Attennnshun...Eyes Right...Paraaade Rest

Golf at Fort Ord's
Bayonet and Black Horse
Carmel, California
Part 1

by Anthony Scaggs

ATTENNNSHUN, EEYES RIGHT, PARAAADE REST. In the recent past these sounds resonated from the Drill Sergeant’s booming voice throughout Ford Ord. With the down sizing of the military, many facilities were decommissioned and returned to the public. Fort Ord, adjacent to Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, was one such base,

what a bonus to golfers!

Fort Ord’s Bayonet and Black Horse are two, just-opened-to-the-public, golf courses overlooking Monterey Bay’s waters. The warm sunshine, soft ocean breezes and the rolling waves accent the beauty of the fairways but only whisper at the challenge that lies ahead for even the most skilled golfers.

I always arrive at the course with positive thoughts of shooting 72 or better. Of the many aspects of golf, service and staff professionalism are crucial for achieving the day’s success. Many courtesies and amenities promise that Bayonet or Black Horse will be one of your best golfing experiences.

At Ford Ord you will be greeted in a manner assuring you have made the right choice. The day begins on a high note as the Starter gives you the friendly go-ahead off the first tee. Progressing through the course, you will encounter Groundskeepers. They greet you like a welcomed guest in their private garden. They love their work and want to make your visit the best experience possible.

Most golfers are weekend warriors. We do not practice hours a day to hone our skills as professional golfers. We may hit a few balls at the driving range and putt a few times on the practice green before our tee time. We are anxious to tee up and start our round. We cannot wait to hit that first drive long and straight. (I did that once may be twice).

Standing on the tee waiting for the foursome in front to clear, we may talk about business or family matters or stand in silence. We may be caught in the strategy of the game, the challenge to do well, or that last great shot.

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