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English is not speaking language. I apologies. Golfing is good. Yet I eat the Chile in the golfing restarant and I was keep farting. Very stinky. Please for us make Chile less zesty.

This course is a ton of fun to play! Great mix of holes and in really nice shape. Additionally, it is very playable and won't beat you up too badly if you're a bit off. Lots of history here having hosted the PGA Tour for a number of years. Having played virtually all the high-end public courses in the lower mainland, I can safely say this one is the best of the bunch.

It's a pretty course and it's in nice shape, but other than that I wouldn't recommend. It's expensive and overly difficult - especially the greens. Be prepared to 3 putt a lot, maybe even 4 putt.

The front 9 (I'm assuming the newer 9) was tricky. A handful of blind tee shots, mounding that kicks your ball into trouble if your shot treads the treeline, and undulating greens made it a real challenge. You have to think your way around this side as oftentimes you can't just rip driver and need to be able to shape your shots if you want to score well. You also better keep your ball below the hole on these smallish greens or else you'll probably have some 3-putts. The back 9 was a more friendly, traditional layout. The fairways were tight in places, but generally speaking, its all laid out in front of you. This is a nice course with nice scenery, but I think you'd need to play it a few times before really getting a true feel and appreciation for it, especially the front 9. The staff was friendly and conditions were quite good after a hot, dry summer. I'd say give it a chance if you're in the area. (I shot 46-36 and I'm a 6 handicap)

St. Eugene is an interesting course located at the site of a former residential school just outside of Cranbrook. Like most courses in the area, St. Eugene has great views of the Rocky Mountains and the resort itself is quite nice. The layout of the golf course features both links-style holes and parkland holes that have impressive views of the river and some elevation changes. The best holes on the property are #9 (a narrow par-5 that doglegs around river), #13 (a par-3 with a dramatic elevation drop), and #18 (a risk-reward par-5 with views of the mountains and the Mission building as the backdrop). Conditions of the course are generally pretty good, but can be hit and miss. Sometimes it doesn't winter very well and the fairways are patchy well into the season. In terms of difficulty, St. Eugene is a moderate challenge. Higher handicaps and senior players will probably enjoy themselves more if they play the white tees. The resort is located very close to both Wildstone and Shadow Mountain, and both of those courses are solid as well. Overall, St. Eugene is a fun course to play and a good place to stay if you're on a golf vacation in the area.

This is a really strong course that flies under the radar in golf-rich Montana. It's tucked away in a river valley south of Shelby and offers a scenic routing that is both playable and interesting. The only hole I find a bit strange is #17, but aside from that the rest of the holes are solid, with each one being unique. Conditions are usually very good, and I've never had any trouble getting on. It's a bit out of the way, but definitely worth the trek. I try and play here every year. The fun-factor is very high with this course!

I was able to get a Hot Deal and played what is normally a very expensive upscale course for a fraction of the cost. Despite blustery (yet sunny) conditions, it was a fantastic day on the golf course and I enjoyed my experience at the Biltmore immensely. The place is shrouded in history and the timeless layout is a treat to play.

The Biltmore was (and is always) in pristine condition and the greens were some of the truest and most difficult that I have ever played. They were undulating, domed and lightning fast. I felt like I was putting on US Open greens at some points. The layout is fun, fair and filled with character. Players are left with ample room off the tee, but are forced to be creative with their approach shots in order to hold those diabolical Donald Ross Greens. Hazards come in to play on a number of holes, but if you are striking the ball well they shouldn't pose much of a problem, particularly for the more skilled players. The closing two holes stick out in my mind as personal favorites. #17 is a brute of a Par 4 in which you are forced to hit a long and straight tee-shot and then navigate a huge sloping green that is guarded by a canal in front. #18 is a fantastic risk reward dogleg-left Par 5 that looms in the shadow of the majestic Biltmore Hotel. I was able to knock it on in two, but a 3 putt left me scratching my head and wishing I could get out there and try it all again!

I would highly recommend playing the Biltmore if you get the chance. It's not every day that a golfer gets to experience a true classic course of this stature and quality, so if you are traveling to the Miami area make sure to put this one at the top of your list of must-play's!

I always enjoy my round at Miami Springs. It hosted a PGA Tour event for 30 years, so needless to say the club has a lot of history. It's an old-school layout and a solid routing without any strange holes. The front 9 is fairly wide open without any hazards and the back 9 is a little longer and tighter with a creek meandering through it. The real defense of the course is the green complexes, many of which are elevated and guarded by well-placed bunkers. The conditioning is good and the greens roll very nicely. They were smooth, speedy and putted true. All in all, I would say this is a great option for public golf in the Miami area, especially if you can snag a good rate on GolfNow.

A note: the course plays long, even from the middle tees (~6500 yards) so it's a good challenge on a breezy day. Especially holes 11 and 12, which are a 450 yard Par 4 and a 250 yard Par 3 that played straight into the wind on my most recent outing. Over the course of the round, I would suggest playing your approach shots into the middle of the green regardless of the pin position because you will be faced with some testy chip shots if you miss the target. Enjoy!

