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Holey Terror: Hole No. 4 at Virtues Golf Club

Virtues Golf Club • Nashport, OH • thevirtuesgolfclub.com • 740-763-1100

Hole No. 4 • Par 5 • 563 Yards

While some golf courses rely on feints, jabs and rabbit punches, Virtues Golf Club goes straight for the kisser with 18 holes of roundhouses and haymakers. The 7,243-yard parkland-style layout, located 40 miles from downtown Columbus, OH, was designed by Arthur Hills and ranks among the “Top 100 Public Courses in America” by Golf Digest. In fact, the course is considered by many publications to be the state’s No. […]

Holey Terror: Hole No. 18 at Sleepy Hole Golf Course

Sleepy Hole Golf Course • Suffolk, VA • sleepyholegolfcourse.com • 757-538-4100

Hole No. 18 • Par 4 • 470 Yards

A city best known for growing peanuts proved it was no “goober” back in 1972 when architect Russell Breeden was hired to design Sleepy Hole Golf Course in Suffolk, VA. More than 50 years later, the layout remains one of the Tidewater’s favorite green patches for those who don’t want to shell out big bucks to play a championship-caliber venue.

Sleepy Hole gained regional recognition as home of […]

Holey Terror: Hole No. 12 at Pilgrim’s Oak

Pilgrim’s Oak • Peach Bottom, PA • pilgrimsoak.com • 717-548-3011

Hole No. 12 • Par 3 • 192 Yards

Oftentimes, the best golf courses are the ones hardest to find. Pilgrim’s Oak, tucked away in southern Lancaster County, PA, is a prime example. There are no major towns nearby and to get there you have to share the road with John Deere tractors and Amish horse-and-buggys. But despite the directional challenges and solid-lined, no-passing lanes, the layout has become a favorite destination for both locals and traveling golfers, alike.

Designed […]

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My buddy Tim called golf “the expensive sport” last summer. He said it while buying his third $14 beer at an NFL game. I let it go – mostly because he was paying for mine too – but the comment stuck with me. Was he right?

I didn’t think so. But I wanted to prove it with actual numbers.

So I dug in. National Golf Foundation reports, concert ticket data, NFL cost analyses, streaming price histories. The full picture. And what came back surprised even me – golf isn’t just holding its own against other entertainment options. In a lot of ways, […]

 

My buddy Rich has a spreadsheet for everything. Fantasy football projections. His kids’ college funds. The exact cost-per-mile of his Camry versus his wife’s SUV. Last summer he spent an entire round on the back nine of our local golf course calculating whether his golf pass was “worth it” instead of just enjoying the round.

“I think I’m up about $180,” he announced on the 16th tee, squinting at his phone. “Maybe $220 if you count that twilight round at Fowler’s Mill.”

I shanked my drive into the trees. Partly because of the wind. Mostly because I was laughing.

Here’s the thing-Rich […]

Golf in Canada can feel expensive sometimes. Anyone who’s stood at the counter paying for a Saturday tee time knows that little sting. That’s why programs like Golf Fore All exist – to give everyday golfers a way to play more often on their budget.

Golf Fore All connects players with real savings across Ontario golf courses. We’re talking 130+ courses, indoor sims, and driving ranges, with more than 780 deals, and over $20,000 in potential value packed into one program. It’s like your own personal playbook for stretching your golf season further.

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Golfing in Baltimore County is like that awesome uncle who’s got something for everyone—stunning views, tough holes, and prices that won’t empty your pockets. We’ve got the insider info on the best Baltimore golf courses you have to play. And the best part?  You can score some great Baltimore County golf course deals with TeeTime Golf Pass, to keep your wallet happy while you work on that swing.

Let’s do a tour of the best Baltimore County golf courses —Greystone, The Woodlands, Diamond Ridge, Pine Ridge, and Rocky Point. Find out what’s so great about each one, learn some […]

 

If you’ve played your fair share of rounds around Ohio, you know Cincinnati golf courses quietly hold their own – and I’m not talking about overpriced resort courses or private clubs with waitlists longer than a rain delay at Augusta. I’m talking municipal golf, the backbone of Midwest golf culture. Affordable, accessible, and – in the Queen City’s case – surprisingly good.

The Cincinnati city golf courses are run by the Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) and give you six solid options, each with its quirks, strengths, and the kind of old-school golf vibe you can’t fake. If you’re looking to […]

 

Indianapolis boasts a diverse array of public golf courses, each offering unique challenges and scenic views. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just starting out, these courses provide opportunities to enjoy the game amidst the city’s natural landscapes. Here’s a comprehensive guide of the top Indianapolis golf courses, their key features, statistics, interesting facts and tee time deals.

