Greywolf Hole #18

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #18 "Hopeful Return" 447-yd Par4 Handicap 6

Greywolf finishes with "Hopeful Return", a healthy straight par-4 that has a subtle climb to a massive, rolling green. Two well-struck shots are required to complete your "high". Favour the right side when you take a rip at your final drive on this wide fairway. Approach shots must steer clear of the bunkers left, swale right, and Hopeful Creek long.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-18

Greywolf GC:
17 of the 18 holes would be "signature" holes on any other golf course (it is really that incredible) - A once in a lifetime experience!!!

http://www.greywolfgolf.com/current-course-photos -- More official photos taken just 2 weeks ago.

It's Time Boys!!!

To recap....

Stewart Creek -- 7,195 yards, Slope 130, Course Rating 73.3
Silvertip -- 7,173 yards, Slope 146, Course Rating 74.6

Jasper Park Lodge -- 6,663 yards, Slope 124, Course Rating 71.1 (Par71)
Banff Springs -- 6,793 yards, Slope 135, Course Rating 72.9
Mt. Kidd @ Kananaskis Country -- 7,072 yards, Slope 134, Rating 72.7

Greywolf -- 7,140 yards, Slope 144, Rating 74.2

http://tsmv.ca/golf
http://www.silvertipresort.com/golf/introduction.php

http://www.fairmont.com/jasper/Recreation/Golf/
http://www.fairmont.com/banffsprings/Recreation/Golf/
http://www.kananaskisgolf.com/home.html

http://greywolfgolf.com/

I hope you all have enjoyed the Official 2009 Canadian Rockies Open Blog....below is just a photo diary of a few of the other things you might see along the epic quest!

It has been my distinct honor to inform and entertain you gentlemen. We have patiently journeyed through 108 days of anticipation, and it is finally upon us...Golf at its finest...The 2009 CRO!

Greywolf Hole #17

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #17 "Cliff Side" 446-yd Par4 Handicap 10

Aim your drive at the middle fairway target bunker. A right to left shot will earn you extra yardage. Take at least a half club less on your approach to ensure your ball does not find its way over the green.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-17

Greywolf GC:
The course gives you an excellent yardage book with all the details you need to play each hole. The scorecard is well done with a color course layout showing all the holes. The card also has the greens and where the pin placement is for each day. On your day of play at Greywolf you have unlimited access to the driving range.

Rafting:

Upper and Middle Canyon – Kicking Horse River (Golden) - 20 kms
This unforgettable journey begins calmly, allowing rafters to familiarize themselves with the raft, paddles and guides commands. Enjoy the serene upper section of the river before heading into the mighty rapids of the middle canyon. As the Canyon narrows, the waves build, taking rafters on whitewater journey through class 4 rapids, finishing 20km downstream! Enjoy 2 - 2.5 hours of rafting time before heading back to the rafting base to enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch and view a slide show of your rafting photos! This trip is perfect for the first time rafter. No experience is necessary. Costs:$105 per person. This trip is so popular, it departs twice daily! (Hyrda Whitewater Rafting) .....Horseshoe Canyon Rafting -- $82/92 class 3-4, 2-2.5hrs rafting.

Greywolf Hole #16

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #16 "Moose Back" 390-yd Par4 Handicap 8

An ideal drive will carry the cross bunkers and stop on the right side of the fairway. A delicate short iron approach must clear the deep greenside bunkers. Errant shots over the back are in serious trouble.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-16

Greywolf GC:

Wildlife viewing at Greywolf is another plus. Here you will most likely see deer each time you play, as well as black bears and moose. We're too high up for elk, Morgan stated, but there is a family of deer on the course, so you're bound to see them at some point.

Designed by Doug Carrick, Greywolf epitomizes playability with a design built to maximize the natural beauty of the land. Fortunately for Carrick, the natural beauty of the land in and around Panorama is simply breathtaking.

