Some Things Wisconsin Golf

[zer0]

Alright guys, need some help. Planning my golf trip and just found out Washington County and Brown Deer are about unavailable on 8/9, the day my buddies fly in to Milwaukee.

 

 

So we need another course. Plane lands at 12:15. Ideally, something that is somewhat on the way to Green Lake since that is our home base. But, that said, we don't mind driving a bit out of the way if need be. 2 years ago we played the Bull on the same fly in day and that's definitely out of the way from Green Lake.

 

 

 

Any suggestions? What about that one course with the long indian sounding name that's supposed to be a hidden gem?

[jerebear21]

I was recently persuaded to stay at sand valley for two days.

 

Did you cut something else in the process?

 

Seems odd to stay at SV for 2 days when they only have 1 course fully open.

 

I'm going to cut out Erin Hills and Play Sand Valley for 2 days and Lawesonia Links the 3rd day. Both course are officially opened and the temp greens should be gone by then.

[chrisisoutrunning]

I was recently persuaded to stay at sand valley for two days.

 

Did you cut something else in the process?

 

Seems odd to stay at SV for 2 days when they only have 1 course fully open.

 

Not sure what you mean by this. There are technically three courses open if you include The Sandbox. Even if you don't, both SV and MD are open. And then, if you don't include SV due to the temporary greens, he didn't mention anything about when he's going. So by the time he gets there, everything could be normal at SV.

 

Edit: I forgot he mentioned September in an earlier post. Everything will be fine by then, which makes you post even more odd. (You're super knowledgeable about WI golf, which is why I'm confused by your statement.)

[zer0]

I was recently persuaded to stay at sand valley for two days.

 

Did you cut something else in the process?

 

Seems odd to stay at SV for 2 days when they only have 1 course fully open.

 

Not sure what you mean by this. There are technically three courses open if you include The Sandbox. Even if you don't, both SV and MD are open. And then, if you don't include SV due to the temporary greens, he didn't mention anything about when he's going. So by the time he gets there, everything could be normal at SV.

 

Edit: I forgot he mentioned September in an earlier post. Everything will be fine by then, which makes you post even more odd. (You're super knowledgeable about WI golf, which is why I'm confused by your statement.)

 

 

I was told when I called a few weeks ago that there would still be temp greens at SV in mid August and possibly into September. I don't count the par 3 as a golf course, just an extra attraction at the resort. Therefore, I would only say that one of the two courses (MD) is fully open. And from what we've heard, MD has slow greens. That's why it seemed odd to me to spend a couple days there, especially given the ample high level alternatives. Personally, I'm holding off on taking the trip to SV until it's up and running at 100%. If I'm gonna spend that kind of money on golf I want it see the place at it's best.

 

Not sure why you found my post odd. You even stated in your post that people might not include the Sandbox since it's a par 3 which only leaves 2 courses, one of which has temp greens right now. Hence, only one fully functioning golf course on the site as of today.

[exgolfpro]

The greens at Mammoth Dunes were not slow 2 weeks ago. They were every bit as fast as Whistling Straits and faster than The Bull at Pinehurst Farm.

[chrisisoutrunning]

Per the SV Temp Greens thread, all real greens were open this past Saturday.

[ode1]

What way are you planning on going? 41 to 23 and over?

 

Trying to rack my brain......check out the other Milwaukee threads for ideas. Played Lawsonia then Wild Rock yesterday....great great day of golf. Today we played Old Hickory in Beaver Dam....really liked it, very much an old school, tree lined course with doglegs and smallish greens. Greens were in marvelous shape and they were rolling them, so pretty quick. In good shape, but I would not bring a bunch of buddies to play it who expect top end golf.

 

Then we wanted to play Wash Co. but they were booked up to Jr. League....we went to Broadlands which is in North Prairie. Fairly wide open, links style, some really nice elevation change, with big greens that are easy to read. In pretty good condition. Glad I played both courses today......will be annual courses to play when in the area.

 

Re, really long Indian sounding name, lol, Nagawaukee? Quic qui oc? Mascoutin?

