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What with global warming having a rather dramatic on winter here in Souther Ontario, today was the first time that I’ve played golf in Ontario in early March. With some friends from Toronto Golf Nuts I went to the Burlington Springs Golf & Country Club which was the closest course that was actually open.
The weather today was fantastic for early March, well fantastic if you forget that the environment is rather out of whack. Sunny with temperatures in the high 60s or high teens depending on whether you’re metric or not. The course was a little wet from rain overnight, but in general was in decent shape.
The course itself is quite nice, for an affordable public golf club. The landing spots off the tee are generous, which makes it fun for those of us who struggle with driving accuracy. There’s a decent mix of par 3s, 4s, and 5s, with doglegs, modestly rolling hills, and water in play on just under half the holes. The greens were of modest size, although due to the early part of the year we had to play off temps.
In general it’s a fine club, with friendly staff, and relaxed atmosphere. Certainly for golf in early march, it has few competitors. However given that good weather comes so rarely this time of year, it was quite busy, so best to get a tee time in advance. Here’s a quote from their website:
For over 40 years Burlington Springs has offered the most picturesque round of golf in the area, providing a challenge to novice and experienced golfers alike. With several newly renovated greens, enlarged tees and Merion Bluegrass fairways, we offer you the best playing experience available at an affordable price.
Located 5 kilometers north of Hwy. #5 (Dundas St.) on Cedar Springs Rd, we are within easy driving distance of Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga and Toronto via the 407, 401 and QEW.
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