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GOLF VACATIONS NOVEMBER 2020
PINEHURST RESORT
FALL GOLF PAINTS CAROLINA BLUE SKIES
SEA PINES CC
READIES FOR THE FUTURE
FURNACE CREEK A HOT STAY & PLAY IN DEATH VALLEY
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My Turn: 2020 US Open Reflections
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Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort
by Dakota Diaz Los Cabos, Mexico – To mark the seventh anniversary of the world-caliber Quivira Golf Club in 2021, Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort has unveiled a ‘Lucky Seven’ package.
Destination: Pinehurst Resort
by Shane Sharp Spring is golf’s annual coming out party in the Carolinas. But the fall is the storied game’s second season in both the Old North and Palmetto States. High temps drop into the 60s, leaves reach their foliage peak, and abundant sunshine paints Carolinas blue skies atop picturesque November days.
Club Selection: Sea Pines Country Club
by Shane Sharp Sea Pines Country Club has approved a two-phase enhancement plan for its Arnold Palmer, Clyde Johnston golf course including a greatly expanded practice facility, new designated short-game area and complete regrassing of all tees, greens and fairways.
Sweet Stuff
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CONTRIBUTINGWRITERS Dakota Diaz is a Chicago-based freelance writer. Growing up in the golf mecca of Palm Springs, CA, Dakota is no stranger to the golf resort lifestyle. You’ll find him at his “real job” as Partner/Chief Investment Officer at Green Cloud Capital, a Southern Californa based private equity firm.
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Barney Adams an icon in the golf equipment industry and founder of Adams Golf and the game changing Tight Lies fairway woods, is now the founder and CEO of a new company - Breakthrough Golf Technology.
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Senior Writers Terry Ross has covered sports as both a print and radio journalist for more than 35 years, and also has served as a consultant to the golf industry in a variety of capacities. He has been a regular columnist for the Long Beach Business Journal and is based in Orange County, California.
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MYTURN
with Barney Adams
2020 US Open Reflections
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he announcing crew at the 2020 US Open seemed obsessed with “The Bombers” - players who drove the ball extreme distances with little regard for the occasional tee shot into the rough. TV has selected Bryson DeChambeau as their representative given his length and victory. I thought I’d wait a bit to see what the industry sources had to say. I can’t say it’s unanimous because I haven’t seen everything, but the theme is: Get Ready for The Golfer of Tomorrow: • 350 Yard Carry • Clubhead speed which tears through the rough allowing the ball to launch high and carry to the green. • The ‘new’ instructor who teaches distance be it ground up or whatever new method is used.
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• Gym sessions producing athletes who look more like football players. • And last, a whole new shelf of steroids for golf. At the same time the USGA and its organizational allies are planning meetings focusing not if the ball will be rolled back, but when. Clearly, influenced by visual evidence from a great Winged Foot course in our national championship. Let’s look deeper! A hypothetical, go back a few months. You are on the planning committee for the US Open to be held at Winged Foot, one of America’s great venues. This year because of Covid there will be no galleries, something never experienced at a USGA major golf event. I repeat, your committee is planning for The US Open. That implies “Open Rough” a term that is significant on its own. You don’t play from Open Rough, you escape... maybe.
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The nature of Open Rough is a thick chunky base with long tendrils reaching skyward. These make it very difficult to find your ball in the best of circumstances and when attempting to advance these tendrils wrap themselves around your hosel closing the face, sending your ball deeper into hostile territory. That’s if you can even find it, Open rough has “disappeared” many balls over the years and done so within full view of gallery spectators aiding course marshals. The rule of thumb for competitors has always been to find the most reasonable patch of fairway and get out. But this is the year of Covid. No galleries. Marshals, but relatively few because of no galleries. Now, considering that normal US Open rough will produce many searches where marshals are important, the shortage of them will cause endless searches which don’t make for great TV viewing. So, a decision is made, cut the rough down so shots can be found. Still in the rough but sitting on the chunky base and very often can be played. A tough call for the purist but an objective economic evaluation leaves no choice.
The announcers regale us with astonishing distances and swing speeds that allow escape from Open Rough that used to be impossible. The golf publications jump on this theme and predict that the golfer of tomorrow will be “DeChambeau like” not sweet swingers but physical hulks rewriting the book on distance strongly influenced by no fear of the rough. My point here is those publications and instructors, jumping on the “longer and slightly crooked is better” bandwagon, have added 2+2 and gotten 5 when using the 2020 US Open as a premise. DeChambeau is a great and powerful player, however, I don’t think he’s known for his putting. He should have been, it was terrific, probably influenced his score! He is our National Champion, an unsurpassable honor. But his style has me betting that the USGA is working on dates to discuss changing the golf ball, as in making it shorter. I’m 100% against such a move. Golf is a game where amateurs can go to the same course play the same clubs and given a huge difference in skill achieve some measure of affiliation with the pros. A birdie is a birdie, not a long or short ball birdie. From a business perspective, the overwhelming majority of those golfers financially supporting golf are 50+. And we want them to hit it shorter? Well Mr. Adams what Would you do? I know zero about golf ball manufacturing but keeping the distance the same I’d change the dimples to increase curvature Just enough so it doesn’t affect slower swings that much but very high swing speeds so it’s in the player’s head More thoughts. As an admitted TV viewer, get rid of those yardage books. Fine for practice rounds but when the bell rings it should be player and caddie, not an “on green” conference. What’s next, a staff meeting? I’ll conclude with a Note to the PGA Tour and, importantly, an admonition. To the PGA Tour: The minute a tee goes into the ground on #1 every player is on the clock. Stroke penalties, not fines, will get their attention. To the rest of the golfing world: Let’s not blindly pursue the “new golfer” concept without considerably deeper study. Barney Adams, an icon in the golf equipment industry and founder of Adams Golf and the game changing Tight Lies fairway woods, is now the founder and CEO of a new company - Breakthrough Golf Technology. For more about Barney Adams and Breakthrough Golf Technology visit the website at: breakthroughgolftech.com
