The Big Game Or The Great Blue Heron
The evening before our big match with Dean and Ron (from SOCC) we fortified ourselves with a fine prime rib dinner and a liberal amount of lubrication. The day of the match dawned like all the rest; clear skies and warm temps. As with most games, the 1st tee negotiations determine the outcome. The same was true here or at least that's how the starter stated it. After enticing our opponents with a liberal number of stokes and a confusing bet the match started. Our plan worked to perfection. Back and forth until we went 2 down twice and met Uncle Auto along the way. Being three down at the turn wasn't exactly our plan, but not far off the script.
The back nine saw us make an unexpected recovery and win 5 bets to save the day. Needless to say our worthy opponents were dazed and confused. However, the real story is with the great blue heron. We all know Dean's phobia with birds (aka the rooster); well we now have another chapter for the book. While Dean was preparing to tee off a great blue heron walked right up on the tee about 10 feet from Dean. This so disrupted his concentration he proceeded to put his tee shot in the water 20 yards in front of the tee. And, he was so rattled he never really recovered the rest of the day. One only knows why he is so effected by birds, but I imagine the mere mention of fowl may now create a tailspin (no pun intended).
A quick word about the Arthur Hills Course at Palmetto Dunes. This is not one of his finer works. Too many gimmicks. While we may not be among the elite golfers we aren't complete chops either. Something is not right when you don't have any place to bail out. This happened way too many times. Ever hit your ball into a palm tree and have 2 come out? Well I can check that off my bucket list.
More later this week. Hope y'all are having fun up north.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Still Here
To paraphrase an old Jimmy Buffet line "weather is great wish you were to" or something like that. Still in the low 80's with high blue skies. Doesn't get much better. Golf is getting better. Big match today with Dean "Rolex" Stroh and some ringer from SOCC. Will be playing the Art Hills course at Palmetto Dunes. Supposed to be pretty good, but we'll report on that later.
Heard the weather cooled off after a couple of warm days. I imagine the rough has stated to really grow and most of you are wandering around looking for your balls like lost souls. Try to hit them straight and you won't have that problem.
Ron M got an email from a new member saying he heard about the JR/SRS and was really looking forward to the upcoming prime rib dinner sohe could meet us all. We really must check the accuracy of the new marketing material. I thought there were truth in advertising laws. But, on the bright side he indicated he has $5.00.
More later on the outcome of the big game today.
To paraphrase an old Jimmy Buffet line "weather is great wish you were to" or something like that. Still in the low 80's with high blue skies. Doesn't get much better. Golf is getting better. Big match today with Dean "Rolex" Stroh and some ringer from SOCC. Will be playing the Art Hills course at Palmetto Dunes. Supposed to be pretty good, but we'll report on that later.
Heard the weather cooled off after a couple of warm days. I imagine the rough has stated to really grow and most of you are wandering around looking for your balls like lost souls. Try to hit them straight and you won't have that problem.
Ron M got an email from a new member saying he heard about the JR/SRS and was really looking forward to the upcoming prime rib dinner sohe could meet us all. We really must check the accuracy of the new marketing material. I thought there were truth in advertising laws. But, on the bright side he indicated he has $5.00.
More later on the outcome of the big game today.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Greetings From Hilton Head
Well the weather is great, the company fun, and the golf is so so. You can't score very well finding 11 bunkers. Oh well, still had fun. No eagles or birdies from Ron this year. In fact ii took 17 holes before the 1st par. Will play a couple more times this week. At least once with Dean "Rolex" Stroh. He thinks being in S. C. will do wonders for his game. He's always the optimist.
Hope Golf O Rama was a success and everyone is planning on playing in The Men's Opening Day.
More later this week. Just a note on the impact of the economy. The area is not as busy as in previous years. No traffic and the golf courses are not busy. Even driving down here was a breeze. I-77 seemed almost empty, very few trucks on the road. Also seeing discounts for golf I haven't seen around here before. Maybe the swine flu has everyone staying home
Well the weather is great, the company fun, and the golf is so so. You can't score very well finding 11 bunkers. Oh well, still had fun. No eagles or birdies from Ron this year. In fact ii took 17 holes before the 1st par. Will play a couple more times this week. At least once with Dean "Rolex" Stroh. He thinks being in S. C. will do wonders for his game. He's always the optimist.
