Silvertip:
No. 13 is giant-sized at 454 yards, but it's all downhill from the elevated tee. It has a large bunker awaiting in the landing area and in front of the green. Just aim for the 150-yard marker bull's eye then try and hit the slim, narrow bentgrass green on your approach. The green target seems tiny - it's diagonally placed making it tough to hold. Furber said: "No. 13 gives one the rewards of a long drive and a great sense of arrival. The visual alignment is stunning looking towards a legendary landmark of the Canadian Rockies -- the Three Sisters Mountains."
Does every hole seem to be downhill on this course...? Either way, I see what they meant when they said the most distinct feature of the course is elevation change...up to 40meteres on any one hole. Silvertip is just a wonderful design. The course moves up and down the mountain with all holes being different. It probably goes without saying, but you cannot walk this course, as there are 22km of cart paths with a lot of vertical change. There are about 14 holes that would be signature holes on any other course!
A Sloth of Bears:
If you do encounter a bear or sloth of bears, here are some life-saving tips to remember...
--Back away slowly. Never run.
--Stay calm and move decisively. This will indicate that you are not a threat.
--Speak to the bear in a normal tone of voice. This helps to identify you as a human while satisfying the bear's curiosity.
--If you are in a group, bunch up or join nearby hikers.
Note: I posted thursday's (5/14 #12) as well as friday's (5/15 #13). Take a look at both. I will attempt to utilize the Best Western's wi-fi....but there is no telling if South Florida will allow me to release Sat and Sun blog on time. You all enjoy your weekends...think about how many days left 108-18-12 = 78days left!
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