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Play Three Pete Dye Classic Layouts Including Celebrated Teeth Of The Dog
LA ROMANA, Dominican Republic – Casa de Campo Resort & Villas – home to the Caribbean’s premier, luxury golf experiences, including the iconic Teeth of the Dog course – is showcasing an array of golf events perfect to enjoy its three celebrated layouts and worldclass amenities. The legendary resort is home to a trio of lauded Pete Dyedesigned layouts: Teeth of the Dog, Dye Fore and The Links. Since opening in 1974, Teeth of the Dog is widely recognized as the No. 1 course in the Caribbean. Golf course architecture aficionados call Dye Fore “the most underrated course in the Caribbean.” The Links showcases Dye’s genius for creating thrilling green complexes. The 2nd Annual Couple’s Golf & Spa Retreat will be held Oct. 21 – 25. The event includes three days of competition in shamble, scramble and best ball formats with participants also enjoying the resort’s luxurious spa and myriad amenities including lodging. The all-inclusive four-night stay starts at $1,774 (per person, double occupancy). Held Nov. 23 – 29, the new Sancocho Golf Open is a unique celebration of the many delights of the Dominican Republic bringing together the country’s incredible cuisine, the world’s best rum and cigars as well as exceptional golf on the resort’s trifecta of layouts. For golfers, the all-inclusive six-night / five-round package starts at $2,500 (per person, double occupancy) and is loaded with extras. Non-golfer packages start at $1,900 (per person, double occupancy). On Nov. 29 – Dec. 5, Casa de Campo Resort & Villas invites all golfers to participate in its 15th Annual Casa de Campo Twosome Championship. Featuring superior accommodations and numerous additional fun activities, the event will be played on the property’s three outstanding golf courses with two rounds on Dye Fore, one round on The Links, and two rounds on Teeth of the Dog. Ideal to also enjoy all the many amenities Casa de Campo offers, prices start at $2,353 (per person, double occupancy). The Casa de Campo Women’s Getaway with Suzy Whaley is a four-day / three-night event from Dec. 4 – 7. Whaley – recent
President of the PGA of America, renowned PGA Professional and one of the game’s top instructors – will host the fun Caribbean gettogether. The stay-and-play is all-inclusive and starts at $1,799 (per person, double occupancy). The many highlights include unlimited green fees on all three courses and personal instruction by Whaley at the resort’s state-of-the-art Golf Learning Center. For each event, Casa de Campo also offers an array of fully appointed villas perfect for golf groups and families. The villa options range from three to 11 bedrooms with stylish living areas, a private pool as well as endless creature comforts. From secluded Garden Villas highlighting the area’s abundant flora to the tranquil splendor of the Caribbean coast in an Oceanfront Villa, each style offers contemporary designs. Daily breakfast, private maid service and full access to a wide range of on-site activities are additional highlights of villa stays. For more information on all events, call 809.523.8115 or email m.leonardo@ccampo.com.do. In the aftermath of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the legendary resort initiated its new “Casa Cares” program touching virtually every area of the property including significant investment in new equipment and employee training. The robust health and safety practices will continue to remain a top priority extend to updated procedures for its golf courses as well. A full list of the new measures may be found here. Also, the government of the Dominican Republic, in a historic move, is providing complimentary travel and health insurance to all tourists staying in the country through Dec. 31, 2020. The insurance will cover all emergency hospitalization, medical, lodging, and airline ticket change fees if one becomes ill with COVID-19 while here on vacation. The insurance will be provided at no cost to visitors and is fully paid for by the government. For more information on Casa de Campo Resort & Villas please call 800.877.3643, email golf@ccampo.com.do or visit: www.casadecampo.com.do/, facebook.com/casadecamporesort instagram.com/casadecampodr, twitter.com/casadecampo. Teeth of the Dog - No. 16
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Cherokee Valley Named ‘Can’t Miss Upstate Golf Course’ by Discover South Carolina TRAVELERS REST, S.C. – Cherokee Valley, the premier family and community-focused club north of award-winning Greenville, has been named one of Discover South Carolina’s “Can’t Miss Upstate Golf Courses.” The popular state tourism website, published by the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT), cited Cherokee Valley’s “thoughtfully sculpted and masterfully designed” P.B. Dye-designed layout, as well as its “top notch golf with stunning mountain vistas.” “There are so many outstanding golf facilities in this region, and we’re honored to be recognized by such a trusted and respected source as the SCPRT and Discover South Carolina,” says Cherokee Valley owner and director of operations Matt Jennings. “With so many exciting things coming up this fall and next year, we feel like we’re just getting going.” Cherokee Valley was one of six courses highlighted for their design pedigree, playability and representation of Upstate South Carolina’s diverse topography. The other venues are The Preserve at Verdae (Greenville), Woodfin Ridge (Inman), River Falls (Duncan), Village Greens (Gramling) and The Rock (Pickens). Earlier this year, the course’s par-3 8th hole was named one of the “Best Par-3 Holes in South Carolina” by Discover South Carolina. It highlighted the hole’s stunning Blue Ridge mountain
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views, 70-foot drop from tee to greens, and massive putting surface. Ideally located 30 minutes north of award-winning downtown Greenville and 45 minutes from the craft beer capital of Asheville, N.C. Cherokee Valley is the perfect basecamp for exploring the beauty and adventure of the Upcountry. Onsite cottages are available for multi-day stay-and-plays, and the club recently announced additional golf packages with Greenville’s only AAA Four-Diamond hotel, the Westin Poinsett. This fall, Cherokee Valley will open its full-service restaurant, Core 450, featuring a contemporary, engaging and casual theme with a diverse menu ranging from small plates and pizza to chef-driven, five course meals. The culinary program is led by executive chef Todd Warden, who studied under James Beard award-winning chef Bob Kinkead. Core 450 sits atop Cherokee Valley’s new golf shop, which will feature a wide selection of golf apparel, a curated collection of golf equipment, craft beer cooler and flat screen TVs. Golfers can check in, grab refreshments, and choose from one of the club’s new GPS and Bluetooth speaker equipped golf carts or exhilarating Finn Cycles (battery-powered scooters) for their round. To learn more about memberships, golf packages and other programs and amenities, visit www.cherokeevalleyclub.com, or contact associate director of operations Lauren Landreth at llandreth@cherokeevalleyclub.com or (864) 895-6758 x2.
