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North Quarter Park reviews
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Newbies Beware 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Apr 29, 2022
Played the course:once
Other Thoughts:
Short nine holer fit into a small neighborhood park; mostly clear of the playground which is the primary feature of the park
White Dynamic Patriot baskets, in good shape. Excellent signage (more on that later). Framed woodchip tees that have been dug out and rutted; most have become unuseable.
Hard to know who should play this course. The hazards are too severe for newbies, although the language on the signage is aimed at introducing people to the game:
~ Three of the nine holes border a deep "drainage gully" with steep sides covered with wild growth and a creek at the bottom. These are pretty narrow holes with too little margin for error by the typical newbie
~ Some holes use a grove of trees for shaping, and they're pretty good. The one exception is #6, which requires a throw up over a mound through a drive of tightly-packed trees with no visible lines. It's obvious that installation of the course did not allow for any tree removal, and this is the one hole where restrictions really compromised the design
~ I'll admit I became a little obsessed with the signage. It's professionally produced, indicating distance and providing a map. But in addition to the typical messaging you find on course aimed at newbies ("watch out for others", "stay clear of the property line", etc.), there were these:
"Yes, there are totally trees in the way. That's what makes it fun!"
"The basket is far, far away and not even visible from here. May the Force be with you!"
"Believe it or not, this sport is so popular, the 'World Flying Discs Federation' is a thing!"
"Keep practicing. One day this could become an Olympic sport. Like 'Curling.'"
Umm, wait - are these signs now mocking disc golf???
On the surface, the course appears to be aimed at new players. But the design of the holes is better for experienced players who understand the need to avoid severe hazards, and can carve lines through trees. It's like somebody said let's make the hardest possible layout we can in the small patch of land we have. It would be perfect for evening beer leagues with mids and putters, featuring lots of smack talk. Not for kids.
White Dynamic Patriot baskets, in good shape. Excellent signage (more on that later). Framed woodchip tees that have been dug out and rutted; most have become unuseable.
Hard to know who should play this course. The hazards are too severe for newbies, although the language on the signage is aimed at introducing people to the game:
~ Three of the nine holes border a deep "drainage gully" with steep sides covered with wild growth and a creek at the bottom. These are pretty narrow holes with too little margin for error by the typical newbie
~ Some holes use a grove of trees for shaping, and they're pretty good. The one exception is #6, which requires a throw up over a mound through a drive of tightly-packed trees with no visible lines. It's obvious that installation of the course did not allow for any tree removal, and this is the one hole where restrictions really compromised the design
~ I'll admit I became a little obsessed with the signage. It's professionally produced, indicating distance and providing a map. But in addition to the typical messaging you find on course aimed at newbies ("watch out for others", "stay clear of the property line", etc.), there were these:
"Yes, there are totally trees in the way. That's what makes it fun!"
"The basket is far, far away and not even visible from here. May the Force be with you!"
"Believe it or not, this sport is so popular, the 'World Flying Discs Federation' is a thing!"
"Keep practicing. One day this could become an Olympic sport. Like 'Curling.'"
Umm, wait - are these signs now mocking disc golf???
On the surface, the course appears to be aimed at new players. But the design of the holes is better for experienced players who understand the need to avoid severe hazards, and can carve lines through trees. It's like somebody said let's make the hardest possible layout we can in the small patch of land we have. It would be perfect for evening beer leagues with mids and putters, featuring lots of smack talk. Not for kids.
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Evictor
Experience:
7 played
7 reviews
Fun 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:May 6, 2022
Played the course:once
Pros:
Easy to understand and navigate. Just hard enough to be worthwhile. A little downhill and a little uphill.
Cons:
Tee pads were pretty bad. Wood chips were heavily pitted
Other Thoughts:
Not epic but fun for some quick tosses.
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SandmanZS
Experience:
9 played
2 reviews
Solid beginner course 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Aug 29, 2020
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
Variety of approachesShort holes are good for beginnersTee pads and baskets are brand newNot heavily wooded allowing for good practice approachesPlenty of parkingClose to downtown Chester
Cons:
Short holesPoison ivy in the one really bad roughVery open
Other Thoughts:
This course was built for kids to start playing on a more approachable course than many in the surrounding area. It is fun for beginners and intermediates and the short course makes it an easy round when you are short on time.
