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EspressoPatronum
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Experience: 18.7 years 232 played 223 reviews
3.50 star(s)

One of the Most Unique 9 Holes Out There 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:May 2, 2021 Played the course:once

Pros:

- concrete tees
- well maintained and cleanly mown
- 3 practice baskets/games
- entire additional "warmup" hole
- huge elevation changes
- technical wooded shots are challenging without being impractical
- Innova Discatcher baskets in good shape
- some benches throughout course
- garbage cans at entrance
- clearly marked dual tees with different color coding
- dual baskets with different colors
- great natural beauty
- next tee signs
- navigation straightforward except between 3 and 4
- nice staircase on hole 5
- area devoted to disc golf, no safety hazards
- driving practice area with distance signs on hole 8 fairway

Cons:

- some rough is pretty rough, this course is off the beaten path a bit
- some built in steps, but a lot of steep terrain that could use some more, gets a bit hazardous
- hole 7 is almost too easy due to short length
- course doesn't end very close to parking lot
- some tee sign damage on hole 9

Other Thoughts:

Wow, Brickyard impressed me. I think this might be my 2nd favorite 9 hole course after Campton Hills in Illinois. While some spots of rough were pretty thick, the course was generally well maintained, had great signage, and great amenities, from the practice baskets/warmup hole to the benches, next tee signs, etc. - about all that is missing is bathrooms.

The highlight here is the huge elevation change. If this were an 18 hole course with a bit more length on some of the holes I'd probably be rating it a 4. There is fantastic natural beauty, and this seems like a pretty quiet, less played course that you'll have to yourself. I was playing early in the morning so it may fill up more later in the day, but I kind of doubt it. The downside is there's just about nothing near this course. I hit it on the way home from Minneapolis on a road trip, but you kind of have to be in the area for some reason.

Some of the tee signs were a little beaten up, especially hole 9, but otherwise the course was really in good shape and has been well maintained. Some holes were a bit short, but generally the technical challenge and elevation change made up for that. Since there are 2 tees and 2 baskets per hole, generally, there are lots of ways to play. Hole 7 was the weak one for me, with a distance as short as 133 ft. depending on tee/basket. You shoot over a very deep ravine, but unless you really botch it, you're just throwing to an even height plateau on the other side. Of course, to get there, you have to walk all the way down and back up!

I think the other biggest con is how you end up a ways from the parking lot after hole 9 and have to hike back. I think the course designers could have found a different way to handle this, but it's not that big a deal.

On hole 8, the distance markers for driving practice are a nice touch, but since they share the fairway with 8, you're only going to be able to use this if the course is empty. My guess is you'll get that chance, but you never know.

I really enjoyed Brickyard (and would honestly like to know where it got the name). I would stop for a quick round again if I was passing by, although I don't know when that would be. This course is definitely worth checking out and plays in 45 minutes or less, just be prepared for some hill climbing. One of the best for elevation change, especially on a 9 hole course.
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Mattyaug
Experience: 9 played 1 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Woha! 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 24, 2019 Played the course:once

Pros:

What a great course! Tons of work has gone into this place. 2 Championship 9 hole courses in the same place.

Cons:

Tee pads are short, but not worth skipping this place. A must see. Don't bring a cart.
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c0nehead
Experience: 21.8 years 18 played 1 reviews
1.50 star(s)

Brick5hit yard 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 18, 2017 Played the course:once

Pros:

The signage is pretty good indicating pin placements, tee pads and direction to the next hole. Many options for right and left handed shots. Really tons of options and tons of potential.

Cons:

The course appears as though it doesn't get much attention from anyone. The vegetation is crazy unruly, cockleburs galore, tall marsh grasses. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with less than 2 yrs experience. Shots need to be super dialed to not go on an epic hunt for your disc.

The landscaping that was once done is neglected, erosion is a huge issue.

