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re: When is Copper Mill re-opening?
Posted on 10/8/23 at 6:42 pm to ReeseWee
Posted on 10/8/23 at 6:42 pm to ReeseWee
The greens are faster than the day we opened. They will have bare spots till next spring when it’s growing season again. This summer was brutal with no rain. The greens would have easily been ready months earlier with a normal summer.
At some point we had to open. It had to create income at some point. It’s not a government run course with a huge budget. There are reasons why Beaver is good and Webb is horrible. It’s were the money is diverted by Brec. Comparing any courses green fees to brec is an unfair comparison. $28 of you green fee at Beaver is tax payer subsidies.
At some point we had to open. It had to create income at some point. It’s not a government run course with a huge budget. There are reasons why Beaver is good and Webb is horrible. It’s were the money is diverted by Brec. Comparing any courses green fees to brec is an unfair comparison. $28 of you green fee at Beaver is tax payer subsidies.
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Posted on 10/9/23 at 7:52 am to FishQuiz
Played it yesterday and enjoyed it.
Noticed they cleared a lot of trees out around the greens (most noticeably on 2) and for not receiving rain all summer I thought the course was in solid shape.
I will say I’m sure the GPS is built into the green fee, but now that every golf group has a range finder, it just seemed like an unnecessary expense that’s passed onto the player.
Noticed they cleared a lot of trees out around the greens (most noticeably on 2) and for not receiving rain all summer I thought the course was in solid shape.
I will say I’m sure the GPS is built into the green fee, but now that every golf group has a range finder, it just seemed like an unnecessary expense that’s passed onto the player.
Posted on 10/9/23 at 10:06 am to Navajo61490
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I will say I’m sure the GPS is built into the green fee, but now that every golf group has a range finder, it just seemed like an unnecessary expense that’s passed onto the player.
It isn't about the distances for players. It is about having an AI Marshall. Track times players are playing and keep them off green surrounds and on paths for cart path only.
Posted on 10/9/23 at 10:19 am to lsu13lsu
Still think it’s an unnecessary cost that’ll be passed to the consumer
Posted on 10/9/23 at 10:32 am to Navajo61490
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Still think it’s an unnecessary cost that’ll be passed to the consumer
Agree to disagree. Marshalls are very important to customer experience and to course upkeep.
It won't be too long before many of us are replaced with AI.
Posted on 10/9/23 at 11:35 am to lsu13lsu
Sounds good. As I said, I enjoyed myself and happy it’s back since I live around the corner.
Posted on 10/9/23 at 2:30 pm to lsu13lsu
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It isn't about the distances for players. It is about having an AI Marshall. Track times players are playing and keep them off green surrounds and on paths for cart path only.
Agreed. The lack of golf etiquette across the region is staggering. I’m all for supporting anything to help curb that which should enhance player experience. Nothing worse than seeing people driving near tee boxes, 15ft from around the green, and taking 4 tee shots then stopping to admire their skills after every shot.
This post was edited on 10/9/23 at 2:31 pm
Posted on 10/9/23 at 2:59 pm to Navajo61490
The GPS was much needed . People simply do not know how to act right on a golf course. They drove all around the greens and tee boxes . At least they get shut down now. It was sickening to see people drive all over the place . Some people have zero clue when they are on a golf course or they simply don't care. Most simply don't care but expect Augusta National conditions when they play.
Posted on 10/9/23 at 3:02 pm to Aintnohobby
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Some people have zero clue when they are on a golf course or they simply don't care. Most simply don't care but expect Augusta National conditions when they play.
This right here. No clue and zero care. If they did though, conditions would drastically improve.
Posted on 10/9/23 at 4:52 pm to Aintnohobby
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It was sickening to see people drive all over the place
Sickening, huh?
You really wanted us to know you care about this
Posted on 10/9/23 at 5:34 pm to lsu13lsu
Absolutely correct, and to protect the investment since the carts will auto shut off if you get to close to the greens, which everyone use to do before we had the GPS carts. The distance also is nice to have front, center, and back, but it was not intended to be something to give exact yardage to the pin, thus rangefinder in everyone's bag. But I promise you thag if you forget your rangefinder, you will be be happy we have the GPS
Posted on 10/10/23 at 1:05 pm to Hmmm13
Played this week (twice). Will be awesome when we get some rain. New carts are super nice and glad they added GPS. Greens in good shape a few rough spots but understand due to lack of rain this summer. Balls roll a LONG way on the dry ground. They also offer a $99 Copper Card with a bunch of perks like a free round, reduced rates, group discounts, free merch, earlier twilight rates, etc. Glad its back!
Posted on 10/10/23 at 6:52 pm to CajunSportsman
Yep agreed we played 3 times since last Thursday
This post was edited on 10/10/23 at 6:52 pm
Posted on 10/12/23 at 10:42 am to CajunSportsman
Played a few days ago and signed up for the Copper Card myself. Plan to use its benefits till it expires. Was happy to see some trees cleared out, and overall it was in acceptable condition. #17 green still has a little ways to go to be fully grown in, but I was impressed with how nearly all of the greens rolled nicely( still a little slower than expected) but with some decent rain hopefully they will be exceptionally better than before closing.
Posted on 10/13/23 at 12:21 pm to LSwho84
Just saw they're offering $200/month memberships for individuals and $300/month for families. includes unlimited carts and unlimited golf. Pretty incredible deal if you live in the area.
Posted on 10/14/23 at 9:48 pm to icegator337
I live in BR we jumped on the family membership. I think we played collectively 9 rounds in the past week. Great value, course is fun
25 minutes drive from br and better than any public courses in town
25 minutes drive from br and better than any public courses in town
Posted on 10/15/23 at 9:20 pm to FishQuiz
I guess due to the weather, they were able to cut the greens short this weekend. Speed was good and the ball rolled really well.
Posted on 12/1/23 at 10:42 am to NewOrleansBlend
Are all 18 holes open now?
Posted on 12/1/23 at 10:46 am to hedgehog
Yes.
I played the day before Thanksgiving. Course is in good shape. Greens look good. Not the fastest I've played, but roll well. Like any other course around here, could stand some rain. I guess they got it last night though.
I played the day before Thanksgiving. Course is in good shape. Greens look good. Not the fastest I've played, but roll well. Like any other course around here, could stand some rain. I guess they got it last night though.
Posted on 4/3/24 at 10:33 am to BMoney
Anyone have an update on how it looks? Or what kind of shape Beaver is in?
Trying to decide which course to play in a couple weeks.
Trying to decide which course to play in a couple weeks.
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