A few reliable sources told me that Squamish was a nice track to play so I decided to give it a try. I drove from the North Shore and it took me less time to get there than I was expecting (approx. 40 mintues), so it is actually closer than a lot of the other courses in the Lower Mainland. First of all, the conditions at Squamish were fantastic! The greens in particular were a pleasant surprise. Smooth as glass, FAST and true. Among the best I have seen in a long time. The layout was also solid, without any peculiar holes. After I finished my round, I couldn't single out an individual hole that was my favorite because they are all so playable, aesthetically pleasing and fun. It is a flat course but still filled with tons of character and charm. It's also a relatively short course (6500 yards from the tips and 6200 yards from the Blue Tees, which I played) yet it still proved to be enough of a challenge. Birdies are hard to come by at Squamish, but it probably won't beat you up too badly. While it is tight in places, generally you are given generous landing areas off the tee. There are only a handful of water hazards to swallow up stray shots and even fewer forced carries (only 3 to my recollection). The approach shots are where I found the true challenge to come from. If you miss the putting surface, you will likely be faced with a difficult chip because there is a drop off surrounding most of the greens. My iron game was a bit lackluster today, and I definitely paid the price a couple of times. Fortunately, I had a good day with the putter and was able to salvage a 79. In terms of green fees - I played at 4 pm so I got on for $30. What a fantastic value! I would play this course again in a heart beat. While it's flashy neighbor Furry Creek nabs most of the attention, Squamish definitely boasts the finer layout. Truly a hidden gem!

Furry Creek boasts a sterling reputation among the BC golf community for its superb conditioning and unparalleled vistas. On top of that, it was the filming site for one of my favorite movies, Happy Gilmore, so needless to say I was excited to check this one out! Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with the design. It truly is a strange layout. Yes it has it's brilliant moments (#14 obviously, but also #1 and #3) but there were far too many wacky doglegs and Micky Mouse holes for me to fully enjoy myself. Conditions were great and the service was good, but I just couldn't get over the design. While I have been mostly pleased (though not blown away) by the Robert Muir Graves courses I have played in the past - not this time. It is to my understanding that Furry Creek originally opened as a private club, yet faced immediate financial difficulties and was forced to open up to the public a few years later. Now I understand why! You would be hard pressed to find anyone who would want to play this course every day. Furry Creek is, as several other reviewers have noted, very overrated!

Played twilight and paid $45. Course is very hilly and challenging to walk. Conditions were good - greens were decent (despite the obvious abundance of golfers not fixing their ball marks), fairways/rough were lush and well groomed and the bunkers were in good repair. The layout unique from any other Les Furber course I have played, although it vaguely resembles Trickle Creek (Kimberley, BC) in spots. It is a very aesthetically pleasing course and features some awesome holes (#4, #7 and #18 were my favorites). It should be noted, Northlands is definitely not a course for beginners! Heed the advice that is on the sign by the first tee box - if you can't break 90, move up to the white tees. The scorecard makes it appear short, but it plays a lot tougher than the yardage indicates. If you are a low handicapper that is looking for a challenge, this is a great track to try. Also, if you are visiting Vancouver and looking for a true Pacific Northwest golf experience, you will be wowed by this course. It really encapsulates the region with it's running waterfalls, rocky outcroppings, mountainous terrain, lush greenery and dense rainforest. Bring a few extra balls and don't be too disappointed if you are a couple strokes over your handicap. I would give this one 3.5 stars if I could.

I got a $15 tee-time thanks to "Hot Rates". I tried Guildford several years ago and remember it being very crowded and play was slow, but I played on a chilly weekday so I essentially had the place to myself this time around. Conditioning was generally very good. Greens were big, speedy, undulating and putted true. They were a little on the firm side, but held a well struck iron shot nicely. Fairways were thick and lush but soggy in spots. I had a few of my drives plug in the fairway/rough (including a "lost ball" on #15 after hitting it right down the pipe) but that is par for the course for this time of year in Vancouver. Bunkers were ok. The layout itself is average at best - some strange holes, blind tee shots and powerlines running through the course, but for $15 I can't complain. It is an inner-city course after all, and looks and plays as such. #16 is a fantastic par 3, and #18 is a nice finishing hole. I hit my driver poorly on the front 9 and struggled. I hit it better on the back and scored well as a result. The course can be very penalizing if you aren't getting it in play off the tee (plays tougher than its 70 rating and 117 slope). If you can get a really good deal on GolfNow, I would recommend this course for the shape of the greens alone, even if the design leaves a lot to be desired.

Played the last two days at 3 pm for $12 both times thanks to "Hot Rates". The rate included a cart, but I chose to walk today as it is a flat course. For the money, the course is a really great value. I mean TWELVE DOLLARS... Seriously?! Even the regular green fees seem to max out at $30 on GolfNow at this time of year. No, it's not Augusta National (or even one of the high end Vancouver courses), but it certainly isn't bad. It's short (6100 yards off the tips), but it's very narrow and the greens are small so its enough of a challenge. Conditions were ok.. greens are a bit slow as it appeared they punched them in the last week or so, but it wasn't a complete "goat track" or anything. Fairways were a bit soggy and the ball plugged a few times on tee shots and there were some muddy spots. But let's be real here: it's a heck of a deal for a decent day on the links. If you are aren't too picky about playing a premium course, I'd definitely recommend this one. In fact, I booked another $12 tee time for tomorrow!