Fall/ Winter 2014

MYRTLE BEACH

Family Golf Week New Tournament Options For the Entire Family

Natalie Gulbis Loving Myrtle Beach

Waccamaw Golf Trail Custom Stay & Play Packages

Thistle Golf Club

A Golfer’s Dream Come True

Big Break Myrtle Beach Fall 2014

Golf Channel’s Hit Reality TV Show Features Grand Strand Courses

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On The Cover:

Tidewater Golf Club & Plantation

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A Golfer’s Dream

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Waccamaw Golf Trail

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Father & Son Team Classic Sparks Family Golf Week

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Big Break Myrtle Beach

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Loving Myrtle Beach

Beachwood Golf Club

Thistle Golf Club offers a storybook like setting Customize your own Stay & Play Package A True “Family Affair”

Grand Strand Plays Host to the Golf Channel’s hit reality TV show.

Natalie Gulbis shares her fondness of the Grand Strand

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The Lesson Tee

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Keep It In The Fairway

Ingredients for Good Putting, Ted Frick, PGA Situational Golf Solutions - Dallas Brave

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he season is here! And yes, we mean golf season. 120 days of the best golf of the year, from November through the end of March.

Many area courses have undergone some major renovations and are eager to welcome the millions of golfers from across America. The Grand Strand’s temperate climate, variety of courses, and reasonable rates make the area the destination of choice for many avid golfers.

Here at Golf Insider, we are thrilled to see the game of golf continue to grow. And despite what we may hear, the game of golf is growing.

Golf is one of America’s most popular weekend activities. Whether we are on the course playing, or in our living room watching on TV, America loves golf! Granted, other sporting events may garner higher TV ratings, but how many 50 year olds are actually out playing football in their spare time?

So here’s to you, fellow golfer! We hope you enjoy your rounds here at the beach and we hope this book serves you well during your stay.

Sincerely, www.mbgolfinsider.com

Your Golf Insider Staff: Alicia Harper Brad Greenstein Tawnya Sherer

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Aberdeen Country Club Arcadian Shores Arrowhead Country Club Azalea Sands Beachwood Golf Club Barefoot - Dye Course Barefoot Fazio Course Barefoot - Love Course Barefoot - Norman Course Black Bear Golf Club Blackmoor Burning Ridge Golf Club Cane Patch Par 3 Carolina National Colonial Charters Golf Club Crown Park Farmstead Golf Links Founders Club Glen Dornoch Grande Dunes Heather Glen Heritage Club Heron Point Indian Wells Golf Club Indigo Creek Golf Club International Club Island Green Legends Resort - Heathland Legends Resort - Moorland Legends Resort - Parkland Litchfield Country Club Long Bay Club Meadowlands Golf Club Midway Par 3 Myrtle Beach National - King’s North Myrtle Beach National - SouthCreek Myrtle Beach National - West Course Myrtlewood - Palmetto Myrtlewood - PineHills Oyster Bay Golf Links Pawleys Plantation Pine Lakes Country Club Possum Trot Prestwick River Club River Hills Golf & Country Club Rivers Edge Golf Club Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club Sea Trail Plantation - Byrd Course Sea Trail Plantation - Jones Course Sea Trail Plantation - Maples Course Shaftsbury Glen Tidewater Golf Club Tiger’s Eye at Ocean Ridge The Pearl East & West Thistle

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xcellence. Pride. Tradition.

These are the hallmarks of this award winning golf community.

Named after the prestigious Thistle Club in Leith, Scotland, Thistle Golf Club in Sunset Beach, N.C., is just a short drive up the coast from Myrtle Beach. Offering one the most beautiful yet challenging 27- hole layouts on the Grand Stand. At Thistle Golf Club, the attention to detail is evident throughout – from the design and condition of the course, the grand clubhouse, to the attentive service you receive from the moment you arrive.

European buildings and classically paired with the best in modern conveniences. With an interior of high exposed-beam ceilings, the imported Scottish bar to the amazing displays of historic documents and golf collectibles, including antiques from Europe and golf artifacts from the British Isle, you will feel like you’ve stepped back in time to the early 1800’s. The Thistle Clubhouse is a crown jewel and is unsurpassed in the region.

Thistle Golf Club truly offers a genuine Old World atmosphere. Thistle Golf Club has been created with a passion and respect for the game and the people who play it.

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The creation of Thistle Golf Club began with a beautiful piece of land and a talented course designer, Tim Cate. The skillful blending of natural elevation changes and wetlands with carefully carved bunkers and large greens is visually stunning.

Recent work and renovations include revamped traps and reconstruction of numerous bulkheads. New greens are currently being installed, one nine at a time. The original Bentgrass greens proved difficult to maintain during the high heat and humidity of the summer months. The renovation of the greens, to TifEagle Bermuda, started with the MacKay nine (completed September 2014), and will be followed by the Cameron nine (May 2015), and will finish up with the Stewart nine (July

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2015). The conversion to TifEagle Bermuda will provide a more consistent surface year-round.

Thistle is a luxury gated community, where custom designed homes offer unobstructed views of rolling fairways, shimmering lakes and acres of wildflowers.

This course is one you will not want to miss.

Thistlegolf.com (910) 444-2500

South Strand Map Prestwick

Island Green

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Wicked Stick

707 Blackmoor

Surfside Beach

Indian Wells Indigo Creek

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International Club

Murrells Inlet

TPC Horry County

Georgetown County

Wachesaw East

17 The Reserve

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Willbrook Tradition

Litchfield CC

Pawleys Island

River Club Caledonia True Blue Heritage Club

Pawleys Plantation

Founders Club

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Founders Club

Pawleys Island, SC 7829 Ocean Hwy. (800) TEE-OFFS (843) 237-2299 ClassicGolfGroup.com

Par: 72 Slope: 139 USGA Rating: 74.1 Architect......... Thomas Walker

This course has 18 unique holes, stunning visuals, as well as isolated teeing areas.

It features wide, bowled-in fairways encircled with waste bunkering. Water comes into play on many of the holes, but aside from the epic carry on the 12th, can be avoided by most golfers. The greens are Emerald bermuda grass and the fairways are 419 Bermuda. Guests come away with not only remembering their best shot, but every shot. Golf Digest Top 60 Courses in Myrtle Beach (#22, 2010), 2011 Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owners Association Course of the Year.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, Meeting Facilities, Practice Area

Pawleys Plantation

Pawleys Island, SC

70 Tanglewood Dr. (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 129 70.0

Architect........... Jack Nicklaus

This Jack Nicklaus Signature course is a classic Lowcountry design that you can play many times and never have the same shot twice. With subtle greens enveloped by sand bunkers, challenging fairways dotted with water and unique obstacles evident on every hole, this is a player’s course that demands strategy, ingenuity and above all, concentration. “You’ll have to think your way around this course,” Nicklaus advises. “America’s Top Courses” by Zaget Survey, Top 30 of the SC’s more than 300 golf courses according to Golf Digest - 2009, 2011, 2012.

Amenities: Banquet Facilities, Golf Shop, Grill, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Heritage Club

Pawleys Island, SC 478 Heritage Drive (800) 990-8992 (843) 237-3424 LegendsGolf.com Par: 71 USGA Rating:

Slope: 131 71.2

Architect............... Dan Maples

A magnificent avenue of oaks leads to the Southern Colonial clubhouse overlooking the Waccamaw River, a tribute to the centuries old rice culture which once thrived in this location. An atmosphere of gracious southern living is immediately evident among giant magnolias, 300-year old oaks, fresh water lakes, and surrounding wetlands. Heritage features spacious, rolling fairways, large undulating greens, surrounded by lush stands of crepe myrtle, camellias and azaleas. “America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses” - Golf Digest - 2005, 2007, 2009.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Driving Range, Practice Area

River Club Pawleys Island, SC

11 Pine Circle (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 129 70.2

Architect..............Tom Jackson

River Club features water on 15 of 18 holes, and over 50 sand traps and bunkers.

Long hitters have some room off the tee, but approach shots need to be true. The dramatic par-5, 18th is one of the finest finishing holes on the Grand Strand,offering risk and rewward to those who can carry the water twice for a possible chance at eagle. eagle chance. . Two of the 18 holes at the semi-private River Club are featured among “The 100 Greatest Holes Along the Grand Strand.” Awarded 4.5 Stars in Golf Digest’s “Places to Play” in 2008.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, Driving Range, Practice Area 12

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Tradition Golf Club

Pawleys Island, SC

1027 Willbrook Blvd.

(866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 135 73.1

Architect.................... Ron Garl

Set among the rolling terrain of a 18th century plantation, The Tradition Club is a Ron Garl design in the tradition of the great courses from around the world. Test your power on large landing areas that allow for big swings off the tee and your accuracy against well-guarded greens that require precise shot making. Combined with exceptional beauty, it is a course that is as enjoyable to play as it is challenging.

Rated 4.5 Stars in Golf Digest’s “Places to Play.”

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Willbrook Plantation

Built upon the sites of two 18th Century plantations, Willbrook Plantation Golf Club is a scenic golf course with an amazing variety of wildlife and historic points of interest surrounded by centuries-old oaks where nature abounds. Willbrook was recently featured on the award-winning television show “Nature Scene” for its peaceful coexistence of golfers and nature.

Pawleys Island, SC

426 Tidewater Circle (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 128 70.5

Architect............... Dan Maples

Course designer Dan Maples has frequently referred to Willbrook Plantation as “One of my best,” and most golfers agree. The first hole is a challenging par-4 with a slight dog-leg right that requires a well placed tee shot over a former rice field to have a clear shot at the green for your second shot. The par 5 15th hole gives up very few birdies and demonstrates the many challenges of the wetlands, waterways and stately oaks used in this great design. ee shots are down hill just short of a creek, and then your second and third shots are back up hill to a well-protected green.

For the sixth year in a row, Golf for Women has listed Willbrook on their list of “America’s 50 Best Courses,” (#25) and Golf Digest awarded it 4.5 Stars since 2006 in their “Places to Play.”

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area 14

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Litchfield Country Club

The the giant oaks and shimmering lakes of a former Carolina rice plantation,is the setting for an extraordinarily challenging golf experience. Open for play since 1966, the course has maintained its original features, including player friendly green-side pathways for bump and run approach shots.

