At the Makalei Country Club on the Big Island, you’ll find more than just the run-of-the-mill water hazards and sand traps. And you’ll most likely hear them before you see them. They’re peacocks, of course, Makalei’s most vocal, and in-the-way guests. The shrieking they do is their way of saying “Fore!” I guess, which they do with great enthusiasm. Take that while you’re working on your back swing.

Apart from the peacocks, Makalei is one of the quieter clubs (people-wise), probably since it’s up a few thousand feet from sea level. North of Kona on 190, it’s cooler and less windy there. Makalei has, in addition to wild peacocks, turkeys, and pheasant, great views of the coast, and nice, well maintained grounds that are fun to roam and play.

Photo credit: Jody Reale

Post from: The Hawaii Traveler