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Silverado Resort & Spa
Silverado Resort And Spa Unveils Unlimited Golf Package Napa, CA – Entering the 2020-21 PGA TOUR Season as the first official event, the Safeway Open at Silverado Resort and Spa provided an exciting start to what promises to be an incredible season ahead. Nestled among rolling oak groves in world-renowned Napa Valley, Calif., Silverado Resort and Spa has unveiled an Unlimited Golf Package for guests to enjoy the resort’s 36-holes of championship golf after the tournament. Silverado Resort and Spa’s Unlimited Golf Package allows golfers to save up to 20 percent on their accommodations and green fees, plus enjoy unlimited golf daily (Sunday – Thursday) per person on either the South Course or the North Course, home of the Safeway Open. In addition, Unlimited Golf Package guests will receive a Silverado logoed water bottle, a sleeve of golf balls and enjoy unlimited use of Silverado’s practice facility, range balls, and club storage service. Sunday departures also receive complimentary late check-out until 2 p.m. (based on availability). “The overall experience at Silverado was exceptional, the resort and course conditions were outstanding at this Troon-affiliated destination,” said Team Troon Ambassador and PGA TOUR star Justin Thomas after last year’s Safeway Open. “We appreciated all of the hospitality; it was a great week at Silverado Resort and Spa.” Silverado Resort and Spa is Napa Valley’s only 36-hole golf resort. The 7,166-yard, par 72 North Course annually hosts the Safeway Open, while the 6,612-yard, par 72 South Course is a favorite among members and resort guests. Both courses were re-designed by World Golf Hall of Fame member and former lead NBC golf analyst Johnny Miller. In 2019, the North Course was named to Golfweek’s Best
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2019: Top 200 Resort Courses ranking. In addition to two 18-hole golf courses, Silverado features 340 guest rooms, a full service Spa, 10 tennis courts and 10 swimming pools, all in close proximity to Napa Valley’s 540-plus wineries. Silverado Resort and Spa can be experienced in many ways; including golf stay and play packages, golf groups of 12 or more players, through lessons and golf schools at the Johnny Miller Golf Academy or by becoming a member and joining the Silverado community. For more information on Silverado Resort and Spa’s Unlimited Golf Package, visit www.silveradoresort.com.
Golfasian Launches Tournaments
New
Thailand
Golf
Bangkok, Thailand – With an increase in domestic demand in Thailand, Golfasian, Asia’s largest golf tour operator, is launching a series of Thailand golf tournaments aimed at Thai and expat golfers. The golf tournaments which are aimed at amateur golfers are taking place in Hua Hin, Pattaya and Bangkok. “The events are a combination of great fun and light competition and include food and beverage, 19th hole celebration with exciting prizes for the winners and lucky draw with golf holiday packages on offer. Golf, accommodation, golf course transfers and tournament management are all part of the golf package,” said Boyd Barker, Golfasian’s General Manager. The inaugural Hua Hin Skins Golf Tournament will take place from November 6-8 and will see golfers teeing off at Black Mountain Golf Club and Banyan Golf Club, two of the most prestigious courses in the area, with overnight stay at the centrally located G Hua Hin.
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Desert Mountain Voted No. 1 Private Country Club In Arizona SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Desert Mountain Club has again earned recognition as one of the Platinum Clubs of America. In the 2021-22 analysis voting, Desert Mountain ranks No. 14 in the United States, moving up five spots in the ranking, and remains No. 1 in Arizona. Desert Mountain Club is the only facility in Arizona to place among the top 100. The biennial Platinum Clubs® of America program identifies the top 5 percent of the 4,500-plus private clubs in the country. Voting by general managers, club presidents, and owners, along with a comprehensive facilitiesaudit, makes Platinum recognition the most respected achievement in the industry. Topping the list are Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md, Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, Fla and The Vintage Club in Indian Wells, Calif., respectively. “The tireless efforts and level of care that our staff aspires to provide our members every day is the reason Desert Mountain is a Platinum Club of America recipient,” said Desert Mountain Club CEO Damon DiOrio. “Our membership is terrific, the array of facilities we offer our families continues to grow and it is indeed a special honor for Desert Mountain Club to be included in exceptional company.” The club is experiencing a banner year, welcoming more than 150 new members across all categories. Nearly 130,000 member
rounds of golf have been played on the seven golf courses, up 15% year over year. Coming off 2019’s all-time record for custom-home sales volume of over $225 million, the community’s real estate sales are on track to surpass this with 78 custom home closings ($174,923, 892) since January; 24 additional sales are currently pending. Despite the challenges we all faced in 2020, our greatest asset, our staff of 700 employees, was maintained throughout the pandemic, with no layoffs or furloughs. Desert Mountain Club is the only private community in the world with six Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses, including the recently renovated Renegade, which reopened in 2019. A stellar addition last year was the new community, Seven Desert Mountain, which includes an 18-hole par-54 course – named No. 7 at Desert Mountain –and an award-winning clubhouse, in addition to beautiful home designs by three prestigious builders. While golf remains at the heart of Desert Mountain Club – which serves more than 2,000 total members – new programming and amenities are evolving to serve the club’s growing interests and younger population. Members have access to 10 restaurants and grills, a nine-court tennis complex with three different playing surfaces, horseback riding, bocce ball, pickleball, croquet, Pilates, luxury camping, world-class spa, and 20-miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, and much more. Platinum Clubs® of America, launched in 1997, has earned the reputation as the most respected recognition in the industry. Clubs are judged for their history, ability to attract and retain exceptional members, and the experience delivered. Voting criteria include recognition, excellence in amenities and facilities, staff and professional services, quality and commitment of membership, governance and prudent fiscal management, adapting to changing times, and overall experience. For additional information on Desert Mountain Club, access the web site at www.desertmountain.com.