Other Thoughts:

Don't bring a cart if you go. Bring a bag for other peoples trash, even though there are ample trash cans there are coors and linies easter eggs all over in the rough.
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Pigpenwi
Experience: 19 played 1 reviews
0.00 star(s)

Promising but Needs alot if work 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 3, 2017 Played the course:once

Pros:

Very prety. Lots of technical shots

Cons:

Extremely overgrown. No clear paths hole 7 and 8 were particularly neat holes that were also very dangerous due to unclear path and poor footing. This course needs a brush fire. I will not be coming back to this course unless someone does slot of work and make it actually enjoyable to play

Other Thoughts:

Kill it with fire and start over
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Ultimate Frisbee Guy
Experience: 1 played 1 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Fun course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 20, 2016 Played the course:once

Pros:

Fun technical course to play.
- you have options for baskets for most holes
- two sets of tees for each hole
- very scenic course
- since out in middle of nowhere, probably not a lot of traffic (nobody else on course when we played in the afternoon)

Cons:

Long way from Twin Cities, but fast to get to because of I-94. Not many really long holes, so for those who like to display a power arm, you might not enjoy it.

Other Thoughts:

Worth the trip for a fun technical course. A lot of elevation and scenic shots which I truly enjoyed.
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Money_Shot
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 19.8 years 125 played 39 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Very Fun 9 Hole 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Oct 9, 2015 Played the course:once

Pros:

-2 pads and basket locations on each hole.
-Great elevation shots
-requires a nice mix of different types of throws.
-Visually a nice, comfortable course to be throwing
-Pads are in fair condition on most holes.
-Some highly technical shots, and a few open shots as well.

Cons:

-In general, the course does not offer any bomber holes
-technical course and that's about where it ends, appealing to only a portion of the disc golf community as some people definitely don't prefer this style of throw.
-There were a few wet areas on the low ground, but from everything I read, we hit this course up at the right time because we had minimal issue with flooding
-Its only 9 holes.

Other Thoughts:

All said and done I prefer a more technical throw and do not have a big drive (I throw about 350 on the top side)....that being said, I absolutely loved throwing this course. I had a ton of fun and in my book it is the best 9 hole course I have played. That maybe would be different if several holes were flooded out like other reviews said, but when this course does allow all holes to be played it is a ton of fun. I generally rate 9 holes fairly low as they are only 9 holes and rarely seem to be much fun, but the 4 I gave this course is about my ceiling rating for any 9-hole course. If in the area and like to play a more technical course, without a doubt stop and play this course. I will definitely stop my next time heading through Wisconsin to go to HighBridge or down to Steven's point.
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RDisc12
Experience: 11 years 8 played 6 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Good for a 9 hole! 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 5, 2015 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

-Most holes are a good length for all players
-Two tees and two baskets for each hole
-Signs are in good condition
-Garbage cans and benches everywhere
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Cons:

-Swampy and muddy holes
-Standing water is common in wet months
-Hills are a death trap! Logs held in place with rebar sticking up are used as steps.
-Signs can be misleading with the severity or turns on holes

Other Thoughts:

-Overall a fun course
-Fairly quick play so you can play three or four rounds in an afternoon
-Close to Menomonie and the Red Cedar Trail for other recreation
-Hole 8 has posts driven into the ground and can double as a driving range
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Moose33
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 12.2 years 203 played 201 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Really cool course 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 23, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

A diverse layout with massive elevation changes, techical shots and fauna in your path.

There are some bogs in play this time of year so there is that added challenge, and the views are fantastic.

There are multiple teea and baskets for every hole, and Appearantly they change the placements often(thank you they!).

Many of the holes are well marked and there are log steps up many off the steep hills.

Cons:

It's just nine holes, though you can play at least 4 configurations of each hole so it's not so bad.

Holds a ton of water in places and the downhills that don't have steps are pretty slippery.

Not too many major cons, I played in the rain when it was getting dark with some discs I've never thrown before and it was still enjoyable.

Just wish it had one or two longer holes.

Other Thoughts:

Saw tons of deer, a huge groundhog and a big variety of birds. The locals are nice and the place is quite nice overall. The local guys said it floods badly in late spring so gotta look out for that.
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Ramapa
Experience: 8 played 2 reviews
5.00 star(s)

Fantabulous Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Oct 12, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