Fishing:

The Bow River in Alberta is one of the finest trout rivers in the world. Just below Banff townsite, the Bow River winds it's way through the mountains of Banff National Park and out through the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains to the prairies boasting 40km (25 miles) of catch & release waters. This section of The Bow River is still a freestone mountain river, no man made structures have affected river flow or streambed. The wild and wary trout in the river make for exceptional sport. Using stable and highly maneuverable MacKenzie River drift boats, we'll expertly float you into some of the nicest holes and most productive holding areas in the river. "A simply magical experience", to enjoy the sensation of fishing in a wild mountain river, as it flows through the incredible mountain scenery of the Canadian Rockies. We are the longest running guide service on the Upper Bow River. This service is available April through October. These are private day trips with highly experienced professional guides. Our stable MacKenzie River drift boats that can seat two or three anglers plus the guide. All gear is provided, including complete fly and/or spin fishing gear, waders and custom tied flies at no extra charge. Our guides are expert teachers, and will give top-notch instruction. What better place for a novice to learn how to fly fish or spin fish - in a wild, free-flowing river, surrounded by impressive mountain scenery. Expert anglers can gain too, as many well kept secrets can be revealed. Our clients have caught brown trout (up to 10 lbs/4 kg), Rocky Mountain whitefish (to 5 lbs/2.2 kg), and the occasional cutthroat, brook, and bull trout. The fish in this river are wild and self-sustaining and are protected with catch and release fishing regulations. The average trip length is 7-8 hours on 7km (5 miles) of the river in catch & release waters. Transportation from your accommodations in Banff is available, or meet in Canmore at the site of departure. This section of the Bow River is a primary corridor and home to many varieties of wildlife, and floating down this beautiful river presents many photographic opportunities. The excellent fishing on a wild river set in the spectacular scenery of the Canadian Rockies will make this a truly memorable fishing adventure.

Considered to be one of the top ten Lake Trout fisheries in Canada, Lake Minnewanka is the largest lake in Banff National Park and is less than 5 miles ( 9 km) from Banff town site. Originally named Devil's Lake or Spirit Lake by native peoples, the lake was renamed Minnewanka (Lake of the Water Spirit) by early explorers. This 18 mile ( 25 km) long, one mile ( 2 km) wide lake, and with depths of up to 400 feet ( 130 m), may or may not be home to spirits, but it is certainly home to trophy size Lake Trout. Our guided excursions on the lake provide the novice and expert alike the chance to land one of these monster fish. We'll take you where the fish are. A day out on the water surrounded by some of the most spectacular mountains in Banff National Park will make this an unforgettable experience. Lake Minnewanka provides excellent fishing for wild fish, and our clients have caught lake trout (up to 45 lbs/20 kg), Rocky Mountain whitefish (to 5lbs/2.2 kg), and occasional bull, cutthroat and brown trout. We actively promote "CPR"- catch, photograph, and release. However, anglers are allowed a limit of 2 fish per license. We have unrivalled knowledge of this large lake, and say with some pride that our success rate is phenomenal: our clients catch fish. Wildlife abounds in the area. There may be opportunities to view bears, bighorn sheep, elk, wolf, coyote, deer, bald eagles, golden eagles, diving ducks, and many other animals. Don't forget your camera! Typical trips are 4.5 or 6.5 hours in length. I’ve got news….this place above did not list the prices (Banff Fishing Unlimited), but another site did, and they are $395+100 for a half day for 3 people ….$500/3cad = I guess isn’t terrible, but it is a little pricey. Plus the fishing license I mentioned earlier …at like $28cad each. You’re looking at $160pp at minimum.

