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The Irish Course: Pete Dye’s Final Kohler Act

Little brother to the world-famous Straits Course, Whistling Straits' Irish Course often flies under the radar, but Pete Dye's final work at Kohler holds its own and should not be overlooked.

Bombas: My Favorite Socks for Golf & Everything Else

Whether for golf, professional events, yoga, running, skiing/snowboarding or just keeping your feet warm, Bombas has high-quality socks for any lifestyle and occasion.

“Wisconsin Captured”: Summer’s Sunrise Over Whistling Straits

For years I've dreamt of flying a drone over Whistling Straits in Haven, Wisconsin, and last month finally got the opportunity as part of the WSGA's Wisconsin Captured project.

Blackwolf Run, Meadow Valleys: Wisconsin’s Best Back 9

As I wrote in my recent stream-of-consciousness entry "The State of the Game of Golf in Wisconsin," destination golf in the Badger State began in earnest at Blackwolf Run. Development of its Original Championship course marked the start of a long and successful partnership between Herb Kohler and Pete Dye, and proved to be the … Continue reading Blackwolf Run, Meadow Valleys: Wisconsin’s Best Back 9

Early Season Golf at Whistling Straits & Golf Kohler

Early-season rates and fantastic course conditions make THIS WEEK the perfect time to play Whistling Straits' Straits course.

2015 Golf Season in Review

My 2015 Golf Season in Review, including my favorite courses, best and most challenging holes and brief summary.

Painting by Kris Halsrud: The 17th at Whistling Straits, Straits Course

Kris Halsrud is a talented writer, golfer and IT professional. Like me, he has blogged about golf for years, and over the past five or so years we've built a friendship through our golf writing and love of the game. While most of my writing revolves around the Wisconsin golf scene, Kris's is more focused … Continue reading Painting by Kris Halsrud: The 17th at Whistling Straits, Straits Course