I did play the Goose today, havent been here for awhile, you can see where the wind played havoc with the place, trees blown over but no fire , all trees in play were already cut down and cleared so w... Continue »

I did play the Goose today, havent been here for awhile, you can see where the wind played havoc with the place, trees blown over but no fire , all trees in play were already cut down and cleared so was not a problem sad as they were grown trees. . Fairways were good, greens were a little sandy, made ya think they would be slow, not true. Tough greens today,smooth and very tricky. Dont play so much **** break. Staff was great, Hey Cheesburger, I bet I know what happened to you yesterday. We teed off around 10, followed by a semi large group called the old dragons or Golden dragons or something like that. After 4 holes they were never to be seen again. 3 maybe 4 holes behind. I really dont care as they were behind us, but I felt sorry for the groups in back of them. And I am sure the starter didnt know that maybe 4 tee times were lost. Also the cows seem to be gone,,, a good day at the Goose.

I actually DIDN'T play Goose Creek yesterday. I had planned on it. I was looking forward to it. At 10:00 A.M. I even called the pro-shop from the 10 freeway in Ontario to see if they were busy. Wa... Continue »

I actually DIDN'T play Goose Creek yesterday. I had planned on it. I was looking forward to it. At 10:00 A.M. I even called the pro-shop from the 10 freeway in Ontario to see if they were busy. Was told that if I got there after 10:30 - there would be no problem getting me out as a single. Arrived at 10:30. Four-group back-up on the first-tee...and 7-8 people on the waiting list.

Anybody who knows me KNOWS that I worship the turf that Goose Greek is built on.

I bailed. I got back in my car. I played Hidden Valley instead.

C'mon, Goose People! You know better than that! There's no need to fib! If you're sold-out or busy or have a fog-delay...tell us. We're big boys - we can take it. There are now too many good choices along the 15-coridor for you to start pulling that hen-house $#!+ !!

I was not a happy Cheeseburger.

But I will be playing the Goose on Saturday at 6:56 A.M. Hopefully I will have good things to say.

Great course. Play it alot. We played Friday morning (10/19). I'd say it's still a week away from being perfect. Fairways were a little thin due to overseeding (lots of cart path only; we were wal... Continue »

Great course. Play it alot. We played Friday morning (10/19). I'd say it's still a week away from being perfect. Fairways were a little thin due to overseeding (lots of cart path only; we were walking so didn't matter) and the greens were still bumpy from aeration, although the holes have grown over. Not bad, but not perfect, yet.
Right edge of 18th green has a big bare spot in the green. Pace of play was not good. Took five hours. Problem is folks go from #9 into the clubhouse to get food, take their time, and then there's folks hopping in and out cuz they've lost their place on the course. They need a snack bar at the turn. They'd make a killing. There was a marshall on course who politely told us he was trying to move folks but it was to no avail. No biggie. But, if you play here, don't go for food at the turn and screw up everyone else's pace. Pack a snack!

9/28 9am tee time, the Goose is under repair, fairways are scraped,maybe 5 of them but still very playable. Funny,unlike the way overpriced Orange County courses, the Goose keeps on playing with great... Continue »

9/28 9am tee time, the Goose is under repair, fairways are scraped,maybe 5 of them but still very playable. Funny,unlike the way overpriced Orange County courses, the Goose keeps on playing with great greens and good conditions at a fair price. I did enjoy Foothill Ranch's comments on the Goose. Anyone that liked Dos Lagos and hated the Goose is tops in my book. Dos Lagos will soon be Condos its soooo bad. But it will keep the Goose and Trilogy and Eagle Glen clear of crowds. $58 for senior at Tijeras Creek in the middle of houses when its in bad shape is a great deal, just not for some of us.

Thanks to Cheeseburger I was able to play the goose for the first time today. Also was a great benefit playing this course with someone who knows the course throughout and was always right on with dir... Continue »

Thanks to Cheeseburger I was able to play the goose for the first time today. Also was a great benefit playing this course with someone who knows the course throughout and was always right on with direction and avoiding trouble spots. [and what short cuts to take for an easier round]
Great course as everybody mentioned, greens were very receptive and rolled nicely. The fairways were very very nice. Fun course to play, I hit all but one club in my bag. The sand traps, which there there were many of, and they were huge, were a little wet in places but were very fair, and raked. The greens are pretty large, so the pin placement map on the scorecard is helpful. Teed off either on time or a little early, and the pace was great. 6:51am tee time, and still the snack cart girl came by twice during our round. That was nice. They are working on the course it seems four holes at a time, stay off of fairways, but it did not take away from the experience at all for me. I will definitely be back to redeem myself on the last two holes!

Notes on this morning's round at The Goose. First of all...thanks to Mike (thingstodo on GK) for joining me for the round. I posted my time...and he used the "Find/Post Tee Times" feature on Greensk... Continue »

Notes on this morning's round at The Goose. First of all...thanks to Mike (thingstodo on GK) for joining me for the round. I posted my time...and he used the "Find/Post Tee Times" feature on Greenskeeper.org and we hooked up. I think he enjoyed the course (he was a first-timer at The Goose). I'm sure he enjoyed it! Mike shot an even-par 35 on the front-side!

As for the conditions....yes, they are overseeding some fairways - it's that time of year where they work hard to keep this wonderful track "wonderful" for the rest of the year. The staff was great...open and honest about what was going on BEFORE we paid. "Four holes are 'cart-path only" - and that was true. The overseeding (looks like Winter Rye) is taking nicely and sprouting already.

They waived the cart fee!! You can't beat that!!

Overall the course in in great shape considereing the time of year...the driving range is a bit pinched due to the necessary work they are doing to keep IT nice...

The fairways (even the ones scraped and overseeded) were in fine condition...and did not effect the play at all.

Overall the greens were pretty good and rolled true - only on #18 did I notice any problem....looks like a fungus-among-us...but again...it was cosmetic and did not effect putting...but I guess it could have if you were below and to the right of the hole.

The staff is great. They are working hard to KEEP Goose Creek the gem that it is!

Need to add a footnote that my husband pointed out. I got a phone call while I was out there, from my son and he asked me where I was. I told him I was in the middle of a cow pasture. To that he as... Continue »

Need to add a footnote that my husband pointed out. I got a phone call while I was out there, from my son and he asked me where I was. I told him I was in the middle of a cow pasture. To that he asked, of course, "what are you doing in the middle of a cow pasture?" I told him that somebody decided to build a golf course in the middle of a cow pasture! Literally it is out there with the cows and the flies.... well one more reason I won't be back.

What am I missing here? We played Goose on 9/7 and I really don't get what all the raves are about. The course is boring, the greens were COVERED with ball marks, noise from airplanes, maintenance c... Continue »

What am I missing here? We played Goose on 9/7 and I really don't get what all the raves are about. The course is boring, the greens were COVERED with ball marks, noise from airplanes, maintenance crews everywhere - OK due to overseeding. Thankfully the proshop gave us senior rate at 45 bucks each on a Friday. I guess I am spoiled by OC courses and the resort style courses. I really did not enjoy this course at all and will not return. Check out Soboba Springs, now that's what I'm talking about. However, I must admit the staff at Goose is top notch.

Great layout! A bit overpriced but people are paying it. Scorecards need depth of green yards added to give players the most info to make club decisions. This is a course where local knowledge will... Continue »

Great layout! A bit overpriced but people are paying it. Scorecards need depth of green yards added to give players the most info to make club decisions. This is a course where local knowledge will lower your score.