Member Q&A at Pronghorn

Q&A WITH BRIAN HANSEN AT PRONGHORN RESORT

BRIAN AND KARA HANSEN LIVED IN SAN DIEGO FOR ALMOST 20 YEARS BEFORE MOVING TO CENTRAL OREGON. THEIR TWO-WEEK VACATION TO PRONGHORN ENDED UP LASTING OVER TWO MONTHS, AND THE COUPLE MOVED IN PERMANENTLY SHORTLY AFTER. When did you first become a resort member at Pronghorn?

My wife and I came up for a long weekend of golf back in 2012 and immediately fell in love with the feel of the resort. We visited the real estate office and ultimately made an offer on a home in the estates before we left that weekend. Obviously the two amazing golf courses heavily influenced our decision, but the majestic clubhouse, the friendly staff and the smell of the junipers all contributed.

What’s your favorite golf course at the resort?

I really prefer the Nicklaus course. It forces you to use every club in your bag and there are several risk/reward holes on the course that can really be a turning point in your round. My favorite hole is the 15th; an amazing par 5 that weaves through the lava fields to an elevated green with the snow capped cascades as a backdrop.

What is your favorite off-the-course activity to enjoy at Pronghorn?

We enjoy endless mountain biking, hiking, world class fishing in the rivers and lakes, floating the Deschutes, and when the weather turns, heading up to Mount Bachelor to enjoy one of the best ski resorts in North America.

After you've finished a round of golf, where do you like to grab a bite to eat?

During the summer when everyone is in town, getting together in the Ghost Tree Lounge after golf for a cold beer and the special of the night is magical. For me, the steak frites are just the right comfort food to top off the day.

What would your ideal day off look like, if the entire day had to be spent at Pronghorn?

It would start at the Trailhead Grill for a little French toast and eggs. Then I would head over to the Fazio short game practice area to work on my 90-yard approach shots, followed by a quick range session before heading out to play 18 with a couple of groups of friends. From there, a quick dip in the pool and then back to the house to rest up a bit, only to repeat again tomorrow.