Summer 2014 Departments Contents

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ON PAR GAME PLAY PUBLISHER’S NOTES CAN WATSON WIN ANOTHER RYDER CUP? ...... 8 He did it as captain in 1993 at The Belfry in England, and the U.S. team would dearly ON COVER like a repeat ...... 34 HIGH HONOR FOR A LIVING LEGEND THUNDERBIRD COUNTRY CLUB & THE RYDER CUP Mark Woodforde is honored for his lifetime The 11th Ryder Cup Matches are a piece of contributions to tennis ...... 12 of Thunderbird’s history ...... 38 GAME PLAY BIGHORN, WE SALUTE YOU For this club it’s not about looking back at KRAFT NABISCO CHAMPIONSHIP ENDS accomplishment but about giving back ...... 40 A story of world economics and an LPGA Major ...... 16 GOLF INSTRUCTION SPOT LIGHT CHOOSING THE RIGHT CHIP SHOT It takes knowledge and practice to determine THE LPGA’S LEXI THOMPSON which club and setup to use ...... 42 A new era in golf ...... 20 SAY HELLO TO KYLE BURTON MAPS, DIRECTORIES AND PRIVATE CLUBS One article doesn’t even begin to cover the life story of this Coachella Valley resident ...... 22 TENNIS CLUBS ...... 72 GOLF CLUBS ...... 80 PLAY WORTHY A COURSE FOR PRESIDENTS Desert Golf & Tennis ’ design expert takes us on a private tour of a very exclusive golf course ...... 24

TENNIS RESORTS TO LOVE Eat, play, love—shop, relax and save, too. Cover: Mark Woodforde and Todd Woodbridge Tennis resorts have it all ...... 28 Photo by: Luigi Serra

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Summer 2014 Lifestyle Contents

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DESERT GOLF & TENNIS REALTY LUXURY AUTOS THE 2014 JAGUAR F-TYPE ROADSTER Jaguar is back in the business of sports cars ...... 64 THE GOOD LIFE HARNESS THE POWER OF THE SUN STYLE REPORT And put some green back into your wallet at the same time ...... 46 SEEN ON THE GREENS: GOLF SHOES WITH A FOCUS ON FIT AND FASHION A new designer from the UK changes the DESERT GOLF & TENNIS LIFESTYLE game in golf-shoe design ...... 68 LUXURY TRAVEL FINE JEWELRY GOLF IN THE KINGDOM HIGH-END JEWELRY TRENDS FOR FALL Thailand is Asia’s sweet spot for unforgettable The watchwords for jewelry this season 70 golf vacations ...... 52 are simple: elegance with an edge ...... FINE DINING DINING IN THE DESERT The Desert Golf & Tennis guide to eating out in the Coachella Valley ...... 58

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Summer 2014 Publisher’s notes By timothy J. Pade • [email protected]

We are pleased to feature local desert resident Mark Woodforde is a resident of Mission Hills Country Club in Woodforde and his doubles partner, Todd Woodbridge, aka Rancho Mirage, California. He continues to coach and is also the “Woodies,” on our cover. Both received the Philippe still involved in broadcasting. Learn more about this tennis Chatrier Award, highest honor of the International Tennis great starting on pg. 12. Federation (ITF), presented at the 2014 ITF World We would be remiss if we didn’t mention the latest on golf Champions Dinner on June 3. The award, named for the in the desert in this issue, most notably the lack of interest by former player and ITF president, was introduced in 1996 corporations in the sponsorship of the former Kraft Nabisco and is awarded each year for outstanding contributions to Championship. Word currently is that the LPGA and IMG tennis. Woodforde and Woodbridge become the first Media will split the expense for the 2015 event if they are not doubles team to receive the award, joining fellow Australian able to secure a new title sponsor. Many thought that Kia recipients Rod Laver, Margaret Court and Neale Fraser. Past Motors might step in; however, the company’s sponsorship U.S. winners include Martina Navratilova, John McEnroe, of the Kia Classic at Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad, California, Billie Jean King and Chris Evert. will stay in place. There is still hope that the LPGA will find a The Woodies formed one of the greatest doubles sponsor to keep this event at Mission Hills Country Club for combinations in the history of tennis. Together they won 11 a long time to come. Grand Slam titles and five straight Wimbledon trophies. Additionally, many desert residents and golfers are upset They also won Olympic gold in Atlanta in 1996 and silver in by major changes to Tour events in the Coachella Valley. As Sydney in 2000. Woodforde retired in 2000 with 67 tournaments opt out of celeb-am formats, there’s a question doubles titles, 61 with Woodbridge. The only one of his 12 as to whether Tour professionals are a big enough draw on doubles majors that he didn’t win with Woodbridge was his their own. Lacking the glitz, glamor and entertainment first — the 1989 U.S. Open, which he won with John value supplied by celebrities, for example, is the $30,000 McEnroe. price tag for participating in the Humana Challenge too Woodforde’s left-handed baseline play with high? Woodbridge’s quick reflexes at the net led them to their Only time will tell if these events are shooting themselves induction in the Australian Tennis Hall of Fame in 2010. into oblivion. We all hope the celebs and the entertainment Accepting the Philippe Chatrier Award, Woodforde, come back! who called it an unexpected honor, said, “I’m moved so deeply that Todd and I will be joining such grand champions and following in the footsteps of the other Aussies to receive this accolade.”

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By Chris Lewis

Since retiring, tennis doubles legend and Rancho Mirage resident Mark Woodforde has served the industry as a commentator, coach and tournament director. In honor of his continuous commitment to the sport, the International Tennis Federation recently presented him the Philippe Chatrier Award.

Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde on Cover

very now and then a special occasion arises in a person’s life, leading him or her to pause momentarily, reflect on past achievements and reap the rewards of years of hard Ework. For 17-time Grand Slam champion Mark Woodforde, one half of “The Woodies,” arguably the greatest doubles partnership of all time, three occasions stand out in particular: the days in which he was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, the Sport Australia Hall of Fame and the Australian Tennis Hall of Fame. But his most recent recognition – the Philippe Chatrier Award, renowned as the International Tennis Federation’s highest honor – is held in the same regard as his Hall of Fame inductions. “When I was notified about the honor, it blew me off my feet,” says Woodforde. “To be recognized for my results on the tennis court, as well as my services to the game, led me to stop and think, ‘You’re kidding me, right?’” The 48-year-old Woodforde, along with his longstanding doubles partner, Todd Woodbridge, received the award on Tuesday, June 3 at the ITF World Champions Dinner, held at Paris’s Pavillon d’Armenonville, in the midst of the 2014 French Open.

Woodbridge and Woodforde 1996 Japan Open

“The Woodies” became the first doubles team in history to be acknowledged as Philippe Chatrier Award recipients. They also joined Rod Laver, Margaret Court and Neale Fraser as the only other Australians honored with the award, named after the former president of the International Tennis Federation and presented every year since 1996. “I have been to a number of World Champions Dinners in the past and watched as the Philippe Chatrier Award was handed out to some of tennis’s greatest players,” Woodforde continues. “Not ever did I think we would be honored like that someday.” Although Woodforde and Woodridge may have been surprised Woodforde and Jr. Davis Cup Team by the honor, no one else within the tennis world was. After all, the partners captured 11 Grand Slam men’s doubles titles, 61 director of the South Australian Open and has established the tournament victories and an Olympic gold medal in 1996, all while World Tennis Challenge, a tennis exhibition held in Adelaide, compiling a 508-137 career record. Winners of all four Grand Slam Australia, which attracts former and current tennis professionals. titles, “The Woodies” remain the only men’s partnership in the In addition, he has coached tennis professionals, from Novak Open era to win five consecutive Wimbledon championships. Djokovic, ranked world No. 1 since winning at Wimbledon by the But the Philippe Chatrier Award is not only presented to tennis Association of Tennis Professionals, to Marinko Matosevic, professionals based on their career accolades alone; it also Australia’s second-highest ranked tennis player. His leadership celebrates long-term, dedicated service to the sport on and off the skills have also been utilized in team settings, while serving as the tennis court. coach of Australia’s Fed Cup team and captain of Australia’s Junior Since retiring in 2000, Woodforde has worked for Australia’s Davis Cup team. Channel 9, Fox Sports Australia, and BBC Radio 5 live as a “Each of these roles allows me to remain active in tennis, while commentator, sharing his knowledge and insight at each of the also having enough free time to be at home with my wife and Grand Slam tournaments. He has also served as the co-tournament children,” says Woodforde. “I love what I’m doing.”

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Woodforde with Wife Erin and Daughters Elyse and Madelein Woodbridge and Woodforde_1998 Davis Cup

A 24-year resident of Rancho Mirage, California, and a member of Mission Hills Country Club, Woodforde was first introduced to the Palm Desert area after participating in the Indian Wells Masters tennis tournament in the late 1980s. He realized that he needed a home base in the United States and decided to purchase a condo at Mission Hills a few months after he captured the 1989 U.S. Open men’s doubles championship with his former partner, John McEnroe. “I was mesmerized by the weather, country clubs and location near Los Angeles,” Woodforde says. “Not to mention, it was a hotbed for tennis players as Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, and Pete Sampras were members. I was especially hooked when I learned Rod Woodbridge and Woodforde 2000 Wimbledon Laver lived nearby.” When he is not broadcasting or Although he treasures every moment For more information about the coaching, he can often be found at Mission he spends with his family in Rancho International Tennis Federation’s Philippe Hills’ water park playing with his children, Mirage, he doesn’t expect to retire from the Chatrier Award, visit itftennis.com. To or frequenting some of his favorite Rancho tennis industry anytime soon. In fact, he learn about tennis and memberships at Mirage restaurants. intends to maintain his current schedule. Mission Hills Country Club, visit “The River provides plenty of dining and “I love travelling to commentate at all clubcorp.com/Clubs/Mission-Hills- entertainment options, including movies, four Grand Slams, to coach Tour players Country-Club or call 760.324.9400. which my family and I enjoy,” Woodforde and to mentor the Junior Davis Cup team,” says. “I’ll try anything, really, thanks to he says. “My passion for the game has led ______traveling the world. No Da Te is my favorite me to remain involved in the game today – Chris Lewis is a contributing writer Japanese restaurant—hands down—while as a commentator, tournament director to Desert Golf & Tennis Johannes Restaurant offers the best and so forth. That passion will likely never schnitzel outside of Austria and Germany.” subside.”

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By Matt McKay

Photo by Timothy J. Pade Lexi Thompson 2013 Champion Game Play

o matter what happens from this point with the marquee after the 1981 tournament, Nabisco quickly stepped in tournament that was the Kraft-Nabisco with renewed enthusiasm, an increased purse and lavish vendor Championship, it is clear that the first, long, glorious galas. It also perpetuated the relationship between the tournament Nchapter to that story has been written—and the page and companies that provided products that reached the consumer turned. Kraft Nabisco’s run as sponsor of the LPGA Major ended through grocery stores. with the final putt of the 2014 tournament. For nearly 20 years, through name changes (including From the days of the 1972 Colgate-Dinah Shore Winner’s dropping Shore’s name from the title in 2000), ownership changes Circle offering an unheard of $110,000 first-place check, sales and and even hostile takeovers, Nabisco stuck with the tournament. In marketing were actually calling the shots in terms of sponsorship. 2000, the last major change of the tournament’s original form Then and for many years a major producer of home-based products had a huge stake in the tournament. In the early days, the Colgate-Palmolive sponsorship was not only about getting the company’s message through to women across the country, but also about making those women feel like it was behind them. In this case, it was backing a major women’s professional golf tournament t n e m n i a t r e t n E

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beginning in 1972, its main marketing mission was to get sponsor products on grocery store shelves. And, back in the day, there were many, many grocery outlets to consider. In addition to putting on a first-class major golf tournament, Kraft Nabisco’s mission, and Nabisco’s before that, and Colgate-Palmolive’s before that was to get those grocers to Rancho Mirage every spring, while many of their stores were covered with snow, and properly wine and dine them in the swanky Southern California desert. Pro-Ams, unlimited access to product samples and hobnobbing with the competitors and The winner jumping in the lake is a Kraft Nabisco tradition Hollywood stars during nightly parties won over many an independent grocer, regionals, and it’s the big boys’ purchases So, as the chapter closes, the moral of who left each year convinced that Kraft that typically set the buying plans for the the story so far is that the changing Nabisco products should get all the shelf smaller regional stores and independents. business climate has had its effect on the space they needed. In other words, if Kroger is giving certain Kraft Nabisco, or what was the Kraft Over the last three decades, however, products plenty of space, smaller chains Nabisco, Championship. While the the grocery industry, like many other and grocers take note and usually make powers that be in the LPGA say they are sectors of the U.S. economy, has changed similar proportional purchases. committed to doing whatever it takes to and consolidated dramatically. And the Toss in the global financial disaster of keep the championship going, at this point change has accelerated over the last late 2008 and the resulting period of many questions remain. decade. There are now basically five corporate austerity, and Mondelez and One thing, however, is certain: national grocery giants (Walmart, Kroger, Kraft Nabisco were soon approaching the whatever the tournament is in the future, Albertson’s, Safeway and Costco), with a break-even point related to their it will be determined in no small way by few substantial regional chains (Winn- investment in the tournament and the external business forces commanded by Dixie, Food Lion, Piggly Wiggly). Under benefit they were receiving for their the invisible hand of the world economy. the current circumstances, Kraft Nabisco’s sponsorship—particularly when ______parent company, Mondelez, only needs to compared to the grocery-party heyday of Matt McKay is a staff writer with connect to the large chains and large the pre-consolidation era. Desert Golf & Tennis

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But she lights up when asked about her family. “I rely on them the most for just being there for me after every round, whether it’s good or bad. I know I can go to any of my family members and they will be there to get me through certain times in my life,” she says. “At the Kraft Nabisco, that whole week was pretty special. To have both of my parents there supporting me every day and making home-cooked meals was amazing. Jumping into Poppies Pond with r e t s

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Photos by Timothy J. Pade Spot light

here are the famous and the not so famous. Then there’s Vintage Invitational, played golf with presidents and swapped golf the person everyone seems to know, causing everyone else stories with Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. in the room to ask, “Who is that guy, is he famous?” Meet Burton is not one to boast about playing golf with President TKyle Burton. At 89 years young, he’s a regular at the gym, a Eisenhower, or the honor he received this year at the Vintage Club regular around the golf course and every Monday through Friday from Tom Fazio and the community. What he does mention is that since 1979 he’s a regular at Keedy’s Fountain Grill in Palm Desert, his Vintage membership status is the same as former President California. George H.W. Bush and that he enjoys driving around Vintage in a golf Sitting with his same group of guys every morning with coffee in cart and keeping up with things. hand, Burton banters with his friends about world issues, family, what His son has worked at Vintage for 33 years. “He got out of the everyone is doing that day and the game of golf. Marines, I gave him a job and they just kept him on,” Burton says. If there is one thing Burton knows a lot about, it’s golf. The stories Burton tells are fascinating. He uses the phrase “off the Born in Antioch, Tennessee, Burton and his family soon moved to record” often. “I knew probably the best player in the world that no Nashville. Times were hard. Burton’s father was a security guard really knew about,” he says suddenly. “He came out of Europe and his making just $17 a week. At the age of 10, Burton got a job as a caddy name was Flory Van Dynck. He won more tournaments that you earning 40 cents for 18 holes plus a dime tip if his player didn’t lose a can shake a stick at but wasn’t well known because there was another

Vintage Club Director of Golf From 1979-1996

ball. Finding clubs here and there, the young caddie had his own set European player at the time getting all the attention, Seve by age 12 and started teaching himself how to play. Ballesteros.” It would be fascinating to document Burton’s life year by year, When asked about today’s golf industry, Burton thinks for a including caddy fights, his time as a boxer, life in the service, playing moment. “It’s gotten so big, it’s harder for the older person like myself on the European Tour for nine years, marriage and family. However, to understand it,” he says. “It used to have more tradition than there is we barely have enough space to talk about his friendship with Sam now, and I really think that back then the players were more Snead and how it all started over a breakfast Snead bought him. Or respectful. But the game itself, there can’t be much change to it. You the famous players he’s quietly helped with a friendly chat and a few still have to go out and hit the ball; they just hit them a lot farther requested suggestions. There’s also his job at Spalding and his today than we did back then.” professional tenure at the Olympic Club in San Francisco. With a glance at his watch, the retiree realizes he has things to And then there was the career in his late 40s at the famous attend to, but not before answering one last question: Who would Vintage Club in Indian Wells, California. Enjoying retirement, make up his ultimate foursome? Burton was convinced by developer Mick Humphreys to move to “As long as I’m in it,” he says with a laugh, “ I’d take Jack Nicklaus, the desert to work with Tom Fazio and, ultimately, to become the Gary Player and Flory Van Dynck.” first director of golf at the Vintage Club. From 1979 to 1996, Burton ______helped create this awarding winning facility, was instrumental in the Françoise Rhodes is a staff writer with Desert Golf & Tennis

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Course Design

By Clive Clark

Here’s the question: You live in California and you’re contemplating: Which would be the most difficult course to access for a round of golf? You’re probably thinking Cypress Point, Los Angeles Country Club, The Tradition or The Madison Club in the Coachella Valley. Good choices, but you’d be wrong. All of those clubs have members who can invite you as their guest. The answer is actually Sunnylands. “What?” you say. “Where’s that?” Sunnylands was the home of Ambassador Walter Annenberg and his wife, Leonore. It is a 200-acre estate in Rancho Mirage, California, where the media baron and his wife lived for many years. The estate’s course has seen a few guests since it opened in the early 1960s. Among those who played this nine-hole beauty are nine presidents of the United States including presidents Nixon, Reagan, Obama and both of the Bushes. Bob Hope and Frank Sinatra were also regular guests. On one occasion, the Queen of England, who stayed with the Annenbergs, took a tour of the golf course.

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You may think that a round at Sunnylands is out of the question and that would be fairly accurate. However, there are regular tours of the estate for the public, which include a cart ride around the course. I was fortunate enough to be invited along to view the golf course recently. Sunnylands Golf Course was renovated some three or four years ago and it is certainly a very good course (by the way, it is possible to play 27 holes by playing off several different tees). Although it unlikely to land on the list of Top 100 courses in the world, it is no slouch. Large, gaping bunkers protect the greens. Sweeping fairways and large established trees, with the occasional lake, set up the ‘eye candy.’ And, no surprise, there is not a divot to be seen!

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Delos Bench made of white marble

What is to be seen, however, is a collection of unusual artifacts and sculptures, which are carefully spaced throughout the course. Close to the first tee, for example, is the magnificent Delos Bench. It was hewn from exquisite white marble. It is massive and it is heavy—so heavy, in fact, that it had to be transported to the grounds by helicopter. During my tour, our guide pointed out the Eisenhower palm trees, the only two palm trees that exist on the golf course. In 1966, Walter Annenberg was playing with President Eisenhower. The president noticed that there were no palm trees on the course and commented that he found that to be very unusual for a golf course located in Palm Springs. The following week, two substantial palm trees were planted, bordering one of the fairways, which actually added a little more strategy to the hole. A couple of holes later one comes upon the Chinese Pavilion. It’s a good place to take a little shade, and I imagine that a butler once provided afternoon tea with finely sliced cucumber sandwiches in this cool setting. On the following hole a striking 30-foot The Eisenhower palm trees totem pole rises out of the semi-rough, just

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short of the green. Apparently it was the work of Henry Hunt, Canada’s first native artist. Moving farther down the course, we thought, “Hello, what’s this? Are we at St Andrews?” The original architect, Richard (Dick) Wilson, had designed a massive double green. As we approached the end of our tour, I asked our guide if there were any other unusual features he could point out. He didn’t hesitate. “Yes, sir. Do you see that magnolia tree over on the left of that fairway? That was a gift from President Nixon.” It actually came from a cutting of the magnolia tree on the lawn of the White House. The original cutting came from President Andrew Jackson’s estate, just minutes away from downtown Nashville. That’s one well-traveled tree! So, there it is—a whirlwind tour of one of the most exclusive golf courses in the world. Next time you’re in the Palm Springs area, it is worth taking the time to book one of the tours (just seven people at a time can be accommodated on each cart). These tours are very popular so make sure you do your homework and book well in advance. ______Clive Clark is a sought-after golf course architect, former Ryder Cup player and a staff writer with Desert Golf & Tennis

Magnolia tree, a gift from President Nixon

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JW Marriott Desert Springs

OMNI RANCHO LAS PALMAS The Rancho Las Palmas Country Club, a short walk from the hotel, is one of the Coachella Valley’s largest tennis facilities.

Play: The Omni’s tennis program is under the direction of Cliff Drysdale Tennis. There are 25 hard courts and a slew of programs for all levels and ages.

Eat: The resort’s signature bluEmber restaurant has a stylish dining room and inviting terrace complete with a cozy firepit and panoramic views.

Shop: Las Palmas Boutique has fashion apparel, resort wear, swimwear, designer jewelry and more.

Relax: Design your own exclusive Desert Dream Ritual, including a scrub, wrap and massage.

Save: Take advantage of the resort’s 3rd Night Free offer. Omni Ranch Las Palms

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Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Agua Serena Spa

HYATT REGENCY INDIAN WELLS It may not have the largest tennis facility in the Valley, but multiple guest-centric programs deliver tennis excellence nonetheless.

Play: In addition to three hard courts, guests can take part in custom tennis outings, networking events and, if your idea for a great private function includes tennis, the Hyatt will provide catering.

