Transcript Getaway Gang Golf Outing to: Palm Springs, CA Hello Getaway Gang, Due to popular demand and our first ever golf group vote, it has.

Getaway Gang
Golf Outing to:
Palm Springs, CA
Hello Getaway Gang,
Due to popular demand and our first ever golf group vote, it has been decided the Getaway Gang
will be returning to Palm Springs, CA. So, we’re going back to Palm Springs for a third year to
celebrate our 8th annual golf outing. On our last trip we played two outstanding courses which will
be tough to rival again. But what the heck, lets give it a try. There are a lot of courses to choose
from in Palm Springs and I believe the two selected will be very enjoyable. Both have been rated
4½ stars by Golf Digest. First on the agenda is the Golf Club at Terra Lago – North Course. Terra
Lago was the host of the PGA Skins Game from 1999-2002 and has two immaculate courses. I
assumed our group would like to play the tougher of the two, so we will. Second up is the
meticulous Indian Canyon Club Golf Resort, Indian Canyon also has two championship golf courses
and the most demanding of the two is the South Course…which we will be playing.
Golf Date:
Place:
First Tee Time:
Sunday – April (TBD)
Terra Lago Golf Resort
North Course
10:00 AM
Monday – April (TBD)
Indian Canyon Golf Resort
South Course
10:00 AM
The Golf Club at Terra Lago (formerly the Landmark Golf Club) is a spectacular 36-hole, desert oasis
featuring two challenging and picturesque, championship golf courses set amid hundreds of acres of
natural terrain. Created for professional golf events by the vision of PGA TOUR professionals to
promote the spirit and competition of the game of golf, the Golf Club at Terra Lago is situated in the
foothills of the lndio Hills. The design of the courses melds the traditions of golf with the power of
the land through a variety of landforms, steep slopes, three refreshing lakes, different soil types,
rolling sand dunes and natural desert vegetation. Challenging holes of all four nines zigzag across
the banks of Southern California's innovative All-American Canal for over a mile and climb to the
heights of the earthen-berm dike at the northern boundary. From dramatic elevated tees to
undulating greens, the breathtaking panoramic views span from San Gorgonio Mountain to the
Chocolate Mountains and are accentuated by wildly beautiful topography changes from east to west
and north to south.
Surrounded on three sides by breathtaking, colorful, natural mountain vistas, sheltered from the
wind and nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains lies the jewel of the desert, Indian
Canyons Golf Resort. This 36 hole resort is uniquely positioned to offer you an unrivaled golf
experience in the Greater Palm Springs area. The North Course is a par 72, 6,943 yard course that
was designed by well known architect, William P. Bell and is heavily steeped in tradition. This
classically designed course meanders through Palm Springs’ stylish “Canyon” region which boasts a
wide array of authentic mid-century modern homes and stunning mountain views. The course is
brought to life by thousands of palm, olive and other native trees. The course has six challenging
water hazards the largest which is located between the 9th and 18th holes and hosts the course’s
visual centerpiece, the historic Walt Disney fountain which shoots water jets over 100 feet high.
Here is the plan. As was the case the two previous years, Saturday most likely will be utilized as a
travel day. The first day of golf has been scheduled for the Terra Lago Golf Club- North course on
Sunday, with our second day of golf taking place at Indian Canyon – South Course on Monday.
Finally, Tuesday is an optional day of leisure or a departure day if you so choose. If you stick
around for an extra day of fun, your return day will be Wednesday.
A good choice I made in the past was staying at the Agua Caliente Casino & Resort. Great pool area,
nice casino and fantastic rooms. The rooms were posh and the bathrooms…wow. Sunken tubs and
large glass showers with a HD flat screen television in view from both. Room reservations will be up to
you. Some of our participants like to use their preferred hotel chains and that is fine. Hilton and
Marriott Hotels are in the area. Posh/lush resorts as well as inexpensive hotels can easily be found.
So, It will be up to each attendee to select and book their own lodging. I have included a list of some
of those hotels and their approximate cost per night. Don’t wait too long though. Make your
reservations early and guarantee your spot.
