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f you’ve ever golfed, you’ve probably had one of “those days” — bad weather, slow golfers ahead of you on the course, the sun setting too soon, or maybe it’s just a day when you want to hit a few shots but don’t feel like walking the course. PrairieView Golf Club in Byron can help: It has a place where you can have fun golfing year-round in a relaxed environment, in practically any kind of weather, day or night, all STORY while enjoying food and drinks with friends. TEED UP BY PrairieFire Golf and Grill opened at the golf course ER CODY CUTT last June and has become a hit with golfers and EY LL SAUK VA non-golfers alike, thanks in large part to its eight heated MEDIA hitting bays equipped with Toptracer Range technology. The hitting bays allow golfers to send their shots flying in several game modes on virtual courses. Cameras track and trace the ball as it’s hit out on the driving range. Prior to PrairieFire opening, a person would have had to travel more than 50 miles to find that kind of game play. Now, it’s just a chip shot to northeast Ogle County.
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PrairieFire General Manager Scott deOliveira said the recently installed high-tech driving bays have been a hit with customers. “It’s a place where golfers and non-golfers alike can come in and enjoy,” he said. “There’s a lot of different things in there that are fun for serious golfers as well as non-golfers and inexperienced golfers.”
CONTINUED from page 5 PrairieFire General Manager Scott deOliveira said the sheltered driving bays don’t just fit experienced golfers to a tee; others love it, too. Some like keeping their skills sharp while others simply enjoy the entertainment aspect of it. Swing a club, smack a ball, and enjoy simulations ranging from long-drive contests, virtual courses, target games, and more; and you can play against other golfers at PrairieFire or others around the world. “It’s a place where golfers and non-golfers alike can come in and enjoy,” deOliveira said. “It’s a virtual golf experience with eight different game modes. There’s a lot of different things in there that are fun for serious golfers as well as non-golfers and inexperienced golfers.” About 75% of people who come are not golfers for the most part, said Todd Tucker, Byron Forest Preserve’s executive director. Hitting bays are rented by the hour, even late at night. Each of the colored targets illuminate and blink when a ball lands on it. The system tracks the balls coming out of the bays with two cameras, one on each side that triangulate, and it tracks everything from a ball’s path, speed, spin, apex, curve, carry, total distance and more. Statistics are shown on a computer screen at each bay; the displays look similar to how televised golf programs break down shots from professionals, with graphics and statistics.
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Golfers and guests can watch the action from the indoor viewing areas right off of the driving bays at PrairieFire, or they can grab a seat outside to keep an eye on the action. Customers can also grab a drink or a bite to eat, and watch players’ progress on screens. Alex T. Paschal/ apaschal@shawmedia.com
CONTINUED from page 8 Toptracer also has a kids game, Go Fish, where sea creatures can be captured by swinging shots to targets on a screen. The game can be played individually or in teams of four golfers. Even if it’s too cold out, each bay has overhead heaters and fans as well as fire pits. Each bay also has indoor lounge areas that allow for year-round comfort for guests and groups. “When you walk in, it’s cozy and its comfortable,” deOliveira said. “If you like golf, but you don’t have that 4 hours to commit to on a Saturday or a Sunday — as busy as people’s lives are these days, to be able to come here for 1 or 2 hours, they can still have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. No matter your skill level, you can still get some swings in.” The vision and concept for PrairieFire originated from former general manager and superintendent Matt Henkel, who saw something similar in British Columbia. Henkel and Tucker visited the facility to learn more about it and bring some of its concepts to the Rock River Valley.