Greywolf Hole #15

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #15 "Eagle Nest" 176-yd Par3 Handicap 16

The subtle change in elevation from the tee to green will challenge your club selection. The two bunkers at the back of the green are ready to consume your long shots.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-15

Greywolf GC:

It is the most expensive course in the valley from Golden to Cranbrook but it is the only high country course. If you compared this to the other courses in the valley then you would have to say it’s value was lower. But you probably have to compare this to the Banff courses that are similar in nature. If you do this then the greens fees are $ 60 or more cheaper. This course is not like the valley courses so I have to compare the value to like mountain courses. This course represents good value.

Scrambling:
Q: What is scrambling?
A: You climb with your feet, and use your hands for balance. We look at scrambling as a crossover between hiking and mountaineering, with some hands-on climbing but without using ropes for protection. The difficulty often lies in dealing with the environment, not the technical rock climbing.Skills involved include route finding and keeping yourself safe. There are quite a few peaks for scrambling, but if you get off route you could get into dangerous terrain.

Q: Where do you scramble in the Canadian Rockies?
A: We take some peaks in Kananaskis and some in Banff National Park. Some of the classics would be Heart Mountain in Kananaskis, the height is 2,135 meters and it is rated as an easy scramble. Big Sister in Kananaskis is 2,936 meters high and it’s a moderate scramble.
We assess the scrambles by time, hazards and difficulty in route finding. Easy would be mostly hiking with a little exposure to steepness, and moderate would be frequent use of handholds and more exposure to steepness.

Greywolf Hole #14

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #14 "Notch" 527-yd Par5 Handicap 4

Aim your tee shot at the zebra pole or right of it for the long hitters. The second shot has two options; carry the fairway bunkers favouring the right side or lay up short of them to the left.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-14

Greywolf GC:

With its huge granite outcroppings combined with lush fairways, rambling creeks, and magnificent greens, Morgan says he gets a ton of feedback every year. Golfers are blown away by the beauty of the course. Designed by Doug Carrick, Greywolf is considered one of the best new courses in Canada for the way it blends into the environment. We're a pretty tight valley with immense mountains on both sides, Morgan continued, which makes the area amazingly picturesque.

Scoring the CRO:

Clearly we don't want to put too much of a strain on the demands of playing well, but in keeping with the nature of the annual tournaments, we need to have something in place. First of all, I would imagine the 2009 CRO outright champion will be determined as usual, by lowest combined score. That I don't really see any way around (however, if I shoot 112 at Stewart Creek and Roscher hits 17 GIR, I may as well stop playing altogether)...but another thought was to have a point system in which you earn points based on play (5pts to daily low score, 1pt/birdie, 3pts/eagle, 1pt/skin, 2pts for long drive (1hole/rd), 2pts for closest to pin (1or2holes/rd)) and in that way you could create a daily winner, basically saying first round is on the loser, next on the next guy ...so that the daily winner has some incentive.

As other ground rules go, I think we're all on the same page for no OB penalties, treat all as a lateral, or if you re-tee and bomb one, that just counts as your 2nd shot off the tee (and if you put that in the woods, still play the lateral from the 1st), but then from there on out, if you yank one into the trees, take the penalty and drop with a clean view, not behind another tree. But if you're in play behind an obstruction, you have to just play it, punch out (essentially a penalty anyway).

I don't know what you guys are feeling, but I know I am planning on drinking on the course and being an asian tourist with my camera, so I will have fun either way. There will be no club throwing or golf ball chucking unless it's at a wild animal in hopes of preventing my own mauling.

A couple shots from the 2008 Michigan Open.

Greywolf Hole #13

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #13 "Creekside" 441-yd Par3 Handicap 2

The brave hitters should aim over the large bunker on the right. The faint of heart should stay left of the bunker leaving a long tough approach. Avoid being long or right of this slender, rolling green.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-13

Greywolf GC:

Links, the best selling golf franchise for the personal computer, includes Panorama’s Greywolf Golf Course as one of the few championship courses to be featured in the new game Links 2004 built exclusively for the Xbox system.

I've played about 60 of the top 100 courses in Canada, and i'm just drawn to this place," said Garland Bouvier of Calgary. "The views, the scenery, the quality of the game."