Pawleys Island, SC

619 Country Club Dr. (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 128 71.2

The course is enjoyable for all levels of player. Architect............. Willard Byrd Add in the relative scarcity of intimidating and punishing forced carries over water. It is easy to see why Litchfield Country Club has been going strong for nearly a half-century. Tree lines fairways, strategically placed bunkers and water hazards protect its relatively small greens. The par five 13th hole, tempts players with a flanking water hazard with hopes of reaching the green in two shots.

Litchfield Country Club’s clubhouse is a wonderful place to relax before or after one’s round, with its classical Southern charm. The intimate, well-stocked pro shop/ The practice facility includes a driving range, putting green and a chipping green Awarded 4.5 Stars by Golf Digest’s “Places to Play,” 2008 and one of the “World’s 50 Best” by Conde Nast Traveler, 1996.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Indigo Creek Golf Club Murrells Inlet, SC

8480 Indigo Club Dr. (800) 718-1830 (843) 650-1809 IndigoCreekGolfClub.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 140 73.0

Architect............ Willard Byrd

Indigo Creek Golf Club is in the very heart of the Grand Strand’s Lowcountry plantation area in Murrells Inlet, just 10 minutes south of Myrtle Beach. The back nine is set among giant oaks and flowing creeks. This Willard Byrd design has lots of water and wildlife. It has been said that Indigo Creek Golf Club is as enjoyable to look at as it is to play. This Lowcountry jewel was selected as one of Golf Digest’s 1998 “Places to Play”, giving Indigo Creek 3 Stars.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

International Club Murrells Inlet, SC

1560 International Club Blvd.

(843) 651-9995 (866) 900-5507 InternationalClubGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope:129 73.4

Architect.............. Willard Byrd

The International Club has been praised and recognized by some of the top golfing sources, and individual players alike. In fact, the International Club has received the prestigious 4 Star rating from Golf Digest for being one of the Best Places to Play. As soon as any golfer - whether novice or expert - enters onto the grounds of the golf course, the beauty and unique layout of the course becomes evident.

Home of Chuck Wike Golf School, and US Golf Schools.

Amenities: Practice Facilites, Golf Shop, Restaurant/Banquet Facilities, International Club Fitting & Learning Center 18

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Wachesaw Plantation East

Murrells Inlet, SC

911 Riverwood Drive (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 130 70.9

Architect......... Clyde Johnston

A former rice plantation, this heavily wooded course offers five sets of tees for golfers of all skill levels. With a hint of Scottish design, this course features rolling fairways, traditional mounding and strategically placed bunkers. Its freshwater lakes and scenic wetlands challenge golfers’ skills while at the same time providing the perfect environment for a relaxed day on the golf course. Fast and true TifEagle greens guide players to the thrill of accomplishment as they finish each hole.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Bar, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

Blackmoor

Murrells Inlet, SC

6100 Longwood Drive (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 126 70.1

Architect............. Gary Player

Blackmoor, Gary Player’s only Grand Strand signature course, is built on the historic site of Longwood Plantation, which parallels the Waccamaw River. This spectacular,, undulating design takes advantage of the natural terrain and beautiful vistas making it a most enjoyable place to play.Yet the clever layout provides the high handicapper a fun round. This course offers golfers of all ages and abilities a friendly but true test. When you couple the charm of this course with its truly hospitable staff and inviting facilities, Blackmoor becomes a “must-play” year after year.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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ELEVATE YOUR GAME WITH A VISIT TO THE

Pawleys Plantation

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he Myrtle Beach Grand Strand’s southern shores, from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown, are known locally as the Hammock Coast, noted for the famous handmade Pawleys Island rope hammocks. But hammocks are not the only things swinging in this region. More and more golfers are swinging down to the Hammock Coast and the Waccamaw Golf Trail to savor the incredible collection of

award-winning layouts, including some of the top-ranked courses in America.

The Waccamaw Golf Trail features eleven exceptional courses. Included among them are Blackmoor, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, Heritage Club, Litchfield Country Club, Pawleys Plantation, River Club, TPC Myrtle Beach, Tradition Club, True Blue Plantation, Wachesaw Plantation East, and Willbrook Plantation. Most were built upon the sites of 18th and 19th century rice and indigo plantations.

Ancient moss-draped oaks, flowering azaleas, camellias and magnolias hug the fairways and the banks of the scenic tidal rivers, creating the backdrop for some of the most picturesque courses you’ll ever experience.

Among the noted designers of the Waccamaw Trail courses are Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Tom Fazio, Clyde Johnston, Dan Maples and Mike

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Strantz. The accolades among these course are many. All eleven have been awarded 4 or more Stars in Golf Digest’s “Guide To The Best Courses You Can Play in America” which signifies “must play”. GOLF Magazine’s recently released list of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play in America” includes two Waccamaw Trail courses, and their list of the top 20 courses you can play in South Carolina includes four Waccamaw Trail courses. Four made their way onto Golf for Women’s “Top 50 in America”.

With so many outstanding courses and restaurants along the Waccamaw Trail, more and more golfers are opting for stay-and-play packages. The selection of accommodations ranges from golf villas overlooking the fairways of Pawleys Plantation and True Blue Plantation, to the deluxe hotel suites and oceanfront condominiums at Litchfield Resort and Inlet Sports Lodge, to quaint beach houses and bed-n-breakfast establishments

Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort

sprinkled throughout the region, including along the historic streets of one of America’s oldest waterfront towns.

Marshwalk in Murrells Inlet

Among the region’s popular dining establishments are Frank’s and Frank’s Outback, Quigley’s Pint and Plate, Bistro 217, and many more along Murrells Inlet’s scenic Marshwalk, including Drunken Jack’s, Hot Fish Club and Wicked Tuna. There’s also a treasure trove of unique shops and restaurants at the Hammock Shops in Pawleys Island. Brookgreen Gardens and Huntington Beach State Park are among the region’s year-round natural attractions.

Brookgreen Gardens

Preferred tee times and packages on the Waccamaw Golf Trail courses are available online at www.WGolfTrail.com or call 800-661-2928. Request a free online Quick Quote to get the best package deals, and we’ll include a COMPLIMENTARY ROUND of golf for your Waccamaw Golf Trail vacation.

Tournament Players Club

The only course on the Grand Strand to be awarded the maximum five stars on Golf Digest’s “Places To Play” ranking. TPC carries a professional golf pedigree as well, having hosted the Senior Tour Championship in the past as well.

Murrells Inlet, SC

1199 TPC Blvd.

(866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com

Slope: 126 Smooth, expansive Champion Bermuda greens Par: 72 that run fast are accented with interesting con- USGA Rating: 70.4 tours. The course bobs and weaves through mostly pine forest and features a pleasing amount of Architect................... Tom Fazio elevation changes, especially for a track located only a few miles from the Atlantic Ocean.

Hole 18 is a true risk-reward chance, a 538-yard beauty that plays as a three-shotter for most but is reachable in two for the daring and accurate player. The first order of business is to thread a long, straight tee ball between a stand of trees on the left and a meandering creek on the right.

This creek crosses the fairway some 330 yards off the back tee and feeds into a lake that runs down the remainder of the left side of the hole and protects the front, left and rear of the putting surface. The player who bails out too far to the right is likely to catch any of a number of bunkers, but a mighty second shot that matches the first can yield an eagle opportunity to close the round.

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Indian Wells Golf Club

Surfside Beach, SC

100 Woodlake Drive (800) TEE-OFFS (843) 651-1505 ClassicGolfGroup.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 131 70.6

Architect............... Gene Hamm

Built in the tradition of a U.S. Open-style course, Indian Wells boasts an impressive appearance and layout for the perfect look and feel of champions. The daring are rewarded for their skill and creative shot-making attempts. The day does not end when the round of golf is over, with an outdoor patio over looking the 10th tee and a relaxing clubhouse, you’ll understand why they were awarded the “Hospitality and Operational Excellence Award.” Voted 2004-2005 Golf Course of the Year by the Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owners Association.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

Heron Point

Myrtle Beach, SC

6980 Blue Heron Blvd.

800-786-1771 (843) 650-6664 ClassicGolfGroup.com Par: 71 USGA Rating:

Slope: 120 69.1

Architect............. Willard Byrd

Heron Point will not overpower players with its length, but rather it demands precise ball placement throughout the course. The greens are very well-defended by bunkers and grass hollows and water comes into play on ten holes. The most notable hole is the 5th, par four. Number five at Heron Point is a true 90-degree dogleg, bending sharply to the left. A cluster of three bunkers sit on the inside of the elbow-shaped curve in the fairway, tempting aggressive players off the tee, while simultaneously providing enough room to the right to allow for more conservative play, leaving a longer approach.

Amenities: Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Island Green

Myrtle Beach, SC

600 Sunnehanna Drive (843) 650-0005 IslandGreenMB.com Par: 72 Slope: 118 USGA Rating: 69.0 Architect............... Bill Mooney

Under new local management since January 2012 this 18 hole facility is best known for its namesake island green finishing hole. Built upon gently rolling terrain accented with an abundance of azaleas and dogwoods. The course is not overly difficult, making it enjoyable for all skill levels. This Bill Mooney design conveniently located off of Hwy, 707 near Surfside and Garden City; offers a challenging and memorable golf experience. Offering a full service bar and grill serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with happy hour specials.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Practice Area

Wicked Stick Golf Links

Myrtle Beach, SC 1051 Coventry Road (800) 797-8425 (843) 215-2500 WickedStick.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope :129 72.2

Architect................ John Daly & Clyde Johnston

This John Daly Signature Course, offers an exciting layout to golfers of all skill levels. Patterned after the links golf courses of Scotland, the Daly-Johnston layout is an open course featuring expansive dunes fields, large sand waste areas with gorse-like vegetation, deep pot bunkers, and strategically placed water hazards.

One of the unique features of Wicked Stick Golf Links is the absence of fairway bunkers. The low score will come from good iron play and a sharp short game. The golfer who can judge the wind will have an advantage at Wicked Stick.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, Practice Area 24

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Prestwick Country Club

Prestwick Country Club in Surfside Beach near Myrtle Beach, SC Myrtle Beach, has recently earned an overall 1001 Links Rd. rating of 8.1 from the reviewers at the Myrtle (843) 293-4100 Beach Golf Insider, garnering praise for course PrestwickCountryClub.com conditions, customer service, and overall experience. This Pete and P.B. Dye designed golf course Par: 72 Slope :138 features many elements of a classic Scottish style USGA Rating: 73.0 course, with berms and undulating mounds that make up the entire course layout. The most Architect....... Pete & P.B. Dye intriguing aspect of Prestwick’s 18-hole layout is that the front and back nine feel like two totally different courses. The front nine takes you through forest covered with trees, water and swales in the middle of greens. As you proceed to the back nine, it gives way to a more open, links feel, with narrow fairways but does not punish golfers for going too long.