Eat:Lantana’s menu mixes it up with global and California-inspired cuisines, local produce, cheeses and olive oil.

Shop: Hop in the car for the quick drive— just over three miles—to the shopping extravaganza that is El Paseo.

Relax: Agua Serena Spa offers renewal and rejuvenation and, as the name suggests, the backdrop of gently flowing water.

Save: Maybe the Girlfriend Getaway in the California Desert, good through December 2014, is just what you and your best girlfriend need.

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St. Regis Punta Mita Resort

BEYOND THE DESERT

ST. REGIS PUNTA MITA RESORT, Riviera Nyarit, Mexico This is one of the most beautiful resorts in all of Mexico, set along a private and pristine stretch of the Pacific Ocean to the north of Puerto Vallarta.

Play: Under the direction of Peter Burwash International, the Punta Mita Tennis Center has 10 lighted tennis courts: five hard-surface courts for faster play and five sand-filled, synthetic-grass courts for softer, slower play.

Eat: There are options but the Sea Breeze Restaurant & Bar with ocean views offers indoor/outdoor seating and Latin American cuisine—the alluring sense of Fairmont Orchid, Island of Hawaii place is unmistakable. rate prior to or within 24 hours of booking arrangements, lessons, theme clinics and Shop: Explore Puerto Vallarta, about an your stay and the lower rate will be rentals. hour away. Mosey along the evocative honored—plus you’ll get a 10-percent seaside walkway and poke into interesting discount and 2,000 Starpoints. Eat:The most romantic eatery on property shops and galleries. is the AAA Four Diamond Brown’s Beach FAIRMONT ORCHID, Island of Hawaii House. Best place to watch a Hawaiian Relax: The 10,000-square-foot Remède Everything one imagines Hawaii to be. sunset: Luana Lounge. Spa is the ultimate in therapeutic bliss. Play: The Hawaii Tennis Center has 10 Shop:The hotel has a logo shop, tennis shop, Save: Take advantage of Starwood’s Best courts, including a stadium court and jeweler, spa shop, gifts, sundries and a Rate Guarantee; find a lower published lighted courts. Services include match boutique selling resort wear and accessories.

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two and racquet rental. Additional lessons are 20 percent off.

VAIL CASCADE RESORT & SPA, Vail, Colorado Gore Creek rushes past the hotel, the mountains rise beside it. Desert dwellers will find a slice of summer paradise here, or a place to combine tennis with some of the best skiing in the world come winter.

Play: Three indoor and three outdoor courts at the Aria Athletic Club & Spa make tennis a year-round sport here. Tennis programs run year-round and include clinics, drills, socials and player Silverado Resort & Spa matching.

Vail Cascade Resort & Spa

Eat: Atwater on Gore Creek, overlooking its namesake creek, is open for breakfast, Vail Cascade Resort & Spa lunch and dinner. Small plates and craft brews are available, too. Relax:What could be better in Hawaii than lighted. Call Silverado’s tennis concierge pre- the Spa Without Walls? The 14 private arrival to register for courts and clinics. Shop: Just outside the hotel’s doors are outdoor treatment spaces offer the dozens of boutiques. On Sundays from soothing sounds and pleasant breezes that Eat: The Grill at Silverado showcases Napa June to October, the Vail Farmers Market make Hawaii so special. Valley and California. One of life’s pleasures & Art Show offers tempting items to wear, is dining al fresco on the terrace at sunset. display and eat. Save: Book early, pre-pay and save 20 percent off the best available rate, available Shop: The best shopping in the Napa Relax: In addition to soul-soothing year-round. Valley is in the wineries, where you can find treatments, there’s the Sanctuary, a cozy not just wine but locally made olive oil, and serene space to relax before or after SILVERADO RESORT & SPA, artwork and artisan trinkets. treatments. Napa, California It’s located on 1,200 acres in California’s Relax: Silverado’s spa features treatments Save: Book one weeknight this summer premier wine valley, providing easy access such as the Vineyard Grape Seed Polish and get a second night free through Aug. to some of the most revered vineyards in and Chardonnay Sugar Scrub, taking wine 26, 2014. the world and the wine produced in them. to new, and wonderful, places.

Play:This Peter Burwash International facility Save: The Tennis for Life package includes has 13 plexi-pave courts, three of them accommodations, a private tennis lesson for

DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 33 By Susanne Kemper Game Play

s 2014 the U.S. team’s year to win back the Ryder Cup? It’s a feat that has not been accomplished since 2008 at Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky, and since 1993 in Europe. Revered IGleneagles Golf Club hosts the 2014 Matches, but not on its fabled James Braid courses. Instead, this year’s Cup will be contested on Jack Nicklaus’ signature parkland layout for big hitters, the PGA Centenary Course, originally named the Monarch’s Course. Many Europeans are dismayed that the Matches aren’t on one of Scotland’s famed links. Initial Matches were played at Gleneagles in 1921, with Britain/Ireland winning 9-3. Seed merchant Samuel Ryder, an ardent spectator and golfer, launched the Ryder Cup at tea in 1926. In 1979, with U.S. teams dominating the Matches, Jack Nicklaus suggested changing the format and team selection to include European Captain, Europe. Since then, Europe has won nine Matches, America four, Irelannd’s Paul McGinley and there has been one tie.

Gleneagles Golf Club

On paper, the United States was predicted glory on Arnold Ireland’s Paul McGinley, Europe’s captain, isn’t a household Palmer’s spectacular design at Ireland’s K Club in 2006, and again in name, but he has been a perennial vice captain in the Ryder Cup 2010 at rain-drenched Celtic Manor in Wales. In 2012, the Matches and a victorious captain for many Seve Trophy teams. European team prevailed yet again, this time at Medinah Country McGinley also made the winning putt against Jim Furyk at The Club in Illinois with a sensational Sunday singles win that has come Belfry in the 2002 Matches. He has chosen Scotland’s victorious to be known as the “Miracle of Medinah.” 2002 Ryder Cup captain, Sam Torrance, and Ireland’s Des Smyth as Needing a turnaround from these losses, the U.S. revised its his initial vice captains. strategy and named Tom Watson 2014 captain. Loved by the Scots Both captains have three picks, which will be critical as a native son, Watson brings a depth of unrivaled experience and a considering the multitude of new, young talent available for the 12- focus from a “winning” generation, and he has no fear of doing man teams. Some Ryder Cup veteran players could be lacking things his way to win, as he did in 1993 as captain—the U.S. team’s points. last victory on European soil. Watson has chosen Andy North and Graeme McDowell, whose triumph over Hunter Mahan in Raymond Floyd as vice captains. 2010 secured the Cup, believes competition will be fierce. “There

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Zach Johnson agrees. ”All are grinding. They want to make the team.” Is Tiger a lock? Not like before. Potential newbies for the U.S. team are Jimmy Walker, Jordan Spieth, Patrick Reed and Harris English. Europe’s Victor Dubuisson, Henrik Stenson, Jamie Donaldson and Thomas Bjorn appear in. It’s hoped that Scot Stephen Gallacher will qualify so McGinley doesn’t need to use a pick. Retouched by Nicklaus for the Matches, the par-72 PGA Centenary Course now stretches 7,243 yards. The 18th hole received the most changes in preparation for the Matches. “It’s not a very difficult hole. It’s exciting. I’m very proud of it,” Nicklaus says. Host Europe controls course set-up, which is always critical, but will be even more so if it’s a “wet” Gleneagles. The European Tour’s Johnny Walker Championships have also been contested here annually, thus advantage Europe. But, it’s a big-hitters course, and that gives the U.S. team more advantage. “Gleneagles is a very unique course, creating a challenge in itself,” Arnold Palmer notes. “I think America’s success will depend on how seriously they approach the Matches, if their mental toughness equals or betters [that of] the Europeans.” NBC/Golf Channel Ryder Cup commentator, England’s Tom Abbott, says, “The stretch from the par-4 14th on is testing and will be tough. The par-5 16th is risk/reward and bombers can go for it in two. The 18th is a good finish but isn’t that tough.” As for Captain Watson, he’s old school. He only wants guys on Tom Watson, 2014 U.S. Captain his team “with heart and guts.” Game on at Gleneagles, Sept. 23-28. ______are going to be two or three guys who miss, quality players,” he says. Susanne Kemper is a contributing writer to “McGinley’s wild cards will be very hotly contested. [It will be] a Desert Golf & Tennis tough team to get on, and for America, too.”

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By Matt McKay Game Play

hunderbird Country Club However, the club did make a dramatic desert came together to make doesn’t host a big bi-annual golf addition to the grounds earlier this year in Thunderbird one of Southern California’s shindig or intra-club honor of its Ryder Cup past. A new four- hottest properties in the 1950s. Tcompetition to mark its Ryder sided clock commemorating the U.S. team’s Further testimony to the success of the Cup history. But the Matches are never far 8-4 win over the Great Britain/Ireland team 1955 Matches came in 1959; the very next from the minds of the members or the staff was unveiled in the courtyard just outside time the competition was played in the regardless of the year or the day. the pro shop, on the footpath from the United States, it was contested just down “We all know when it’s time,” says head putting green to the first tee. Highway 111 at Eldorado Country Club golf professional, Nick DeKock. “The Thunderbird benefitted from the in Indian Wells. Ryder Cup is always something special for exposure and buzz the event generated, as The club and competition owe a debt our membership.” did the surrounding valley. The relatively of thanks to Robert Hudson, the Portland While there are commemorative lunar location was a striking change of pace grocery magnate and Thunderbird photos and other paraphernalia related to for golfers from both teams, and some member who financed the British team’s the 1955 Matches played at Thunderbird, historians credit the novelty of playing in trip to the States for the 1947 competition at Portland Golf Club, where Hudson was also a member. In part because of World War II, the Matches had not been held since 1937, and when the Portland Open was cancelled for financial considerations in 1947, Hudson moved to have the Ryder Cup at Portland Golf Club. He arranged for the British team’s passage to the United States on the Queen Mary, accompanied them on their cross-country train ride to Oregon and paid all their expenses. When the Brits traveled to Pinehurst for the Matches in 1951, the British PGA picked up their tab. But Hudson was already working behind the scenes to bring the event to Thunderbird in 1955, an effort that eventually succeeded. “The course had just opened in 1951, so it was pretty amazing to have a major that’s just one of many historic events that have taken place at the club, the first 18- hole facility to be constructed in the Coachella Valley. There’s only so much wall and display- case space at the club, and many walls and cases are filled with photos of Thunderbird’s development, when there was very little else around and Highway 111 was a two-lane blacktop. There’s photo after photo of famous members: Don Hutson, Ralph Kiner, Hoagy Carmichael, Phil Harris, Johnny Dawson, Bing Crosby, Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball...the list of Southern California’s mid- century stars who called the club home is extensive and impressive. So much so that its attachment to Hollywood’s elite may have eclipsed the 1955 Ryder Cup as a drawing card for the club. the desert as one of the factors that helped international event just four years later,” “We were fortunate enough to play a sustain the event when the United States DeKock says. “To maintain and preserve piece [of video] for our members during was winning regularly and handily. The the history of that event is vital to the club.” our Phil Harris Member-Guest earlier this combination of international exposure, year, and it was neat for the members to be the prestige of hosting the game’s top ______able to see what life was like here back in international competition and the fact that Matt McKay is a staff writer with the 50s and 60s,” DeKock says. “If the walls Hollywood was in the process of falling in Desert Golf & Tennis could talk...” love with the serenity and seclusion of the

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Randel Dee Hubbard Play Worthy

or golfers, raising money for Already boasting staggering numbers encouraging youth to pursue their dreams charity has never been easier. At for funds raised and gifted, the charity’s through higher education. Bighorn Golf Club, charity and giving continues to grow as it expands its In April 2014, Hubbard was inducted as Fgolfing go hand-in-hand thanks to community program to include a new, a member of this prestigious association, Randall Dee Hubbard (R.D. to his friends), grassroots component: giving up to joining eleven other outstanding business an exceptional chairman and managing $500,000 annually to qualified nonprofits and civic leaders from across North America director who set the bar high on day one. in the Coachella Valley. Bighorn Golf Club in receiving this honor. Since 1947, this Opened in 2006 to rave reviews for its Charities developed this program to fund annual award has recognized exceptional spectacular homes and two championship specific projects of local nonprofit leaders—all with a commitment to golf courses, Bighorn Golf Club in Palm organizations that demonstrate a need and philanthropy and higher education—who Desert, California, set out to grab the golf are making a real difference in the quality of have overcome significant personal world’s attention with such events as the life for the people they serve. The focus of challenges to achieve success .

Skins Games, U.S. Senior Match Play the program will be nonprofits that aid Regarding the award, Hubbard Challenge, Battles at BIGHORN and the valley children and shelters, and that commented, "It is a wonderful honor to be LPGA’s Samsung World Championships. provide assistance for those who require a inducted into the Horatio Alger With great success branding the club, helping hand in order to seek a better life Association and to be recognized for not and having rendered unforgettable and a brighter future for themselves, their only my professional accomplishments moments for its members and the world to families and their communities. but also the humble beginnings that see, Bighorn quickly established itself as a Anyway you look at the tremendous shaped my character. I believe in the power viable player in the world of high-end, golf- success of this charitable organization, all of hard work, determination and having course living. cart paths lead back to Hubbard, the man passion for what you do in your career. I am Perhaps more impressive is what goes on with a mind for success and a heart for proud to become a member of an behind the scenes, particularly related to giving. organization that not only believes in those fundraising. Bighorn Golf Club Charities, This is the same man who formed the same principles but helps to instill them in with the full support of Hubbard, has R.D. and Joan Dale Hubbard Foundation, young Americans." surpassed all expectations within the which is dedicated to providing and With heartfelt emotions from many in community, and the nonprofits on the improving educational opportunities for the Coachella Valley who have greatly receiving end could not be more grateful. students of all ages, and the Shoemaker benefitted from the generosity of the Since its inception in 2006, Bighorn Foundation, named for legendary jockey Bighorn Golf Club Charities and Mr. R. D. Golf Club Charities has gifted over $5 Willie Shoemaker, to help raise funds for Hubbard, we salute Bighorn’s ingenuity, million in funding in the Coachella Valley. horsemen suffering from catastrophic congratulate Hubbard on the much This includes Bighorn BAM (Behind a accidents or illnesses. deserved induction and thank everyone Miracle), which helps fund breast-cancer While Hubbard himself is very low key involved for showing the Coachella Valley programs, as well as other funding about his charitable accomplishments, that it’s possible to make a difference and supporting education, the arts and the they did not go unnoticed by the Horatio have a heck-of-a-great time doing it. building of the Bighorn Golf Club Alger Association of Distinguished ______Charities Veterans Resource Center at Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational Françoise Rhodes is a staff writer with College of the Desert for the 400 warriors organization honoring the achievements Desert Golf & Tennis attending the institution. of outstanding individuals and

DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 41 This issue’s golf instruction article comes from the 17th hole on Desert Willow's Firecliff Golf Course, where I spent some time with Head Professional Ryan Szydlowski. Golfers frequently get in situations where they don't know what type of chip to play onto the green. This tricky little chip to the side of the 17th hole on Firecliff is a good example. Ryan will first run you through the chip-and-run option, and I'll cover the lob shot.

I focus on keeping very soft grip pressure and use my shoulders to execute the chip. During every practice swing, I exaggerate a short backswing to emphasize accelerating through impact. I practice a consistent swing tempo and use different length swings to control distance.

Chip and Run I determine where I need to land my ball before choosing a club. If I have a ridge to carry or a short-sided pin, I’ll use a higher-loft club to produce more carry and less release. If I have a lot of green to work with and minimal undulation, I’ll use a short iron to get the ball rolling like a putt as soon as possible. I selected a 56-degree wedge for this shot because I need to carry the shot over a subtle ridge, halfway to the hole. My ball position for this shot is on my Setting up with the ball on my back foot helps me hit down on back foot and I set up with a slightly open clubface. This allows me the ball through impact. I focus on finishing low through impact to hit the ball first consistently, and the added bounce I create by with my clubface pointed at the sky. If my hands take over, I risk opening the clubface helps the club get through long rough hitting low shots that are off target. In practice, you can draw a line without restriction. on your golf ball and point it down your target line. Most golfers

42 DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 Golf instruction don’t realize they line up off target. This drill will help you get comfortable with a proper setup and square clubface, and it will also help you learn how your ball reacts to an open clubface.

As I turn slowly back through the ball, I will maintain the hinge in my wrist, which will help me get the golf club under the ball, maintaining an open clubface. This open clubface through impact will help the ball pop out of the greenside rough very high The Lob Shot and soft. You can see as I hold my finish how the clubface is angled The first thing I like to do is to break a chip down into sections straight up into the sky and my body has turned through to the or a grid ( 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 ). This grid helps me establish the landing target. Using my body as the primary power source will help my areas of the clubs I might choose. The lob shot will land at the arms and hands control the club. beginning of the 1/3 section as soft as possible. In order to get the ball to land as soft as possible, I will go with my 60-degree lob wedge. I will grip the club with what most consider a very weak grip, with my left thumb positioned slightly left of the grooves. With this weak grip, I want to open my stance so my bodyline is angled left of the target. This setup is very similar to a greenside bunker shot.

The key is to practice these shots around the greens to get a feel for how hard to swing through the ball to control your distances. ______Rob Stanger, Director of Golf Instruction at Alpine Country Club, coaches on the PGA and the LPGA Tours. He offers My backswing will be through a big shoulder turn, and then I subscribers of Desert Golf & Tennis a 25-percent discount hinge my wrist to "set the club." This hinging in the wrist will on golf lessons. Contact him at [email protected] or visit actually create a 90-degree angle between the left arm and the his website at robstangergolf.com shaft.

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Mozart at The Renaissance By Jenell Fontes the Good life

aking advantage of the power of the sun can reduce your monthly electric bills, increase the value of your home and make a difference in our ecological footprint. Due to Tadvances in solar technology and mass production of solar panels, solar it is now less expensive and cumbersome to add to any home or business. So what do you need to know when calculating if going solar is the right decision for you and your home? It is important to calculate your yearly savings, the cost to lease or purchase the panels and the overall value and curb appeal of your home. Once you have asked the right questions and have the data, you may find that going green is a solid financial decision as well as a positive lifestyle decision. “There is no doubt that solar adds greatly to the value of a home, as well to the quality of life for those who live there,” says Vincent Battaglia, CEO and president of Renova Solar in Palm Desert, California, which provides solar panels for residences and businesses. “[Homeowners] not only enjoy the considerable savings on their utility bill each month, they also have the satisfaction from using a clean, renewable form of energy generation.”

CALCULATE THE SAVINGS, LOCATE THE DISCOUNTS To help calculate the cost of solar for your home relative to the monthly savings on your electric bill and the ultimate payoff, you will need to weigh the initial costs and maintenance costs of a solar In the Coachella Valley, owners can take advantage of a Property system against yearly savings and home valuation. This will help Assesses Clean Energy loan program to fund home and business you to decide if the investment in solar is worth the payoff or if energy improvements, including solar. The money is loaned to the leasing equipment is a more viable option. property, not the owner, and is paid as a part of the property tax bill. An online tool operated by the California Energy Commission can help you with the appropriate calculations. It’s available at SOLAR and YOUR HOME VALUE http://www.gosolarcalifornia.org/tools/save.php. Part of your decision may come down to determining how adding solar will increase your home value. Some appraisers are still learning how to value solar, but a common formula is 20 times the annual savings. As researchers continue to study data, the results are becoming as clear as the sun on a cloudless day. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) analyzed data on homes with photovoltaic (PV) systems from 2000-2009 in the study, “Exploring California PV Home Premiums,” and the results show that solar boots a home’s resale value. The LBNL report estimated that each 1-kilowatt (kW) increase in rooftop solar system size adds $5,911 to a home’s resale value. “Our analysis offers clear support that a premium exists in the marketplace, thus PV systems have value and their contribution to home values must be assessed,” states the report. You can read more at http://emp.lbl.gov/publications/exploring-california-pv- home-premiums.

You should also check with your city, state, county and local power companies for incentives or financing programs. The real discount is the 30-percent federal tax credit that expires at the end of 2016. It’s a credit against federal tax liability, so whether a person has the tax appetite or not is a major factor in whether it’s better to buy or lease. Good news for homeowners is that lease and finance options are expanding according to David Herrlinger of Hot Purple Energy, a solar-energy solutions company in Palm Springs, California. “It’s clear solar still saves you money even with an interest component, so the options will continue to grow,” he says.

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Saving With Solar—Real-Life Examples

This three-bedroom, two-bath home in Palm Desert, California, features 3,196 square feet of living space as well as a pool and spa. Yearly savings are estimated to be $7,967, with monthly electric payments dropping from an average of $766 to just $102. This purchased system will pay for itself in a little over five years. Using a formula based on the savings, it can add up to $159,000 to the home valuation, bringing the estimated value of this home from $733,000 to $892,000.

