Thanks to all who replied and for the input, etc. Sorry for the bad news on Old Orchard, but I only posted it here because I was looking for some solace amongst folks who might understand. I will attempt to respond to a few of you below:
Scott: Hi Scott, yes it was me posting that bad news. I have been on a few of the Devereaux Emmett Courses in the region, but sorry to say none of those are my home course. Lately, when I find time to play, it is at some of the local public courses, one of which is Old Orchard. (All public now, used to be semi private) I didn't like it at first, thought it was a bit quirky in places, but I must say, the more I play it, it grew on me. Hence my sadness over its closure. Its the closest course to my home, typically in good shape, and affordable which are all good reasons to play there.
MPCirpa: The Island Green on #7 is one of the above mentioned "quirky" holes at Old Orchard. Somehow, I just cant imagine that Tilllinghast had anyhting to do with that concept, but I really dont know the whole story on this property or if island Greens were a signature of Tillinghasts either. I guess it's one way to turn a 480 yard hole into a par five. I'm all ears if you know more.
David: Sorry to report that the restaurant and halfway house are closed already...According to the folks in the pro shop the course will remain open until around Oct. 1st.
Phil: Thank You for the reply. I had a feeling you might want to know of this closing. I will email you to discuss more. Also, would love to hear how Bob Trebus enjoys his round at Old Orchard.
Bryon: Yes, the Jersey Shore is blessed with a few great courses, a few of which you mention. I have played all on your list at least once. Each unique in thier own way. There is a nice desciption of Hollywood in the "courses by country" part of this site. I forget what hole it is, but Deal has a awesome "saddle" green, Kelly Moran might be able to elaborate on that since he did renovation work there. Suneagles is a pleasant course, but also has somewhat of a questionable future with the pending Ft. Monmouth base closing as Mark mentions. Always suprise people when I explain to them that Suneagles was a private Country Club built long before the base was there. I think most people unfairly equate a military course with the term "dog track" but that is certainly not the case with Suneagles.
Mark: Thanks for the update. Hope things turn out well for Suneagles. I have read that the folks at Monmouth County Park System have expressed interest in taking this one over after the base closes. Assuming there are no changes in the way MCPS maintains and operates their other courses, I think this is a good thing for Suneagles and would obviosuly make a nice course more accesible to the public. Looking forward to seeing the renovated areas there in an upcoming outing I will be attending there.
Glad to be here!