Feature Stories
Divine 9 Road Trip puts Carson City, Nevada golf memorably on the map
A tradition in Carson City, Nev., the Divine 9 Road Trip is a party on wheels. Participants play nine courses - such as Genoa Lakes Golf Club and Dayton Valley Golf & Country Club - two holes each, all over the course of 11 hours - plus share laughs, stories and spirits along the way.
... full article »Mark Rypien looks to shine again at the American Century Championship golf event
It might not compare to winning a Super Bowl, but former NFL quarterback Mark Rypien is pretty proud of the fact that he won the inaugural American Century Championship in 1990. Now, he just wants to contend and have a little fun in the 20th edition of the American Century Championship, golf's most popular non-PGA Tour celebrity event, held at Edgewood Tahoe July 14-19.
... full article »Hit Primm Valley and other great golf courses on the road to Las Vegas from Southern California
For golfers, the drive from Southern California to Las Vegas has always been a great trip. The three-to-five hour drive is filled with anticipation, as dreams of inspiring Las Vegas golf courses dance in their heads. But why wait for Las Vegas? Why not hit one of the golf courses on the way?
... full article »Nevada golf: Reno a top budget alternative to showy Las Vegas
When it comes to hitting the links in Nevada, golfing in Vegas ain't the only game in town, baby. That's right, Reno is another excellent low-cost golf option.
... full article »Reno the best little golf city for a three-day weekend
The self-proclaimed Biggest Little City in the World might just be the best little city to spend a long golf weekend, with some 60 courses within a 60-mile radius. Reno offers all sorts of play by night; here are three first-rate courses to play by day.
... full article »Carson City golf: Find priceless Nevada character on a budget
Carson City brings value into northern Nevada/northern California golf. There are more than a half-dozen golf courses you can get on for less than $50. Tracks that won't bore your driver or putter to tears, either. Call them budget courses with bite.
... full article »A good splash: Whitewater rafting a natural for Lake Tahoe-Reno golf trip
You can't go far without stumbling across a river in the High Sierra region that runs from Lake Tahoe to Reno, and a few of them offer world-class whitewater rafting. You can easily play a morning round at Coyote Moon Golf Course - a track that's almost as much a show-stopper as the renowned Edgewood Tahoe - and get to the Truckee in time a pre-lunch run down the Truckee River.
... full article »Golf in the Sierras draws top architects and plaudits
With the influence of some the world's greatest golf architects, the High Sierra golfing region continues to thrive, as it provides a unique experience for all golfers. Not long ago, the High Sierra was a barren region of beautiful views, pine trees and open fields of sage. The unique geography of the Reno and Lake Tahoe areas, however, helped to attract some of the best golf architects to create an unmatched selection of golf courses.
... full article »Reno, Lake Tahoe areas present diverse, scenic golf
If the Reno and Lake Tahoe areas have an inferiority complex and feel left in the shadows as a golfing location by their bigger neighbor to the South -- Las Vegas -- it certainly isn't easy to recognize. With diverse weather and golf courses designed by some of the biggest names in golf design, this is an area is one that has carved its own niche into the nearby High Sierra mountains.
... full article »Life, traffic slows down on Gold Country golf outing
Anyone who has ever driven the back roads of the Golden State discover something quickly - Interstate 5 might be a breeze, but get off on a scenic byway like Highway 49 and you better not be in a hurry.
... full article »New golf course, residential project near Sacramento gets the green light
Mix history with your golf in Carson City
Golf, resorts, gambling making Reno a destination
North Tahoe: Golfing is as good as the views
South Tahoe: A little golf, a lot of fun
Chris Riley Comes Up Aces at Reno-Tahoe Open
Sports Express Provides Solution to the Traveling Golf Clubs
Reno-Lake Tahoe: Spectacular, Diverse Golf
On The Road To Lake Tahoe-Reno: Quality, Diversified Golf Might Be Best In The West
On The Road To Lake Tahoe-Reno: Quality, Diversified Golf Might Be Best In The West
There's No Gamble In Reno's Golf Buffet
