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ach winter, as snowbound golf nuts throughout the world frustratingly puttthe carpet ragged and knock knocked-up balls into makeshift basement

nets, fairy tale television images from the yearly AT&T Pebble Beach Pro

Am golf tournament start hackers salivating with Pavlov-like certainty, anticipat-

ing the possibility of someday descending upon this magnificent meeting of

land and sea to trundle their way around the areas golfing gems.

The very fortunate few with connections to members at pantheons like

Cypress Point, Monterey Peninsula Country Club and the more recently sculpted

Tehama and The Preserve, Gulfstream to the Peninsula to dabble in the ancient

game in these hallowed grounds. Even the very privileged must surely breathe

a little more hyperactively standing on the first tee box at Cypress, where

legendary golfer Bobby Jones was so inspired by golf course architect Alister

MacKenzie as to commission him to build Augusta Nationala little place where

he envisioned, someday, inviting the greatest players for a special tournament.The Monterey Peninsula is where the golf-smitten dream of playing. Here

is where they flock, to the area perennially placed at permanent number one

among golfing destinations by all the major and minor golf publications, as well

as all important golf personalities throughout the world.

The Peninsula is blessed with an almost magical geographical beauty. Its

weather, moderate with dashes of fog, wind, cold and rain, sometimes reflects

golfing conditions found in the games homeland, Scotland. Occasional pierc-

ing horizontal rain driven by 30mph gusts of near-frigid wind along the Pacifics

mighty shores does more to foster nobility in a golf purist than ultra-comfortable

warm-weather resort-style golf found throughout much of the American golfing

landscape. Yet, during the temperate summer and fall months, shirtsleeves are

more the rule, but not without the ever-present joy of a touch of the old wind

after all, as the Scots are wont to say: If theres nay wind, theres nay golf.Fortunately for all, the Peninsula offers folks of all means, skill level and incli-

nation unique and wonderful tests of their golfing mettle. The highly skilled may

match their games against Spyglass Hill, Poppy Hills and the newly renovated

powerhouses Bayonet and Blackhorse. Looking for a straightforward, honest

test of golf without getting beat up? Old Del Monte, oldest course west of the

Mississippi, awaits, along with the dual courses at Rancho Caada. Want a

taste of Pebble Beach ocean-links style without the price tag? Pacific Grove Golf

Links, designed by Jack Neville, who also designed Pebble Beach, boasts a back

nine along dunes and ocean with views that will leave you breathless.

Tracks like Quail Lodge, Carmel Valley Ranch and Laguna Seca are all fun,

fair and frisky tests for your golf game. The Links at Spanish Bay offers target

golf combined with oceanside-links style and million-dollar panoramas, plus a

great nineteenth hole in Sticks, its sports-themed restaurant and bar overlook-ing the first fairway.

Oh yes, theres also that other little 18-hole wonder, the incomparable Pebble

Beach. Sure the greens fees are high, but what price is fair for golfing nirvana?

What is the true value of walking along the pathways blazed by Hogan, Snead,

Watson, Nicklaus, Palmer and Woods, not to mention Jack Lemon, Bob Hope,

Bing Crosby and enough major and minor celebrities to start your own studio?

Its telling that most serious golfers, were they left with but one more round

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public coursesThe Monterey Peninsula is synonymous with world-

class golfing, but you dont have to be a pro or

obsessed with your handicap to enjoy the areas

superb golf links. There are numerous courses to

choose from that are well-suited to all levels of play.

BayoneT andBlack horse

Set amid the fragrant chaparral of old Fort

Ord, these two courses offer challenges for all

skill levels. Bayonet, a PGA tour qualification

course whose front nine just received a gor-

geous remodel, is the tougher of the two, with

tight doglegs and tricky elevated greens. Black

Horse offers more scenic views and is gener-

ally more open, with live oaks surrounding the

fairways instead of those daunting Cypress

trees. Bayonet: 7094 yards, slope 139. Black

Horse: 7009 yards, slope 135. Designed by

Gen. Glen McClure and Robert Trent Jones,

Jr. Restaurant, driving range. 1 McClure Way,

Seaside, 899-7271.

del MonTe Golf courseThe Peninsula is home to a rich golfing

tradition, and this is where it all started back

in 1897. Old Del Monte may also have been

the first in the world to feature green fairways

year-round. A pretty course, and more forgiving

than most. 6365 yards, slope 127. Designed by

Charles Maud. Full-service restaurant and bar.

1300 Sylvan Rd., Monterey, 373-2700.

laGuna secaGolf ranch

A challenging course noted for its majestic

oaks, numerous bunkers and elevated tees. Its

generous inland microclimate inspires locals

to call it The Sunshine Course. Robert Trent

Jones Jr. and Sr. teamed up to design Laguna

Seca. 6157 yards, slope 127. Restaurant (break-

fast and lunch), natural grass practice facility.

