At this time of the year Chicago area golfers are already noticing the changing of the seasons; the number of daylight hours has lessened and possibly one or more rounds have already been played with an extra layer of clothing. All of which points to the fact that winter, unfortunately, lies ahead. Thus, with extra […]
Orchard Valley Golf Course
Designed by Ken Kavanaugh and owned by the Fox Valley Park District, Orchard Valley Golf Course in Aurora is among the top tier of golf courses in the western suburbs of Chicago. Played from the tips, the par 72 Orchard Valley Golf Course can reach nearly 6,800 yards and offers a host of challenges for […]
Drive Shack Planning Chicago Location in Bucktown
The fast growing golf entertainment business may finally be reaching the City of Chicago with the recent announcement of a planned Drive Shack location along the Chicago River in Bucktown. Similar to Topgolf, Drive Shack is a golf-focused entertainment venue with an augmented reality driving range, event space, chef-inspired food, craft cocktails and more. According […]
Hilldale Golf Club in Hoffman Estates
Built in 1970, Hilldale Golf Club is located in the northwest suburbs and is known for its challenging layout and highly respected greens. The course is located on a terrific piece of land in Hoffman Estates which was once used by Marshall Field as a hunt club. Hilldale Golf Club is the only 18-hole course […]
Where to Play Golf in Naperville
In late 1920, a small group of local golfers met to discuss the idea of establishing a golf course in Naperville. The group placed an ad in the Naperville Clarion inviting all interested golfers to attend a meeting at City Hall to gauge support. The meeting was a success and several committees were formed to […]