Courses Closed November 18th - Vistas Range Open at 9am

Well… when it rains, it floods! The storm we were supposed to get last Friday finally decided to show up, late, uninvited, and with plenty of friends. With all the runoff from the surrounding community, both courses will remain closed for the rest of the day. And with more rain expected throughout the day and night, we’re keeping a close eye on conditions.

The front of the Vistas Range will open at 9am, weather permitting—but that may change depending on how much more Mother Nature throws at us.

BUT, if golf is rained out, shopping is wide open! Both Golf Shops are open and stocked for our Rainout Sale albeit not much rain clothes! If you’re stuck inside anyway, you might as well treat yourself:

🌧️ RAINOUT SALE – TODAY ONLY!

• • 20% OFF All Apparel, Hats, and Shoes
• • 20% OFF Putters and Wedges
• • 20% OFF Balls, Gloves, and Bags

Both courses are looking fantastic and we’re pleased to announce that the Cart Path Only restriction at the Lakes Course is now Lifted, Wednesday, November 5th.

Thank you all for adhering to the cart path restrictions—your cooperation has been invaluable in helping us create excellent playing surfaces for the season.

New Carts at the Vistas

As many of you know, we were scheduled to receive 32 new(er) carts this year. While we initially received them at the end of September, their condition didn’t meet our expectations, so we sent them back to EZGO. Fortunately, EZGO was able to locate a much better batch, which arrived yesterday afternoon.

The carts didn’t arrive until about 3 p.m., so we were only able to get them into the cart barn with the chargers hung. Over the next week, our team will be giving them a full cleaning and applying decals. However, they’ll be ready and available for use starting tomorrow.

These are EZGO Elite models equipped with Lithium batteries. We typically rotate 8–10 carts each year to maintain a 10-year replacement cycle. Moving forward, all new carts will feature lithium technology.

This batch will remain at the Vistas, as it’s difficult to manage multiple charger types in the Lakes cart barn. Once we’ve built up enough carts with the same charging system, we’ll transition some to the Lakes.

Please note — since these carts arrived late yesterday, we haven’t had a chance to fully inspect every detail just yet, so you may notice a few minor issues in the coming weeks. Thanks in advance for your patience as we get them fully up to our standards!

We had a great fitting day with Titleist yesterday! We still have Ping Thursday, Cleveland/Srixon Friday, and PXG Next Week!

With the season in full swing, we’re members-only (plus guests) until next summer. Please continue to help us take care of our courses so everyone can enjoy them at their best. Here are some helpful reminders:

Pace of Play Reminders:

• Our Goal is 4 Hours or Less: A smooth pace is essential for everyone’s enjoyment.
  • If you notice a faster group waiting behind, please let them play through. If this happens frequently, consider picking up the pace.
  • Prepare for your shot in advance. It’s great to watch others, but use that time to get ready.
  • Bring extra clubs with you to avoid unnecessary trips back and forth.
  • Start reading your putts while others are preparing, staying mindful of etiquette.
  • And remember, golf is social—chatting and fun are encouraged, but we can all multitask a bit!

Course Care Tips: Quick, Easy, and Essential!

As golfers, a little extra care for the course goes a long way! Fixing ball marks and filling divots are small acts that make a huge difference in keeping our greens and fairways in top condition. Here’s how you can celebrate your great shots and help keep the course pristine for everyone:

Five Things Every Golfer Should Know About Repairing Ball Marks and Filling Divots:

1. Ball Mark Repair Technique is Key:

   • Insert your tool behind the mark and gently push toward the center, working around it. Avoid lifting or twisting to protect turf roots. Smooth it over with your putter, and enjoy a flawless green!

2. Unrepaired Marks Last for Weeks:

   • Left unpatched, ball marks take ages to heal, causing bumpy rolls and inviting weeds. By fixing yours and a few others, we can virtually eliminate ball marks, keeping greens beautiful and smooth.

3. Some Greens Need Extra Love:

   • Greens that see high approach shots, like on par-3s, are especially prone to marks. Take an extra moment here to patch yours and any you spot nearby.

4. Sand and Seed Divots in the Fairways:

   • If your divot left a chunk of turf, replace it firmly in the divot. If not, use the sand and seed mix to fill the area. This keeps fairways smooth, encourages regrowth, and prevents weeds!

5. Pay It Forward on the Course:

   • Just like any act of kindness, repairing a few extra marks or divots is a way to “pay it forward.” If everyone does a bit more, we’ll all enjoy a course that’s pristine and ready for play every time!

We’re excited to share that everything’s falling perfectly into place to kick off an incredible 2025/2026 season!

✅ Vistas Overseed – Success!
✅ Vistas Course – Open and Cart Restrictions Removed
✅ Lakes Overseed – Success!
✅ Lakes Course – Open Today! (Cart Path Only)
✅ Snowbirds are Here
✅ Semi-Annual Unlimited Free Play Started Today!
✅ Weather is Phenomenal!

With everything ready, we’re all set for an amazing season ahead!

