Indoor Golf

There are already several structures large enough to accomodate an 18 hole course, why not build one specifically for golfing. I envision a series of large geodesic corridors, think giant green houses, where one could play at any time, in any weather.

This would be especially popular in Northern climes, but might be economically feasible anywhere, due to the large initial expense of a golf course which is usuable only so many days of the year. Rain, snow, hurricanes, and lightning cut down on the number of playable days on a regular course. With an indoor course, it would be playable 24/7/365.

Plus, now you have total control of the ecosystem. All courses are watered regularly and there is a constant battle with weeds and unwanted vermin, ie gophers. Here you would able to cut down on, if not eliminate, the cost of pesticides and herbicides. Every blade of grass would receive the exact amount of water it needs.

Water hazards would be concrete lined and sloped to an automatic ball collector that would return your ball the the club house for later pickup. No More out of bounds, no more lost ball penalties. Scores would improve and many duffers would save enough on lost balls to afford the higher fees.

Just so you know, I hate golf.