Play Miniature Golf
Not far from the Las Vegas Strip is King Putt, an indoor miniature golf facility that is fun, safe, inexpensive family entertainment. The course is sort of a mini-jungle; you're surrounded by animals that seem real because they are illuminated by "black lights." King Putt is open until 10 p.m. during the week and until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
King Putt Northwest
7230 W. Lake Mead Blvd.
Las Vegas, Nev. 89128
(702) 823-1519
Buy A Souvenir
Las Vegas also is home to one of the largest golf shops in the United States. Las Vegas Golf and Tennis has served the golf community there for more than 30 years. It's worth a trip if you're in the market for a new golf shirt, a new pair of shoes or a new set of irons.. Recently, the company greatly expanded its website. It sells every conceivable item related to the sport.
Las Vegas Golf and Tennis
4211 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89169
(800) 933-7777
Join The Tour
Even if you are only an occasional player, you can "join the tour" in Las Vegas. Actually, it is Golf Galaxy's version of the PGA Tour and it's open to anyone who shoots about 95 or better for 18 holes. During most months, there are two tournaments at Las Vegas-area courses and it costs less than $100 per person to play. You can sign up individually, as a twosome or as a foursome and the first prize in each event is $1,000. Participating sponsors are Callaway, "Golf Magazine" and PGA Tour Partners. Visit the company's website to see if there will be a tournament in Las Vegas while you're there.
Golf Galaxy
9637 Anderson Lakes Parkway #102
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 947-4001
About The Author
Bill Herrfeldt specializes in finance, sports and the needs of retiring people, and has been published in the national edition of "Erickson Tribune," the "Washington Post" and the "Arizona Republic." He graduated from the University of Louisville.
