Video Summary — M19 Golf Trip in Spokane / Coeur d’Alene (Celane), ID ⛳️🏌️♂️
Overview
- Trip: M19 mastermind golf trip — Spokane → Gazé (Gaza) Ranch → Coeur d’Alene (Celane) region.
- Group: ~20 members, entrepreneurs (target: 7+ figure business owners).
- Courses played: Gazé Ranch (private, unfilmed), Avendale Golf Club, Coeur d’Alene Resort (resort course with floating green), Circling Raven.
- Goal: Break 80 each round; camaraderie, networking, storytelling.
Day 0 / Arrival
- Arrived Spokane, heading to Gazé Ranch (extremely exclusive, ~$1M initiation) — cannot film; played privately.
- Dinner at Coeur d’Alene Resort to kick off official trip.
Day 1 — Avendale Golf Club (Blacks — ~6,500 yds)
- Conditions: Mid-June, perfect weather.
- Play notes:
- Course plays short; many long irons/5-woods used instead of driver.
- Hidden water hazards (avoid trying to reach).
- Greens fast; firm fairways; well-kept landscaping and scenic homes.
- Strategic holes: short par-4s, risk/reward tree and bunker placements.
- Social:
- Group introductions — members include wealth management/coaching, roofing company owner (multi-state business), executive recruiting firm owner.
- Interactions with kids/fans — signed baseball, memorable fan moments.
- Performance:
- Multiple solid approaches, some blocked shots/tree hits, one “sick par” after aggressive play.
- Overall positive takeaways; course recommended (good public course feel).
Day 2 — Coeur d’Alene Resort Course (Floating green)
- Warm-up: massage, range, hitting toward the lake.
- Course highlights:
- Famous floating green (165 yds hole) — signature feature.
- Multiple stunning par-3s with rocks, sand, elevation; one of the best par-3 collections.
- Tight, true fairways; elevated tees and challenging pin locations.
- Green speeds ~9–10 (per caddie).
- Key moments:
- First-ever M19 hole-in-one witnessed — player Allan aced a tough pin (Titleist ball with initials). Prize: free trip.
- Birdies, chips, and dramatic up-and-downs around the floating green.
- Player interactions: local realtor (>$100M sales), conversations about joint deals/cash buyers.
- Social media moments: ball certification, signed memorabilia, fan interactions.
- Verdict: Loved the resort course; would return. Encouraged viewers to apply at mastermind.com.
Day 3 — Circling Raven Golf Club
- Setting: Driving range with target practice; serene environment.
- Course character:
- Par-5 opening holes, opportunity to attack with favorable wind/backdrop.
- Desert/varied terrain compared to past trips (e.g., St. George, Black Desert).
- Fast greens; elevation effects on distance.
- Personal highlights & anecdotes:
- Members sharing travel properties and mission-driven projects (example: Nicaragua retreat — Eluakon Retreat: 6 acres, wedding/event venue, personal “happy place”).
- Friendly wagers and competitive banter (money matches between players).
- Performance:
- Mixed: some long drives and good birdies; also unlucky lie situations but overall enjoyable play.
- Final thoughts: Circling Raven highly recommended — peaceful, beautiful, worth repeat play.
Key Takeaways / Practical Info
- Course selection & play strategy:
- Shorter championship tees (~6,500 yds) favor long iron / 5-wood play over driver on tight layouts.
- Watch for hidden water and tree carry hazards — play conservatively off tee on blind hazards.
- For resort signature holes (floating green): club selection for wind and fringe landing is critical.
- On firm, fast greens, expect run-up shots and check slopes for up-and-down opportunities.
- Social / networking:
- M19 trips blend golf with high-level networking and storytelling among entrepreneurs.
- Expect group dinners, shared stories, and chances to meet varied business owners.
- How to join: Apply at mastermind.com (target: entrepreneurs doing 7+ figures).
Memorable Moments & Emotions 🎯✨
- Gazé Ranch exclusivity — couldn’t film but huge bragging rights.
- Sightings:
- Hole-in-one (first M19 ever) — major celebration.
- Fans signing baseballs & receiving autographs — authentic, human moments.
- Overall vibe: Competitive but generous; strong camaraderie, beautiful courses, great stories.
Recommendation
- For golfers seeking a bucket-list trip combining elite courses, networking, and curated experiences — consider M19/mastermind trips and play Avendale, Coeur d’Alene resort (floating green), and Circling Raven if visiting the region.
If you want, I can produce a concise shot/club-play checklist for each course (recommended clubs, typical yardages, hazard spots).