You can also read our other metroparks guides here: Cleveland Metroparks Golf Courses, Huron-Clinton Metroparks Golf Courses in Detroit.

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From the White Tees

I own the golf bag from hell. It’s roughly the size of a ’72 Lincoln Continental, weighs two tons, and was hand-stitched from more full-grain leather than you’d expect to find at a S&M convention in Vegas. The fur-lined, overstuffed TOUR-style staff bag was presented to me for winning a closest-to-the-pin contest in 1988, the same year I got married. And it led to me and my wife’s first marital spat.
I turned 60 earlier this month and am bamboozled by the fact that I’m now the same age as “old” people. In defiance I spent my birthday hiking the expert trail at Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina, appreciating the irony. Standing on a rocky crag near the top, I unceremoniously gave Father Time the middle-finger salute while contemplating how in God’s name I was going to make it back down to the parking lot.
Ask a priest, pastor or preacher and they’ll tell you their decision to go into the ministry was one of the hardest they ever had to make. That’s the crossroads where I find myself — trapped, if you will, somewhere between the gates of heaven and the pits of hell.

Guides

TeeTime Golf Pass vs. Greens’ Fee Passport – Both promise savings on green fees at Ontario golf courses. But they work differently, cover different courses, and offer different value. Here’s the honest comparison to help you pick the right one — or decide if you need both.

Quick Verdict: If you want a modern app experience, more deal types beyond 2-for-1, and access to courses across the US when you travel, TeeTime Golf Pass Ontario is the better all-around value. If you prefer a traditional coupon book with 800+ tear-out coupons at Ontario-only courses, the Greens’ Fee Passport has […]

 

Golf is one of those sports that looks easy until you actually try it. You stand on the tee, look at the tiny hole way off in the distance, and think, “How hard could it be?”.  When I think of this, my mind immediately goes to the Robin Williams skit about how golf was invented (note: lots of swearing but hilarious!). Well, fast forward a few shots (or maybe a few dozen shots), and you realize there’s a whole world of technique, rules, and – let’s be honest – golf terms sound like they came from a secret language.  […]

 

My buddy Frank turned 55 last spring. The day after his birthday, he walked into our regular Thursday foursome, dropped his bag on the cart, and announced-with the gravity of a man who’d just discovered fire-that he was now officially a “senior golfer.”

“You know what that means?” he asked, eyes gleaming.

I figured he was about to complain about his knees or mention something about fiber. But no. Frank had done his homework.

“I played Stony Creek yesterday. Paid $23 with cart. Twenty-three dollars.” He paused for effect. “The kid behind the counter didn’t even card me.”

The rest of us-all firmly in […]

Golf deals

Holey Terror: Hole No. 18 at Lassing Pointe Golf Course

Lassing Pointe Golf Course • Union, KY • boonecountygolf.com • 859-384-2266

Hole No. 18 • Par 4 • 441 yards

Just about every golf course has a signature hole. But how many have a signature green? With all due respect to the island 17th at TPC Sawgrass, there’s one in the Bluegrass State that might just take the cake, and a few snorts of Kentucky’s finest bourbon for good measure.

Lassing Pointe, located just 20 minutes from downtown Cincinnati across the Ohio border, is widely recognized as the state’s […]

Muirfield Village Golf Club

I got a text from my buddy Rob last fall: “Heading to Scottsdale for some winter golf. Want in?” My immediate thought wasn’t “yes, that sounds amazing.” It was “how much?” Scottsdale means $150-300 per round. Phoenix resorts. Snowbird crowds. And here I was, living three hours from Muirfield Village Golf Club – one of the top courses in America – and paying attention to Arizona real estate advertisements.

That’s when it hit me: Ohio golf is genuinely incredible, and almost nobody talks about it.

Ohio has a remarkable concentration of high-quality golf, from Jack Nicklaus-designed […]

Florida Golf Deals & Courses Guide: Play More, Pay Less in 2026

There’s a particular kind of torture that comes with wanting to golf in Florida. You show up in January with two weeks and your wallet, ready to knock off some bucket-list courses. Then you see the green fees. Resort courses charging $200-plus. Championship layouts that expect you to sacrifice your firstborn. The sunshine state’s golf is world-class – but the prices? Let’s just say they don’t come with that tropical breeze discount.

Here’s what I learned after exploring Florida’s best courses and deals: the real game isn’t […]