Page 4 - The Golf Guide, Summer 2017

Opening Shot

Golf Groupies

Probably some of my most pleasurable
days in this business crop up when
I go out and meet with some of the
many golf groups that travel with
Golf Guide Golf Getaways. As one
who has engaged in many golf buddy
adventures myself, it gives me the
chance to interact with golfers and
pick their brains a little to learn about
their experiences. Golfers travel from
as far away as England to our area, and
I’m fortunate to have run into many
interesting people who I’m glad to say that after some years I can now call friends.
These friends include the brother of former Miami Dolphin QB and VT standout
Don Strock as well as the optometrist in Baltimore who helps ESPN Draft Guru Mel
Kiper see better. Former NBA player Barney Cable, all 6'8" of him, also enjoys golf
trips that we arrange for him on an annual basis. He just requires extra long golf
carts! Most of the time I try to meet them before a round to avoid altered moods
should they score poorly on the links. I also like to hook up with them at a local
establishment like the Eagles or Moose Club or a popular brew pub/sports bar.
On rare occasions I can direct them to some
leisurely activities other than golf to occupy their
time. This year, I was able to arrange a trip to
Camden Yards in Baltimore for one of my groups
from Canada. We took in the O’s game, went to
Pickles Pub, and the guys had a great time. Being
a season ticket holder to Oriole’s games allows me
to get discounts on single game tickets. So, if your
buddy trip would like to add a game there, we can
do it.
The courses themselves chiefly draw golfers to
this region. The Shenandoah Valley provides
unsurpassed beauty and value. Frederick and other
areas of the Free State feature some of the best
golf Maryland offers. We focus on Gettysburg,
Pennsylvania, which is rich in history and quality golf. If you like to partake in a
wager or two, we can get you close to the ponies and the casino in Charles Town,
West Virginia (see page 44). This year we are pleased to add Williamsburg, Virginia,
to our menu.
Fall and spring are the best times to travel, so get your buddies together and let us
do the rest. Being a groupie does not have to be such a bad thing.

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