Posted on January 16, 2018November 16, 2019 by Vic Flores

DeBell Golf Club Awarded Worth the Green Fee 2017 for Los Angeles County

WTGF DeBell Golf Club 2017 - Los Angeles County

DeBell Golf Club Awarded Worth the Green Fee 2017 for Los Angeles County

Congratulations to DeBell Golf Club winning our Worth the Green Fee 2017 Award for Los Angeles County.

“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

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.

#Recent Golf Course Review

rgm2525
Posted: 12/31/17 5:46p
Member Since: Jan 24, 2005
From: chatsworth

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DeBell Golf Club Burbank California GK Review Guru Visit - Hole 6 — DeBell Golf Club Burbank California GK Review Guru Visit – Hole 6

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Played 12-28-17 walking for $22, teeing off at 6:40 and finishing at 9:30 as a threesome. Greens for the most part were in good shape, some had some issues around the edges but most rolled pretty smooth with medium/fast speed. They were a little firmer on the back side but still held good shots. Fairways were starting to look a little thin but there were still decent lies. Rough was not to long with a few bare areas. Didn’t go into any bunkers but from watching playing partners some seemed to be a little thin while others seemed to have an ample amount of sand. Tee boxes were okay, some being lush while others were thin. Winter conditions seem to be setting in, but overall course is still in descent shape.

Worth the Green Fee 2017

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Posted on January 15, 2018November 16, 2019 by Vic Flores

Rams Hill Golf Club Awarded Best Playing Conditions 2017 San Diego County

Best Playing Conditions 2017 Rams Hill Golf Course - San Diego County

Greenskeeper.Org Awards Rams Hill Golf Club – San Diego County’s Best Playing Conditions 2017

Congratulations to Rams Hill Golf Club for winning Best Playing Conditions 2017 for San Diego County.

Not to be confused with “Worth the Green Fee,” “Best Playing Conditions” 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 consistently the best greens, fairways, rough, tee boxes and bunkers around.

The job of the superintendent is the life blood of the golf course industry and most important contributing factor to enjoying a golf experience. It takes enormous dedication, resources and expertise by a superintendent and their staff to provide excellent turf conditions. A golf course is a living, breathing organism whose health is constantly in flux. Greenskeeper.org’s trademark and creed, “Know Before You Go”®, centers on communicating these current playing conditions. The rating system used on Greenskeeper.org is in part created by superintendents.

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.

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Rams Hill Golf Club Borrego Springs California GK Review Guru Visit

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#Recent Golf Course Review

abbacat
Posted: 01/10/18 8:40a
Member Since: May 27, 2013
From: Trabuco Canyon

I joined in the GK fun on 1-7-18. This was my fourth time to Rams Hill and it still surprises me to see this beautiful oasis out in what seems to be the middle of nowhere. From the lady who greeted me at the entrance gate, to the staff at bag drop, pro shop, restaurant and starter, everyone was very friendly and efficient. After a nice breakfast on the patio, we headed out for some warm up. The range is one of the best. It’s completely green, has plenty of targets and is stocked with ProV1 balls.

The course was in its usual fabulous condition. The fairways and rough are lush and emerald green, the bunker sand soft and deep, and the greens smooth and fast. The layout is a lot fun. I played from the red tees which is make the course pretty short at 4900+ yards but no less challenging with the many sloping fairways, bunkers and false fronts. The 18th is one of the toughest finishing holes I’ve played. A decent score still eludes me on that one so I will look forward to returning for another try.

Best Playing Conditions 2017

Click HERE for our cornerstone article presenting Awards to the Best Playing Conditions 2017.

Posted on January 14, 2018November 16, 2019 by Vic Flores

The Club at Sunrise Awarded Worth the Green Fee 2017 for Southern Nevada

WTGF The Club at Sunrise 2017 - Southern Nevada

The Club at Sunrise Awarded Worth the Green Fee 2017 for Southern Nevada

Congratulations to The Club at Sunrise winning our Worth the Green Fee 2017 Award for Southern Nevada.

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.

#Recent Golf Course Review

stepn811
Posted: 12/06/17 5:14p
Member Since: Feb 9, 2007
From: Las Vegas

Played 12.6.17 8;45 AM start, in a group of 12 players.

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The course recently re-opened after a renovation. I never played the old course previously called “Desert Rose” but several in our group had and give the new course rave reviews in comparison. This course in a Links Styled track, with undulating greens and tiers. There is a flood control drainage ditch which runs thru the entire course from hole 1 – 18. The “ditch” runs along the right side of every hole. off the tee, many holes appear to have quite narrow landing area in the fairway.

