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September 2018 FALL IN AND AROUND THE NW

No shortage of places in the NW to play quality fall golf The is loaded with courses where fall golf is as good as its gets - from places like Leavenworth (right) and Columbia Point in the Tri- Cities (far right). See inside for more.

Palouse in the fall: Play some golf and watch the Cougars There might not be a better combination when August turns into September than fall golf and football. At places like Pullman, Wash. you can play the award-winning Ridge (right) and then take in a game at featuring the (left). There is plenty to like about fall in the Pacific Northwest - when you combine golf trips with some football games, you have it all. Fall is the perfect time to play golf Maybe the best time of year to play golf in the Northwest is in fall, the weather is cooperative, the days are still long, the course conditions are at their best having all summer to groom them and the pace of play is better. Places like Glendoveer Golf & Tennis in Portland (right), Juniper Golf Club in Redmond, Ore. (lower left) and Ka’anapali Resort on the island of Maui (lower right), are great options in the fall. Fall is the last change to get in some quality golf before the weather changes. This month Inside Golf takes a look at some of the Pacific Northwest locales - and beyond - that are some good choice for fall golf. Please see inside for more. • Page 2 • • FALL GOLF: CENTRAL OREGON • • Inside Golf - September Issue 2018 •

INSIDE Central Oregon in the fall: There might THIS EDITION not be a better time to take a golf trip For fall golf, there might not be a better place then Central Oregon. With the vast ar- ray of colors, some snowcapped peaks and Glendoveer Golf & Tennis typically great golf conditions, Central Oregon • The city of Portland has some terrific is a hotbed of fall golf for locals and traveling fall golf, but none more so than at Glen- golfers. Here’s a look at three places you doveer Golf & Tennis in east Portland, might want to check out when you are in the home of two championship golf courses. area: There is plenty to like about Glendoveer with its two courses, dry conditions and challenging layout. Juniper Golf Course There’s no doubt that Central Oregon The 18-hole East at Glendoveer continues to be a fantastic option for golfers opened in 1923. Designed by John Junor, in the region looking for a fast golf getaway. East at Glendoveer Golf Course measures When you hear golfers talk about their plans 6,295 yards from the longest and has for golf in Central Oregon, the resorts in the a slope rating of 123 and a 68.5 USGA area are typically front of mind. But with so rating. The course features 3 sets of tees many golf courses to choose from during for different skill levels. your golf getaway, those who really know golf The 18-hole West at Glendoveer in Central Oregon often talk about the only opened in 1928. Designed by Frank resort quality golf course that is municipally Stenzel, West at Glendoveer Golf Course owned, seconds from the airport in Redmond, measures 5,922 yards from the longest Ore. If your knowledge of the Central Oregon tees and has a slope rating of 115 and a golf market is limited, there’s a good chance 67.2 USGA rating. The course features 3 you’ve never heard of Juniper Golf Course. sets of tees for different skill levels. The history of this golf course is extremely But there is much more than golf at unusual. It’s rare that a golf course completely Glendoveer - and the fall months are a moves from one location to another, but that’s perfect time to see what the facility has in exactly what Juniper Golf Course did, relocat- store for golfers, walkers and anyone else ing on a new piece of property a short who enjoys the outdoors. away from its original location. Originally a There is a two-mile nature trail which Snowcapped mountains back for a terrific backdrop at Black Butte Ranch Resort. private 9-hole golf club, the City of Redmond rings the outside of the golf course, mak- bought the course and acquired a larger prop- ing a perfect walk any time of the day. erty and then enlisted the design services of There is also a FootGolf course - the same John Harbottle, and reopened in 2005 with course that some of the Portland Timber 18 championship holes carved through the soccer stars of Major League Soccer beautiful high desert landscape. The end use. result is a very popular and challenging layout There are tennis courts on site and a with consistently superior course conditions fitness center. There is plenty to like. Now, and an experience that is unusually nice for there is even more. a municipal golf course. When you consider Von Ebert Brewing has opened a loca- that the green fees at this municipal gem are tion in the old Ringside Restaurant next to well under $100 a round in season, you’ll be the clubhouse at Glendoveer. Von Ebert’s hard pressed to find greater value anywhere new location at Glendoveer will feature a in the region. variety of beers It’s nearly impossible to play a round of golf Anytime is a terrific time for activities without gazing into the horizon at the natural at Glendoveer, but in the fall with the dif- beauty of the region. ferent colors and various things to do, this might just be the perfect time to see what Glendoveer has to offer on and off the golf Crooked River Ranch Resort course. The course at Crooked River Ranch is described as player friendly with teeth. The fifth hole is perhaps one of the most dynamic golf holes you will come Crooked River Ranch offers fabulous scenery and challenging golf in Central Oregon.