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Golfing Where the Sea Meets the Land At Ria Bintan Golf Club Singapore – For golfers around the world, there is nothing more satisfying than playing their favourite game at beautiful, scenic and well-designed golf courses that provide a challenge to their golf skills whilst allowing them to take in the inspiring scenery and landscape. Golf should bring inner happiness and aesthetic pleasure. Ria Bintan Golf Course provides just such a backdrop. The team at Ria Bintan Golf Club, this year’s Winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of The Best Luxury Golf Club in Indonesia, knows that golfers will derive satisfaction from the Ocean and Forest courses during the game and time spent at the club. The Ria Bintan Golf Club was designed by golf legend Gary Player, and opened its doors to their first guests in 1998. The multi award-winning 18-hole Ocean Course unfolds next to the South China Sea, offering tantalizing ocean views, challenging signature holes and picture-perfect scenery; while the 9-hole Forest Course, set amidst mature woodlands, tests the mettle with its various bunkers and fairways artfully placed. Ria Bintan Golf Club has been consistently named the best golf course in Asia and Indonesia over the past two decades, and played host to numerous regional events, including the annual Ria Bintan Golf Challenge, and more recently Ria Bintan Golf Carnivals in 2018 and 2019. Ria Bintan Golf Club currently offers two types of packages: Golf Only, with the opportunity to enjoy the two beautiful golf courses on day trips, and Stay and Play, which includes a stay at Ria Bintan Golf Lodge, a chance to play golf at any of the golf
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courses in Bintan, or a session at the club’s spa. Ria Bintan Golf Lodge is the club’s beautiful 27-room accommodation facility at the Clubhouse with views of the golf course and wonderful for a golf escape. Ria Bintan also has a term membership plan for any golfers who wish to take up membership at the club on a yearly basis with inclusions such as unlimited golf, free transfers, unlimited driving range balls, Ria Bintan Golf Lodge stay vouchers and many more benefits to enjoy. Ria Bintan Golf Club proves that golf is a lifestyle, a sport, a hobby, and a venue for business bonding, all in one.
Troon Expanding Popular Troon Frequent Player Program For 2021
Card
Scottsdale, AZ – Troon® is making it easier for golfers to play top courses at the best rates by expanding its popular Troon Card frequent player program in 2021, while honoring every day heroes and offering preferred pricing and special Troon Cards to U.S. military, first responders, healthcare professionals and teachers. 2021 Troon Cards officially go on sale on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at www.TroonCard.com and can be used November 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021. Troon Cards provide Cardholders with preferred rates of up to 50 percent at participating Troon-managed and brand-affiliated courses, are available as a TwoSome Card or a FourSome Card, and are offered for specific states and regions of the country. New in 2021, the Patriot Troon Card is now available to first responders as well as active duty, veterans, reserve and U.S. military retirees. In addition, the new Inspire Troon Card has been created for healthcare professionals and teachers and is Troon’s small way
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• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CHIPSHOTS of saying “thank you” to these dedicated professionals. Both the Patriot and Inspire Troon Card offer the same incredible benefits as a National Troon TwoSome Card, including up to 50 percent off the standard rate for the Cardholder and a guest at ALL participating Troon-managed and brand-affiliated courses around the world. A portion of all proceeds from Patriot and Inspire Troon Card sales will be donated to charitable organizations that support military (Folds of Honor Foundation), first responders (Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation), healthcare professionals (Direct Relief) and teachers (Donors Choose). Those interested in purchasing a Patriot Troon Card or an Inspire Troon Card will be required to register (free of charge) through the Sheer ID employment verification program. The golf industry’s leading frequent player program has been around for more than two decades and in 2021 more than 120 Troon-affiliated courses worldwide are participating. State and region-specific Troon Cards available in 2021 include: Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Kansas/Missouri, New York, Midwest U.S., Northeast U.S., Southeast U.S., and West Coast U.S. In addition, the National Troon Card offers Cardholders preferred rates at all participating Troon facilities, including properties across the continental United States, Hawaii, and international facilities. Plus, some state-specific cards also include “bonus states” so Cardholders can tee it up in neighboring states. All Troon Cards
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offer Troon Card rates at Troon’s international locations. Troon Cardholders can reserve tee times within three-days of their desired date of play and enjoy up to 50 percent off golf fees. For those who can’t wait until three days out to book their tee time, with Troon Card’s Best Rate Guarantee, Troon Cardholders can book any online rate and still receive 15 percent off their golf fees at check in. The benefits of being a Troon Cardholder go beyond savings on golf. Troon Cardholders can improve their golf games by participating in complimentary clinics, play more golf with exclusive replay rates and explore the world of Troon with customized experience packages. Troon Cardholders can treat their friends, and themselves, to “2 for 1” golf offers and can celebrate their birthday in style with “birthday round” discounts. Additional Troon Card benefits include the Troon Card Facebook Group and special offers exclusively to Cardholders, 10 percent off merchandise at participating golf shops and golf course restaurants, Troon Card E-News with monthly special offers and the ability to book tee times online at www.TroonCardTeeTimes.com. 2021 Troon Cards are valid November 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021 with “early bird” pricing available through December 4, 2020. To view the entire list of participating courses, see Troon Card rates or to purchase a Troon Card online, go to www.TroonCard.com or visit any participating facility.
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PUEBLO BONITO PACIFICA
GOLF & SPA RESORT
INTRODUCES
‘LUCKY SEVEN’
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os Cabos, Mexico – To mark the seventh anniversary of the world-caliber Quivira Golf Club in 2021, Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort has unveiled a ‘Lucky Seven’ package.
