Northstar-at-Tahoe (Northstar) may be best known as a winter resort, but when the snow melts, Northstar�s award winning 18-hole resort golf course provides plenty of warm weather fun. The unique course is almost like playing two courses in one. This season, golfers will experience many benefits and new challenges in their game since Northstar switched its front nine with the back nine.

Switching the Nines: To spice up the season, players will now start their game on the more challenging half of the course, where shot making is a premium. The new front nine requires tight, precise play with tree-lined, narrow fairways and small greens. On the back nine, players can relax and enjoy well-lit and wide-open, links-style play with frequent bunkers, three ponds and scenic views unique to Northstar�s location in the Sierra Nevada.

Northstar�s scenic course provides a number of challenges in the valley and the woods. The switching of the nines will not change the unique course design but rather improve the way the game is played. These changes will increase the speed and flow of the course as well as provide optimum light and weather conditions for a great day of golf.

Jeff Richter, Northstar�s new PGA Golf Pro says, �Switching the nines has two great advantages. First it helps to avoid frost delays that plague the Sierra/Lake Tahoe golf courses throughout the season. Second it allows afternoon golfers, who may only have time for nine holes, to come out and start on one of the most memorable nines in the area.�

Course Design: Northstar�s par-71 (men) and par 72 (women), 18-hole course was designed by Robert Muir Graves, legendary landscape architect. His designs are notorious for integrating rugged, wooded sites with wavy bunkers and putting surfaces. The result of a Graves creation is a very active looking course. His unique features create a flow of movement in the land, qualities golfers will experience while playing at Northstar-at-Tahoe. -more- The course plays up to 6,781 yards. Northstar offers four tee locations and carries a rating of 72.4. Course amenities include a putting green, driving range, clubhouse, locker rooms, snack bar, Martis Valley Grille restaurant and lounge, and a golf shop. The golf course is open daily from 6:30 a.m. to dusk, while the driving range hours are 6:30 a.m. � 6:30 p.m., weather permitting.

Recognition: The golf course at Northstar has achieved designation as a �Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary� by the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary System (ACSS), the educational division of Audubon International. Northstar-at-Tahoe�s golf course is the fifteenth course in California and 351st in the world to receive this honor.

Rates: Green fees for the 2004 season range from $49 (twilight walking) to $75-$105 for 18-hole green fees that include a shared cart and a small bucket of balls (excluding value season). Golfers who book a tee time after 1 p.m., Sunday � Thursday, will enjoy Northstar�s 18-holes for just $75. Early birds can play before 9 a.m. on the back nine for $49, including a shared cart. Spring season, twilight, junior (ages 16 and younger), and senior (ages 65 and older) rates are available. Spring season is from May 14 through June 17 (weather and course conditions permitting). Tee time reservations will be taken up to 14 days in advance, 45 days with a $5 fee. Northstar�s golf course also caters to groups. Group outings can be arranged by calling (530) 550-8364.

Lessons: Golfers can always improve their game, and those interested in brushing up on their skills can take advantage of Northstar�s golf programs for children and adults. Private and group lessons are available daily and prices are based on the length and number of students in the lesson. Call (530) 562-2490 for lesson information and reservations.

Season Passes: A variety of season pass options are available this summer. Full season passes are available with no play restrictions from $1,199 for adults to $619 for juniors. The Value Pass prices range from $729 for adults to $379 for juniors. Value season passes are valid from opening day to June 17 and again from September 20 to closing. For those who prefer a later game of golf, p.m. passes are available for $529 for adults and $279 for juniors.

Northstar-at-Tahoe is located off Highway 267, just six miles from the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. For more information on Northstar�s golf course or to schedule a tee time, please call (530) 562-2490, or visit www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com.

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Nicole Klay Communications Coordinator Northstar-at-Tahoe and Sierra-at-Tahoe office: 530.550.2618 fax: 530.550.9455 nklay@boothcreek.com