The historic land upon which the Brickyard Disc Golf Course is located abounds in beauty. The beauty is seen abundant in the flora and fauna throughout the hills and valleys. The welcoming area invites any player with its pergola including grill, picnic table and extra leisure seating. There are several warm up baskets in this large plateau which overlooks the entire scenic course.
The free to play course encompasses challenging shots over valleys, along a swampy edge, around a small pond, down well placed fairways, over hills and thru trees. Each of the 9 holes has 4 throwing options and 2 cement tee pads thus giving numerous rounds of play options. Along with these various playing options each hole provides a player (novice-advanced) with a mixed variety of challenges.
It is my understanding that the new signage will contain Brickyard history, accurate mapping, sponsorship, and hole adoptees. Arrows will aid in next hole location for ease of playing. Each hole has seating for relaxation and wait time, also large garbage containers to help promote a clean course.
The Brickyard Disc Golf Course is a prime location to the nearby family friendly Middle School course, the scenic challenging Lambs Creek course at Pioneer Grill and Saloon, and the Wakanda course (Menomonie's first disc golf course). Also nearby are private courses and two much played courses in the nearby city of Eau Claire.
It is pleasing to know that the civic minded members of the Stout Disc Golf Club, who are the care takers of this course, host tournaments to benefit various programs.

Cons:

In searching for cons I can only say that understandably mother nature plays havoc on the land, but doesn't that just bring out a more challenging disc golf experience in the best of us? Now if only port-a-potties would be available at least from April - December.

Other Thoughts:

Many thanks to those who unselfishly take care of the course for others to enjoy and have a wonderful experience playing disc golf in this area. My sincere appreciation goes out to the city of Menomonie with land management, UW-Stout addressing the needs brought forth by the Stout Disc Golf Club, Menomonie schools with Arbor Day volunteers, the tourism sector with events, camps and trails highlighting availability in the area, and to the community as a whole; especially Red Cedar Medical Center / Mayo Clinic Health System for supporting disc golf thru Wellness ROCKS and the EDGE Program. Thanks to those who devote their passion and labors into making this a truly great disc golf course. This free to play course is definitely a must!
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Koerner26
Experience: 15.8 years 114 played 2 reviews
4.50 star(s)

A Hidden Gem!! 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 10, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

The Brickyard is a very unique Disc Golf course just outside of the UW-Stout Campus in Menomonie, Wisconsin. For only a 9 hole disc golf course, the Brickyard offers a variety of features that many courses do not have. Probably the most unique aspect of the Brickyard is that it plays like an 18 hole course with 2 baskets on every hole. The Course also includes 2 separate tee-box's as well allowing for 36 possible hole combinations. The overall hole distances on the course range for about 470ft to 130ft with the average hole being about 250ft range allowing players of all levels to have an option best suitable for the level of play. As stated earlier each hole has 2 separate tee-boxes including nice tee signs with an aerial of the hole along with course and club sponsorships. Also many of the tees include benches and trash cans. Hole 3 has a small shelter with a bench underneath it at the white tee-box while the long pad has a very nicely landscaped bench behind its pad! The course plays through some pretty rough terrain which to some people may be a con but to me the terrain gives the Brickyard an amazing atmosphere allowing players to make shots that I have not seen at any other course that I've played. There is a nice staircase built going down the hill on Hole #5 along with other well defined paths throughout the course from hole to hole. The Brickyard also has a "Putting Pavilion" in which they have 3 baskets there to practice including games such as Around the World to play either before or after the round. This pavilion also include a Warm-Up Hole which is about a 130ft tunnel shot through the woods which will lead you right to Hole #1's pad.

Cons:

There are a few very minor cons to the Brickyard. As stated in the "pros" section there course play through some rough terrain so this could be a problem to some people. Another con of the course is there are no restrooms on sight which isn't a big deal but could cause some hassle. In the early spring there are some "causal" ponds that develop on Hole 2 and Hole 5 from the melting snow. The water isn't too deep but can cause an annoyance at times. There are also a few area's within the course where the brush is thick so be careful. Also, there are a few spots along the course where erosion is starting to take its toll as well. Overall there are not too many cons that come to mind with this course though!

Other Thoughts:

Overall the Brickyard is a must play if you are in the area! This is by far the best 9-Hole Course that I've ever played and it personally ranks as one of my favorite courses! There are many great courses in Menomonie but if I could suggest any course to play it would have to be the Brickyard because it's not your typical course! If I had the option I would rate this course a 4.25/5 but since that is not an option I'm going to give the course the benefit of the doubt and bump it up to a 4.5!
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jwilly
Experience: 107 played 7 reviews
5.00 star(s)

A Great Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 1, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

1) The biggest advantage this course has is the multiple pins, pin placements, and tees. This nine hole course actually play like a 60 hole course over a full year and is actually a 36 hole course at all times with 2 baskets and 2 tees for each hole.
2) It has a variety of shots that combine both finess and distance throughout the round
3) It is well maintained year round and doesn't stay too busy at any time of the year.
4) free to play and easy to locate

Cons:

1)The signs are getting a little worn down and need to be replaced.
2)It is not the easiest course to play in the winter and spring since it is not shovelled and it is very prone to large pools of water.
3) there are definitely some confusing area getting from hole 3 to 4 and 8 long down to the fairway, but follow the signs and it should work out.
4)erosion is starting to take a toll on the course as a whole so watch where you step.

