Jeff Shelley

Jeff Shelley

A Change in Course: Making the Rounds Part 10A Change in Course: Making the Rounds Part 10

A Change in Course: Making the Rounds Part 10

This column features the author’s recollections of his 33 years as a golf writer. These installments stem from his many…

4 years ago
Golf Furnishings: Making the Rounds Part 9Golf Furnishings: Making the Rounds Part 9

Golf Furnishings: Making the Rounds Part 9

This column features the author’s recollections of his 33 years as a golf writer. These installments stem from his many…

5 years ago
Time Has Come TodayTime Has Come Today

Time Has Come Today

The news that the USGA would be holding the 2010 U.S. Amateur and 2015 U.S. Open at a course in…

5 years ago
“Ponky” Golf Courses“Ponky” Golf Courses

“Ponky” Golf Courses

While researching my book, “Golf Courses of the Pacific Northwest,” a few people suggested I ignore out-of-the-way dog tracks –…

5 years ago
“The Sanctuary”“The Sanctuary”

“The Sanctuary”

I’ve been to Mexico’s Baja Peninsula many times over the past three decades. I’ve seen it evolve from a sleepy,…

5 years ago
Golf in Big Sky CountryGolf in Big Sky Country

Golf in Big Sky Country

I’m a big fan of northwest Montana and a long-time advocate of the pristine golf found in this remote neck…

5 years ago
Memorable Rounds – All in One MonthMemorable Rounds – All in One Month

Memorable Rounds – All in One Month

On occasion, golfers encounter serendipity in various and unlikely forms. Such moments may occur while playing new and unexpectedly exciting…

5 years ago
Virus – so Far Anyway – Not Affecting SuperintendentsVirus – so Far Anyway – Not Affecting Superintendents

Virus – so Far Anyway – Not Affecting Superintendents

The novel coronavirus outbreak that’s sweeping the world and forcing closures of public spaces, athletic events and many other activities…

5 years ago
Golf in British ColumbiaGolf in British Columbia

Golf in British Columbia

British Columbia contains a wealth of wonderful places to play golf. With a favorable U.S. dollar exchange rate, spectacular scenery,…

5 years ago
Castles in the SkyCastles in the Sky

Castles in the Sky

In a perfect world: Walking three-and-half-hour rounds on golf courses where cell phones and power carts are banned. Courses with…

5 years ago