Golf Hawaii 2008

Francis H. I‘i Brown North Course Tee Championship Tournament Middle Forward Rating/Slope 74.0/135 72.6/131 70.2/126 70.6/120 Yardage 6,913 6,579 6,057 5,307 The Stats Year built: 1981 Greens: S. paspalum Driving range: Yes Lockers/showers: No Lessons: Yes Walking allowed: No Metal spikes: No Dress code: Golf attire Rental clubs: Yes Rider fee: Yes Proshop: Yes Lodging: Yes Fivesomes: No GPS tracking: No Cart fees: Included Twilight rates: Yes Yardage markers: Yes Architect: H. Flint, R. F. Cain & R. Nelson ~ Director of Golf Operations: Tom Sursely, PGA ~ Director of Golf Sales & Retail: Ross Birch, PGA Tee times/proshop: 808-885-6655 ~ www.maunalani.com Francis H. I‘i Brown North Course Mauna Lani’s North Course is capable of providing better players a challenging round and is nowadays considered the resort’s “tournament course.” Though its yardage is roughly the same as the South Course (6,913 yards), the North plays longer and par can be a more difficult achievement. Many of the holes are cut out of a lava-lined kiawe forest, so players find more trees here than on the South. Four holes, in fact, have trees in the middle of fairway landing areas, making accuracy and angle to the green important. The course plays dramatically down to the edge of the ocean at hole 9, a medium-length par 4 with an intimidating tidal pool guarding the right side of the green. The North Course presents a great collection of short par 3s, all with elevation changes from tee to green. Perhaps the most famous hole on this course is No. 17, a par 3 that plays a maximum of 132 yards from an elevated tee to a putting surface nestled into an amphitheater lava bowl. This exciting hole often plays with a cross wind that makes club selection especially crucial. Eva Parker Woods Cottage Situated beside the historic fishponds at Mauna Lani Resort is the Eva Parker Woods Cottage. It was here amongst the palms and fishponds that Francis H. I‘i Brown spent much of his time with his sweetheart, Winona Love, the acclaimed Hawaiian hula dancer and beauty. The Eva Parker Woods Cottage today is a favorite site for Hawai‘i weddings and romance. History buffs will also enjoy the modest but unique exhibit that opens a window into the simpler era of Brown and his royal Hawaiian ancestors. The cottage contains displays on the ancient Hawaiian canoe, fishing gear, household items, spears and gourds. At the cottage you are likely to meet Mauna Lani’s resident historian, Danny Akaka Jr. who is happy to offer tours of the cottage and fishponds. Historian Danny Akaka Jr. Fun things to do: Canoe House Restaurant Throw caution to the wind and order this wonderful restaurant’s signature dessert: warm pineapple cake spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger, served with a healthy scoop of macadamia nut ice cream Mauna Lani Spa Rated the #1 spa in Hawai‘i by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, here you can treat yourself right with a Watsu massage in the spa’s saltwater pool. The Shops at Mauna Lani Step into open-air walkways and discover the perfect balance between brand name quality and unique local craftsmanship. Discover one-of-a-kind gifts, impressive art and gourmet dining all in one location. The Official Golf Guide to Hawai‘i’s Big Island 17 http://www.maunalani.com

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Golf Hawaii 2008 Contents Welcome Message Big Island Golf Map Golf Hawai‘i—Rich in History Mauna Kea Resort Mauna Lani Resort Waikaloa Beach Resort Hualalai Resort Kona Country Club Hawai‘i’s Hidden Greens A World of Adventure The Parting Shot

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