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Improve your game at NE MN championship courses

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on May 26, 2009
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Looking to improve your golf game?
Both Giants Ridge® & The Wilderness at Fortune Bay are offering fantastic golf clinics for golfers of all abilities throughout the season.  Here are the details…

LADIES NIGHT at Giants Ridge
One-hour clinics held every Wednesday at 5 p.m., featuring putting, chipping, pitching, full-swing irons and full-swing woods followed by nine holes of golf. Drink, food, and merchandise discount coupons will be included. Please call the golf shop for availability and registration.  Reservations required.  Please call 218-865-3001 or e-mail.

Wilderness Golf Clinic
Clinic is open to all golfers and skill levels
Clinic starts Tuesday, June 9th and runs every other week.
Cost is $30.00 per weekly clinic and includes one hour of instruction and golf available afterward.

Ladies Golf Clinic
Clinic is available to all women golfers and skill levels
Clinic is designed specifically for the female golfer in a fun, relaxing, social environment
Clinic starts Wednesday, June 3rd and runs each week throughout the summer.
Cost is $30.00 per weekly clinic and includes one hour of instruction, golf available afterward.

Each clinic will focus on a specific area of the game from putting, bunker play, to the full swing and course management.  Clinics will be conducted by PGA Head Golf Professional, Ryan Peterson, and with over 10 years experience teaching a wide variety of skill levels and ages you are sure to improve your game and most importantly have fun.

Individual and group instruction also available. For more info. or to sign up please call 218-753-8917

SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, June 26th - Couples Night Out

Iron Range Golf Course Directory

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on May 21, 2009
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Headed to the Iron Range for Memorial Day weekend? Don’t forget to grab your clubs! For any of you who may be on your way “north”, I thought I’d put together a list of the courses in the area, along with phone numbers, links, etc.

Be sure to call ‘em up now and check tee time availability for the long weekend!
Eveleth Municipal Golf Course
218-744-7558

Hibbing Municipal Golf Course
218-263-4720

Hoyt Lakes Golf Course
218-225-2841

Mesaba Country Club
218-262-2851

The Legend at Giants Ridge
800-688-7669

The Quarry at Giants Ridge
800-688-7669

Virginia Golf Course
218-748-7530

Wolfridge Golf Course
877-666-0218

The Wilderness at Fortune Bay
800-992-4680

Don’t forget your clubs!

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Jeff
on May 5, 2009
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If you’re headed to the Iron Range (or nearby vicinity) for fishing opener, don’t forget your clubs! A handful of Iron Range courses have terrific spring specials.

The Legend at Giants Ridge opens tomorrow, Wednesday, May 6.  In fact, here’s one heck of a sweet spring special at Giants Ridge.  Play 18 holes at The Quarry and/or The Legend for ONLY $52 (per round, plus tax) or 36 holes for ONLY $90 (plus tax).  Price includes green fee, golf car and range balls, through Sunday, May 10.

The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is offering a Play & Stay special which includes: one night and one round of golf for only $78.75 per player through May 14th (based on double occupancy; must mention this promotion when booking).

Other local municipal courses are open as well. Visit the Eveleth Municipal golf course, Virginia, Hibbing Municipal, Mesaba Country Club and Wolfridge for fabulous pre-season golf specials.

Still working on “The Greatest Holes of Iron Range Golf.”  Yeah, it’s gonna be that good!

Iron Range courses open for play! Unbelievable golf at a believable price!

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on April 29, 2009
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Golf courses on the Iron Range are FINALLY opening up! In fact, I played at Virginia yesterday.

So far, courses in Eveleth and Virginia are open.

The Wilderness at Fortune Bay opens on Friday, May 1.   Check out this great Spring Play & Stay special at The Wilderness.

The Quarry at Giants Ridge opens Sunday, May 3. There’s one heck of a special for those who play May 3-6 & another discount offer for those who choose to register for the Troon Rewards program. The opening date of The Legend at Giants Ridge is still to be determined.  They’re hoping to open it as soon a possible, but no “set-in-stone” date quite yet.

Wolfridge golf course, north of Virginia is expected to open Friday, May 1, as well.

Be sure to check back for my take on “The Greatest Holes of Golf on the Iron Range.”  I’m working on the project now and hope to have it out within the next couple of weeks!

Call me goofy, but I love golf!

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Jeff
on March 17, 2009
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On the Iron Range, we get TONS of snow every year. Don’t get me wrong, it makes for some great skiing at places like Giants Ridge, as well as for sledheads out there who like to travel on more than 2,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails right here in the northland.  But, with temps in the 40s and 50s over the course of the past week, I (along with nearly everyone here) am ready for Spring!

With the help of some friends at the Iron Range Tourism Bureau, I’ve managed to put together a little video explaining how I can get out on the golf courses on the Iron Range soon.  Check it out and share it with your friends.  Better yet, throw some Iron Range “golf snow” at your friends and family and help us get rid of the snow so we can start playing golf!  If anyone else has a better idea, send me a note and let me know!

