The Wicomico Shores Golf Course is a beautiful 18-hole golf course owned and operated by St. Mary’s County Government. The Clubhouse overlooks the expansive course, abundant wildlife, wooded areas, and the scenic Wicomico River.
The generously sized greens, level fairways, and variety of hole designs provide a challenge to players of all abilities. Par for the course is 72 for all, with the back tees measuring 6,397 yards with a slope of 121, and a course rating of 70.0. Yardage for the regular tees is 6,110, sloped at 118, with a rating of 68.7. Senior tees have a yardage of 5,524 with a slope of 109 and rated 66.2. Forward tees have a yardage of 5,320, with a slope of 119 and rated 69.2.
By Bud Key, Mid-Atlantic Director – TeeTime Golf Pass
Ben Hogan, revered by many as the most technically perfect ball-striker in history, is famously attributed with the quote: “Golf is not a matter of life or death, it’s more important than that.” This sentiment perfectly captures the deep passion and significance the sport holds for so many of us.
In the fall of 2023, I struggled through a round of 18 holes at my favorite local course. For several months, I