Other Thoughts:

I love going out to this course every day that I get a chance because I know that I will never live within walking distance of the best 9 hole course I have ever played again after I graduate. Get out here and play this course!
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wolfhaley
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Premium Member
Experience: 19.9 years 970 played 542 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Great 9 hole 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Sep 22, 2012 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Two sets of concrete teepads at each hole. Two baskets at each hole as well. Disccatchers with yellow bands on top are for the shorter white tees, baskets with orange band on top are for the longer blue tees. The best signs i've ever seen on a course before. They provide hole number, an excellent map of the hole layout with pictures of both tees and both pin locations including alternates. They also show the direction to the next hole which is always nice to have. Excellent variety of shots here, with the land available being used very effectively. There are a few very challenging downhill or across a valley shots here that if not executed properly will cost you. Unlike most 9 holes this one can be played many times without getting repetative due to the multiple ways to play each hole. Trash cans available throughout the course. Three practice baskets and a short tunnel shot warm up hole at the beginning which was cool to see as well. Many of the tee areas have beautiful wood framed areas around the tees with multiple benches throughout the course. Not really many places to lose a disc here either. They have steps going up and down most of the steep hills with most having logs staked into the ground on the terraced hillsides. There is a an awesome set of Wood stairs going down the hillside after teeing off from hole 5 i believe it was.

Cons:

Its only 9 holes but with the 2 sets of tees and pins its basically an 18 so this isn't even a con. The walk between hole 3 and 4 can be confusing the first time through. I could see this course getting very busy at times with UW-Stout not too far away and the fact this is the best course in menomonee. Humane society is on the same road so there is lots of barking. No restrooms or even a port o potty here, the only ones being at the park across the street. Not so bad for me but it is for any girls playing the course. I could see a few areas being swampy after a lot of rainfall, but not much they can do about that. Bugs weren't a factor when i went in late september but i could see them being an issue in spring or summer, again nothing the designers can do about this, Just have bug spray available. Not much else here

Other Thoughts:

Definately the best 9 hole i've ever seen. I would like to see more courses adopt this format to offer twice the variety of shots on half the land. Has a huge fenced in dog park on the same property as the course and is a dog friendly course, just pick up after them. Very nice course with Wakanda, Menomonee Middle school, Axldog Acres, and Lambs Creek all within a half hour as well.
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Manimal
Experience: 18.7 years 44 played 5 reviews
4.00 star(s)

A 9 hole with a lot to offer 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 17, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Multiple pin placements, Short and Long Tees made of cement. Has a huge variety of shots from downhill/uphill, hallway shots, doglegs, and distance. This course may only be 9 holes, but when combined with the varying pins/tees, can be played as up to a 36 hole course.

Cons:

When it's wet out their are swampy areas that pool water, this can be a real pain if you have a bad throw, easy to lose a disc in the muck.

The Humane Society is located right next to the course, so if you find the sound of constantly barking dogs a distraction, this might not work out for you.

Other Thoughts:

A nice secluded course that challenges players of varying skill levels. The trees sculpt the fairways and are definitely a factor that varies with the season. The paths can get rough, and you can easily slip on the steeper slopes, so wear some good grippy shoes that protect your feet.
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ecstokely
Experience: 11.9 years 10 played 1 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Very technical Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 2, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Very technical and fun course.

Its only nine holes, however the two tee and pin locations allow for very different feels. if you play multiple times through. Playing a mixed format Allows you to have a lot of variety.

Holes are mapped out well with signage at every tee.

Great place to practice a mid and approach game.

Pairs well with wakanda in town for a good day of disc golf.

Cons:

There are only a few holes to stretch the arm out on long drives.

Blue tee on hole 8 could be concrete. Gets slippery.

Gets overgrown at times during the summer. Maintenance is kind of inconsistent. Has been cut frequently in recent weeks.

