The course itself will test both the golfers will as well as his shot making. Every hole throughout this course presents a slightly different challenge, and to score well, players need to possess a great deal of control over their shots. Because of this, Brown Deer is not what one would deem a ?hacker friendly? course.

The grass in the fairway is soft and spongy, which makes it easier for player to hit under the ball in order to achieve the necessary loft for iron shots. The greens possessed a reasonable amount of speed and consistency, although the pin placement on a few holes was needlessly difficult.

There are several signature holes, but the par 3's, particularly holes 9 and 17 stand out. A local golfer who frequents the clubhouse at Brown Deer said "nine is easily the hardest hole here. Consider it a miracle if you make bogey or less." This closing hole on the front nine lists at 169 from the white tees, but plays closer to 200 yards due to the wind and the large bunker and pond guarding it to the front right. To play this hole to any pin location, golfers should hit a 6 or 7-iron off the tee and aim to the center of the green and let the wind carry your ball left. From here, you will have a short chip shot followed by a tough putt to save par.

With the exception of the two on-course bathrooms which were dingy and disgusting, the amenities here are pretty good as well. The clubhouse has two levels and features a full service restaurant with a bar next to the pro shop and a walkout deck and reception area on the 2nd level. The pro shop is well-stocked and items are somewhat reasonably priced for a championship caliber course.

Brown Deer is an excellent course for mid to low handicappers looking to challenge themselves and take their game to the next level.

Latest Update: 3/16/2011