Located near Indian Canyon & Downriver Golf Courses

Plus • 24-hour indoor pool and hot tub • FREE hot breakfast with fresh waffles!

1.800.HAMPTON • 509.747.1100 2010 S. Assembly Road • Spokane, WA • HamptonInnSpokane.com • Inside Golf - September Issue 2018 • • FALL GOLF: CENTRAL OREGON • • Page 3 • Fall golf in the Central Oregon is as good as it gets across. In his book on Oregon Golf, author Paul Linnman calls the hole “the most spectacular golf hole in Oregon.” At only 260-yards, the -4 may not seem intimidating on the scorecard, but from the box it’s another story. The Crooked River runs along the left side of the hole in a large deep canyon and the desert sits on the right. The green can be driven, but it’s a tough shot. Crooked River Ranch is complete resort and a place for families. There are several hiking trails and walking paths to choose from, a baseball field, equestrian trails, fishing, cycling and plenty of other outdoor activities in and around the re- sort. Stay and play options are available Crooked River Ranch (top) and Juniper are for cabins or in their RV park. two terrific choices when it comes to fall golf Long-time Director of Golf Pat Huffer in Central Oregon. has been elected into the PGA Northwest Section Hall of Fame. a $3.75 million renovation and reopened in 2012. The re-model was designed by North- Black Butte Ranch Resort west architect John Fought and now plays to Black Butte Ranch is one of those spe- 7,007 yards from the back tees. The mod- cial places that not only has plenty of family ernization of the design includes five sets of activities, but also offers two golf courses to tees on every hole, allowing golfers of all skill choose from. levels to enjoy the game. With the Big Meadow and Glaze Meadow With two championship courses Black golf courses, Black Butte is a golfer’s para- Butte Ranch Resort is a popular destination dise. Each course provides a different, yet for golf groups challenging golf experience and both are The focal point of the resort is the iconic worth the trip to Central Oregon. Lodge Restaurant with fine dining and fabu- Big Meadow underwent an update in 2007 lous view. The Aspen Lounge on the third making the course now stretched to over floor above the restaurant has a 270 degree 7,000 yards. view of the Cascades from its outdoor deck. The Glaze Meadow course also underwent Several stay and play options are available. • Page 4 • • FALL GOLF: CENTRAL WASHINGTON • • September Issue 2018 - Inside Golf • When fall is in the air, there might not be a better time for golf in Eastern and Central Washington As you make your way over Snoqualmie Pass and head toward Central and Eastern Washington in the fall months, there is plenty to see. From the changing colors of the trees to perhaps a glimpse of snow along the pass, the seasons are definitely changing once September and October roll around. Here’s a brief look at some choices when you travel over the mountains.