This special 6-night, 7-day odyssey allows guests to select a combination of seven activities that showcase the best the Quivira Los Cabos resort community has to offer, including the following culinary experiences, leisure or pampering activities: Orchard Cooking Class. Held at Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf Resort & Spa in an open-air kitchen in the resort’s organic orchard, guests select and prepare vegetables and herbs to prepare a regional Baja dish. Once completed, a gourmet lunch prepared by the class is paired with Mexican wines and served at a communal table set beneath market umbrellas in the orchard. Hook & Cook. What could be better? Early morning on the beach, the sun rising from the ocean, with surf-casting equipment available to those who want to cast a lure into the Sea of Cortez and try their luck. Catch or no catch, resort staff is on hand to prepare a delicious meal centered around fresh ceviche, slivers of fish marinated in citrus and spices, with an array of flavorsome garnishes. Beach Bed. Large elegant beds, shaded on top as a sunscreen and to the sides for privacy, are placed on the beach. Ideal for couples who want to totally relax and enjoy the sight and sounds
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of the surf. Full butler service is provided, with all food and refreshments included. Golf at Quivira Golf Club. This Jack Nicklaus Signature course is one of the most spectacular layouts in the world. Marked by massive sand dunes, sheer granite cliffs and rolling desert foothills, Quivira Golf Club offers more oceanfront exposure than any other course in Los Cabos. An unforgettable thrill from any set of tees, Quivira has four comfort stations, notably the Oasis, which features Mexican specialties and a full bar. Private Tequila Tasting. Tequila, the first distilled spirit on the North American continent, is the concentrated expression of one ingredient: blue Weber agave. A trained sommelier will describe every nuance of this unique spirit, from the fermentation and distillation process to the various types available, starting with the blanco (white) version, which is generally used to make the everpopular Margarita. Shopping Tour (with butler). One of the Tower at Pacifica’s expert butlers will take guests on a guided tour of downtown Cabo San Lucas, visiting the finest artisan shops where ceramics, clothing, straw hats, handbags and worthy souvenirs are available. Sunset Tepee Experience. There’s nothing more sublime than dinner for two on the beach. Imagine a four-course meal served at
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• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CHIPSHOTS sunset under the cover of your own tepee. The experience starts in time to celebrate sunset, announced by the ancestral sounds of conch shells, and continues over a leisurely two hours. The menu, which is prepared tepee-side by a resort chef, includes craft cocktails. The experience includes curated DJ music and a photographer to memorialize the experience. 24-hour advance booking is requested. Armonia Spa Immersion. Armonia Spa offers a complete menu of rejuvenating treatments to relax, revive and renew. Designed for self-renewal and administered by fully licensed spa therapists, guests may choose any combination of two treatments from among massage therapies, body scrubs, body wraps, spa facials or opt to customize their spa treatment for special needs. Guided Hike to the Old Lighthouse. Set above a jaw-dropping stretch of sheer granite cliffs at the exact place where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, the fortress-like lighthouse known as Faro Viejo is a worthy destination for a guided hike. Dating to 1905 and the oldest standing structure in Los Cabos, this National Historic Monument has been the inspiration for poets, painters and photographers.
resort, as well as access to restaurants and bars at three sister properties in Cabo San Lucas. Taxes and gratuities are included in the package price. To reserve your Lucky Seven vacation at Pueblo Bonita Pacifica, or to find out about package options at the other resorts in this luxury resort community, please call 1-990-8250 (USA) or 1-855478-2811 (Canada). Quivira (pronounced key-vee-ra), Mexico’s premier luxury residential resort community, is situated at Land’s End on the Baja Peninsula, with more than three miles of pristine golden beaches, picturesque desert cliffs and panoramic ocean views. This exclusive 1,850-acre master-planned community, founded by renowned resort developer Ernesto Coppel, is a paradise of elegance, serenity and service. Within Quivira, resort guests at Pueblo Bonito Pacifica, The Towers at Pacifica, Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach, or Montecristo Estates Luxury Villas, and residents of the Copala and Coronado communities have access to Quivira Club. Occupying a spectacular natural landscape, Quivira Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, is complemented by an exclusive oceanfront clubhouse. Quivira Los Cabos is the ultimate destination for residents and guests to live, love and celebrate life.
Day Trip to Medano Beach. A two-mile crescent of sand lapped by calm waters, Medano Beach is THE place to relax in Cabo San Lucas. This protected beach, its waves rarely higher than knee level, is the best place for a relaxing swim in all of Los Cabos. Best of all, guests can access restaurants and services at Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach Resort (a.k.a. Blanco) and Pueblo Bonito Rosé Resort & Spa.
About Pueblo Bonito Golf and Spa Resorts Pueblo Bonito Golf and Spa Resorts has eight award-winning resorts in two destinations, Cabo San Lucas and Mazatlán, all offering luxury all-inclusive options. Each of the properties has its own personality, design and ambiance, yet all share the same high level of impeccable quality and distinguished atmosphere.
The all-inclusive package is available starting $2,600 person (based on double occupancy), with accommodations in a deluxe room. All-inclusive rates include all meals and beverages at the
For more information visit www.pueblobonito.com and find us https://www.facebook.com/PuebloBonitoResort and follow us on Twitter @PuebloBonito.
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THE UNLIMITED STAY & PLAY GOLF PACKAGE
AT FURNACE CREEK GOLF COURSE AT THE OASIS IN DEATH VALLEY
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EATH VALLEY, CA – If a coyote runs out and steals a golf ball, golfers get a free drop. That’s one of the “house rules” at the unique Furnace Creek Golf Course at Death Valley, the lowest elevation USGA golf course (-214 below sea level) in the world. It’s also considered one of the country’s most “collectable” golf courses. Now, golfers can play unlimited golf on this famous course with the Unlimited Stay & Play Golf Package. Along with the golf course, The Oasis at Death Valley, comprised of the historic, AAA Four Diamond Inn at Death Valley and the family-oriented Ranch at Death Valley, is one of the country’s best kept secrets. A true oasis, just two hours from Las Vegas and four hours from Los Angeles, the temperatures in the winter range from 65 to 92 degrees (average temperature in February is 72 degrees and the natural spring-fed pools are an inviting 84.5 degrees all year round).