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CONTINUED from page 9 “The whole concept was based on a need to develop a year-round revenue stream at a golf course in northern Illinois,” deOliveira said. “There was a problem, and we found a solution. The problem was that golf is an expensive sport. To maintain a golf course, it’s expensive. There is a lot that goes into it operationally. “When you only have select months out of the year to operate, it makes it pretty difficult. The idea behind it was to provide an activity that can generate year-round revenue.” Opening during the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, PrairieFire’s bays had their social distancing limitations when only four people were allowed per bay and indoor seating was prohibited. With restrictions easing up lately, eight people are allowed per bay and limited indoor seating is allowed. Tucker and deOliveira are eager to see just how successful this can be in a typical-year setting. “We had a rough February because of the bitterly cold temps, but January and December we averaged higher numbers than we had during the summer,” Tucker said. “I’ll really love to see TEE TIME what this place does as more people know about the facility, Covid goes away, and we have a full PrairieFire Golf & Grill and PrairieView Golf Club 6734 N. German Church Road, Byron year of business.” HOURS: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through “You can come here for an hour or 2 and not Thursday 9 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday spend 4 or 5 hours on the course,” he added, (minors must be accompanied by parent or “plus it’s more interactive with your friends guardian after 10 p.m.) because on the course you’re more spread out, it’s TEE TIMES for PrairieView Golf Club’s golf a little more quiet, and you have to have some course are from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. Go to etiquette. Here, you’re playing music and drinkprairieviewgolf.com for more information. Go to prairiefiregolf.com or call 815-234-4653 to ing a beer.” reserve a tee time at one of Prairie Fire’s bays, Beginners like to take advantage of the games or for more information. that Toptracer offers. Serious golfers tend to gravitate toward playing on the virtual courses, which involves more skill. Wish you could link up at esteemed courses such as Pebble Beach, St. Andrew’s or Beth page Black? Come to Byron and make that happen. While playing, golfers also can enjoy a full bar and grill menu just a few feet away from each bay with shareable foods, sliders, loaded fries, and 10 beers on tap. Reservations can be made online or by phone and are opened up 14 days in advance. Golfers can bring in own clubs, or rent them for a session. Leagues are even played at the bays during the week. Group outings can be arranged there, too. Tucker said that he can see the bays being the future of golf for the northern half of the United States, and they’ll be popping up all over the place before one knows it. The Toptracer system also has an app where users can log their shot data and compare it with other users throughout the world. “PrairieFire is a great place to spend an afternoon or evening with friends and family,” deOliveira said. 12
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Holes Par MC P SP PS DR PG
BOONE COUNTY Beaver Creek Golf Course 19619 LeRoy Center Road, Capron 815-569-2427, beavercreekgolfil.com
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Newburg Village Golf Club 253 Clubhouse Drive, Cherry Valley 815-332-9002, newburgvillage.net
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Swanhills Golf Course 2600 Gustafson Road, Belvidere 815-547-3232, swanhillsgolfcourse.com
18 71
Timber Pointe Golf Club 5750 Woodstock Road, Poplar Grove 815-544-1935, golfthepointe.com
18 72
BUREAU COUNTY Green River Golf Course 15212 state Route 92, Walnut 815-379-2227
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Chapel Hill Golf Course 12927 state Route 26, Princeton 815-879-6531, chapelhillprinceton.com
18 72
