How To Become a Miniature Golf Master
Sunday, August 22nd, 2010
Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Milkhouse and more videos in the Outdoor Activities category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com If golf is a gentleman’s game then miniature golf must be the game for the rest of us. Here’s how to navigate your way through the windmills and waterfalls to become master of the mini links. To complete this How-To you will need: A scorecard Time to practice The rules Concentration Your own putter (optional) Step 1: Study the course layout. Pick up a scorecard, which will give you the pars for each hole, and walk the course. Note the obstacles and hole placements on each green so you won’t be surprised later. Step 2: When you’re dealing with short distances, speed control is everything. Take plenty of practice putts before playing a round with a group to determine whether the turf is slow or fast, and how hard you have to hit the ball. Tip: Bring your own putter to avoid using an unfamiliar club. The putters courses provide are often too short, too tall, or in poor condition. Step 3: Take time to read the rules on the scorecard. Know the stroke limit for each hole, and how far you’re allowed to reposition your ball when it’s pinned against a barrier. Learning the rules can actually help you shave strokes off your score. Step …