If you’re looking for a new course to play, then you’ve come to the right place. We will teach you about Glenwild, a golf course that opened up in 2013 and is located in the beautiful country of Scotland. This course is designed by the famous golf course architect Donald J. Ross. The entire 18 holes of this course are reachable by sea, air, or land. This is one of the most incredible golf courses we have ever played. In this article, we will teach you the different ways of playing this course so that you can become familiar with it. Let’s get started.
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Mountain View
We will begin our lesson by taking you on a virtual tour of this golf club. You will get to see the great views of the Loch Lomond and the Scottish Highlands. As you can imagine, there is a large amount of elevation change on this course, so you will need to work at keeping your balance. The best way to do this is by using the natural obstacles on the course, such as the hillside and trees, to help you gauge your shots. This course is also surrounded by farmland and there are a number of rabbits hopping around during the day, so watch out for those as well.
Aerial View
For our second approach, let’s take you on a virtual tour from above. You will get a great view of the entire course from the air. This is a distinct advantage for someone who wants to play this course as it prevents you from getting lost on the green surfaces. If the weather is clear, you can even play the back nine without having to worry about getting bogged down by the mud. The downside is that sometimes you can’t tell how far the fairway is from the tee box or how difficult the hole is going to be. It’s also hard to see the small holes and the occasional pot bunker when you’re looking down. This is why it’s important to use your eyes as well as your ears when playing this course – especially on the back nine, away from the clubhouse.
Land View
Looking down from above is one thing, being on the ground is another. This is where you make your third approach. You will walk the entire 18 holes and experience the changes in elevation first-hand. The good thing about this option is that you can see all the sand traps, bunkers, and water hazards that Ross has installed on this golf course. You will also get to see some areas where there are huge mature trees and it feels like you’ve entered a different world. This is where you want to be on a golf course, surrounded by scenery that is as close as your fingers. The downside is that sometimes it’s slippery, with patches of mud that make for a horrible surface to walk on. You can also get cold if the wind is blowing harshly, especially in the winter. There are also a couple of long walks between some of the holes, which you may not feel like doing if you’re not a physical sportsperson.
Rough View
The great thing about this option is that it gives you an idea of how the course has changed over the years. When you are looking at the back nine from the northern tee, all the tees and fairways have merged together into one large green surface. This is due to the fact that there has been so much rain that the soil there has turned into one gigantic glen. It’s definitely unique to experience a golf course like this, with the greens resembling a smooth, green sea. The downside is that sometimes it’s a little bit wet, which can make the course a bit muddy for some people. The weather here can also be extreme, with hot, humid summers and fierce winters, so you must be prepared for all four seasons.
Full Sequence
The final option is to go back to earth with a landing, on the nearest available spot to give you a full 360-degree view of the course. This is the most popular route because it allows you to see exactly how the course looked upon completion, in its entirety. You will walk the entire course, starting from the southernmost tees all the way to the northernmost, finishing at the clubhouse. If you do this, then you can get a really good idea of how the course plays and what the score will be like. The downside to this option is that you need a spot to lay your backpack (to prevent any injuries in case of a fall), which is not an easy thing to find near a golf course. Walking from one end to the other can take a couple of hours, so you must have a place to rest along the way. This is also a tiring way to play as the entire course is filled with ups and downs and you need to keep your wits about you to make it interesting.
These are the different ways of playing Glennwild. It is definitely a difficult course to navigate, as there is always an option available. If you play this course often then you will get accustomed to its quirks and you will be able to play better every time. The great thing about the different approaches is that they offer you a variety of different experiences, which means you will always find something new to enjoy. This is a must-play course for anyone who is a fan of the game and wants to explore Scotland.