Pros:
+ Nice-sized concrete tee pads, all in outstanding condition (not cracked/broken, clean, not matted down with leaves, grass or mud).
+ Excellent signage on every tee pad, easy to read
+ Baskets all in great condition, believe every hole has permanent alternate locations to change things up.
+ Well-maintained grounds work (mowing, trimming)
+ Good variety of technical demands (a few holes that scream forehand, a few built for backhands, most with options for both).
+ 50/50 mix on holes that are open and those that have a tunnel/window of some sort - again, nice variety of technical demands.
+ Plenty of shade for really hot/sunny days
+ Easy access from the highway (directions on finding this course are spot on - turn in at the Pizza Ranch and go to the back, you will find a large gray pavillion - course starts right there).
+ Play was very quick, only saw 1 other group the entire round.
Cons:
- Last few holes are quite open and, if you have any type of good Midwestern summer wind, they are borderline unplayable. Probably not fair to ding the course for the weather, but it was the final impression we had of the course.
- For those who can really bomb it, this is not a course you can come out and just expect to crush every hole. (not sure this is a con, but I wanted to note there are only a couple holes where you can cut totally loose).
- If you don't normally do so, please remember to bring your own water/drinks - there is no fountain or hose outlet available (not one that we noticed, at least).
Other Thoughts:
We drove all the way out there to play someplace new, frankly expecting it to be somewhat of a "blah" experience. Well, we were surprised at the course, the layout, the condition and the overall experience. Would I drive there to play it again (remembering we have 8-10 other quality courses within the same drive time)? Yes and probably soon.