Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course Virginia
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is a par-104 private course in Virginia, playing 3,447 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 36.6 and slope of 131.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 104 (2 par 3s, 5 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 3,447 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 36.6 / 131 |
| Tee Options | 11 |
| Location | Virginia, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.2943, -76.7738 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 3,447 | 3,152 | 36 | 36.6 | 131 |
| Black/Blue | 3,339 | 3,053 | 36 | 36.1 | 129 |
| Blue | 3,094 | 2,829 | 36 | 35 | 125 |
| Blue/White | 2,998 | 2,741 | 36 | 34.6 | 121 |
| White | 2,887 | 2,640 | 36 | 34.1 | 119 |
| White/Green | 2,701 | 2,470 | 36 | 33.1 | 117 |
| Green | 2,533 | 2,316 | 36 | 32.5 | 111 |
| Green/Yellow | 2,108 | 1,928 | 36 | 31 | 105 |
| Gold | 1,877 | 1,716 | 36 | 30.4 | 102 |
| Yellow/Orange | 1,654 | 1,512 | 36 | 29.5 | 100 |
| Orange | 1,515 | 1,385 | 36 | 28.9 | 93 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 36.6/131 | 409 | 408 | 394 | 543 | 203 | 387 | 532 | 193 | 378 | 3447 | 0 | 3447 |
| Black/Blue 36.1/129 | 409 | 365 | 394 | 543 | 182 | 387 | 532 | 149 | 378 | 3339 | 0 | 3339 |
| Blue 35/125 | 369 | 365 | 358 | 488 | 182 | 358 | 473 | 149 | 352 | 3094 | 0 | 3094 |
| Blue/White 34.6/121 | 360 | 329 | 358 | 466 | 182 | 358 | 467 | 149 | 329 | 2998 | 0 | 2998 |
| White 34.1/119 | 360 | 329 | 322 | 466 | 154 | 334 | 467 | 126 | 329 | 2887 | 0 | 2887 |
| White/Green 33.1/117 | 360 | 291 | 322 | 437 | 131 | 334 | 410 | 126 | 290 | 2701 | 0 | 2701 |
| Green 32.5/111 | 325 | 291 | 260 | 437 | 131 | 289 | 410 | 100 | 290 | 2533 | 0 | 2533 |
| Green/Yellow 31/105 | 208 | 291 | 260 | 274 | 131 | 217 | 337 | 100 | 290 | 2108 | 0 | 2108 |
| Gold 30.4/102 | 208 | 212 | 198 | 274 | 131 | 217 | 337 | 100 | 200 | 1877 | 0 | 1877 |
| Yellow/Orange 29.5/100 | 160 | 212 | 198 | 195 | 75 | 217 | 337 | 60 | 200 | 1654 | 0 | 1654 |
| Orange 28.9/93 | 168 | 175 | 165 | 197 | 85 | 195 | 275 | 95 | 160 | 1515 | 0 | 1515 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 0 | 36 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 7 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Black (3,447 yards, 36.6/131)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 543 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (2,533 yards, 32.5/111)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Orange (1,515 yards, 28.9/93)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 8 (95 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 543 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 193 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 532 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course has a course rating of 36.6 and slope of 131 from the back tees. From the Orange tees, the rating is 28.9 with a slope of 93.
How long is Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
From the back tees, Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course plays 3,447 yards. The course is par 104 with 18 holes (2 par 3s, 5 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 543-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (3,447 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Orange tees (1,515 yards).
Is Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course public or private?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is a private golf course in Virginia. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
Nearby courses include Yorktown Williamsburg National Golf, Colonial Heritage Golf Club, Golden Horseshoe Golf Club Gold Course, Two Rivers Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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