It makes sense the British people use the term “crazy golf” to describe what Americans have come to call miniature golf. On a traditional 18-hole golf course, it would be weird if you encountered wacky putting obstructions like a model-sized roller coaster or candy-colored castles.
But for many outdoor suburban mini-golf courses that have reopened amid the global coronavirus pandemic, the expression “crazy golf” can be related to the times we’re living in.
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Are you searching for the best mini-golf courses to play during spring break? Have you ever sensed the excitement of a well-aimed putt, the electrical energy of a strongly navigated mini-windmill, or the spine-tingle of the ideal off-obstacle ricochet, you will know there is no sport quite like miniature golf. From its humble, American roots, miniature golf (also called “putt putt” or “goofy golf”) is popular globally, with the same sense of competitiveness and excitement as regular golf with the utter joy of unusual surfaces, novelty obstacles, and hidden tricks that send you pinging off-course.
Mini golf or putt putt is very popular in the USA, with beloved courses located all around the nation. Nearly every major city will have a few fun options. They range from using unique themes to simply setting …
Golf gloves are recommended in golf but are not reviewed as often as other gear pieces that golfers use. Most golfers will automatically wear a glove on their hand at the top of the grip and that Cabretta leather is the golden standard in golf glove production.
But there’s an incredible variety of gloves on the market, and it may be confusing when you look at each of the options: there is more to it than just finding the ideal size.…
Playing golf during coronavirus pandemic might be challenging. The Center for Disease Control defines Social Distancing as “keeping distance between yourself and others outside your dwelling.” Three specific guidelines are attached: maintaining at least six feet between you and others, avoiding gathering in big groups with acquaintances and friends, and avoiding “mass parties.”
State and local governments have widely accepted these recommendations, but their responses have varied. A growing number of counties have inflicted temporary shelter-in-place laws, directing all “non -essential” companies to temporarily halt operations. Citizens have been instructed not to go outside their homes except to purchase goods or to find periodic exercise while observing social distancing practices. Then other places have started opening back up with new restrictions and guidelines.…
Mini-golf piloted in 1922 when Thomas McCullough Fairbairn, regarded as the creator of the contemporary miniature golf, designed artificial green carpets as well as artificial curves, bunkers, and water hazards. This new idea resulted in a miniature golf boom in the 1920s.
In 1926, a couple of innovative professionals designed mini golf courses on the rooftop of a New York City skyscraper, and the new mini-golf trend took off on other structures shortly after – approximately 150 rooftops classes have been in operation by the completion of the decade in New York City alone, and tens of thousands all over the US.
During the Great Depression, many of the popular mini-golf courses ended up closing. Now, the mini-golf trend is starting to return to its origins and reappear on rooftops.…
Labor Day and Memorial Day are among the most popular weekends of the year for the nation’s mini-golf courses. But in an increasingly tough business climate for old-school mini-golf courses, many may shut their doors. Leaving many local community members distraught at the notion of losing the beloved dinosaur or other legendary iconic on the classes.
Miniature golf as we know it did not start to take shape till the 1950s. In 1954 Don Clayton and his Putt-Putt Golf Corporation. He started a mini-golf course in Fayetteville, North Carolina that highlighted two different innovations: An aluminum barrier encased every hole, and the carpet players putted on was expensive, explicitly designed to endure the conditions.
It seems easy now, but Clayton had only built the only course in town which players can play …
Many people know miniature golf as a younger cousin of golf. The game made its entry into the United States in the early 1920s. By 1930, the United States had over 25,000 mini-golf courses around the nation. In fact, at the time, enthusiasts of the game built courses almost everywhere; from rooftops to vacant parking lots.
For many people, mini-golf is also more interesting and engaging than regular golf. Participants play this mini-version of regular golf on small greens/courses. Each course consists of a series of holes. To successfully putt a golf ball into one of the holes players must hit it through an obstacle. These obstacles are meant to make putting more challenging and more fun.