Some of the dirt trails could use steps and maybe a few markers. If you've never played it before it could be difficult to find a few tees. And climbing or descending some of the hills can be a bit scary if youre carrying a heavy bag

Other Thoughts:

This is one of my favorite courses, but with a bit more trimming and a new tee pad on 8 this could be GREAT!
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warmastar
Experience: 12.7 years 9 played 5 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Fall Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 10, 2012 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

*Great terrain use
*Challenging holes
*Multiple Tees and Holes
*Well documented signage
*Warm up drive range and putting

Cons:

-Lack of maintenance
-Unsafe paths
-Confusing paths between holes/tees
-Very buggy during the summer

Other Thoughts:

This is a course best played when the weeds have been matted down by the fall leaves. There is very little course maintenance so if you go during the summer make sure to go later in the day. The dew from the morning will make for a very wet and uncomfortable experience if you go too early. Also if you go during the summer set aside a healthy chunk of time for disc searching as the weeds tend to get very thick.

Last thoughts:
If I was rating this only by my fall experiences I would give it 4 stars. If I was rating this only by my summer experiences I would give this 1 star.
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PTJohnston
Experience: 13.6 years 21 played 4 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Brickyard 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 12, 2012 Played the course:once

Pros:

Dual Tees, and Dual baskets, presents a huge array of ways to play this course. Great use of the land to make for a very challenging technical course, in a small space. Mostly set in a small valley going up and down the sides, it has a feel of roughness, as if there is a battle between course maintenance and nature. It made for a great feeling, and wonderful views.

Cons:

Its too far away from the Twin Cities for me to play with any regularity, which bums me out.

Other Thoughts:

My girlfriend and I drove down from the twin cities to do a little camping and disc golfing. Menomonie is a great destination for any disc golfer, and Brickyard is a big part of that.
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Goosefraba
Experience: 14.7 years 114 played 12 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Best 9 hole? 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 22, 2012 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

*Wide open holes as well as challenging holes through multiple trees.
*Multiple pin placements. Most holes have orange and yellow baskets, with some having 2 possible pin placements for one or both of a color.
*Elevation changes.
*Hole 1 mostly open with a few trees
*Hole 2 mostly open with a few trees going from higher elevation to lower elevation
*Hole 3 open
*Hole 4 many trees, higher elevation to lower
*Hole 5 mostly open with a few trees going from higher elevation to lower elevation
*Hole 6 several trees going from lower elevation to higher elevation
*Hole 7 (one of the best holes around) many trees across a small valley
*Hole 8 wide open going from higher elevation to lower elevation
*Hole 9 lower elevation to a higher elevation with many trees

Cons:

*Only has 9 holes
*The second time I played this, the dogs were going nuts, so the barking got old.
*Rubber mat on #8 always seems wet/slick, so would be better to remove it.

Other Thoughts:

Great course but does get busy at times. A touch overgrown at times, but not a real issue.
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SleekrBeekr
Experience: 14.8 years 63 played 20 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Brickyard 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 24, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

9 hole with multiple tees and pins offering a nice variety.
Concrete tees with maps and some nice landscaping work on most.
A lot of elevation changes.
Warm-up hole and practice baskets, including around-the-world markers on one.
Dog park nearby.
Well maintained, fairly nicely designed, and some of the landscaping work really makes it look nice.

Cons:

Can get crowded.
The layout on a couple holes has you walking up or across fairways, but visibility is pretty good so people always see you.
Bugs!
Slippery, messing, and even a bit dangerous in some spots during the winter and early spring months.
Tends to get a bit muddy after a good rain.

Other Thoughts:

I love this course and play every time I'm in Menomonie, it pairs well with Wakanda or even Axldog out in Boyceville.
The warm-up holes and around-the-world make for really enjoyable pre-game activities.
There are a lot of elevation changes for a 9-hole course, that combined with the multiple tee and pin layouts make this course fun yet challenging and add a high replay value.
There is a small brewery close by and they host a couple fun tournaments during the year. There is also a dog park and an animal shelter near the course.
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harr0140
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Premium Member
Experience: 15.2 years 1508 played 475 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Brickyard Booya 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 9, 2012 Played the course:once

Pros:

1) Amenities abound here . . . Bike-rack, nice patio area with a pergola to block the summer sun, kiosk with plenty of room for information, mailbox for something (maybe scorecards?)3 practice baskets and a warmup hole . . . are you kidding me, they have a hole for you to practice on without interfering with play (that is awesome), garbage cans available around the hangout area (which I can only imagine is packed with college coeds all day everyday in season). What more can you ask for?

