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BREAKING: Greenskeeper.Org Awards Top Golf Courses Worth the Green Fee 2017

Greenskeeper.Org Awards Top Golf Courses Worth the Green Fee 2017

Greenskeeper.Org Awards Golf Courses Worth the Green Fee 2017

Greenskeeper.Org "Know Before You Go®"
Greenskeeper.Org “Know Before You Go®”

Greenskeeper.org proudly presents it’s Worth the Green Fee Awards for 2017.

“Worth the Green Fee” is awarded to golf courses open to the public listed on Greenskeeper.org that stand out above the rest with our site users at providing a consistent, quality golf experience at an outstanding price.

Let’s face it, golf can be expensive.  It doesn’t have to be.  All you have to know is where to play to get your best value and that’s something Greenskeeper.org excels.  In addition to helping golfers decide where to play their next round of golf based on reviews, ratings, and maintenance alerts, we’ve recently introduced our GK Coupons service to extend their deals directly to our golfers.

How Awards Winners Are Determined

Golf Course reviews and ratings submitted by our 70,000+ Greenskeeper.org community are tabulated over 12 months. Winners are determined for each area.

We divide awards into 11 sections —  Inland Empire, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Palm Springs Area, San Diego County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, Southern California, Central California, Northern California and Southern Nevada.

Greenskeeper.Org Awarded For the Good of the Game Award 2017 by the CGCOA
Greenskeeper.Org Awarded For the Good of the Game Award 2017 by the CGCOA

We provide the list below in no particular order.  This is done on purpose.  Any golf course that provides outstanding value to their region should not overshadow other golf courses simply because of their location.  We understand the golfing public mostly stay within their geographic boundaries.  Knowing where to play in your area is important.

Editor’s Note:  Johnny GK and Greenskeeper.Org has been recognized by the California Golf Course Owners Association as Good for the Game of Golf in 2017.  Shows you that both golfers and golf course operators understand the benefit of working with Greenskeeper.Org.  We are the RESOURCE where avid and casual golfers come to make their decision where to play their next round.  “Know Before You Go”® with Greenskeeper.Org.  You’ll be glad you did.

And Now our Winners for Worth the Green Fees for 2017 (in no particular order). . .

Click on images below to visit their Golf Course Home Page on Greenskeeper.Org.

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WTGF Goose Creek Golf Club 2017 - Southern California
Goose Creek Golf Club 2017 – Southern California

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Greenskeeper.Org Awards Golf Courses Worth the Green Fee for 2016
Check our our Previous Winners Worth the Green Fee 2016

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WTGF The Mission Club 2017 - Santa Barbara County
The Mission Club 2017 – Santa Barbara County

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WTGF Bayonet Black Horse 2017 - Central California
Bayonet Black Horse 2017 – Central California

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WTGF The Club at Sunrise 2017 - Southern Nevada
The Club at Sunrise 2017 – Southern Nevada

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WTGF Black Gold 2017 - Orange County
Black Gold 2017 – Orange County

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WTGF Soule Park 2017 - Ventura County
Soule Park 2017 – Ventura County

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WTGF DeBell Golf Club 2017 - Los Angeles County
DeBell Golf Club 2017 – Los Angeles County

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Rancho Solano 2017 - Northern California
Rancho Solano 2017 – Northern California

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WTGF Eagle Falls 2017 - Palm Springs Region
Eagle Falls 2017 – Palm Springs Region

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WTGF Mt Woodson Golf Club 2017 - San Diego County
Mt. Woodson Golf Club 2017 – San Diego County

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WTGF Goose Creek 2017 - Inland Empire
Goose Creek 2017 – Inland Empire

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#GolfCourseReview @BlackGoldGolf #Golf #YorbaLinda #California

Black Gold Golf Club

Yorba Linda, CA

#GolfCourseReview @BlackGoldGolf #Golf #YorbaLinda #California

Reviewed by: gshawcross, Hawthorne

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Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit-Hole-13
Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit-Hole-13

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Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit-Hole-10 & Clubhouse
Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit-Hole-10 & Clubhouse

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Playing Conditions 7.30 GREAT
Playing Conditions 7.30 GREAT

A word to the wise… if you like roller-coasters this might be the right course for you. I’m not a fan of roller-coasters or courses that make a difficult game much more difficult.

Black Gold has very friendly service and facilities and is well maintained. But this is a case of not having the right earth to put a golf course on. This one is laid over some rough, hilly terrain. This leads to some fairly extreme elevation changes and lots of blind shots. In addition, the architect seemed afraid of giving any impression of ease so even if you negotiate the many humps and dips and never-level lies, they have pot bunkers and barranca waiting for you. Once you make it to the green your trials are not over. These quick, immaculate greens have plenty of slope and run-off to take a light-touch putt right off the green.

The course is constantly scenic, with great expansive views—but you are also often playing down canyons of houses which adds a little anxiety to a wayward drive. Locals, who have played the course many times will be much more comfortable. But if this is your first time, bring extra balls and prepare to be punished. ALSO—note the slope ratings. You may often play Blue tees.