DO RESEARCH, GET MULTIPLE BIDS Once you decide that solar energy is cost effective and you want it, the biggest decision to make is whether to purchase, in essence In Rancho Mirage, California, this horse property, with stables, has becoming your own power plant, or have a company install solar eight bedrooms, seven baths and 9,554 square feet of living space on nearly panels on your roof and retain ownership while you make a fixed seven acres. Monthly electricity payments were about $2,000. It’s believed payment each month that will be lower than what you were paying they’ll drop to about $60 because there was room for enough solar to offset for traditional energy. There are plusses to both options. The 97 percent of the electric usage. Yearly energy savings are estimated to be option requires no money out-of-pocket because installation is free, over $24,000, with a payback period of just under six years. This solar while purchasing generates substantially more savings over the purchase could increase the value of the home by $480,000, to a current lifetime of the system. estimated value of $2.5 million. Whichever system you choose, using the best equipment backed by the best manufacturer is a good way to ensure that this asset produces the desired energy—and thus savings—for decades to come. All solar panels and solar leases are not created equal, so it’s important to shop around. SunPower, for example, a U.S. manufacturer, makes solar panels that deliver 44 percent more power than conventional panels of the same size. That means fewer panels on your roof, a more attractive array and room to expand in the future should you get an electric car.

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Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), which certifies solar installers. As with any home improvement, work only with licensed, bonded and insured contractors. It’s also important to receive multiple bids. Established local contractors are your best bet as they have relevant and accessible references as well as equipment that is tailored to desert heat. Take your time choosing; proper and careful installation is critical as cutting into the roof of your home can have major consequences if not done correctly. It would be a shame for all of your savings to go down the drain because of a leaky roof. Of course, reputable solar installers utilize techniques such as double flashing as needed and bring in qualified roofing companies that will offer their own warranty for their work. Solar Energy has proven itself to be reliable and less expensive than grid energy, but there is no one-size-fits-all approach to sizing a solar system or determining if it’s better to buy or lease. And even if you have run the numbers in the past, check them again. Pricing on equipment and installation has dropped dramatically in recent months while electric rates continue to rise. Putting the sun to work for you could just put some green back in your pockets, so why not do a little research to find out? You might be pleasantly surprised at what you discover. Still, you have to do some research and ask questions to determine ______which product and which company is right for your home . Jenell Fontes is a contributor to Desert Golf & Tennis and a Asking some key questions upfront, for example, will help premier luxury agent with Windermere Real Estate ensure that the company you choose will do a quality job. First, ask BRE#01833698. Contact her at 760.831.4126 or for qualifications, licenses and client references. You can check with [email protected] the California State License Board, The Desert Contractors Association and with the North American Board of Certified

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Thailand By Timothy J. Pade

Chiangmai Highlands Golf & Spa Resort luxury travel

he extraordinary reputation of Interestingly, caddies at all golf courses shower and change into clean clothes in the people of Thailand is not in Thailand are female. The caddy who the clubhouse. Most facilities are exaggerated. From the simplest holds your umbrella to protect you from expansive, providing more than 30 private Tfarming communities to cities the sun or fetches your favorite club will showers and large, beautifully appointed such as Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Thai also gladly massage your back and find a locker rooms. people are genuinely kind and sincere. And cold towel for your neck. And she’ll do And then there are the courses they are always smiling. That warmly that while also providing accurate yardage themselves. Siam Country Club in Pattaya welcoming attitude is contagious. and reading your putts. The cost for this has three championship golf courses. The Still considered by some a bit Third level of service is a mere 400 baht— qualifying course for the International World, Thailand actually enjoys a strong approximately $13! BMW Championships is one of the newer layouts and, as one would expect, it offers exceptional golf. Siam Country Club is the first privately owned golf course in Thailand and the first facility in the country to host an LPGA event. Its stunning contemporary clubhouse has everything. Owner Prasertchai Phornprapha, affectionately known as Khun Chai, is

Siam Country Club economy. The value of products and a high-quality lifestyle remain inexpensive there by comparison with much of the rest of the world. Accommodations at even the best hotels are affordable, and most come with the luxuries any world traveler wants and expects. The mantra we found in Thailand was “live our lifestyle.” Aside from rich cultural offerings, Thailand is one of the few places in the world that you can visit and enjoy a lifestyle that would come at a much higher price almost anywhere else today. Food, accommodations and, yes, golf are still inexpensive in Thailand, as are a multitude of luxury services including famed Thai massages. For many tourists, a primary benefit of visiting this incredible place is the lifestyle that can be enjoyed at a relatively modest price. For golfers, the benefits are even greater. This gorgeous, exotic country is home to some of the most beautiful golf courses in Siam Country Club Clubhouse the world. According to the Thai Golf Association, there are more than 200 golf Most golf courses also offer a high level proud of his club and of the lifestyle that his courses just from Phuket to Pattaya and on of amenities. In Thailand, for example, after country offers. “Here it’s all about how we to Bangkok. finishing a round of golf, it’s normal to live,” he says. “Where else can you live the

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Lotus Valley Golf Resort Hole No. 18 Lotus Valley Golf Resort Hole No. 18

Bamgra Golf Club

lifestyle we enjoy? Manicures, pedicures and massages are just a few of the luxuries easily afforded here. Thailand offers a lifestyle found nowhere else.” Another first-class facility is Lotus Valley Golf Resort. This Gary Player design is about an hour’s drive from Bangkok. Opened in 1998, Lotus Valley is a 7,015- yard championship layout with a modern clubhouse complete with Japanese baths. Greens fees vary from about $50 to $120 Lotus Valley Golf Resort per round, depending on the time of day, season, etc. amenity. This family facility provides for have been trained to entertain thousands The Kingdom of Thailand offers spectacular mountain golf at of visitors from around the world. Most championship golf with water features, fruit approximately $100 a round for visitors. impressive are the Guinness World Record trees and much of what you would find Opened in 2005, the Lee Schmidt and and Ripley’s Believe it or Not noted anywhere in the world. One golf course, Brian Curley design plays to a par 72 at painting elephants. These highly-trained- however, also includes monkeys. Seriously, 7,003 yards. pachyderms-turned-highly-paid-artists monkeys everywhere. Bangpra Golf Club Another excellent hotel in the area is commanded $50,000 for a painting titled north of Pattaya was built in 1958 and Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa, with just 74 “Lanna,” purchased by a Thai-born U.S. updated in 1988. This mature facility is one spacious, luxurious rooms and villas. businessman. Daily painted canvasses sell of the prettiest courses in the area, and it can Gorgeous teak furniture throughout and for as much as $100. The Elephant Camp be played for approximately $35-$90, an abundance of luxury touches make this is a must see when visiting Chiang Mai. depending on time and day of play. a property not to be missed. Also there is Wat Phra That Doi In Chiang Mai, in northwestern Chiang Mai is famous for the Maesa Suthep, a Theravada Buddhist temple and Thailand, Chiang Mai Highlands Golf and Elephant Camp, a conservation center the holiest shrine in northern Thailand. Spa Resort offers every conceivable with some 70 elephants on property that Built in 1386, the temple is on a

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Chiangmai Highlands Golf & Spa Resort

Chiangmai Highlands Golf & Spa Resort

mountaintop at 3,542 ft. and accessible by 300 steps or via a lift. The gold-plated temple is home to many shrines, bells, golden umbrellas and Buddha statues. Thailand has many temples in every village and city as well as in homes and businesses. The Thai people are extremely religious and these temples are fascinating places to visit.

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Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa

Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa

The names Doubletree, Hilton and Best Western in the United vacation, whether the focus is golf, tennis or exotic culture, and the States are typically associated with nice, modern accommodations. value for dollars spent is phenomenal. In Thailand, however, these brands are high-end luxury properties. For those interested in a Thai golf vacation, or golf getaway The new Hilton Pattaya is spectacular, as is the Hilton Sukhumvit anywhere in Asia, the go-to resource is GolfAsian. GolfAsian is a Bangkok, where gorgeous marble baths complement expansive leading tour operator and can provide discounted bookings for tee guest rooms. Restaurants at these hotels are on par with top times, accommodations and transportation. Simply log onto restaurants in New York or Las Vegas. golfasian.com . Thailand simply has too many incredible places to list in one ______article, but one thing is certain: there is no more amazing place to Tim Pade is the publisher of Desert Golf & Tennis

56 DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 BANGKOK AND VINCINITY • Eastern Star Golf Club • Alpine Golf & Sports Club • Great Lake Golf & Country Club • Bangkok Golf Club • Greenwood Country Club • Bangpakong Riverside Country Club • Khao Kheow Country Club • Chuan Chuen Golf Club • Laem Chabang International C. C. • Green Valley Country Club • Mountain Shadow Golf Club • Ekachai Golf & Country Club • Pattaya Country Club • Kiarti Thanee Country Club • Pattana Golf Resort & Sport Club • Krungthep Kreta Sports Club • Plutaluang Navy Golf Course • Krung Kavee Golf Course & C. C. • Phoenix G. & C. C. • Lakewood Country Club • Rayong Green Valley C. C. • Muang Ake Golf Course • Siam Country Club • Muang Ake Vista Golf Course • Sriracha International Golf Course • Muang Kaew Golf Course • Soi Dao Highland Golf Club • Navatanee Golf Course • St. Andrews 2000 • Panya Indra Golf Club • The Emerald Golf Resort • Pinehurst Golf & Country Club • The Legacy Crystal Bay Golf Club • Royal Army Sport Center • Treasure Hill G. & C. C. • Royal Lakeside Golf Club • Wanjuntr Golf Park Highland Course • Subhapruek Country Club • Wanjuntr Golf Park Valley Course • Tanya Tanee Country Club • Thai Country Club WEST (HUA HIN) • The Rosegarden Golf Club • Black Mountain Golf Course • The Royal Golf & Country Club • Hua Hin Seoul Country Club • The Vintage Club • Majestic Creek Country Club • Unico Golf Course • Palm Hills Golf Resort & C. C. • Windsor Park & Golf Club • Royal Hua Hin Golf Club • Sawang Resort Golf Club NORTH (CHIANG MAI - CHIANG RAI - SUKHOTHAI) • Springfield Royal Country Club • Chiang Mai Green Valley C. C. • The Imperial Lake View G. C. • Chiang Mai Highlands Golf & Spa • Chiang Mai Lamphun Golf Club WEST (KANCHANABURI - RIVER KWAE) • Lanna Golf Club • Blue Canyon C.C. - Canyon Course • Mae Jo Golf Club • Blue Canyon C.C. - Lakes Course • Royal Chiang Mai Golf Club • Laguna Golf Club • Santiburi G. & C. C. Chiang Rai • Loch Palm Golf Club • Waterford Valley Golf Club Chiang Rai • Phuket Country Club • Water Land Golf Course - Sukhothai • Mission Hills Phuket CC • Thai Muang Beach Golf & Marina NORTH EAST (KHAO YAI NATIONAL PARK) • Tublamu Royal Navy Golf Course • Bonanza Golf & Country Club • Forest Hills Golf & Country Club SOUTH (KOH SAMUI) • Khao Cha-Ngok Golf Course • Santiburi Samui Country Club • Kirimaya Golf Course & Resort • Mission Hills G. & C. C. MORE UP-COUNTRY COURSES • Rooks Korat Country Club • Rajaprabha Golf Course (Surat Thani) • Royal Hills Resort & Golf Club • Sirikit Dam Golf Course (Uttarathit) • Voyaga Panorama Golf Club • Victory Park Golf & Country Club (Nongkai) • Youth Garden Golf Course - Laos EAST (PATTAYA - EASTERN SEABOARD REGION) • Bangpra International G. & C. C. • Burapha Golf Club

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Morgan’s in the Desert fine Dining

lighting, since the airport’s runways are a stone’s throw from the restaurant. Chef/owner Daniel Villanueva is a recent transplant from Hollywood, where he catered to movie sets and movie stars, and he has already won the hearts and stomachs of locals and jetsetters. Balisage offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, its menu showcasing the familiar and familiar-with-a-twist. Fresh-baked breads and pastries and locally sourced ingredients turn into exceptional meals. Fresh buttermilk pancakes with berry compote butter and organic blue agave syrup, and poached eggs on brioche with lobster Hollandaise are two of the tasty breakfast items. Lunch dishes include a lobster on brioche sandwich with preserved lemon aioli, baby arugula and heirloom tomato, and grilled flatbread Balisage Bistro pizza with sun-dried tomato goat cheese, baby greens, apricots, Spanish The Coachella Valley currently has culinary scene and a slew of fabulous chorizo and Manchego cheese. For some 500,000 year-round residents, and restaurants to match. dinner, options run the delicious gamut even though summer temperatures can from paella with sautéed shrimp, hover in the low 100s, the restaurant scene Balisage Bistro(145 N. Gene Autry Trail, whitefish, mussels, preserved lemon and is bustling. Maybe it’s because the AC is Palm Springs; 760.406.4565) is around the saffron Arborio rice to citrus-steamed free and residents don’t want to turn on corner from Palm Springs International baby-back ribs in banana leaves with their own stoves to create more heat. But Airport, next to Atlantic Aviation, a private orange harissa. Take-out, in-home, in- most likely it’s because the Coachella and charter-plane airport. It cleverly derives flight and event catering are available. Valley has rising stars on its impressive its name from the French term for runway Open daily 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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Appetito The fresh pastas are handmade daily, and the Mozzarella and Stracciatella are made fresh regularly. This is a great spot for nibbling and sipping. A snack menu includes a cheese board with walnut bread, local honey and strawberry preserves; crispy calamari with spicy romesco sauce; pea and prosciutto arancini; and marinated octopus with lima beans. Several pasta combinations, including mushroom ravioli with asparagus and classic linguini and clams, are offered in two portion sizes. Various panini, flatbreads, pizzas, salads, sliders and desserts round out the menu. A “slushy machine” turns out incredibly refreshing frozen cocktails to assuage the summer heat. There’s also a Negroni bar. Named after Florentine Count Camillo Negroni, this cocktail is made of one part gin, one part vermouth rosso (red, semi-sweet) and one part Campari, garnished with orange peel. Also on hand is house-made limoncello. If you’re yearning for an authentic Italian dining Appetito (1700 Camino Real, Palm traditions. Managing Partner Patrick Service, experience, you can get your fix here Springs; 760.327.1929) identifies itself as a General Manager John Shea and Culinary without the expense (and aggravation) of “Cal-Italian Deli,” meaning its cuisine Institute of America Chef Chad Shaner have flying halfway around the world. Open showcases a mix of fresh California produce created an atmosphere and menu that even 11a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.- and imported Italian ingredients and Mario Batali would appreciate. 11 p.m. Friday-Saturday

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Morgan’s in the Desert (49-499 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta; 760.564.7600) is a remarkable place. Named after Walter H. Morgan, who built the La Quinta Hotel in the 1920s to entertain his Hollywood pals, Morgan’s is within the 21st century La Quinta Resort and Spa, which has grown into one of the top resort and spa properties on the planet. Morgan’s is a reincarnation of the ambiance of those early days with the added culinary magic of three-time James Beard Award winning chef Jimmy Schmidt and his team. The menus change every couple of weeks, and in the summer there are also special “festival” menus celebrating ingredients at their peak. From July 29- August 11 is the sweet corn and Maine lobster event, for example. Each has an optional wine pairing. Menus range from $45 to $55 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. The Bar Bites menu offers exceptional cheeses as well as flatbreads laden with delicious meats, oils and veggies, and there’s live music most nights. Dinner nightly 5:00-10:00 p.m.

The Steakhouse (32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 888.999.1995) at Morgan’s in the Desert Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa is a treasure in the middle of the Coachella

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Valley. The most elegant and upscale restaurant at the resort, this destination has a menu and wine list that keep the place filled with food and wine connoisseurs. Appetizers include wild-caught Mexican white shrimp cocktail, Korean barbecued beef short ribs (Kalbi) and Maryland-style crab cakes. Of course, the centerpiece here is the hand-selected USDA Prime corn-fed beef that’s aged for 21 days and seasoned with a proprietary award-winning dry rub. Filet mignon, rib eye and New York steaks can be enhanced with such possibilities as Shaft bleu cheese crust or lobster, or served Oscar style with king crab, asparagus and Béarnaise. If you’re not a beefeater, there are other superlative choices, including Duroc dry-aged pork chops, charbroiled lamb chops from Superior Farms and seafood pasta. The long list of sides ranges from twice-baked potatoes, steakhouse fries and caramelized onions & wild mushrooms to white truffle mac & cheese with pancetta. For the high rollers, there is a selection of excellent caviar. Open 4:00-10:00 p.m. weeknights, 5:00-11:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday. ______Janet Newcomb is a staff writer with The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Desert Golf & Tennis

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By Aaron Atwood luxury Autos

aguar is mixing things up. In the new F-Type Roadster, they’ve combined speed with design to give any sports car on the market a run. The roofline swoops. The rear end is Jcurves. The front end dips. The roadster is different than your typical Jaguar sedan. You’ll find hints of the Jaguar DNA coming through in the interior and grill, but there’s not much else to suggest the family tree. The F-Type front end is sleek but hints at the muscle under the hood. Small vertically oriented headlamps peer ahead like a

beast. Two air vents near the top of the hood add dimension and much-needed oxygen for the power plant below. This is the most powerful production model to roll off the line in the distinguished history of Jaguar. The 5-liter V8 is born with 550 horsepower. Sadly, it’ll never see its full potential because Jaguar engineers chose to limit the top speed to 186 mph to keep from having to put tougher tires on the car. At speeds above 70 mph, a spoiler deploys to reduce lift by an estimated 265 pounds. The look of the F-Type is classic sporty roadster. This is such a departure from Jaguar’s typical design that some inside the company are calling it a game changer. Whether the game is changed or not is left to interpretation, but the look is decidedly different. If the Porsche 911 is the gold standard, the F-Type is closer to matching it than any Jag in this decade. The performance should win awards. A zero-to-60 time of 3.5 seconds puts the F-Type in an elite category. This is muscle with a refined finish. The V8 unleashes 502 pound-feet of torque at its maximum RPM. This is glue-you-to-the-seat, butterfly-in-your- stomach stuff. The cornering is electronically controlled with sensors to keep tires from slipping or drifting, making it not only quick but safe. The hydroformed aluminum frame is as rigid as a private school’s honor policy—the frame just does not give in the hard

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turns. Beams run over the roof and through the mid section, essentially replacing the B pillars. This rigidity helps shrug the ultra-luxe label and add some street cred in the performance department. The roof, incidentally, can be aluminum or full glass for stargazing. Take a look at the backend of this beast and you’ll feel your heart race. It’s an unspoken rule that you’ve made a true sports car when you can make hearts pound with an exhaust note and a taillight. The rear shoulders of the of the F-Type look strong and sleek, the taillights are thin and lean. Inside the F-Type Coupe the softer side of Jaguar is still in full force. Supple leather juxtaposes against the recessed dash instruments. The passenger gets a grab handle, which leaves no doubt to the true intent. Bucket racing seats aren’t the kind in which you’ll want to take a cross- country road trip, but your daily commute will have no ill effects. The fun of driving the F-Type is engaging the dynamic driving system,

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that Jaguar is back in the business of sports cars. The game has changed, there’s a Jaguar loose and the competition should beware. ______Aaron Atwood is a contributing writer to Desert Golf & Tennis

Where to Find Your Own F-Type

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Iconic American sage, scathing social commentator and Bartholomew, listing the fine detail of “Shindo lace tips hand-rolled smarty-pants 19th-century author Mark Twain, aka Samuel in Japan.” Clemens, once famously opined, “Golf is a good walk spoiled.” Wow. We had many questions for this young entrepreneur, From across the pond comes a rebuttal from award-winning whose innovative line is just beginning to roll out across the globe UK golf-shoe designer Alex Bartholomew. “It is said you should exclusively to the most discriminating stores. Like Cinderella’s glass invest in two things: a good bed and good shoes, because if you slipper, whether snazzy or signature style, these golf shoes are a aren’t in one, you are in the other.” perfect fit for pros and amateurs. Desert Golf & Tennis sat down Bartholomew’s Royal Albartross Golf Shoe collection may not with Bartholomew to get the scoop on exactly what makes these have a royal pedigree, but it does have superior breeding in new shoes so fabulous. technology for “those who like the finer things in life,” says

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DGT Why the intriguing label Royal Albartross for a line of golf DGT What are the detailing differences you mentioned? shoes? AB The signature toe shapes, polished eyelets, silver lace tips. The AB It was named for the golfing term albatross (a double eagle). leather stretches in a certain direction; the seams are thinned to But that was trademarked so I added a few letters and the word avoid abrasion. All trims are designed for heavy foot-traffic wear Royal. My name AlBart is in there and my now husband Ross. Not with a moisture barrier and anti-microbial treatment protection. planned. Meant to be! Each pair is a finely tuned and very practical work of art that arrives in an RA shoebox, whether it’s a new riff on a classic saddle shoe or DGT Why golf shoes? Why not polo shirts and plaid pants with a sassy style in glossy patent leather or exotic snakeskin. matching visors? DGT Where does comfort come in? AB Always a follower of fashion and shoes, it struck me that this beautiful game played by gentlemen and women in such AB People expect to have to wear in their shoes before venturing surroundings was severely lacking on the shoe front. While at on the course and I really enjoy seeing their faces when they try on Brighton University, I came upon the industry by chance, working a pair of Royal Albartross for the first time. These shoes are for a shoemaker. My final textiles/footwear catwalk collection remarkably comfortable; the linings are super soft and the insoles showcased a men’s brogue that everyone loved and thought looked very cushioned. We put this down to our factory’s secret material rather golf-like. Having taken up golf, I found the choices for and construction combinations—the shoes really do mold to your women were copies of clumsy men’s styles in smaller sizes. It feet very quickly. We enjoy a technical partnership with Champ Q- literally went from there. lok cleats and receptacles for traction and support. I’d challenge any serious golfer to find a better choice in golf shoes . DGT What gives Royal Albartross golf shoes the edge on the competition? DGT What’s in the future for Royal Albartross Golf Shoes? Does her majesty wear them? What about celebs? Any ABThe sport remained pretty unaffected by trends and technical bragging rights for awards? developments in fashion apparel for a very long time while players obsessed over the newest driver technology. And as a niche market, AB The future is looking bright! Our soft-sole collection has been that left the door open to us. We walked right in. I was still new to so well received, and we have opened a number of key retail the business and success doesn’t’ come easy. We have modified our accounts in the UK and the USA this year. We are also extending “last” (model) shapes and focused on comfort, never losing sight of the collection to include further golf accessories. I don't believe we our brand message. We don’t compete with mainstream brands; we have many golf-playing Royals in the UK, but if they did, I am sure offer a luxurious design-led golf shoe combined with superior we would be regarded! And here are a few of our Celeb-fans: Jodie componentry and materials, down to the finest details. Kidd, George Lopez, Anthony Anderson, Dougray Scott, Michael Collins, Dan Walker, Anton du Beke, Clay Buchholz, Eric Gagne. DGT Workmanship is critical to your brand but isn’t We received the 2014 MyGolfSpy winner of best golf shoes in shoemaking a dying art? both spikeless and spiked categories. Thank you for asking!

