This picture was not taken in Myrtle Beach, however Horry County (Myrtle Beach Metro Area) does have the largest Brown Bear Population in the state. Not that any of your golfmasters have seen a bear on the golf course. We do have a golf course by the name Black Bear here in Myrtle Beach.
Unfortunately the guy forgot to mark his golf ball. What was he thinking?
A Golf Trek Customer recorded a hole in one this past weekend. Here are the stats.
Wendell Doyle
Retrieving the ball after a hole in one!
March 5, 2010
Sea Trail - Dan Maples Course
Hole #11
155 yards
5 Iron (wind in face)
Used a Bridgestone e6 Golf Ball.
You’ve got to appreciate some clean, but really funny golf humor! Enjoy.
With the crazy weather patterns everyone has been having, I thought everyone would be interested to see what a golf course in Myrtle Beach looks like with a light covering in snow.
Our friends at Crow Creek, were kind enough to share it with us. While the snow didn’t last for long, and we are now experiencing sunny days with a warming trend close to 60, it was entertaining to see snow in South Carolina. It only happens once every 10 years or so, and that happened to be this past Friday.
Sea Trail resort, which boast 3 of the Myrtle Beach area’s best golf courses recently announced that if you play all 3 of their championship caliber golf courses you are allowed a free replay round on the same course in the afternoon.
You can choose from the popular Dan Maples Golf course, The Willard Byrd course, or the Rees Jones course at Sea Trail.
There are no strings attached with this deal, and you do NOT have to pay a cart fee on the replay round. Replay rounds can be booked in advance. The only requirement is that you play all 3 of the Sea Trail Courses on your Myrtle Beach Golf Package.
For the golfer that wants to play as much golf as possible this is a deal that is hard to pass up. This deal is available through the end of May, 2010. Take advantage of it while you can!
Click here for pricing and details of our golf package. Sea Trail Master Package
Arrowhead Country Club, centrally located on Hwy 501 in Myrtle Beach has announced it is offering a pre booked replay for their golf package groups. The golf course designed by Arnold Palmer has undergone extensive renovations, including brand new mini verde Bermuda greens. This should ensure great playing conditions year round.
For groups that are interested in playing more than 18 holes per day, this is an ideal location to do it. Prebooked replays are available for those that play the golf course in the morning, for as little as $30 per person inclusive of carts and taxes. This has to be one of the best values in Myrtle Beach Golf. A tremendous opportunity to give customers the option to play all 3 nines and the some.
As publicized and promoted by the sun news, here is a look again at the Myrtle Beach Golf “Dream 18″. These are the best 18 holes of golf as voted by those that have played golf extensively in Myrtle Beach. Credit goes to the Sun News for putting together the best golf holes on the Grand Strand.
While several of the courses are private, most of these Myrtle Beach Golf courses are accessible by anyone from the traveling golfer to the local looking to get in some quality golf. I have some personal favorites in Prestwick, Oyster Bay, and River’s Edge.
Bald head Island Golf Club, located 5 miles off the coast of Southport, NC is a “one of a kind” golf course on a 
small island near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It has been a course that Golfmasters have recommended to our traveling Myrtle Beach golfers as an experience like nothing else in Myrtle Beach. While a bit involved to get to from the center of Myrtle Beach, it’s certainly worth the trip. There are not many Myrtle Beach golf courses that require you to board a ferry for the 25 minute ride to the island, but at Bald Head Island, it is part of the experience. The benefits are playing on a small pristine island, which do not allow any other forms of transportation other than golf carts, bikes, etc. The island really isn’t large enough to support anything larger.
You can have 365 degree views of the ocean while playing this magnificent Myrtle Beach golf course. Wind is always a factor in playing the course, and can change club selection dramatically. In addition to the challenge of the golf course, there is stunning natural beauty to be experienced. The wildlife is tremendous with everything from alligators to osprey and eagles. Be sure to allow time to eat in the club, as the food is tremendous as well. All of it can be enjoyed while overlooking this Myrtle Beach golf course and the rest of this beautiful island.
The members of the Bald Head Island Club in Myrtle Beach decided to bring in renowned golf course architect Tim Cate for a redesign of the golf course. Originally designed by George Cobb, of Augusta National Fame, the members felt it was time for a slight face lift. Mr. Cate has designed numerous Myrtle Beach Golf Courses, including Leopard’s Chase, Tigers Eye, and numerous other Myrtle Beach Golf destinations. Personally we felt that Bald Head Golf Club was always in great shape and has always provided a fantastic playing experience. However the members felt that a renovation could maintain the exacting standards and perhaps even take the course to the next level.
Currently only 9 holes are open and the other 9 will be closing on December 15th. Tim Cate plans to replace all the greens converting them to miniverde bermuda, as well as renovate the sand traps and improve some drainage where need be. This will enable the golf course to take advantage of the latest turf technology, ensuring the best possible playing conditions year round. The target opening date for the newly renovated course is May 15, 2010. Hopefully all goes accordingly to schedule and they are able to open with a product even better than we have previously experienced. With all the Myrtle Beach golf courses available to play at while visiting Myrtle Beach, this one holds a special place in every golfer’s heart.
Any questions about Bald head Island Golf club, or any other Myrtle Beach Golf Course, please contact us at 800-394-3764, or http://www.yourgolfpackage.com
Here is a video summary of a recent golf groups’ trip to Myrtle Beach. They played almost 126 holes of myrtle beach golf (121 to be exact, lost daylight) in the middle of November. They were the 1st to tee off in the morning and the last to leave the course in the evening. Now that’s dedication. Getting in the last rounds of golf for the year, before heading back north. I’m sure they will be back in Myrtle Beach soon.
Here is one of the best looking golf groups, I’ve seen in a while. The Richardson group comes down from Nova Scotia every April to kick off their golf season. This past year they had 16 guys. They stayed on the North end of Myrtle Beach, in some of the best Myrtle Beach Condos the area offers.
They played a total of 5 rounds oat some of the best myrtle beach golf courses. The Courses included Sandpiper Bay, River Hills, Crow Creek, Eagle Next and the Private Founders Club at St. James plantation. A good time was had by all, and they hope to be back next spring as well. Before you know it, it will be here.
If you wish to have your Myrtle Beach Golf groups pictures posted to our blog, which we encourage you to do, please email it to the Myrtle Beach Golf Master that set up your golf vacation and we’ll have it posted promptly.