Last night was a real treat. It was a pleasure to meet so many other GCA nuts, and to just have a free flowing "stream of consciousness" discussion about courses and designs. Very rare to have that kind of discussion in such a large crowd.
Highlights for me:
1. Meeting so many GCA nuts, MANY of whom were so much younger than I had expected. Except for Lavin.
2. Getting some fresh insight into the Dormie Club project.
3. Learning about the worst tree in Chicago.
4. Listening to hizzoner roast so many people in such a short amount of time.
5. Enjoying a great dinner, and some great drinks afterward (thanks for the cocktails, Rick!) with a group of instant friends.
6. Getting a chance to meet and chat with Ran! (Ran, see if you can get in touch with Natalie Gulbis, I think we're on to something here...)
Looking forward to the next dinner in February, and then, hopefully some golf - if we ever get above 40 here in Chicago again.