Hope Golf O Rama was a success and everyone is planning on playing in The Men's Opening Day.
More later this week. Just a note on the impact of the economy. The area is not as busy as in previous years. No traffic and the golf courses are not busy. Even driving down here was a breeze. I-77 seemed almost empty, very few trucks on the road. Also seeing discounts for golf I haven't seen around here before. Maybe the swine flu has everyone staying home
Friday, April 24, 2009
A Soggy Thursday
A group of 8 put their waders on and teed it up. Actually it was much drier than expected. Strong breezes coupled with warm temps is having the effect needed to dry the course out. Eric says that with what's coming it will only be great for playability. The rough is starting to grow in spots and we all know what that means.
Scores were better than normal. Playing the blue/white combo may be the reason. Skins were evenly distributed for a change. But these 22 handicaps still can't be relied on to play the way you expect. Second day in a row that Ron M. "Shanged" everyone on 18. This can't last and remember golf greed is a terrible thing. Even the new guy Tony A got in the act and may 4 for 3 on the 1st hole after saying he was a 20 something. He didn't tell us he was Ron's nephew before we agreed to give him 22 shots until he establishes his real handicap. Not to worry, he had beginners luck and quickly reverted to form.
Tommy Two Sweaters was noticeably absent and tried to convince me he was working. I really suspect his sweaters were in the wash and he thought he would be cold with only a windshirt.
See you guys in a week. Off to Hilton Head with Ron and Dean (and their better half's). Will probably have a remote report sometime during the week. Hit em straight and far.
PS - The shake of the day pot continues to grow. Only a couple of close calls.
A group of 8 put their waders on and teed it up. Actually it was much drier than expected. Strong breezes coupled with warm temps is having the effect needed to dry the course out. Eric says that with what's coming it will only be great for playability. The rough is starting to grow in spots and we all know what that means.
Scores were better than normal. Playing the blue/white combo may be the reason. Skins were evenly distributed for a change. But these 22 handicaps still can't be relied on to play the way you expect. Second day in a row that Ron M. "Shanged" everyone on 18. This can't last and remember golf greed is a terrible thing. Even the new guy Tony A got in the act and may 4 for 3 on the 1st hole after saying he was a 20 something. He didn't tell us he was Ron's nephew before we agreed to give him 22 shots until he establishes his real handicap. Not to worry, he had beginners luck and quickly reverted to form.
Tommy Two Sweaters was noticeably absent and tried to convince me he was working. I really suspect his sweaters were in the wash and he thought he would be cold with only a windshirt.
See you guys in a week. Off to Hilton Head with Ron and Dean (and their better half's). Will probably have a remote report sometime during the week. Hit em straight and far.
PS - The shake of the day pot continues to grow. Only a couple of close calls.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Finally
Finally on Saturday we got the weather we have been looking for since last Autumn. The golf wasn't bad until Dave Bishop and I collapsed on 18 and gave away our hard won earnings to underachievers. Never trust a 22 handicapper to do what they are supposed to d0.
If you will recall the news from last week there was an episode that involved Dean and a rooster
that resides on Simmons Rd. Well this week at the same location Dean duplicated his prior week feat. The only difference the rooster watched but didn't comment. After much discussion and analysis we believe the weight of Dean's Rolex is probably the cause of many of his swing problems. The exteme weight on left wrist has to throw off his setup and balance - thus causing him to block his drives onto Simmons Rd. We are not sure but we think the rooster is planning on going into the used ball business.
It was great have good weather and see the course so active. Bill Pollert says April rounds are well ahead of budget. We all know this won't last but let's keep our fingers crossed. The next few days have rain in the forecast but hope it isn't the heavy stuff we tend to get.
College golf note - I see the NCAA Championship is going to be held at Inverness this year ( end of May). Could be a good chance to see some of the future stars of the pro tour.