AB Our factory is in Montegranaro, Italy, the heart of the Italian Shopping Details shoemaking region. The area in particular encompasses years of In the USA Royal Albartross Golf Shoes can be found at: the real art of manufacturing shoes and handwork. There are Lady Golf the Fashion House, Palm Desert, California. master craftsmen who know everything about materials, fit and Spanish Oaks Golf Club, Austin, Texas comfort with so many years of experience. It takes eight weeks and The Club, Carmel, California 70 hours to finish each pair. Online with TrendyGolf, trendygolfusa.com ______Diane Marlin-Dirkx is a staff writer with Desert Golf & Tennis

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Roberto Coin

John Hardy

David Yurman Temple St. Clair

Bulgari

By Alison Elsner

Roberto Coin fine Jewelry

The strongest trends are often those Braided Chain Bracelet displays a striking And, just to ensure men can get in on that incorporate classic elements while synergy of braided chains in woven the trend, Marco Bicego’s ‘Cairo’ Cigar introducing an attention-grabbing twist, sterling, clamped with the sharp bite of a Band Ring has a minimalist logo-etched especially in the world of fashion and fine Balinese dragon gleaming in 18-karat setting which adds sleek balance to an jewels. yellow gold and glowing with cabochon artistically textured band, hand cast from According to Harper’s Bazaar and ruby eyes. This seven-inch work of wrist bright 18-karat gold and priced at $3,370. FashionAllure.com, one of the hottest art is available for $2,600. To really rock the styles for fall, keep jewelry trends for fall-winter 2014-15 is To accompany the bracelet, the Naga accessories simple to make a trendy piece the figurative cuff, crafted in different Collection Black Sapphire, Ruby, Gold and pop. The bolder a specific piece, the better shapes and worn on one or both wrists. A Sterling Silver Dragon Ring is a statement it is to downplay complementary pieces. cuff has the power to transform a piece featuring a black-and-white- ______traditional look into a bold, stylish power sapphire-encrusted sterling silver dragon Alison Elsner is a contributing writer statement. design accented with radiant 18-karat gold to Desert Golf & Tennis and ruby eyes. The ring is 1.4 inches wide CUFFS and is priced at $1,695. David Yurman has the trend covered Italian jewelry designer Marco Bicego in two pieces that confidently provides a variation on the gold-chain Try the Trends complement fall fashion choices. His theme with his 18-karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Silver Starburst Bypass Cuff Necklace from the Lunaria Collection. Leeds & Son Fine Jewelers Bracelet showcases white diamonds (0.56 Measuring 18 inches in length and 73-670 El Paseo tcw) with sterling silver, measuring 1.5 retailing for $7,410, the organically shaped Palm Desert, CA 92260 inches wide and 2.5 inches in diameter, 18-karat gold stones compose a radiant 760.568.5266 selling for $1,950. and timeless design. leedsandson.com His Labyrinth Double-Loop Cuff with Bicego has artfully combined the gold Diamonds and Gold from the Labyrinth trend with another fall trend, dangling and * Sells Marco Bicego Collection is designed with a sparkling mix large earrings, to create a look that’s of sterling silver, 18-karat yellow gold and effortlessly chic. Pendant and drop earrings Saks Fifth Avenue pavé diamonds (2.21 tcw). 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Suite 1702 For a more modestly priced option, yet Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 just as cosmopolitan, there’s the Bulgari RINGS 702-650-2988 Bulgari gold bangle bracelet with Fashion editors agree that bold rings bellussojewelers.com diamonds, available in pink or white gold. remain a trend, especially when they Both bangles are versatile enough to be exhibit precious stones. * Sells Bulgari flaunted by a man or woman, and each Temple St. Clair features its Diamond retails for $7,770. and Yellow Gold Vine Ring for $5,500, Hyde Park Jewelers from the Classic Gold Collection. A Biltmore Fashion Park CHAINS & CHUNKY DESIGNS gorgeous 18-karat yellow gold vine is 2502 E. Camelback Rd. Gold chains and chunky pieces galore edged at either side with glittering Phoenix, AZ 85016 also stood out at Fashion Week catwalks diamonds (0.8 tcw). 602-667-3541 this past Spring in Paris, Milan and New David Yurman’s Starburst Medium hydeparkjewelers.com York, establishing dominance as seasonal Ring with Diamonds blends sterling silver must-haves for fall and winter. Fashionistas and pavé diamonds (0.50 tcw). High style * Sells Temple St. Clair and Marco Bicego are encouraged to layer their chains and and stunning in its simplicity, it retails for bulk them up to accentuate the trend even $1,650. Roberto Coin more. Bulgari’s day-into-night Intarsio ring 73151 El Paseo John Hardy has created a pair of showcases a mosaic of shapes, combining Palm Desert, CA 92260 matching pieces to fit the trend, which round and squared insertions of pavé 760.568.2668 announce one’s entrance but won’t diamonds and onyx elegantly outlined by robertocoin.com overwhelm the visual or the cultural white gold, for $8,150. The Intarsio collection senses. The Naga Collection Ruby, Gold reflects Mediterranean architecture, deeply and Sterling Silver Medium Dragon influenced by the arabesque movement.

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1. Ahwatukee Tennis Center 2. Carefree Tennis and Bike Ranch 3. Camelback Village Racquet, Health Club 4. Chandler Tennis Center 5. Club SAR Fitness Center 6. Copper Wynd 7. Gainey Ranch 8. Gene Autry Sports Complex 9. Gold Key Racquet Club 10. Granada Park 11. Kiwanis Recreation Center 12. La Camarilla Racquet, FSC Camelback Village Racquet and Health Club Granada Park 13. Mt View Tennis Center (602) 840-6412, 4444 East Camelback Road, (602) 262-6696, 6505 North 20th Avenue, Phoenix. 14. Mariposa Park Phoenix. Semiprivate Public 15. Paradise Valley Country Club 16. Paseo Racquet Center 17. Playa Margarita Park Chandler Tennis Center Kiwanis Recreation Center 18. Phoenix Country Club (480) 782-2650, 2250 S McQueen Rd, Chandler. (480) 350-5201 ,6111 S All America Way, Tempe. 19. Phoenix Tennis Center Public Public 20. Pinnacle Peak Country Club La Camarilla Racquet, Fitness and Swim Club 21. Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort Club SAR Fitness Center (480) 998-3388, 5320 East Shea Boulevard, 22. Racquet Club Condo Rental (480) 312-2669, 8055 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale. Private 23. Rose Mofford Sports Complex Scottsdale. Private 24. Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort Mt View Tennis Center 25. Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club Copper Wynd (602) 534-2500, 1104 E Grovers Ave, Phoenix. 26. Surprise Tennis Complex (480) 333-1842, 13325 North Eagle Ridge Drive, Public 27. Thunderbird Park 28. Villa de Paz Recreation Association Fountain Hills. Resort 29. Vistas Recreation Center Mariposa Park Gainey Ranch (602) 262-6575, 3203 West Morten Avenue, (480) 951-0321, 7720 East Gainey Ranch Road, Phoenix. Public Scottsdale. Private Ahwatukee Tennis Center Paradise Valley Country Club (480) 893-3431, 4700 E Warner Rd, Phoenix. Gene Autry Sports Complex (602) 840-8100, 7101 N Tatum Blvd, Paradise Valley. Semiprivate (480) 654-3787, 4125 E McKellips Rd, Mesa. Public Private Gold Key Racquet Club Carefree Tennis and Bike Ranch (602) 993-1900, 12826 N 3rd St, Phoenix. Paseo Racquet Center (480) 488-7106, 37220 N Mule Train Road, Carefree Semiprivate (623) 979-1234, 6268 Thunderbird Road, Glendale Public

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Playa Margarita Park (602) 262-6716, 3615 West Roeser Road, Phoenix. Public

Phoenix Country Club (602) 263-5208, 2901 N 7th St, Phoenix. Private

Phoenix Tennis Center (602) 249-3712, 6330 N 21st Ave, Phoenix. Public

Pinnacle Peak Country Club (480) 585-6992, 8701 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. Private

Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort (602) 997-2626, 7677 North 16th Street, Phoenix. Resort

Racquet Club Condo Rental (602) 316-6738, 9708 East Vía Linda, Scottsdale. Resort

Rose Mofford Sports Complex (602) 261-8011, 9833 N 25th Ave, Phoenix. Public

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa (480) 948-2100, 5700 East McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley. Resort Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club Tucson Arizona (480) 344-0600, 8235 East Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale. Resort 1. Ft Lowell Tennis Center Surprise Tennis Complex 2. Himmel Park Tennis Center (623) 222-2400, 14469 W Paradise Ln, Surprise. 3. Quail Valley Tennis Club Public 4. Reffkin Tennis Center 5. Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort Thunderbird Park 6. Saguaro Aquatics & Tennis (480) 312-7275, 9170 E. Thunderbird Road, Reffkin Tennis Center 7. Sarver Tennis Center at the Tucson Jewish Scottsdale. Public (520) 791-4896, 50 South Alvernon Way, Tucson. Community Center Public 8. Skyline Country Club Villa de Paz Recreation Association 9. The Highlands at Dove Mountain (623) 877-9179, 10320 W Campbell Ave, Phoenix. Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf Private 10. Tucson Racquet & Fitness Club and Tennis Resort 11. Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa (520) 544-5000, 10000 N Oracle Rd, Tucson. Resort Vistas Recreation Center (623) 566-6178, 18823 N Country Club Pkwy, Peoria. Public Saguaro Aquatics & Tennis (520) 638-8040, 2045 W Omar Dr, Tucson. Private The Highlands at Dove Mountain (520) 579-9574, 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. Private Sarver Tennis Center at the Tucson Jewish Tucson Community Center Tucson Racquet & Fitness Club (520) 299-3000, 3800 E River Rd Tucson. Private (520) 795-6960, 4001 North Country Club Road, Tucson. Private Skyline Country Club Ft Lowell Tennis Center (520) 299-1111, 5200 North Saint Andrews Drive, Westward Look Wyndham Grand (520) 791-2584, 2900 North Craycroft Road, Tucson. Tucson. Private Resort and Spa Public (520) 297-1151, 245 E Ina Rd, Tucson. Resort

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Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA Madeira Canyon Park (702) 877-9622, 4141 Meadows Ln Las Vegas. (702) 267-5840, 2390 Democracy Dr Henderson. Las Vegas Public Public Bruce Trent Park Monte Carlo Resort and Casino 1. Alexis Park Resort Hotel (702) 229-6718, N Rampart, Las Vegas. Public (702) 730-7777, 3770 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas. 1. Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino Resort 1. The Carriage House The Carriage House 1. Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas (702) 798-1020, 105 E Harmon Ave, Las Vegas. Palms Casino Resort 1. Flamingo Tennis Resort (702) 942-7777, 4321 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas. 1. The Flamingo Las Vegas 1. Frank and Vicki Fertitta Tennis Complex Resort 1. Harrah’s Las Vegas Canyon Gate Country Club 1. Las Vegas Hilton (702) 605-0643, 2001 Canyon Gate Dr Las Vegas. Paseo Verde Park 1. LVH - Las Vegas Hotel & Casino Private (702) 267-5840, 1840 Desert Shadow Trl, 1. Monte Carlo Resort and Casino Henderson. Public 1. Polo Towers Club De Soleil 1. Treasure Island (702) 507-9400, 5625 W Tropicana Ave Las Vegas. Paul Meyer Park Resort 7442 Coffeyville Ave Las Vegas. Public 2. Aliante Nature Discovery Park 3. Angel Park ClubSport Green Valley Peccole Ranch Tennis Club 4. Anthem Country Club (702) 454-6000, 2100 Olympic Ave, Henderson. (702) 255-3351, 9501 Red Hills Rd Las Vegas. 5. Arbors Tennis & Play Park Private Private 6. Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA 7. Bruce Trent Park Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas The Plaza Hotel and Casino 8. Canyon Gate Country Club (702) 698-7000, 3708 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas. (702) 386-2110, 1 S Main St, Las Vegas. Resort 9. Club De Soleil Resort 10. ClubSport Green Valley Polo Towers 11. Darling Tennis Center Darling Tennis Center (702) 261-1000, 3745 South Las Vegas Boulevard, 12. Desert Palm Tennis Club 13. Dragonridge Country Club (702) 229-2100, 7901 W Washington Ave, Las Las Vegas. Resort 14. Gardens Park Vegas. Public 15. Las Vegas Motorcoach Resort Pro Tennis Inc. 16. Lorenzi Park Tennis Courts Desert Palm Tennis Club (702) 732-1861 3000, Joe W Brown Dr, Las Vegas. 17. Madeira Canyon Park (702) 368-2800, 3090 S Jones Blvd, Las Vegas. Private 18. Palms Casino Resort Public 19. Paseo Verde Park Rafael Rivera Park 20. Paul Meyer Park Dragonridge Country Club (702) 229-6718, 2998 E Stewart Ave, Las Vegas. 21. Peccole Ranch Tennis Club (702) 614-4444, 552 S Stephanie St, Henderson. Public 22. The Plaza Hotel and Casino Private 23. Pro Tennis Inc. Riviera Hotel & Casino 24. Rafael Rivera Park Flamingo Tennis (702) 734-5110, 2901 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas. 25. Riviera Hotel & Casino (702) 733-3444, 3555 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas. Resort 26. Rodeo Park Public 27. Spa At Southern Highlands Rodeo Park 28. Sunset Park The Flamingo Las Vegas (702) 267-5710, 810 Aspen Peak Loop, Henderson. 29. The Vistas Park (702) 733-3111, 3555 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Public 30. The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa Las Vegas. Resort 31. The Willows Park 32. Trail Canyon Park Spa At Southern Highlands Frank and Vicki Fertitta Tennis Complex 3663 Robert Trent Jones Ln, Las Vegas. Resort (702) 895-3011, 854-886 E Harmon Ave, Las Vegas. Public Sunset Park Alexis Park Resort Hotel (702) 455-8200, 2601 E Sunset Rd, Las Vegas. (702) 796-3310, 375 East Harmon Ave, Las Vegas . Gardens Park Public Resort (702) 562-4890, 10401 Garden Park Dr, Las Vegas. Public The Vistas Park Aliante Nature Discovery Park (702) 229-2330, 11311 Alta Dr, Las Vegas . Public (702) 633-2418, 2600 Nature Park Dr North Las Harrah’s Las Vegas Vegas. Public (702) 369-5000, 3475 South Las Vegas Boulevard. The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa Resort (702) 836-5900, 160 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas . Angel Park Resort (702) 229-6011, Angel Park Trail, Las Vegas. Public Las Vegas Hilton (702) 732-5111, 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas . The Willows Park Anthem Country Club Resort (702) 240-6500, 2775 Desert Marigold Ln, Las (702) 614-5000, 1 Club Side Dr, Henderson. Vegas. Public Private Las Vegas Motorcoach Resort 8175 Arville Street Las Vegas. Resort Trail Canyon Park Arbors Tennis & Play Park 1065 Trail Canyon Rd, Henderson. Public (702) 233-5831, 610 Far Hills Ave Las Vegas. Public LVH - Las Vegas Hotel & Casino (702) 897-9300, 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas. Public Treasure Island Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino 3300 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas. Resort (702) 967-4111, 3645 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas. Lorenzi Park Tennis Courts Resort (702) 229-486, W Washington Ave, Las Vegas. Public

DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 77 desertgolfandtennis.com Private tennis Clubs Directory Coachella Valley CLUB ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER OF COURTS Avondale Golf Club 75800 Avondale Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 345-2727 1 Deep Canyon Tennis Club 73120 Frank Feltrop, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 568-6822 13 Desert Princess Country Club 28555 Landau Blvd, Cathedral City, CA 92234 (760) 322-1655 10 Iron Wood Country Club 73735 Irontree Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 346-0551 13 Mission Hills Country Club 34600 Mission Hills Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 324-9400 34 Motorcoach Country Club 80-501 Avenue 48, Indio, CA 92201 (760) 863-0789 3 Mountain View Country Club 80375 Pomelo, La Quinta, CA 92253 (760) 771-4311 4 Palm Desert Tennis Club 48240 Racquet Ln., Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 346-5683 8 Sunrise Country Club 71-601 Country Club Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 328-6549 13 Tamarisk Country Club 70240 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 328-2141 6 The Club at PGA WEST 55-955 Pga Blvd, La Quinta, CA 92253 (760) 564-7111 19 The Springs Country Club 1 Duke Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 324-8292 11 The Village Racquet Club 951 Village Square South, Palm Springs CA, 92262 (760) 325-3884 3

Phoenix &tucson Phoenix CLUB ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER OF COURTS

Club SAR Fitness Center 8055 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (480) 312-2669 13 Gainey Ranch 7720 East Gainey Ranch Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (480) 951-0321 7 La Camarilla Racquet, FSC 5320 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (480) 998-3388 16 Paradise Valley Country Club 7101 N Tatum Blvd, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (602) 840-8100 9 Phoenix Country Club 2901 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85014 (602) 263-5208 10 Pinnacle Peak Country Club 8701 E Pinnacle Peak Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 585-6992 2 Villa de Paz Recreation Assoc. 10320 W Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037 (623) 877-9179 2 Tucson Sarver Tennis Center 3800 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718 (520) 299-3000 6 Skyline Country Club 5200 E. St. Andrews Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718 (520) 299-1111 6 The Highlands at Dove Mtn 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana, AZ 85658 (520) 579-9574 4 Tucson Racquet & Fitness Club 4001 N Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 795-6960 33 las Vegas CLUB ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER OF COURTS

Anthem Country Club 1 Club Side Dr, Henderson, NV 89052 (702) 614-5000 6 Canyon Gate Country Club 2001 Canyon Gate Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89117 (702) 605-0643 5 ClubSport Green Valley 2100 Olympic Avenue, Henderson, NV 89014 (702) 454-6000 14 Dragonridge Country Club 1400 Foothills Village Dr., Henderson, NV 89012 (702) 614-4444 5 Las Vegas Country Club 3000 Joe Brown Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (702) 734-1122 6 Peccole Ranch Tennis Club 9501 Red Hills Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89117 (702) 255-3351 4 Red Rock Country Club 2250 Red Springs Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89135 (702) 304-5600 9

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28. Indio Golf Club 56. Portola Country Club Coachella Valley 29. Ironwood Country Club 57. The Quarry at La Quinta 30. Ivey Ranch Country Club 58. Rancho La Quinta Country Club 1. Andulusia at Coral Mountain 31. La Quinta Country Club 59. Rancho Las Palmas Country 2. Avondale Golf Club 32. La Quinta Resort & Club Club 3. Bermuda Dunes Country Club 33. The Lakes Country Club 60. Rancho Mirage Country Club 4. Bighorn Golf Club 34. Marrakesh Country Club 61. The Reserve 5. Calimesa Country Club 35. Marriott’s Desert Springs 62. Santa Rosa Country Club 6. Indian Canyons Golf Resort Resort 36. Marriott’s Shadow 63. Shadow Hills Golf Club 7. Cathedral Canyon Country Club Ridge Resort 64. Shadow Mountain Golf Club 8. Chaparral Country Club 37. Mesquite Country Club 65. SilverRock Resort Calimesa Country Club 9. Cimarron Golf Resort 38. Mission Lakes Country Club 66. The Springs Club 909-795-2488, 1300 S. third Street, Calimesa. 10. Classic Club 39. Mission Hills Country Club 67. Stone Eagle Golf Club Public /18/68.3/115/5970. 11. Date Palm Country Club 40. Monterey Country Club 68. Sunrise Country Club 12. Desert Dunes Golf Course 43. Morningside, The Club at 69. Tamarisk Country Club Cathedral Canyon Country Club 13. Desert Falls Country Club 41. Mountain View CC at La Quinta 70. Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort desertgolfer.com, 68311 Paseo Real, Cathedral City. 14. Desert Horizons Country Club 42. Mountain Vista GC at Sun City 71. TERR Lago, Golf Club at 15. Desert Island Golf & Country 44. Oasis Country Club 72. Thunderbird Country Club Lake/Mountain: Semiprivate /18/71.1/130/6510 Club 45. Outdoor Resort & Country Club 73. Toscana Country Club Mountain/Arroyo: Semiprivate /18/70.9/126/6482 16. Desert Princess Country Club 47. Palm Desert Resort Country 74. Tradition Golf Club Lake/Arroyo: Semiprivate /18/70.3/125/6366. 17. Desert Willow Golf Course Club 75. Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta 18. Eldorado Country Club 48. Palm Desert Greens Country 76. Club at Shenandoah Springs Chaparral Country Club 20. Heritage Palms Golf Course Club 77. The Vintage Club 760-340-1893/100 Chaparral Drive, Palm Desert. 21. The Hideaway 49. Palm Royale Country Club 78. Westin Mission Hills Resort Private /58.8/97/3913. 22. Indian Canyons Golf Resort 50. Palm Springs Country Club 79. Woodhaven Country Club 23. Indian Palms Country Club 51. Palm Valley Country Club 80. PGA West: Jack Nicklaus: TPC 24. Indian Springs Golf & Country 52. The Palms Golf Club Stadium Course Cimarron Golf Resort Club 53. PGA West: Arnold Palmer: 81. Madison Club desertgolfer.com. 67-603 30th Ave., Catheradal City. 25. Indian Ridge Country Club Tom Weiskopf 82. Eagle Falls Golf Course Long Course: Public /18/70.5/119/6446 26. Indian Wells Country Club 54. PGA West: Greg Norman 83. The Plantation Short Course: Public /56.5/88/2882. 27. Indian Wells Golf Resort Course 84. Escena Golf Club Classic Club 760-601-3600, desertgolfer.com Andulusia at Coral Mountain Bermuda Dunes Country Club 75-200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert, 760-777-1050, 58-830 Marbella Lane, La Quinta. 760-345-2771, 42-360 Adams St., Bermuda Dunes. Public/Resort /18/72/137/7305. Private /18/76.0/140/7521. Classic 1 & Lake Course: Private /18/70.6/123/6364 Classic 2 & Lake Course: Private /18/71.2/128/6437 Club at Shenandoah Springs Avondale Golf Club Classic Course: Private /18/71.6/126/6555. 760-343-3669, 32-610 Desert Moon Drive, Thousand 760-345-2727, 75-800 Avondale Drive, Palm Desert. Palms. Private /18/64.3/121/5465. Private /18/72.4/127/6782. Bighorn Golf Club 760-341-4653, 255 Palowet Drive, Palm Desert. The Date Palm Country Club Canyons: Private /18/70.8/129/6305 760-328-1315, 36-200 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City . Mountains: Private /18/70.1/132/6169. Semiprivate /54.0/85/3083.

