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9/12/2010 - 9/17/2010
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POCONO MOUNTAINS, PENNSYLVANIA


Learn and Improve Your Golf Game At a Historic Course

Program #: 13053RJ
Outdoor Adventures: Golf/Tennis; American Studies & History
Also available without accommodations for commuters 		ACTIVITY
LEVEL:
 4

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9/12/2010



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Play golf at historic Shawnee golf course where PGA champions have played. Graced with magnificent trees, picturesque mountains and a beautiful river, this course was A. W. Tillinghast’s original design, completed in 1907. PGA Professionals introduce the significance of the game of golf and the basics of play including history, etiquette and rules. Professional instructors demonstrate techniques in this entertaining and informative series. Good golf etiquette, a strong grasp of the rules and basic practice are emphasized. This program is appropriate for golfers of all abilities and ages. Instructional and practice activities take place in the morning. After lunch play nine holes with a coach.



Mandatory golf carts provided. Rental clubs available with prior arrangement. Metal spikes not permitted.



Date Specific Information

9-12-2010

This program will run concurrently with program #18451, "Preserving the Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge Through Community Supported Agriculture".




Program in association with the Shawnee Institute.



Pocono Mountains

A recreational destination in every season for hiking, skiing, fishing or rafting, the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania feature some of the most beautiful scenery in the state, from fall foliage to sparkling waterfalls.



Road Scholar Instructors

Joe Manley
Joe Manley is the head golf professional at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in Pennsylvania. He came to Shawnee as the assistant head professional in 2003 and became head pro in 2005. Joe graduated from East Stroudsburg University with a B.S. in Recreation and Leisure Services Management. He enjoy instructing golfers on Road Scholar programs and also teaches many junior camps in addition to overseeing all golf programs at Shawnee.
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What's Included...

Learn and Improve Your Golf Game At a Historic Course


You won't find a better value. Included at no additional cost on this date...

  • 5 nights accommodations
  • 14 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
  • Expert-led lectures: 1
  • Hands-on experiences: 9
  • Performances: 1

Plus these special experiences...

  • Learn how to play the great game of golf, or improve your present game.
  • Daily play on a historic, PGA-quality course.
  • Relax and enjoy the many amenities of the Historic Shawnee Inn.
  • Enjoy an evening concert on the lawn of the Inn.
And more...
Back to Back Adventures
Choose a nearby learning adventure to add before or after this program:

New Hampshire:
Digital Photography on an Historic Ocean Island
9/6/2010 - 9/12/2010
apx. 108 miles from program

Pennsylvania:
Gettysburg: The Battle, the Place, the People
9/7/2010 - 9/10/2010
apx. 137 miles from program

New York:
Cornell and Ithaca: Finger Lakes Mecca for the Arts and Sciences
9/20/2010 - 9/23/2010
apx. 122 miles from program

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