According to the history books there was a great influx of Germans to this area of West Virginia in the mid 19th century which influenced its stand against slavery. How it then became such a popular center for golf is not so easily understood as it is not a sport associated with Germany. Perhaps it is the lie of the land which makes it an ideal spot. Whatever the reason you will find a golf club Wheeling to suit your style and pocket.
The town too covers a wide spectrum. With its anti-slavery past, its Independence Hall and what was once the worlds longest suspension bridge, there is plenty of history. A casino on Wheeling Island with all the latest in gaming brings it right into the 21st century.
The town boasts of both public and private courses with the municipal resort claiming to be both. There are simple flat courses and courses that run uphill and down dale. With the Ohio River running through the area there are plenty of natural as well as man-made water hazards. Some fairways are tree-lined, others are wide open. Large maple trees practically obstruct some fairways making it essential to hit a good straight drive off the tee.
At the other end of the spectrum there are the private and country courses for members only. Complete with a full range of facilities like bar, food, pro shop around here will cost about four times as much to play on.
Public courses have little or no frills but do offer discounts at least for senior citizens. Prices vary quite considerably according to the facilities offered. Apart from the municipal resort, no course offers caddies but almost all will hire both clubs and carts. All courses are closed for the winter from around October/November until March/April.
This sport has the reputation of being the rich mans sport. However in a golfers paradise like this, players from all walks of life have the chance to play as they do in Scotland, the sports home, where public courses proliferate and everyone plays. If this game is your passion, this is the place for you. Choose a golf club Wheeling and tee off for a great round.
The town too covers a wide spectrum. With its anti-slavery past, its Independence Hall and what was once the worlds longest suspension bridge, there is plenty of history. A casino on Wheeling Island with all the latest in gaming brings it right into the 21st century.
The town boasts of both public and private courses with the municipal resort claiming to be both. There are simple flat courses and courses that run uphill and down dale. With the Ohio River running through the area there are plenty of natural as well as man-made water hazards. Some fairways are tree-lined, others are wide open. Large maple trees practically obstruct some fairways making it essential to hit a good straight drive off the tee.
At the other end of the spectrum there are the private and country courses for members only. Complete with a full range of facilities like bar, food, pro shop around here will cost about four times as much to play on.
Public courses have little or no frills but do offer discounts at least for senior citizens. Prices vary quite considerably according to the facilities offered. Apart from the municipal resort, no course offers caddies but almost all will hire both clubs and carts. All courses are closed for the winter from around October/November until March/April.
This sport has the reputation of being the rich mans sport. However in a golfers paradise like this, players from all walks of life have the chance to play as they do in Scotland, the sports home, where public courses proliferate and everyone plays. If this game is your passion, this is the place for you. Choose a golf club Wheeling and tee off for a great round.
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