Finally on Saturday we got the weather we have been looking for since last Autumn. The golf wasn't bad until Dave Bishop and I collapsed on 18 and gave away our hard won earnings to underachievers. Never trust a 22 handicapper to do what they are supposed to d0.
If you will recall the news from last week there was an episode that involved Dean and a rooster
that resides on Simmons Rd. Well this week at the same location Dean duplicated his prior week feat. The only difference the rooster watched but didn't comment. After much discussion and analysis we believe the weight of Dean's Rolex is probably the cause of many of his swing problems. The exteme weight on left wrist has to throw off his setup and balance - thus causing him to block his drives onto Simmons Rd. We are not sure but we think the rooster is planning on going into the used ball business.
It was great have good weather and see the course so active. Bill Pollert says April rounds are well ahead of budget. We all know this won't last but let's keep our fingers crossed. The next few days have rain in the forecast but hope it isn't the heavy stuff we tend to get.
College golf note - I see the NCAA Championship is going to be held at Inverness this year ( end of May). Could be a good chance to see some of the future stars of the pro tour.
Friday, April 17, 2009
The Long and Short of It
The long of it was the course yesterday. The short of it was most of our shots. It is amazing what 2 to 3 inches of rain does to the length of BCC. Congrats to Tommy Two Sweaters for winning most of the skins on his birthday (even though he walked off without his money). It is funny what playing the blue-white combo, winter rules, and lift, clean and cheat does for his game.
Now the big news. Hi Ho Silver Mickel rolled five 5's and won $105!!!! Well there goes part of my gas money for Hilton Head. At least we all got a drink to celebrate. This has been a good week for the Mickel twosome - Jill was 2nd in the Master's pool for $200. Oh well, the rich get richer and the rest of us struggle on.
Ed Schultz found his way home and managed to come up with $5 on Thursday. Still has the same bogus handicap which he used to his advantage.
The weather looks good for the next few days. See you Saturday at 10 AM for more yucks.
The long of it was the course yesterday. The short of it was most of our shots. It is amazing what 2 to 3 inches of rain does to the length of BCC. Congrats to Tommy Two Sweaters for winning most of the skins on his birthday (even though he walked off without his money). It is funny what playing the blue-white combo, winter rules, and lift, clean and cheat does for his game.
Now the big news. Hi Ho Silver Mickel rolled five 5's and won $105!!!! Well there goes part of my gas money for Hilton Head. At least we all got a drink to celebrate. This has been a good week for the Mickel twosome - Jill was 2nd in the Master's pool for $200. Oh well, the rich get richer and the rest of us struggle on.
Ed Schultz found his way home and managed to come up with $5 on Thursday. Still has the same bogus handicap which he used to his advantage.
The weather looks good for the next few days. See you Saturday at 10 AM for more yucks.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
April Showers
The weather is pretty typical for the middle of April. The early part of this week we had about 2.5 inches of rain. No need to say anything about what that did to the course. Eric is day-to-day on carts. Thursday is possible so check with the pro shop.
Speaking of the pro shop - lots of new items. Check them out. And, remember Bill is very competitive when it comes to price on equipment. Let's make sure we support him. Also, he has a new shop assistant - Liz, a student at BGSU.
The Green Comm. meet on Wednesday and as always discussed a number of issues. The most important from our perspective was 2009 aerification program. Eric is going to modify the early season program and not do a deep coring and top dressing. Instead he will do a mini core, with sand, followed up with a deeper verticut. A couple reasons for the change. First, the soil temp. is below normal for this time of year and a deep coring would take too long to heal. He doesn't want to disrupt play any more than he has to. Second, the efforts of the past 2 years have shown real progress. The deep core will be done in the fall ( maybe twice). Third, plain and simple - budget issues, sand is expensive and we use a lot of it. Other items of interest included expanding the natural grass program, more use of the alternate tee on 8, and OB stakes on 5 and 6. The Comm. is also working on Founders Tourn. ideas. It expects to recommend several small but necessary projects around the course. If you have something in mind pass it along. But please no more asphalt!
