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We played here in the mid-afternoon. Haven't been to Stoney Creek Golf Course in years. Got on the course on time. They are in the midst of reconstruction of the carts paths so it could be a challenge trying to not drive on them. It will look very good upon completion. I prefer the back 9. It just seems more cozy and up north like. Greens for this time of year were typical.

The condition of the course had nothing to do with the attempts to maintain it. They have had a LOT of rain so there are many unplayable areas. They are well marked ( in case you don't see well). As a matter of fact, we only got through 13 holes as another downpour came through. They have done a great job keeping the course up under these conditions.

I would have added stars to the layout except the greens are terribly unfair for the average as well as those a bit over average in putting. Pin placement on the sides of hills doesn't make the rounds very much fun. That is my only grip about the course itself.
Off course amenities refers to the clubhouse for me. I try to get in and out as quickly as possible. The carpet in the "pro shop" is filthy. The whole place has an overpowering cat urine smell. I mean male cat urine. It stinks! My eyes water. So if you can avoid the clubhouse and check in area you will do yourself a huge favor.
The ladies who run the place are very nice. The exterior grounds of flowers is beautiful. They take extra care when it comes to horticulture.
If only they could clean up the interior by ripping out the carpet and killing the smell, I would go there far more often.

I've golfed here for years. They have improved the whole course. The fairways are watered and cut every morning. The rough is fair. The only problem is a very very big problem. They provide NO WATER on the course. Yes, we brought our own bottles but due to the fact it was very hot and humid that day-we had planned on refilling them on the course.
To our surprise-there was no water available. The little house holders for the containers were there but there was no containers. I just don't understand this! What happened?
Due to that oversight on the owners part, I would NOT recommend Bruce Hills during this summer. No way unless you are willing to succumb to heat stroke or a heart attack.
This is a serious concern!

First time this year out at D.Ridge. Everything, I mean everything, was in perfect condition. The roughs, fairway, and greens are well maintained. This is also one of the few courses which the women's tees are not an after thought.
Two holes have been changed and the changes were needed. Hole #10 has been shortened to a par 3. All tees have been moved up. The green is still the most difficult green to read.
Hole #9 has been changed to a par 5. All tees pushed back. The first sand trap comes into play more often now.
The traps have new sand which makes them a bit more honest.
Cart person came by often without fanfare or interruption.
I view D. Ridge as one of the best courses is southeast Michigan.

This was our first time playing out in Capac. The club house was very nice and the staff very friendly. Smiles all around. They went out of their way to make sure we understood where the first and tenth tees were as well as some funky little dogleg holes.
The cart person came around at perfect intervals. This was good as it was ungodly hot that day.
The course is forgiving and really not difficult. It would have been a better day if it was not so hot out. Obviously, nothing can be done about that.

I would give the course a much better score if:
# 1 The tee boxes were flat
#2 The tee boxes were evenly mowed and the grass covered them. There were quite a few weeds on the tee boxes.
# 3 In reference to the women's tees- they seemed like an afterthought but they also seemed to be as poorly maintained as the men's
All in all- HM needs to maintain better tee boxes. Seed them, water them, and smooth them out.

For early in the year the course is in great shape. Greens are fine-a bit bumpy. To be expected early season. Starter friendly. Young ladies running the show take care of folks expediently.