the 5th, a short par three, you’ll see the Shallotte River. While not long, the fifth hole does require a full carry from tee to green. After disappearing into the countryside for the next two holes, you emerge into the tidal basin for the final two holes on the front nine. The 8th is a splendid downhill par three with the tidal basin behind the green. The 9th is the only hole at Rivers Edge with a name: Arnie’s Revenge. This par five features two shots over water with a narrow approach to a peninsula green bordered by the tidal basin on three sides. If you play the hole too conservatively, you can easily make double bogey. If you play it too aggressively, a if not impossible,” notes Jeff Pianelli, head golf professional at Rivers Edge. When playing the seven holes along the Shallotte River, take the time to admire Mother Nature’s beauty, which includes sightings of osprey, turtles, fox squirrels, and the occasional alligator. “With the tidal change throughout a day, it is not odd to see different aspects of river life during your round,” adds Pianelli. At Rivers Edge, the first four holes are inland, but water does come into play, especially Mr. Happy’s Pond, which borders the 2nd green. At
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