Leavenworth Golf Course Leavenworth Golf Course reached a milestone during the 2017 golf season as the Central Washington golf course turned 90 years old. The golf course opened in 1927 and is one of the oldest golf courses in the Pacific Northwest. It all started more than 90 years ago in Leavenworth with six holes and sand greens. Three more holes were eventually built giving Leavenworth a nine-hole layout. Since then, Leavenworth Golf Course has become known for a couple of things: A sce- nic walk through the tall trees with outstanding course conditions. The course might not be long, checking in at just over 5,700 yards, but do not be fooled by the length. With the tall trees, small slick greens, tight fairways and the dogleg holes, this is not an easy track, The original golf course was designed on what was the old Chelan County fairground property. And there is still evidence of an old race track on the first hole. The nine-hole course was also the site of the Northwest Fall golf at Leavenworth is always a treat with its mountainous park-like setting and the Icicle River bordering the fairways. Sand Green Championship in the 1940s. • Inside Golf - September Issue 2018 • • FALL GOLF: CENTRAL WASHINGTON • • Page 5 • Central, Eastern Washington offers some terrific fall golf In 1967, the membership purchased Moses Pointe is sure to become your next the land that is the current back nine. An home away from home, or who knows, maybe extensive underground sprinkler system your next home? For a hole by hole visual tour was installed and in 1968, the entire 18 hole of the course, visit www.mosespointe.com. course opened. Apple Tree Resort Lake Chelan Golf Course Apple Tree in Yakima is one of the North- Ever since it was built in 1970, Lake Chel- west’s premier golf experiences and was an Golf Course has always been a popular given a 4-Star rating by . spot for golfers visiting the area. Located on The signature par-3 17th hole with its the lake’s north side, Lake Chelan is a solid apple-shaped island green is one of the state’s par-72 golf course that sits on a bluff with most recognizable holes. The hole is a mas- unparalleled views of the lake and foot hills terpiece of golf architecture that measures that will stay in your memory. The course has over 10,000 square feet with nine different tee three sets of tees and plays to 6,445 yards boxes to choose from, giving all skill levels a from the blue tees with a slope of 124. fair shot at making the green. The reviews by visitor’s to Lake Chelan all The 17th hole is only one of many great talk about the fantastic views and the great holes at Apple Tree Resort. The course winds condition of the course. If you are planning through 100-year old apple orchards with a trip to the Wenatchee/Chelan area you some stunning water hazards and challenging will want to put Lake Chelan Golf Course on elevation changes. The course and greens your itinerary. And don’t forget to bring your are always in perfect condition. The view camera to capture some of the panoramic from the clubhouse of the 18th hole belongs views that you will be treated to on the course. on a postcard with its vast network of ponds and the rest of the golf course sitting in the Columbia Point Golf Course background, it makes for an amazing view. Located in Richland, Columbia Point Golf There are some terrific Stay & Play pack- Course is an upscale daily fee facility adjacent ages available on-site at the Braebukkrn to the Columbia River. The course is owned Lodge Condominiums as well as the Best Columbia Point in Richland is one of the jewels of Eastern Washington. by the City of Richland and measures 6,571 Western Plus Ahtanum Inn. yards from the back tees. It celebrated its 20th year in 2017. Nothing too complicated greets golfers but the course does have some strategically placed water hazards and numerous bunkers that will need to be avoided. The most rec- ognizable features are the mounds separating several of the rolling fairways and large undu- lating greens. If your short game is MIA, you might want to put in some practice time on the range before you hit the course. Columbia Point has a nice cafe, with a covered patio providing panoramic views of the front nine.