10520 York Rd., off Highway 68, Monterey,373-3701.

links aT spanish BayNestled among impressive sand dunes near

Asilomar State Beach, the Links are patterned

after an authentic Scottish course. You can

almost hear the bagpipes, says golf great

Tom Watson, who helped design the course.

Patches of endangered dunes vegetation have

been carefully nurtured and are off limits.

Local rules allow for a free drop for any ball hit

into them. The northwest coastal winds can

play havoc with your drives, and watch out for

that treacherous ice plant. 6821 yards, slope

146. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Tom

Watson, and Frank Sandy Tatum. Full-service

restaurant. 2700 17-Mile Dr., Pebble Beach,647-7495.

MonTerey pinesGolf course

Located next to the Monterey County

Fairgrounds, the Monterey Pines features nar-

row fairways, an abundance of trees, four small

lakes and affordable greens fees. Locals refer

to this one-time military course simply as the

Navy Course. Great for beginners, and afford

able too. 5629 yards, slope 114. Driving range

Garden Road and Fairgrounds Road, Monterey

656-2167.

pacific Grove Golflinks

Local golf patriarch Sam Morse sold thi

spectacular hunk of real estate for close t

nothing, strongly suggesting they develop a go

course on it. Pacific Grove followed Morse

advice, and the result is a great public course

the Poor Mans Pebble Beachand the bes

bargain on the Peninsula. 5553 yards, slop

117. Full-service restaurant, driving range. 77

Asilomar, Pacific Grove. 648-5775.

peBBle BeachGolf links

This legendary golf course is one of th

most scenic and demanding in the world an

was recently ranked the best public course in

the US by Golf Digest. Pebble Beach is expen

sive, and it plays slow because every golfe

seems to look over every shot twice, but it

well worth the time and money. Site of 1972

82, 92, 2000 and 10 US Opens. 6828 yards

slope 144. Designed by Jack Neville. Ful

service restaurant, driving range. 17-Mile Dr

Pebble Beach. 624-3811 or 622-8723.

peTer hay par-3Golf course

Tune-up your short game on this charmin

nine-hole near the Pebble Beach Lodge. Grea

for beginners and golfers on a budgetfor a


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all-day fee of $20 ($5 for golfers age 13-17you can tell your friends you played PebblBeach! Its a walk-on course, so call ahead tmake sure a clinic isnt in progress. 17-Mile DrPebble Beach. 622-8723.

POPPY HILLSGOLF COURSE

Though not as well known as its glittering Pebble Beach neighbors, this hiddegem is located deep in the heart of the DeMonte Forest and is the home of the NorthernCalifornia Golf Association. Its a long course that places a premium on accuracy. Despitits distinct lack of sand dunes and oceanviews, Poppy Hills is a world-class course thais well worth a visit. 6833 yards, slope 144

Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Practicrange, bar and grill. 3200 Lopez, Pebble Beach622-8239.

RANCHO CAADAGOLF CLUB

Rancho Caada is set among rolling hilland majestic oaks of pastoral Carmel ValleyIn the summer, the fog line creeps up andsometimes over the courses, but can give wa to some of the Peninsulas sunniest weatheproviding a great setting for two narrow but dramatic courses. Be careful not to hook a drive

into the nearby Carmel River. West Course

6357 yards, slope 125. East Course, 6125yards, slope 122. Designed by Robert DeaPutnam. Driving range, putting and chippingreens, restaurant. 4860 Carmel Valley RdCarmel. 624-0111 or (800) 536-9459.

SALINAS FAIRWAYSGOLF COURSE

This mostly level course is well-maintaineand features lots of trees, and reaching paisnt out of reach at the Salinas Fairways du

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to its large and fair greens. If you happen to be

flying into Salinas, this course is located right

next to the municipal airport. 6479 yards, slope

115. Snack bar, driving range. Salinas Airport,

45 Skyway, Salinas. 758-7300.

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GoLf CoUrseThe toughest course on the Peninsula and

arguably one of the most difficult on the planet,

this challenging course humbles even the best

golfers. Yet they keep coming back for more,

if only for the breathtaking views. 6938 yards,

slope 147. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.

Restaurant, driving range. Spyglass Hill and

Stevenson, Pebble Beach. 625-8563.

oCeans 18 BLaCK LIGhTMInIaTUre GoLf

OK, so its not what most people have in

mind when they think of a public course. But

this fanciful, nautical-themed miniature golf

course is perfect for a rainy day. That hole with

the fluorescent orange octopus looks pretty

tough. American Tin Cannery, 125 Ocean Dr.,Pacific Grove. 643-9215.

semi-private courses

CarMeL VaLLey ranChA newly renovated course that meanders

along the Carmel River and climbs through for-

ested elevation changes, offering stunning pan-

oramas, fog-free weather andglimpses of local wildlife. Carts

required (youll see why). 6117

yards, slope unrated. Designed

by Pete Dye. Open to members

of any private club. Full-service

restaurant, driving range. 1

Old Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel,

626-2510.

