Golf is more than just a game—it’s a lifelong pursuit filled with challenges, small victories, and the occasional humbling round. Whether you’re new to the sport or have been playing for years, there’s always something to learn and appreciate. From understanding the basics to improving your approach on the course, this section covers the fundamentals, insights, and stories that make golf such a rewarding experience. It’s all about golf!
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July is Family Golf Month - In an effort to make the game of golf more accessible to people of all ages, The Professional Golfers Association of America (PGA) founded Family Golf Month. July is the perfect time to introduce a child to the game of golf. Regardless of age, gender or skill level golf is a game that can be played by all. Bring your family together for a round of golf in Northern Michigan. Put together some foursomes that have a mix of adults and kids of all ages. Head out and make sure to respect course rules of only 4 to a team.... Read More »
10 Random Facts about Golf - I am always online looking up tips and tricks for golf, reading about tournaments and other golf related articles. Every once in a while, I come across some interesting golf trivia, and I will save it to share with my golfing friends that enjoy that sort of thing and with my readers. Today these are random golf facts I have collected. Some you most likely know, there are a couple you may not have heard of. 1 Did you know that the average golf ball has 336 dimples? I recently bought a dozen Bridgestone golf balls and the box said... Read More »
Ultimate Guide to Golf Ball Position - When I started golfing several years ago, I assumed I would automatically be a scratch golfer. Come on, how hard can it be to swing a club at a ball, right? Well, an 80 something on 9 holes sure was humbling. I started paying attention to what other golfers were doing and asking questions. A lot of questions. So many questions the answers started being “I don’t know” when I knew he damn well did know the answer. Recognizing that I was being a pita and that nobody was going to want to play with me if I kept it... Read More »
USGA 2022 Adaptive Open - As many know I started golfing pretty late in life, I was in my mid 50’s when I played my first round of 9 holes. I immediately was hooked even though I got an 84 for those 9 holes. I was convinced with a little practice I would be a scratch golfer in no time, after all, I was good at sports when I was younger, just how hard would it be knocking a ball into a hole? Learned that golf is not as easy as I thought. What I also learned was that nobody cared if I got an... Read More »
Rules of Golf Etiquette - This section provides guidelines on the manner in which the game of golf should be played. If they are followed, all players will gain maximum enjoyment from the game. The overriding principle is that consideration should be shown to others on the course at all times. The Spirit of the Game Golf is played, for the most part, without the supervision of a referee or umpire. The game relies on the integrity of the individual to show consideration for other players and to abide by the Rules. All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner. Demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship... Read More »