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I was fortunate enough to be invited to play in the Ogden (Hall of Famer) Fondation Charity Event today.

The foundation put on a great event with some pretty cool swag. Tons of food and drinks. The breakfast was "continental", but the lunch was burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, beans and all the fixins.

Now for the course, meh!!! Do i dare say that I've seen worse conditions??? Wild Horse 3 years ago???

The tee boxes were full of what I think was crab grass. The fairways were bare or muddy in most spots. There were a bunch of spots where the netting from the sod was visible. Cleaning a muddy club was common for today and the birds were more than grateful for the seed.

The eighth green was full of swan poop, which made it hard to chip on.

Now to the greens. Other than the 8th, they were actually in really good shape. BUT, there were a ton of divots. Does anyone at this course fix them???

The sand traps were really nice. Only one or two were muddy. Overall they were very playable.

There was water everywhere, cart girl was readily available as well.

The carts were decent. Speakers, USB and GPS were available.

I've played his course many times and I actually really enjoy it. I hope they bring it back to it's normal conditions. I would play it again, but not for more than $40.
7 Likes.
Bali Hai is one of my favorite courses to play. The strip views/scenery are fantastic and because of the close proximity to the airport, you can always see planes taking off and landing. It pretty much cancels the idea of quiet on the tee box when a 757 is flying overhead. Still drove it 338 yards for my long drive today, so apparently I can’t get mad at Rob Knickerbocker anymore. Lol.

Free Valet parking is how you are met and there are a ton of employees on hand to help out. The Tiki bar was good, but no water was supplied, so make sure you bring your Hydroflask or two.

Carts are really nice, plenty of juice and are equipped with GPS, USB and the good JBL speakers. Seats are nice and comfy and two coolers per cart. They definitely are setting the standard with their carts.

The twosome we played with, Alex and Sal, had a caddie known as “G” and he was really knowledgeable.

Tee boxes were in great shape, nice and plush. The fairways were fast and allowed for plenty of roll. Not too many dry spots, which would be understandable because of the heat anyway. The rough was manageable and not too hard to get out of. Oh yeah, the fairways were still recovering from the aeration, however, it wasn’t too big of an issue.

The greens were also still recovering and were plenty fast! Just a tap will do ya.

The sand traps had nice sand in them but were usually compacted. There weren’t any rakes (due to COVID and understandable) and you were in danger of landing in someone else’s “mess”.

Cart girls were always around and I saw them about 6-7 times total. There was no water on the course, so it was a good thing.

Trash cans were pretty scarce, so if you see one, throw your stuff out. Bathrooms are nice and can accommodate 2 at a time.

Overall, the course lives up to it’s reputation. Definitely worth the green fee and I would absolutely recommend this course to someone visiting. I would hate to come to Vegas and not play Bali Hai. Keep up the good work!!
9 Likes.
Had a fantastic time at yet ANOTHER Guru event. Thanks Johnny and Laughlin Ranch Golf Club!

The fairways were in really good shape, other than the occasional (minor) yellow spot, which is understandable for the heat. The rough wasn't over grown and finding your ball was fairly easy.

Golf carts are gas powered and never had an issue.

Tee boxes were fantastic and so were the greens. The greens are very challenging as there are numerous "slope" changes. Be careful or you'll roll a bit.

This course is definitely worth the drive from Las Vegas. Feel free to stay a while and eat lunch after. Holy crap!!! The nachos are huge and only $7!!!!! omg!! The loaded tots were bomb as well. All the staff were very friendly.

At the turn the snack bar was closed, maybe a potty break, so we called the club house and they brought us out exactly what we asked for. Didn't have to wait long.

The ONLY issue with this course is the cell service. GOD forbid I disconnect from society for a while and enjoy the beautiful scenery at this course.

Definitely take a drive out there and golf it. Stay the night and play again the next day.
10 Likes.
Chimera is one of my favorite courses, however, it seems like it's gone a little down hill.

The staff were very nice and accommodating. Cart girls were always around and they now have drone technology to deliver the food to your hole. It's limited to the 8,9 and 10th hole, but it's still pretty cool.