Tee up oasisatdeathvalley.com and use the promo code UNLIMITED for reservations. The Stay & Play package includes (with some restrictions): • Overnight accommodations at either The Inn at Death Valley or The Ranch at Death Valley • Pay for the first round of golf and then enjoy unlimited golf for the duration of your stay ($147 total for two, or $73.50 per person) • Cart rental • Club storage • Use of sports courts and spring-fed swimming pools The Course Furnace Creek Golf Course at Death Valley is an 18-hole course located in a true American oasis within the three million acres that is Death Valley National Park. It’s best to be humble and not fooled by the wide-open fairways and the length of the course, which plays to a par of 70 and is only 6,215 yards from the back tees. From there, the course has a USGA rating of 74.7 with a slope of 128. Begun in 1927, the legendary course recently underwent a massive renovation primarily focused on water conservation and the transition of 15 acres of maintained turf to desert with low-water-use native plantings which was overseen by Fred Dickman, Director of Golf Course Maintenance and Hotel Grounds for the legendary Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs. Important Note: Found on all maps, The Devil’s Golf Course in Death Valley, located a few miles from Furnace Creek is not an actual golf course, but an expansive salt field created by evaporated bodies of water. The Oasis at Death Valley Just off of a $100-million renaissance, The Oasis at Death Valley offers guests a naturally social-distanced environment where it’s sunny, has almost no rain, no bugs, you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye, relax at one of the spring-fed pools and enjoy outdoor activities such as tennis, hiking, cycling, horseback riding, jeep tours, and more. Enjoy the Inn at Death Valley with 66 completely renovated rooms and 22 new private casitas (outfitted with a personal golf cart) or the family-friendly Ranch at Death Valley, where all guest rooms open directly to the outdoors and the spacious lawns and abundant open green space create an ideal environment to create your own adventure.
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And yes, it’s true, golf balls don’t go as far as you think at 214 feet below sea level. While not a hazard, it does make for an interesting mental challenge
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Destination: Pin
The Cradle of American Golf Continues to Evolve and Amaze by Shane Sharp
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pring is golf’s annual coming out party in the Carolinas. But the fall is the storied game’s second season in both the Old North and Palmetto States. High temps drop into the 60s, leaves reach their foliage peak, and abundant sunshine paints Carolinas blue skies atop picturesque November days. In short, it’s the ideal time for golfers to visit, or revisit, Pinehurst Resort. For most golfers, the “Cradle of American Golf,” as it’s known, needs no introduction. The timeless Sandhills golf destination founded in 1895 by James Walker Tufts hosted three U.S. Opens on its famed No. 2 course in the span of 15 years: 1999, 2005 and 2014. And five more are on the way via a new agreement with the USGA designating the resort an “anchor site” and establishing a second home in the Village of Pinehurst. But there’s more to Pinehurst than Donald Ross’s storied No. 2. Home of nine, 18-hole golf courses, The Cradle short course, three hotels and several restaurants and pubs, the resort sets up perfectly for a multi-day golf buddies trip for the ages. A Golf Renaissance Begins Led by owner Robert Dedman Jr. and President Tom Pashley, Pinehurst Resort has boldly reinvented itself over the past decade while staying steadfastly committed to its traditions. www.golfvacationsmag.com
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The metamorphosis began with the restoration of Donald Ross’s No. 2 course by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw in 2011 culminating with the 2014 men’s and women’s U.S. Opens. That historic hosting was soon followed by the acquisition of nearby National Golf Club and its Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, which was rebranded as Pinehurst No. 9. It was the period between the summer of 2017 and fall of 2018, however, that forever changed the resort’s dynamic. Gil Hanse, architect of the Olympic Golf Course in Rio di Janeiro, was tapped to design a nine-hole short course, The aforementioned Cradle, on the land between the clubhouse and Beulah Hills Rd. The Cradle exudes fun: music fills the air from hidden speakers, the retro-wooden trailer “Pinecone” serves up cold beverages, and golfers often walk the 789-yard course in “group-somes” of six or more. Nearby Thistle Dhu, the 18-hole putting course that opened in 2012, was expanded from 15,000 to 75,000-square-feet. Tee markers double as drink holders and side bets abound as golfers negotiate the topsy-turvy terrain. Together, The Cradle and Thistle Dhu form Pinehurst’s fountain of youth. An oft-overlooked enhancement during this span was the subtle restoration of the No. 3 course. Several holes on the short-but-sporty layout were refurbished to their original Ross design aesthetic (and two brand new par 3s were added). Locals call it a “mini No. 2” because of its repellant Ross
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greens and are quick to recommend golfers play it before testing their mettle on Ross’s full-scale masterpiece. Weighing in at just 5,155 yards from the back tees and a par of 68, No. 3 has humbled many a golfer with its demanding shot values. The Arrival of the New No. 4 For most golf resorts, this would have been enough. But ownership didn’t stop there. Hanse and his team completely “reimagined” the design and routing of the No. 4 course in 2018. Recast by Tom Fazio in 1999 as a lush, Augusta Nationallike experience, No. 4 had gradually lost the native Sandhills aesthetic endemic to Golden Age courses in the area. Hanse reshaped the topography, restored elevation changes and adjusted sightlines to create a stunning test of golf. The result was a companion course to No. 2 that quickly emerged as a player favorite and darling among golf’s cognoscenti. Both No. 4 and No. 2 hosted the USGA’s prestigious U.S. Amateur in 2019, cementing their dynamic duo status. And in 2020, the two courses welcomed many of the nation’s best Amateur players in hosting the venerable North & South Championships. Something Special Brewing The Pinehurst Brewing Company opened its doors in the fall of 2018 in the former steam plant building that once supplied power to the area.
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A five-minute walk from the Village, the “PBC’s” brick façade and restored smokestack cut a compelling contrast with the resort’s traditional New England-style architecture. Inside, original pipes and valves were re-purposed as legs beneath tables and light fixtures above booths. A massive, indoor-outdoor bar has emerged as the Village’s hottest gathering spot, and the perfect perch from which to sample the PBC’s selection of handcrafted lagers and ales. And then there’s the barbeque, which isn’t limited to Carolina pulled pork. Succulent baby back ribs, juicy Texas-style brisket and an array of smoked sausages grace the menu and keep golfers and non-golfers alike well fed.
down into dimly lit main dining room that encourages patrons to relax and linger. The Holly is situated in the heart of the Village and is perfect for guests who want to meander its streets before or après a hearty supper. The 42-room Manor Inn, originally opened in 1923, was completely remodeled in 2019. Geared toward golf groups, it features two private hospitality suites with room for 20 that can be reserved for the entire length of stay. Located on its first floor, the new North & South Bar serves a curated selection of whiskies, cocktails and craft beers from the PBC.