Last year’s trip was a good turn out. But, after the word gets passed along on just how nice the
courses were, I expect an even better showing this year…and for your added golfing pleasure, we will
be playing “Closest to the Pin” on all par 3’s both days. Winners will receive a $25 Pro shop gift
certificate. Additionally, the group will be playing the always popular, “Orange Ball” tournament on
Monday, with each member of the winning foursome receiving a $25 Pro shop gift certificate. Lots of
chances to win this year! So, don’t miss your opportunity to attend the annual outing. Once again, we
will play some great courses, have memorable social activities and consume plenty of man sodas at
each of the two 19th holes. Mark your calendars and make plans to join us!
A Dinner Social has bee set up for Sunday evening (post the first day of Golf).
The Dinner will be held at “Fleming’s Steakhouse”
If you have any questions, feel free to inquire,
Lad Meairs
Email: [email protected] (home) or [email protected] (work)
Phones:
(925) 978-0170 (home)
(925) 829-8615 ext 330 (work)
(925) 813-2465 (cell)
We have a new option this year for paying! If you have a PayPal account, you send funds directly to
my account. See the “Links” page (bottom right corner) on the Getaway Gang Website
…or you can still pay via a check.
Lad Meairs
1254 Mokelumne Court
Antioch, CA 94531
Indian Canyon Golf
http://getawaygang.yolasite.com/links.php
Mail checks to:
Golf Club at Terra Lago
84-000 Terra Lago Parkway
Indio, CA 92203
Phone: (760) 775-2000
Resort
1097 East Murray Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Phone: (760) 833-8700
Terms of Agreement: To get the group tee times and discounted rate of $210 total, per person, for both courses, I had to sign a
contract for a minimum of 16 golfers at both golf courses with a $500 non-refundable deposit (each course). Please make up your
mind by late February. I have to pay in full, 30 days prior to our scheduled dates (money due NLT March 5, 2013). I need your
official commitment and green fees by that date. If you need to wait and settle up in April, I can carry it on my credit card, but you
will need to honor your commitment.
Website:
http://golfclub-terralago.com/
Place: Golf Club at Terra Lago
Date: Sunday – April (TBD)
Course: The North Course
Location: Indio, California
Tee Time: 10:00 AM (first group)
Price $90.00
Terra Lago, host to the Skins Game from 1999 through 2003, is a scenic 36-hole facility created by SchmidtCurley Design and Landmark Golf Co. in natural desert vegetation at the foot of the Chocolate Mountains at the
northern end of the Coachella Valley. "We feel we have two magnificent golf courses. The North has probably
received a bit more recognition. The North flows a little better and has the spectacular water holes on the back
nine. " said Jeff Walser, General Manager and Director of Golf at Landmark.
The North Course measures 7,123 yards from the tournament tees and plays to a slope of 135, but is very
playable from any of the four sets of tees. There are some dramatic elevation chances, starting with "Uphill
Battle," the 379-yard first hole. "Moonscape," No. 2, a 473-yard uphill par four, is a bit like playing in a crater. The
363-yard third hole, "Postage Stamp," is the first of several risk-reward holes. The drive from a tee high above the
fairway gives the golfer an opportunity to go for the relatively small green, which is guarded by a huge trap on the
left and a small one on the right. After "Intimidation," the 211-yard par three fourth hole, there are consecutive par
fives that measure 576 yards from the tips. The names tell the story: No. 5 is "Eternity" and No. 6 is "The Alley."
There is another severe drop in elevation on the 156-yard seventh hole, "Peek-A-Boo," and the front side ends
with "The Brute, No. 9 is all you can handle," Walser said. But the fun is only beginning. The back side of the
North Course clearly is the highlight "Every hole on the back nine is spectacular," Walser said. No. 11, "Roller
Coaster," is a gorgeous 431-yard par four, with the tee shot through a chute of trees and the approach to a green
that has a grove of palm trees as a backdrop. The 13th hole, "No Way Out," is rated most difficult of the back side.
