Well, let me tell you about this place, Prairie Club Golf in Valentine, Nebraska. My grandson, he’s a big shot, took me there once. Said it was the best golf place around. I don’t know much about golf, but I know pretty things when I see ’em.
This Prairie Club, it’s somethin’ else. Miles and miles of green, like a big ol’ blanket, all rolled out. They got these little carts you ride around in, like the ones at the grocery store, but faster. Lots of folks whacking little white balls around.
They got a big fancy house there too, they call it a “clubhouse”. Full of shiny stuff and people in nice clothes. Not my style. Give me overalls any day. But the food, now that was good. They have all sorts of fancy things like meat, cheese. They call it fine dining. I just call it a good meal.
The Prairie Club is in a place called the Sandhills. Never heard of it before, but it is something to behold. Just rolling hills, like someone took a giant spoon and scooped out the land. Good for cows, I reckon. But these folks, they put a golf course on it. Rich people sure do think of strange things to do with their money.
- They got rooms there, too, to sleep in.
- Fancy rooms, with big beds and soft pillows.
- Not like my old mattress back home.
- But it was comfy, I’ll give ’em that.
- They even got a TV in every room!
My grandson, he loves this golf thing. Says this Prairie Club in Valentine, NE is special. Says the “courses” are “nationally-ranked.” Whatever that means. He says they are tough and you need all sorts of tools to whack the ball. They call them “clubs”. I think they are just sticks. He tried to teach me, but I just couldn’t get the hang of it. My old bones ain’t what they used to be.
They got a shop there, too. A golf shop. Full of all sorts of things for golf. Shiny clubs, colorful balls, and funny-looking shoes. My grandson bought a hat there. Said it would help him play better. I just think he wanted to look fancy. This golf shop has everything a golfer needs. Trust me, I saw a lot of golf stuff there. I did not know there was so many things for golf.
They even have a river near by, called Snake River. Did not see any snakes, though. This place is huge. You can see it from the golf place. It is a big river, cutting through the land like a big ol’ knife. Pretty sight, I guess. But I wouldn’t want to fall in.
This Prairie Club, it’s a big deal, I guess. People come from all over to whack those little balls around. They call it a “destination.” Like a vacation, but for golf. My grandson says it’s “world-class.” I just think it’s a lot of fuss for a game. But if you are into golf, I guess this is the place. It is big, and people say it is fancy.
They say the man who started this whole thing, some fella named Paul, he was a big shot in golf. Won all sorts of things, they say. Had a “vision,” whatever that means. Probably just wanted a place to hit his little white balls without anyone botherin’ him.
Cost, now that is something I understand. It costs a lot of money to go to this golf place. They charge you just to walk on the grass. They call it “green fees.” I think it is just a way to get your money. But people pay it. So, it must be worth it, I guess. My grandson paid it all. He has a good job. Makes a lot of money.
This place, it’s fancy. They have a lot of people working there. They are all dressed nice, and they are very polite. They call you “sir” and “ma’am.” It is like being a queen. But I know they are just doing their job. They take care of everything there. They even carry your bags if you stay in their fancy rooms.
If you like golf, you’ll probably like this Prairie Club. It’s got everything you could ever want for golf. It’s big, it’s fancy, and it’s in the middle of nowhere. Just miles and miles of green grass and sand. And a big river, don’t forget the river. But you need a lot of money. That is for sure. But if you like golf, you will like this place. It is all about golf.
Prairie Club Valentine NE, that’s the name. Remember it if you’re ever lookin’ for a fancy place to play golf. I won’t be going back anytime soon. But my grandson, he loves it. Says he’ll take me again sometime. Maybe he will. But I’m happy just sittin’ on my porch, watchin’ the world go by. Don’t need no fancy golf course for that.