Accommodations Aplenty Pinehurst Resort’s colorful history and exciting future converge at its three AAA Four-Diamond hotels, offering 480 rooms and an assortment of amenities.
Golf Packages For years, it’s been a golf staple at Pinehurst Resort. Simple, straightforward and easy to book, the Donald Ross Golf Package features two nights’ accommodations, three rounds of golf and breakfast and dinner, daily. The resort’s vacation planners are a great resource for selecting the courses and lodging that best suits your group. Just call (855) 235-8507 or click here to begin your reservation.
On the list of National Register of Historic Places, The Carolina Hotel is often referred to as the “Queen of the South” or the “White House of Golf.” The grandest and most recognizable hotel at the resort, The Carolina has a regal estate feel, lined with elegant pillars and sweeping verandas.
Getting There Pinehurst Resort is approximately 70 minutes from RaleighDurham International Airport, and Charlotte Douglas International is two hours west. Between the two, they offer direct flights from most major cities.
The resort’s first inn, The Holly, is as cozy as a Carolina night, featuring dark wood panels and quiet nooks. It houses the AAA Four-Diamond 1895 Grille, accessed by a set of stairs
For more information, or to learn about seasonal golf packages, visit www.pinehurst.com.
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CLUB SELECTION
Sea Pines Country Club Readies for the Future
Expanded Practice Facility, New Short-Game Area, Re-Grassing of Golf Course Highlight Multi-Year Capital Improvements Led by Phil Smith
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ea Pines Country Club has approved a two-phase enhancement plan for its Arnold Palmer, Clyde Johnston golf course including a greatly expanded practice facility, new designated short-game area and complete re-grassing of all tees, greens and fairways. Golf course architect Phil Smith, who recently completed a full masterplan for the 6,383-yard layout, is leading the project alongside Sea Pines Country Club General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Robbie Ames and Golf Course Superintendent Tom Metzger. Jacksonville, Florida-based MacCurrach Golf will oversee shaping and construction. Work on Phase I, comprising the practice facility, shortgame area and re-grassing, will start May 1, 2021 and is scheduled for completion by Oct. 31, 2021. Phase II, slated for development and construction between 2028 and 2030, entails a full-scale renovation of the golf course coinciding with the installation of a new irrigation system. “This is a significant period in the club’s history that will help create one of the best golf playing surfaces in the region and state-of-the-art practice facilities allowing our members to focus on game improvement.” says Ames. “The Phase II renovation will create a world-class golf experience for the next generation of Sea Pines Country Club members.” The practice facility expansion will lengthen the range floor by 50 yards, expand the depth and width of the tee area for additional hitting stations and double the size of the practice putting green. New target greens will be placed at various angles with yardage intervals ranging from 70 to 250 yards. The designated short-game area will feature a multi-tiered chipping green and two bunkers for honing sand shots. Fairways and tees will be fully re-sprigged with Celebration Bermuda grass, the PGA Tour-caliber turf used at neighboring Sea Pines Resort on RBC Heritage host course Harbour Town Golf Links. Greens will be sprigged with TifEagle Bermuda grass and putting surfaces restored to their original size, allowing for additional pin placements and improved approach shot receptivity. “The leadership team at Sea Pines Country Club is fully committed to providing its members a world-class golf experience,” says Smith. “The 2021 upgrades will enhance the course agronomically while further elevating shot values and strategy. I’m honored to work with this amazing club to help them create a golf course and practice facility that will be maintained at the highest level.”
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CLUB SELECTION Sea Pines Country Club is a private, member-owned club within the gates of the famed 5,000-acre Sea Pines community on storied Hilton Head Island. The Club Course, updated in 2001 by Johnston, is an eminently playable, 6383-yard Lowcountry gem routed through Spanish Moss-draped live oaks and towering Carolina pines. Its subtle doglegs and canopied corridors lead to beguiling green complexes flanked by languid lagoons and coastal landscapes. In addition to golf, members relish the club’s expansive outdoor deck overlooking one of the island’s largest tidal marshes. Here, they soak up the South Carolina sun while cooling off in the waters of the 24-meter lap pool as children play in the fountains of the kids’ splash pool just a few feet away. A wide selection of food and beverage options ranging from smoothies, salads and sandwiches to pizzas, wraps and burgers are available poolside via the Café. The club’s completely reimagined clubhouse is highlighted by contemporary, casual dining at the Blue Heron Pub & Grille and a 7,300-square-foot fitness center with leading cardio and strength training equipment, classrooms, infrared saunas and indoor saline lap pool. Members enjoy an array of amenities and activities, including tennis, pickleball, bocce and numerous social clubs. To learn more about Sea Pines Country Club, visit www.seapinescountryclub.com.
