Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Applewood Hills Public Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Applewood Hills Public Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
11840 60th St N, Stillwater, MN 55082, USA
Course Description
Applewood Hills Golf Course is a public 18-hole executive golf course located just west of Stillwater, Minnesota, carved from an apple orchard. The course offers a shorter par-62 layout designed to be enjoyable for all skill levels, including families and golf outings, with a focus on a fun, approachable experience. In addition to daily play, the venue features indoor golf simulators, golf outings, leagues, and seasonal events, and operates with year-round activity in mind through its winter simulators and event calendar. The facility emphasizes a welcoming atmosphere and scenic surroundings near Stillwater and St. Paul.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
62
Type
Parkland
Architect
Neil Wilson
Opened
1994
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 29.4 · BR 37.7 · Slope 89
Back Nine · CR 30.8 · BR 40.3 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 30 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 62 |
| Handicap | 18 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 4 | — | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 11 | — | — |
| Yardage | 118 | 145 | 139 | 139 | 134 | 300 | 209 | 247 | 323 | 1754 | 318 | 361 | 128 | 146 | 323 | 330 | 140 | 250 | 146 | 2142 | 3896 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 28.0 · BR 37.9 · Slope 84
Back Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 43.2 · Slope 103
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 30 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 62 |
| Handicap | 18 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | — | 1 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 17 | — | — |
| Yardage | 107 | 128 | 137 | 121 | 123 | 205 | 156 | 224 | 231 | 1432 | 298 | 315 | 118 | 133 | 313 | 302 | 130 | 234 | 132 | 1975 | 3407 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 29.8 · BR 40.7 · Slope 92
Back Nine · CR 32.1 · BR 44.6 · Slope 106
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 30 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 62 |
| Handicap | 18 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | — | 1 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 17 | — | — |
| Yardage | 118 | 145 | 139 | 139 | 134 | 300 | 209 | 247 | 323 | 1754 | 318 | 361 | 128 | 146 | 323 | 330 | 140 | 250 | 146 | 2142 | 3896 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileAvoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Applewood Hills Public Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Sink All Long Putts
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Applewood Hills Public Golf Course
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Applewood Hills Public Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Applewood Hills Public Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Applewood Hills Public Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Applewood Hills Public Golf Course presents a demanding test. With a slope of 99.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 61.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 62.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Applewood Hills Public Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3652 yards. The back tees extend to 3896.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Applewood Hills Public Golf Course?
With a course rating of 61.9 and par 62, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 62 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Applewood Hills Public Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 3896.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Applewood Hills Public Golf Course and how should I play it?
Applewood Hills Public Golf Course is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Applewood Hills Public Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 99.0 and yardage reaching 3896.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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