80 DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 desertgolfandtennis.com Golf Clubs Indian Springs Golf & Country Club desertgolfer.com, 79-940 Westward Ho Dr., Indio. Public /18/68.7/120/6104.

Indian Ridge Country Club 760-772-7272, 76-375 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert . Arroyo Course: Private /18/70.5/129/6293 Grove Course: Private /18/70.9/128/6410.

Indian Wells Country Club 760-345-2561, 46-000 Club Drive, Indian Wells. Classic: Private /18/71.0/127/6478 Cove: Private /18/71.5/121/6558.

Indian Wells Golf Resort desertgolfer.com , 44-500 Indian Wells Lane. Indian Wells. Resort /18/69.9/128/6135.

Indio Golf Club 760-347-9156, 83-040 Avenue 42, Indio. Public /54.1/77/3004.

Ironwood Country Club 760-346-0551, 73-735 IronTree Drive, Palm Desert. South Course: Private /18/75.1/133/7256 North Course: Private /18/68.8/123/6065.

Ivey Ranch Country Club 760-343-2013, 74-580 Varner Road, Thousand Palms. Semiprivate /18/65.8/108/5266.

La Quinta Country Club 760-564-4151, 77-750 Avenue 50, La Quinta. Private /18/71.8/131/6554.

La Quinta Resort & Club desertgolfer.com, 50-200 Avenida Vista, La Quinta. Dunes: Resort/Semiprivate /18/73.4/36/6747 Mountain: Resort/Semiprivate /18/72.6/135/6700 . 760-564-7620, 50-503 Jefferson St, La Quinta. Citrus: Private /18/72/7,106/113.

Desert Dunes Golf Course Eldorado Country Club The Lakes Country Club 760-568-4321 desertgolfer.com, 19-300 Palm Drive, Desert Hot 760-346-8081, 46-000 Fairway Drive, Indian Wells. 161 Old Ranch Road, Palm Desert. Springs. Public /18/71.1/128/6175. Private /18/71.4/128/6534. Sount/North: Private /72.1/128/6631 North/East: Private /18/70.5/129/6371 Desert Falls Country Club Escena Golf Club East/South: Private /18/71.7/129/6620 desertgolfer.com , 1111 Desert Falls Pkwy, Palm 760-778-2737, 1100 Clubhouse View Dr., Palm Old South: Private /18/71.1/129/6439. Desert. Semiprivate /18/72.2/128/6702. Springs, Public /18/74.2/130/7173. Madison Club Desert Horizons Country Club Heritage Palms Golf Course 760-391-4500, 53-035 Meriwether Way, La Quinta. 760-340-4646, 44-900 Desert Horizons Drive, Indian desertgolfer.com, 44-291 Heritage Palm Drive South, Private /18/75.4/143/7426. Wells. Private/ 18/70.1/119/6163. Indio. Semiprivate /18/69.9/119/6293. Marrakesh Country Club Desert Island Golf & Country Club The Hideaway 760-568-2688, 47-000 Marrakesh Dr., Palm Desert. 760-328-2111, 71-777 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho 760-777-7400, 80-349 Village Club Place, La Quinta. Private /57.4/87/3750. Mirage. Private /18/71.6/127/6686. Clive Clark: Private /18/71.7/139/6462 Pete Dye: Private /18/72.8/137/6630. Marriott’s Desert Springs Resort & Spa Desert Princess Country Club desertgolfer.com, 74-855 Country Club Dr., Palm desertgolfer.com, 28-555 Landau Blvd., Cathedral Indian Canyons Golf Resort Desert. Palms Course: Public /18/70.3/126/6381 City. Cielo-Vista Course: Resort /18/70.8/126/6366 desertgolfer.com, South Course: 1097 E. Murray Valley Course: Public /18/70.1/125/6323. Lagos-Cielo Course: Resort/ 18/70.1/124/6117 Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. Public /72 70.4/118 6582 Old Course: Resort/ 18/70.3/123/6160 North Course: 1100 E. Murray Canyon Dr. Marriott’s Shadow Ridge Resort Vista-Lagos Course: Resort/ 18/70.5/124/6259. Palm Springs. Private /72.9/128 6943 desertgolfer.com, 9002 Shadow Ridge Rd., Palm Desert. Resort /18/73.9/134/7006. Desert Willow Golf Course Indian Palms Country Club desertgolfer.com, 38-995 Desert Willow Dr., Palm desertgolfer.com, 948-630 Monroe, Indio. Mesquite Country Club Desert. Firecliff Course: Public /18/71.7/133/6676 Indian/Mountain: Semiprivate /18/72.7/125/6633 desertgolfer.com, 2700 East Mesquite Ave., Palm Mountain View Course: Pulbic /18/71.5/128/6507. Mountain/Royal: Semiprivate /18/71.9/130/6287 Springs. Public /18/68.0/118/5944. Royal/Indian: Semiprivate /18/72.8/125/6492. Eagle Falls Golf Course Mission Lakes Country Club desertgolfer.com 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio 760-329-6481, 8484 Clubhouse Blvd., Desert Hot Public/Resort /18/72/6820. Springs. Semiprivate/18/72.1/124/6742.

DeSert Golf &tenniS •Summer 2014 81 desertgolfandtennis.com CoachellaV alleyC alifornia Palm Valley Country Club SilverRock Resort 760-345-2737, 39-205 Palm Valley Dr., Palm Desert. 888-600-7272, 79-179 Ahmanson Lane, La Quinta, Coachella Valley Challenge Course: Private /18/61.5/107/4439 Public /18/76.3/139/7553. Championship Course: Private /18/72.2/131/6545. continued from previous page The Springs Club The Palms Golf Club 760-324-8292, 1 Duke Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-771-2606, 57000 Palms Drive, La Quinta, Private /18/70.1/124/6279. Mission Hills Country Club Private /18/71.8/132/6642. 760-324-9400, 34-600 Mission Hills Dr., Rancho Mirage. Stone Eagle Golf Club Arnold Palmer Course: Private /18/72.7/132/6743 PGA West 760-568-9800, 72-500 Stone Eagle Drive, Palm Pete Dye Challenge: Private /18/72.6/138/6582 760-564-7100, 55-955 PGA Boulevard, La Quinta. Desert. Private /69.8/131/6852. Dinah Shore Tournament: Private /18/73.6/138/6582 Jack Nicklaus: Private /18/72.2/134/6522 Arnold Palmer: Private /18/71.4/133/6474 Sunrise Country Club Monterey Country Club Tom Weiskopf: Private /18/71.6/123/6654. 760-328-6549, 71-601 Country Club Drive, Rancho 760-568-9311, 41-500 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert. desertgolfer.com, 56-150 PGA Blvd., La Quinta. Mirage. Private/Reciprocal /56.9/85/3837. East/West nines: Private /69.6/126/6185 Jack Nicklaus Tourn: Semiprivate /18/72.2/134/6522 West/South nines: Private /69.3/125/6108 TPC Stadium Course: Semiprivate /18/73.3/142/6739 Tamarisk Country Club East/South nines: Private /68.8/121/6005. 760-564-3900, 81-405 Kingston Heath, La Quinta. 760-328-2141, 70-240 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Greg Norman Course: Resort /71.0/122/5281. Mirage. Private /18/70.0/121/6303. Morningside, The Club at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort 760-321-1234, Morningside Drive, Rancho Mirage. The Plantation desertgolfer.com, 1885 Golf Club Dr., Palm Springs. Private /18/71.0/127/6404. 760-775-3688, 50994 Monroe, Indio. Legends Course: Public /18/72.3/123/6775 Private /18/71.6/128/6597. Resort Course: Public /18/71.8/125/6705. Mountain View CC at La Quinta 760-771-4311, 80-375 Pomelo, La Quinta. Portola Country Club Terra Lago, Golf Club at Private /18/72.7/131/6773. 760-568-1592, 42-500 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert. desertgolfer.com, 84-000 Terra Lago Parkway, Indio. Private /18/54/2,167/NR. North Course: Public /18/73.7/137/7060 Mountain Vista Golf Coourse at Sun City South Course: Public /18/74.0/124/7044. desertgolfer.com. 38-180 Del Webb Blvd., Palm The Quarry at La Quinta Desert. San Gorgonio: 760-777-1100, 1 Quarry Lane, La Quinta. Thunderbird Country Club Semiprivate /18/69.7/124/6202 Private /18/72.5/132/6852. 760-328-2161, 70-612 Highway 111, Rancho Santa Rosa: Semiprivate /18/69.7/119/6162. Mirage. Private /18/70.7/129/6460. Rancho La Quinta Country Club Oasis Country Club 760-777-7799, 79-301 Cascadas Circle, La Quinta. Toscana Country Club 760-345-5661, 42-300 Casbah Way, Palm Desert. Jones Course: Private /18/71.2/129/6452 760-404-1457, 76-007 Club Villa Drive, Indian Wells. Semiprivate /56.2/92/3489. Pate Course: Private /18/71.7/135/6474. Private /18/71.2/132/6336. Tradition Golf Club Outdoor Resort & Country Club Rancho Las Palmas Country Club 760-564-1067, 78-505 Old Avenue 52, La Quinta. 760-324-4005 Ramon Rd, Catherdral City. desertgolfer.com, 42-000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage . Private /18/71.0/136/6541. Private /51.1/182. West/North nines: Private/Resort /67.8/116/6113 North/South nines: Private/Resort /67.1/117/6025 Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta Palm Desert Resort Country Club South/West nines: Private/Resort /67.8/115/6128. 760-771-0707, 60151 Trilogy Pkwy, La Quinta. desertgolfer.com, 77-333 Country Club Dr., Palm Public /18/70.8/124/6455. Desert. Semiprivate /18/71.7/122/6616. Rancho Mirage Country Club desertgolfer.com, 38-500 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho The Vintage Club Palm Desert Greens Country Club Mirage. Semi private /18/69.4/122/6111. 760-340-0500, 75-001 Vintage Dr. West, Indian Wells. 760-346-2941, Country Club Dr., Palm Desert. Desert Course: Private /18/68.8/124/5918 Private /18/72/4079. The Reserve Mountain Course: Private /18/0.5/126/6423. 760-674-2240, 74-001 Reserve Drive, Indian Wells. Palm Royale Country Club Private /18/72.2/134/6798. Westin Mission Hills Resort 760-345-9701, 78-259 Indigo Dr., La Quinta. desertgolfer.com, 70-705 Ramon Road, Rancho Public /18/54. Santa Rosa Country Club Mirage. Gary Player Signature Course: 760-568-5707, 38-105 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert. Resort/ 18/71.3/124/6643. Palm Springs Country Club Private/Reciprocal /18/65.0/108/5247. 760-328-3198, 71-333 Diana Shore Dr., Rancho Mirage. desertgolfer.com, 2500 Whitewater Club Dr., Palm Pete Dye Resort Course: Springs. Public /18/69.2/125/6177. Shadow Hills Golf Club Resort /18/69.6/126/6158. 760-200-3375, 80-875 Avenue 40, Indio. Semiprivate /18/70.9/130/6442. Woodhaven Country Club desertgolfer.com, 41-555 Woodhaven Drive East. Shadow Mountain Golf Club Private/Reciprocal /18/67.1/118/5794. 760-346-8242, 73-800 Ironwood Dr., Palm Desert. Private /18/66.3/114/5393.

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Desert Island Golf & Country Club 1. Desert Island Golf & Country Club Borrego Springs Resort 760-767-5700, 1112 Tilting T 2. De Anza Country Club Drive, Borrego Springs. 3. Montesoro Public/27/72. 4. Road Runner 5. The Springs at Borrego De Anza Country Club 760-767-5105, 509 Catarina Dr., Borrego Springs. Private/18/72/70.4 /123/6385.

Montesoro 760-767-5124, 1881 Rams Hill Dr., Borrego Springs. Private/18/72/72.0/123/6866.

Road Runner 760-767-5379, 1010 Palm Canyon Dr., Borrego Springs. Public/18/3/69.0/115/2894.

The Springs at Borrego 760-767-0004, 2255 DiGiorgio Rd., Borrego Springs. Public/9 /36/69.3/111/2900.

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CLUB #HOLES TYPE INITIATION MONTHLY TRAIL FOOD CAP OF FACILITIES PHONE FEE DUES FEE MIN. MEMBERS Andalusia CC 18 Non $35,000 $1080 $550 $0 695 GTSF (760) 777-1014 Avondale 18 Equity $5,000 $790 $550 $1,100/A 300 GTF (760) 345-2727 Bermuda Dunes 27 Equity $10,000 $848 $475 $900 498 G (760) 345-2771 Bighorn** 36 Equity $350,000 $2,417 $1000 $0 550 GTFSSp (760) 341-4653 Chaparral 18 Non $7,500 $133 $350 $675 625 GTS (760) 340-1893 The Citrus Club 54 Non $30,000 $964 $75 $0 700 GTFSSp (760) 564-7643 Club at Shenandoah Sprs. 27 Property $0 $182 $0 $0 375 GST (760) 343-3497 Desert Horizons 18 Equity $30,000 $1,225 $550 $0 250 GTF (760) 340-4646 Desert Island** 18 Equity $10,000 $865 $595 $850 280 GT (760) 328-2111 Eldorado 18 Equity $150,000 $1750 $500 $0 425 GTFSSp (760) 346-8081 The Hideaway 36 Equity $150,000 $1,950 $0 $0 580 GTFSp (760) 777-7400 Indian Canyons 18 Non $6,900 $575 $650 $0 350 GF (760) 833-8700 Indian Ridge 36 Equity $69,500 $1272 $825 $1,000/A 575 GTFSSp (760) 772-7281 Indian Wells 36 Equity $25,000 $974 $525 $0 750 GF (760) 834-6023 Ironwood CC 36 Equity $29,500 $1,130 $860 $800 685 GTFSp (760) 766-1095 La Quinta CC 18 Equity $50,000 $964 $650 $1,000 325 GFSp (760) 564-4151 Madison Club 18 Equity $200,000 $2,917 $0 $0 225 G (760) 391-4500 Marrakesh 18 Executive $12,500 $200 $350 $750 364 GTFS (760) 568-2688 Mission Hills 54 Non $65,000 $920 $790 $0 1095 GTFSSp (760) 324-9400 Monterey 27 Annual $0 $555 $650 $0 770 GTF (760) 346-1115 Morningside 18 Equity $60,000 $1,700 $625 $1,000/A 250 GTF (760) 324-1234 Mountain View 18 Equity $75,000 $928 $750 $0 325 GTFSSp (760) 771-4311 Palm Valley 36 Non $10,000 $658 $600 $0 500 GTFSSp (760) 345-2737 PGA WEST 108 Non $45,000 $1070 $900/A $0 1750 GTFSp (760) 564-7111 Plantation 18 Equity $17,500 $770 $0 $0 435 G (760) 775-3688 Rancho La Quinta 36 Non $105,000 $1,225 $700 $0 695 GTFS (760) 777-7748 Rancho Las Palmas 27 Annual $7,650 $0 $420 $0 0 GTFSSp (760) 862-4578 Santa Rosa 18 Equity $1,000 $305 $0 $0 350 G (760) 568-5707 Shadow Mountain 18 Equity $1,000 $450 $500 $0 375 GT (760) 346-8242 Stone Eagle GC 19 Non $15,750 $0 $0 $0 300 G (760) 773-6150 Sunrise 18 Executive $3430 $199 $400 $600 350 GTFS (760) 328-6549 Tamarisk 18 Non Equity $30,000 $1,220 $850 $0 525 GT (760) 328-2141 Thunderbird 18 Equity $50,000 $1,763 $450 $0 325 GTFS (760) 328-2161 The Lakes CC 27 Equity $10,000 $1065 $550 $1,000 902 GTFSSp (760) 568-4321 The Palms 18 E/Transfer $20,000 $685 $0 $0 430 G (760) 771-2606 The Quarry 18 Equity $60,000 $1,600 $0 $0 300 GTFS (760) 777-1100 The Reserve 18 Equity $250,000 $2,334 $650 $0 260 GTFSSp (760) 674-2239 The Springs Club 18 Equity $25,000 $1145 $475 $1000/A 350 GTFSp (760) 324-4562 The Tradition 18 Equity $60,000 $1,950 $0 $0 290 GF (760) 564-8723 Toscana CC 36 Equity $150,000 $1,650 $0 $0 550 GTFSp (760) 404-1444 The Vintage Club 36 Equity $250,000 $2,666 $0 $0 505 GTFSSp (760) 862-2805

Note: All of the clubs indicated different priced memberships (individual, family, corporate, etc.) therefore, prices reflect information on family memberships if possible. The double asterisk indicates dual memberships. Facilities range from golf (G), tennis (T), swimming (S), fitness (F), and spa (Sp). Spa includes salon and massage therapy. Under Type of club, property represents land/membership only. Under Trail fee, club represents only club carts allowed

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1. Alpine Country Club 2. Antelope Hills Golf Course 3. Apache Stronghold Golf Club 4. Arizona City Golf Club 5. Arroyo Dunes GC 6. Aspen Valley Golf Club 7. Beaver Creek Golf Resort 8. Butterfield Golf Course 10. Casa Grande Golf Course 11. Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course 12. Cocopah Bend Golf Resort 13. Concho Valley Country Club 14. Continental Country Club 15. Desert Hills Golf Course 16. Desert Lakes Golf Course 17. Dove Valley Golf Club 18. Duke at Rancho El Dorado 19. El Rio Country Club 20. Elephant Rocks Golf Course 21. Emerald Canyon Golf Course 22. Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club 23. Foothills Golf Course 24. Forest Highlands Golf Club 25. Fortuna Del Ray Golf Club 26. Francisco Grande Golf Club 27. Grande Valley Golf Club 28. Golf Club at Chaparrel Pines 29. Greenlee Country Club 30. Hassayampa Golf Club 31. Havasu Island Golf Course 32. Hayden Golf Course 33. Hidden Cove Golf Course 34. Ho-Ho-Kam Golf Course 35. Kearny Golf Club 36. Kino Springs Country Club 37. Lake Powell National Golf Course 38. Laughlin Ranch Golf Club 39. London Bridge Golf Club 40. Los Cabelleros Golf Club 41. Mesa del Sol Golf Course 42. Mt. Graham Country Club 43. Oakcreek Country Club 44. Palo Duro Creek Golf Course 45. Payson Golf Club 46. Pine Canyon Club 47. Pine Meadows Counrty Club 48. Pine Shadows Golf Club 49. Pinetop Country Club 50. Pinetop Lakes Country Club 51. Pinewood Country Club 53. Prescott Country Club 54. Prescott Lakes Golf Club 55. Pueblo del Sol Golf Club 56. Quailwood Greens Golf Course 57. The Refuge 58. The Rim Golf Club 59. Salome Heights Golf Course 60. San Pedro Golf Course Alpine Country Club Arroyo Dunes GC 61. Sedona Golf Resort 62. Seven Canyons, The Club at 928-339-4944, 100 Country Club Lane, Alpine. 928-726-8350, W. 32nd Street, Yuma. 63. Shadow Mountain Golf Club Public/18/65/109/5628. Public/18/54/2147. 64. Show Low Country Club 65. Silver Creek Golf Club Antelope Hills Golf Course Aspen Valley Golf Club 66. Snowflake Golf Course 928-776-7888, 19 Clubhouse Drive, Prescott. 928-527-4653, 1855 Continental Dr., 67. StoneRidge Golf Course North: Public/18/70.1/122/6380. Flagstaff. Private/18/72/130/6828. 68. Sundance Golf Club South: Public/18/67.5/109/6119. 69. Talking Rock Golf Course 70. Torreon Golf Club Beaver Creek Golf Resort 71. Turquoise Hills Golf Course Apache Stronghold Golf Club 928-567-4487, 4250 N. Montezuma Ave., 72. Turquoise Valley Golf Club 928-475-7800, Box 1012, Hwy 70, Lake Montezuma. Public/18/71/6,486/120. 75. Valle Vista Country Club San Carlos. Resort/18/72.1/138/6982. 76. Verde Santa Fe Golf Club Butterfield Golf Course 74. White Mountain Country Club Arizona City Golf Club 928-785-4834, 10231 Dome St., Wellton. 78. Yuma Golf and Country Club 520-466-5327, 13939 Cleator, Arizona City. Public/18/54/2,748/NR. Public/18/72/6,775/117. (See Map #4)