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STERLING — Jake Brooks has experienced plenty of sleepless nights since taking over as the Superintendent of Emerald Hill in 2012. It comes with the territory when tasked with the responsibility of keeping the grounds in pristine condition. “I’ll be sitting at home wondering if the irrigation system is running properly,” Brooks said. “The other night I was out here for a couple hours just watching it run. If I don’t, I won’t be able to sleep.” Emerald Hill is Brooks’ fifth course. The 36-year-old Freeport native has worked on a golf course for as long as he can remember. At the age of 16, he got his first taste of the industry working in the Pro Shop 16
and on the grounds for a pair of courses in Freeport. Following a successful high school golf career, Brooks attended Kishwaukee College on a full-ride golf scholarship. He received his associate degree in Turf Management, and landed his first assistant superintendent gig at Elcona Country Club in Bristol, Indiana. Elcona is one of Indiana’s premiere private courses, and it’s where Brooks truly learned the business. “I had worked on a course my whole life, but nothing quite like that. I learned a lot through that experience at a top private club,” Brooks said. Sauk Valley Media
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In 2008, the economy crashed and Brooks was laid off. He found his next assistant superintendent job at Blackthorn Golf Club in South Bend, Indiana. Blackthorn is one of Indiana’s top public courses. He credits Elcona and Blackthorn with making him the Superintendent he is today. He learned from the best, and in 2012 he brought that experience back home to Emerald Hill. Brooks typically employs a staff of 10 part-time seasonal employees at Emerald Hill, and has one full-time mechanic on staff year-round. The majority of his seasonal staff returns year after year, which plays a huge roll in the success of the course. “To keep part-time, seasonal staff around for that long says a lot to me,” Brooks said. “If I had turnover all the time, this course wouldn’t be what it is.” “These guys know what to do, and I don’t have to worry about it. That’s one reason the stripes we mow look so nice. These guys have been here forever, and they’re really good at it. I’m very fortunate to have them.” Trust in his staff allows Brooks to focus his time on implementing top-tier course management tactics. Brooks draws upon his experiences in Indiana to set Emerald Hill apart from the competition. During the heat of the summer, he spends two to three days per week treating the course with fertilizers and fungicides. During the months of June through August, an entire fairway can be lost overnight if not properly cared for. He keeps a regimented treatment schedule, which 17
includes taking environmental conditions into consideration. “Most golf course superintendents try to be as environmentally friendly as possible,” Brooks said. “I try to do everything the right way. I don’t treat the course when it’s windy or ahead of a big rain.” Hand watering is another strategy Brooks has implemented to set Emerald Hill apart. The course has a state-of-the-art irrigation system, but Brooks and his staff go the extra mile by hand watering certain areas, such as ridges, that tend to dry out quicker. Hand watering keeps the water distribution consistent and avoids over-saturating the ground with the irrigation system. During his time at Elcona Country Club, Brooks was introduced to the idea of rolling the greens. He isn’t aware of any other courses in the Sauk Valley area who implement this tactic. Rollers are used on the greens at Emerald Hill three to four times per week to keep them smooth and fast. Brooks says it is an absolute game changer for the course. Brooks and his staff take great pride in the work they do, and dedicate themselves to providing the best golf in the area. Their commitment to excellence is reflected throughout the grounds. “You’re playing a high-end public course for low prices,” Brooks said. “You just can’t beat the price.” “If you put this course in Chicago, you’d get $80 a round for it. Our community has a really nice course that they can play for $20 to $30. You can’t beat that.”