One of the guys in my group hit a straight as a string drive off the tee on 7 which landed in the middle of the fairway. We watched his ball roll to the right , off the fairway and down to “the ditch”. Therefore the tip of all tips for this course. DO NOT GO RIGHT! Even if your ball doesn’t find the actual water , the 4 inch rough and severe slope will create an awkward lie with the ball well below or above your feet on a drastic angle. A resident golfer here told me ” You have to remember they designed it as a flood control basin FIRST and golf course SECOND.” Which means the entire course slopes toward the drainage ditch. The ruff that borders the right side of the fairways is probably 3-5 inches thick in spots . Surely an effort designed to help balls stay on the course and out of “the ditch.”

Additional Thoughts

There are a couple of what I call ‘goofy’ or cartoon holes but all in all, the course was in fantastic shape. The guys in our group all said they had never seen the greens in such great shape. They were FAST ! And like many links courses, the greens were a formidable defense if you were out of position. I’m not a huge fan of links courses but I rather enjoyed this track once I realized that a 3 iron off the tee on most holes was sufficient to leave about a 150 yard 2nd. Great Value ! $25 round and that came with a $10 voucher for lunch afterward!

Club at Sunrise Las Vegas Nevada GK Coupon Golf Tee Time Special

Worth the Green Fee 2017

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Posted on January 12, 2018November 16, 2019 by Vic Flores

Black Gold Golf Club Awarded Worth the Green Fee 2017

Black Gold Golf Club Awarded Worth the Green Fee 2017 for Orange County

Congratulations to Black Gold Golf Club winning our Worth the Green Fee 2017 Award for Orange County.

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.

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Black Gold Golf Club Yorba Linda California GK Coupon & Golf Tee Time Special

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

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#Recent Golf Course Review

adigitalg87
Posted: 01/06/18 5:27p
Member Since: Sep 4, 2013
From: Hemet

Played black golf today 1/6/18. Rate was 89$. Staff was very friendly. 8:41 tee, Pace of Play (PoP) was almost 5 hr. The group in front of us was real slow and not playing ready golf. The scenery was great. Golf carts had GPS and the nice leather plush seats.

The best part about the course were the greens, and around them. They were real tricky and broke all around the holes . They were real fast in the morning and slowed down in the back 9.The rough was rough. Reminded me of hidden valleys rough. It was still good to hit out of. The bunker I was in was great. The fairways were about a 5 out of 10. The layout was great! After reading reviews I brought some extra balls but only lost two and found about 8!!. The rates are lower if your’e a resident. Range balls are $ 4, 8, and 12, hoped they were included in the round but were not. Expected better conditions. The restaurant had good food at a good price. Restaurant staff was great.

gshawcross
Posted: 12/29/17 3:53p
Member Since: Mar 8, 2006
From: Hawthorne

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 trivails 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.

Worth the Green Fee 2017

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Posted on January 11, 2018November 16, 2019 by Vic Flores

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

Greenskeeper.Org Awards Golf Courses Worth the Green Fee 2017

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

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 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.

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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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 Soule Park 2017 - Ventura County — Soule Park 2017 – Ventura 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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Posted on December 25, 2017December 18, 2017 by Vic Flores

Merry Christmas from Greenskeeper.Org

On behalf of Greenskeeper.Org and our Staff,

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you

A Season of Gladness,

A Season of Cheer,

And to top it all off —

A Wonderful Year!

Greenskeeper.Org

Posted on November 27, 2017December 8, 2017 by Vic Flores

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 & 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.