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SWEETSTUFF Ecco S-Three Shoe
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cco has stretched the boundaries of golf shoe design once again with its new S-Three hybrid model that features an innovative midsole technology that provides added support and comfort during the swing and while walking. Creating the proper balance between cushioning softness and support is not an easy task for any shoe manufacturer, but the crew at Ecco found the secret with its Zonal Fluidform™ technology by building a molded midsole with three distinct zones of softness for comfort while maintaining stability in the proper section of the sole. As a hybrid shoe this is a great choice to be worn on or off course, but the 100 traction bars and 800 traction angles provide incredible gripping power that feels like a cleated shoe. This wellmade shoe keeps you firmly planted to the turf. This Ecco Dynamic Traction System™ outsole gives great support for the Nappa leather uppers that are processed in Ecco’s tanneries and include Gore-Tex technology that is guaranteed 100% waterproof. A double layer of neoprene in the collar and heel provides increased padding for additional wearing comfort throughout the swing, while the Fluidform Direct Comfort Technology creates an integral, flexible and durable bond without the compromises common with conventionally stitched and/or glued assemblies. This one-piece technology that is created without glue or stitching helps promote flexibility, durability and a lightweight feel. “This breakthrough midsole technology gives the S-THREE some of the best performance features on the market, without sacrificing comfort or style,” noted Jesper Thuen, General Manager, Ecco Golf USA. “It is just the latest in a long line of innovations that have made Ecco Golf one of the most trusted brands in golf footwear.” The unique feature of this shoe is the Zonal Fluidform Technology that has been applied to the polyurethane midsole and the three distinct zones. Starting at the heel, zone one is engineered for medium softness and comfort; zone two is designed for stability and lateral support in the midsole and is more rigid, while zone three has the highest level of softness in the toe area for walking comfort. Due to the advanced multi-section injection process, the midsole of every pair of S-Three shoes will have unique color transitions between the different sections, giving each pair of shoes a distinctive look. Ecco, which was founded in Denmark in 1963, is a familyowned business and built its reputation by using quality leathers and designing for a great fit. Their products are sold in 88 countries around the world at more than 14,000 sales locations. For more information, visit the Ecco website at: www.eccousa.com
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Pro Compression Socks
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aking care of one’s feet during a round of golf can be one of the most important things that a player does to play better and make the experience more enjoyable. Compression socks have become one of the most popular methods to make the journey around a golf course more comfortable, and a USA-based company called Pro Compression has introduced a wide-assortment of technically advanced socks into the golf arena. The company has developed a graduated compression design that improves circulation, helps prevent leg fatigue and is made of a medical-grade fabric that provides firm pressure throughout the sock without sagging. These light and meticulously crafted socks are easier on and off than many brands, yet provide a cool, comfortable fit in any shoe—on or off the course. They help combat muscle soreness and fatigue in the feet and legs and come in a wide assortment of styles and fashionable colors. The Pro Compression socks are made using a proprietary blend of nylon and poly materials--and the true graduated compression strength decreases as the distance to the heart decreases, making these one of the most comfortable around. In a compression sock, for example, you will find less compression at the top of the sock than at the toe. In a pair of compression tights, there will be less compression around the waist than around the ankles. This forces the blood to move upward where there is more space. So, while gravity is pulling blood down, compression is
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pushing blood up. This perfect pairing is where the magic of compression happens. By applying the right pressure in the right places, compression socks help increase blood flow. When you increase the blood flow, broken down soft tissue can repair itself more quickly. Put simply, compression helps your body move through its natural recovery process faster, so you feel better sooner. In addition to the moister-wicking fabric and advance toe cushioning, the Pro Compression socks come in a wide assortment of creative styles, and cuttingedge colors. From ankle socks to over the calf and mid-calf socks—even knee high-Pro Compression has many styles for both men and women. The company also makes products for not only golfers, but runners, nurses, travelers, endurance racers and others. More information about Pro Compression socks is available at: www.procompression. com
Anim CBD
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ver since CBD products began to hit the marketplace in 2019, the number of products aimed at the golf community and the millions of recreational athletes that enjoy the game has expanded wildly. While most manufacturers have a product or two that they sell, Asheville Botanicals in Asheville, North Carolina, have developed the Anim line of full spectrum hemp products that include a number of specialized CBD tinctures, gels and salves to handle a variety of uses and situations. The company appears to have taken a detailed scientific approach to its production and has formulated CBD blends that lend themselves to specific situations, such as before and after a round of golf—even a special blend to help relax
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and promote a good night’s sleep. Organically grown and processed in clean rooms under FDA standards and rigorously tested, Asheville Botanicals has taken great care to assure the quality and efficacy of their products—with a new target of the golfing public. Two of the tincture drops are even named with golf terms--the Anim Swing for post-round relief is designed to counter the effects of repetitive motion—like the golf swing. The Anim Fairway CBD is formulated to be taken before a round to help promote calmness and relaxation— and takes the edge off. The Anim Sports Relief Gel is also beneficial as a pre-round application to rub into your back or legs to help with soreness and inflammation in a targeted area. These products are noticeably effective—especially in reducing the recovery time after a round or even a good workout--and eliminating much of the soreness. In addition to these golf-specific products—several other mixtures in the Anim CBD line can also offer everything from pain relief to helping with rest. The Dream CBD mixture helps promote sleep, while the Balance tincture nurtures mental and emotional steadiness. The Relief formula is for general pain and inflammation while the Restore formula is for chronic and severe pain. They even have a specially crafted CBD for seniors to help with stress and pain mitigation—it is called Tension. In addition to these, Asheville Botanicals has many other products in the wellness category, including a new moisturizing hand sanitizer imbued with Aloe Vera gel and Vitamin E. For more information, visit the company website at: https://ashevillebotanicals. com
SLO Brew, the San Luis Obispo brewery that has been marketing the craft beers and has added a sweet Mango and Tropical P.O.G. (passion fruit, orange guava) to the already popular Blood Orange that was first introduced in 2017. These unique California Hefeweizen are infused with real fresh fruit and are available at craft beer outlets and major retailers across the country—a great addition to the cart cooler or just enjoying after the round. The crew at SLO set off on a mission to can sunshine by brewing the ultimate infused wheat beer for an endless summer. Most so-called “fruit beers” (and hard seltzers) are made with extracts and artificial flavorings, but Cali-Squeeze breaks the mold by layering real fruit puree on a soft Hefeweizen base. Its natural, vibrant color and bursts of refreshing flavor will surprise and delight non-beer drinkers and connoisseurs alike. The classic Blood Orange Cali-Squeeze offers a nice sweet fruity taste—not too tart—and is very refreshing. The Mango Cali-Squeeze offers big fruit flavor with a tropical tang that is perfect for the 19th hole. The Tropical P.O.G. reminds one of the islands, and its fruity taste goes down equally as well. SLO Brew has a 30+ year history as a California brewpub and is the longeststanding brewery in the central coast region, winning numerous awards, including Brew Pub of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival. For more information, visit the company websites at: slobrew.com or calisqueezebeer.com
Cali-Squeeze Beer
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hether you are playing at your home course or on a vacation golf excursion—a refreshing beer always seems to make things better. Now, nationwide, one of the older craft-breweries in the central part of California has hit the market with its tasteful fruit-flavored CaliSqueeze lineup of craft beers that are not only very tasteful, but refreshing and smooth.
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