Golf Digest recognizes this course as “5 Best Kept Secret Courses in America.” The signature hole No. 14, a 451-yard, par 4, requires a shot over water to a narrow fairway guarded by a huge trench on its left side and a series of swales on the right. A masterpiece, Prestwick Country Club has already been recognized as one of the area’s finest golf courses.

Amenities: Club Repair, Video Lessons, Practice Area, Golf Shop www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Arrowhead Country Club

Myrtle Beach, SC 1201 Burcale Road (800) 236-3243 (843) 236-3243 ArrowHeadCC.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

*Waterway & Cypress

Slope: 125 69

Architects.......... Raymond Floyd

& Tom Jackson

Arrowhead Country Club is Myrtle Beach’s premier 27-Hole Golf Complex located in Myrtle Beach. A 27-hole masterpiece along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway featuring three unique 9-hole tracks: The Waterway, The Cypress and The Lakes, each one with a feel all its own. Arrowhead is conveniently located five minutes from the Myrtle Beach International Airport. The course was commended for its uniqueness in 1998, being voted by the National Golf Course Owners Association as the “South Carolinas Golf Course of the Year.”

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, Driving Range, Practice Area

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Whispering Pines

Whispering Pines Golf Course is a rare combination of both convenience and seclusion in a busy section of Myrtle Beach. Located just a half-mile from outstanding oceanfront hotels and attractions, this course has 6,771 yards but zero backyards to distract from your golfing experience.

Myrtle Beach, SC

2112 South Kings Hwy. (843) 918-2305 WPinesGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 126 70.9

Carved out of 200 acres of towering pines and mature hardwoods, Whispering Pines is both Architect.................. Finger Dye challenging and beautiful. Tree-lined fairways, Spann Firm carefully-placed lakes and undulating, TifEagle bermudagrass, greens await your arrival.

With above average slope and handicap ratings, this classic design doesn’t need gimmicks for a satisfying round of golf. The 16th hole is only a driver and 5-iron from the Myrtle Beach Airport, making the course perfect for an extra round before or after your flight.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

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Moorland at Legends Resort

Myrtle Beach, SC 1500 Legends Road (800) 990-8992 LegendsGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 126 69.6

Architect.................... P.B. Dye

As one of the area’s most requested courses, Moorland challenges golfers with deep bunkers, multi-level greens, fairways, and bulkheads. The 16th hole is a 245 yard par-4 with a large bunker guarding the green, appropriately named “Hell’s Half Acre.” The course’s sculpted terrain and bunker depths along with its scenery, make it one of the most beautiful and challenging courses on the East Coast. Rated 4.5 Stars by Golf Digest (2007, 2009), “America’s Top Golf Courses” by Zagat (2003, 2009) Amenities: Golf Shop, On-Site Lodging, Restaurant, Golf School, Lighted Practice Complex

Heathland at Legends Resort

Myrtle Beach, SC 1500 Legends Road (800) 990-8992 LegendsGolf.com ar: 71 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 129 69.5

Architect................. Tom Doak

An early Tom Doak creation one can truly experience the flair and artistry golf courses displayed in former times. Enjoy the pure natural contours the land gives directing the golfer through the course fluently without man-made distractions.

Holes reminiscent of St. Andrews, Lahinch and Cruden Bay dot this par 71 and the windswept hills and deep-faced bunkers challenge golfers on every hole.

“America’s Top Golf Courses” - Zagat Survey, 2003, 2009.

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Parkland at Legends Resort Myrtle Beach, SC 1500 Legends Road (800) 990-8992 LegendsGolf.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 130 71.2

Architect.............. Larry Young

Diversity and beauty reign supreme on this contoured and tree-lined course. The dramatic layout makes it almost indistinguishable from the natural landscape from which it is sculpted. With deep-faced bunkers, massive multi-level greens, and vast natural areas, Parkland is truly unique in beauty and challenge. A continuous string of sensational holes are intertwined, leading the golfer through a phenomenal course that will leave you wanting more.

Amenities: Golf Shop, On-Site Lodging, Restaurant, Golf School, Lighted Practice Complex

Burning Ridge Golf Club

Conway, SC

500 Burning Ridge Rd. (843) 347-0538 (800) TEE-OFFS ClassicGolfGroup.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 129 70.5

Architect.............. Gene Hamm

With gently rolling fairways, towering pines, undulating greens and plenty of lakes. Burning Ridge is a true shot-makers test of ability. The first two holes at Burning Ridge are the tightest, featuring medium-size greens, a fair number of bunkers, and water on nearly every hole.

Winner of the “2006 Myrtle Beach Golf Course of the Year” and winner of the ‘Myrtle Beach Golfing News’ “Hospitality and Operational Excellence - 2002”.

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he Radcliffs had been making the annual pilgrimage to Myrtle Beach since Josh Radcliff was only six years old. Each summer Phillip, his father, would play in the National Father & Son Team Classic with his Uncle Pete. Josh always wanted to know if it was a Father & Son golf tournament, shouldn’t he be playing? Phillip made a promise to Josh that he could play in the tournament when he turned ten. It was at age ten that Josh, without hesitation, asked his Dad for his ticket. They have now played in the event ten times. Each year Phillip has watched his son’s golf game increase, and in July he was able to join him on that journey to success.

Phillip and Josh Radcliff of Coppell, TX took top honors during the 2014 National Father & Son Team Classic.

Phillip, who turned 51 while in Myrtle Beach, is a 4.2 handicap. Josh, 19, recently completed his freshman year on the University of Texas-Arlington golf team and is a plus-1. They shot a 6-

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“The victory is a little secondary actually. It’s a bonus,” Phillip said. “Every year we come, we go back with the same feeling of enjoyment and satisfaction and fulfillment.”

under 66 in a best ball format at Legends Resort’s Parkland Course on Thursday, a 5-under 67 in a modified alternate shot format at Crow Creek Golf Club on Friday and a closing 12-under 60 in a scramble format at Indian Wells Golf Club on Saturday that was capped by a 35-foot birdie putt by Phillip on their final hole.

With their victory, the Radcliffs earn a trip to the European Father & Son Golf Championship in late October in Spain.

The tournament will be in the midst of Josh’s fall college golf schedule, but he plans to make the necessary arrangements.

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2014 was the 17th annual Father & Son Team Classic with a field that consisted of more than 700 golfers from 43 states and 5 countries. The three-day tournament took place on eight golf courses along the Grand Strand. This was also the first year that the tournament has allowed for overall champions, both net and gross, to be awarded in three different divisions; National, Senior and Super Senior.

As a the largest Father/Son event in the world, the Father & Son Team Classic has always placed an emphasis on family bonds and particularly those created through memorable events and fun competition, specifically, golf. Based upon the feedback from many participants over the years, there is a strong consensus of the need to include daughters. Therefore, the tournament committee for the Father & Son Team Classic has announced two additional golf tournaments to be held concurrently with the Father & Son Team Classic; (1) the Father & Daughter Team Classic and (2) the Mother & Daughter Team Classic.

While the three-day Father & Son Team Classic will be held July 16 – 18, 2015, the Father & Daughter and Mother & Daughter Team Classics will be held

July 16 and 17, 2015 as a two-day competition. Participants for all three events will basically share the same schedule of events to include tournament registration, the Family Affair featuring Demo Alley and format of play for the first two rounds. The awards ceremony, however, will be held separately and immediately following the second round for the Father/Mother & Daughter tournament and following the third round for the Father & Son tournament. As for the format of play, all participants on day one will play Better Ball (using 80% of handicap); on day two will play Captain Choice (using 30% of total team handicap); on day three only the Father & Son tournament participants will play Alternate Shot (using 40% of total team handicap).

Brad Greenstein, tournament director for the Father & Son Team Classic presented by PGA TOUR Superstore states, “So many times we have been asked, ‘Why aren’t the daughters included?’ We were hesitant because of the uncertainty of having enough to fill the tournament field. Now, as the Father & Son ramps up for its eighteenth year, it’s time to open the door for the entire family to enjoy the camaraderie, the bonding experience and the lifetime of memories created.”

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King’s North at MB National Myrtle Beach, SC

4900 National Dr. (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 123 68.2

Architect........... Arnold Palmer

Famous for its island green and South Carolina shaped sand traps of hole 12; the famed par 5 sixth hole, nicknamed “The Gambler”, tempts golfers with a shortcut to the green via an island fairway. Two great shots allow a chance to eagle. With over 40 sand traps guarding hole 18, it is easy to see why this has been the most recognized and requested course on the beach for over 25 years. “America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses- 2004” and Golf Digest’s “Places to Play” has awarded it 4.5 stars.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Bar, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

SouthCreek at MB National Myrtle Beach, SC

4900 National Dr. (866) 694 - 2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 123 70.5

Architect.......... Arnold Palmer

This Arnold Palmer Signature design challenges golfers to focus on accuracy not distance with each shot. With its guarded MiniVerde Ultradwarf greens and protected waste areas, finesse is required as it winds through wetlands and hardwood forests. A distinctly different design than Myrtle Beach National’s other two courses, SouthCreek provides its own unique round of golf. In 2004, this spectacular blend of natural and man-made challenges was voted among the “Top 100 in America” by Golf for Women.

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West Course at MB National Myrtle Beach, SC

4900 National Dr. (866) 694 - 2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope:119 73.0

Architect.......... Arnold Palmer

From the regular tees, golfers of all abilities will enjoy this classic Arnold Palmer design. However, be prepared for a professional challenge from the back tees as the numerous doglegs, fairway bunkers and natural hazards come into play.

Winding through a forest of stately pines in an undeveloped setting, the West Course features new MiniVerde Ultradwarf greens and offers golfers the feel of a private club. Rated 4.5 STARS in 2010 by Golf Digest’s “Places to Play:.

