28% match
For White tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stratton Mountain Resort and Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
171
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Mountain/ Forest Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mountain/ Forest, 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 23%Aim 19%Accuracy 15%Precision 14%
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.
17
Average HCP
10.8
Minimum HCP
29.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mountain/ Forest
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mountain/ Forest.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
strattonsupv@intrawest.com
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
74 Founders Hill Road
Course Description
Stratton Mountain Resort is a prominent ski resort located in Southern Vermont, established in December 1961. It began with three double chairlifts and a base lodge, and has since evolved into a comprehensive winter sports destination. The resort features a variety of trails for both skiing and snowboarding, catering to all skill levels, and is equipped with modern lifts for efficient access to the slopes.The resort is known for its diverse accommodations, dining options, and vibrant après-ski scene, which reflects its European influences. Stratton has a rich history in snowboarding, having hosted the Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships for many years. Today, it continues to attract families, experienced skiers, and snowboarding enthusiasts, making it a popular choice for winter sports activities.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Geoffrey Cornish/Bill Robinson
Opened
1984
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(2844 reviews)
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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 Mountain/ Forest, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course forces repeated precise irons into varied par fours while long par fives dare big swings with blowup threats on tough ones.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726478 yards5923 metersCR 71.7Bogey 96.8Slope 135
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 49.1 · Slope 141
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.7 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 13 | — | 10 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 349 | 205 | 398 | 374 | 621 | 321 | 381 | 158 | 470 | 3277 | 398 | 418 | 317 | 139 | 504 | 324 | 174 | 519 | 408 | 3201 | 6478 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 725316 yards4861 metersCR 65.7Bogey 87.9Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 45.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 42.8 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 13 | — | 10 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 315 | 121 | 267 | 342 | 521 | 300 | 347 | 142 | 440 | 2795 | 327 | 275 | 245 | 105 | 390 | 285 | 130 | 390 | 374 | 2521 | 5316 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726019 yards5504 metersCR 69.1Bogey 93.6Slope 132
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 47.3 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 46.3 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 13 | — | 10 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 323 | 186 | 372 | 355 | 545 | 304 | 358 | 150 | 448 | 3041 | 372 | 387 | 305 | 129 | 467 | 295 | 140 | 504 | 379 | 2978 | 6019 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mountain/ Forest
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 profile42% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
78% match
For White tees
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision18%
Aim14%
64% match
For White tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring26%
Aim25%
Alignment20%
10 Week Flagship Program for Mountain/ Forest
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mountain/ Forest. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 7≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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26% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision25%
Trajectory21%
55% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
51% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization21%
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Get Started70% match
For White tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
44% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
61% match
For White tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment30%
Scoring20%
Distance Control20%
56% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring23%
Alignment18%
68% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
61% match
For White tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision27%
Accuracy25%
Aim23%
55% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Aim23%
Distance Control18%
61% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim34%
Scoring21%
Alignment20%
67% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Accuracy16%
Alignment11%
82% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Scoring20%
Distance Control19%
Aim16%
69% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP6 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Aim17%
47% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Aim27%
Trajectory17%
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Get Started31% match
For Blue tees
Visualize long lines, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
68% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
61% match
For Blue tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment36%
Distance Control22%
Aim17%
51% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
35% match
For Blue tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
60% match
For Blue tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
64% match
For Blue tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Precision25%
Distance Control15%
42% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
82% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring23%
Aim20%
Alignment19%
65% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started57% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring27%
Alignment14%
51% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Aim20%
Alignment16%
62% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Aim26%
Alignment20%
71% match
For Blue tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control22%
Scoring19%
68% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Accuracy23%
Scoring18%
54% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control14%
62% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Aim22%
Distance Control17%
28% match
For Gold tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
74% match
For Gold tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring19%
Aim17%
Alignment17%
65% match
For Gold tees
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment21%
Accuracy19%
77% match
For Gold tees
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
71% match
For Gold tees
Control long iron distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring21%
Trajectory10%
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Get Started68% match
For Gold tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Mountain/ Forest
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 Mountain/ Forest
Get answers to common questions about playing Mountain/ Forest and what to expect.
How difficult is Mountain/ Forest for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Mountain/ Forest challenges consistency. The 135.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 71.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mountain/ Forest?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5897 yards. The back tees extend to 6478.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Mountain/ Forest?
With a course rating of 71.7 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Mountain/ Forest and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6478.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Mountain/ Forest and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Mountain/ Forest strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 135.0 and yardage reaching 6478.0 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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