Hiking:

Mount Yamnuska -- For experienced hikers, Stermann recommends hiking Mount Yamnuska, a mountain just east of Canmore, which is technically outside of the park, but hey, it’s a great hike, so we’ve included it. “It’s a very steep face, but it’s relatively easy if you go around back,” he says.The hike involves scaling a small chimney (which is a cut in the rock that is a narrow chute, like a small chimney with one wall missing). From there you hike to a wire that you hold as you walk past a steep ledge, you scramble up to the peak, which affords some of the most amazing views of the valley, then back down along a trail below a 1,000 ft. cliff, to a scree field that you can slide down. The whole trip takes about four to six hours, Stermann says. Because this hike is difficult and involves some climbing/scrambling, we recommend getting a guide or talking to Parks Canada before attempting it.

Greywolf Hole #12

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #12 "Heli High" 181-yd Par3 Handicap 18

A true test in club selection. Don't let the massive mountain backdrop that looms above the green fool you into taking too much club. A ball long off the green is certain disaster.

At an elevation of nearly 4,000 feet, it's not uncommon for golfers to feel a little "high" at Greywolf. With a world class ski-hill boasting a vertical drop of 4,000 feet, and heli-skiing opportunities up to 9,000 feet, the operative word at Panorama seems to be "high". As a matter of fact, the par three 12th hole was aptly named "Heli-high".

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-12

Greywolf GC:
The setting is serene, a mountain range far away from urbanization. It's inspirational, with every fairway lined by ponderosa pines reaching high into the sky. It's exhilarating, forcing play over a rushing mountain stream on the par-5 fifth, then across a deep gorge on the par-3 sixth. It's humbling, the entire course tucked into a few seams beneath massive slopes of the Canadian Rockies.

Dramatic elevation changes, scenery and challenge. Fabulous mountain course. Really is a treat. Only downside is that it exists in a totally artificial resort environment and you pay for that.

PEYTO LAKE:

Glacier-fed lakes are famous for their surreal colours. Contrasting the deep green of the forest, Peyto (Pee-toe) Lake, located in the Mistaya Canyon along the Icefield Parkway, is iridescent blue-green. Another great lake. From the parking lot leads a steep but easy tarmac path to a lookout platform that provides a great view of the lake lying beneath you. Again, a very blue lake. And look at the shape. It is not so hard to distinguish a light blue bear in the shape of the lake.You should follow signs for the Bow Summit and / or Peyto Lake Viewpoint ..... they share the same car park. Once parked, the veiwing point is around a 5 - 10 minute walk along a path that starts at the far end of the car park. Its an easy walk, and well worth it! The Peyto Lake viewpoint gives you not only a stunning view of Peyto Lake itself, but also gives you an excellent view of mountains away in the distance ..... Mountains incidentally that you will drive passed if you are going to Jasper! This should definetly be on your "to do" list if driving on the Icefield Parkway!

Greywolf Hole #11

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #11 "Panorama" 339-yd Par4 Handicap 14

A bold tee shot could make the green from the elevated tees. A conservative play with a long iron or fairway wood to the lower portion of the fairway will take the water out of play and leave an uphill pitch.

No. 11 is that one "driveable" par 4 which so many architects like to feature. The decision to "go for it" must be balanced by the fact that water left and a rocky slope to the right are undaunted by your "guts".

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-11

Greywolf GC:

However, what sets Greywolf apart from other mountain golf courses, are not the elevation changes, spectacular views or imaginative design, but rather the turf that the golfers will play on. Greywolf was designed and built with, not only, bentgrass greens, which is typical for most northern courses, but also bentgrass tees and fairways, giving the course a very dramatic and manicured appearance. Bentgrass is a much finer textured and tighter knit grass than your typical Kentucky bluegrass fairway. For this reason the golfer will find that the ball will roll much farther on bentgrass.