Amenities: Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

Pine Lakes Country Club

Myrtle Beach, SC

5603 Granddaddy Dr. (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope 128 70.5

Architect...............Robert White

Pine Lakes Country Club was constructed in 1927 as a complement to the famed Ocean Forest Hotel and was to be a playground for the rich and famous. The course has been remodeled over the years and has evolved from the original 27-hole layout to an 18-hole course which is currently on the National Register of Historical Places. Craig Schreiner was contracted to redesign the course. His passion for the game and its architecture is a natural fit in maintaining the historical integrity associated with Robert White’s original design, affectionately known as “The Granddaddy”.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Banquet Facilities, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Wild Wing Plantation

Wild Wing Plantation stands out as one of the most unique golf courses in Myrtle Beach. The Avocet course which was designed by two-time PGA Champion and 1983 U.S. Open winner Larry Nelson and Jeff Brauer The Avocet’s creative contouring, elevated tees and new MiniVerde greens and an all-around uniqueness cannot be matched. Multiple tees on each hole offer endless and ever-changing challenges. The “single tee method” encourages players’ consistent pace of play during every round. Wild Wing is located right of off Hwy/ 501, between Coastal Carolina University and The Tanger Outlets. The opening hole, a 402-yard par 4, sports grass depressions in lieu of sand bunkers around the green. The

Conway, SC

1000 Wild Wing Blvd.

(866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 124 72

Architects............ Larry Nelson & Jeff Brauer

par 4 - 6th hole features a three-tiered double green, shared with the par 3 17th hole. The 362 yard 9th hole, considered by many to be the signature hole, has a double fairway bisected by a line of grass and sand pot bunkers.

Paired with the Hummingbird nine, Wild Wing is truly a “must play”.

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Palmetto at Myrtlewood

Myrtle Beach, SC

1500 48th Ave. Ext. North (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com

Par: 72 Slope: 132 USGA Rating: 71.4 Architect............. Edmund Ault

This classic Lowcountry design beckons to the more casual relaxed manner so symbolic of the South Carolina coast. The golf course, with its superbly-maintained TifDwarf bermuda grass greens and bermuda fairways, will challenge any skill level. This course is consistently well-kept and the views of the Intracoastal Waterway make the experience even more dramatic.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, On-Site Lodging, Driving Range, Practice Area

PineHills at Myrtlewood

North Myrtle Beach, SC

1500 48th Ave. Extension North (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 124 69.7

Architect............... Arthur Hills

Arthur Hills’ redesign of the PineHills course was so dramatic it immediately transformed into on of the most popular spots for local residents. The course was nominated for Golf Digest’s 1994 “Best New Resort Course” and has developed a reputation as one of the best kept courses on the Grand Strand. PineHills measures 6640 yards from the back tees and features TifDwarf bermuda grass greens and bermuda fairways.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, On-Site Lodging, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Grande Dunes Resort Club Myrtle Beach, SC

8700 Golf Village Lane (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 131 72.3

Architect..........Roger Rulewich

Recently named the “National Golf Course of the Year” by the National Golf Course Owners Association of America. This spectacular layout, is positioned on a high bluff creating beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway. The golf course is known for its superior links-style design, which offers expansive Bermuda grass fairways with subtle undulations onto large, modestly contoured greens.

“Top Ten You Can Play” - Golf Magazine “Top 100 Residential Golf Courses” Golfweek Magazine Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Bar, Golf School, Driving Range, Practice Area

Arcadian Shores Golf Club Myrtle Beach, SC

701 Hilton Road (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 136 73.2

Architect................. Rees Jones

Arcadian Shores combines the best of Mother Nature with the best elements of a modern golf layout. Arcadian offers enticing lakes, deviously placed bunkers, and tree-lined bermuda fairways. The distinctive contouring presents the ultimate golf challenges of man and nature. Lush Tifton bermuda greens with 64 creatively-placed sand bunkers and natural lakes woven in and out of the fairways, make this a challenge to remember.

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Shaftsbury Glen Golf &Fish Club

A traditional English style golf course with all the beauty and drama of major national championship golf venues. Inspired by Winged Foot and Augusta National, Johnston has delicately crafted a masterpiece of large, oldstyle rectangular tee boxes, wildly enjoyable wide open fairways – for love of the long ball – along with elevated, super-sized, immaculate Bent grass greens where balls run swift and sure and the short game is on. Acquaint yourself with the origins of the game with a visit to the Shaftesbury Glen English manor clubhouse, also home to a first-class pro shop, restaurant and bar.

Described as innovative, enticing, challenging and fun, Shaftesbury Glen Golf & Fish Club is a true championship layout in every sense.

Conway, SC

951 Shaftesbury Lane (866) 587-1457 GlensGolfGroup.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 135 71.5

Architects.......... Clyde Johnston

Awarded Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owners AssociationGolf Course Of The Year (2009), one of the Top 50 Golf Resorts as chosen by Readers of Golf World (2009), among the top 22 of South Carolina’s more than 300 golf courses Golf World (2009).

Amenities: Golf Shop, Grill, Driving Range, Practice Area www.mbgolfinsider.com

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he Golf Channel’s hit reality TV show “Big Break” just finished shooting its 22nd season, which will be dubbed; “Big Break Myrtle Beach”.

“Big Break Myrtle Beach will illustrate what so many golfers already know about South Carolina – that it is the best golf destination in the country - Duane Parrish, Director of the SCPRT. the series will unfold on three of Barefoot Resort’s award-winning golf courses – The

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is set to air for 11 consecutive weeks from Oct. 7 through Dec. 16, and will air at 9 p.m.

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Dye Course at Barefoot Resort North Myrtle Beach, SC

2600 Pete Dye Dr. (877) 585-9352 BarefootGolf.com

Par: Slope: 135 USGA Rating: 72.7 Architect.................... Pete Dye

Bordering the natural white sands of the Carolina Bays, this stunning design is filled with Dye’s infamous pitfalls for wayward shots. Dye has a reputation of building memorable, challenging courses and this course is no exception. From the appropriate set of tees, players of all abilities will be able to navigate the only semi-private facility at Barefoot Resort. Host site of the Hootie and the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Pro-Am, ranked #10 in the “Top 50 Courses of Myrtle Beach” and “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest.

Amenities: Restaurant, Outdoor Snack Bar, Golf Shop, Driving Range, Practice Area

Norman Course at Barefoot Resort North Myrtle Beach, SC

4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd. (877) 585-9352 BarefootGolf.com

ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 130 71.5

Architect............. Greg Norman

The Norman course resembles one found in the deserts of the South West, with only 60 acres of mowable grass existing on all 18 holes. Norman’s use of tactical landscaping and the site’s natural vegetation has been used to frame each hole, with several holes along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway. Norman’s design philosophy exemplifies the “bump and run” shots around the green, giving the player the option to play a number of different shots. The Norman course is ranked #28 in the “Top 50 Courses of Myrtle Beach” by Golf Digest.

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Fazio Course at Barefoot Resort North Myrtle Beach, SC

4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd. (877) 585-9352 BarefootGolf.com

ar: 71 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 133 70.6

Architect................... Tom Fazio

Fazio has seamlessly integrated this design into the natural surroundings, framing the holes by using the natural contours of the land. The Fazio course is a classic Lowcountry course, filled with live oaks, pines, sand, natural areas and native grasses. Natural elevation changes add a sense of drama and excitement , with water coming into play on 15 holes. All the natural elements involved results in a course that has excellence written all over it. Ranked in 2012 as one of the “Top 15 Best You Can Play in SC” by Golfweek and among “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Bar, Golf School, 30-Acre Lighted Practice Complex

Love Course at Barefoot Resort North Myrtle Beach, SC

4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd. (877) 585-9352 BarefootGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 133 72.5

Architect........... Davis Love III

Embracing the tradition of Lowcountry charm, the Love course incorporates recreated ruins of an old plantation home along holes 3-7. Davis Love III offers a risk/ reward design with plenty of options off the tee and elevation changes throughout.

Wide open fairways and generous landing areas set the stage for an unforgettable round of golf that will challenge the good player, yet provide playability and enjoyment for all skill levels. The Love course is ranked #1 in the “Top 50 Courses of Myrtle Beach” and “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Bar, Golf School, 30-Acre Lighted Practice Complex www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Waterway Hills

With crowned greens, strategic bunkering and calculated landing areas, Waterway Hills offers visitors the unique experience of traveling via gondola over the Intracoastal Waterway to the clubhouse, the only course in America with this unique approach.

Myrtle Beach, SC

9731 N Kings Hwy. (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 121 70.8

Waterway Hills features three very distinct nines – The Lakes, The Oaks and The Ravine. Architect.... Robert Trent Jones, Sr. The Ravine garners its name from a gorge that bisects two holes. The Lakes is carved around a collection of several bodies of water, and as the name suggests, The Oaks is carved through a beautiful hardwood forest.

With 27 meticulously maintained holes anchored by placid lakes and rolling terrain, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to play one of only two Jones courses along the Grand Strand.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

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North Strand Map Carolina National 16 miles Wilmington, NC 34 miles

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Azalea Sands

North Myrtle Beach, SC 2100 Hwy. 17 S. (843) 272-6191 AzaleaSandsGC.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 126 69.9

Architect................ Gene Hamm

Architect Gene Hamm designed a fun course that can be easily played in a three to four hour time period, a fact sure to bring a smile to even the most impatient golfer’s face. At Azalea Sands each hole has a newness of it’s own. Th position of the course’s fairways and green-side bunkers make it especially “player friendly”. This is because Azalea Sands is one of the few courses that has NO homes, condos or backyards to impede the progress of your game.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Snack Bar, Practice Area

Beachwood

North Myrtle Beach, SC 1520 Highway 17 S (800) 526-4889 BeachwoodGolf.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 120 71.4

Architect............. Gene Hamm

Since 1968, Beachwood Golf Club has offered players of all skill levels some of the most challenging — and fun — golf in North Myrtle Beach. Beautifully designed, the 18-hole championship course inspired by renowned architect Gene Hamm, is unchanged entering its 45th year in operation. No houses, no condos. Just 180 perfectly manicured acres of sparkling lakes, towering Carolina pines and brilliant floral displays. Conveniently located right on Highway 17, in the heart of North Myrtle Beach. $35 per round / tax not included Good For Entire Group.

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Possum Trot Golf Club

North Myrtle Beach, SC 1170 Possum Trot Road (800) 626-8768 (843) 272-5341 PossumTrot.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 118 70.4

Architect.......... Russell Breedon

A long-respected course, where old English traditional design, spacious fairways, and awesome par 5’s make for a golfing experience as good as it gets. Possum Trot was built to give the average gentleman or lady golfer a pleasantly- challenging day on well-kept fairways and manicured greens. A traditional, straightforward design with tree-lined fairways, rolling terrain, ponds, fairways, and green-side bunkers flanking large undulating greens pose a wide range of skills challenges and shot opportunities. Consistently rated as the “Friendliest Course on the Beach.