The fairways were in pretty rough shape with a lot of bare dirt spots. Long rolls on a drive, which is good for distance, but some areas were dirt.

The sand traps were compacted dirt and no way to get under the ball. They weren't puddles, but they were pretty wet.

The greens had been punched and sanded about 1-2 weeks ago and so they WERE SLOW!. The tee boxes were in great shape and probably the nicest part of the course.

Teed off at 9 am and they were already running low on carts.

I really hope this course improves it's conditions. I like to play it, but for what they charge, they really need to up their game.
8 Likes.
First time at this course. It was in great shape. The practice area was on point. One of them was closed, but it didn't seem to matter much. Plenty of room.

The staff was friendly, the pastrami melt is delicious and very large. Split it with someone. lol. The clubhouse was spacious and very comfy seating.

The course was in great shape. The greens staff was watering at numerous locations and the course was well taken care of.

I live on the opposite side of town, but it's worth the drive. Especially if you are looking for something new.

they have 3 courses and from what I understand, we played the medium difficulty course. Snow is supposedly the easiest and Wolf is the most challenging.

Their reputation preceeds them. I can't wait to try the other 2.

Thanks for hosting our event!
13 Likes.
Thanks to GK Guru Kevin Eng (Head Pro) at Reflection Bay for the experience. This course is one of my favorites and has a little bit for everyone.

It can be really tough, like the 2 water hazard Hole 1 Par 4 or nice and easy like the Hole 3 Par 3. Either way, you won't be let down.

Keep your phone on you for some really nice photo ops.

Staff is always on point and if you like French Toast, try the breakfast sandwich. Trust me, it's good.

The course was in great shape and I couldn't be more satisfied. Can't wait to play again.
12 Likes.
From the moment you pull up and have to ring the buzzer, you feel the luxury. The double wide gates open and you drive up to, what other courses would call "Bag Drop". I would call this, the meet and greet. Valet takes your car and your clubs, just take your shoes with you. You are then escorted to your locker room, where your assigned locker is marked with a laser etched name tag (that you can keep after your round). I thought that was totally cool!!

Get here early to enjoy the inner scenery as well as enjoy breakfast, I recommend the Eggs Benedict.

Then its time to golf. Walk down the stairs and meet your caddy, who is waiting for you in an indoor tunnel type area, with your cart. When you're ready, two huge double doors open and out you go to the driving range. What an opulent experience, you will later come back the same way, and I thought it was one of the coolest parts.

The driving range is very photogenic, where the back drop is a beautiful waterfall. If you hit well enough, you can try to hit it, but I can't so I didn't try. I think its 325 yards????

Our caddy's name was Quincy or "Q" and he was the BOMB!!! I've never golfed with a caddy before and the experience was truly surreal. The customer service, knowledge, experience and sheer friendliness was totally worth it. At one point, I was getting ready to putt, picked up my ball, tossed it to "Q", he cleaned it and tossed it back. Totally felt like I was on the tour. Holy crap. That was cool. I didn't believe him, initially, when he told me to putt to a certain area. When I did what he said, the ball would do exactly what he knew it would. Apparently I don't know how to read greens, because I was way off when I tried to read it in advance.

The course was in great shape and well taken care of. The greens were fast (in my opinion). I personally didn't thing the rough was over grown, however, it was thick and deep. A couple of times, my club would get way under the ball (but that could've been me.)

The cart woman was around, more than any other course I've been on. Saw her at least 4-5 times. Drinks were very reasonable and had a good selection.

There is no club house at the turn, but I would assume if you needed anything, your caddy would make sure you had it. Plenty of water and restroom stations throughout.

When, unfortunately your round is complete, you go back through the double doors and are greeted with a cold towel for your face. Walk away from your cart and you'll find them in your car that was pulled up to the front door for you.

Overall, the experience was amazing and unforgettable. I was fortunate to be invited as a GKGuru and had a great time with all my fellow Gurus. Thank you Johnny and Cascata for the best golf experience I've had thus far.
9 Likes.
Played 04/01/19. Started as a two-some, but ended up catching up to a third and ended up a three some. POP was 3:23 as a three-some, which was impressive because the two-some ahead of us was waiting on a four-some and we were being pushed.

