The Drive
What is Disc Golf?
Like Traditional “Ball” Golf Played With a Disc
Disc golf is a lot like traditional “ball” golf, except players use specially made plastic flying discs
instead of balls and clubs, and throw them for ‘par’ at an above-ground target instead of a hole in
the ground. There are different types of discs used for different purposes, much like ball golfers use
different clubs.
Players Start by Teeing Off, Finish by Landing in Target The Approach
The object of the game is to throw a golf disc into the basket (a steel basket over which chains
hang), in the fewest number of throws. The player begins by ‘driving’ from a designated tee area and
continues toward the target, throwing each consecutive shot from the spot where the previous throw
has landed. Finally, a successful ‘putt’ sends the disc into the target. The most satisfying sound a disc
golfer can hear is the ‘ching!’ of a disc crashing the chains before dropping into the basket.
Courses Vary in Length and Terrain
Most disc golf courses consist of 18 or 24 holes, and you’ll find some nine-hole courses too. Hole
lengths vary, but generally fall between 150 and 500 feet each. Trees, shrubbery, water and terrain
changes offer plenty of hazards to avoid, and it becomes very possible to lose a disc in areas with
thick growth, tall trees or (SPLASH!) deep water. Fortunately, at retail prices between $9 and $20, lost
discs are more easily replaced than your typical nine-iron.
Easy on the Environment, Inexpensive, and Fun
With the incredible rise in popularity of ball golf, it’s no surprise that disc golf is also enjoying a
similar -- if proportional -- rise in popularity. Disc golf offers many of the same pleasures: fresh air in
a beautiful landscape, the camaraderie of friends, and the challenge and excitement of combining
personal skill and speed to project an object toward a target. In addition, disc golfers can feel better
about themselves and their environment, knowing that chemical pollutants aren’t being used to keep
The Putt
their playing fields looking good, nor do acres of trees need to be clear-cut or wetlands filled in, as is
sometimes the case for too many ball golf courses. And perhaps best of all, disc golf is inexpensive.
The only equipment you need is a flying disc, and most disc golf courses are located in municipal
parks, which admit players for free or charge a minimal fee for daily or yearly access.
Golf Discs Make Playing More Fun
Don’t expect to see many freestyle discs out on the course. These discs fly great, but can’t deliver the
distance you’ll want for driving. On the other hand, the sharper edges of a golf disc can be very
painful if used for a game of catch!
The game draws a friendly, easy-going crowd of 500,000 regular players who
welcome and encourage new players. Traditionally dominated by 18 to 54-year-
old males, the field of disc golf players has expanded greatly in recent years to
include many women and families. Kids love it, it’s a cheap date and a great
excuse to get a little outdoor exercise. Bottom line: disc golf can be big fun
for everyone regardless of age, gender or economic status.
The Gear Bag
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