[jerebear21]

had to switch my flights arriving wednesday morning at 9am

 

Wednesday - Erin Hills (18) 1:26pm

Thursday - Lawsonia Links (36)

Friday - Sand Valley/Mammoth Dunes (36)

 

Part of me want to go to sand valley and stay there on thursday and friday. I had called whistling and for the month of september they required a minimum 2 night stay at the resort. But they will also allow public pay 2 weeks out. I could still switch erin hills for whistling strait.

[ode1]

had to switch my flights arriving wednesday morning at 9am

 

Wednesday - Erin Hills (18) 1:26pm

Thursday - Lawsonia Links (36)

Friday - Sand Valley/Mammoth Dunes (36)

 

Part of me want to go to sand valley and stay there on thursday and friday. I had called whistling and for the month of september they required a minimum 2 night stay at the resort. But they will also allow public pay 2 weeks out. I could still switch erin hills for whistling strait.

 

Kick-a** lineup...I've played LL many times and love it....look fwd to your thoughts on LL and the others as well as how you think LL stacks up!

[zer0]

Is the Bog worth playing? Need a course to play Thursday afternoon when my buddies fly in. We usually hit up Washington County, but they have an outing. Tried Brown Deer but they have the Symetra Tour.

 

 

I feel like I've seen more negative than positive about the Bog on here over the years. Is it decent enough to play as the warm up course for the weekend? We often do a 27 hole 2 man scramble type format the first day unless the course is really really nice in which case we will play our own ball.

[collje26]

Is the Bog worth playing? Need a course to play Thursday afternoon when my buddies fly in. We usually hit up Washington County, but they have an outing. Tried Brown Deer but they have the Symetra Tour.

 

 

I feel like I've seen more negative than positive about the Bog on here over the years. Is it decent enough to play as the warm up course for the weekend? We often do a 27 hole 2 man scramble type format the first day unless the course is really really nice in which case we will play our own ball.

 

The bog is a decent track. Another track I would push would be Fire Ridge. Pretty solid track as well. I played in the State Am when it was held at The Bog and it was very challenging. Some interesting holes to say the least. Fire Ridge is much more straight forward.

[BG5]

Looking for some info on Sand Valley, How are the greens rolling and are the courses in great shape or just soso?

[Sfarrenkopf]

Looking for some info on Sand Valley, How are the greens rolling and are the courses in great shape or just soso?

 

Went up to Sand Valley and played Mammoth Dunes on 7/27. Phenomenal course, experience, facilities and atmosphere. Entire resort is open and fully functioning (including all Sand Valley greens). Got one of the Junior caddies, he was great. He looped an early morning round so he had the course layout locked down that day. Greens roll true with good pace. They are not tour speeds, as they obviously are young with no reason to stress them too much. With the contouring on these greens though, I wonder how much quicker they'll actually make them. Extremely fun course to play, so many options to make creative, fun shots. Stay out of the sand though - the dense natural sand definitely plays as a hazard. Could not have been a better day and have no regrets spending $300 on a two month old course.

[Phreddy]

If you are in the Milwaukee area this weekend (8/11-12) and would like to see some really good live golf, the Symetra Tour is playing at Brown Deer. No crowds, no charge, great weather and some ladies who can really bring it.

[geochitown]

Will be in Sheboygan area next weekend with time only for a quick nine

 

I plan on playing Quit Qi Oc’s glacial nine

 

Has anyone played it?

 

Will Be staying in Kiel, so it’s only 5-6 miles from the course

[renzi11]

I've played the Glacial Nine a few times. Not too bad, though if you walk it's quite a trek between holes 1 and 2 (more than 1/4 of a mile) so you may want to go with a cart.

[geochitown]

Cool. Yeah, that looks like a long walk from 1-2

 

I’m looking forward to it

 

Looks like a fun little course with some nice elevation changes

 

I’ll be playing early Sunday afternoon

 

 

 

[collje26]

Playing Timber Ridge tomorrow and trying to follow it up with a round at St. Germain on Sunday. I’ve only played Timber Ridge from the whites and will be playing it all the way back so I’m curious to see how much more difficult it will play.

[jerebear21]

guys, is whistling strait seriously a 5.5 hour round? I called them to make a tee time. Yes yes I know but I figure while in ROME. =P

 

i might just have to change my flight and get in their tuesday night.