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Aberdeen Country Club Longs, SC

701 Buck Trail (866) 694-2456 PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

* Meadows & Woodlands

Slope: 119 68.7

Architect.............. Tom Jackson

In the true Scottish tradition, all three nines, the Meadows, Highlands and Woodlands are reminiscent of those early days of golf. Tucked among towering hardwoods and the Waccamaw River, this golf course features extensive mounding, wide landing areas, and lush bermuda greens. With 27 holes there is always a chance for an “extra” 9 that will extend the enjoyment. The only Carolinas recipient of Golf Digest’s prestigious medallions for both Value and Service in 1998, and awarded 4 stars in Golf Digest’s “Places to Play 2006”.

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Black Bear Golf Club

North Myrtle Beach, SC 2650 Hwy. 9 West (800) TEE-OFFS (843-756-0550 ClassicGolfGroup.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope :127 69.9

Architect............... Tom Jackson

Black Bear is tucked away from all of the hustle-bustle. Wide fairways give a play­ er the confidence it takes to go with the ultimate risk reward shots. No homes or condos line a fairway or encircle a green. Since opening in 1989, this course has had a massive face-lift. The par-72, 6,800 yard layout got this much needed upgrade in order to redefine the entire experience. The greens were reconstructed in 2006.

With brand new Champion bermuda grass, and surrounded by 23 glistening finger lakes. Every club in your bag will be pulled out on our long and wide fairways.

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Rasku Wins 3-Way Playoff,

Captures World Championship Playoff

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ennis Rasku of Pompano Beach, Fl., made a net birdie (gross par) on the first hole to win a 3-way, sudden death playoff and the World Championship Playoff at 31st annual Myrtle Beach World Amateur Handicap Championship at Barefoot Resort’s Dye Club.

Rasku, a 9 handicap, Tony Wallace, a 5 handicap from Fayetteville, N.C., and Ben Hamby, a 7 handicap from Winter Springs, Fla., all shot net 72s to get into the playoff.

Rasku hit his approach to 22 feet and two-putted for par, on the Dye Club 410-yard ninth hole, besting Wallace and Hamby, neither of whom received a stroke on the hole.

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Beach World Amateur Handicap Championship,” said Jeff Monday, World Am tournament director.

“Congratulations to Dennis on earning the right to call himself World Champion and to our entire field for a great week of golf.”

Mark Gardiner of Mascoutah, Ill., shot a 1-under par 71 to win the World’s Am first Gross Division Championship. Gardiner’s score was the best of the day, net or gross.

Additionally, Brazilians Joao Tomazelli and Denis Song Min Cho shot a team total of 155 to win the

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International Pairs event and earn the right to compete in Scotland next year in the IP World Finals.

The World Championship Playoff is the annual culmination of the Myrtle Beach World Am, a 72-hole net, stroke play event. This year, more than 3,400 players from 48 states and 34 countries vied for the honor of hoisting the victor’s trophy.

The 32nd annual Myrtle Beach World Amateur Handicap Championship will be held August 31 – Sept. 4, 2015.

Players were arranged into flights according to their handicap and at the conclusion of the four rounds, all flight winners (and ties) advanced to the 18-hole world championship playoff.

The World Am features five competitive divisions, ranging from men and women 49 years-of-age and under to the super seniors, who are 70 years-of-age and older.

Players with handicaps as low as three and as high as 34 have won the event.

The weather throughout the week was ideal. The Dye Club, which has been ranked among America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, was in pristine condition and provided an excellent test of golf for the finals.

The World Am web site www.worldamgolf.com offers a daily glimpse of the tournament with updated standings, news releases and photographs. www.mbgolfinsider.com

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Long Bay Club

A great course is often described as one where Longs, SC the holes become etched in your memory. 350 Fox Tail Dr. Long Bay Club is such a course. One of two (866) 694-2456 Jack Nicklaus designs in the Myrtle Beach golf PrimeTimeGolfDeals.com market, Long Bay Golf Club does the 18-time major Slope: 133 champion proud. Fittingly, for a course bear- Par: 72 70.5 ing the Nicklaus name, Long Bay tests a player’s USGA Rating: willingness to compete. The course, which earned 4.5 stars in “Golf Digest’s” prestigious “Best Places Architect............. Jack Nicklaus to Play” guide, is challenging throughout but it’s a wonderful design. Considered one of the most difficult golf courses on the Grand Strand, this Jack Nicklaus Signature masterpiece was built to challenge even the most adroit golfer. Formidable in every feature, Long Bay displays countless large man-made mounds, a demanding 141 slope from the championship tees (111 from the ladies), handsome but deceiving par 3 holes and deep bunkers. This is not a typical Nicklaus design as pot bunkers and vast waste areas add a unique identity and challenge.

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ith its unrivaled vistas, award winning layout, and showcase of southern elegance and charm, the legendary Tidewater Golf Club offers the perfect combination of natural beauty and challenging play. October 2014 marked the unveiling of Tidewater’s brand new, completely restored Mini Verde greens. During the extensive greens replacement process, Tidewater also completed fairway expansions, removal of over 400 trees, sod replacement on all green surrounds, as well numerous additional restoration projects-all to insure that the Tidewater golfer enjoys a golf experience second to none.

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Tidewater Golf Club & Plantation

Nestled like a sleeping giant between the Little River, SC Intracoastal Waterway and Cherry Grove, the 4901 Little River Neck Rd. legendary Tidewater Golf Club offers the (800) 446-5363 perfect combination of natural beauty and chal- (843) 913-2424 lenging play. Seamlessly marrying the game to its TidewaterGolf.com surroundings, architect Ken Tomlinson evokes Slope: 144 the style and majesty of some of the game’s Par: 72 USGA Rating: 74.3 greatest venues and delivers an experience that puts this course on the must-play list of Architect............ Ken Tomlinson many Grand Strand golfers. A layout that harmonizes with the landscape, Tomlinson steadfastly refused to incorporate artificial elements.

Tomlinson’s ambition was to create the exemplary qualities that would attract a national championship or Ryder Cup event. Flowing with the natural contours of the land, the course challenges you with a range of elevation changes not often found in seaside South Carolina. And as your round progresses, views of the Waterway, marsh and ocean bring fresh inspiration at every turn. With its classic yet contemporary design, the course offers thrilling rewards to shot makers who take chances, use proper course management, and welcome challenges.

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River Hills Golf & Country Club

Located in the Little River region of North Myrtle Beach, River Hills is a beautiful parkland style course is well known for several holes that test your game, but the one that stands out the most is the #17th hole. This fantastic Par 5 starts off with a water hazard in front of the tee, then runs down the left side of the fairway. The hole requires the golfer to navigate around a water hazard that winds through the hole from start to finish. After getting around and over the hazard, your approach shot is to a green that is guarded with bunkers in the front.

Little River, SC

3670 Cedar Creek Run (866) 404-0192 (843) 399-2100 RiverHillsGolf.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 128 70.6

Architect.............. Tom Jackson

Another hole that gets a lot of attention is the Par 4 #14th, a dogleg to the left with a water hazard running down the left side of the hole that guards against shortcuts off the tee and the fairway gets tighter the more you try to cut off the dogleg. After that, your approach to the green is a little tricky, the green is guarded by water on the left, a small pond behind the green and grass bunkers to the right.

This hole is certainly one of the most challenging Par 4s on the course. Recognized among the “100 Greatest Holes along the Grand Strand,”

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Heather Glen Golf Links

Little River, SC

650 Heather Glen Way (800) 868-4536 (843) 249-9000 HeatherGlen.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope :126 70.5

Architect............... Willard Byrd

& Clyde Johnston

Against a native background of graceful oaks, towering pines, freshwater ponds and meandering streams, Heather Glen was assuredly crafted by design to pay tribute to Scotland and Ireland‚ a fact you’ll find apparent in its links-like embrace.

If you’ve never visited this championship Myrtle Beach golf course before, you’ll find its 27 totally distinctive golf holes far more beautiful in their maturity and its setting truly spectacular, especially as you approach the impressive period-style traditional Scottish clubhouse.

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Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links

Little River, SC

4840 Glen Dornoch Way (800) 717-8784 (843) 249-2541 GlenDornoch.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 137 71.5

Architect.......... Clyde Johnston

Set among spectacular centuries old live oaks with marsh and Intracoastal Waterway views in charming Little River, South Carolina, here each hole seems to have been crafted by nature rather than by man.

Luring players year after year with its remarkable waterway views, the true test lies in staying focused on navigating your way successfully around the course, ending up at three finishing holes that have been compared to some of the world’s best.

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utting accounts for approximately 40% or more of your total score in a round of golf! The four common ingredients among all good putters are as follows: 1) Touch 2) Ability to read greens 3) Aim 4) Ability to start the ball on the intended target line.

Touch is a skill that can be learned and acquired. The easiest way to develop touch is playing the forty foot game. To play this game, use five balls and hit forty foot putts with different variations.

Hit up hill, down hill, right to left and left to right putts. Changing the terrain will challenge your pace, and this is the first requirement to developing touch.

By having five balls, you should begin to develop the proper speed control for each condition. Teach yourself this ingredient first!

Aim is our next big ingredient. I’m adamant about using the aim line on my golf ball but I know it is not for everyone. If the line on the ball does not work for you, use the spot alignment procedure. The target line is the most important line in all of golf, and it must be established from putt to drive. The

spot alignment procedure is a technique when you are trying to locate a spot no more than 6 inches in front of the ball at which you want to aim your putter face. Try to roll the ball over this spot on its journey to the hole. One technique, spot alignment or using the aim line, must be utilized in order to make putts. ” The final key ingredient is starting the ball on its intended line! Quiet hands, wrists, and forearms are essential.

There should be absolutely no flipping of the wrists, and you should keep forearm rotation to a minimum. Be careful what you read in various golf publications concerning any opening and closing of the clubface in the putting motion. Strokes come in different sizes and shapes. The law of the machine states that a machine with the least moving parts is less likely to break down. Therefore, if you do not need to move it, do not move it, and if you do need to move it, move it as little as possible. The less hand, wrist, and forearm activity you have increases the chances of having your clubface square at impact. This is important to your ball starting on its intended line.

Can you really roll it? Use 32 putts on 18 holes as your magical number and chase your dream.