It measures 232 yards up a hill into a prevailing wind. Then comes the grand finale. "Holes 14 through 18 are as
good as it gets," Walser claimed. The lake is in play down the right side from the time you hit the tee on the 334yard par four 14th, "Go For It." The second shot is even more intimidating to a green guarded by three traps and
the lake on both sides and behind. "Got Balls?", is the 183-yard 15th, the signature hole. The green is an island in
the middle of the lake, measuring 50 yards from front to back with traps left and right. The finishing hole,
"Knockout," is 563 yards with the lake in play down the left side. "There's plenty of risk/reward on 18," Walser
said. "You can make a birdie or you can make a big number. It's a classic finishing hole."
Website:
http://www.indiancanyonsgolf.com/
Place: Indian Canyon Golf Resort
Date: Monday – April (TBD)
Course: The South Course
Location: Palm Desert, California
Tee Time: 10:00 AM (first group)
Price $120.00
The South Course of Indian Canyons Golf Club in Palm Springs is a par 71- 6,600 yard design of
creative and environmentally-sound designer Casey O'Callaghan. Moving tons of earth and
adding four lakes and a soaring fountain, Mr. O'Callaghan turned a piece of relatively flat land in
a destination golf property. The 18-hole championship course and 12,000 square foot clubhouse
are located on the south end of Palm Springs and Murray Canyon Drive. On property is a modern
clubhouse facility with pro shop and restaurant/lounge with outdoor patio featuring panoramic
course and mountain views. There also is a grass range and practice green and the golf carts
have ball and club washers plus ice chests. The yardage marking system includes sprinkler heads
and 100, 150 and 200 yard markers on the fairways, and color coded flags to indicate front,
middle and back pin placements on the large, mildly sloped putting surfaces. Five sets of tees
provide golfers with opportunities to play from yardages and slopes measuring 6580 yards/118
slope, 6305 yards/115 slope, 6009 yards 112 slope for men and 131 for women, 5532 yards/108
slope for men and 126 for women, and 4840 yards with a slope of 116 from the forward tees. As
the slope ratings indicate, this is a very player friendly layout, with enough beauty and challenge
that golfers of all abilities can experience an enjoyable round. There are over 60 sand bunkers
lining the fairways and situated greenside, and water comes into play on six holes. On our late
June visit, the sculpted tee boxes and fairways were wonderfully groomed and the greens rolled
fast and true. The main attraction, besides the wonderful conditioning, involves the incredible
mountain views as this course is closely situated beside the San Jancinto range, with many hole
designs providing panoramic vistas of the spectacular desert mountains. Also unique and
appealing to the eye are the plentiful and majestic fan palms that line the fairways and help to
create postcard perfect backdrops on many holes. Desert Mountains, mature native palms,
glistening ponds - this course is gorgeous to look at and extremely fun to play. With mountains
on nearly all sides, wind is less a factor here than is the case on many area courses.
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Agua Caliente Casino/Resort/Spa
32250 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(800) 854-1279
Indulge your desires at the sophisticated Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage, California. The
Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa is located just minutes from downtown Palm Springs; this spectacular 16-story
resort caters to your every whim. Behold magnificent views while you unwind in the spacious comfort of tranquil
guest rooms. Flirt with Lady Luck in the energetic Agua Caliente Casino, with table games and slots to satisfy
every player. Rated Four Stars!
The Resort Hotel: 314 Large Deluxe Guest Rooms which are 550 square feet. Each Guest Room is equipped with
a 42 inch plasma flat screen television as well as high-speed internet access (Wi-Fi), oversized desk, iron/ironing
board, in-room safe, coffee/tea and coffee maker. The bathroom features a Flat Screen LCD TV, dual vanities,
oversized sunken tub and separate large glass rain shower with rain head fixture.
The Restaurants: Challenge your palate in the sumptuous cuisine of The Steakhouse, Sage Bar & Grill and Grand
Palms Buffet restaurants. Additionally on site are the Waters Café, Poker Deli, and Java Caliente.
