Plumas Pines Golf Resort, Graeagle, CA ~ 402 Poplar Valley Rd (530) 836-1420 ~ www.plumaspinesgolf.com
By Eve DeVeir
“Wouldn’t it be great to be Head Pro here?”
The comment to his father from then 14 year old Brandon Bowling, as he played Plumas Pines Golf Resort, turned out to be prophetic. Following his junior and collegiate golf, where he played against players like Tiger Woods and Chris Riley, Bowling gained his PGA Class A card, returning to Plumas Pines to accept the position of PGA Head Pro.
Plumas Pines Golf Resort ~ Graeagle, Ca
“It’s been 11 years and not a day of work yet,” said Bowling. His philosophy of ‘the more fun-the better’, shows throughout the resort. He credits owner Clementina Clemco with making the necessary investments to elevate Plumas Pines to its’ enviable position of a great golf destination, along with a staff that loves what they do.
Brandon Bowling
Along the way, Brandon met and married his wife Kerry, whose grandfather Paul Heck had pursued his vision of originally developing Plumas Pines. The father of two sons, ages 5 and 8, Brandon delights in teaching Junior Golf. “It’s a wonderful way for young players to gain the ethics and morals necessary for the game, and for life in general” he said. Classes are available spring through fall on the course. During winter, classes move to their indoor teaching center, complete with video software for players to review their progress.
But Plumas Pines Resort is more than golf. Executive Chef Sean Conry brought his training from the Culinary Institute of New York, to take Longboards Bar and Grill to a whole new level, as envisioned by the Cleary family when they bought the resort and remodeled the restaurant to honor the history of the area. In addition to the award winning menu, Conry offers special wine dinners that highlight the extensive wine list. Far from stuffy, the restaurant is family friendly. The lounge features a full bar to enjoy at days’ end, and the expansive view from the deck is sure to impress.
A wide variety of lodging is available. Whether it be a well appointed home on the resort grounds, or nearby hotel, “There is a package for every budget.” according to Bowling. If your hearts’ desire is to own a nearby home, wife Kerry and her parents at Graeagle Properties can fulfill that dream as well.
“Come join us for a memorable day, week, or lifetime!” said Bowling. The resort is easily accessible an hour out of Reno or Tahoe at Graeagle.
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Longboards Bar & Grill is open 7 days a week from noon to 9:00 p.m. for lunch and dinner and Call 530-836-1111 or email conrysean@hotmail.com to make your 2011 reservations or with any inquiries or questions. Dont forget to ask us about our Build Your Own Play, Stay, and Dine Packages and our Golf and Dinner Package. Golf and Dinner is available Sunday through Friday for tee times after 1:00 for $99 per player. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you!
