Mount Pleasant Magazine 6.3

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from 6,859 yards down to 5,208 yards from the forward

markers. Water comes into play on seven holes, and the

fairways are fairly large and forgiving. The greens are mildly

undulating and guarded by bunkers, both sand and grass.

At RiverTowne, director of golf Pete Dunham reported

that work was finished on a green-side bunker renovation proj-

ect this winter, putting in “Better Billy Bunkers,” as well as re-

shaping several bunkers and eliminating a few. Said Dunham:

“The goal was to make the course more playable for the higher

handicap players while improving the drainage and playability

of the bunkers. We are hoping for a great spring and summer.”

RiverTowne is Arnold Palmer’s first signature course in

the area. The club for several years hosted Annika Sorens-

tam’s event on the LPGA Tour and is situated among scenic

marshlands and live oaks, with 13 holes routed along the

Wando River and Horlbeck Creek. Tree-lined fairways

provide generous landing areas to set up approach shots to

multi-tiered greens guarded by bunkers and water. The club

boasts a superb practice facility, impressive clubhouse and a

dining area and bar.

Snee Farm Country Club is located on the 200-year-old

Snee Farm Plantation. The private club is home to a George

Cobb-designed championship golf course, a newly reno-

vated clubhouse, a full-service restaurant and bar, a fitness

The 14th Hole at Charleston National.

The 11th hole at Rivertown.