The RiverView

photo credit: Corey Ann      While visiting northeastern Ohio, get ready to play some magnificent golf courses  located adjacent to  the picturesque southern coastline of beautiful  Lake Erie.   When visiting, make it a point to stay at a very unique vacation rental called The RiverView.

The RiverView  is located on an elevated bluff overlooking the  scenic Ashtabula River,  marinas and the Harbor Historical District.    Located in a park  -like setting, you will have the opportunity to  ”kick back” and enjoy a view like no other in the area.

The air conditioned  rental, with nautical decor,  has all the comforts of home including:   cable TV, kitchenette and so many more amenities.  

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity at  The RiverView  to experience a window to days gone by.

Located on State Route 531 (E. 6th St.), 1 mile west of State Route 11 on the north side.   For more information  go to:   www.ashtabulariverrentals.com .   or call 440 813-4090.

Lightening Greens

As it is, golf  can be hard  enough without courses making it even more difficult for the average player.   One way this is done is with super fast greens.   Amateur players can be intimidated very easily when facing slick surfaces, for that matter, it's no  different for pros.   The key to playing on fast greens is to allow your approach shot to land on the front side of the green.

Most greens slope from back to front so that if you land on the front-side you will have a desirable uphill putt.   Anywhere else can be treacherous.   The key word is “delicate.”   You hit  all of your short chips and pitches in an extremely delicate fashion.   Try to land in a  3 foot diameter around the cup.

Cheating in Golf

photo credit: Jorge Franganillo     Have you ever cheated in golf?   If you've taken a mulligan, you have cheated.    If you have  ever improved your lie while in the rough?   You have cheated.   If you have  ever placed your ball back down on the green ahead of it's original position, you have cheated.    If you have accepted a 3 foot gimme, you have cheated.

There  is an entire book of  USGA rules that govern the game of golf.   If you intentionally break just one rule, you might as well break all of them.   Each and every player has a need to improve their game  but this can be  accomplished  with more practice not more cheating.   Make a start and be honest with yourself. . . you will enjoy the game more.