Yet, unlike regular golf, which many people consider an elite sport, mini-golf is a social sport. …
Customer reviews of miniature golf courses can bring up some interesting positives and negatives about the business.
Most focus on the enjoyment factor of the course and the fun themes and designs. However, a lot of parents are also keen to highlight the safety and cleanliness of a facility.
This brings up an important question that many mini golf facility owners always have top-of-mind:
How do we keep our courses clean and inviting, without breaking the bank? Can we make cleaning more cost-efficient using new technology like the latest robotic vacuum cleaners such as the iRobot Roomba 690 (see review here)…
The popularity of mini golf in America has held on surprisingly long. The world of gaming and family entertainment is full of high-tech attractions and newer experiences.
The family-friendly fun of the mini golf course continues to draw in people of all ages. It is an inclusive sport that blends competition and adventure. The best courses achieve repeat visits from families during vacations.
It is a great way to have fun, kill some time and enjoy the weather. The problem for owners is that it takes the right sort of mini golf gear to create the perfect course.…
Outdoor fundraisers, particularly when the weather is warm, are a great way of raising money. What is even greater is an outdoor fundraising in which participants get to participate in a fun outdoor activity and at the same time, donate funds.
Miniature golf tournaments are popular among many people looking to fundraise. One of the reasons it is so popular is the fact that mini golf is a game fit for both adults and children. It’s a great way to have some family fun in the state of New York for a good cause.
While these tournaments are a great way to raise funds, their success largely depends on how well it is planned and organized.
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Governors Island New York has been an important destination for mini-golfing families for some years now. Many mini golf courses in the country find a theme, stick with it and continue to build their reputation.
Some of these classic parks have a sense of nostalgic charm because they retain their features and can be replayed year on year. The Park at Governor’s Island took an entirely different approach by teaming up with FIGMENT for their FIGMENT NYC summer projects.
FIGMENT began life in 2007, which means that next summer’s mini golf will mark their ten year anniversary. At first, they started small. The company ran simple one-day community events with …
Mini golf is an industry where businesses cannot afford to grow stale. There are so many new trends and cool new hangouts appearing that established courses need some new tricks to complete. Golf courses across America have been looking into simple adaptations to their greens and layouts to diversify the gameplay.
A standard 18 hole game is ideal for keen players that appreciate a full afternoon’s play and the challenge of the course. However, this approach of play is not for everyone, and there are some interesting adaptations taking place.
The most obvious option for many golf club is to provide shorter courses. Younger, novice players and corporate groups may not have the time, patience or skill …
Mini golf is still enjoyed by some kids across New York City, but many parents wrongly assume that they need to go out of town to find it. There are lots of exciting mini golf courses across the city that are ideal for family days out. Mini Golf Industry decided to find an angle that made their mini golf course a must-visit attraction. The following courses provide a range of themes and entertainment opportunities for families.
This center in The Bronx is precisely what many families would expect from a miniaturized golf course. The year-round course is essentially a tiny golf club in a picturesque part of Pelham Bay Park. There are 18 holes for fierce competition around the manicured gardens …
Golf is a game that needs a number of kits to play the game and negotiate the golf course successfully.Amateurs will start out with the basics in the categories below while keen players will be looking for a high-end model that gives them an edge. The following mini golf gear reviews provide an introduction to the different types of equipment and models on the market.…
Mini golf establishments need to come up with interesting new tactics and designs to draw customers in and stand out. Some put the money into fresh designs and modern tech while other go for the weirder gimmicks. Night golf is certainly the latter, but it is catching on.
Night golf is just that – mini golf played at night. The idea has been used on full sized courses with great success. The principle follows that of the indoor courses with their UV lights and glow-in-the-dark features. The challenge of the game is that players cannot see the full course ahead of them.
There is very small light available to see boundaries and obstacles or to judge the distance …
