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USA's third oldest course is a popular Mid-Hudson destination
Dinsmore Golf Course, located on Route 9 in Staatsburg (Dutchess County) is a scenic 18-hole course offering a panoramic view of the beautiful Hudson River and majestic Catskill Mountains. It is the third oldest golf course in the country.
Built as a private 9-hole course in the 1890s, it was an amenity to the estates of the Dinsmore, Hoyt and Mills families. The land was donated by Helen Hull. The original course, which is now the south nine, was expanded to 18 holes in 1962.
The original nine holes were used by the wealthy families of nearby estates such as the Astors, Livingstons, and Vanderbilts, and are now operated by the New York State Dept. of Parks and Recreation. While the golfers are on Dinsmore's hilly fairways, non-golfers can tour the elegant Staatsburgh Mansion with its vast collection of art and furnishings or visit the marine museum at the nearby Mills/Norrie State Park. Both the Mills estate and Norrie State Park are adjacent to Dinsmore.
The 988-acre park includes the Mills Mansion State Historic Site. Scenic hiking trails and old carriage roads border the river. There is a marina with transient dockage and an environmental center, as well as camping and cabin facilities.
Today, Dinsmore’s appealing layout and affordable rates make it a popular destination for golfers of all abilities. The course features two distinctive nine-hole layouts that can be played individually or as an 18-hole round.
The south nine is the longer of the two at 3,230 yards from the white tees and plays to a par 36. It’s two par 3s are considered among the best in the region. The 14th is only 120 yards, but features a dramatic 100+ foot drop from tee to green. The 17th is a 198 yard gem that plays to a green nestled against a steep hillside and guarded front and right by bunkers.
The north nine plays to 2,529 yards from the white tees and features four par 3s. The 120-yard 4th hole plays to a small green guarded by OB to the left, trouble to the back and a hazard to the right. The 130 yard 6th hole, playing to a severely elevated and blind green, is memorable for the climb players face after teeing off.
The north nine also features two mid-length downhill par 5s. The finishing hole is a challenging 371-yard par 4 to an elevated green.
Set up as a parkland layout, holes on both north and south nines are defined by hills and valleys rather than trees. Wayward tee shots bedevil weekend golfers with an assortment of sidehill lies.
Dinsmore - Fees and Rates
Fees:
Club Rentals $10
Electric Cart: - 9 Holes $13
18 Holes $24
Green Fees:
Weekdays (18 Hols $22
Weekend (18 Holes) $26
Weekdays (9 Holes) $14
Weekend (9 Holes) $16
Green Fees Senior/Jr. (NYS Resident)
Weekday/Weekend (18 Hole) $17
Weekday/Weekend (9 Hole $11
Pull Cart: - 9 Holes $2
Pull Cart - 18 Holes $3
Dinsmore - Course Stats
Forward tees
Par 70
Slope 103 (women)
Rating 64.2
Yardage 4567
Regulation tees
Par 70
Slope 106 (mens)
Rating 65.7
Yardage 5759
GOLF FOR A CAUSE
SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR BENEFIT EVENT
JUNE 16 AT APPLE GREENS
A tournament to benefit the YMCA, the Center for Creative Education and the YWCA will be held Wednesday, June 16 at Apple Greens Golf Course in Highland. Sponsored by EmergencyOne, the tournament's goal is to raise $20,000 in scholarship funds for children and families in Ulster County.
There are limited spots still available for foursomes and individuals. Call United Way of Ulster County at 845-331-4199 for information or register online at uwuc.org.
The 18-hole best ball scramble event includes breakfast, golf cart, mid-course snack, lunch and an awards presentation. Registration is at 8 a.m.; the shotgun start at 9 a.m.
FUNDRAISER FOR GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL
Good Shepherd Christian School will hold a benefit golf tournament July 31 at Twaalfskill Golf Course in Kingston. Cost $100 per golfer, $400 foursome and includes lunch, 18 holes of golf , prizes, and the awards dinner.
Call Dan 845-417-6874 or email
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for information.
MOON GLOW TOURNAMENT AT NEW PALTZ BENEFITS THE ARTS COMMUNITY
In The Arts Community’s continued efforts to bring affordable and quality art classes to the Hudson Valley they will be hosting their 2nd Annual Moon Glow Golf Tournament fundraiser at the New Paltz Golf Course on Saturday, July 24, 2010, with a rain date of July 25. The tournament will cost $30 per person including greens fee, glow in the dark golf ball, late night snack and prizes. If you are interested in participating or would like to sponsor the Moon Glow Golf Tournament, you may contact Peggy Paparone at (845) 417-8593 for more information.
SHANE GEISLER MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT
The 2010 Shane Geisler Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit The Shane Geisler Memorial Fund will be held Friday, July 2nd at the Lazy Swan Golf & Country Club Village in Saugerties. 8 am and 1 pm shot gun starts are available. $500 per foursome includes 18 holes of Golf w/ cart, Lunch, Dinner, Beverages on course, prizes, entertainment and much more. The format is Captain & Crew.
Hole sponsorships are still available for this year's tournament. Please register soon as foursomes will fill quickly. For registration and sponsorship information e-mail
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or call Steve Eggink at 914-489-8325.
If your club or organization is planning a charity golf tournament, e-mail the information to
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