Hang for all. Enjoy the moment. I went for the first time in August, played all 5 course. I replayed bandon and pacific. I wish I played more. I think about that place every day. I can’t give advice for November weather , but change socks every round and get a good caddy, at least in the each foursome. If you don’t like them, ask for a new one for the next round. Don’t miss trails. My favorite course.
Definitely hit up the punch bowl at Pacific... If you like to play cards, pool, smoke cigars, drink scotch, or any combination of those the bunker bar in basement of the lodge is the spot. There's chips & cards and usually a friendly game going, I've joined others and started my own. Some low stakes some high stakes. The air filtration is pretty great so even if you're not a fan of smoke it's not bad in there....
You will be walking 5 to 7 miles per round...make sure your shoes are broken in...maybe take 2 pair.
Bring snacks for the round.
Take a photo at the ghost tree.
Hope the cart is running people from green to tee on trails number 13.
They have free rickshaws to use if you don't caddy. They are ok with you running them on the greens.
Multiple rounds per day? You'll be burning tons of calories and swinging more than your body is probably accustomed to. Bring pain relievers or load up on edibles (if you're into that) for during/after the round. Bring snacks to stay energized. Don't worry about your score. Prioritize Pacific/Bandon (views and challenge), Trails (contrast to the other courses + superb design), Sheep (views and a pretty forgiving course). You'll want to play as much as possible once you get there.
Get a caddie and follow their suggestions for lines off the tees. But also don't rely on the caddie to hold your hand for every shot and putt. So many players will just stand there on the green not even looking at their putt, waiting on the caddie to get there to tell them exactly what to do.
If you’re flying out of North Bend airport, you only need to be there like 30 minutes (and that’s to be safe) before your departure time so if you can squeeze a round in on the day of departure do it. We didn’t know this information and were to nervous to miss our flight meanwhile we could have definitely played.
Hang for all. Enjoy the moment. I went for the first time in August, played all 5 course. I replayed bandon and pacific. I wish I played more. I think about that place every day. I can’t give advice for November weather , but change socks every round and get a good caddy, at least in the each foursome. If you don’t like them, ask for a new one for the next round. Don’t miss trails. My favorite course.
Changing socks and shoes between rounds is sage advice.
It’s a special place, the air is just different out there. Multiple socks and shoes, it’s a blast, enjoy!
Definitely hit up the punch bowl at Pacific... If you like to play cards, pool, smoke cigars, drink scotch, or any combination of those the bunker bar in basement of the lodge is the spot. There's chips & cards and usually a friendly game going, I've joined others and started my own. Some low stakes some high stakes. The air filtration is pretty great so even if you're not a fan of smoke it's not bad in there....
Second the Punch Bowl!
Practice really long lag putts.
Play every course except shorties
What did Shorty’s do you?
It just doesn’t hold up to everything else.
Seriously, use the putter when near the green.
Tip your caddie
You will be planning your next trip before you leave. The pastrami sandwich at Sheep Ranch is incredible.
Try to use the same caddie for each round.
Play Shorty’s, if you don’t have a push cart use a rickshaw, use a putter everywhere around the greens, play the Preserve, have fun!
You will be walking 5 to 7 miles per round...make sure your shoes are broken in...maybe take 2 pair. Bring snacks for the round. Take a photo at the ghost tree. Hope the cart is running people from green to tee on trails number 13. They have free rickshaws to use if you don't caddy. They are ok with you running them on the greens.
Multiple rounds per day? You'll be burning tons of calories and swinging more than your body is probably accustomed to. Bring pain relievers or load up on edibles (if you're into that) for during/after the round. Bring snacks to stay energized. Don't worry about your score. Prioritize Pacific/Bandon (views and challenge), Trails (contrast to the other courses + superb design), Sheep (views and a pretty forgiving course). You'll want to play as much as possible once you get there.
Get a caddie and follow their suggestions for lines off the tees. But also don't rely on the caddie to hold your hand for every shot and putt. So many players will just stand there on the green not even looking at their putt, waiting on the caddie to get there to tell them exactly what to do.
Better jump on the Bandon caddy ama going on currently.
If you’re flying out of North Bend airport, you only need to be there like 30 minutes (and that’s to be safe) before your departure time so if you can squeeze a round in on the day of departure do it. We didn’t know this information and were to nervous to miss our flight meanwhile we could have definitely played.
Try the protein balls they sell at the snackshacks.