The green fees were way cheaper on their website and because we walked on, we had to plead with the pro-shop to give us the $42 rate as opposed to them charging us $54. A little annoying since he seemed put out.

Carts have coolers, but no GPS or USB chargers.

The starter I will say, was one of the nicest starters I have dealt with at a course. He was smiling and actually had a conversation with us.

The driving range is fairly large and you have to buy balls in order to warm up.

The tee boxes were fairly worn out and at times, pretty bare.

The fairways in were great shape, along with the rough. The rough didn't seem too bad, but there were plenty to bushes that did a good job of hiding your ball for you.

The greens were in really good shape and ran at a true speed.

Foot golf is played on this course, and I found that the "hole" was usually in the middle of the fairway.

The cart lady was around quite often and I think we saw her 3 times.

There are some pretty tricky holes that have rock beds about, 100 yards from the green. They aren't very visible from the tee box, but it makes it pretty challenging.

At times, the sand traps were flooded with water and if they weren't, they were pretty packed down.

I would definitely play this course again, but I don't know that I would pay more than the $42 bucks that I did.
8 Likes.
I was lucky enough to have played this course on 02/26 & 02/27, and what a great time it was.

I apologize for the late review, but suffice it to say, I've been a little busy.

This is a private course and I accompanied one of my good friends that has been a member for over 20 years. Let me tell you, this is the life. I haven't had to opportunity to play at a private course, and these guys are treated like royalty (so was I for that matter).

Everything about this experience makes me want to be a member at a private club. From the spotless locker rooms, customer service and sheer camaraderie.

The course is beautiful. It's at the top of a neighborhood and doesn't seem to be very impressive until you get into the parking lot.

The club house is well situated and there is a door right outside of the sixth hole, where you can stop and get some quick lemonade or water, use the restroom or even get some cocktails. Because it's private, no one seems to be in a rush. Meaning, we walked in, ordered some drinks, chit chatted with other members and got back on the sixth hole. All the while, no one was pushing or upset, because they were right behind us doing the same thing.

Most of the members walked with carts, and they were good enough that it didn't matter because they hit once to my two shots. Because this course is so old, est. 1899, the green from one hole is very close to the tee box of the next. Unlike most courses, where you have to drive a ways to the next hole, this one allows you to almost park at the next tee box as you get your putter for the current hole.

The golf carts had USB chargers, GPS, ball washers and coolers. Some of the nicest carts I've used!!!

The greens were a little fast at times and in great shape. Because there is a pride of ownership, the divots are fixed and rarely in the way.

The tee boxes are in very good shape, of course they have some damage but again, the pride of ownership makes it so they are taken care of.

The sand traps were in great shape and nice soft sand caressed your ball if you were lucky enough to land in one.

The driving range was smaller than average and was built on a hill. One of the coolest driving ranges though, because you could place your tee in a rubber slit and it simulated placing it in grass. That's the first i've seen of this. Of course unlimited balls, but these guys were just there to warm up and dial in a few clubs. No real practicing going on.

In speaking to my friend, they cut down a lot of the trees that lined the fairways. At times, there was some openness to the holes (which if you have a slice like me), you endanger other on the adjoining hole.

There wasn't a cart lady that I could remember, but that didn't matter. The group I was golfing with got thirsty and they called the clubhouse and had drinks delivered!! It was awesome.

There is a full service snack shack at the intersection of several holes, but you have to get to 9 before you reach it. It's like its nestled in a 3 or 4 hole intersection.

The first 6 holes are the most beautiful in my opinion. They are at a higher elevation and so you get some really nice views.

The wildlife was awesome!! I have never seen a gaggle of turkeys on a course before (other than the guys I golf with haha). Much like the swans on any course, this one has turkeys!! At one point, two of the males started arguing and flexed their regalia of feathers for all to see. It was neat.