And, don’t forget to register for the FREE Golf Getaway!

My favorite reasons why the Iron Range is a recession-proof golf getaway

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Jeff
on February 27, 2009
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It’s been a while since I’ve had some time to sit down and blog.

Even though I work at Giants Ridge and we still have A LOT of snow (the slopes and trails are in fine shape, I might add),  in all honesty, I’m so ready for spring and summer!  I cannot get the thought of a beautiful spring or summer day out of my head.  I long to be on the links soon!

With that in mind (and in light of the current economic crisis facing this great nation), I came up with some undeniable reasons why the Iron Range is the perfect location for your golf getaway this summer.  Rather than heading to the trendy, upscale courses down south (and having to pay out your nose), save your money now for an unforgettable (not to mention, affordable) golf vacation here in northeastern Minnesota.  Trust me, the Iron Range has THE best deals in golf.

Less travel time = more play time!
The Iron Range is a short three hour drive from the Mpls/St. Paul metro area.   Four-lane highway leads to the Iron Range, making travel time minimal and more time for golf.

Numerous, accessible courses
One could fill an entire week with golf alone, here on the Iron Range.  From world-class championship courses like The Legend and The Quarry at Giants Ridge and The Wilderness at Fortune Bay to pristine municipal courses, the Iron Range is one of Minnesota’s hottest places to play golf.   (Plus, each of the courses are within driving distance of each other, making the Iron Range a convenient golf getaway.)

More golf for your dollar
Though the Iron Range is home to some of the most extraordinary golf in the state (heck, even the United States), that doesn’t mean the green fees are far-fetched, too.  Here, you’ll find the absolute best deals in golf.  Take advantage of pre and post-season specials offered at several Iron Range golf courses.  No matter what time of season you choose to play, you’ll get more golf for your money here.

Abundant, affordable lodging
With dozens of comfortable and convenient accommodations to choose from, many of the lodging properties across the Iron Range offer Play & Stay packages for golfers (and other specials) throughout the season.  Several also provide direct access to the courses found here.

Recreation options galore
If you’re looking for something to do after a day on the links, you’ve found the perfect destination. Guests have enjoyed the scenic beauty and outdoor recreation activities on the Iron Range for years.  From fishing and hunting to canoeing, kayaking, hiking or biking, it’s all right here.

Leave your worries behind
Once you’re here, your worries disappear. Many who have vacationed here on the Iron Range say that it’s a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of the everyday world.  Prepare to kick back, relax and enjoy the scenic beauty and splendor of the Iron Range.  You’ll hear the sounds of rushing streams, the call of loons and wildlife (as opposed to traffic) and the only worry you’ll have is where you’re going to play your next round.

Free Golf
And, the #1 reason the Iron Range makes a recession proof golf getaway…..you can register to win a golf getaway at Giants Ridge here, complete with four rounds of golf and a two night stay at The Lodge at Giants Ridge.  It doesn’t get much more recession-proof than that!

Iron Range Golf Giveaway!

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Jeff
on February 24, 2009
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So, I’ll let the cat outta the hat a little early, here’s the giveaway I’m talking about.

Register for your FREE Iron Range Golf Getaway!

The lucky winner receives four (4) rounds of golf from Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort and a two (2) night’s stay at the Lodge at Giants Ridge.  Drawing will be held Friday, May 1, 2009.

Be sure to tell your friends and family!

Here’s a link to a video I made with some of my friends which will show you why the Iron Range is MY FAVORITE GOLF GETAWAY.

FREE GOLF GETAWAY GIVEAWAY

Here’s the link to register to win a FREE Golf Getaway on the Iron Range.

Iron Range Courses Opening

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Jeff
on April 30, 2008
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Good news - FINALLY!  The weather here on the Iron Range appears to be stabilizing and warming…maybe spring IS actually on the horizon???

Most courses in the area are still evaluating course conditions (to set an opening date) on a day-to-day basis, word on the street is that a couple of the golf courses on the Iron Range have already opened!

Eveleth Municipal golf course, located just south of Eveleth on Hwy 53 has opened for the 2008 season. Nestled in a grove of towering pine and maple trees, Eveleth Municipal Golf Course borders St. Mary’s Lake and proves that bigger isn’t necessarily always better. This course’s nine challenging holes are enjoyed by seasoned golfers and beginners alike. Rolling hills, the number five tee-off over the lake, and several other tricky features make this course fun and one of the best values in the state.

Wolfridge Golf Course, located between Virginia and the Lake Vermilion/Cook area, is a challenging, scenic and serene golf course with a tradition of excellence. It’s a golfer’s dream - with stunning panoramic views highlighted by inviting, meticulously groomed fairways and immaculate bent grass greens and wildlife galore. The most unique feature of Wolfridge is that it’s a reversible course that brings a new challenge to golfers daily!

The region’s championship courses - The Legend and The Quarry at Giants Ridge and The Wilderness at Fortune Bay have their tentative opening dates on each of their respective web sites.

Be sure to check back for more info as the other courses continue to open their greens to the 2008 golf season.

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