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BUREAU COUNTY (cont’d) Hidden Lake Golf Club 12985 645 East St., Sheffield 815-454-2660
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Indian Hills Golf Club 9468 1725 East St., Tiskilwa 815-646-4856
9 35
Mendota Golf Club 35666 U.S. Route 34 W., Mendota 815-538-7241, mendotagolfclub.com
18 70
Spring Creek Golf Course 286 Spring Creek Drive, Spring Valley 815-894-2137, springcreek-golfcourse.com
18 72
Wyaton Hills Golf Course 17879 1500 North Ave., Princeton 815-872-2641
9 36
CARROLL COUNTY Lake Carroll Golf Course 2911 Ironwood Blvd., Lanark 815-493-2808, golflakecarroll.com
18 72
Palisades Golf Course 18280 state Route 84, Savanna 815-273-2141, palisadesgolfcourse.com
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Sandburr Run 5020 state Route 84, Thomson 815-902-6063, thesandburr.com
9 36
DEKALB COUNTY Buena Vista Golf Course 131 Buena Vista Drive, DeKalb 815-758-4812, golfdekalb.com
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Edgebrook Golf Club 2100 Suydam Road, Sandwich 815-786-3058, edgebrookgolfclub.com
18 72
Indian Oaks Country Club 603 E. Preserve Road, Shabbona 815-824-2282, indianoaks.net
9 36
Kishwaukee Country Club 1901 Sycamore Road, DeKalb 815-758-6848, kishwaukeecc.org
18 70
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DEKALB COUNTY (cont’d) Prairie Pines Golf Course 6236 state Route 38, DeKalb
9 34
815-758-5249, prairiepinesgolf.com River Heights Golf Course 1020 Sharon Drive, DeKalb, 815-758-1550
18 72
golfdekalb.com Sycamore Golf Club 940 E. State St., Sycamore
18 71
815-895-3884, sycamoreparkgolf.com
HENRY COUNTY Baker Park Golf Course 1095 Cambridge Road, Kewanee
18 71
309-852-2872, kewaneeparkdistrict.org/golf Country View Golf Course 8284 N. 2300 Ave., Colona
9 35
309-441-5272, countryviewgolfcourse.net Geneseo Country Club 22393 Grange Road, Geneseo
9 35
309-944-3666, geneseocountryclub.com Kewanee Dunes Golf Club 3536 Midland Road, Kewanee
18 72
309-852-4508, kewaneedunes.com Sugar Maple Golf Club 19283 E. 1600 St., Geneseo
18 72
309-944-5418, sugarmaplegolfclub.com
JO DAVIESS COUNTY Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course 14A200 E. Apple Canyon Road, Apple River
9 36
815-492-2477, applecanyonlake.org Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa 444 E. Eagle Ridge Drive, Galena 815-777-5000, 800-892-2269, eagleridge.com Galena Golf Club 11557 U.S. West Highway 20, Galena
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815-777-3599, galenagolfclub.org KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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JO DAVIESS COUNTY (cont’d) Lacoma Golf Club 8080 Timmerman Drive, East Dubuque 815-747-3874, lacomagolf.com
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Woodbine Bend Golf Course 3500 E. Center Road, Stockton 815-858-3939, woodbinebend.com
18 72
LASALLE COUNTY Anderson Fields Golf Course 1901 N. Bloomington St., Streator 815-672-3702 streatorfire.org/anderson-fields.php
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Dayton Ridge Golf Club 3076 E. 18th Road, Ottawa 815-434-0145 Earlville Country Club 400 Oak St., Earlville, 815-246-9329
9 36
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Pine Hills Golf Club 1665 N. 2501 Road, Ottawa 815-434-3985, ottawapinehillsgolfclub.com
9 35
Prairie Lakes Country Club & Inn 2550 N. 32nd Road, Marseilles 815-795-5107
9 37
Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Course 658 E. U.S. Highway 6, LaSalle 815-667-4239, deerparkgc.com
18 72
Senica’s Deer Park Golf Club 100 Deer Park Lane, Oglesby 815-667-4230, senicagolf.com
18 71
The Eastwood 2000 Eastwood Ave., Streator 815-673-5553, eastwoodtwincreeks.com
9 36
LEE COUNTY Lost Nation Golf Club 6931 S. Lost Nation Road, Dixon 815-652-4212, lostnationgolf.com
18 71
KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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LEE COUNTY (cont’d) Miller Golf Complex 1010 Washington Ave., Dixon