2) Dual tees and permanently installed dual baskets (each with two positions (two long and two short)). This course has so many variations it isn't even funny. I would like to know if anyone has aced any combination of layout on any given hole. Pick your tee for the day and pick your basket. I for one couldn't resist throwing one to the long and one to the short the whole way through because they were two totally different holes.

3) Dual tees as mentioned with nice wood structures indicating the white tee and the blue tee. It makes navigation so much easier when you can see the next tee. You can even see from a little distance if the routered hole and tee color are painted in the appropriate color. The beauty of this is that even if you are illiterate if you have some shred of intelligence you can figure out if you are playing the blue tee or the white tee.

4) Nice concrete tees on both of the dual tees.

5) Very nice tee signs (as I mentioned above in the wood structures) but the maps of the holes are cool. They are well done, appropriately scaled (it seems) and they indicate all of the basket positions and all of the basket distances for each tee. Even for just a laminated map they are decent and definitely help you get around the course and know where you are throwing.

6) Excellent Discatcher basket choice on this all wooded course. The only problem I can see if that the yellow banded Innovas and especially the orange banded baskets will get lost in the foliage at times during the year. Other than that issue they are all labeled with the hole # and pin letter to help you know if you are looking at the right basket. I played both baskets at once from the same tee so it was easy to figure out because I had to find both baskets before teeing off anyays.

7) This property is simply amazing and I can only imagine it was thought to be almost unusable for anything else. There is so much variety here from tightly wooded, to moderately wooded, to even somewhat open. Throw in the dual tees, the 4 basket placements (2 permanently installed per hole), the elevation, and the cool basket locations and that makes for just an incredible course.

8) Plenty of garbage cans and benches on the property so you will never have to carry your garbage too far. You also will have plenty of opportunities to just have a seat and enjoy watching other people throw into the trees.

9) Yet another property with power
lines and sewer easements running through it. I gotta find a property with this type of stuff so I can buy it and build an awesome disc golf course.

10) Excellent variety of shot shaping and disc selection needed on this course. There is enough distance variation to keep you on your toes and the discs you need to throw range from putters to mids to drivers (and that is just on the drives). Upshots requires the same decisions all over again.

11) Seclusion is awesome out here until you get near the dog kennels on #9 and the dogs will remind you that they could totally

12) I aced one of the coolest holes on the course . . .. #5b from the blue tees. It skipped nicely off the snowpack and intot he chins. I celebrated alone . . . again!

Cons:

1) Compaction and erosion are definitely a problem on this course.

2) The stairways and some of the landscape work was not the best quality. I appreciate the hard work .. . trust me I do . . . but it just was not the quality I expect as a professional landscaper. Not only were there some spots that were unattractive, but they were downright dangerous. The stairways with the logs and some metal spikes holding them in place . . . were just deadly . . . especially in winter when the "treads" of the stairs were all frozen up in ice. I literally had to crawl down the hills at time and feared having one of those metal retaining spikes or stakes rip me a new one. Do I appreciate the stairs . . . yes, I just wish that things could be done right on our sport and not "the best of our ability". I say this not to rip on the work the people did, but to simply show how our sport is years behind on construction, installation, and maintenance. I just with it would be one right, safely, and not need to be redone all the time.

3) The walk from #1 to #2 was goofy . . . so much so that it would impede players from throwing on #1 until you are already on #2 tee because you walk right back up the fairway of #1. The long walk from #3 to #4 was also a little confusing, but that may be because there was still a lot of snow. It might be more evident where #4 Blue Tee is (up the hill from the white tee which is at the base of the ridge.

4) While the short tees and short baskets may be easier than the rest of the course, I would still consider them to be difficult holes and thus deeming the course the Scarlet letters "BU" as in Beginner Unfriendly. It isn't so much from the distance, it is more from the difficulty of some of the shots, the feasibility to lose discs fairly easily on some holes, and simply put . . . just the walk and flow. Prepare your beginner friends for what they have in store for them.

