For my first round of golf since moving to Oregon, I joined a friend’s group for an Independence Day round. Check in was efficient and friendly, and the cashier gave us a yardage book and a token for ... Continue »

For my first round of golf since moving to Oregon, I joined a friend’s group for an Independence Day round. Check in was efficient and friendly, and the cashier gave us a yardage book and a token for a small bucket of range balls. After a quick warmup on the range, I rolled several putts on the practice green, which was representative of the greens on the course.
On the course, conditions were good. Tee boxes were generally level and well covered. Fairways were lush, and divots either replaced or filled. Bunkers looked well maintained, though I never had to play from any. Greens were in very good shape, holding well hit approaches. Putts rolled true and fast. As usual, I repaired my own ball marks, and refreshingly found few others to repair.