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Francisco Grande Golf Club Palo Duro Creek Golf Course Arizona 800-237-4238, 26000 Gila Bend Hwy, 520-377-2708, 2690 North Country Dr., Nogales. continued from previous page Casa Grande. Resort/18/72/7,600/NR. Private/18/72/6923. Grande Valley Golf Club Payson Golf Club 520-466-7734, Toltec Rd., Eloy. 928-474-2273, 1504 W. Country Club Dr., Casa Grande Golf Course Public/18/72/7200. Payson.Public/18/66/111/5756. 520-836-9216, 2121 N. Thornton, Golf Club at Chaparrel Pines Casa Grande. Public/18/72/6,316/NR. 928-472-1430, 504 N. Club Dr., Payson. (See Map #10) Private/18/70.7/132/6458. Pine Canyon Club 928-779-5800, 3000 S. Clubhouse Circle., Flagstaff. Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course Greenlee Country Club Private/18/70.7/130/6707. 928-753-6593, 1001 Gates Ave., Kingman. 928-687-1099, Highway 75, Duncan. Public/18/71/129/6560. Private/18/68.1/110/6296. Pine Meadows Counrty Club 928-535-4220, 2209 Country Club Dr., Cocopah Bend Golf Resort Hassayampa Golf Club Overgaard. Public/18/63.7/111/5192. 928-343-1663, 6800 Strand Ave., Yuma. 928-443-1958, 2060 Golf Club Lane, Prescott. Private/18/66.1/103/5508. Private/18/71.2/134/6634. Pine Shadows Golf Club 928-634-1093, 1480 W. Groseta Ranch Blvd., Concho Valley Country Club Havasu Island Golf Course Cottonwood. Public/18/63.1/107/4446. 928-337-4644, HC 30, Box 900, Concho. 928-855-5585, 1090 McCulloch Blvd., Public/18/70.2/124/6665. Lake Havasu City. Public/18/60.1/96/4196. Pinetop Country Club 928-369-2461, 6739 Country Club Dr., Pinetop. Continental Country Club Hayden Golf Course Private/18/68.7/119/6458. 928-527-7997, Oakmount Dr., Flagstaff. 928-356-7801, Golf Course Rd. Box 298, Hayden. Public/18/67.5/118/5991. Public/18/66.1/108/5575. Pinetop Lakes Country Club 928-369-4531, 4643 Bucksprings Rd., Pinetop. Desert Hills Golf Course Hidden Cove Golf Course Public/18/61.5/103/4645. 928-344-4653, 1245 Desert Hills Dr., Yuma. 928-524-3097, Box 70 Hidden Cove Rd., Holbrook. Public/18/71.8/119/6767. Public/18/70.2/123/6538. Pinewood Country Club 928-286-1110, 395 E. Pinewood Blvd., Munds Desert Lakes Golf Course Ho-Ho-Kam Golf Course Park. Private/18/67.3/111/6148. 928-768-1000, 5835 Desert Lakes Drive, 520-723-7192, Highway 278, Coolidge. Bullhead City. Public/18/69.5/115/6315. Public/18/72. Prescott Country Club 928-772-8984, 1030 Prescott Country Club Blvd, Dove Valley Golf Club Kearny Golf Club Dewey. Semi-Private/18/70.7/126/6675. 928-627-3262, 220 N. Marshall Loop Rd., 928-363-7441, Box 927, 301Airport Rd., Somerton. Private/18/65.1/108/5293. Kearny. Public/18/70/113/6549. Prescott Lakes Golf Club 928-443-3500, 315 E. Smoke Tree Lane, Prescott. Duke at Rancho El Dorado Kino Springs Country Club Private/18/72/132/7102. 520-568-4300, Rancho El Dorado Pkwy., 520-287-8701, 187 Kino Springs Dr., Maricopa.Public/18/72/7011. Nogales. Public/18/72/6,445/126. Pueblo del Sol Golf Club 520-378-6444, 2770 St. Andrews Dr., Sierra Vista. El Rio Country Club Lake Powell National Golf Course Private/18/72/6,880/128. 928-788-3150, 1 Paseo El Rio, 928-645-2023, 400 Clubhouse Dr., Page. Mohave Valley Public/18/70.6/117/6490. Public/18/71.3/136/6411. Quailwood Greens Golf Course 928-772-0130, 11750 E. Hwy 69, Dewey. Elephant Rocks Golf Course Laughlin Ranch Golf Club Semi-Private/18/65.4/110/5481. 928-635-4935, 2200 Country Club Drive, Williams. 928-754-1243, 1360 William Hardy, Bullhead City. Public/18/67.7/125/6686. Public/18/72/7192. The Refuge 928-764-2275, 3275 Latrobe Dr., Lake Havasu City. Emerald Canyon Golf Course London Bridge Golf Club Semi-Private/18/72.5/129/6844. 928-667-3366, 72 Emerald Canyon Dr., Parker. 928-855-2719, 2400 Clubhouse Dr., Lake Havasu Public/18//71.1/130/6552. City. Semi-Private/18/69.3/123/6176. The Rim Golf Club 928-472-1480, 301 S. Clubhouse Rd, Payson. Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club Los Cabelleros Golf Club Private/18/72.9/140/7040. 928-214-0677, 3600 Flagstaff Ranch Rd., Flagstaff. 928-684-2704, 1551 S. Vulture Mine Rd., Private/18/71.9/133/6931. Wickenburg. Resort/18/72. Salome Heights Golf Course 928-859-4653, 58600 Monroe Ave., Salome. Foothills Golf Course Mesa del Sol Golf Course Private/18/66.2/101/5974. 928-342-9565, 14000 E. Foothills, Yuma. 928-342-1283, 12213 Calle del Cid, Yuma. Public/18/64/99/5088. Public/18/71.8/124/6767. San Pedro Golf Course 520-586-7888, 926 N. Madison St., Benson. Forest Highlands Golf Club Mt. Graham Country Club Public/18/72/7313. 928-525-9000, 657 Forest Highlands Dr., Flagstaff. 928-348-3140, PO Box 592, Safford. Canyon Course: Private/18/71/7007. Meadows Public/18/69.4/113/6493. Sedona Golf Resort Course: Private/18/72/7272. 928-284-9355, 35 Ridge Trail Dr., Sedona. Oakcreek Country Club Resort/18/70.6/128/6540. Fortuna Del Ray Golf Club 928-284-1660, 690 Bell Rock Blvd, Sedona. 928-342-4766, 13650 N. Frontage Rd, Yuma. Semi-Private/18/69.8/125/6353. Seven Canyons, The Club at Public/18/69.6/108/6580. 928-203-2001, 3755 Long Canyon Rd., Sedona. Private/18/71.3/136/6490.

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Shadow Mountain Golf Club 520-826-3412, 1105 Irene St., Pearce. Public/18/72/6,632/126.

Show Low Country Club 928-537-4564, 860 N. 36th Drive, Show Low. Public/18/70/5,914/114.

Silver Creek Golf Club 928-537-2744, 2051 Silver Lake Blvd., White Mountain Lake. Public/18/71.7/135/6813.

Snowflake Golf Course 928-536-7233, 90 N. Country Club Dr., Snowflake. Public/18/68.7/116/6375.

StoneRidge Golf Course 928-772-6500, 1601 N. Bluff Top Rd., Prescott Valley. Public/18/71.2/132/6785.

Sundance Golf Club 623-328-0400, 900 S. Sundance, Buckeye. Public/18/72.

Talking Rock Golf Course 928-858-7000, 15075 N. Talking Rock Ranch Rd., Prescott. Private/18/70/124/6616.

Torreon Golf Club 929-532-8000, 651 S. Torreon Loop, Show Low. Private/18/68.8/125/6138.

Turquoise Hills Golf Course 520-586-2585, 800 E. Country Club Dr., Benson. Public/18/56/83/3004.

Turquoise Valley Golf Club 520-432-3025, 1791 Newell Rd., Naco. Public/18/71.5/129/6778.

Valle Vista Country Club 928-757-8744, 9686 Concho Dr., Kingman. Private/18/69.1/120/6266.

Verde Santa Fe Golf Club 928-634-5454, 1045 S. Verde Santa Fe, Cottonwood. Public/18/68.7/115/6061.

White Mountain Country Club 928-367-4913, PO Box 1489, Pinetop. Private/18/72/7313. Yuma Golf and Country Club The Refuge 928-726-1104, 3150 Fortuna Ave., Yuma. Private/18/70.5/122/6416.

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29. Coronado Golf Club 60. Gainey Ranch Golf Club 91. Orange Tree Golf Resort Phoenix Arizona 30. Corte Belle Golf Club 61. Glen Lakes Golf Club 92. Painted Mountain Golf Club 31. Cottonwood Country Club 62. Golf Club Scottsdale 93. Palmbrook Country Club 1. Adobe Dam Family Golf Course 32. The Country Club of DC Ranch 63. Gold Canyon Golf Resort 94. Palm Valley Golf Club 2. Aguila Golf Club 33. Country Meadows Golf Club 64. Grandview Golf Course 95. Palo Verde Country Club 3. Ahwatukee Country Club 34. Coyote Lakes Golf Club 65. Granite Falls Golf Course 96. Palo Verde Golf Course 4. Ahwatukee Lake Golf Course 35. Cypress Golf Club 66. Grayhawk Golf Club 97. Papago Golf Course 5. Alta Mesa Golf Club 36. Deer Valley Golf Course 67. Great Eagle Golf Course 98. Paradise Valley Country Club 6. Ancala Country Club 37. Desert Canyon Golf Club 68. Greenfield Lakes Golf Course 99. Paradise Valley Park Golf Course 7. Anthem Golf & Country Club 38. Desert Forest Golf Club 69. Hillcrest Golf Club 100. Pavillion Lakes Golf Club 8. Apache Creek Golf Club 39. Desert Highlands Golf Club 70. Johnson Ranch, The Golf Club at 101. Pebblebrook Golf Club 9. Apache Sun Golf Course 40. Desert Mirage Golf Club 71. Ken McDonald Golf Course 102. Pepperwood Golf Course 10. Apache Wells Country Club 41. Desert Mountain 72. Kierland Golf Club 103. Phantom Horse Golf Club 11. Arizona Biltmore Golf Club 42. Desert Sands Golf Club 73. Kokopelli Golf Resort 104. Phoenix Country Club 12. Arizona Country Club 43. Desert Springs Golf Club 74. Las Colinas Golf Course 105. The Phoenician Golf Club 13. Arizona Golf Resort 44. Desert Trails Golf Course 75. Las Sendas Golf Club 106. Pinnacle Peak Country Club 14. Arizona Traditions Golf Club 45. Dobson Ranch Golf Course 76. Leisure World Country Club 107. The Pointe GC at Lookout Mtn 15. Arrowhead Country Club 46. Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club 77. Legacy Golf Resort 108. Pueblo El Mirage Country Club 16. ASU Karsten Golf Center 47. Duke at Rancho El Dorado 78. Legend at Arrowhead 109. Quail Run Golf Club 17. Augusta Ranch Golf Course 48. Eagle Mountain Golf Club 79. Legend Trail Golf Club 110. Queen Valley Golf Club 18. Bear Creek Golf Club 49. Eagles Nest Golf Course 80. Links Golf Course at Queen Creek, 111. Quintero Golf and Country Club 19. Bellair Golf Club 50. Echo Mesa Golf Club 81. Lone Tree Golf Club 112. Rancho Manana Country Club 20. Bougainvillea Golf Club 51. El Caro Country Club 82. Longbow Golf Club 114. The Raven Golf Club at South Mtn 21. The Boulders Golf Club 52. Encanto Golf Course 83. Maryvale Golf Club 115. Raven Golf Club at Verrado 22. Briarwood Country Club 53. The Estancia Club 84. McCormick Ranch Golf Club 116. Red Mountain Ranch Country Club, 23. Camelback Golf Club 54. Estrella Mountain Golf Club 85. Mission Royale Golf Course 117. Rio Salado Golf Course 24. Cave Creek Golf Course 55. Estrella Mountain Ranch Golf Club 86. Moon Valley Country Club 118. Rio Verde Country Club 25. Cimarron Golf Club 56. Falcon Golf Course 87. Mountain Brook Golf Club 119. Riverview Golf Course 26. Club West Golf Club 57. Firerock Country Club 88. Mountain Shadows Golf Club 120. Rolling Hills Golf Club 27. Coldwater Golf Club 58. Foothills Golf Club 89. Oasis Golf Club 121. Sanctuary Golf Club 28. Continental Golf Club 59. Fountain of the Sun Country Club 90. Ocotillo Golf Club 122. San Marcos Resort & CC

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Anthem Golf & Country Club Blackstone Country Club 123. Scottsdale Silverado Golf Course 623-742-6211, 2708 W. Anthem Club Drive, 623-707-8710, 12101 Blackstone Dr., Peoria. 124. Seville Golf & Country Club 125. Shalimar Country Club Anthem. Private/18/72/139/7217. Private/18/72/7,089/143. 126. Silverleaf Golf Course 127. Springfield Golf Range Apache Creek Golf Club Bougainvillea Golf Club 128. Southern Dunes Golf Club 480-982-2677, 3401 S. Ironwood Drive, Apache 602-237-4567, 5740 W. Baseline Rd., Laveen. 129. Stardust Golf Club Junction. Public/18/72/128/6541. Public/18/71/118/6740. 130. Starfire at Scottsdale Country Club 131. Stonecreek, The Golf Club Apache Sun Golf Course The Boulders Golf Club 136. Sunbird Golf Resort 132. Sun City Country Club 480-987-9065, 919 E. Pima Rd, Queen Creek. 480-488-9028, 34831 N. Tom Darlington Dr., 133. Sun City Lakes Golf Club Public/18/63/99/4998. Carefree. Resort/18/72/144/6717. 134. Sun City North Golf Club 135. Sun City Riverview Golf Club Apache Wells Country Club Briarwood Country Club 137. Sun City South Golf Club 480-830-4725, 5601 E. Hermosa Vista Drive, Mesa. 623-584-5301, 20800 N. 135th Ave., Sun City West. 138. Sun Lakes Country Club Semi-Private/18/71/114/6038. Private/18/72/128/6576. 139. Sunland Village East Golf Course 140. Sunland Village Golf Course Arizona Biltmore Golf Club Camelback Golf Club 141. SunRidge Canyon Golf Club 142. Superstition Mountain Golf Club 602-955-9655, 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix. 480-596-7050, 7847 N. Mockingbird Lane, 143. Superstition Springs Golf Club Adobe: Resort/18/68.7/119/6000. Scottsdale. Indian Bend Course: 144. Talking Stick Golf Course Links: Resort/18/67/117/5540. Resort/18/72/122/7014 145. Tatum Ranch Golf Course Padres Course: Resort/18/72/131/6903. 146. Terravita Golf and Country Club Arizona Country Club 147. The 500 Club 480-946-4565, 5668 E. Orange Blossom Lane, Cave Creek Golf Course 148. Toka Sticks Golf Club Phoenix. Private/18/72/127/6714. 602-866-8076, 15202 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix. 149. Tonto Verde Golf Club Public/18/72/122/6876. 150. TPC of Scottsdale 151. Trail Ridge Golf Club Arizona Golf Resort 153. Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch 480-832-1661, 425 S. Power Road, Mesa. Cimarron Golf Club 152. Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia Resort/18/71.3/121/6570. 623-975-5654, 17100 W. Clearview, Surprise. 154. Troon Golf Country Club Semi-Private/18/69.2/121/6310. 155. Troon North Golf Club Arizona Traditions Golf Club 156. Tuscany Falls Country Club 623-584-4000, 17225 N. Citrus, Surprise. Club West Golf Club 157. Union Hills Country Club Public/18/70/110/6110. desertgolfer.com, 16400 S. 14th Ave. 158. Viewpoint Golf Resort 159. Villa De Paz Golf Course Public/18/70/123/6512. 160. Villa Monterey Golf Course Arrowhead Country Club 161. Vistal Golf Club 623-561-9625, 19888 N. 73rd Ave., Glendale. Coldwater Golf Club 162. We-Ko-Pa Golf Club Private/18/72//128/7001. 623-932-9000, 100 N. Clubhouse Dr., Avondale. 163. Westbrook Village Vistas Golf Course Public/18/72/121/6758. 164. Westbrook Village Lakes Golf Club ASU Karsten Golf Center 165. Western Skies Golf Club 800-727-8331 (Par-Tee1), 1125 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Continental Golf Club 166. Whirlwind Golf Club Tempe. Public/18/72/125/6272. 480-941-1585, 7920 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale. 167. Whisper Rock Golf Club 168. Wildfire Golf Club Public/18/58.4/85/4141. 169. Wigwam Golf Resort Arizona Country Club 170. Willowbrook & Willowcreek GC 480-946-4565, 5668 E. Orange Blossom Lane, Coronado Golf Club 171. Mesa Country Club Phoenix. Private/18/72/127/6714. 480-947-8364, 2829 N. Miller Rd., Scottsdale. 172. Mirabel Golf Course Public/18/58.3/90/3700. 173. Blackstone Country Club Arizona Golf Resort 174. Encanterra, A Trilogy Country Club 480-832-1661, 425 S. Power Road, Mesa. Corte Belle Golf Club Resort/18/71.3/121/6570. 623-556-8951, 22131 N. Mission Drive, Adobe Dam Family Golf Course Sun City West. Private/18/72/123/7011. 623-581-2800, 3847 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Arizona Traditions Golf Club Glendale. Public/18/57.9/86/3512. 623-584-4000, 17225 N. Citrus, Surprise. Cottonwood Country Club Public/18/70/110/6110. 480-895-9449, 25630 Brentwood Dr., Sun Lakes. Aguila Golf Club Private/18/72/129/6737. 602-237-9601, 8440 S. 35th Ave., Laveen. Arrowhead Country Club Public/18/72.4/129/6962. 623-561-9625, 19888 N. 73rd Ave., Glendale. The Country Club of DC Ranch Private/18/72//128/7001. 480-342-7200, 9290 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy, Ahwatukee Country Club Scottsdale. Private/18/72/130/6872. 480-893-1161, 12432 S. 48th St., Phoenix. ASU Karsten Golf Center Semi-Private/18/72/126/6713. desertgolfer.com, 1125 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Country Meadows Golf Club Tempe. Public/18/72/125/6272. 623-972-1364, 8411 N. 107th Ave., Peoria. Ahwatukee Lake Golf Course Public/18/63/88/4400. 480-893-3004, 13431 S. 44th St., Phoenix. Augusta Ranch Golf Course Public/18/60/4,019/NR. 480-354-1234, 2401 S. Lansing, Mesa. Coyote Lakes Golf Club Public/18/61/88/3657. desertgolfer.com, 18800 N. Coyote Lakes Pkwy, Alta Mesa Golf Club Surprise. Public/18/71/117/6159. 480-827-9411, 1460 N. Alta Mesa Drive, Mesa. Bear Creek Golf Club Private/18/72/132/7132. 480-883-8200, 500 E. Riggs Rd., Chandler. Cypress Golf Club Public/18/69.8/116/6320. 480-946-5155, 10801 E. McDowell Rd., Scottsdale. Ancala Country Club Public/18/70.7/116/6560. 480-391-2777, 11700 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale. Bellair Golf Club Private/18/72/152/6841. 602-978-0330, 17233 N. 45th Ave., Glendale. Public/18/59/90/3493.