815-284-3306, dixonparkdistrict.com/sports/golf/ Shady Oaks Country Club 577 U.S. Highway 52, Sublette
18 71
815-849-5424, shadyoakscc.com Timber Creek Golf Course 729 Timber Creek Road, Dixon 815-288-5110
18 75
MERCER COUNTY Fyre Lake Golf Club 1057 Fairway Lane, Sherrard
18 70
309-749-9044, fyrelakegolf.com Oak View Country Club 1607 SW. Third Ave., Aledo
9 33
309-582-7916, oakviewcountryclub.com
OGLE COUNTY Fairways Golf Course 533 S. Seventh St., Rochelle
18 66
815-562-6666, fairwaysgolfcourse.com Prairie View Golf Club 6734 N. German Church Road, Byron
18 72
815-234-4653, prairieviewgolf.com Silver Ridge Golf Course 3069 N. Hill Road, Oregon
18 72
815-734-4440, silverridgegolf.com Sunset Golf Course 216 Sunset Hill, Mount Morris
18 72
815-734-4839, sunsetgolfmm.com
ROCK ISLAND COUNTY Byron Hills Golf Course 23316 94th Ave. N., Port Byron
18 71
309-523-2664, byronhills.com KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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ROCK ISLAND COUNTY (cont’d) Golfmohr Golf Club 16724 Hubbard Road, East Moline 309-496-2434, golfmohr.com Highland Springs Golf Course 9500 35th St. W., Rock Island 309-732-7277 rigov.org/295/Highland-Springs-Course Saukie Golf Course 3101 38th St., Rock Island 309-732-2278 rigov.org/294/Saukie-Golf-Course
18 72
18 72
18 66
Indian Bluff Golf Course 6200 78th Ave., Milan 309-799-3868, indianbluffgolfcourse.com
18 70
Lake Calhoun Country Club 2628 Golf Road, LaFayette 309-995-3343, lakecalhouncountryclub.com
9 36
Oakwood Country Club 1067 U.S. Highway 6, Coal Valley 309-799-3153, oakwoodgolf.org
18 71
Pinnacle Country Club 11928 Knoxville Road, Milan 309-787-5446, pinnaclecountryclub.com
18 72
Short Hills Country Club 2500 11th St., East Moline 309-755-1044, 309-755-0618 shorthillscc.com TPC Deere Run 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis 309-796-6000, tpc.com/deererun
18 72
18 71
STEPHENSON COUNTY Brush Creek Golf Course 2001 W. St. James Road, Orangeville 815-789-4042, brushcreekgolf.com
9 36
Coach’s Golf & Grill 621 W. Lena St., Lena 815-369-2222
9 35
The Freeport Club 1614 S. Park Blvd., Freeport 815-232-1165, freeportclub.com
18 70
KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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STEPHENSON COUNTY (cont’d) Park Hills Golf Course 3240 W. Stephenson St., Freeport
36 72
815-235-3611, parkhillsgolfcourse.com Wolf Hollow Golf Club 6546 N. Shippee Road, Lena
18 71
815-369-5513, wolfhollowgolf.net
WHITESIDE COUNTY Deer Valley Golf Club 3298 Hoover Road, Deer Grove
18 72
815-438-4653, dvforegolf.com Emerald Hill Golf Course 16802 Prairieville Road, Sterling
18 72
815-622-6204, emeraldhillgolf.com Fulton Country Club 20727 Cattail Road, Fulton
9 36
815-589-2440, fultonccgolf.com Lake Erie Country Club 900 Lakeside Drive, Erie
9 36
309-659-2250, lakeeriecountryclub.com Prophet Hills Country Club 4319 Bishop Road, Prophetstown
9 35
815-537-5226, prophethills.com Rock River GAP 3901 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls
18 70
815-625-2322, rrgap.com
WINNEBAGO COUNTY Aldeen Golf Club 1902 Reid Farm Road, Rockford
18 72
815-282-4653, aldeengolfclub.com Atwood Homestead Golf Course 8990 Old River Road, Rockford
18 72
815-623-2411, playthepreserves.com/atwood Forest Hills Country Club 5135 Forest Hills Road, Rockford
18 72
815-877-5733, fhcc1921.com KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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WINNEBAGO COUNTY (cont’d) Ingersoll Golf Course 101 Daisyfield Road, Rockford
18 71
815-987-8834 golfrockford.org/ingersoll-golf-course Ledges Golf Course 7111 McCurry Road, Roscoe
18 72
815-389-0979, playthepreserves.com/ledges Macktown Golf Course 2221 Freeport Road, Rockton
18 71
815-624-7410, playthepreserves.com/macktown The Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Club 5151 Guilford Road, Rockford
18 71
815-399-0711, 815-399-0682 mntscc.org/golf.aspx Red Barn Golf Course 12379 Wagon Wheel Road, Rockton
9 32
815-624-8037, 815-399-0682 redbarngolfcourse.com Rockford Country Club 2500 Oxford St., Rockford
18 71
815-968-9881, rockfordcc.com Sandy Hollow Golf Course 2670 Sandy Hollow Road, Rockford