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Crown Park Golf Club

Longs, SC

2225 Hwy. 9 West (843) 756-3200 GolfCrownPark.com Par: 72 Slope: 125 USGA Rating: 71.8 Architect........... Robbie Byers

Carved through towering Carolina pine forests and Lowcountry terrain, this course is a rarity on the Grand Strand in that there are no houses on the course to distract you from the truly scenic layout. Extensive mounding and large undulating Tifeagle greens, known for being smooth and fast, add to this unforgettable golfing experience. The graceful clubhouse welcomes you with an upscale pro shop and dining facility. Before your round, warm up at our practice facility which includes a full driving range, chipping area with sand bunkers and putting green.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Practice Facility

Colonial Charters Golf Club Longs, SC

301 Charter Drive (843) 399-4653 ColonialChartersGolf.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 130 69.8

Architect.............. Rick Robbins

After an extensive renovation to the 18-hole golf course and clubhouse, this facility has been restored to the quality conditions for which it acclaimed during the ‘90s upon the initial opening. Colonial Charters features a number of memorable holes defined by mature hardwoods and strategically placed water hazards. The 6,427 yard layout features two iconic green-side waterfalls and the tree-lined fairways reward golfers that are accurate off the tee. Water hazards are abundant and require golfers to work the ball as they navigate the holes from fairway to green.

The new TifDwarf bermuda greens at Colonial Charters are maintained with the utmost care to ensure that your putts role firm and true.

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Meadowlands Golf Club

Calabash, NC

1000 Meadowlands Trail (866) 404-0192 (910) 287-7529 MeadowlandsGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 127 72.6

Architect............... Willard Byrd

Beautifully wooded and preserving the North Carolina heritage, this course maintains a picturesque rich countryside scenery. Spacious, gently sloping fairways offer a surprising A short drive from either Myrtle Beach or Wilmington, this course allows golfers of all skill levels to relax and enjoy the natural setting while they play. Named one of the “Top Ten Best New Courses”, and one of the “Top 100 Women-Friendly Courses” by top golf publications, Meadowlands Golf Course is a Calabash, NC golf course for all to enjoy.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Bar, Grill, Driving Range, Practice Area

Farmstead Golf Links

Calabash, NC

541 McLamb Road (866) 404-0192 (910) 575-7999 FarmsteadGolfLinks.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 128 71.8

Architect...............Willard Byrd

Farmstead Golf Links is a remarkable Calabash, NC golf course located in two different states. On the renowned par 6 18th hole, teeing off in SC and finish in NC, only adds to this NC golf course’s unique charm. Playable for golfers of all skill levers, Farmstead offers stunning visual beauty and majestic water hazards.

With five sets of tees to choose from, anyone can play this course and make for a memorable round of golf.

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Oyster Bay Golf Links

Oyster Bay Golf Links is located Sunset Beach, NC. Architect Dan Maples and developer Larry Young collaborated on this project to create a course that blends nature and innovative course design. A rare, harmonious blend of the penal, heroic and strategic philosophies of golf course architecture. They created a course where variety is the name of the game and no two holes are the same.

Sunset Beach, SC 614 Lake Shore Dr. (800) 990-8992 (910) 579-3528 LegendsGolf.com Par: 70 USGA Rating:

Slope: 130 69.8

Architect............... Dan Maples

Consider several marsh-oriented holes, two island green par threes, strategic (and stunningly beautiful) fresh water lakes, long holes, short holes... the consummate combination of shot making requirements, that puts your game and your concentration to the test.

Bold tee shots and well measured approaches are required to conquer this champion of North Carolina. Oyster Bay is a par-70, playing just under 6700 yards from the tips, but don’t let the stats fool you. This layout delivers big on challenge and beauty.

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Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club Sunset Beach, SC

800 Sandpiper Bay Dr. (800) 356-5827 (910) 579-9120 SandpiperBayGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating: * Sand & Piper

Slope 123 69.5

Architect................ Dan Maples

Set in the beautiful coastal landscape of North Carolina, Sandpiper Bay features 27 holes, carved out of a natural pine forest. The courses feature gentle doglegs with elevated tees and greens. While the regular tees afford the average player an enjoyable round of golf with scoring opportunities, the championship tees can challenge even the best of the low handicappers. All three Sandpiper Bay nines have their own unique character and include four sets of tees and yardages to challenge players of all abilities. Sandpiper Bay was awarded 2010 Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course of the Year.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Bar, Grill, Driving Range, Practice Area

Jones Course at Sea Trail

Sunset Beach, NC 211 Clubhouse Road (866) 368-6642 SeaTrail.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 128 71.4

Architect.................. Rees Jones

Players of all skill levels will enjoy an extraordinary golf experience on this straight forward golf course with typical Jones mounding. Wide fairways and large mounds are surrounded by water, with water coming into play on 11 holes of the par 72 championship course. In addition to water hazards, the many pot and large expanse bunkers make for a delightfully challenging game of golf.

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Byrd Course at Sea Trail Sunset Beach, NC 211 Clubhouse Road (866) 368-6642 SeaTrail.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 126 70.4

Architect.............. Willard Byrd

Each hole is memorable for both beauty and exacting play. Built around several man-made lakes, each ranging from 14-20 acres, every hole requires a distinctly different approach to Byrd’s undulating greens. A picturesque and scenic 18th hole between two beautiful ponds finishes the course at the Jones-Byrd Clubhouse. Close to both Myrtle Beach, SC and Wilmington, NC this course is sure to be a fun-filled round to please golfers of all levels.

Amenities: On-Site Lodging, Restaurant, Bar, Golf Shop, Lighted Practice Complex

Maples Course at Sea Trail Sunset Beach, NC 211 Clubhouse Road (866) 368-6642 SeaTrail.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 126 69.3

Architect............... Dan Maples

This one-of-a-kind course has A1/A4 blended Bent grass greens and boasts five holes that wind along the scenic Calabash Creek, home to nesting ospreys and other native wildlife. A medium-length, accuracy demanding course, it’s also peppered with numerous waste bunkers. On such bunker extending the length of hole 15 for 400 yards, making it a challenge for even the experienced golfer.

Quietly nestled just five minutes from the Atlantic Ocean in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, and only 15 minutes from Myrtle Beach.

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Tiger’s Eye Golf Links

Ocean Isle Beach, NC

351 Ocean Ridge Parkway SW (800) 233-1801 BigCatsGolf.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 141 73.3

Architect.................... Tim Cate

Tiger’s Eye Golf Links was carved from a virgin pine and hardwood forest. This stunning layout boasts a combination of natural waste areas, native grasses and preserved wetlands along with dramatic elevation changes. There is even a coquina–bouldered waterfall awaiting you at the 18th tee. This is a true shotmaker’s paradise, requiring a strong command of your iron play and a delicate short game.

Consistently ranked among Golf Digest’s Top 100 Public Courses in America and was also ranked #3 among the Top 50 Courses in Myrtle Beach. Ocean Ridge Plantation is home of – Leopard’s Chase, Tiger’s Eye, Panther’s Run and Lion’s Paw.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Practice Complex

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Thistle, an exclusive residential community, lies near some of the best beaches in North Carolina. Sunset Beach, Ocean Isle, Holden Beach — a who’s who of the coastal Carolinas — all just minutes away. When not golfing on the 27 hole championship golf course or relaxing in the clubhouse, gaze at sunsets off the pier, play on powder-white sand and make lasting memories, one beach at-a-time.

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Thistle Golf Club Sunset Beach, NC

1815 Olde Thistle Club Rd (800) 571-6710 (910) 444-2500 ThistleGolf.com Stewart/ MacKay Par: 71 Slope :137 USGA Rating: 74.3 MacKay/Cameron Par: 72 Slope: 136 USGA Rating: 74.9 Cameron/Stewart Par: 71 Slope: 137 USGA Rating: 73.4

This dramatic 27-hole layout reflects its 1815 Architect.................... Tim Cate Scottish heritage with rolling fairways, stackedsod bunkers and flawless bentgrass greens. Old World architecture, abundant landscape and wildlife surround the lakes, bridges and private homes.

The new clubhouse features an authentic Scottish pub with an extensive list of single malts and houses one of the finest private collections of golf memorabilia in the world. Awarded 4.5 STARS by Golf Digest, Thistle is a must play.

Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant & Bar, Driving Range, Practice Area

Where One Journey Ends and Another Begins

Thistle Golf Club offers superb amenities, beautiful golf course views, and an experienced staff that will help make your visions a reality.

Whether you are looking for the perfect venue to host your intimate bridal luncheon or the right spot to dance the night away, our grand clubhouse offers the ideal space and layout for your wedding events.

Let us help plan your dream day.

Kathy Gibeault • 203-260-2601 • kgibeault@thistlegolf.com 1815 Olde Thistle Club Rd., Sunset Beach, NC 28468 ThistleGolf.com

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The Pearl East Course Calabash, NC

1300 Pearl Blvd.

(888) 947-3275 (910) 579-8132 ThePearlGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 122 69.7

Architect............... Dan Maples

Completely renovated in 1999, the East Course is a traditional parkland layout, carved through the pristine forest, with many scenic views, all ending with a dynamic finish along the Calabash River. The East Course was given a notable 4 star rating in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” in 2008. It features crowned greens, demanding tee shots and consistent conditioning. The East Course is one of the most sought after courses to play in the area and it is certain to be the highlight of your golfing visit to the coast Amenities: Golf Shop, Bar & Grill, Practice Area

The Pearl West Course

Calabash, NC

1300 Pearl Blvd.

(888) 947-3275 (910) 579-8132 ThePearlGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope: 122 69.7

Architect............... Dan Maples

The Pearl’s West Course is links-style with lots of open stretches complimented by thick displays of pampas grass. The West Course was given a prestigious 4 ½ star rating in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” in 2004. The last four holes feature a dramatic finish along the bluffs overlooking the coastal marshland and scenic Calabash River. Attention to detail and meticulous grooming characterizes the course which has played host to a number of major tournaments. The West course offers plenty of challenge, along with untouched natural beauty.