🎥 For Your Viewing Pleasure 🎥
We’ve did a flyover of the Lakes before opening! Take a moment to check it out below and get a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful work that’s been done to get everything ready for you.

This summer we took the opportunity to complete several major projects including:

• We remodeled and beautified the Locker Rooms
• Resurfacing the parking lot.
• Leveling and re-sodding the driving range tee with Tahoma 31 bermudagrass. 
• Removed the three-tiered tee on Hole #1 at the Lakes, leveling it to one tier, and re-sodding with Tahoma 31
• Constructing a new nursery green

Course Conditions and Cart Guidelines:
Our Lakes Course is now open after a fantastic overseed, though we’ll be cart paths only while the grass continues to mature. The good news is, we lifted cart path restrictions at the Vistas Course pretty early for you! As you roam the fairways, please remember to use the 90-degree rule where appropriate, and stay on the cart path as much as possible to help keep the turf in top shape.

Course Etiquette Reminders
Please continue to fix your ball marks and sand/seed your divots in the fairway. Every little bit helps, so pay it forward—these small efforts go a long way in maintaining the quality of the course for everyone!

🎟️ Get Your Tickets for The 3 International Tenors Christmas Special! 🎟️
Tickets are still available for our special Christmas Concert on December 5th in the Lakes Ballroom! But don’t wait too long—we’re going to keep annoying you with this announcement until these tickets are gone, so grab yours while they last! This promises to be a fantastic evening you won’t want to miss!

🛍️ We Got A Little Dot Happy! 🛍️
Joan decided to put some more dots out there and start up a Winter Dot Sale! Look out for items marked with:

• Green Dot – 40% Off
• Red Dot – 50% Off
• Purple Dot – 60% Off

Come snag these savings while they last! And don’t worry, men—we even dotted a few for you mainly XL and XXL.

We’re thrilled to see the season start with you all back on the course. Lets have a great season of unforgettable shots, lots of laughs, and, of course, those elusive birdies!

Thanks to the perfect weather this week and the extra days we remained closed during overseeding, our Director of Agronomy, David Escobedo, has determined that the turf is ready for cart use starting tomorrow, Wednesday, October 22.

Despite the record rainfall, the overseed on the Vistas Course went exceptionally well, and we’re confident the turf can now handle cart traffic.

As always, please follow the 90-degree rule when possible and do your best to minimize driving on the grass. A little extra care and common sense now will help keep the course looking great all winter long!

A Few Important Reminders:

• Each group is limited to two carts maximum, unless additional carts have been approved by the Golf Shop. Groups found using more than two carts without prior approval will be referred to the Member Standards Committee.

• Only handicap flags issued by the Admin Office are recognized and allowed for use.

• Players with valid handicap flags may drive within 10 yards of tee boxes and greens. All other players must remain at least 30 yards away from these areas.

With the season in full swing, we’re members-only (plus guests) until next summer. Please continue to help us take care of our courses so everyone can enjoy them at their best. Here are some helpful reminders:

Pace of Play Reminders:

• Our Goal is 4 Hours or Less: A smooth pace is essential for everyone’s enjoyment.
  • If you notice a faster group waiting behind, please let them play through. If this happens frequently, consider picking up the pace.
  • Prepare for your shot in advance. It’s great to watch others, but use that time to get ready.
  • Bring extra clubs with you to avoid unnecessary trips back and forth.
  • Start reading your putts while others are preparing, staying mindful of etiquette.
  • And remember, golf is social—chatting and fun are encouraged, but we can all multitask a bit!

Course Care Tips: Quick, Easy, and Essential!

As golfers, a little extra care for the course goes a long way! Fixing ball marks and filling divots are small acts that make a huge difference in keeping our greens and fairways in top condition. Here’s how you can celebrate your great shots and help keep the course pristine for everyone:

Five Things Every Golfer Should Know About Repairing Ball Marks and Filling Divots:

1. Ball Mark Repair Technique is Key:

   • Insert your tool behind the mark and gently push toward the center, working around it. Avoid lifting or twisting to protect turf roots. Smooth it over with your putter, and enjoy a flawless green!

2. Unrepaired Marks Last for Weeks:

   • Left unpatched, ball marks take ages to heal, causing bumpy rolls and inviting weeds. By fixing yours and a few others, we can virtually eliminate ball marks, keeping greens beautiful and smooth.

3. Some Greens Need Extra Love:

   • Greens that see high approach shots, like on par-3s, are especially prone to marks. Take an extra moment here to patch yours and any you spot nearby.

4. Sand and Seed Divots in the Fairways:

   • If your divot left a chunk of turf, replace it firmly in the divot. If not, use the sand and seed mix to fill the area. This keeps fairways smooth, encourages regrowth, and prevents weeds!

5. Pay It Forward on the Course:

   • Just like any act of kindness, repairing a few extra marks or divots is a way to “pay it forward.” If everyone does a bit more, we’ll all enjoy a course that’s pristine and ready for play every time!

🎉 Don’t Forget… We Have a Halloween Sale! 🎉