Finally, one of the coolest things on this course was the garage nicknamed "For the Boys". On the sixteenth hole, if you find yourself thirsty, pull up on the cart path, type in the code and there is a cart garage with a fully stocked fridge with name brand anything you want. Leave a few bucks and help yourself to literally any beverage you may want. I made myself a Kettle One and Redbull out of shear principle.

That about covers it. It was an amazing experience and one that I can't wait to have again.
7 Likes.
Played on 02/4/19 and got a hot deal from GolfNow for $27!!! Man was it worth every penny. Probably worth a $50 green fee!

Stallion Mountain, you have definitely stepped your game WAY UP!!

Upon arrival, the views are nice as you drive past holes 10 and 13. Unfortunately you need to watch out because they are close enough to the road that it is very possible to get hit by a shanked ball.

The bag drop was well manned. All the golf carts are parked neatly and wet yellow rags are neatly hung in the same spot, both sides, of every cart. Looked cool. Nice bag guys, who double as the starters.

Nice check-in desk staff.

The course is in great shape!! The fairways, sand traps and the greens were all excellent.

This course offers a little of everything. Some narrow holes and some wider ones.

The carts have GPS and coolers on them, but no USB ports.

Because the course is located off of Flamingo, there are some really cool holes where you can see the Ferris Wheel and some of the strip.

Bottom line is this, Stallion Mtn. got a bad rap for a long time and I will definitely come back and play. Totally worth it.
9 Likes.
Played on 2/3/19 Desert Willow is an executive course that is connected to a 55+ community. Bag drop is just that, drop your bag, park your car and then carry your bag through the community center.

The restaurant is decent, slot machines at the bar and quite a selection of beers on draft. The breakfast burrito is simple and easy to go.

Check in is simple, and they DO OFFER A JUNIOR RATE of $15. The golf carts didn't have GPS or USB chargers. Coolers were available.

The 2 longest holes are 300 plus from the tips, which is what we played. The two shortest holes were 125ish. This course is really nice to work on your short game and because my daughter is going, it isn't very difficult.

There are several really nice holes where water is involved and you have to go over them in order to get onto the green.

The course was in great shape ALL THE WAY AROUND. The greens ran true to stroke and were well taken care of. There were some patches that were missing grass, however, it looks like they seeded them and the grass was coming back. You really had to look in order to notice.

Because we played from the tips, the tee boxes were perfect and because they are long boxes as well as having several tee options, they are in good shape.

Three of us played in 3:15 minutes and we were being pushed as well as pushing those in front of us. The foursome that was again of the threesome ahead of us, was taking their time and it looked as if two of them were learning to play, so they were slow.

Be careful, because hitting into someone is VERY EASY on this course. Especially if you try to get on the green every time. lol.

The holes are separated well enough that a shank isn't going to be too dangerous, for you, but if you do, the ball can be found.

Not an every week course, but every now and then its fun to play.
7 Likes.
On 1/31 I was lucky enough to be invited as part of a whirlwind of golf with JohnnyGK, mpisarski01 and rob1563. Concord was the second of 3 with them.

Some of this information, may be repetitive, but I feel that it needs to be said, in the chance my other reviews were not read.

I have played this course numerous times, and after playing Lexington three days in a row, I don't know which I like better. The views from both courses area amazing because of the altitude.

Concord, in my opinion is a little more challenging and in better condition. It really seems to me that the two courses are so different that it makes for a great club to be a part of.

The golf carts withstood the demand we placed on them, to include having my phone charging all day. We used the same cart for 36 holes without issues. USB ports and coolers are available, but no GPS.

Two things I discovered during this most recent visit. The breakfast burrito, when eaten in the restaurant, comes with breakfast potatoes and because I was early, I sat down and enjoyed it with some coffee. Oh, it was $10 total, so not over priced at all. As I've said before, the view was awesome and I'd love to have dinner here soon.

The second thing, is that they have "Ready Dogs", so if you are in a rush at the turn, feel free to stop and get one quick. That being said, the clubhouse is out of the way on both courses.

I totally recommend both courses.
7 Likes.
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