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Eagles Nest Golf Course Granite Falls Golf Course 623-935-6750, 3645 Clubhouse Drive, 623-546-7575, 15949 W. Clearview Blvd, Surprise. Phoenix Arizona Goodyear. Semi-Private/18/72/127/6860. Semi-Private/18/72/127/6839. continued from previous page Echo Mesa Golf Club Grayhawk Golf Club 623-544-6014, 20349 Echo Mesa Dr., 800-727-8331 (Par-Tee1), 8620 E.Thompson Peak Sun City West. Private/18/60.3/95/4145. Pkwy, Scottsdale. Talon: Public Deer Valley Golf Course /18/72/136/6985. Raptor: Public 623-214-1100, 13975 W. Deer Valley Dr., Sun City. El Caro Country Club /18/71/133/7135. Private/18/72/120/6547. 602-995-2117, 2222 W. Royal Palms Rd., Phoenix. Public/18/60/78/3330. Great Eagle Golf Course Desert Canyon Golf Club 623-584-6000, 17200 W. Bell Rd, Surprise. 480-837-1173, 10440 Indian Wells Dr., Fountain Encanto Golf Course Public/18/72/124/6646. Hills. Public/18/71/123/6415. 602-253-3963, 2705 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix. Public/18/70/111/6386. Greenfield Lakes Golf Course Desert Forest Golf Club 480-503-0500, 2484 E. Warner Road, Gilbert. 480-488-4589, 37207 N. Mule Train Dr., Carefree. Encanterra, A Trilogy Country Club Public/18/62/91/4107. Private/18/72/139/6472. 480-348-6087,1035 East Combs Rd, Queen Creek. Private/18/72/118. Hillcrest Golf Club Desert Highlands Golf Club 623-584-1500, 20002 Star Ridge Dr., Sun City 480-585-8521, 10040 E. Happy Valley Rd., The Estancia Club West. Public/18/NR/6269. Scottsdale. Private/18/72/135/5807. 480-473-4415, 27998 N. 99th Place, Scottsdale. Private/18/72/7146/135. Johnson Ranch, The Golf Club at Desert Mirage Golf Club 480-987-9800, 433 E. Golf Club Dr., Queen Creek. 623-772-0110, 8710 W. Maryland, Glendale. Estrella Mountain Golf Club Public/18/72/137/7141. Public/18/58.6/89/4198. 623-932-3714, 15205 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear. Public/18/69/116/6393. Ken McDonald Golf Course Desert Mountain 480-350-5250, 800 E. Divot Drive, Tempe. 480-595-4090, 11124 E. Prospect Point Dr., Estrella Mountain Ranch Golf Club Public/18/72/125/6743. Scottsdale. Apache Course: desertgolfer.com, 11800 S. Golf Club Private/18/72/131/6793. 480-488-1362, 10333 Drive, Goodyear. Public/18/72/138/7102. Kierland Golf Club Rockaway Hills, Scottsdale. desertgolfer.com, 15636 Clubgate Dr., Chiricahau Course: Falcon Golf Course Scottsdale. Public/18/72/133/6913. Private/18/72.480-488-1791, 38580 N. 623-935-7800, 15152 W. Camelback Rd., Litchfield Desert Mnt Pkwy, Scottsdale. Cochise Course: Park. Public/18/71/128/6673. Kokopelli Golf Resort Private/18/68/129/7019 desertgolfer.com, 1800 W. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert. 480-488-1363, 10333 Rockaway Hills, Scottsdale. Firerock Country Club Public/18/72/132/6716. Geronimo Course: Private/18/68/132/7420. 480-836-8000, 15925 E. Shea Blvd., Fountain Hills. 480-488-1363, 10333 Rockaway Hills, Scottsdale. Private/18/72/6984/NR. Las Colinas Golf Course Outlaw Course: Private/18/68/132/7107. 480-987-3633, 21515 E. Village Loop Rd., Queen 480-595-4870, 41045 N Cave Creek Rd. Foothills Golf Club Creek. Public/18/70.7/122/6494. Renegade Course: Private/18/73/138/7515. desertgolfer.com, 2201 E. Clubhouse Dr., Phonenix. Public/18/70.3/124/6406. Las Sendas Golf Club Desert Sands Golf Club 480-396-4000, 7555 E. Eagle Crest Dr., Mesa. 480-832-0210, 1922 S. 74th St., Mesa. Fountain of the Sun Country Club Private/18/70.8/135/6325. Public/18/67/89/4029. 480-986-3158, 500 S. 80th St., Mesa. Private/18/62/4224/93. Leisure World Country Club Desert Springs Golf Club 480-832-0003, 908 S. Power Rd., Mesa. 623-546-7400, 19900 N. Remington Dr., Surprise. Gainey Ranch Golf Club Private/18/73/115/6434. Semi-Private/18/72/120/6306. 480-483-2582, 7600 Gainey Club Dr., Scottsdale. Arroyo/Lakes: Resort/18/69.1/124/6187 Legacy Golf Resort Desert Trails Golf Course Dunes: Resort/18/68.4/121/6013. desertgolfer.com, 6808 S. 32nd St., Phoenix. 623-544-6017, 20218 Skylark Drive, Sun City West. Public/18/69.7/123/6297. Private/18/61/91/4027. Glen Lakes Golf Club 623-939-754, 15450 W. Northern, Glendale. Legend at Arrowhead Dobson Ranch Golf Course Public/18/61.4/99/4596. desertgolfer.com, 21027 N. 67the Ave., 480-644-2291, 2155 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa. Glendale. Semi-Private/18/70.7/125/6509. Public/18/72/117/6593. Golf Club Scottsdale 480-443-8868, 28445 N. 122nd St., Scottsdale. Legend Trail Golf Club Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club Private/18/72.4/138/6970. desertgolfer.com, 9462 E. Legendary Lane, 480-488-0009, 33244 N. Black Mountain Pkwy, Scottsdale. Public/18/72/6845/135. Phoenix. Public/18/72/131/7011. Gold Canyon Golf Resort 800-624-6445, 6100 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Links Golf Course at Queen Creek, Duke at Rancho El Dorado Canyon. Resort, Sidewinder: 480-987-1910, 445 E. Ocotillo Rd., Queen Creek. 480-883-6314, 42660 W. Rancho El Dorado Pkwy, Resort/18/71/132/71.3 Dinosaur Mountain: Public/18/70/100/6061. Maricopa. Public/18/69.9/117/6536. Resort/18/70/143/71.3. Lone Tree Golf Club Eagle Mountain Golf Club Grandview Golf Course 480-219-0830, 6262 south Mtn Blbvd., Chandler. desertgolfer.com, 14915 E. Eagle Mountain Pkwy, 623-544-6013, 14260 Meeker Blvd., Sun City West. Semi-Private/18/69.6/118/6314. Fountain Hills. Public/18/71/139/6755. Private/18/72/126/6846. Longbow Golf Club 480-807-5400, 5601 E. Longbow Pkwy., Mesa. Public/18/70/128/6750.

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Maryvale Golf Club Paradise Valley Park Golf Course Rio Verde Country Club 623-846-4022, 5902 W. Indian School Rd., 602-992-7190, 3503 E. Union Hills Drive, Phoenix. 480-471-9420, 18731 E. Four Peaks Blvd, Rio Phoenix. Public/18/72/115/6539. Public/18/61/88/4034. Verde. Quail Run: Private/18/72/117/6499. White Wing: Private/18/72/117/6392. McCormick Ranch Golf Club Pavillion Lakes Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 7505 E. 480-948-3370, 8870 E. Indian Bend Rd., Riverview Golf Course McCormick Pkwy., Pine Course: Scottsdale. Public/18/71/120/6515. 480-644-3515, 2202 W. 8th St., Mesa. Resort/18/70.3/132/6371 Palm Course: Public/18/69/115/6128. Resort/18/70/130/6279. Pebblebrook Golf Club 623-544-6010, N. 128th Avenue, Sun City West. Rolling Hills Golf Club Mesa Country Club Private/18/70.1/119/6460. 480-350-5275, 1415 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. 480-964-3514, 660 W. Fairway Dr., Mesa. Public/18/58.9/93/3828. Private/18/72/6595/125. Pepperwood Golf Course 480-831-9457, 647 W. Baseline Rd., Tempe. Sanctuary Golf Club Mirabel Golf Course Public/18/59.5/97/4020. 480-502-8200, 10690 E. Sheena Drive, Scottsdale. 480-437-1520, 37401 N.Mirabel Club Dr., Public/18/71/6624/NR. Scottsdale. Private/18/71/135/7127. Phantom Horse Golf Club 602-431-6480, 7777 S. Pointe Pkwy, Phoenix. San Marcos Resort & CC Mission Royale Golf Course Resort/18/70/124/6211. 480-963-3358, 100 N. Dakota St., Chandler. 520-876-5335, 11 South Mission Pkwy, Bldg #1, Resort/18/72/NR/6500. Casa Grande. Public/18/68.9/115/6142. Phoenix Country Club 602-263-5208, 2901 N. 7th St., Phoenix. Scottsdale Silverado Golf Course Moon Valley Country Club Private/18/71/130/6700. 480-778-0100, 7605 E. Indian Bend, Scottsdale. 602-942-1278, 151 W. Moon Valley Dr, Phoenix. Public/18/68/116/6057. Private/18/73/127/6654. The Phoenician Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 6000 E. Camelback Rd., Seville Golf & Country Club Mountain Brook Golf Club Scottsdale. Resort/18/70/130/6258. 480-722-8100, 6683 South Clubhouse Drive, 480-671-1000, 5783 S. Mountain Brook Dr., Gold Gilbert. Private/18/71.9/125/7015. Canyon. Public/18/72/124/6615. Pinnacle Peak Country Club 480-585-0385, 8701 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Shalimar Country Club Mountain Shadows Golf Club Scottsdale. Private/18/72/140/6947. 480-831-1244, 2032 E. Golf Ave., Tempe. 602-951-5427, 5641 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale. Public/18/62.4/109/4752. Semi-Private/18/56/87/3081. The Pointe GC at Lookout Mtn desertgolfer.com, 11111 N. 7th St., Phoenix Silverleaf Golf Course Oasis Golf Club Resort/18/72/131/6607. 480-342-8099, 10375 E. Horseshoe Canyon Dr., 480-888-8890, 5764 E. Hunt Hwy, Queen Creek. Scottsdale. Private/18/72/140/7367. Public/18/74.9/133/7362. Pueblo El Mirage Country Club 623-583-0425, 11201 N. El Mirage Rd, Springfield Golf Range Ocotillo Golf Resort El Mirage.Public/18/72/125/6595. 480-895-5759, 1200 E. Saint Andrews Blvd., desertgolfer.com, 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler. Public/18/61/100/4103. Chandler. Public/27/72/125/7016. Quail Run Golf Club 623-876-3035, 9774 Alabama Ave., Sun City. Southern Dunes Golf Club Orange Tree Golf Resort Private/18/59.5/90/4357. 520-568-2000, 48456 W. Hwy 238, Maricopa. 480-948-3730, 10601 N. 56th St., Scottsdale. Public/18/72/135/7337. Resort/18/72/122/6762. Queen Valley Golf Club 520-463-2214, 600 N. Fairway Dr., Queen Valley. Stardust Golf Club Painted Mountain Golf Club Public/18/66/NR/4482. 623-544-6012, 12702 Stardust Blvd., Sun City 480-832-0156, 6210 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa. West. Private/18/60.5/96/4267. Public/18/70/104/6026. Quintero Golf and Country Club 928-501-1500, 16752 W. State Rt. 74, Peoria. Starfire at Scottsdale Country Club Palmbrook Country Club Private/18/72/145/7190. 480-948-6000, 11500 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. 623-977-8383, 9350 W. Greenway Rd., Semi-Private/18/67.6/123/6085. Sun City West. Private/18/70.2/122/6529. Rancho Manana Country Club desertgolfer.com, 5734 E. Rancho Stonecreek, The Golf Club Palm Valley Golf Club Manana Blvd, Cave Creek. desertgolfer.com, 4435 E. Paradise Village Pkwy. desertgolfer.com, 2211 North Litchfield Rd., Semi-Private/18/72/125/6007. Public/18/69.9/128/6299. Goodyear. Public/18/72/129/6509. The Raven Golf Club at South Mtn Sunbird Golf Resort Palo Verde Country Club 602-243-3636, 3636 E. Baseline Rd., Phoenix. 480-883-0820, 6250 S. Sunbird Blvd, Chandler. 480-895-0300, 25630 Brentwood Dr., Sun City. Public/18/72/130/6571. Public/18/66/96/4350. Private/18/70.2/122/6529. Raven Golf Club at Verrado Sun City Country Club Palo Verde Golf Course 623-215-3443, 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye. 623-933-1353, 9433 N. 107th Ave, Sun City. 602-249-9930, 6215 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix. Public/18/72/132/7258. Semi-Private/18/72/115/6223. Public/18/57.3/81/3484. Red Mountain Ranch Country Club, Sun City Lakes Golf Club Papago Golf Course 480-985-0285, 6425 E. Teton, Mesa. 623-876-3023, 10433 Talisman Rd., Sun City. 602-275-8428, 5595 E. Moreland St., Phoenix. Private/18/72/144/6774. Semi-Private/18/69.2/119/6251. Public/18/72/132/7068. Rio Salado Golf Course Sun City North Golf Club Paradise Valley Country Club 480-990-1233, 1490 E. Weber Dr., Tempe. 623-876-3010, 12650 N. 107th, Sun City. 602-840-8100, 7101 N. Tatum Blvd., Paradise Public/18/61.6/105/4739. Private/18/69.5/117/6410. Valley. Private/18/72/132/6802.

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Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch We-Ko-Pa Golf Club 480-988-0004, 4415 E. Village Pkwy, Gilbert. desertgolfer.com, 18200 E. Toh-Vee Circle, Phoenix Arizona Public/18/71/126/6710. Fountain Hills. Cholla Course: Public/18/72/130/7225.Saguaro Course: continued from previous page Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia Public/18/71//6912. 623-594-3585, 12575 W. Golf Club Drive, Peoria. Public/18/72/134/7259. Westbrook Village Vistas Golf Course Sun City Riverview Golf Club 623-566-1633, 18823 N. Country Club Pkwy., 623-876-3025, 16401 Del Webb Blvd., Troon Golf Country Club Peoria. Semi-Private/18/72/121/6544. Sun City. Private/18/69.6/116/6391. 480-585-0540, 25000 N. Windy Walk Dr., Scottsdale. Private/18/72137/6599. Westbrook Village Lakes Golf Club Sun City South Golf Club 602-566-3439, 19260 N. Westbrook Pkwy. Peoria. 623-876-3015, 11000 N. 103rd, Sun City. Troon North Golf Club Semi-Private/18/72/120/6412. Private/18/71.2/115/6774. desertgolfer.com, 10320 E. Dynamite Blvd., Scottsdale. Public/18/71.5/138/6709. Western Skies Golf Club Sun Lakes Country Club 480-545-8542, 1245 E. Warner Rd., Gilbert. 480-895-9274, 25425 N. Sun Lakes Blvd, Tuscany Falls Country Club Public/18/72/120/6673. Sun Lakes. Private/18/60/NR/3874. 623-536-2491, 16262 Cjlubhouse Dr., Goodyear. Semi-Private/18/72. Whirlwind Golf Club Sunland Village East Golf Course 480-940-1500, 5692 W. North Loop Rd., Chandler. 480-986-4079, 2250 S. Buttercup, Mesa. Union Hills Country Club Public/18/71.2/128/6691. Semi-Private/18/62/80/3579. 623-977-4281, 9860 Lindgren Ave., Sun City. Private/18/72/129/6827. Whisper Rock Golf Club Sunland Village Golf Course 480-575-8700, 32002 N. Old Bridge Rd., 480-832-3691, 725 S. Rochester St., Mesa. Viewpoint Golf Resort Scottsdale. Private/18/72/145/7405. Semi-Private/18/62/80/3623. 480-373-5555, 650 N. Hawes Rd, Mesa. Semi-Private/18/71/116/6224. Wildfire Golf Club SunRidge Canyon Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 5225 E. Pathfinder., desertgolfer.com, 13100 N. Sunridge Dr., Fountain Villa De Paz Golf Course Phoenix Faldo Course: Resort/18/71/127/6846 Hills. Public/18/71/140/6823. 623-877-1172, 4220 N. 103rd Ave., Phoenix. Palmer Course: Resort/18/72/135/7170. Public/18/72/114/6140. Superstition Mountain Golf Club Wigwam Golf Resort 480-983-3200, 8000 E. Club Village Dr., Villa Monterey Golf Course desertgolfer.com, 451 N. Litchfield Rd, Superstition Mountain. Private/18/72/135/6652. 480-990-7100, 8100 E. Camelback, Scottsdale. Litchfield Park. Resort/18/69.1/122/6085. Public/18/56.9/89/3014. Superstition Springs Golf Club Willowbrook & Willowcreek GC, desertgolfer.com, 6542 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa. Vistal Golf Club 623-876-3030, 10600 Boswell Blvd., Sun City. Public/18/72/135/7005. 602-305-7755, 701 E. Thunderbird Trail, Phoenix. Private/18/72. Public/18/72/115/6469. Talking Stick Golf Course desertgolfer.com, 9998 E. Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale. North: Public/18/72.7/123/7200. South: Public/18/NR/7200.

Tatum Ranch Golf Course 480-962-4653, 29888 N. Tantum Ranch Dr., Cave Creek. Private/18/72/128/6870.

Terravita Golf and Country Club 480-488-7962, 34034 North 69th Way, Scottsdale. Private/18/72/139/7186.

The 500 Club 623-492-9500, 4707 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix. Public/18/72/121/6867.

Toka Sticks Golf Club 480-988-9405, 6910 E. Williamsfield Rd., Mesa. Public/18/72/117/6605.

Tonto Verde Golf Club 480-471-2710, 18401 El Circulo Drive, Rio Verde. Semi-Private/18/72/126/6342. Seville Golf & Country Club TPC of Scottsdale 480-585-4334, 17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. Stadium: Public/18/71/138/7216 Champions: Public18/71/140/73.7 The publisher and staff of Desert Golf & Tennis make every effort to ensure accuracy in our maps and directories. Should you find any errors please email us with the corrections. Our desire is Trail Ridge Golf Club for our maps and directories to remain as current as possible; with your assistance we will 623-544-6015, 21021 N. 151 St., Sun City West. Private/18/71.3/127/6618. achieve the highest level of accuracy. We value your input. maps@desertgolf&tennis.com

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CLUB #HOLES TYPE INITIATION MONTHLY TRAIL FOOD CAP OF FACILITIES PHONE FEE DUES FEE MIN. MEMBERS Alta Mesa GC 18 Equity $10,000 $470 $1600 $0 325 G (480) 832-3257 Ancala 18 Non Equity $20,000 $580 $1300 $1000/A 500 GTSF (480) 391-1000 Anthem Golf & CC 36 Non Equity $42,000 $622 $750 $0 800 GTSFSp (623) 742-6202 Arrowhead CC 18 Non Transferable $1,500 $355 $500/A $50 450 GTSFSp (623) 561-9600 Arizona CC 18 Equity $25,000 $756 Club $2,000 550 GTSFSp (480) 889-1504 Aspen Valley GC 18 Equity Market Price $2080/A $0 $250 400 G (928) 527-4653 Blackstone CC 18 Equity $15,000 $690 $16 $0 500 GTSFSp (623) 707-8710 Briarwood CC 18 Equity Variable Variable $0 $600 400 GTS (623) 584-5600 GC at Chaparrel Pines 18 Non Equity $25,000 $610 $800/A $0 400 GTSF (928) 472-1430 Cottonwood 18 Private $0 $1500/A $0 $0 0 GTSF (480) 895-9449 CC at DC Ranch 18 Equity Market Price $995 $0 $1,000 400 GTSF (480) 342-7200 Desert Forest GC 18 Non Equity $30,000 $710 Club $0 250 G (480) 488-4589 Desert Highlands 18 Non Equity $75,000 $1025 $0 $1500 575 GTSFSp (480) 585-7444 Desert Mountain 108 Equity $140,000 $1205 $0 $1500/A 2375 GTSFSp (480) 595-4000 The Estancia Club 18 Equity Market Price $1500/A $0 $0 325 GTSFSp (480) 473-4400 Firerock CC 18 Refundable $40,000 $750 $0 $1200/A 395 GTSF (480) 836-3435 Forest Highlands 36 Property $35,000 $585 Club $0 871 GTSF (928) 525-9014 Golf Club Scottsdale 18 Non Equity $25,000 $850 $0 $0 350 G (480) 443-8868 Hassayampa GC 18 Equity $30,000 $625 Club $1000/A 390 GTSFSp (928) 445-0009 Leisure World CC 18 Non Equity $2,052/A $0 Club $0 NA GTSFSp (480) 634-4370 Mesa CC 18 Equity $3,500 $502 $3 $950/A 475 GSTF (480) 964-3514 Mirabel GC 18 Non & Equity $50,000 $1150 $1000 $0 300 GTSFSp (480) 437-1500 Moon Valley CC 18 Equity $27,500 $608 Club $800 450 GTSFSp (602) 942-0000 Palo Verde 18 Property $0 $1150/A $0 $0 1100 GTSF (480) 895-0300 Paradise Valley CC 18 Equity $66,100 $420 Club $825 475 GTSF (602) 840-8100 Phoenix CC 18 Equity $30,000 $600 $0 $0 600 GTSFSp (602) 263-5208 Pinewood CC 18 Equity $5,000 $825/A Club $0 350 GTSF (928) 286-1100 Pinnacle Peak CC 18 Equity $25,000 $700 $0 $1500/A 325 GTSF (480) 585-6992 Quintero Golf GC 18 Non Equity $20,000 $425 $1100/A $0 400 G (928) 501-1500 Red Mnt. Ranch CC 18 Non Equity $5,000 $474 $1250 $0 450 GTSF (480) 981-6501 The Rim GC 18 Equity $10,000 $850 $800 $0 295 GTSFSp (928) 472-1470 Rio Verde GC 36 Non Equity $25,000 $626 $0 $0 775 GTSF (480) 471-7010 Seville Golf and CC 18 Non Equity Market Price $507 $1200 $0 456 GTSFS (480) 722-8100 Silverleaf GC 18 Non Equity $125,000 $1,290 $0 $0 350 GFSp (480) 515-3200 Sun Lakes CC 18 Non Equity $0 $900/A $0 $0 0 GSTF (480) 895-9274 Superstition Mtn. 36 Non Equity $25,000 $685 Cart & $17 $0 750 GTSF (480) 983-3200 Terravita Golf Club 18 Non Equity $40,000 $540 $1,100 $0 345 GTSFSp (480) 488-7962 Tonte Verde GC 36 Property $15,000 $650 $800/A $0 450 GSF (480) 471-2710 Torreon GC 36 Non Equity $20,000 $320 Club $0 780 GTSF (877) 771-6771 Troon CC 18 Non Equity $55,000 $950 $21 $1,200/A 325 GTSF (480) 473-5093 Union Hills CC 18 Equity $500 $445 $0 $400/A 390 GTSF (623) 974-5888 Whisper Rock GC 36 Non Equity $130,000 $900 $0 $0 580 G (480) 575-8700 White Mountain CC 18 Equity $17,500 $3,225/A $0 $0 450 GT (928) 367-4357 Yuma Golf & CC 18 Equity $4,500 $425 $0 $600 450 GTS (928) 726-4210

Note: All of the clubs indicated different priced memberships (individual, family, corporate, etc.) therefore, prices reflect information on family memberships if possible. The double asterisk indicates dual memberships. Facilities range from golf (G), tennis (T), swimming (S), fitness (F), and spa (Sp). Spa includes salon and massage therapy. Under Type of club, property represents land/membership only. Under Trail fee, club represents only club carts allowed

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1. 49er Golf Club 2. Arizonia National Golf Course 3. Canoa Hills Golf Course 4. Canoa Ranch Golf Course 5. Country Club of Green Valley 6. Crooked Tree Golf Course 7. Del Lago Golf Club 8. Desert Hills Golf Club 9. Dorado Golf Course 10. El Conquistador Country Club 11. Fred Enke Golf Course 12. The Gallery Golf Club 13. Haven Golf Course 14. Heritage Highlands Golf Club 15. La Paloma Golf & Country Club 16. Oro Valley Country Club 17. The Pines Golf Club at Marana 18. Preserve Golf Club 19. Quail Creek Country Club 20. Randolph North Golf Course 21. Rio Rico Resort & Country Club 22. Rolling Hills Golf Club 23. SaddleBrooke Country Club 24. San Ignacio Golf Club 25. Santa Rita Country Club 26. Silverbell Golf Course 27. Skyline Country Club 28. Starr Pass Golf Course 29. Stone Canyon Country Club 30. The Views Golf Club at Oro Valley 31. Torres Blancas Golf Course 32. Trini Alvarez El Rio Golf Course 33. Tubac Golf Resort 34. Tucson Country Club 35. Tucson National, The Club 36. Ventana Canyon, The Lodge at 37. Vistoso, The Golf Club at

Heritage Highlands Golf Club 520-597-7000, 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. Semi-Private/18/72/6,904/134.