Eric is doing a great job with limited resources and is committed to maintaining our course condition. We need to do everything we can to help him. Remember to fill your divots, fix your pitch marks and remind others who don't. We very fortunate to have such a well maintained course. Let's keep it that way.
The weather is pretty typical for the middle of April. The early part of this week we had about 2.5 inches of rain. No need to say anything about what that did to the course. Eric is day-to-day on carts. Thursday is possible so check with the pro shop.
Speaking of the pro shop - lots of new items. Check them out. And, remember Bill is very competitive when it comes to price on equipment. Let's make sure we support him. Also, he has a new shop assistant - Liz, a student at BGSU.
The Green Comm. meet on Wednesday and as always discussed a number of issues. The most important from our perspective was 2009 aerification program. Eric is going to modify the early season program and not do a deep coring and top dressing. Instead he will do a mini core, with sand, followed up with a deeper verticut. A couple reasons for the change. First, the soil temp. is below normal for this time of year and a deep coring would take too long to heal. He doesn't want to disrupt play any more than he has to. Second, the efforts of the past 2 years have shown real progress. The deep core will be done in the fall ( maybe twice). Third, plain and simple - budget issues, sand is expensive and we use a lot of it. Other items of interest included expanding the natural grass program, more use of the alternate tee on 8, and OB stakes on 5 and 6. The Comm. is also working on Founders Tourn. ideas. It expects to recommend several small but necessary projects around the course. If you have something in mind pass it along. But please no more asphalt!
Eric is doing a great job with limited resources and is committed to maintaining our course condition. We need to do everything we can to help him. Remember to fill your divots, fix your pitch marks and remind others who don't. We very fortunate to have such a well maintained course. Let's keep it that way.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Another Frigid Saturday
Masters Saturday was another ice box on the BCC links. Lots of sun but that cold NE wind. Scores were only slightly better than Thursday but the round was a lot more entertaining thanks to Dean. We may have a new term (at the minimum a new excuse). While on 3 tee the rooster crowed in Dean's back swing causing him to hit a partial Schwier. Now we all know that rooster crows constantly on Saturday morning and one should expect the distraction and learn to block it out. Dean however tried to convince us he should be given a do-over. As you might imagine there was a lot of sympathy from the rest of the group. However, we now have to consider whether cockadoodledoo is a valid term. If so, then we will have the Stroh Series to go along with the Silver Series. I am sure there will be ample discussion before we vote.
Weather for Tax Week looks mixed, but better towards Thursday. Hopefully some of will have $5.00 left after Wednesday. No serious contenders for the "Shake of the Day". The pot is now over $200.00 and waiting for a winner. We're overdue, so here's make sure you don't miss you next chance to contribute.
I need to add some new pictures to the blog. If anyone has one they want to share email it to me and I'll try to post it. Try to keep it golf related. This is a family blog.
One final note. You know you're getting older when you have on two sweaters, a turtle neck, and a wind shirt and the the juniors are wearing shorts on Saturday and aren't cold.
Masters Saturday was another ice box on the BCC links. Lots of sun but that cold NE wind. Scores were only slightly better than Thursday but the round was a lot more entertaining thanks to Dean. We may have a new term (at the minimum a new excuse). While on 3 tee the rooster crowed in Dean's back swing causing him to hit a partial Schwier. Now we all know that rooster crows constantly on Saturday morning and one should expect the distraction and learn to block it out. Dean however tried to convince us he should be given a do-over. As you might imagine there was a lot of sympathy from the rest of the group. However, we now have to consider whether cockadoodledoo is a valid term. If so, then we will have the Stroh Series to go along with the Silver Series. I am sure there will be ample discussion before we vote.
Weather for Tax Week looks mixed, but better towards Thursday. Hopefully some of will have $5.00 left after Wednesday. No serious contenders for the "Shake of the Day". The pot is now over $200.00 and waiting for a winner. We're overdue, so here's make sure you don't miss you next chance to contribute.
I need to add some new pictures to the blog. If anyone has one they want to share email it to me and I'll try to post it. Try to keep it golf related. This is a family blog.