Near Panorama:

About three miles before the twisty road reaches the Panorama Mountain Village Resort, and 1,500 vertical feet below it, a sharp curve in the road gives way to a turnaround area. Of course, approaching a mountain paradise, nobody in his or her right mind would "turnaround". A closer inspection to this unmarked roadside turnaround and you'll discover a footpath that dives down halfway into a gorge. Two hundred feet down the path you'll end up atop the remnants of an old bridge which used to span the chasm. The trail will be replaced by the pure, misty air of the Purcell Mountains and your knees will start to shake. Over one hundred feet straight below, Toby Creek thunders its way down the valley, finally spilling into the mighty Columbia River ten miles down stream. Don't get too close to the edge!

Greywolf Hole #10

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #10 "Tranquility" 580-yd Par5 Handicap 12

The longest hole here at Greywolf requires a tee shot down the right side toward the fairway bunkers. Keep your second shot to the right setting up an open pitch into the angled plateau green.

The entire back nine is a rolling, tumbling ride featuring holes that ride along the cliffs and creeks which frame the area. Each hole offers an entirely unique visual experience from the previous hole - the only consistency is the backdrops filled with mountain vistas, creaking pines, and eagles soaring high.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-10

Greywolf GC:

Golf Digest's Best New Canadian Course of 1999 (Silvertip was runner up), and the course keeps getting better every year.

Must do Stops:

Lake Louise -- The turquoise water draws its brilliant colour from the “rock flour,” fine particles of glacial sediment which are suspended in the water that reflect blue and green wavelengths of light because they are so small and uniform. Framed by Mount Victoria and Victoria Glacier, the water temperature only gets a few degrees above freezing in summer. The native’s called it “Ho-run-num-nay” or Lake of Little Fishes, long before they took outfitter and explorer Tom Wilson up for a peek in 1882, although he is credited with “discovering” the world-famous location. In 1890 a cabin was built on the shores of the lake, which is 2.4 km (1.5 mi) long, 500 m (1,649 ft.) wide and 90 m (295 ft.) deep and was later named for Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and later the wife of the governor general of Canada. Lake Louise is considered the birthplace of mountaineering in Canada, after the railway imported Swiss mountain guides to prevent its well-heeled guests from falling off the nearby peaks…………………. For first timers, Stermann also suggests hitting the Lake Louise area, just 4 km out of the town of Lake Louise, which, he notes, is a busy place “for a very, very good reason.” One hike to check out there is the Lake Louise Lakeshore trail, which starts in front of Chateau Lake Louise, and is just 4 km total with little to no elevation gain, which makes for a quick 1-hour round trip. The trail is easy to walk for just about anyone, yet offers amazing views of the lake and surrounding peaks, and access to several longer trails.

Greywolf Hole #9

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #9 "Wolf's Lake" 181-yd Par3 Handicap 17

Right is the only place to miss this water flanked green with trouble long, short, and left. A high right to left iron shot is ideal. The seventh and eighth, both rock-solid par 4's, are a good tune up for No. 9. The ninth requires a little more courage as "Wolf's Lake" must be carried to reach the green on this 181-yard "teaser". As you play the 9th, you will think you have been transported to the Alps with the Swiss chalets behind the green. Greywolf is without question one of the world’s premier mountain courses, and it is both stunning and intimidating. For the serious golfer, this is a day-trip from Banff that is a must-happen!

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-9

Greywolf GC:

If you have a desire to blend your love for the game with your love of nature and creation, you'll hit a "bulls-eye" playing Greywolf. Greywolf is an ideal mountain golf getaway. Grab your sticks, hiking shoes, and free spirit and head for the Purcells - you will soon find out that at the Panorama Mountain Village, the mountains truly "bring peace to the people".

Bear Quiz Time (no cheating):
http://animal.discovery.com/games-quizzes/grizzly-safety-quiz/

Also on a completely unrelated note, I foresee Roscher being beligerant and starting a fight with a) a Canucks fan b) a Flames fan or c) Sasquatch. Be sure to parade around in your Chicago sports gear!

