accepted 1,236 entries for the 2008 U.S. Women's Open, which will be played June 26-29 at
Livermore Valley Wine Country Championship played at Wente
"We appreciate all that Wente Vineyards and the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Foundation have done to host a successful Nationwide Tour event in the East Bay area the last three years," said Nationwide Tour President Bill Calfee.
Golfweek magazine announces publication of Amateur Golf issue
"Golfweek's annual Amateur Issue signifies what differentiates Golfweek from our competitors for Golfweek not only reports on professional golf, but Golfweek goes deep on amateur golf as well," said Golfweek publisher Terry Olson.
Mitchell Golf adds new certified pre-owned equipment web page
"We have always had a demand for our pre-owned equipment. Now we are featuring our trade-ins on our website to make it easy for anyone to purchase them from us," said Mike Stevens, Director of Sales at Mitchell Golf Equipment Co.
Hamilton Farm Golf Club's golf clinic to feature top instructors
"There is no golf school in existence that can offer an instructional staff like this one, every instructor is a leader in their area of expertise," said Mike Adams, Hamilton Farm Golf Club's Director of Instruction.
CMAA's annual National Club Championship at TPC Sawgrass
"As we prepare for our sixth annual tournament, we're focused on the overall experience of the participant," said Seth Gregg, COO for The Club Foundation. "I believe we've found the perfect environment to host the event this year."
Honma Golf announces release of third generation Beres MG713
The SAKATA Factory, one of the largest golf club manufacturing facilities in the world where each and every golf club is painstakingly handcrafted, passing through hundreds of hands and taking as long as six months to produce the most beautiful golf club on the planet.<br />
Lincoln Hills Golf Club is hosting NCAA Women's Championship
"The course is in terrific condition and offers a challenge to all participants," said Mark Brouwer, General Manager of Lincoln Hills. "It's an honor for Lincoln Hills to be selected as host of such an important NCAA event."
SoloRider reports on legal compliance with accessibiltiy issues
In addition to privately owned public access golf courses, more and more municipalities are adding the innovative vehicle at their courses as a way to address accessibility issues defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
ProLink Solutions GPS system in use at Oak Quarry Golf Club
"The ProLink system is a big boost to our golfers, who will appreciate having precise yardages and realistic hole depictions," said Hank Schiller, GM at Oak Quarry. "The system has numerous benefits for the course as well."
Windmill Lakes Golf Club to host First Annual Brass Balls Open
The outing is complimentary to every Ohio, private enterprise golf course/country club owner/board president and a guest. The sponsors invite owners/presidents and a guest to come enjoy a day of golf, food and beverage.
Lake Cushman Golf Course is using Golf Marketing Commander
The picturesque golf course in Lake Cushman in Hoodsport, Washington was built in 1968 as part of a housing community that still operates the course today. Lake Cushman Golf Course is located in a beautiful resort area.
Golf Pride remains top grip choice at Wachovia Championship
"For decades, Golf Pride has provided golfers with the best grips to suit their game," said Jeff Fiorini, general manager for Eaton's Golf Grip Division. "Golf Pride continues to leverage its groundbreaking technology."
ProQuip congratulates Juli Inkster and Jim Furyk on top finishes
"We send out our heartfelt congratulations to Juli and Jim for their fine play of late," said ProQuip Vice President of Sales Randy Payne. "We certainly hope they don't need their rainwear anytime soon."
Caddy For A Cure announces spot at '09 Masters Championship
"We are so honored to have British Open Champion Todd Hamilton participate with us at the first of the 2009 major golf championships, The Masters," said Russ Holden, Caddy For A Cure program founder and CEO.
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