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A History of Spring Lake Park Amusement / Sir Goony Golf – Part 2: It Came From Tennessee (or maybe Florida)

August 17, 2018 No Comments

August 13, 2018 by Tom Loftus (aka Mr. Tee) The Sir Goony Golf Franchise was launched in 1962 by Dutch McGrath in Chatanooga, Tennesee with the opening of a new course. Notably, this wasn’t far […]

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Par, Virginia

Jefferson Falls Miniature Golf – Falls Church, VA

August 16, 2018 No Comments

Played on July 21, 2017 Reviewed by Mr. Tee My first round of sweaty mini golf in VA at Upton Hills mini golf necessitated getting refreshments and food before taking in another 18 holes. The Eden […]

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Upton Hill Regional Mini Golf (Ocean Dunes) – Arlington, VA

August 9, 2018 No Comments

Played on July 21, 2017 Reviewed by Mr. Tee A Midsummer 2017 jaunt out east to Baltimore for the Pink Putter’s art project landed me with free time to travel the coast. A bucket list visit […]

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A History of Spring Lake Park Amusement / Sir Goony Golf – Part 1: Sunset

August 6, 2018 No Comments

August 6, 2018 by Tom Loftus (aka Mr. Tee) We begin this magical mini golf journey at the very end. After nearly 40 years, closing time came to a classic mini golf course from my […]

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Drive By, Missouri

Cool Crest Family Fun Center – Independence, MO

August 2, 2018 No Comments

Visited on January 12, 2018 Photographed by the Pink Putter It was a chilly midwest winter day and we were visiting Kansas City to do some mini golf consulting work with the Nelson Atkins Museum […]

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Defunct: Saints North Rollerskating & Mini Golf – Maplewood, MN

July 26, 2018 No Comments

Played on September 16, 2017 Reviewed by Mr. Tee Driving east of the Twin Cities on Highway 36 I could have sworn I saw the words mini golf on the side of a building. Rigorous […]

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Joe’s 3rd Annual Mini Golf Open – 2018

July 25, 2018 No Comments

Written by Mr. Tee An elaborate and enthusiastic email kicks off this story. Joe, a fellow mini golf fanatic based in Minnesota, sent us a kind note in June thanking us for this mini golf […]

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Defunct: Putt-Putt Fun Center- Richmond, IN

July 19, 2018 No Comments

Documented July 28, 2017 by Mr. Tee & The Pink Putter Words by Mr. Tee Update – Through a few sources we have confirmed that this location permanently closed for good. Their Facebook page hasn’t […]

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Colorado, Drive By

Breckenridge Mini Golf – Breckenridge, CO

July 12, 2018 No Comments

Visited July 6, 2018 Photographed by the Pink Putter Nestled in the mountains of Breckenridge, CO is a mini golf course with a backdrop like no other. Ride a copper gondola from downtown up through […]

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Victory Links Tournament Greens Putting Course – Blaine, MN

July 5, 2018 No Comments

Played on September 3, 2017 Reviewed by The Pink Putter It was really hot that day with little shade. Plus I’m much more a fan of classic mini golf than I am of putting. But […]

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Defunct: Glow in One – Blaine, MN

June 28, 2018 No Comments

Played on March 23, 2018 Reviewed by the Pink Putter It was a long, cold winter which extended well into April. Towards the end of March we both had a Friday off, so with the […]

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Minnesota Mini Golf – Top 5 Courses, 2018 Putting Guide & Archive

June 22, 2018 No Comments

*For an updated guide on mini golf in Minnesota, check out our new Minnesota Mini Golf Putting Guide posted in July 2021.* Around the world, the game is written and verbalized in English in numerous […]

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DEFUNCT: Walker Artist-Designed Mini Golf 2018 – Minneapolis, MN

June 21, 2018 No Comments

Played on May 22, 24 & 26 (and like a bunch more dates throughout Summer 2018) Review by Mr. Tee Each year since 2012, the Walker Art Center has hosted artist-designed mini golf holes as […]

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Birdie, Minnesota

Lilli Putt Mini Golf Revisited – Coon Rapids, MN

June 14, 2018 No Comments

Played throughout the 80s, 90s, and 00s by Mr Tee. Initially reviewed Feb. 2013. Replayed June 2017 and May 2018 by Mr. Tee After our nearby favorite Goony Golf closed in 2017, we were eager […]

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Can Can Wonderland – St. Paul, MN

June 7, 2018 No Comments

Played numerous times between February 2017 to June 2018 Reviewed by Mr. Tee & The Pink Putter We’ve anticipated the opening of a new whimsical space from the mind of Chris Pennington for years. The […]

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A Couple of Putts follows Mr. Tee (Tom Loftus) and The Pink Putter (Robin Schwartzman) as they play, review, document and design mini golf courses around the world.

