,Massachusetts, September 1, 2025
News Summary
Two engineers from the same hospital department in Massachusetts have embarked on a unique mission to play every public mini golf course in the state. Starting with casual outings, these colleagues have now documented their journey of touring 66 courses, with plans to complete five more over Labor Day weekend, all while enjoying a mix of friendly competition and scenic exploration. Their adventure not only highlights their shared love for the game but also the incredible landscapes and creativity found within Massachusetts’ mini golf scene.
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Mini Golf Obsession Sweeps Two Engineers Across Massachusetts
This isn’t your typical weekend hobby — it’s a full-blown mission. Two engineers from the same hospital department have turned the state’s mini golf scene into a scavenger hunt, plotting a course to play every public mini golf course in Massachusetts. The adventure reads like a road-trip reality show with putters instead of engines: as of August they have checked off 66 courses and are aiming to squeeze in five more over Labor Day weekend, chasing a target that’s roughly 81 public mini golf courses statewide.
The pair are colleagues in the engineering department at a major children’s hospital in Boston. Their mini golf odyssey kicked off during a quieter stretch in 2022, when the idea of tackling every course started as a fun challenge and a way to explore towns across the state. Three years into the plan, it’s less of a novelty and more of a mission statement for weekend warriors who love a little competition and a lot of scenery.
Meet the Competitors — Sort Of
One of the men, age 32 and living in Brookline, admits to casual golf outings with friends but says serious skill is not part of the toolkit. The other, 40 and based in Lewiston, Maine, brings a high-school competitive golf background and the occasional mini-golf round — a combo that makes them a balanced duo on the course. Together they’re learning the art of mini golf: focus, patience, and the ability to laugh off planetary-bogey moments.
How This Became a Statewide Tour
Their first memorable round at a coastal, garden-style course in Georgetown sparked the longer plan. That particular spot stands out for its setting and design challenges and is considered a favorite stop on the map. From that start they expanded from a local outing into a checklist-driven tour, carrying the same sense of discovery to small-town courses and bigger tourist spots.
Strategy, Gear and Attitude
They approach mini golf like serious hobbyists who refuse to take themselves too seriously. Practical advice includes maintaining a positive attitude, taking time to line up shots like you’re reading a green, and clearing leaves or sand so the ball runs true. If you want to play like they do, bring your own putter and balls for consistency and accuracy. It’s about technique and common sense — and refusing to let one bad hole ruin the whole round.
Website and Record Keeping
To keep the list tidy, they created a website cataloging Massachusetts mini golf options. The site functions as a running inventory and a planner for which courses to hit next. Their endgame is dramatic and picturesque: the final tick on the list will be at an island course on Martha’s Vineyard, though no date has been set for that finishing round.
What People Think
Friends and family are amused and occasionally skeptical, but the duo treats that as fuel. For them, the tour is a combo of friendly rivalry and local exploration — a way to see the state one quirky green at a time while testing patience and precision. The mission demands road-trip logistics, cure-for-boredom creativity, and the kind of stubbornness engineers are known for.
Where This Goes Next
They’ve got a handful of stops left to wrap up the mainland portion and plan a ceremonious finale on the island course. If they hit their Labor Day goal of five more courses, they’ll be closing in fast on that magic number in the low eighties. For anyone who loves mini golf, the story is a reminder that the game is equal parts craft and joy, and that exploring by foot — well, by putter — is a sport in its own right.
Why Golf Fans Should Care
This tour blends competitive instincts with travel and course design appreciation. For golf enthusiasts who love different greens and layouts, the project reads like an informal review circuit: which courses test shot-making, which lean into whimsical themes, and which rewards patient putting. It’s an oddball leaderboard that’s earned its own following.
FAQ
What’s the goal of the tour?
The goal is to play every public mini golf course in Massachusetts, an estimated 81 courses in total.
How many courses have been played so far?
As of August, 66 courses have been visited.
When will the tour finish?
They plan to play five more over Labor Day weekend and will conclude at an island course on Martha’s Vineyard with the date to be announced.
Who are the players?
Two engineers from the same hospital department: one aged 32 from Brookline and one aged 40 from Lewiston, Maine. One has a competitive golf background, the other plays casually.
Do they provide tips for playing better mini golf?
Yes. Their tips include keeping a good attitude, taking time to line up shots, bringing your own putter and balls, and clearing debris from the green.
Is there a list of courses to follow?
They maintain a website cataloging the state’s courses to help track which locations remain to be played.
Quick Reference Table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Courses visited (as of August) | 66 |
| Planned Labor Day weekend stops | 5 |
| Estimated total public courses in MA | Approximately 81 |
| Tour origin | Started during a less-busy period in 2022 |
| Final course (planned) | The Cove Golf and Grill, Martha’s Vineyard (date TBD) |
| Recommended gear | Own putter and balls, comfortable shoes |
| Key strategy | Good attitude, line up shots, clear debris |
| Favorite highlighted course | Café Sarina in Georgetown — noted for setting and design |
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- Wicked Local: Mini Golfers’ Journey Through Massachusetts
- Turn to 10: Mini Golf on the USS Massachusetts
- iBerkshires: K&M Bowling Opens Mini Golf Course
- Patch: Waltham Mini Golf Closing Season
- Only In Your State: Childhood Memory Mini Golf
- Wikipedia: Miniature Golf
- Google Search: Mini Golf in Massachusetts
- Google Scholar: Miniature Golf
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Miniature Golf
- Google News: Miniature Golf Massachusetts
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