Where to play and who to play with
Golf is played in three places: at public facilities, at private clubs, and on resort courses. In this chapter, I tell you the basics about all three, from the scuzziest range to the fanciest country club. I also share tips on how to fit in wherever you play — how to walk, talk, tip, practice and accessorize like a real golfer. I even tell you how to make the best of a round with a jerk. There aren't many jerks in golf, but you've gotta be ready for anything.
Let's start with the basics: Where in the world can you play this game?
Some courses have only 9 holes, while a few resorts offer half a dozen 18-hole courses, or even more. At the famous Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina, you'll find eight great 18-hole layouts — that's 144 chances to drive yourself nuts!
You can also hit balls at driving ranges, which is where you should start. If you rush to the nearest course for your first try at golf, tee off, and then spend most of the next few hours missing the ball, you won't be very popular with your fellow golfers. Believe me, instead of watching you move large clumps of earth with every swing, they'd prefer to enjoy a cool beverage in the clubhouse.
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