Posted on September 12, 2017September 11, 2017 by Vic Flores

San Diego Golf Course Maintenance Alerts: August 23 2017

Where would you rather play? Know Before You Go with Greenskeeper.Org

San Diego County

Admiral Baker Golf Course (North) – $ (San Diego)
Admiral Baker Golf Course (South) – $ (San Diego)
Arrowood Golf Course – $$ (Oceanside)
Aviara Golf Club – $$$$$ (Carlsbad)
Bajamar Golf Resort [Baja CA Mexico] – $$ (Ensenada)
Balboa Park 9 Hole Golf Course – $ (San Diego)
Balboa Park Golf Course – $ (San Diego)
Barbara Worth Resort – $ (Holtville)
Barona Creek Golf Course – $$$$ (Lakeside)
Bernardo Heights Country Club: Private (San Diego)
Bonita Golf Club – $ (Bonita)
Borrego Springs Golf Resort – $$ (Borrego Springs)
Boulder Oaks Golf Club – $ (Escondido)
Carlton Oaks Golf Resort – $$ (Santee)
Carmel Mountain Ranch CC – $$ (San Diego)
Castle Creek Country Club – $$ (Escondido)
Chula Vista Golf Club – $ (Bonita)
Coronado Golf Course – $ (Coronado)
Cottonwood Golf Club (Ivanhoe) – $ (El Cajon)
Cottonwood Golf Club (Lakes) – $ (El Cajon)
de Anza Country Club: Private (Borrego Springs)
Del Mar Country Club: Private (Rancho Santa Fe)
Del Rio Country Club – $ (Brawley)
Eagle Crest Golf Club – $$ (Escondido)
Eastlake Country Club – $$ (Chula Vista)
El Camino Country Club: Private (Oceanside)
Emerald Isle Golf Course – $ (Oceanside)
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course – $$ (Encinitas)
Fairbanks Ranch Country Club: Private (Rancho Santa Fe)
Goat Hill Park Golf Course – $ (Oceanside)
Lomas Santa Fe Country Club: Private (Solana Beach)
Lomas Santa Fe Executive Golf Course – $ (Solana Beach)
Maderas Golf Club – $$$$ (Poway)
Marine Memorial Golf Course – $ (Camp Pendleton)
Miramar Memorial Golf Course – $ (San Diego)
Mission Bay Golf Course -$ (San Diego)
Mission Trails Golf Course – $ (San Diego)
Morgan Run Club & Resort: Private (Rancho Santa Fe)
Mt. Woodson Golf Club – $$ (Ramona)
Oaks North Golf Club – $ (San Diego)
Oceanside Golf Course – $ (Oceanside)
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa (Champions) – $$$$ (Carlsbad)
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa (Legends) – $$$$ (Carlsbad)
Pala Mesa Golf Resort – $$ (Fallbrook)
Pauma Valley Country Club: Private (Pauma Valley)
Rams Hill Golf Club – $$$ (Borrego Springs)
Rancho Bernardo Inn & CC – $$ (San Diego)
Rancho Carlsbad Golf Club – $ (Carlsbad)
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club: Private (Rancho Santa Fe)
Real Del Mar Golf Resort \|Baja CA Mexico\| – $ (Tijuana)
Reidy Creek Golf Course – $ (Escondido)
Rio Bend RV & Golf – $ (El Centro)
Riverwalk Golf Club – $$ (San Diego)
Salt Creek Golf Club – $$ (Chula Vista)
San Vicente Inn & Golf Course – $$ (Ramona)
Shadowridge Golf Club: Private (Vista)
St. Mark Golf Club (Executive) – $ (San Marcos)
St. Mark Golf Club – $ (San Marcos)
Steele Canyon Golf Club – $$$ (Jamul)
StoneRidge Country Club: Private (Poway)
Sycuan Golf Resort (Oak Glen) – $$ (El Cajon)
Sycuan Golf Resort (Pine Glen) – $ (El Cajon)
Sycuan Golf Resort (Willow Glen) – $$ (El Cajon)
Tecolote Canyon Golf Club – $ (San Diego)
The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe: Private (Rancho Santa Fe)
The Country Club of Rancho Bernardo: Private (San Diego)
The Crosby at Rancho Santa Fe: Private (San Diego)
The Crossings at Carlsbad – $$ (Carlsbad)
The Farms Golf Club: Private (Rancho Santa Fe)
The Golf Club of California – $$ (Fallbrook)
The Grand Golf Club – $$$$$ (San Diego)
The Loma Club – $ (San Diego)
The Santaluz Club: Private (San Diego)
The Springs at Borrego – $ (Borrego Springs)
The Vineyard at Escondido – $$ (Escondido)
Torrey Pines Golf Course (North) – $$$ (San Diego)
Torrey Pines Golf Course (South) – $$$$ (San Diego)
Twin Oaks Golf Course – $$ (San Marcos)
Vista Valley Country Club: Private (Vista)
Warner Springs Ranch Resort – $$ (Warner Springs)
Welk Resorts San Diego Fountains Course – $ (Escondido)
Welk Resorts San Diego Oaks Course – $ (Escondido)
Willowbrook Golf Course – $ (Lakeside)
Woods Valley Golf Club – $$ (Valley Center)

Although Greenskeeper.org researches all alerts before posting, we ask that you please contact the golf course for confirmation.