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Rarely get to visit mini golf built before 1950, b Rarely get to visit mini golf built before 1950, but we stumbled upon Rio Nido Pee Wee Golf by chance in the Sonoma Valley and had to document this course that was built in 1948. It’s still open & run by volunteers in the community to this day. Tucked between redwoods near the Russian River, this charming lil course was one we were glad to visit and hope to actually play at some point. More photos and words by Mr. Tee over on the site for your holiday weekend enjoyment!

#MiniGolf #PeeWeeGolf #SonomaValley
Scale of Stingers is wild! In advance of the AMA t Scale of Stingers is wild! In advance of the AMA tournament in a few weeks, Mr. Tee got up a new review of this tri-colored turf monster of a course where the par is 53. Just north of Milwaukee, Stingers is a fun challenge with a great bar and clubhouse that includes a 19th hole where you can win a free game. 
⛳️❤️💙💚⛳️

#MiniGolf #Milwaukee #AMAMiniGolf
Jumping back a bit with this review of Congo Falls Jumping back a bit with this review of Congo Falls Lost City course on the Ocean City boardwalk on the Jersey Shore. Mr. Tee was joined by pals from The Putting Penguin and O-Street Mini Golf to navigate this adventure golf course that had strong Indiana Jones vibes. big apes and lots of fun features throughout the course. Reminded in this review how many fun courses are spread out across the Jersey Shore and definitely want to get back to play the other 2 courses in this facility. 

#MiniGolf #OceanCity #JerseyShore #Golf
An absolute stunner! The Adam course at Bowling BR An absolute stunner! The Adam course at Bowling BRNO is one of the most unique mini golf experiences in the world. Luxurious, challenging, fun, massive, and visually pleasing. Hits all the marks of what makes a superb course. Fitting to review (see more on the site!) this today when pals are competing on this course. All of the courses at Bowling BRNO combine to make this one of the best facilities for adventure golf in the world but this is Mr. Tee’s favorite there. Bravo!
#minigolf #BRNO #adventuregolf
Drive By review of Mr. Tee’s visit to the Putters Drive By review of Mr. Tee’s visit to the Putters mini golf experience at Urban Playground in Manchester, UK is now ready to enjoy! Unique tech-forward putting experience that feels custom-made for a group outing. Three different 9-hole courses with circus, carnival and “virtual escape” themes for you and your pals to enjoy. The proprietary putters and balls are like nothing we’ve seen before and you can use them in these fun environments where you’re trying to score more points than the others in your group. 
#MiniGolf #Manchester #UrbanPlayground #CrazyGolf
The Sundsvall Bangolfklubb operates one of the bes The Sundsvall Bangolfklubb operates one of the best mini golf facilities in the world. First up for review is the green course where Mr. Tee enjoyed training with locals who are world champs and tried to compete in the weekly competitions with a kind group of retired folks. Also know to the public as Ädventyrsgolfen Granlo, this club has thousands of annual members who enjoy this beautiful course in an idyllic setting on nearly a daily basis. Built by CityGolf and immaculately maintained by the Söderlund family and members. Tom älskar den här banan. Hole-in-One #MiniGolf #Sweden #CityGolf #Sundsvall
Professional baseball meets mini golf! The Milwauk Professional baseball meets mini golf! The Milwaukee Brewers set the bar high for miniature golf at professional sports facilities. Mr. Tee visited this brand new course a few weeks ago on his way through town. This free to the public 6 hole course is cute, plays well, and a must if you’re in the area. This course is free and open to the public to enjoy! Full review is up. Swing by if you’re out at a ballgame or just bring your own putter and take a few laps around. 
#MiniGolf #Milwaukee #Brewers #MLB
Exploring north of Door County on Washington Islan Exploring north of Door County on Washington Island. Two new courses added to the future review list. First time taking a ferry to an island to play mini golf. Red Putter tourney on Saturday. 