[klebs01]

It is. Tee times are spread out so it’s not as frustrating as it could be, but it’s slow, people like to take photos, lots of bunkers, etc.

[jerebear21]

It is. Tee times are spread out so it’s not as frustrating as it could be, but it’s slow, people like to take photos, lots of bunkers, etc.

 

thanks bud

 

I already changed my flight to tuesday night arrival an hour ago.

 

Wednesday - Lawsonia 7am, Erin Hills at 220pm

Thursday - Whistling at 7:50am (pending on how long it takes to finish I may be able to play the Irish course afterwards)

Friday - Sand Valley 730am, Mammoth at 1pm

[zer0]

It is. Tee times are spread out so it’s not as frustrating as it could be, but it’s slow, people like to take photos, lots of bunkers, etc.

 

thanks bud

 

I already changed my flight to tuesday night arrival an hour ago.

 

Wednesday - Lawsonia 7am, Erin Hills at 220pm

Thursday - Whistling at 7:50am (pending on how long it takes to finish I may be able to play the Irish course afterwards)

Friday - Sand Valley 730am, Mammoth at 1pm

 

Irish also a 5 hour round FYI. But like others have said, its not because you're waiting on shots so it's not annoying.

[jerebear21]

It is. Tee times are spread out so it’s not as frustrating as it could be, but it’s slow, people like to take photos, lots of bunkers, etc.

 

thanks bud

 

I already changed my flight to tuesday night arrival an hour ago.

 

Wednesday - Lawsonia 7am, Erin Hills at 220pm

Thursday - Whistling at 7:50am (pending on how long it takes to finish I may be able to play the Irish course afterwards)

Friday - Sand Valley 730am, Mammoth at 1pm

 

Irish also a 5 hour round FYI. But like others have said, its not because you're waiting on shots so it's not annoying.

 

yeah, i'm not there to take pictures... i might be annoyed.

[zer0]

It is. Tee times are spread out so it’s not as frustrating as it could be, but it’s slow, people like to take photos, lots of bunkers, etc.

 

thanks bud

 

I already changed my flight to tuesday night arrival an hour ago.

 

Wednesday - Lawsonia 7am, Erin Hills at 220pm

Thursday - Whistling at 7:50am (pending on how long it takes to finish I may be able to play the Irish course afterwards)

Friday - Sand Valley 730am, Mammoth at 1pm

 

Irish also a 5 hour round FYI. But like others have said, its not because you're waiting on shots so it's not annoying.

 

yeah, i'm not there to take pictures... i might be annoyed.

 

taking pictures is basically the whole point of playing the Straits.

[jerebear21]

haha! Come on, I bet there's something more than that. It can not possibly be that high ranked year after year for just being eye candy.

 

Turning out to be a quick bucket list trip if there ever was one. My wife is a very understanding woman.

[geochitown]

I played the Glacial Nine at Quit Qui Oc this past Sunday and really enjoyed it.

$21.50 for the greens fee and $8.50 for the cart

 

very reasonable, and the greens were in nice shape and I loved the elevation changes and the par 5's (2 and 7).

 

18 is a good challenge from the tips 435 with a diagonal water carry on the drive, which you can bite off as much as you want.

 

I only had time for 9 and I'm glad I chose the Glacial Nine.

 

On the westernmost holes (2,3 and 4), I could hear the cars racing over at Road America, pretty cool

[TitleistHOG]

Just moved my WS tee time to 10:50 so my buddy can join.

 

Considering playing Monday 10th. Where should I play as I will be staying at the Holiday Inn Riverfront

[geochitown]

Sounds like you need this thread

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/1682674-where-to-play-tuesday-morning-821-near-milwaukee/page__pid__17885124#entry17885124

 

And this one

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/1663462-milwaukee/page__pid__17661060#entry17661060

 

[TitleistHOG]

Just moved my WS tee time to 10:50 so my buddy can join.

 

Considering playing Monday 10th. Where should I play as I will be staying at the Holiday Inn Riverfront

 

Looks like some wind in the forecast Sunday 9/9 at EH.

[TitleistHOG]

On another note....I will be a single so what to do after Golf?

 

Where to eat?

 

Where to drink? Bourbon the choice.

 

Any good things to visit while there’s. Any top notch stores that sell bottles of bourbon?