La Paloma Golf & Country Club 49er Golf Club Desert Hills Golf Club 520-299-1500, 3660 E. Sunrise Blvd., Tucson. 520-749-4001, 12000 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson. 520-625-5090, 2500 S. Circulo de Las Lomas, Canyon/Hill: Resort/18/72/70.8/140/6307 Semi-Private/18/72/6,681/116. Green Valley. Private/18/72/69.2/125/6182. Ridge/Canyon: Resort/18/72/71.7/143/6487. Ridge/Hill: Resort/18/72/69.7/142/6296. Arizonia National Golf Course Dorado Golf Course 520-749-3519, 9777 E. Sabino Green Dr. 520-885-6751, 1200 N. Dorado Club Dr., Tucson. Oro Valley Country Club Semi-Private/18/72. Public/18/72/59.3/92/4120. 520-297-3322, 300 W. Greenock Dr., Oro Valley. Private/18/72/6,964/129. Canoa Hills Golf Course El Conquistador Country Club 520-648-1881, 1401 Calle Urbano, Green Valley 520-544-1800, 10555 N. La Canada Dr., Tucson. The Pines Golf Club at Marana Semi-Private/18/72/6,610/130. Canada: Semi-Private/18/72/69.8/126/6185, 520-744-7443, 8480 N. Continental Links Dr., Conquistador: Semi-Private/18/72/70.5/124/6331. Tucson. Public/18/72/68.1/123/5810. Canoa Ranch Golf Course Preserve Golf Club 520-393-1966, 5800 S. Camino del Sol, Green Fred Enke Golf Course 520-825-9022, 66567 E. Catalina Hills, Valley. Semi-Private/18/72/68/120/6040. 520-791-2539, 8251 E. Irvington Rd., Tucson. Tucson.Public/18/72/69.9/130/6392. Public/18/72/6,807/137. Country Club of Green Valley Quail Creek Country Club 520-625-8831, 77 Paseo de Golf, Green Valley. The Gallery Golf Club 520-393-5802, 2010 E Quail Crossing Blvd, Green Private/18/72/6,738/124. 520-744-4700, 14000 N. Dove Mountain Valley. Private/18/72/70.4/127/6489. Blvd., Marana. Crooked Tree Golf Course South: Private/18/72/71.5/128/6828, Randolph North Golf Course 520-744-3322, 9101 N. Thornydale Rd., Tucson. North: Private/18/72/70.6/134/6576. 520-791-4161, 600 S. Alvernon Way. Tucson. Public/18/72/6,896/130. 520-625-4281, 110 N. Abrego Drive, Green Dell Urich Course: Public/18/72/67.1/112/5939, Valley.18/72/6,867/117. Randolph North Course: Del Lago Golf Club Public/18/72/70./120/6436. 520-647-1100, 14155 E. Via Rancho del Lago, Vail. Public/18/73/7,206/135.

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Rio Rico Resort & Country Club Torres Blancas Golf Course Tucson National, The Club 520-281-8567, 1069 Camino A la Posada, Rio Rico. 520-625-5200, 3233 S. Abrego Dr., Green Valley. 520-575-7540, 2727 W. Club Dr., Tucson. Semi-Private/18/72/7,119/128. Semi-Private/18/72/69/123/6371. Orange/Gold: Resort/18/72/71.6/133/6549, Gold/Green: Resort/18/72/70.3/136/6319, Rolling Hills Golf Club Trini Alvarez El Rio Golf Course Green/Orange: Resort/18/72/69.5/133/6146. 520-298-2401, 8900 E. 29th St., Tucson. 520-791-4229, 1400 W. Speedway Blvd., Tucson. Private/18/72/59.9/90/4146. Public/18/72/68.5/119/6090. Ventana Canyon, The Lodge at 520-828-5701, 6200 N. Clubhouse Lane, SaddleBrooke Country Club Tubac Golf Resort Tucson. Canyon: Semi-Private 520-825-2505, 64500 E. Saddlebrooke Blvd., 520-398-2021, Box 1297, #1 Otero Rd., Tubac. /18/72/70.2/137/6289 Tucson. Saddlebrooke/Catalina: Resort/18/71/6,776/128. Mountain: Semi-Private Private/18/72/67.3/116/5842, /18/72/70.5/139/6346. Saddlebrooke/Tucson: Private Tucson Country Club /18/72/68.1/121/6033, Tucson/Catalina: 520-298-2381, 2950 N. Camino Principal, Vistoso, The Golf Club at Private/18/72/68.2/122/6005. T u c s o n . P r i v a t e / 1 8 / 7 2 / 6 ,8 0 9/123. 520-797-9900, 955 W. Vistoso Highlands Dr., Tucson. Public/18/72/6,935/145. San Ignacio Golf Club 520-648-3469, 4201 S. Camino Del Sol, Green Valley. Public/18/71/6,704/136.

Santa Rita Country Club 520-762-5620, 16461 S. Houghton Rd., Tucson. Semi-Private/18/72/122/6042.

Silverbell Golf Course 520-791-5235, 3600 N. Silverbell Rd, Tucson. Public/18/72/69.6/119/6361.

Skyline Country Club 520-299-1111, 5200 E. St. Andrews, Tucson. Private/18/71/6,123/118.

Starr Pass Golf Course 520-670-0400, 3645 West 22nd St, Tucson. Rattler/Coyote: Resort/18/72/71.2/135/6578 Classic: Resort/18/72/71.8/135/6686. The Gallery Golf Club Stone Canyon Country Club 520-219-1500, 945 W. Vistoso Highlands Dr., Tucson. Private/18/72/72./135/6683. The publisher and staff of Desert Golf & Tennis make every effort to ensure accuracy in our maps The Views Golf Club at Oro Valley and directories. Should you find any errors please email us with the corrections. Our desire is 520-825-3110, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro for our maps and directories to remain as current as possible; with your assistance we will Valley. Semi-Private/18/72/6,723/143 achieve the highest level of accuracy. We value your input. maps@desertgolf&tennis.com Private Golf Clubs- tucson

CLUB #HOLES TYPE INITIATION MONTHLY TRAIL FOOD CAP OF FACILITIES PHONE FEE DUES FEE MIN. MEMBERS CC of Green Valley 18 Non Equity $1,000 $445 $0 $0 350 GS (520) 625-8806 Desert Hills GC 18 Equity $1,500 $200 $0 $0 500 G (520) 625-5090 49er Golf & CC 18 Non Equity $500 $100 $900 $75/Q 500 GSF (520) 749-4001 The Gallery GC 36 Non Equity $15,000 non-refund $720 $1,325 $0 780 GTSFSp (520) 744-2555 Lodge at Ventana 36 Equity $17,000 $736 $1,430/A $900 556 GTSFSp (520) 577-1400 Oro Valley CC 18 Equity Market Price N/A $1,400 N/A 340 GTF (520) 297-1121 Skyline CC 18 Equity $8,000 $588 Club $600 850 GTSFSp (520) 299-1111 The Stone Canyon Club 18 Non Equity $90,000 $825 $0 $0 390 GTSF (520) 219-1500 Tucson CC 18 Equity Market Price $550 $0 $1200/A 425 GTSFSp (520) 298-6769

Note: All of the clubs indicated different priced memberships (individual, family, corporate, etc.) therefore, prices reflect information on family memberships if possible. The double asterisk indicates dual memberships. Facilities range from golf (G), tennis (T), swimming (S), fitness (F), and spa (Sp). Spa includes salon and massage therapy. Under Type of club, property represents land/membership only. Under Trail fee, club represents only club carts allowed

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Angel Park Arroyo Golf Club Bali Hai Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 100 South Rampart Blvd., desertgolfer.com, 2250 Red Springs Drive, desertgolfer.com, 5160 Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas. Palm: Public/18/70/6,722/128 Las Vegas. Public/18/72/6,883/124. Las Vegas. Public/18/72/7,050. Mountain: Public/18/71/6,530/130. Badlands Golf Club Bear’s Best Las Vegas Golf Course Anthem Country Club desertgolfer.com, 9119 Alta Drive, Las Vegas. 702-804-8500, 11111 West Flamingo Rd, Las 702-614-5050, 1 Clubside Drive, Henderson, Desperado-Diablo: Vegas. Public/18/72/7,194. Private/18/72/7,267. Public/18/72/6,926/133.Desperado-Outlaw: Public/18/72/6,602/125.Diablo-Outlaw: Public/18/72/6,802/129.

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Casablanca Golf Club Legacy Golf Club Las Vegas 702-346-7529, 930 West Mesquite Blvd., desertgolfer.com, 130 Par Excellence Drive, Mesquite. Public/18/72/7,011/130. Henderson. Public/18/72/7,233/136.

1. Angel Park Cascata Golf Club Los Prados Golf Club 2. Anthem Country Club 702-294-2000, 1 Cascata Drive, Boulder City, 702-645-5696, 5150 Los Prados Circle, Las Vegas. 4. Arroyo Golf Club 3. Badlands Golf Club Public/18/72/143/7137. Semi-Private/18/70/5,350/107. 4. Bali Hai Golf Club 5. Bear’s Best Las Vegas Golf Course Chaparral Country Club Mojave Resort 6. Black Mountain Golf Club 520-758-3939, E. Mohave Dr., Bullhead City. 702-535-4653, 9905 Aha Macav Parkway, 7. Boulder City Golf Course Semi-Private/18/72. Laughlin. Resort/Public/18/72/6,939/126. 8. Callaway Golf Center 9. Canyon Gate Country Club Craig Ranch Golf Club The Oasis Golf Club 10. Casablanca Golf Club 702-642-9700, 628 West Craig Road, Las Vegas. 800-266-3313, 851 Oasis Blvd., Mesquite. 11. Cascata Golf Club 12. Chaparral Country Club Public/18/70/6,001/105. Palmer: Public/18/72/6,982/141. 13. Craig Ranch Golf Club Canyons: Public/18/71/6549. 14. Desert Lakes Golf Club Desert Lakes Golf Club 15. Desert Pines Golf Club 520-768-1000, Desert Lakes Dr., Bullhead City. Painted Desert Golf Club 16. Desert Rose Golf Club Resort/18/72. desertgolfer.com, 555 Painted Mirage, 17. Desert Willow Golf Course Las Vegas. Public/18/72/6,840/136. 18. DragonRidge Golf Club Desert Pines Golf Club 19. Eagle Crest Golf Club 21. Falcon Ridge Golf Course desertgolfer.com, 3415 E. Banzana Rd., Palm Valley Golf Club 22. Highland Falls Golf Club Las Vegas, Public/18/71/6,810/122. 702-363-4373, 9201 Del Webb Boulevard, Las 23. Lake View Executive Golf Course Vegas. Semi-Private/18/72/6,849/127. 24. Las Vegas Country Club Desert Rose Golf Club 25. Las Vegas Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 5483 Clubhouse Drive, Las The Palms Golf Club 26. Las Vegas National Golf Club Vegas. Public/18/71/6,511/117. 800-621-0187, 2200 Hillside Drive, Mesquite. 27. Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort Public/18/72/7,008/137. 28. Legacy Golf Club Desert Willow Golf Course 29. Los Prados Golf Club 30. Mojave Resort 702-263-4653, 2020 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Primm Valley Golf Club 31. The Oasis Golf Club Henderson. Public/18/60/3,811/91. 702-679-5510, 1 Yates Well Road Exit, Primm. 32. Painted Desert Golf Club Lakes: Public/18/71/6,945/134. 33. Palm Valley Golf Club DragonRidge Golf Club Desert: Public/18/72/7,131/138. 34. The Palms Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 552 South Stepahine Street, 35. Primm Valley Golf Club Henderson. Private/18/72/7,200. Red Rock Country Club 36. Red Rock Country Club 702-304-5600, 2250 Red Springs Dr., Las Vegas. 38. The Revere at Anthem Eagle Crest Golf Club Mountain course: Private/18/72/7001. 39. Rhodes Ranch 40. Rio Secco 702-240-1320, 2203 Thomas Ryan Blvd., Las Arroyo course: Private/18/72/6883. 41. Royal Links Golf Club Vegas. Semi-Private/18/60/4,067/96. 42. Shadow Creek Golf Club The Revere at Anthem 43. Siena Golf Club Falcon Ridge Golf Course desertgolfer.com, 2600 Hampton Rd., 44. SilverStone Golf Club 702-346-6363, 345 Calais Dr., Mesquite. Henderson, Public/18/72/7,143. 45. Southshore at Lake Las Vegas Resort Public/18/71/6546. 46. Southern Highlands Golf Club Rhodes Ranch 47. Spanish Trail Golf and Country Club 49. Sunrise Vista Golf Club Highland Falls Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 20 Rhodes Ranch Parkway, Las 50. TPC at the Canyons 702-254-7010, 10201 Sun City Boulevard, Las Vegas. Public/18/72/6,860/122. 51. TPC at Summerlin Vegas. Semi-Private/18/72/6,512/126. 52. Wildhorse Golf Club Rio Secco 53. Willow Creek Golf Club Lake View Executive Golf Course 702-889-2400, 2851 Grand Hills Drive, Las Vegas. 54. Wolf Creek 702-727-6388, 1471 Mount Charleston Drive, Public/18/72/7,332/142. 55. Tuscany Golf Club Pahrump. Public/18/59/3,587/77. Royal Links Golf Club Las Vegas Country Club desertgolfer.com, 5995 Vegas Valley Blvd., Las 702-734-1122, 3000 Joe W. Brown Drive, Las Vegas. Public/18/72/7,029/135. Black Mountain Golf Club Vegas. Private/18/72/7,164/117. 702-565-7933, 500 Greenway Road, Henderson. Shadow Creek Golf Club Semi-Private/27/72/6,550/123. Las Vegas Golf Club 888-778-3387, 3 Shadow Creek Dr., North Las desertgolfer.com. 4300 West Washington, Vegas. Private/Resort/18/72/7,239/139. Boulder City Golf Course Las Vegas. Public/18/72/6,631/117. 702-293-9236, 1 Clubhouse Drive, Boulder City. Siena Golf Club Public/18/72/6,561/110. Las Vegas National Golf Club 800-727-8331 (Par-Tee1), 10575 Siena Monte desertgolfer.com, 1911 East Desert Inn Rd., Las Ave., Las Vegas. Public/18/71.5/6,843/129. Callaway Golf Center Vegas. Public/18/71/6,815/130. 702-896-4100, 6730 South Las Vegas Bldv., SilverStone Golf Club Las Vegas. Public. Open 6:30am-10:00pm. Driving Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort 702-562-3770, 8600 Cupp Dr., Las Vegas. range, Lessons (The Giant Golf Academy) and desertgolfer.com, 10325 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd., Las Desert: Public/9/36/3560 Mountain: practice greens are available. Vegas. Snow Mountain: Public/9/36/3599 Valley: Public/9/36/3398. Resort/18/72/7,146/125. Sun Mountain: Canyon Gate Country Club Resort/18/72/7,112/130. Wolf: Southshore at Lake Las Vegas Resort 702-363-0303, 2001 Canyon Gate Drive, Las Resort/18/72/7,604/149. 702-558-0022, 100 Strada di Circolo, Henderson. Vegas. Private/18/72/6,742/125. Public/18/71/6,925/133.

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Southern Highlands Golf Club 702-263-1000, 1 Robert Trent Jones Ln., Las Vegas. Private/18/72/7,240.

Spanish Trail Golf and Country Club 702-364-0357, 5050 Spanish Trail Lane, Las Vegas. Sunrise-Canyon: Private/18/72/7,002/124. Lakes-Sunrise: Private/18/72/6,957/131. Canyon-Lakes: Private/18/72/,7107/131.

Sunrise Vista Golf Club 702-652-2602. 2841 Kinley Drive, Nellis. Eagle-Falcon: Public/Military/18/72/7,051/115 Raptor-Eagle: Public/Military /18/72/6,946/123. (See Map #49) TPC at the Canyons desertgolfer.com, 9851 Canyon Run Drive, Las Vegas. Public/18/71/7,063/131.

TPC at Summerlin 702-256-0111, 1700 Village Center Circle, Las Vegas. Private/18/72/7,243/139.

Tuscany Golf Club 1-866-TUSCANY, 901 Olivia Parkway, Henderson. Resort/Public/18/72/7,109/131.

Wildhorse Golf Club desertgolfer.com, 2100 West Warm Springs Rd., Las Vegas. Public/18/72/7,041/131.

Willow Creek Golf Club 775-727-4653, 1500 Red Butte Street, Pahrump. Semi-Private/18/71/7,025/124. Wolf Creek Wolf Creek 866-252-4653, 403 Paradise Pkwy, Mesquite. Public/18/72/7,018.

The publisher and staff of Desert Golf & Tennis make every effort to ensure accuracy in our maps and directories. Should you find any errors please email us with the corrections. Our desire is for our maps and directories to remain as current as possible; with your assistance we will achieve the highest level of accuracy. We value your input. maps@desertgolf&tennis.com Private Golf Clubs- las Vegas

CLUB #HOLES TYPE INITIATION MONTHLY TRAIL FOOD CAP OF FACILITIES PHONE FEE DUES FEE MIN. MEMBERS Anthem CC 18 Equity $10,000 $795 $900 $200/Q 450 GTSFSp (702) 614-5000 Canyon Gate 18 Non Equity $1,500 $574 $975 $800/A 500 GTSF (702)) 363-0303 DragonRidge CC 18 Non Equity $80,000 $765 $1,200/A $300/Q 325 GTSFSp (702) 614-4444 Las Vegas CC 18 Equity $23,000 Floating $1,050 $1,200 650 GTSFSp (702) 734-1122 Red Rock CC 36 Non Equity $12,000 $795 $1,000 $1,200 425 GTSFSp (702) 304-5600 Southern Highlands GC 18 Non Equity $50,000 $1,360 Cart $0 300 GTSFSp (702) 263-1000 The GC at Southshore 18 Corp $10,000 $695 $1,380/A $1,200 475 GSTF (702) 568-5800 Spanish Trail CC 27 Equity $0 $700 $0 $0 589 GTS (702) 364-5050 TPC at Summerlin 18 Non Equity $40,000 $800 N/A $200/Q 450 GTS (702) 256-0111

Note: All of the clubs indicated different priced memberships (individual, family, corporate, etc.) therefore, prices reflect information on family memberships if possible. The double asterisk indicates dual memberships. Facilities range from golf (G), tennis (T), swimming (S), fitness (F), and spa (Sp). Spa includes salon and massage therapy. Under Type of club, property represents land/membership only. Under Trail fee, club represents only club carts allowed

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