#doorcounty #minigolf
A little behind the scenes look at Morton Arboretu A little behind the scenes look at Morton Arboretum’s Wonder Woods course from our work on this course. We included a few extra photos from the shop not in the review. Always enjoy working with Minneapolis fabrication shops, especially dog-friendly ones!

#minigolf #dogs
The world of trees, insects, and the environment a The world of trees, insects, and the environment are explored in this fun mini golf course at the Morton Arboretum in Chicagoland. We worked on this course from start to finish and love how the gameplay, color scheme, and immersive environment bring together science, education, and play. See our new review of Mr. Tee playing the full course in Lisle, Illinois. Get out to play this one while you can this summer!

#MiniGolf #STEM #MortonArboretum
A classic American campground course review is up A classic American campground course review is up for today’s 250th birthday. These old courses are still out there and have lots of charm. We played this one near Knoebel’s in Pennsylvania. 

#minigolf #classic
We got the chance to discover a newer Minnesota mi We got the chance to discover a newer Minnesota mini golf course, Blue Lagoon Mini Golf, while we worked on an artist-designed course at the Rochester Art Center. Our review of the course is up now! This newer Harris designed & built course is solid and a fantastic addition to the area. They’re running leagues, serving snacks (including ice cream!), and have great vibes.

#MiniGolf #Rochester #Minnesota
After Mr. Tee’s first WAGM in the Czech Republic, After Mr. Tee’s first WAGM in the Czech Republic, he snuck in a minigolf stop in Prague at SK Oaza Praha before catching his flight. A tucked away rustic 18 lane eternit/Europabana course in a residential area. Took Mr. Tee a minute to find it and after a little help from google translate, he was able to convince the staff person on hand to let him play! Full review of the adventure up on the site now.

#MiniGolf #Czechia #CzechRepublic #Eternit #miniaturegolf
Mr. Tee’s fondness for Ball Fore Miniature Golf co Mr. Tee’s fondness for Ball Fore Miniature Golf comes through in the new review on the site. This baseball themed course south of downtown Chicago with alternating red, blue, and green turf and a customized muffler man at the entrance stands out amongst this style of course. As you can see in the review, Tom’s personal affection comes from a great experience in a tournament. Enjoy and more reviews to come soon!

#MiniGolf #Chicagoland #BallFore #AmericanMiniGolfAlliance #AMAMiniGolf
Congrats to the winners of the Pro Division of the Congrats to the winners of the Pro Division of the 4th annual Looniest Mini Golf Open! 1st Place 🥇 Derek Hartman, 2nd Place 🥈 Bryan Akers and 3rd Place 🥉 Erik Haselius #looniestopen #minigolf #miniaturegolf⛳️ #minigolftournament
Congrats to the winner of the Women’s division of Congrats to the winner of the Women’s division of the 4th annual Looniest Mini Golf Open @robinschwartzman! #minigolf #miniaturegolf⛳️ #looniestopen #minigolftournament
Congrats to the winner of the Junior division of t Congrats to the winner of the Junior division of the 4th annual Looniest Mini Golf Open, Owen Pendleton! #looniestopen #juniors #minigolf #minigolf⛳️
Congrats to the winners of the Amateur Division of Congrats to the winners of the Amateur Division of the 4th annual Looniest Mini Golf Open! 1st 🥇 @robinschwartzman, 2nd 🥈 Owen Pendleton and  3rd 🥉 @thatguyj666 #minigolf #miniaturegolf⛳️ #minigolftournament
Kicking things off at the 4th annual Looniest Mini Kicking things off at the 4th annual Looniest Mini Golf Open! ⛳️ Thanks to our sponsor @jonnypops #looniestopen #minigolf #minigolftournament @islandlakegolfandtraining
First time playing mini golf in the Netherlands! S First time playing mini golf in the Netherlands! Started off well on this very challenging concrete style course with a black rubber surface. Got much much harder
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A Couple of Putts