| One of the many dilemmas of a golfer is: "Should | | | | would probably be saved in the long run in paying |
| I spend a lot of money on joining a private club, | | | | a set amount of money each month on |
| or do I play at public courses?" There is no right | | | | membership and a cart pass, than to pay fifty to |
| or wrong answer; it just depends on what you | | | | one hundred dollars for every round. |
| are looking for. Both private golf courses and | | | | A private club is very attractive because of the |
| public golf courses have their advantages and | | | | social atmosphere. Not only can you and your |
| disadvantages. | | | | friends go out and play at a familiar place, but you |
| A public course is ideal for the golfer that does | | | | have the potential to meet more people with |
| not play very often. What's the sense in paying | | | | similar interests. It is also a great place for |
| every month for a membership that does not | | | | networking, and making good connections. Many |
| get used? If you don't play more than once a | | | | private clubs have weekly leagues and hold special |
| week over the summer, and do not play often | | | | member tournaments that are very fun to |
| during the winter, a public course would probably | | | | participate in. They are often a great way to |
| make more economic sense. Also, if you are all | | | | make friends. Some leagues even have special |
| about trying out new courses, and see yourself | | | | events where you can play at other courses |
| getting bored playing the same eighteen holes | | | | against players from different courses. |
| every time you play, then definitely consider a | | | | Depending on what you are looking for, and how |
| public course. | | | | much money you are willing to spend, both |
| A private course on the other hand, is best for a | | | | private and public clubs have their ups and downs. |
| golfer that plays multiple times during a week, and | | | | It pays to research specific prices; as there are |
| frequently plays over the winter. More money | | | | expensive private clubs, and public courses. |