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[[Image:GoofyGolf.jpg|thumb|240px|right|"T-Rex" and "Da Bear" sculptures, with clubhouse on left]] | [[Image:GoofyGolf.jpg|thumb|240px|right|"T-Rex" and "Da Bear" sculptures, with clubhouse on left]] | ||
− | '''Goofy Golf''' is a [[Wikipedia:miniature golf|miniature golf]] course located at 3924 [[Navy Boulevard]]. It is known for its distinctive cement sculptures that provide a theme to each of the | + | '''Goofy Golf''' is a [[Wikipedia:miniature golf|miniature golf]] course located at 3924 [[Navy Boulevard]]. It is known for its distinctive cement sculptures that provide a theme to each of the 32 holes. Dating back to [[1958]], the Pensacola Goofy Golf was one of several established by [[Lee Koplin]] along the Gulf Coast. |
− | + | After closing in {{date needed}}, the Goofy Golf property was occupied briefly in [[2005]] by the [[Daily Grind]], an Internet café and music venue, after their previous location was damaged by [[Hurricane Ivan]]. The Daily Grind closed in [[2006]], and management reopened as Goofy Golf on [[April 1]], [[2007]]. In addition to miniature golf, a [[Wikipedia:batting cage|batting cage]] facility is located on the rear of the property, and a snack bar and pool tables are located in the clubhouse. | |
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==History== | ==History== | ||
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The outdoor attractions were closed during the Daily Grind period, but interest remained high. "Every day, I had customers asking me about it. Everyone here (at the Daily Grind) either wanted to play golf or use the batting cages," Marsh said.<ref>"Goofy Golf is back." ''Pensacola News Journal'', March 19, 2007.</ref> | The outdoor attractions were closed during the Daily Grind period, but interest remained high. "Every day, I had customers asking me about it. Everyone here (at the Daily Grind) either wanted to play golf or use the batting cages," Marsh said.<ref>"Goofy Golf is back." ''Pensacola News Journal'', March 19, 2007.</ref> | ||
− | Citing "inconsistencies [sic] in business",<ref>http://www.myspace.com/thedailygrindcafe</ref> the Daily Grind owners decided to close the coffeehouse on [[October 28]], [[2006]]. They repaired and replaced a number of the statues that were damaged by [[Hurricane Ivan]] and reopened Goofy Golf on [[April 1]], [[2007]] | + | Citing "inconsistencies [sic] in business",<ref>http://www.myspace.com/thedailygrindcafe</ref> the Daily Grind owners decided to close the coffeehouse on [[October 28]], [[2006]]. They repaired and replaced a number of the statues that were damaged by [[Hurricane Ivan]] and reopened Goofy Golf on [[April 1]], [[2007]]. |
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==Attractions== | ==Attractions== | ||
===Golf courses=== | ===Golf courses=== | ||
− | Goofy Golf has two 18-hole courses, both of which are considered par 42. The 18th holes of both courses are forced par 1; a hole in one wins a | + | Goofy Golf has two 18-hole courses, both of which are considered par 42. The 18th holes of both courses are forced par 1; a hole in one wins a prize; all others are returned to the clubhouse, marking the end of the round. |
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! Hole || Course No. 1 || Course No. 2 | ! Hole || Course No. 1 || Course No. 2 | ||
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===Pool tables=== | ===Pool tables=== | ||
$1.00 per game | $1.00 per game | ||
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==Hours and prices== | ==Hours and prices== | ||
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− | Phone: (850) | + | Phone: (850) 458-5556 |
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==Other images== | ==Other images== | ||
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==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
[http://www.goofygolf.biz http://www.goofygolf.biz (Official Site)] | [http://www.goofygolf.biz http://www.goofygolf.biz (Official Site)] | ||
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==References== | ==References== |