On the beautiful ISBVI campus, just down the driveway to the right, by the track, is a pretty, parkland 'bowl' of mostly level grounds with nine yellow DisCatcher baskets, small concrete tee pads (or paved paths on 1, 7 & 8), and high visibility (high contrast) signage at each tee plus a course map by hole 1, down beside the Optimist building. The holes are not overly long (139 to 212 feet), but incorporate the park trees nicely to make your ace/deuce runs fun practice for your upshot game. And Williams Creek is tranquil and nice to enjoy after you hole out on 6.

The course won't challenge experienced disc golfers because it was conceived and installed as a recreational activity for the blind and visually impaired, and it fulfills that function very well. For the most part, the holes are straightforward and open, with very few places to lose a disc. There are a couple of opportunities to shape and control shots around trees (4 & 7) and under some low ceilings (1 & 3). And with the paved walkways in close proximity, you could call 'on or over' as OB, for added challenge.

The course has been in place for a little while now, and the bright yellow paint on the baskets is beginning to fade. Likewise, the ground is a little uneven and soft this spring, feeling like the course doesn't get a lot of play. But mostly, if you are looking for places to show off, your arm this ain't it. The place is tranquil, and the course fits that motif perfectly.

I must confess I played this 'private' course on a Saturday, and looked for someone on campus to ask permission, but didn't run across a soul while I was there. The gate says you must check in at the 'switchboard', but I'm not sure where that's at. I'm sure it is their intention to keep this private, for the safety of the visually impaired.

Reviewer Background as of this writing: played 264 courses and written 247 reviews, with skills hovering around a 900 rating, I started playing at 50 and am now 55. I don't throw far (300 footers feel like success), but am addicted to DG, and have played with folks ranging from age 7 to 87, so I try to write reviews helpful to all.

Specifically designed for the Visually Impaired. With the Discatchers center pole and baskets painted bright yellow,for greater visibility. Set in an area of the Schools grounds,it's secluded and rather quiet. Dennis is working with Rose Hullman Institute of Technology. His goal is to find or develop audio technology for the disc. So the Blind can play! 6 concrete tee pads with the other 3 tees using the paved trail. Easy to read, large number tee signs with hole map and next tee,par and distance.

Could be a little boring for more experienced players, that are looking for a challenge. If you have the chance and are looking for ace runs and birdies,then you'll have fun here.

Hole #1 is the longest at 212' open drive with the DISCatcher surrounded by a handful of mature Trees. Hole #2 is a 181' Straight Shot. Hole #3 is 209' with a low canopy drive. Hole #4 a 145' with two large trees 15' to 20' from the basket. Hole #5 a 162' Straight shot with Marsh on the left. Also has a bench by the tee pad. Hole #6 a 139' Hyzer shot,DISCatcher behind a large bush. Hole #7-170' tee from the paved trail,with your choice of drives. Hole #8 201' Straight shot with the DISCatcher in the middle of two trees. Hole #9 177' an open drive with the DISCatcher surrounded by mature trees. Congtratulations Jacob,I hope you get your Eagle Scout badge!