Carved out of fertile farmland in the Whitemud Creek Valley in Edmonton, Jägare Ridge Golf Club boasts a narrow, target-oriented front nine, with a more windswept, links-style back.

Green Fees

$90 (includes power cart); $78 seniors (power cart, range, Mon. – Thu.); juniors, $43 (includes range). Twilight rate after 4 p.m. (and early-bird before 9 a.m. Mon. – Thu.), $73.

Where to Stay

The nearby Best Western South Edmonton Inn & Suites has a brand-new pool and hot tub. The rooms start at $120 and include pillow-top beds, fireplaces, appliances and in-room whirlpools. (877-801-3580)

Deals

Edmonton has a first-rate science centre, and combining entertainment and education is a bargain at any price. But the Telus World of Science – Edmonton lets a family of six into all its attractions (including an IMAX film) for just $85 per day, with kids three and under free. (780-451-3344)

Lessons

A 40-minute group lesson for three or more is just $35, while a private junior lesson is just 10 bucks more. A private adult lesson runs $75.

Off Course

Three words: West Edmonton Mall. A new freeway makes it a 20-minute drive to movie theatres, a waterpark, shopping and food.

Edmonton, Alta.; 780-432-4030; jagaregolf.com

This story was originally published in the April 2010 issue of up! magazine as part of the Value Golf Guide feature, profiling 10 of Canada’s most affordable and family-friendly golf courses. Take a look at The Great Canadian Value Golf Guide: The Family Edition.