One final note. You know you're getting older when you have on two sweaters, a turtle neck, and a wind shirt and the the juniors are wearing shorts on Saturday and aren't cold.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Masters Week
Seems like just yesterday we watching the Mercedes Championship in Hawaii to kick off the new season and here we are at Masters week. Where does time go? Better yet, where have our games gone. Seven grown men teed it up yesterday and no one could break 95. Sure the course is tough after heavy rain, cool wind and slow greens, but let's be real we're not that bad. Oh well better days must be coming.
Lots of new faces around the club. The Margarita Mixer Wednesday was well attended (approx. 70 people). Kudos to Lauren and Greg for a good job, and to the committee for planning these events. If you haven't come to one they are a good time and a great way to show off our great club to new and prospective members. Plus, the spring migration is in progress and you never know who might suddenly find their way home. Welcome back to John and Bette, and no John we don't believe you are a 20.
Check out the JR/SR golf terms. We now have an expanded "silver series". These new additions were necessary after observing some some bizarre putting.
Saturday promises to a reasonable day. Hope to see everyone around 9:30 AM.
Seems like just yesterday we watching the Mercedes Championship in Hawaii to kick off the new season and here we are at Masters week. Where does time go? Better yet, where have our games gone. Seven grown men teed it up yesterday and no one could break 95. Sure the course is tough after heavy rain, cool wind and slow greens, but let's be real we're not that bad. Oh well better days must be coming.
Lots of new faces around the club. The Margarita Mixer Wednesday was well attended (approx. 70 people). Kudos to Lauren and Greg for a good job, and to the committee for planning these events. If you haven't come to one they are a good time and a great way to show off our great club to new and prospective members. Plus, the spring migration is in progress and you never know who might suddenly find their way home. Welcome back to John and Bette, and no John we don't believe you are a 20.
Check out the JR/SR golf terms. We now have an expanded "silver series". These new additions were necessary after observing some some bizarre putting.
Saturday promises to a reasonable day. Hope to see everyone around 9:30 AM.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Not Much To Report
We've had a lot of bonus days to date. The weather always appears to be better than it really is. If we could get the wind to shift and come from the Southwest it would really be much nicer to play. As it is when it comes out the North and East it brings a chill that makes you want to stay in the grill and play gin. However, a few brave (or crazy) souls continue to hone their games in anticipation of better days to come. But, it not much fun hitting driver (from the white tees) on 8 and coming up short.
The membership drive is starting to show results. There are a lot of new faces around the club, and some have been playing with us. There is one constant in this world - Bandits are found everywhere.
I see Ron Mickel has resumed his role as Social Director. The 1st prime rib dinner is planned for Wednesday, May 13th. Hope everyone plans to attend. Also, the snowbirds are starting the Spring migration. Bob Brossia came back with the same old bogus handicap, and rumor has it Gilwee is back. I also heard Laurie is making Bill S pack up early and come back on the 10th. Based on the Weather Channel the weather here isn't much colder than Florida right now. Everyone watch yor wallets.
The "Shake of the Day" had a couple of close calls but continues to grow. The pot is approaching $200.
We've had a lot of bonus days to date. The weather always appears to be better than it really is. If we could get the wind to shift and come from the Southwest it would really be much nicer to play. As it is when it comes out the North and East it brings a chill that makes you want to stay in the grill and play gin. However, a few brave (or crazy) souls continue to hone their games in anticipation of better days to come. But, it not much fun hitting driver (from the white tees) on 8 and coming up short.
The membership drive is starting to show results. There are a lot of new faces around the club, and some have been playing with us. There is one constant in this world - Bandits are found everywhere.
I see Ron Mickel has resumed his role as Social Director. The 1st prime rib dinner is planned for Wednesday, May 13th. Hope everyone plans to attend. Also, the snowbirds are starting the Spring migration. Bob Brossia came back with the same old bogus handicap, and rumor has it Gilwee is back. I also heard Laurie is making Bill S pack up early and come back on the 10th. Based on the Weather Channel the weather here isn't much colder than Florida right now. Everyone watch yor wallets.
The "Shake of the Day" had a couple of close calls but continues to grow. The pot is approaching $200.
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