The Casino: Whether it is more than 1,800 of the newest and most exciting slots or whether it is poker or table
games, the action here is hot, around the clock. Come see why this casinos Vegas-style gaming is winning
awards like Best of the Best. Over 900 slot machines, plus 32 table games, including Blackjack, Baccarat, Craps,
3-Card Poker, 4-Card Poker and Pai Gow Poker
The Pool Area: Covering more than 50,000 square feet, this outdoor playground offers a swimming pool and a
jetted spa for your enjoyment. In addition, they offer two elegant executive cabanas which feature private jetted
hot tubs. Guests can also enjoy the Wet Bar, a full-service outdoor bar and grill.
The Lounge: This nightclub offers an electric mix of live music, great tribute bands and side-splitting comedy acts
in a classy, state-of-the-art venue. This sleek, sexy hot spot is the ideal place to dance, watch the big game, hang
out with friends or make new ones.
The Show: A state-of-the-art, 2,000-seat entertainment venue that promises an outstanding audio and visual
experience unlike any other.
Sunstone: The Spa at Agua Caliente - treatments include a fantastic variety of massage and skin therapies,
performed in your choice of indoor or outdoor treatment spaces. A full-service salon and state-of-the-art fitness
center complete Sunstones comprehensive offerings
Room Rates
Saturday Night – $250
Sunday Night – $150
Monday Night – $150
Corner of Bob Hope Dr. and Highway 111
Welcome to the River
It’s water that brings a desert to life. Which is why The River at Rancho Mirage is more than simply a shopping and
entertainment center. It is a destination. The River provides a park-like waterfront with an entertainment
amphitheater, live music, fountains and cascading waterfalls. The River is an unmatched environment of style and
beauty, providing a place to spend the day and enjoy the evening.
Yard House and Babe’s are located at the famous "River" in Rancho Mirage
Sunday Evening – Dinner Social – April (TBD)
71800 Highway 111
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 776-6685
http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/locations/ca/rancho-mirage
Fleming's Rancho Mirage is an ongoing celebration of exceptional food and wine,
featuring the finest prime steak and our award-winning wine list.
Join us for a drink after work and sample our list of 100 wines by the glass. Then
stay and enjoy an exceptional menu of steak and seafood, including chefrecommended selections such as our thick hand-cut Bone-in Ribeye and our meltin-your-mouth Filet Mignon.
Monday Evening – Dinner Social - April (TBD)
71800 Highway 111
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 862-9800
Look for a giant brass pig perched like a mascot in front of Babe’s Bar-B-Q Grill & Brewhouse, and you’ve arrived at the
best barbecue destination in the valley. The restaurant has a Western decor with paintings of wild horses and brass pigs
of all sizes everywhere. Relax and order a Hog Wild drink or try one of the house micro-brewed ales and lagers. The
hickory-smoked meats include baby-back ribs, chicken and tri-tip. Side orders include sweet potato fries and the special
slaw with pecans and Mandarin oranges. For alternatives there are homemade sweet corn tamales with goat cheese,
chicken or pork with cheese and smoked salmon cooked barbecue-style.
Chris Autrey & Angel Navarro getting acquainted
with Babe the pig during the 2010 outing to Palm
Springs
Here is a sampling of the Hotels in the Palm Desert / Palm Springs area (during dates in
April). This data was collected off the Travelocity site. Rate is an average for the three
nights (Saturday will obviously be more expensive, with Sunday and Monday being
cheaper)
Hotel
JW Desert Springs Marriott Resort & Spa
Renaissance Esmeralda Indian Wells
Miramonte Resort and Spa
Hyatt Grand Champions Resort & Spa
Marriott Vacation Club Villas
Embassy Suites Palm Desert
Residence Inn by Marriott Palm Desert
Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Palm Desert
Embassy Suites La Quinta
Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert
Holiday Inn Express Cathedral City
Homewood Suites La Quinta
Comfort Suites Palm Desert
Homewood Suites Palm Desert
Travelodge – Indio
Country Inn and Suites Rancho Mirage
Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs
Holiday Inn Express Palm Desert
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites
Comfort Inn Palm Springs
Best Western Palm Desert Resort
Quality Inn and Suites - Date Palm
Travelodge Cathedral City
Vagabond Inn Palm Springs
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$ 190
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$ 134
$ 110
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$ 93
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$ 70