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Rivers Edge Golf Club Shallotte, NC

2000 Arnold Palmer Dr. (877) 748-3718 (910) 755-3434 River18.com Par: 72 USGA Rating:

Slope: 139 72.1

Architect........... Arnold Palmer

Situated upon one of the most breathtaking pieces of property that you’ll ever see is one of the most spectacular courses you’ll ever play. This 18-hole signature course provides sweeping marsh and river views, along with delightful elevation changes and five sets of tees for ultimate playability. The course has beautiful bent grass greens, a well-stocked golf shop with trained staff, waterfront clubhouse with breathtaking views and casual dining restaurant. All quietly nestled just five minutes from the Atlantic Ocean in North Carolina. GOLF MAGAZINE ranked it among “Top New Courses You Can Play” (2000, 2008, 2010) Amenities: Golf Shop, Restaurant, Driving Range, Practice Area

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Where wildlife abounds and wild grasses and flowers THRIVE!

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he process of installing new greens doesn’t happen overnight. The whole course (or at least nine holes) must be closed for several weeks or months. Carolina National has been progressing through the renovation process of their 27 holes, since May 2013 and disruptions have been minimal. The Egret Nine was the first to get a makeover, followed by Heron, and the Ibis Nine was recently completed in August of 2014.

Tom Derrick, the golf course superintendent at Carolina National, is delighted with the outcome. The course plays differently with the new greens, according to Tom. The new greens are harder and faster, and those who play regularly at Carolina National have had to learn new techniques. “Lob wedges have become very popular here,” said Tom. “Until they adjust, our golfers

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may find themselves over the green on their approach shots.” Champion Bermuda grass is not as soft as the previous Bent grass and has a tendency to be much faster.

Bermuda grass thrives in heat and humidity. Most golf courses in our area have Bermuda grass in the fairways and rough, and many have converted to Bermuda for their greens also. Bermuda goes dormant in the winter and loses its color so many courses overseed greens, fairways and rough with rye each fall because tourists do not want to come to the “Golf Capital of the World” and play on brown grass.

Carolina National will not be overseeding, instead they will be painted so that they look green during the dormant months.

Superintendents have found overseed-

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ing is not the best thing for the primary grasses. In the spring, when the rye dies down and the Bermuda greens up, the turf becomes patchy. The same thing happens in the fall as the rye takes over and the Bermuda dies down. The fairways and rough usually respond to the change easily, but greens can be a problem during the transition. “We kept our new greens cut low and fast during the summer months,” Tom said. “As the growth rate slows down during the fall, we’ve let them get a little longer and will keep them that way during the winter so they’ll winter well.”

Carolina National is an Audubon Certified Golf Course. Birds and other wildlife abound with wild grasses and flowers thriving with the minimal use of chemicals.

Carolina National Bolivia, NC

1643 Goley Hewett Road SE (910) 755-5200 CarolinaNationalGolf.com ar: 72 P USGA Rating:

Slope :126 69.3

Architect............. Fred Couples

Set along the Lockwood Folly River, the course winds along the inlet through Lowcountry wetlands and woodlands. The par-3 203-yard No. 5 - features virtually no fairway, forcing golfers to carry thick marshlands to a sprawling green that is protected by three front-side bunkers. Carolina National offers golfers an endless variety of playing experiences. With three distinctive nines; Egret, Heron and IBIS, which play in a trio of 18-hole combinations. The course was designated to accommodate all skill levels through its innovative design and multiple tee placements.

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have been on the LPGA Tour for 13 years, and I’m excited to be back here in South Carolina. Myrtle Beach is somewhere I used to vacation with my family when I was younger.

Morning yoga on beautiful Litchfield Beach.

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I like to go to the beach as often as possible. A perfect day for me would be to get up and do something active in the morning like yoga, running or walking on the beach, or paddleboarding. What’s cool about paddleboarding is that it’s becoming more popular, and you can paddleboard in almost as many places as you can play golf now. The Myrtle Beach area is certainly no exception – especially around Pawleys Island, with all the wildlife and the great saltwater marsh areas I got to see while Golf Insider - Myrtle Beach

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by Natalie Gulbis

paddleboarding there recently. It’s just really, really pretty.

One of the coolest places to stop is the Hammock Shops in Pawleys Island, where I got to see and make an original Pawleys Island hammock.

I love the eclectic, fun feel of it with the local artists and jewelers you come across there. I’ve been able to travel all over the world, but it’s fun for me to have some things to bring back home that have a local feel. At the Hammock Shops, I got to learn about the Pawleys shell, and I like to have little pieces of the places where I get to visit and vacation.

I have played golf all over the world, and playing in Myrtle Beach is really special because you can get a variety

of different types of golf courses.

Going to River Club was great; it was different than the other courses

Learning the art of making an original Pawleys Island Hammock

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I’d been to on my last visit. I liked that it was a traditional golf course that didn’t have the different aspects of the saltwater marsh like Pawleys Plantation, and it was just a solid, tee-to-green design. River Club was in fantastic shape, and I’m looking forward to going back to play there again!

Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club is one of my favorite courses – especially with the par-3 holes at 13 and 17, which are spectacular. Just to be able to experience two really tough signature holes in such a beautiful, native marsh setting

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Willbrook Plantation

Natalie Gulbis & Mel Sole at River Club Golf Insider - Myrtle Beach Fall 2014

To learn more about paddleboarding in the area, visit Surf-The-Earth.com

Paddleboarding the saltmarsh in Pawleys Island

was an absolute treat. Jack Nicklaus gave the Grand Strand something really special when he designed Pawleys Plantation.

Willbrook Plantation was another one of my favorite courses here in Myrtle Beach. Its Lowcountry feel is just so beautiful. Surrounded by moss-draped oaks and all the history of the old rice plantation there, I really felt like I was in another world while I enjoyed a relaxing golf experience.

What I love about Myrtle Beach is that it has everything that you would want in a vacation. You can play golf. You can go to the beach. There are great restaurants and shops, and plenty of other fun activities. It’s a complete destination vacation place to come to, and I encourage everyone to go check it out. I know they’ll love it as much as I do!

LPGA Tour star Natalie Gulbis is the 2014 spokesperson for Myrtle Beach Trips, and the 23 golf courses that are part of its Prime Times Signature Collection. To see more on Natalie’s involvement with the Grand Strand golf scene, visit

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Boundary House Restaurant at Callahan’s

Clark’s Seafood & Chop House

910-579-8888 BoundaryHouseRestaurant.com

(843) 399-8888 ClarksSeafoodandChopHouse.com

Superlative food in a fascinating setting of rich wood, granite and suspended lifeboats! Feast on large portions of ribs, steaks, fresh local seafood, homemade potato soup, crab dip appetizer, fresh salads, pasta and many more taste tempters. Full bar and extensive wine list available. A non-smoking restaurant.

Offering USDA Choice steaks, chargrilled and bursting with flavor, or fresh seafood choices with a twist, like oysters, shrimp, salmon or the fresh catch of the day. Sip specialty martinis, cocktails and great wines all while overlooking beautiful Coquina Harbour. Open daily at 11am for lunch and dinner.

1045 River Rd., Calabash, NC

Capriz Italian Feast

1311 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach

(843) 712-1707

CaprizItalianFeast.com

ONE AFFORDABLE PRICE. UNLIMITED PIZZA & PASTABILITIES

A casual family - style Italian feast of unlimited offerings of made from scratch pizza and pasta served tableside. Your meal also includes endless visits to our gourmet salad bar of over 20 items.

720 Hwy. 17 N, Coquina Harbour, Little River

Putters Pub

5183 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd. NMB

(843) 390-3227 PuttersPub.com

Located in Barefoot Resort & Golf next to the Driving Range Putters features brick oven pizza, stromboli, and subs along with the char grilled steaks & burgers. There is a full service bar with 21 wide screen TVs and satellite sports packages. There is also separate banquet area for private events.

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2920 Hollywood Dr. Myrtle Beach, SC 843.839.0777

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Marco’s

The Original Benjamin’s

Myrtle Beach Garden City (843) 796-9830 (843) 299-1416 Marcos.com

9593 N. Kings Hwy., N. Myrtle Beach

With 2 new Grand Strand locations. The Carolina Forest location conveniently delivers to downtown Myrtle Beach, while the Garden City location delivers to portions of Murrell’s Inlet, Garden City, & Surfside Beach. Marco’s is committed to making Ah!thentic Italian Pizza with the freshest ingredients, including: dough made in the store daily, a secret sauce that includes imported spices and vine-ripened tomatoes, and an exclusive blend of cheeses that is always fresh (NEVER frozen).

A landmark of the Grand Strand, serving fresh local seafood.

World famous for introducing the Myrtle Beach area to cooking seafood Calabash style. If great food and a good time are what you’re craving, then you’ve found the place. So sail on in for the adventures of a true nautical dining experience.

Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse

2920 Hollywood Dr., Myrtle Beach

(843) 839-0777 Rioz.com

From the moment guests are seated they are welcomed to our extensive salad bar of hot and cold seasonal favorites, which features seafood and sushi. A continuous table side service of savory choices of more than 15 different cuts of beef, pork, lamb, and poultry will be prepared and presented by our Gauchos.

(843) 449-0821 OriginalBenjamins.com

Vintage Twelve

9800 Queensway Blvd., Myrtle Beach

(843) 497-7300 VintageTwelve.com

Vintage Twelve offers oceanfront dining paired with a gourmet approach to low country cuisine. The area’s abundant seafood and produce are elevated with a farm-to-table sensibility that highlights the ever-changing seasons.

The fresh catch comes directly from Murrells Inlet, and seasonal fruits and vegetables are brought from local fields.

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MYRTLE BEACH, SC libertysteakhouseandbrewery.com

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Liberty Brewery & Grill Broadway at the Beach

(843) 626-4677

Tbonz.com

Liberty Brewery & Grill celebrates the bounty of the American farmer and pre-Prohibition style brewing methods. Liberty proudly serves its own line of award-winning draft beers that are brewed on site. Liberty is a favorite among locals and tourists alike, for its Happy Hour, Hand-Crafted Brews and comfort food offerings with a patriotic twist. So bring us your hungry, your thirsty and fun-loving. We’ll send you home refreshed and fulfilled.

TBonz Gill & Grill

Barefoot Landing

21st Ave, N. Hwy. 17 Byp

(843) 272-7111 (843) 946-7111 Tbonz.com

As the original Homegrown Hospitality Group concept, TBonz Gill & Grill continues to set the standard for serving fresh, quality fare that leaves customers fulfilled. For more than two decades, TBonz Gill & Grill has provided the community with a relaxed dining atmosphere, seasonally fresh cuisine and excellence in service. TBonz Gill & Grill also boasts an award winning selection of Homegrown Ales and plenty of family-friendly options to please any palate.

