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De Bell golf course is not a fun place to play. The fairways are in rough shape. The greens are a joke to put on. 3-4 putts on most greens are common. I played with three other golfers who would agree with me 100%. The only nice thing I can say is that it is nice and quiet there. The surroundings are pleasant. They should work on the greens, flatten then out a little and slow them down. The fairways are rough and spotty. I'm not in any hurry to go back there that's for sure.

This course back in 2000 had great potential Since then is has been steadily declining. The Shadow course is closed and the sky course will soon follow. When you get paper copies of the score card you know the end is near. Beverage service is non existent. I have heard that the plan is to build houses on the shadow course and later to make the Sky course private after a remodel. The greens are patchy and then there is the constant wind which is in your face no matter what hole your playing.

Knollwood is kind of like being in bumper to bumper traffic. Your always waiting for the traffic to open up. The course is nice, but when I played at every tee box there was 3 carts waiting. The management sends out the groups too close together so it's just a few holes before the traffic jam starts. I started at 12 noon and barely finished. In fact it was too dark to see on the 18th hole. Want a tip? Get there before 11am if you want to finish! Just too many people there.

Buenaventura has greatly improved over the last few years. The overall condition is good and the greens putt well. It would be nicer if there was cart service. I would play there again.

The Lost Canyon "Shadow Course" is like finding a ghost town. You can tell it was a golf course, but only the greens are green. The rest of the course has been abandoned by the owners. Nothing is being maintained except the greens. The rest of the course looks like it's covered in burlap. Even at $17 dollars with a cart, it is not worth it. This time of year the wind is howling through the whole course. I think the owners have plans to build houses there in the near future. I hope they hurry that plan up. Try their "Sky" course instead.

I played Olivas Links course recently. i was amazed at the condition of this course. You could not tell the tee boxes from the fairways or the green. I could not believe it. The layout is challenging and you must keep the ball in the fairway! The only problem was it took 5 hours to play. I think the main reason is that the Management puts the different groups too close together. That coupled with the constant search parties looking for their balls is very frustrating. Olivas would be close to perfect if they could at least fix the first problem. The Marshalls need to do more to increase pace of play.

My son and I played there for the first time on Sunday, 4/28/13. I found it to be a pleasant experience with a friendly staff. The fairways were OK and the greens were great although a little tricky. It certainly is a good place to tune up your game. There are two par 5 holes and five par 3 holes. There is a little something for everyone. So if you want to practice your short game or just want to play 9 Saticoy Regional C.G. just might be to your liking.

Moorpark Country Club lets you feel like a well heeled person. The course feels like a private course because it really is. But anyone can play there. Beautiful course, I felt like I was at a PGA tour course. Challenging for sure, Moorpark C.C. is not for sissies. If you have game give it a try. If you don't have game bring LOTS of golf balls.

Tierra Rejada is a well layed out course than has challenges for any level golfer. some fairways are narrow so you have little choice but to be in the fairway. The greens are fast but true. Some holes have great views of the valley and hills. If you want to see if you are a good golfer try Tierra Rejada.

Sterling Hills Golf Course will test your ability reguardless of your handicap. This course has lots of challenges, from rolling hills to protective bunkers. Most of the holes play longer than the recorded yardage. The greens are maintained, but have different undulations than can be frustrating at times. It is challenging to drive your ball on the par 4 water hole. The scenery is great and the course has lots of trees of different varieties. Overall, you will enjoy Sterling Hills. Bring your "A" game because you"ll need it here.

Los Robles is my "Home Course" I enjoy this course. It is in good shape and the staff is very friendly to everyone. The greens and fairways are in good shape. I play here a lot and it compaires to courses that cost twice as much.

Westlake golf course is a par 67 course that is stil challenging, It is a good place to sharpen up your short game, but still has some long par 4 and par 5 holes. Give it a try, you'll like the shape the greens are in.

Camarillo Springs is a good course that is getting better. The course right now is going through some renovations. The main problem I see is with some of the greens. The greens are rough and some areas are just scabby. I hope to see the greens renovated some day as this would be a great improvement. Overall Camarillo Springs is a nice place to play with lots of challenges.