The at Moses Pointe Located just four miles north of interstate 90 in Moses Lake, Wash., has been a favorite destination for golfers since opening in 1999. Having played host to the 2005 and 2008 Washington State Amateur Championship as well as the 2011 Pacific Northwest Public Links, Moses Pointe will test the games best players. In addition to great golf, you’ll find one of the regions favorite restaurants – Mulligans at the Pointe! Amazing burgers and specialty sandwiches await, along with a terrific selec- tion of beverages and a featured entree every weekend. With great golf, 300 plus days of sunshine, and a growing residential golf community, Apple Tree in Yakima ( above left) with its signature apple green and Lake Chelan Golf Course, are two terrific NW fall golf options. • Page 6 • • FALL GOLF: ARIZONA • • September Issue 2018 - Inside Golf • Troon Golf courses make for a perfect fall getaway vacation When traveling to Arizona to play golf, there are the “must play courses” and then there are the must plays. But with over 300 Don’t forget to add courses throughout the state, how’s a club- packing golfer to decide where to tee it up? football games into The answer is easy, visit www.TroonGolfAZ. com first. Here you can gather course informa- tion, book tee times, checkout stay and play your golf travel plans packages and more. If you are planning on making Arizona a Troon Golf®-managed courses offer fall golf destination, then don’t forget you industry-leading consistency in service and might want to put some football games on surface. Simply put, if you’re playing a Troon® your schedule too. property, you know it’s going to be awe- The NFL’s Arizona Cardinals play in some. The directory of courses in the Troon Glendale, just northeast of downtown Golf portfolio in the Phoenix, Scottsdale and Phoenix and they play the Seattle Se- Tucson areas reads like a list of the state’s ahawks at the end of September. top golf courses – and for good reason, they For the college football fans, Arizona are. Troon Golf properties throughout Arizona State plays their home games in Tempe include: Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club, and Arizona has its home games in Tucson. Boulders Resort & Spa, Golf Club of Estrella, There are plenty of games and golf courses Lookout Mountain Golf Club, The Phoenician, to choose from when making the trip to the Poston Butte Golf Club, Sewailo Golf Club, desert. Troon North Golf Club, The Westin Kierland Golf Club, Whirlwind Golf Club and more… All of these Troon-managed properties guests the option of playing on Golf Boards, are set in stunning locations and capture the Golf Bikes or Segways. For golf traditional- essence of the American Southwest. ists, Kierland, the Boulders and Troon North From the magnificence of the Boulders also offer the option of playing with a cad- in Carefree and Troon North in Scottsdale, die. to the Sonoran Desert beauty of Whirlwind If you’re spending more than just a few Golf Club in Chandler, each course has its days playing golf in the Arizona sun, think own unique way of leaving you speechless about purchasing an Arizona Troon Card for and amazed. additional savings. Troon Cards, available as In addition to delivering on beauty, incred- TwoSome or FourSome Cards, are the abso- ible service and outstanding playing surfaces, lute best way to play Troon’s top courses at Troon’s Arizona properties are focused on the lowest rates. making the game of golf more fun. For ex- For more information on Troon’s Arizona ample, The Westin Kierland Golf Club offers courses, visit www.TroonGolfAZ.com. Ak-Chin Southern Dunes (top) and Poston Butte are two Troon-managed courses in Arizona. • Inside Golf - September Issue 2018 • • FALL GOLF: HAWAII • • Page 7 •

Hawaii in the fall: A perfect time to visit island resorts Ka’anapali Resort on the island of Maui is a great place to visit anytime of year but in the fall, the golf courses, the conditions, the sights . . . everything is perfect. And now the resort has even more to offer with FootGolf and GolfBoards. Ka’anapali Golf Courses is the only facility across the island of Maui to offer a FootGolf Course for residents and visitors alike. Nine and 18 holes of FootGolf is available at Ka’anapali after 4:00 p.m. seven days a week starting at $15 to walk and an additional $15 to ride a shared . Players can bring their own soccer balls or rent one for $5 per round. Ka’anapali Golf Courses joined several other Billy Casper Golf-managed courses across America to launch the program in 2015 and it has quickly become a popular afternoon activity for all ages and skill levels. Ka’anapali hosts an annual fall FootGolf League, along with occasional weddings, reunions, birthday parties and other events on the FootGolf course. In addition to the FootGolf track, Ka’anapali Golf Courses also offers two championship 18-hole courses, a practice range and two putting greens for all levels of play. The Royal Ka’anapali Course, a Robert Trent Jones Senior design, opened in 1962 and has tested the skills of golf professionals and amateurs alike. A Par 71 stretching 6,700 yards, the Royal Course combines wide fairways and undulating greens, making it both distinctive and demanding. Home of the PGA TOUR Champions Ka’anapali Classic for 14 years, the Royal Ka’anapali Course has hosted some of golf’s legends: Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman, Fred Couples, Jan Stephenson and Betsey King. The Ka’anapali Kai Course is a Par 70, 6,400-yard course and boasts an array of strategi- cally placed bunkers, contoured fairways, and re-shaped and resurfaced greens. This course, host of ’s Big Break Ka'anapali, is a challenge to play and places a premium on strategy off the tee, accuracy with approach shots, and a deft touch around the greens. Ka’anapali Resort in Maui is a great fall spot with GolfBoards (top) and FootGolf (above).