Forum: Local Stuff

Has anyone else noticed if their 2018 round entries in the OttawaGolf handicap system have disappeared? All mine seem to be missing, with my last round in 2017 being the latest entry :sulkoff - Mr. Chi

Anyone ever use a bike with a club trailer locally? In hopes of getting fit, I thought I could bike to course - play a round - bike home. I have an old child trailer that I thought would convert nicely to a club trailer. Is this crazy?

The Buckingham golf course is opening on Monday April 29th. This is according to their website

I'm not sure what category this should be in but will start with "local stuff". Tried the "Book a Tee Time" link today. It doesn't work. Is OttawaGolf no longer going to support this? Or just a temporary issue? I thought it was called ReservationsMasters before or VisualGolf.

At GT east this am and bought some Taylormade TP5 golf balls. It was crazy there and they will sell out sooner than later, $29.98 per dozen of last years version.

I'm just starting out and looking for a driver and fairway wood. Does anyone know when I can get reasonably priced, good quality clubs?

I am 24 years old and new to the region. I am looking for a nice course to join for a reasonable amount. Where do you guys recommend? Thanks!

On page 5 of :)Le Journal les 2 Vallées Le club de Golf Héritage has been sold to a group of businessmen and one of the Co-owners is Karl Marcotte. They want to make the golf course the main attraction but also a center for outdoor sports and ATV and snowmobiling in the winter

Wondering if this Stanley Thompson jewel is still operating. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Hi guys---can't get on the handicap page---is there a problem ? :-)

Keep an eye out for the Kirkland 3 pc. ball---available here in Orlando. 29.95 US for 2 doz---made in China---not US. Will probably be available soon at home.

I’m so tired of GT’s BS too bad they’re the only option we have in Canada for a golf store, unfortunately they have the monopoly for this sport, otherwise I’d be shopping somewhere else!!!! This morning I found that Costco have the Bushnell’s laser range finders at a lower price than GT. ...

No necessarily in terms of what is the most beautiful or the most manicured. I have a love/fascination for fun, interesting layouts and course architecture and I'm curious to see what courses you enjoy playing and why.

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just went by cedar glen all the flags are in ???????

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Is there any long drive contests in Eastern Ontario?

Hi all, I played at Pineview on Sunday. The second last simulator on the right had a pronounced rut in the carpet at the tee, and a bump on the putting carpet in line with the hole. My driver swing speed was 115 Mph, with a 284 yard drive... not likely, when I mentioned this to a friend who'd...

Just checking to see if any local courses are doing pro shop sales leading up to Christmas? Hunt Club always has good deals this time of year (15-40% off clothing, etc). Does anyone know of other courses who have sales going on?

Stonebridge aerated fairways this week. Greens where still very nice and fast.

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Hi, I'm fairly new to the Ottawa area, played a lot at public courses this summer, and am ready to take the plunge with a membership next season. I'm interested in joining Clublink, and Greyhawk is the best option for me in terms of convenience (and price). Any members of Greyhawk here with...

I am playing there tomorrow morning, any insight into the current conditions? Thanks...

Just wondering if anyone could shed any light for me - when you book online through golf now or directly through the course website and it only offers 1 or 2 golfers, I assume that means you will be added alongside someone else who already has that tee time booked (a twoball with two spare spaces...

I played Le Sorcier yesterday, the course was in good shape. The greens are slow...which is to bad...could be so much better with faster greens...

The Pine View team has been contracted by the NCC to operate Capital Golf this season. We will be making some significant improvements in the next couple of weeks and hope to open for June 1st. Stay tuned for more updates.

Hi. Looking to book a trip for 8-10 guys. We have stayed and played at Heritage many times over the years. Has anyone played/stayed lately. How is the course and how is the food? Thanks Jim

Has anyone any information on course conditions. I did here it was on a downswing---have not played there in a couple of years.

Found. Thanks.

Hey all. I was wondering if anyone knew of a teacher who has experience working with disabled clients? I am a right handed golfer missing fingers on my left hand and fighting a pretty wicked hook. Done the usual messing about on my own and looking to Youtube. I have a feeling I am missing something...

Evening all! Moved to Ottawa from the UK in May and have only just received my golf clubs from the shippers. I'm now itching to play after 4 months without a game. This is after playing most weekends for the last 6 or 7 years! I know it's all relative, but I find the cost of a round here to be...

We're planning on playing Pakenham in the next week. Does anybody have knowledge on condition of this course?

Hi everyone, I was at Pine View last night and there was no horn/siren after Environment Canada issued a tornado warning (17:36 - 18:04). Did any other clubs get players off the course?

Anyone play the Marshes lately? How is the condition etc? Thx

Very disappointed with overall conditions, ok lots of rain last few days explains bad shape of bunkers but, greens are in bad shape, still lots of winterkill at the end of july, no water in ballwashers.

As I sit here listening to the rain pound down, I was thinking of my earlybird round this morning at Hylands. Despite a night of rain, the course was in fantastic shape due being built on a giant pile of sand by the airport. I'm going to head out tomorrow morning again during a break in the...

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Is it just me or are others finding it difficult to book mid-day tee times for EQ. I have tried for 2 weeks now and if you want a game---6:00 in the morning or 5:00 at night works :( Now if they ARE that busy etc it shows only one thing. The course management company is doing a great job in...

Why are Ottawa golf courses so unfriendly to single (one player) golfers? I usually play late in the day when courses aren't as busy but yet I still get the impression that the courses simply do not want my business. There is even a course in Ottawa that charges the full golf cart price to ...

Thanks to the marchells at Pineview for bringing out water to the golfers today.It was a cooker.

I would appreciate any feedback from members regarding the experience. Is it even possible to get weekday morning tee times between 8 and 10? I'll be a single for a while until I meet some members. I am just a bit concerned that I won't get the times I want. I don't like playing in the heat of...

Played Manderley this morning. They had their hybrid 19 hole course going. Majority of the course was dry and the greens wintered well. My understanding is the remaining holes will be opening during the week.

I’m thinking of bringing my 6 and 9 year old boys with me when I take my dad golfing for Father’s Day. I’d like to tee off early in the morning on the weekend and I’m planning on going to a course that is less busy than most. Anyone do this before? I’ve gone late afternoon when it’s dead and free...

Just wanted to let everyone know - while about to tee off on the back nine, we saw a black bear running across the 10th fairway, chasing some Canada Geese, at the Marshes .... Yes, the Marshes, on Saturday afternoon. Went off toward the big black building and parking lot to the left of the 10th...

Hi all, I’m new to Ottawa and am searching for a good teacher for my kids. I have a daughter and son who have been playing for a year. Need a teacher who is able to teach a lefty & a righty. Ages are 7yo & 5yo. Any thoughts or recommendations. Thanks

I am looing into signing my son up with Junior membership at Hylands GC, but since I won't be a full member, my son needs a sponsor. Any chance there is someone on this group who would be willing to him?

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I am thinking about purchasing a set of G400 Irons and I would like to take a set out on the course before I buy. Does anyone know of a course that is offering theses as their rental sets? Thanks