Other Thoughts:

All in all this is by far my favorite 9 hole course of all time. I did have Bethel University high up my list but this one takes the cake, in fact I think it might just have to shove bethel down a few ratings points. It may only be 9 holes but it feels like it plays like 18 . . . when in actuality it plays more like 50-60 holes with all of the basket and tee combinations. Seriously what more can you ask for? While the negatives are a big deal to me (a professional landscaper), they also have put in as much if not more work on this course than just about any other course I have seen before, so I can't really fault them in the rating because of what I view as dangerous. Eventually I assume everything will be in great shape and appropriately constructed, but it takes time.
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whitechocolate
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Experience: 16 years 437 played 23 reviews
4.00 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 25, 2011 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

-Dual Cement Tee Pads
-Dual Baskets with alternative pin locations
-Practice Baskets
-Practice Hole
-Lots of seating
-Elevation Changes
-Mixed of Challenges (NOV to ADV)
-Land on used for disc golf
-Major improvements started and coming

This course is amazing for a nine hole course. The money and time Stout Disc Golf Club is definitely showing. When you pull into the lot you are great by a large course board with the standard information you expect to find at a decent course. Behind the board, there are two practice baskets for putting as well as putting games you can play. There is a gazebo, a picnic table, and a bunch of lounge chairs right there at the beginning and the end of the course (there were some set up to watching White Tee Hole 9. As you walk from the practice baskets, there is a practice hole. Seriously, an entire hole. It's a short putter or midrange (depending on ability) that starts open and going down a tight corridor. It was nice to throw my putters and mids before starting the round just to strength out my arm.

Each hole had both dual tees and dual baskets. Most of tee pads were concrete. I remember Blue 8 being a fly pad (but I could be wrong). Tee signs were recently put up on the holes, showing where the holes and tee pads are located. On top of there being two Innova discatcher baskets (yellow shorter, orange longer), there were multiple pin placements for each basket. The courses was empty when I got there (got super lucky) and got two play two rounds simultaneously. I played a round from the white tees to both baskets and then played another round from the blue tees to each baskets. I knocked out four rounds (technically) in just over an hour.

The challenges on the holes vary from "deuce or die" to potentially legitimate par 4s from the blue tees. The mix of elevation is solid and the tree cover forces to throw certain and sometimes out of the box lines. An average Rec/Nov player could struggle with finding lines on certain holes, however generally speaking, you will need a variety of shot to birdie majority of these holes. The course itself is exclusively for disc golf. The course is next to the Dunn County Humane Society and they have another area for dog play and well as a dog walking path when you turned into the driveway. It is beautifully secluded. The area benches and gazebos on the course to wait for other golfers to finish. The landscaping and building they have done is solid so far, with still having some work left to be done.

Cons:

-nagivation
-erosion
-amentities

The course flow was a slight issue. I could see how a new player without a lot of course experience could struggle with finding there way around quickly. With multiple pins and pin locations obviously could make things a little more challenging. There are some arrows pointing to the next tee near the beginning of the course, and I am willing to bet by the time they are finished with the improvements, it probably will not be an issue anymore.

Erosion is an existing issues and is being taking care of with other paths being made and well as step and walking path. With a course with this kind of elevation erosion will always be an issue and only get worse with increase traffic. They are doing a decent job of maintaining it. It could definitely use a washroom. Not really a con being manly, but you have the stuff by University of Wisconsin - Stout down the street for bathroom, food, and drink.

Other Thoughts:

This course is one of the biggest stand out nine holes courses I have played. Just having the multiple tees and baskets with different pin locations makes it great. All the extra flair, the practice baskets, lounge areas, practice holes, landscaping makes it awesome. When they are finished with everything, it will be phenomenal. The challenge is there for everyone, you just need to find the difficulty you are looking for. If you are playing on stopping in Menomonie on a road trip to play a course, chose this one. It is noticeable better than the other options. Wakanda, Menomonie Middle School, and Lamb's Creek @ Pioneer Grill are all decent plays, however, this one is the most memorable and offers the most challenges. Lamb's Creek probably edges out Wakanda based on its uniqueness being at a bar and grill.

This is the first nine hole I have ever played that I would say is worth the stop. With having the potential to play four completely different nine holes on any giving day, it has more to offer than your average 18 hole course. If I lived in the area, this is where my wife would be able to find me if I was in trouble. It's gets a 4.0 for now with is excellent. When all the adjustment are made, I'd probably bump it to a 4.5 which is crazy for a nine hole course, but will probably deserve it.
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