Flying Fish Public Market & Grill Barefoot Landing

(843) 663-3474

Tbonz.com

Flying Fish Public Market & Grill is Myrtle Beach’s most unique waterfront dining experience, featuring local seafood, Lowcountry favorites and a raw bar with a variety of shellfish and sushi. Inspired by the Pearlz Oyster Bar concept and Seattle’s Pike’s Place Public Market, Flying Fish is part-restaurant, part-seafood market. Enjoy the ocean’s best offerings available whether choosing to dine in and enjoy the view of the Intracoastal Waterway or take home.

Liberty Tap Room & Grill

76th Ave. N. Hwy. 17 Bus., Myrtle Beach

(843) 839-4677 Tbonz.com

Liberty Tap Room & Grill provides patrons with creative twists on traditional American fare, served alongside signature Liberty Ales, unique draft beer and craft brews. Well known for its tasty and satisfying food, Liberty Tap Room & Grill is an easy place to relax with friends and let the friendly, attentive service take over. Enjoy a game at the bar or have a meal with friends; there’s something for everyone to love at Liberty. www.mbgolfinsider.com 85

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LaFesta Ritorante & Piano Bar

Bliss Restaurant & Lounge

9911 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach

4606 Hwy., 17 Bus., Murrells Inlet

Offering authentics Italian cusinie in a true family-friendly environment. Our recipes have been handled down, reflecting tradition, quality and passion. Pasta is made daily by hand and strictly follows the old Italian way. Pizzas are literally melted together in a state-of-the-art brick oven to create ta oneof-a-kind pizza. Home to its own in-house bakery for fresh bread and deserts that are also made every day from scratch, bringing youa sweettaste of the old country.

We serve exciting Seasonal American Cuisine that relies heavily on locally produced and cultivated products. The menu changes frequently to offer the highest quality ingredients of each season. Our Lounge offers a hip, stylish complement to the award winning menu. Trendy yet rustic atmosphere and a wine list containing some of the finest wines from around the world. Our passion drives us to ensure that each guest will have a dining experience not soon forgotten.

(843) 945-9288 LaFestaRestaurant.com

Johnny D’s Waffles and Bakery 3301 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach

(843) 448-6789 JohnnyDsWaffles.com

Johnny D’s Waffles and Bakery is a creation of the best of the old and the best of the new. Committed to quality, value and complete satisfaction. Johnny D’s is the perfect spot for breakfast or lunch. Fabulous desserts & breads baked in our ovens daily along with waffle and french toast recipes made from scratch. Lunch features Nibils famous seafood recipes, including the Shrimp Salad & She Crab Soup.

(843) 282-6737 True-Bliss.com

Logan’s Roadhouse

Myrtle Beach

(843) 839-4666

North Myrtle Beach

(843) 272-3435

LogansRoadhouse.com

Known for great mesquite-grilled steaks, ice-cold longnecks, mouthwatering, made-from-scratch yeast rolls and bottomless buckets of in-shell peanuts. Come as you are, grab an ice-cold longneck, enjoy a fresh, mesquite-grilled steak, tap your toes to the rockin’ roadhouse sounds.

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21 Main At North Beach

BARnacles Bar & Grill

719 North Beach Blvd., NMB

3200 S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach

21MainAtNorthBeach.com

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Lovin’ Oven Caterer’s, Long Island’s & Manhattan’s premiere caterer, has built their reputation on superb cuisine, elegant locations and refined staff. 21 Main Prime Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, encompasses all these things, featuring the finest 28 Day Dry-Aged Meats and the finest in fresh seafood. Our guests claim we have the best sushi on the ‘Grand Strand’, please come in and see for yourself! Join 21 Main for your next evening out, 21 Main Steakhouse will be a dining experience you will not soon forget.

When you’re at the beach, you want to dine right at the water’s edge. That’s what we offer at BARnacles! Located beachfront at the beginning of Springmaid’s Pier, BARnacle’s serves up incredible beach and ocean views, along with tasty fare. Enjoy this casual, oceanfront bar and grille atmosphere with affordable favorites like mouth watering burgers, seafood items, beer and frozen drinks.

(843-315-3000)

(843) 315-6153

BARnacles is open for breakfast (seasonal), lunch, dinner and cocktails.

Located at North Beach Plantation

Open Daily at 4pm

Steak • Seafood • Sushi

719 North Beach Blvd • North Myrtle Beach, SC 29583 843-315-3000 www.21mainatnorthbeach.com www.mbgolfinsider.com

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The Glens Ultimate Package

Myrtle Beach’s Most Inclusive Package Includes: • Free Round • Free Pre-Booked Replays • Free Lunch • Free Range Balls

888-999-9520

www.GlensGolfGroup.com info@GlensGolfGroup.com

Tidewater Golf Vacations

Springmaid Beach Resort

1400 Tidewater Dr. N. Myrtle Beach (843) 380-4506 TidewaterGolfVacations.com

3200 S. Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC (866) 294-6843 SpringMaidBeach.com

Ready to start that golf vacation NOW? Let our experienced golf concierge department customize the perfect golf getaway for you and your group. Just tell us when you want to play and we will take care of all the details for you. Whether you are a high handicapper, consider yourself “practically a pro” or somewhere in between, we can design the ultimate golf package you and your buds will be talking about for years to come. Call or email us today for your customized golf package.

Spread across 30 lush acres on the quieter south end of Myrtle Beach’s Ocean Boulevard, this newly remodeled Myrtle Beach oceanfront hotel and conference center boasts award-winning service, six pools, two lazy rivers and activities designed for the young and young at heart alike. No other Myrtle Beach oceanfront hotels can compare.

Village at the Glens

Elliott Realty

Hwy. 17 N., Little River (888) 999-9520 GlensGolfGroup.com

706 48th Ave. S., North Myrtle Beach (888) 669-7853 ElliottRealty.com

The golf condos at Village at the Glens in North Myrtle Beach are like none other on the Grand Strand. With 2 different size condos to choose from as well as town homes, Village at the Glens provides everything a golfer is looking for in the way of Myrtle Beach golf course accommodations.

Family beach vacations never go out of style and families who have experienced a beach vacation through Elliott Realty return year after year and sometimes, generation after generation. North Myrtle Beach is a pristine beach vacation destination with white sandy beaches and miles of coastline. Amusements, golf, shopping and dining are readily available. You’re sure to find something for everyone.

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Pawleys Plantation

Kingston Plantation

70 Tanglewood Drive, Pawleys Island

9800 Queensway Blvd, Myrtle Beach

Stay & Play with Southern Hospitality!

On your next golf vacation, stay and play in a true country club resort with 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom fairway condos overlooking a Jack Nicklaus signature course, a Top 20 golf school, and numerous other renowned courses nearby. Also, get a $100 Rewards Card for each golf guest with 4 or more rounds on select courses.

One of the largest resort complexes in Myrtle Beach, Kingston Plantation sits on 145 acres and offers a wide variety of lodging options, including luxurious oceanfront condominiums, cozy villas and spacious townhomes. With spectacular views, miles of white, sandy beach, oceanfront dining and a water park, Kingston Plantation is sure to fit your highest expectations

Barefoot Vacations

Legends Golf & Resort

(877) 901-6383 PawleysPlantation.com

(800) 846-5552 KingstonPlantation.com

1500 Legends Dr., Myrtle Beach

(855) 425-8673 or (843) 390-3238 BarefootGolfVacations.com

(800) 299-6187 LegendsGolf.com/accom.cfm

Luxury accommodations and premier location, overlooking four courses designed by the best; Love, Fazio, Dye & Norman. Minutes from the wide beaches of North Myrtle Beach, world-class dining, and shopping at Barefoot Landing. Let us help make your vacation one to remember.

We have created the feel of a Scottish Village in which everything that you need is available and accessible. Our exclusive Ailsa Pub named after the Ailsa Craig, a famous Scottish landmark off the Turnberry Links, where you can gather with friends and relax after an exhilarating day on the links, or simply enjoy the adjacent pool and hot tub.

Everywhere you turn, you’re surrounded by exceptional amenities and a professional staff dedicated to providing you with the finest golf vacation you have ever experienced.

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Keep It In The Fairway

Situations Equal Solutions!

Dallas Brave

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e all wish we had that spectacular golf shot captured in a bottle and ready to use in any situation. Nevertheless, most of the time that bottle is empty and we have no clue how to accomplish that shot, much less know where the ball is going to go. Not anymore. The solution has been right under your nose the whole time and best of all it is right here in Myrtle Beach. Its landscape is one of a kind with sparkling views of the Atlantic Ocean and fantastic fairways that rival any championship golf course. Its manicured tees and greens hold the key to unlocking the secret of golf shot success. Welcome to Midway Par 3 where you can achieve your golf shot situation solutions. A gorgeous duo of nine holes waits for you, and these 18 holes are designed for true situational play. You will discover a magnificent golf shot gold mine at Midway Par 3 and soon so many strokes will be falling off your score that your friends will be asking: “Where did you learn to do that?”

Gone will be days of not knowing how to hit that accurate shot in difficult lie situations. Want to learn how to play that sidehill lie shot? Midway Par 3 has four holes for that. How about uphill or downhill lies? They got holes for that.

Need help getting out of greenside bunkers? What about thick grass rough?

They have those holes as well. Realistic waste bunker and hard pan shot scenarios transpire on various holes with fairway bunker experiences waiting on others. Think that’s enough? Not yet! Practice your bump and run shots as well as hitting off the dreaded pine straw or mulch. And last but not least… acquire the skill to maneuver that lob shot to an elevated green, just like you see the pros hit while winning on Sun-

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days. The bottom line is that playing Midway Par 3 will help improve your course management and that equals better scores.

This is not just a quick golf game fix or some contraption to make you hit the ball better. Playing regular at Midway Par 3 will increase your confidence in unfamiliar golf situations. Increased confidence will lead to stronger self-esteem which will contribute to a healthier mind. We all know that this game can be won or lost between the ears. Come on out to Midway Par 3 and experience a game changing solution.

Midway Par 3 is not just for golfers wanting to polish their game; it’s a perfect course for beginner and junior golfers. Seems the kids start so young these days and there is no better way to prepare them for golf on championship courses. They can learn golf etiquette and be equipped to handle certain golf shot situations. In no time they will be ready for the big links and have the confidence to play well. Junior golf discounts are available.

Midway Par 3 is located at 3101 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach and can be reached at 843-913-5335. Local and military discounts are offered. Go to www.midwaypar3.com for details.

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