The Hidden Valley Golf and RV Resort is pleased to have its golf course open for the season, and it’s looking forward to the start of camping on June 1.
Hidden Valley’s Hideout Golf Course opened for play May 15, like other courses in the province. Owner Brad Dutton said the course has been busy since it opened, as there have been a lot of golfers eager to get out and play and enjoy some fresh air.
“Opening weekend for golf is always good here. It’s always good to get open for your opening weekend,” said Dutton.
The golf course is in excellent shape, Dutton said. It could use a little more heat, but the maintenance crew is working hard to boost the course’s condition.
Dutton said the restrictions associated with COVID-19 have affected Hidden Valley. Their tee times are now 12 minutes apart, instead of the 10 they traditionally had, and they can’t accept walk-ons.
“When it’s busy, every hole is full here,” said Dutton.
He was pleased to have the driving range and putting green ready for the start of the season. Initially driving ranges weren’t going to be able to upon at the same time as courses, but the government amended its rules for golf courses days before the season was to begin.
But Dutton also believes driving ranges should have been allowed to open before May 15.
The restrictions associated with COVID-19 for golf courses have forced Hidden Valley to do a lot more cleaning, and they need to follow rules when it comes to their pro shop.
Hidden Valley’s campground will open for the season on June 1. Several seasonal campsite owners have moved in their campers already.
About half of their 135 campsites are seasonal. Hidden Valley can only book half of their overnight and short-term sites.
But Dutton said the campground looks good, and it will be ready for the start of camping season June 1.