The Whites are sloped at 125 here—and I’m not sure if that is accurate (should be a 2-3 points higher IMO). Play the Whites. If you normally play Whites, play the Gold. Don’t kid yourself. The course won’t.

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Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit -Holes-10 & 18
Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit -Holes-10 & 18

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Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Guru Visit-Hole-11

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Greenskeeper.Org Honored For the Good of the Game 2017 Award by CGCOA

For the Good of the Game Award 2017

Greenskeeper Honored by the California Golf Course Owners Association

On November 8, 2017, Greenskeeper.org and it’s founder John Hakim (aka JohnnyGK) were recognized for their efforts to help improve the Game of Golf by the California Golf Course Owners Association (CGCOA).

Award Consideration Criteria

For the Good of the Game Award is presented to an individual/s who has worked tirelessly as an advocate for a program, initiative or cause that will help shape the future of golf in a positive way.
Award criteria includes:

  • Individual has volunteered time for a worthy golf-related cause, and always in a highly professional manner.
  • Has developed literature or program material that helps communicate the mission, purpose and/or cause in an effective and concise manner.
  • Has reached out to others encouraging them to support the cause because it is good and/or imperative to the future of the game.
  • This award is considered an “open” award and can be presented to CGCOA members and/or non-members.
Greenskeeper.Org Awarded For the Good of the Game Award 2017 by the CGCOA
Greenskeeper.Org Awarded For the Good of the Game Award 2017 by the CGCOA

Greenskeeper.Org & JohnnyGK Recognized

Greenskeeper.org is continuously connecting avid golfers with golf courses to drive more rounds and increase enthusiasm for the game.   Greenskeeper.org is considered the “Gold Standard” resource helping golfers decide where to play golf by providing not only golf course maintenance alerts but also informational, relevant, genuine golf course reviews. It is an essential marketing tool for hundreds of golf courses over the years interested in reaching golfers inexpensively and effectively through its marketing partnerships.

A Champion For The Golf Course Industry

Greenskeeper.org has stood steadfast for over 15 years in the name of healthy business practices for the golf course industry. Its goal is to work closely with golf courses to create/strengthen direct relationships with avid golfers that translate into measurable results.  From its very popular website to its successful GK Coupons, GK Gurus, Social Media Support, E-Mail Marketing and GK Plays Outings, Greenskeeper.org is dedicated building positive relationship with golfers and golf courses. If you are not already a supporter of Greenskeeper.org, please do so by contacting John Hakim golf@greenskeeper.org (805) 807-5945 and join the cause of helping the game of golf.

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Twitter @realGolfChat #GolfChat Join Us October 7 2017 at 5PM PST

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#Twitter #GolfChat @realGolfChat October 31 2017 at 5PM PDT

Join Us! Be there Tonight at 5PM PST

#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST
#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST

Happy Halloween! Join us for #Golf #GolfChat on #Twitter October 31, 2017 this Tuesday evening at 5PM PDT.

It’s a Question & Answer format using Twitter.  Check it out.  Join a community of golf enthusiasts and strike up a dialogue.  Join other fanatic golfers, enthusiasts, bloggers, photographers, professionals, and even the occasional celebrity from the golf industry.  It’s fast paced and informational as well as fun.

We do it and love it.  We think you may too.

Use #GolfChat to join in the conversation using your Twitter account.  Hosted by Zeb Welborn of Welborn Media, Cassie Norris (@GolfBandWagoner on Twitter), Blogger for GolfBandWagoner.Com and Headmistress for #GolfChat and Jeremy White (@Connectgolf on Twitter), COO Fairways Fund and GolfChat Author.

I will be there Today, Tuesday at 5PM.  Will you?  Like us.  Follow us.  Join us.

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This Week’s #Golfchat Questions

#Q1 from @realGolfchat – What’s was the best thing you saw in golf last week?

#Q2 from @iamdiesel18 – With public courses closing down, is this golf’s form of evolution where only the strong survive?

#Q3 from @MikeLednovich – What are your favorite golf movies?

#Q4 from @SharkGregNorman – What do you think of my “revolution” in golf, the Shark Experience golf carts?

#Q5 from @SharkGregNorman – If you walk, would the Shark Experience encourage you to drive a golf cart instead? Why?

#Q6 from @SharkGregNorman – Would you prefer to get yardages, scores & live content on my golf carts or via your phone? Why?

Who is #GolfChat?

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Zeb Welborn of Welborn Media #GolfChatZeb Welborn – (909) 973 – 9089
Chairman of the Board for the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Organizer of the Southern California Charity Golf Classic
Co-Author of The Social Golf Course
Host of the Defining Success Podcast

19th Hole Media – Social Media Marketing for Golf Courses, #GolfChat and the Southern California Charity Golf Classic

Welborn Media – Share Your Passion. Grow Your Business.

2013 Chino Hills Business of the Year

Find us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Google+

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Cassie Norris @golfbandwagonerCassie Norris – @golfbandwagoner 
Golf blogger
Headmistress of

Social media strategist

Rescue dog mom

Instagram:

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Jeremy White @ConnectGolf

Jeremy White – @connectgolf

COO

Editor

Authors – .

