When it comes to golfing in Canada, most enthusiasts immediately think of iconic destinations like Nova Scotia, Vancouver, or Banff. And, of course, they’re all incredible. However, tucked away in the heart of the beautiful Kootenay Rockies lies a hidden gem for golfers.
We know, there are still a few weeks before the launch of our favourite season. But as the snow melts and the days grow longer, golfers are eagerly anticipating getting back on the links..
We want golfers of all ages and skill levels to experience the magic and majesty of our Kootenay golf courses. And there are so many to choose from!
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It’s early morning; sunbeams dance across the deck to the soundtrack of gentle birdsong. As you enjoy your morning coffee and gaze out over Redstone Resort’s fairways to the valley beyond, you take a deep breath of crisp mountain air. It’s truly one of the most gorgeous views and best feelings on earth.
General Manager Jeff Bruce introduced you to the personalities of the front nine; now he describes Redstone’s back nine:
“The front nine is Dr. Jekyll to the back nine’s Mr. Hyde. The front nine is a little more subdued; it’s flatter, with open tee shots, and everything is laid out for you to score. The back nine is Mr. Hyde; you’re basically hiding on every hole, since it’s cut out of the mountainside, and tee shots are a very important part of the game. Even though there are a few tougher sections, they’re there to improve your game while you enjoy the incredible scenery. It’s all about good times and great golf!”
For years, the Fly Wide Open has been the event of the season. Kelly recalls her husband playing in the tourney in 2001, the year she was pregnant with her daughter Eva. “I was four days overdue and he went out to Champion Lakes to play in it… Like, you just did — no matter what!”
The natural beauty of Redstone engages the senses and evokes many happy memories for our members — both on and off the course. This month we revel in some of those fond memories as we honour the late Richard Daoust, a friend, colleague and member who brightened our days on the green and left a lasting legacy behind.
In this fast-paced life, childhood is something we often miss the most. At Redstone, we like to consider that all of our members and visitors can play like kids, a sentiment Isabella Vockeroth Fisher can relate to.
As the daughter of a golf resort owner, Bella grew up building sandcastles in bunkers rather than at the beach, and with a snack in one hand and a nine-iron in the other.
Does a golf hole have personality? Our front nine certainly does, according to General Manager Jeff Bruce…
Hole 1 – The Joker
If golf holes had personality, hole 1 at Redstone would definitely be called The Joker. Shots from all the tee boxes are beautiful but from the black tee box, true beauty is revealed. By teeing up from the tips, you can see Les Furber’s signatures right away.
When it comes to golf courses in BC, one of the best golf courses in the Kootenays, nestled in the breathtaking Kootenay Rockies, Redstone Resort offers a meticulous 18-hole experience.
Boasting the most gorgeous greens of any alpine golf course in the province of BC and beyond, we’re only a five-minute drive from Rossland’s Red Mountain. Redstone features the only USGA greens in the Kootenays along with fun, rocky ravines, compelling layouts, and exhilarating changes in elevation.