QUaIL LoDGeGoLf CoUrse

This course wanders along

the lush banks of the Carmel

River, where fast greens, fog-

free summer weather, sunny

meadows, and numerous lakes

combine to create an alluringgolf setting. Its a pretty course,

with hawks flying overhead and

great Carmel Valley vistas. The

course isnt as difficult as others

on the Peninsula, but watch out

for the water hazards. Driving

range. 8000 Valley Greens,

Carmel Valley. 624-2888, (888)

828-8787.

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DeL rey oaKs GoLfCenTer

Located just a few blocks from the Weeklys

offices, this is the place where our staff goes tofine-tune our driving skills or simply blow off a

little deadline-induced steam. 899 Rosita Rd.,

Del Rey Oaks, 394-8660.

golf stuffThe golf courses listed above have their own pro

shops that carry equipment, accessories and apparel.

Listed below are a few local businesses that cater to

the golfing community, including discount golf stores

and custom club designers.Golf Mart

2040 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, 583-1000

Nevada Bobs Pro Shop

399 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, 372-5516Northern California Golf Association

Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach,

625-4653

Outdoor World

2222 N. Fremont St., Monterey, 373-3615

Riley Golf

601 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, 373-8855

Village Golf Shop

Ocean near Lincoln, Carmel, 624-5080

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spasTheres only so much a box of bath salts

can do to relieve stress. When life gets to

be a bit tough to handle, a full-service spa

is just the thing to polish and pamper you

back into a state of well-being.

aQUaBLUeLocated in charming Oldtown

Salinas, Aquablue offers a stylish

environment and results-oriented

therapies. Theres something to

it - Aquablues Frank Savino has

been voted Monterey Countys Best

Message Therapist two years in a row

now. The spa also provides a serenerelaxation room and a dry-heat sauna.

229 Main St., Salinas. 422-2500.

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The name is deceptive-- The Art of

Massage offers patrons much more

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downs and body treatments. This spa services

the entire body and spirit with such confi-

dence that it offers a guarantee of satisfaction.

498 Foam St., Monterey. 375-3299.

enerGIa BoDy CenTreAt Energia youll have the opportunity to

work up a sweat and then relax away the sore-

ness. Besides its full weight room and personal

training program, Energia offers complete spa

services, from massages to body wraps. 760

Del Monte Center, Monterey. 642-0222.

esCaPe Day sPaA delightful spa experience awaits inside

the Marriott Hotel. Escape Day Spa offers

customers a wide variety of ways to relax, from

ayurvedic facials to symphony massages. At

the Monterey Marriott, 350 Calle Principal,

Monterey. 646-2010.

GarDen sPa TreaTMenTsLocated in Carmels historic La Playa Hotel,

Garden Spa provides exceptional personal care

in a serene setting. The spa specializes inmassage, facials, and reflexology, a technique

based on the ancient knowledge of energy

meridians that link the feet to the rest of the

body. La Playa Hotel, Camino Real and Eighth,

Carmel. 277-3279.

GGs sPa anD saLonThis new addition offers facials, massage,

pedicures, manicures, waxing and hair styling in

an atmosphere designed to ensure relaxation

397 Calle Principal, Monterey. 372-0888.

harMony Day sPaOffers a variety of quality services, including

facials, waxing, makeovers and massage. It

specialty, the Bit of Both, entails a facial, foo

and hand treatment, and a back and shoulde

massage. Reservations available for privatparties. 19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valle

Village. 659-9999.

MonTerey PLaZahoTeL & sPa

Located on Cannery Row and offering a gor

geous view of the coast, this is an unforgettabl

place to unwind. Everything from the grape

seed tea bath to the sports massage can be

tailored to individuals or couples preferences

400 Cannery Row, Monterey. 646-1701.

PaCIfIC Day sPaJust blocks from the beach, the Pacific Da

Spa offers treatments ranging from massag

to facials to body wraps. Patrons cant he

but leave soothed and refreshed. 197 17th StPacific Grove. 333-1103.

sPa on The PLaZaThis gem at the end of historic Alvarad

Street offers a wide range of services, from

a full fitness center complete with persona

trainer program to a variety of soothing ma

sage techniques. 201 Alvarado St., Monterey

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A local favorite, Soleil treats every customer

like royalty, offering skin care, waxing and hair

care fit for a queen. After the beautification, a

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SYNERGY DAY SPAWith advanced aesthetics in a tranquil

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Located in the heart of Del Monte Forest,

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