Dies ist Santa Rosa, wo die Karte die tatsächliche Stadt darstellt und die Runde auf ihren echten Straßen gespielt wird. Die Löcher sind aus echten Sehenswürdigkeiten gebaut und enden mit einem letzten Putt im Luther Burbank Home and Gardens. Skip ist ein lokaler Führer, der diese Straßen gut kennt. Eine schnelle 9-Loch-Runde umfasst 3,6 Meilen mit einem Gesamtpar von 29.
A single redwood tree milled in Guerneville provided every piece of lumber for this building. Once those boards were assembled, they became the Church of One Tree, a historic building in Santa Rosa, California. The structure had its inception in 1873 and was built in 1873/4. I always think it is a bit funny that a whole church can be traced back to just one giant tree. You can still visit this architectural structure today to see how that redwood was used to create the entire space. It is a rare example of how one massive piece of nature can be transformed into a community landmark. When you look at the walls, just imagine that every single plank came from the same root system. It makes the whole place feel connected in a way most buildings simply cannot match.
Tucked into the city of Santa Rosa, you will find the Luther Burbank Home and Gardens. It is a botanical garden that preserves the former home, greenhouse, gardens, and grave of Luther Burbank, who lived from 1849 to 1926. If you look closely at the house, you can pick out the Greek Revival architecture. The site is recognized as a California Historical Landmark, specifically designated as California Historical Landmark #234. I find the layout of the greenery quite relaxing for a stroll. Whether you are interested in the plant life or the historic house, it is a peaceful spot to spend an afternoon in the city. It is a great place to slow down and see how the grounds were maintained.