Greywolf Hole #8

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #8 "Hideawar" 446-yd Par4 Handicap 9

This long and demanding par 4 requires a solid tee shot that should favour the left side leaving a mid to long iron approach. The slope flanking the left of the green can be used to feed your ball into the centre.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-8

Greywolf GC:

When it comes to scenery, the rest of the valley gets a 9, Greywolf gets a 10. You are higher and right in the mountains. The views from the elevated tees are outstanding. You will play golf at over 4,000 ft surrounded by the Purcell Mountains. The mountain lakes and creeks add to the visual display!

Things to See:

Grassi Lakes -- This short, easy hike, with one moderate section has beautiful views of the Canmore townsite and Spray Reservoirs, plus a gorgeous waterfall. The trail leads to two popular emerald-green pools with interpretive signs. Take the difficult trail; the only way it is difficult is in terms of footing, and has one steep section with stone steps. The easy trail is a boring access road. Grassi Lakes was named after Lawrence Grassi, a well-respected mountaineer and guide in the Banff Area. The stone steps you will use on the trail plus the the quaint wooden branch bench was built by him. Small and stout, he had fantastic strength, and was known for carrying injured hikers on his back.

Takakkaw Falls -- We used to go for hikes to Takakkaw Falls, the tallest waterfall in the Canadian Rockies. The base of the falls is unbelievable. The roar and the wind from the water falls is unreal. You could hear and feel big bangs, as pieces of the glacier ice would crash over the falls. This was all in July of 2003. I have told everyone I know about this place . In my books it was #1!

Greywolf Hole #7

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #7 "Prospector's" 418-yd Par4 Handicap 5

A long right to left tee shot sets up the best approach to this undulating peninsula shaped green. A high left to right approach shot is ideal and do your best not to finish long or left of the green.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-7

Greywolf GC:

Ranked #1 Course In B.C. by Golf Digest.

Greywolf fits comfortably into my "Top 5 Resort Course" list within the prestigious ranks of Bandon Dunes and Pebble Beach. Surprised? Go see for yourself. – Worldgolf.com writer

Ha Ling Peak:
You can see Ha Ling Peak from the Trans Canada Highway, as you approach Canmore. It recently has been the subject of much controversy, as it was once named Chinaman's Peak.Originally called "The Beehive", it became Chinaman's Peak in 1896, when a cook named Ha Ling climbed the peak for a bet of $50.00. Ha Ling was a cook at the Okaloosa Hotel in Canmore, and took up a challenge that he couldn't go up and down the mountain in 10 hours. He started one Saturday morning at 7:00 am, and was back in time for lunch. Because no one would believe him, he took a group of doubters up the next day, and there, flapping in the breeze, was a small flag he had planted the day before. It was then proudly announced, "As the peak has no name, let it henceforth be called Ha Ling Peak in honour of his daring intrepidity". Unfortunately, many people reverted to "Chinaman's Peak", and was known as such until quite recently, when under political correctness, it started be referred to by it's rightful name.

Greywolf Hole #6

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #6 "Cliffhanger" 200-yd Par3 Handicap 7

The blue, white, and black tees all require at least one club less and consider the swirling winds from the Toby Creek Valley. Favour the right side as the vertical rock cliffs guard the front, back, and left.

The quintet of par three's are all treasures. The sixth, or "Cliffhanger", is already regarded as one of the most exhilarating par 3's in all of golf. The green sits perched atop a granite plateau, 200 yards from the tips. What's truly remarkable about the Greywolf layout is the fact that Doug Carrick routed Greywolf specifically around the spectacular green site at the sixth. While it's likely that whatever postcard you purchase from the Greywolf golf shop (and believe me, you'll want to send a postcard) will feature a dazzling shot of the "Cliffhanger", every hole at Greywolf warrants "postcard" status. However, every photo not on the Greywolf website is of the 6th, hence the lacking extra photos of the rest of the course, but if you are inspecting the link for each hole, you should find those will more than suffice.)

