My First Bucket List Course // Scotland Ep. 12

Erik Anders Lang and his band of golfers head up to the Highlands of Scotland to sample more of the oldest golf the game has to offer. Fortrose and Rosemarkie and Royal Dornoch play host in this episode, supplying the crew with a few locals to play alongside.

Bear Grylls makes an appearance, there’s a plethora of Ace Cams, and Erik’s prized hickory snaps.

[gordongourlay]

Royal Dornoch was/is the most seminal moment in golf for me ...

I played it with my Dad (who is no longer with us) back in '90. I was 15 at the time, the wind blew on a sunny day and I scored 78 without hitting a bad shot (I have honestly never played a better round since and have shot in the 60's a couple of times). On the 18th green, my Father turned to me and said that it was a "privilege" to play with me that day - I could tell that he meant it and it is something that I will never forget.

My take-away from your video: different places mean different things to different people for very different reasons ... which is no bad thing. The beauty is that you can always go back and have a totally different experience next time around (maybe even minus the helicopter).

The point is that you are incredibly lucky to do what you do do (where that does shine through in your content) and you are also incredibly honest.

Keep doing what you do ... maybe lowering your expecations a little in the process :-).

(P.S. I played Old Head 2yrs ago on a similar sunny/blustery day. When I arrived, a private helicopter was ferrying wealthy Americans back to Cork Airport - which made me felt pretty lucky to be there/afford such a treat. I played on my own, never saw anybody else on the course and had a blast. Afterwards, in the clubhouse, I had a couple of after-dinner drinks with some late-departing Yanks ... they played terrible but were regaling me with stories of their boys trip and their shared, Irish ancestry. It was a great day)

[kyleegan]

Had a great time meeting you mate, was an amazing day with great company, glad you enjoyed it.

[mjsgolf]

Erik 'sorry I'm late' Anders Lang, another great film. I've learned something today, never meet your heroes even if its a golf course ! The area needs Americans Erik, it really does. Those courses are huge draws to the beautiful parts of Scotland. Without it people have to move away for work. They help the kids stay in the area. Don't feel bad about it. One day, it might be over a couple of years, I am going to follow your trip and play all these courses. You've put the idea in my head ! Thank you

[jaredwatts]

Great video, very bittersweet. Sometimes we get these ideas in our heads that there's a universal love for where we play. I guess you got to find what works for you and search those experiences out.

[noconnorn]

Erik I dont think has been on time to one tee time the whole trip lol

[danpoff]

Episode 12 and Colt is still welcoming us to Scotland 😂

[DavidJones-dmeo]

Been 3 times to Dornoch, a long way from Australia, love to go back again

[JDJD-cfjp]

Dornoch welcomes visitors and waves them farewell. Autumn winter spring it’s all ours with hardly any visitors .. for £720 .. that’s for the whole year. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍺

[Neil_Not_Neal]

'so what are Switzerland?'
Very funny made me laugh

[Ruggins]

The walk you took half way through the round was amazing, not only in the obvious beauty of your surroundings, but also in your personal insights and thoughts while you strolled along. It was a cool vibe.

[BenSmith-lmyb]

Is there a bad course in Scotland? I love the quirky bars too with all the golf memorabilia. Love it just love it.

[martinritchie]

The view from the 7th tee at Dornoch is heaven

[landog]

I just love the energy to these videos. They’re like the perfect attitude, could send me a blissful sleep at night or help waken up me in the morning

[RedDonkey]

I wait all week for these videos, superb content.

[jem]

Well....i love the game of golf. I have a couple favorite courses of mine and I’ll choose to go to them rather than trying new ones...your videos not only inspire me to get out and play the game, but rather play the game on new courses I’ve never been to and pair up with new people I’ve never met. And Honestly...my game is improving not because of the focus you put on a swing or a shot...it’s the relaxing feel and emphases on enjoying the game and scenery that your videos exude. Thanks

[glennowens]

Really enjoyed the presentation. Anxious to watch more from you guys

[GetBetterGolf]

Erik Thanks to the team for the content and the Edit! can't get enough of this

[retro-dc]

Not much more can be said than thank you. Absolutely amazing series.

[Malcs]

Love these videos. Love how it's not all insufferable enthusiasm too! A little wistfulness goes a long way. Life isn't all sunshine, and I fucking hate people who pretend it is.

[ilikeneurons]

My take:
-everyone looked super tired and in a bad mood from the start.
-this was a bucket list course for Erik and often it's best to go to places with no expectations.
-Dornoch has almost all the historic and architectural appeal of the Old Course, and I feel that was overlooked for a few silly reasons.
-The reason people charter helicopters there is simply because of how remote the location is, , like in New Zealand or Barnbougle. It might actually be reasonably priced to do that compared to lodging and ground transportation costs, etc. Some people can't make that drive, or don't have the time for it. And keep in mind, the Old Course has many more Americans flying in on private jets every year, you just don't see them.
-Definitely give it a second chance on a different trip. And must try Brora!
-I can't believe the club broke! So sad! You must hold on to it for AIG memorabolia!