I'm sure you are correct that storm water control is a major consideration, but I don't agree that storm water is the primary purpose. Golf is big money for the developer, and in my opinion, money is primary.

While not totally foolproof (as noted by the recent change in the handicap holes on Palmer's Riley Grove), one can compare Village's courses to others...by simply looking at the 'course/slope rating' from each set of tees.

In general, the courses here are much easier (from comparable tees)...than courses outside the bubble. :shrug:

I played Palmer (Laurel Valley to Riley Grove) yesterday and it was really nice. There was 4 holes that were rough only because of the all the rain. They have let the rough grow in, like a real golf course but not to the extent where your ball will sink down. I was only in 2 bunkers, both fairway bunkers and had no problem getting out.

I bought this Golf GPS last summer at Jim's Golf Shop for $129. It's on you wrist, you never have to look for it, and it right with you no matter where you go and has all the golf courses. BTW, the blue tees in TV is the same as the white tees everywhere outside TV. So if you're playing the whites here, you getting a great deal.

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Major yes. Primary no.

What I have found out about the bunkers is I used to use a sand wedge to come out, but I have currently switched to a 64 degree wedge now with much better results.

Totally agree. Not raking traps, not filling in divots, NOT REPAIRING BALL MARKS, tossing cigarette butts...just to mention a few, that's what should be improved upon, and that ain't the fault of the courses!

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When you see a cigarette butt on the green all you can think is wtf.


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One thing I have noticed. Back home every tee thrash can was filled with empty beer cans. The starters would check your bag to make sure you're weren't bringing your own beer. Had to buy beer from the club house or the pretty girl driving the beverage cart for $3 a can. Here, you can do what you want and I never see anyone drink beer. Maybe it's all hard liquor, maybe people don't find drinking in the heat is fun anymore. I remember once playing with some young guys. One fellow bought a six pack for $18 on the 6th hole, by the 9th hole they were gone, I don't think I could hit the ball if I had done that.

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I think that when I see a butt any where. Seems like (some or most) smokers don't think flicking a butt is littering. Drives me crazy.


Disclaimer: I'm a cigar smoker. I see cigars as well.

I got hooked up with three women on an exec and after every hole they would do a shot of Fireball..........11:00 in the morning.
And I really miss the cart girls!
Steve

They are gone at Havana Kenya too. Was told for more ease of mowing staff. Suggest complaining to Pro of course