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Welcome to the once-in-a-lifetime event of Sten Erickson's 40th birthday bash, aka Wieners & Trulys! We are planning a weekend of hanging out at stunning Bandon Dunes while also enjoying festivities at the even more exclusive Random Dunes Beachfront Lodge!

Enjoy gorgeous vistas of the rugged, southern Oregon coast while enjoying a manly hot tub soak. Sit back, relax and enjoy some of the finest barbecue west of the Mississippi. gain a whole new appreciation for the game of golf on not just one but TWO of the worlds, finest golf facilities. All while celebrating the man, the myth, and Nordic Legend: Sten Erickson!

Happy Birthday Sten!

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Trip Summary

Golf at Bandon Dunes (Minimum 1 Round Each Day)
- Plan on Greens Fees of $600 - $800 depending on extra rounds scheduled
Bunking accommodations at Random Dunes Lodge, provided by the Gates Fam.
Meals at the Lodge and at Bandon Dunes Resort
- Plan on a meal fund of $100 + Resort Lunch/Meals

What to Expect

Bandon Dunes obviously has its own allure and mystery but here are a few thing to know for our trip.

All of the courses at Bandon Dunes are walking only.
There are complimentary pushcarts available that are pretty rad.
If you’d like to arrange a caddy for any of the rounds you can call (541) 347-5909 to request a caddie through Bandon Dunes. Cost is about $100/round with tip included and you pay the caddies directly.
I personally don’t play with a caddie, but it can add a bit of fun and comfort.
Dress code is polos and standard golf attire, no denim. Seriously, they’ll make you lose the blue jeans!
The weather on the coast changes pretty quick, so bring layers.
Also, even if it’s windy and drizzly, the courses are built for weather like that. So don’t worry if conditions aren’t perfect, the golf will still be fun!

Golfing at Random Dunes is a whole other experience! Our home is about a 15 minute drive south of the golf course. My Dad and I, along with the OG golf trip crew, have carved out a pitching course in the dunes in front of the house where we can play little KP contests. We have even outfitted the course with UV flood lamps so we can play after dark. So this really is a golf junkie trip!

What you’ll need

Along with clubs, balls, and your standard golf clothing. Here are a few things that make the Bandon golf experience better, especially this time of year. Name of the game is plan like its going to rain rain rain, and be thankful if you dont end up needing these things!

On the course

Rain Gear, both pants and jacket
Layers, vests, pullovers, thermals, etc.
Wind layer, she can get gusty
Hand warmers, those little disposable packs you’d use for hunting or skiing
Extra socks in a Ziploc, something for you to change into in case it pours and you step in a big puddle.
An extra pair of golf shoes, in case your first pair do not dry out overnight
A pair of comfy recovery shoes to put on after the round
A beanie, especially if you're like me and have more scalp showing than you used to
Lip balm, either for your lips or to take some spin off your driver

Off the course

Swim trunks and a towel for the hot tub!!!
BYOB, there’s also a great liquor store in Bandon with good selection of beer and wine too.
Any special snacks you prefer