Sydney, Australia
connectgolf.com

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Twitter @realGolfChat #GolfChat Join Us October 31 2017 at 5PM PDT

#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST

#Twitter #GolfChat @realGolfChat October 31 2017 at 5PM PDT

Join Us! Be there Tonight at 5PM PST

#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST
#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST

Happy Halloween! Join us for #Golf #GolfChat on #Twitter October 31, 2017 this Tuesday evening at 5PM PDT.

It’s a Question & Answer format using Twitter.  Check it out.  Join a community of golf enthusiasts and strike up a dialogue.  Join other fanatic golfers, enthusiasts, bloggers, photographers, professionals, and even the occasional celebrity from the golf industry.  It’s fast paced and informational as well as fun.

We do it and love it.  We think you may too.

Use #GolfChat to join in the conversation using your Twitter account.  Hosted by Zeb Welborn of Welborn Media, Cassie Norris (@GolfBandWagoner on Twitter), Blogger for GolfBandWagoner.Com and Headmistress for #GolfChat and Jeremy White (@Connectgolf on Twitter), COO Fairways Fund and GolfChat Author.

I will be there Today, Tuesday at 5PM.  Will you?  Like us.  Follow us.  Join us.

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This Week’s #Golfchat Questions

#Q1 from @realGolfchat – What’s the scariest thing you’ve seen in golf?

#Q2 from @notecaddie – If your golf game was a Halloween character, what would it be?

#Q3 from @connectgolf – What candy goes straight from the treat bag into the golf bag?

#Q4 from @zebwelborn – What’s the craziest costume you’ve worn for a game of golf?

#Q5 from @TheGratefulGolf – What’s the best trick you’ve played on a fellow golfer?

#Q6 from @cencalhack – What wild animals have you seen on a golf course?

Who is #GolfChat?

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Zeb Welborn of Welborn Media #GolfChatZeb Welborn – (909) 973 – 9089
Chairman of the Board for the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Organizer of the Southern California Charity Golf Classic
Co-Author of The Social Golf Course
Host of the Defining Success Podcast

19th Hole Media – Social Media Marketing for Golf Courses, #GolfChat and the Southern California Charity Golf Classic

Welborn Media – Share Your Passion. Grow Your Business.

2013 Chino Hills Business of the Year

Find us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Google+

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Cassie Norris @golfbandwagonerCassie Norris – @golfbandwagoner 
Golf blogger
Headmistress of

Social media strategist

Rescue dog mom

Instagram:

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Jeremy White @ConnectGolf

Jeremy White – @connectgolf

COO

Editor

Authors – .

Sydney, Australia
connectgolf.com

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Twitter #GolfChat @realGolfChat Join Us October 24 2017 at 5PM PDT

#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST

#Twitter #GolfChat @realGolfChat October 24 2017 at 5PM PDT

Join Us! Be there Tonight at 5PM PST

#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST
#GolfChat on Twitter Every Tuesday 5PM PST

That’s right, join us for #Golf #GolfChat on #Twitter October 24, 2017 this Tuesday evening at 5PM PDT.

It’s a Question & Answer format using Twitter.  Check it out.  Join a community of golf enthusiasts and strike up a dialogue.  Join other fanatic golfers, enthusiasts, bloggers, photographers, professionals, and even the occasional celebrity from the golf industry.  It’s fast paced and informational as well as fun.

We do it and love it.  We think you may too.

Use #GolfChat to join in the conversation using your Twitter account.  Hosted by Zeb Welborn of Welborn Media, Cassie Norris (@GolfBandWagoner on Twitter), Blogger for GolfBandWagoner.Com and Headmistress for #GolfChat and Jeremy White (@Connectgolf on Twitter), COO Fairways Fund and GolfChat Author.

I will be there Today, Tuesday at 5PM.  Will you?  Like us.  Follow us.  Join us.

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This Week’s #Golfchat Questions

#Q1 from @realGolfchat – What most excited you in golf last week?

#Q2 from @notecaddie – If your golf game was a song, what song would it be?

#Q3 from @JohnnyBCool – Relaxation and Confidence leads to better games. Which is better?

#Q4 from @TigerWoods – How long is my back going to hold out this time?

#Q5 from @TheGratefulGolf – What do you do during the off-season (if you have one)?

#Q6 from @cencalhack – What’s the maximum length for a gimme and why?

Who is #GolfChat?

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Zeb Welborn of Welborn Media #GolfChatZeb Welborn – (909) 973 – 9089
Chairman of the Board for the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Organizer of the Southern California Charity Golf Classic
Co-Author of The Social Golf Course
Host of the Defining Success Podcast

19th Hole Media – Social Media Marketing for Golf Courses, #GolfChat and the Southern California Charity Golf Classic

Welborn Media – Share Your Passion. Grow Your Business.

2013 Chino Hills Business of the Year

Find us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Google+

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Cassie Norris @golfbandwagonerCassie Norris – @golfbandwagoner 
Golf blogger
Headmistress of

Social media strategist

Rescue dog mom

Instagram:

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Jeremy White @ConnectGolf

Jeremy White – @connectgolf

COO

Editor

Authors – .

Sydney, Australia
connectgolf.com

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