18 71
815-987-8836, golfrockford.org/sandy-hollow-golf-course Sinnissippi Park Golf Course 2003 Arlington Ave., Rockford
9 37
815-987-8838 golfrockford.org/sinnissippi-golf-course
IOWA CLINTON COUNTY Springbrook Country Club 2122 17th Ave., DeWitt
18 70
563-659-3187, sbccgolf.club KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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CLINTON COUNTY (cont’d) Valley Oaks 3330 Harts Mill Road, Clinton
18 72
563-242-7032, valleyoaksgc.com
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SCOTT COUNTY Crow Valley Golf Club 4315 E. 60th St., Davenport 563-359-1676, crowvalleygolfclub.com
18 71
Davenport Country Club 25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley 563-332-4050, davenportcc.com
18 71
Duck Creek Golf Course 3000 E. Locust St., Davenport 563-326-7824
18 70
golfdavenport.com/duck-creek-golf-course Emeis Golf Course 4500 W. Central Park Ave., Davenport 563-326-7825 golfdavenport.com/emeis-golf-course Glynns Creek Golf Course 19251 290th St., Long Grove 563-328-3284, glynnscreek.com
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Hidden Hills Golf Course 4335 Indiana Ave., Bettendorf 563-332-5616, hiddenhills-golf.com
Palmer Hills Golf Course 2999 Middle Road, Bettendorf 563-332-8296, palmerhillsgolf.com
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Red Hawk Golf and Learning Center 6364 Northwest Blvd., Davenport 563-386-0348 golfdavenport.com/red-hawk-golf
Plus 4 bonus 70 holes
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Rustic Ridge Golf Course 1151 E. Iowa St., Eldridge 563-285-8119, golfrusticridge.com
9 36
Sunrise Golf Course 3947 Moencks Road, Bettendorf 563-332-6386
9 35
KEY: MC=Multiple courses n P=Private n SP=Semi-private n PS=Pro shop n DR=Driving range n PG=Putting green
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GOLFING
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Give back for a good cause!
The DeKalb Park District is excited to host the 15th Annual Kids Scholarship Golf Outing! All proceeds from the outing provide opportunities for families to participate in recreation programs and use facilities who would otherwise be unable to do so because of financial burdens. Play golf, donate, or become one of our sponsors! Registration Deadline: July 27
Golfing is next to nature with Golf DeKalb
Enjoy seasonal youth golf programs and themed golf outings like Golf Date Nights, Glow Golf, Independence Day Scramble, Club Championship, Spooktacular Scramble and much more!
Monday, August 2 Location: River Heights Golf Course
Lunch provided 11:00-11:45 am, Shotgun start at Noon Fee is $200 per foursome or $60 for individuals Includes golf, cart, lunch, two drink tickets, swag bag, and a great time!
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River Heights Golf Course 1020 Sharon Dr. | DeKalb | (815)758-1550
18 scenic holes along the Kishwaukee River! Two great courses foR golfers of all skill levels!
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GOLFDEKALB.COM Buena Vista Golf Course 131 Buena Vista Dr. | DeKalb | (815)758-4812
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GOLF WITH THE BEST!
2021 DAILY RATES SPRING SHOULDER SEASON: OPENING DAY – MAY 27 FALL SHOULDER SEASON: SEPTEMBER 7 - CLOSING DAY $ 20 -18 HOLES W/ HALF-CART | $15 - 9 HOLES W/ HALF-CART $ 15- 18 HOLES WALKING | $12 – 9 HOLES WALKING $ 12 – JUNIOR 9/18 HOLES WALKING $
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SUMMER SEASON WEEKDAYS: JUNE 1 – SEPTEMBER 2 23 – 18 HOLES W/ HALF-CART | $18 – 9 HOLES W/ HALF-CART $ 18 – 18 HOLES WALKING | $13 – 9 HOLES WALKING $ 12 – JUNIOR 9/18 HOLES WALKING SUMMER SEASON WEEKENDS: JUNE 5 – AUGUST 29 25 – 18 HOLES W/ HALF-CART | $20 – 9 HOLES W/ HALF-CART $ 22 – 18 HOLES WALKING | $17 – 9 HOLES WALKING $ 12 – JUNIOR 9/18 HOLES WALKING
HOLIDAY WEEKENDS: MAY 28 – 31 | JULY 2 – 5 | SEPT 3 – 6 $ 30 – 18 HOLES W/ HALF-CART | $25 – 9 HOLES W/ HALF-CART $ 27 – 18 HOLES WALKING | $23 – 9 HOLES WALKING $ 15 – JUNIOR 9/18 HOLES WALKING
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