I've been meaning to review this course for a while, but it has been really nice to see it grow and improve since I first started playing here at the beginning of the year (really nice work Jimb).

This course is great for beginners, as it provides a good mix while still being pretty open. I have only been playing for about a year, getting to play maybe once a weekend, and this course still provides the occasional challenge. I mostly play with mid ranges and putters on every hole, which helps me improve my form and throw.

This is a great course to practice different types of shots (Hole 6 comes to mind for RHFH), while still having a minor amount of obstacles.

The baskets are in really good condition, and the course map does a pretty good job of showing where the tees and baskets are. I also like that a box was added before Hole 1 that provides a map and score cards. This was a great addition to the course, as originally I had to save a copy to my phone for reference.

The biggest Pro for me is the location of the course. Living in Cumberland, this course is less than 10 minutes from me. Before this course was added I had to travel at least an hour to play disc golf. It is really nice to see a course like this so close to home, and I am able to refer this course to friends in the area who want to give disc golf a try.

When I first started playing this course I had a few Cons in mind. However, Jimb has done a great job of improving the course.

Originally, there were issues with the baskets occasionally falling over, and the tees were quite hard to find at times. Now, the baskets are very sturdy and feel more permanent.

The tees are also easier to find, due to the grass being cut shorter to signify them. However, if I play when the grass hasn't been cut in a little while it can be hard to find them. I have the course memorized now, but I could see how it would be difficult if it is your first time playing.

One current Con is the lack of tee pads. For most of the holes I think the natural tee pads are fine, but there are a couple that could be improved. I'm particularly thinking about holes 2 & 5. Hole 2 can get kinda slippery if it has rained, and is a little awkward with the roots from the tree being right there. For hole 5, there are tree roots in the white tee pad, which can make it difficult to get the proper footing for your tee shot. However, once you've played it a couple times it isn't so bad (I've almost ace'd it twice now, so its still workable).

Another Con that comes to mind is the hours of availability. However, I know this isn't avoidable due to the location, and I totally understand. I just try to play every Saturday that I can.

Also, not a Con for me, but it could be for others, is the change in elevation between holes. The course is pretty hilly compared to others I have played, but I think it provides a nice extra level of challenge and fun. However, I could see this being a Con to beginners, or those with any physical limitations.

As I said before, this course is great for beginner and intermediate players, but could be disappointing for more experienced players who are looking for tight technical holes or are trying to throw massive drives.

If you're in the area and are looking for a nice, fun, 9-hole course, then I highly recommend this one. Jimb has done a great job with the layout with the space given for this course.

Less than a 5 minute drive off of I68 in Cumberland, MD. Right across the street from Sheetz with gas and food. Within a 5 minute drive from many other places to eat, shop, sight see, etc., in historic, downtown, Cumberland. About a 15 minute drive to an excellent 18 hole course at Covenant Village.

The course starts close to the parking lot. Parking to the right of the three crosses (in-between the crosses and the gym) and walking up towards the crosses from that side is the easiest way to access hole #1. Basket #9 is just a short walk from the parking lot.

Using the map, and the directional "next tee" tape on the basket rungs, the course is pretty easy to navigate, even with the tee markers being at ground level. The tee markers show the hole #, length, and par. Depending on your level of experience, this can be a very quick play. I can finish 9 in about 20-25 minutes, and I don't move that fast any more. The course basically moves up the hill and into the woods, with the last couple of holes playing onto and across the sports field.

If you are new or newish to the sport, the course should play well for you. The holes are mostly short, especially from the red tees, with some distance and challenge added by the white tees. The course makes good use of the hillside as there are uphill, downhill, flat, and across the valley throws. The course is mostly open, with the scattered trees coming into play on most holes. #6 is the only truly wooded hole on the course.

Due to the open nature of the course, from the reds, you can pretty much pick a line and throw whatever you want on almost every hole... RHBH, RHFH, hyzer, anhyzer, etc. However you want to shape the shot is up to you. The white tees require a bit more length off of the tee and more accuracy. Most holes still give options off of the tee from the whites.

The fact that the course is designed for new and improving players could be a con if you require a difficult, long, course to have fun.

The natural tees can be soft and muddy when the ground is wet. The tee markers are at ground level and can be hard to find if you don't pay attention to the directional tape on the baskets and to the map. The baskets are InSteps, with an added inner set of chains. **Update 7-12-20. The baskets are now painted a much higher visibility yellow. There are new, bolder, flags and the basket number is now displayed on the poles.** The tees, tee markers, and baskets all serve the purpose, but aren't special in any way. Being on church/school properly limits the course availability/hours of operation.

When you finish #9, be careful, as you do have to cross the fairways of #3-4 on the short walk back to the parking lot.

Hi, I'm Jimb, the course designer. I received approval to install the course at my church/children's school, and have done so over the last several months. Other than our maintenance staff mowing the grass, I am basically responsible for the course.

The course was installed for the school, church, and local community to use. I designed it to introduce new players to the game and to serve to allow players some room for growth and improvement. Anyone is welcome, though, for sure, and I've already had the opportunity to meet three players from outside of our immediate area on the course. I think that the Red and White labels on the tees should be pretty indicative of the course difficulty. It would probably fall into the easier range for both red and white skill levels. The school gym class has already used the course and I introduced disc golf to the church youth group, too.

I was pleased to see that mstevens06 reviewed the course before I did. It made me feel good to know that the design and work put into the course were paying off. She is a newer player and it's great to know that she had a good time on the course. This is really what I was hoping to achieve.

If you come to Central as an experienced player, expecting a super challenging course, you will probably be disappointed. If you want to play a quick 9, and have some fun, though, hopefully you will.

Finally... I wanted to explain my 2 rating. I have been playing over a dozen years and have played over 100 courses in 20 states. I'm trying to look at the course as if I found it on DGCR, and not designed/installed it. I think that I would have been glad that I played it as long as my expectations were reasonable. Yes, I'd love to give it a 3 or 4. But compared to other courses, based upon my experience, it wouldn't be right, or serve any productive purpose, for me to do so.

Again, for a newer player, I would hope that it would prove quite fun. I learned to play on a relatively short course like this (Shawnee SP) myself, and loved it. It still holds a special place in my memories. Hopefully, someone else will be able to look back on Central fondly like that.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send me PM here on DGCR, or to post on the courses feed. (I do have a longer, harder, layout in the works. I don't want to put it up on the site yet, but would be glad to give out details if interested.)

Thanks for reading and be blessed. Jim

Great for beginners! Mostly open course but has a couple holes that play in the woods to add a little difficulty. Has some good terrain differences. Something a little different for every hole but not too challenging. Nice confidence builder. Will definitely be back!

Flat tee markers were hard to find in some places but I had a great guide (Jim who designed the course)! Once you've played a round you'll get the hang of the layout.

Happy to have a local course (about 20 min from where I live). Nice place for a quick 9 holes!