"I still remember my first time stepping on this tee box," said Gavin Moran, the club's head pro, "and I didn't think it was real. I'd seen photos, and I got out here and stood up, and I just couldn't believe my eyes."

The top-ranked course in Western Canada is located just across the Alberta/British Columbia border and is only a 90-minute drive from Banff. This is Greywolf Golf Course and it is the site of a green setting that is straight from the imagination, one that must be seen to be believed. It is the green on the par-3 6th, named “Cliffhanger”, and no more apt name exists on any golf hole in the world. A 200 yard carry over equally aptly-named “Hopeful Valley” is required to what can only be described as a “mountain-island” green. The drop offs short, left, and long are beyond severe, and it is one of the most awe-inspiring holes you could ever have the privilege to play.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-6

Greywolf GC:

Greywolf continues to overwhelm, inspire, and rejuvenate the golfers' soul.

Another hike that will blow your mind:

Cory Pass --- good god … For people willing and able to do a more difficult trip, Ettinger strongly recommended hiking Cory Pass, noting, “It’s a fairly gruesome hike.”According to Parks Canada, in fact, this is “One of the most difficult hikes in Banff National Park,” and is recommended “for strong hikers with good route finding skills.”Cory pass is a 13 km loop, with an elevation gain of 915 m, and takes about 6 hours round trip.It’s all worth it, according to Ettinger, “You go through a very high pass, where you can see the whole basin back behind you.” “When you drop back down the other side, it’s true wilderness,” he says. “You’ll see sheep for sure, and it’s great bear country.” The hike starts from Fireside Picnic Area at the eastern end of the Bow Valley Parkway. From there you follow a 1 km access road from the parkway to the picnic area. You return from Cory Pass by making a loop around Mount Edith and descending the Edith Pass trail. Check a trail guide for detailed directions.

Greywolf Hole #5

Greywolf Golf Course Hole #5 "Hopeful Crossing" 570-yd Par5 Handicap 13

A tee shot over the fairway bunkers on the right is ideal. A conservative second shot over Hopeful Creek, a rushing mountain stream, should be aimed left of the 150 yard marker. Going for it in two requires less club and bravery.

As a world-renown golf course architect, Doug Carrick followed with great admiration the work of Stanley Thompson (Banff Springs, Jasper Park Lodge, and Capilano - among others). Thompson's work was signified with ample use of target bunkers - Carrick followed suit. The beautiful par 5, 5th offers one of many "target style" cross bunkers not meant to punish the player, but rather to provide a visual in terms of indicating the ideal line. The fifth appears "meaty" on the card, but it too follows the fall line and at 570 yards is reachable for not just the longest of hitters.

http://greywolfgolf.com/hole-5

Greywolf GC:

For this course I am going to say very little. You will have to go and play it. The design is awesome, enjoyable and well worth the little trip up the mountains. I find it remarkable that Doug Carrick can go into the mountains and design a course that fits, is playable and scenic. There are elevation changes, attractive bunkers, water and other factors that make a great course. This has to be one of the best true mountain courses in the world.

As an overview of the course; water comes into play on about five holes. The fairway bunkers can also cause some trouble. The fun is found in the number of elevated tees that create longer drives then you might normally achieve. The elevation won't hurt!

My Final Bear Tips (before your quiz):

It may be tough to resist running, but if you want to survive, stand your ground until she's within 25 feet, then give her a 6-second shot of bear spray. Hopefully you bought the right kind at the general store! Also, when a grizzly is upon you, shield your vital organs by lying down or curling into a ball, protect your head with your arms, and lie still. An enraged grizzly will attack until you stop moving, one way or the other.

The bears can smell the menstruation….there will be none of that Halbert.