Deep natural rough, Scotch broom, heath, non irrigated open fairways, and spectacular ocean views keep the course a genuine links, close to the Scottish tradition. The course is naturally stunning, perched along windswept bluffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, with Highland Lighthouse always within view. More significant than its age is Highland’s heritage. Tee times can be booked in advanceįounded in 1892, Highland Links is Cape Cod’s oldest golf course. Highland Links Golf Course, 10 Highland Light Road, North Truro, 9-holes, $35 ($65 for 18-play the course twice). Let the record show, I nailed it and he bought the beers. My buddy was able to get onto the green in 3, which set me up for a 20-foot birdie putt with a down hill break for the win. Miraculously, my second shot took off like a bat out of hell (think I clubbed up 2-3 clubs to compensate for the soaked grass) and the ball headed to the flag, hit the green and stuck. I managed to drive my ball straight, but not far, right in front of some standing water/ground under repair. Second, in a bitter back-and-forth match play with frenemy Matt, it all came down to Hole 9.
#EASTWARD HO PRO#
First, I re-connected with Jim Knowles, the pro (formerly of the PGA Tour and Cranberry Valley Country Club), wearing his can’t-be-missed-American flag shirt and matching shirts.
My first time playing CYCC had two notable occurrences. For a mesmerizing view, take a seat on the bench in front of the pro shop, facing away from the golf course for a picturesque view of Cape Cod Bay.
#EASTWARD HO PLUS#
On the website, they kid that they don’t even have yachts, they have small boats and kayaks, plus their golf course is open to the public. While the course’s official name has the “Yacht and Country Club” moniker, the membership is much more laid back. Tee times can be booked in advance.Ĭhequesset Yacht & Country Club is a semi-private club located in the fishing village of Wellfleet (on the Cape Cod Bay side). Drive for show, putt for dough!Ĭhequesset Yacht & Country Club, 680 Chequesset Neck Road, Wellfleet, 9-holes, $35 ($55 for 18-play the course twice). Below is an overview of the courses I’ve played in geographical order, with a short description and pricing (subject to change). There are two dozen public courses and another 12+ private country clubs across Cape Cod, with a higher concentration in the Mid and Upper Cape, though some of the oldest and most scenic courses lay on the Outer and Lower Cape. I’ve played golf in all four parts of the Cape, most of the popular courses and even private country clubs. Wish me luck.Īs the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce states, “Cape Cod truly is “The Golf Coast!” It is no secret that this sandy peninsula is the top golf destination in the Northeast.” While that could be perceived as a stretch, I tend to agree. Those rolls may actually be the first side bets of the trip.
Saving the best for last, Team Captain Matt and I are on the same flight outs, so my quiet foam dice will allow us to get a few solid games of Yahtzee on the plane. Capitols and the DBacks game will give me 11 ballparks visited. You may be wondering where I am headed, since I have not yet mentioned it? The destination is Scottsdale, Arizona, which conveniently will allow me visit another State Capitol and also catch a Diamondbacks game. There is even practice round on “arrival day”/Thursday so for the first time in my life, I’m scheduled to play 72 holes of golf in 4 days…and I have yet to swing a club! Players wear different color shirts on each day to signify what group they are playing in since there are always a few freshman in the group. (The rental house usually sleeps 16+ and as expected, has lots of toys on the property.) Two teams face-off, much like the United States versus Europe -for bragging rights and of course, some cash. This is a 3-day Ryder Cup-style, team best ball format, complete with longest drive, closest to the pin, putting contests and a comical amount of side bets and gambling in between rounds with cards, “pong,” shuffleboard, and billiards. The Chewning Cup is no regular, packaged, run-of-the-mill golf tournament. Stemming from a best buddies’ bachelor party in Charleston, I made some new best buddies during our rounds of golf, with one lobbying me hard to join the annual golf trip, happening in Fort Lauderdale the following spring. Last day of the 2018 Chewing Cup, a 3-Day Ryder Cup Style tournament, Emerald Lake Golf Club, FL.Īuthors Note: With spring starting to break through the crisp grey mornings, I find myself getting ready for the Chewning Cup, my annual golf trip down south or out west.
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