Miles of YELLOW FAIRWAY at Far-Away Iona | Adventures in Golf Season 7

Do not adjust your screens. The fairways you're about to see are yellow. Welcome to Iona, located off the Isle of Mull in Scotland. The trip requires not one, but TWO ferries, a ton of driving, but the destination is well worth it.
Erik Anders Lang make the trek with local expert (and damn good golfer) Nat on this Adventures in Golf, presented by United Airlines.
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[@bauches]

This might be the greatest golf video I’ve ever seen.

[@kylethecreator]

You should go check out there loop golf course video! That is by far one of my absolute favorites. Also the course they played under the norther lights!

[@Andresckim]

I agree, eyes started watering close to the end of the video.

[@MalinLewis]

Yes ❤

[@Vulneravariable]

This is the best golf instructional video I’ve ever seen. I lost my dad in 2020. He was not a church going person and one time were talking about not going or going to church, god and other things. He told me, “just come out here and play. Then you’ll know what it means to ‘be still and know.’”

[@rchenard]

Another utterly incredible destination. That footage of the back nine as the sun's going down...that's definitely my idea of heaven. Thanks as always, Erik and team!

[@toms6773]

WOW that last hole near made me tear up! This ep. was a testament to what golf was meant to be. Good times with good people FTW :)

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

How does this channel only have 222K subs!?!?! This series is A+ MATERIAL

[@bc4151]

The stories you tell and the people you interact with in these videos are just phenomenal. You and your team do such a fantastic job showcasing these gems. Thank you.

[@fairfield2980]

Those words at the end brought a tear to the glass eye... Alba gu bràth!

[@davebrown6849]

Being locked up in New Zealand the last few years we were so happy to see our friends on Iona Erik, it’s a place lots of us around the world always go back to especially to play in the open. “Big”Finlay is our boy Finlay’s godfather and a real gentleman. I have my name on the Iona Open cup and it would be a pleasure to show round our new home and my golf club in Wanaka, New Zealand. How bizarre would that be to meet Big Finlay in Scotland then wee Finlay in New Zealand. If you think Ricks swing is bad wait till you see my Iona swing!

[@djr113]

These episodes remind me of endless summer

[@jackanstoetter4968]

Absolutely incredible how places like this can exist. The course itself may have minimal upkeep from the volunteers, but you can’t beat views like that.

[@jbeansurfer1]

This film touched the very centre of my golfing soul.

[@kayna740]

Thanks for kindling the heart in the game of golf.

[@leviswranglers2813]

Thank you for opening up this amazing world of golf. Any other creator would have made a 15-20 minute top 10 or 20 list of courses and would have given each one a minute or two. You guys and gals really have something special here, I recommend this series to everyone that I talk about golf with, someday this series is going to really take off and honestly you all deserve it.

[@CodyWelter]

I watch this video a few times a year because I believe it beautifully reflects the relationship between golf and one's soul. Also, I added this video to Iona's official Wikipedia page, and it's the 69th citation... nice.

[@chadc7500]

I second what bauches said. There was something truly magically watching this piece about Iona. I've watched a lot of Skratch productions over the years and something about this one is really sublime.

[@beegee22]

Places and people like this keep alive the spirit of "the gowf." Thanks for another great video. 👍👍👏👏

[@theathjr]

Erik this is the greatest golf video/episode/documentary/movie I have ever seen. Thank you

[@GenXDaddyO]

Erik, you and your team have me in tears. I had the privilege of playing this course while serving as a chaperone for a youth pilgrimage to Scotland. Our tour took us to St. Andrew’s for a few hours, and though I had the opportunity to walk the grounds and even sneak a photo op on the 18th green, there was a feeling of disappointment in me because I knew there would be no time for golf during our trip. Then we arrived on Iona for a two-day stay and I discovered this course. I rented garage-sale clubs from one of the inns and played the round of my life among the cattle and clover. When you said “heaven looks like this”… all I could do was nod. And your ending segment, drawing a parallel between your experience at the church service and your time on the course. Perfectly expressed and reminiscent of my time there. Thank you so much for making this trip and this video!

[@Adtrevino37]

It's like going back in time to play golf as it was created. That's beyond cool. This was a very special episode.

[@captaincanada8872]

This brings tears to my eyes… ❤

[@johnny.supertramp]

As the proud owner of an Iona Open trophy (the wooden spoon counts as a trophy right?), the beauty of the landscape is easily matched by the beauty, welcome and warmth of the people. Best place on earth.

[@davez2586]

I was fortunate to visit Iona in August of 2018, on my birthday actually. While I didn’t play golf, this video brought back fond memories. It truly is a very special and sacred place.

[@gomerthefirst]

Eric, I've been watching you for 3 years now and this is by far the most profound episode I've had the pleasure to watch. Scotland has been on my bucket list for many years but now I know exactly where I'm going as soon as I step of the plane. If you haven't already read Preferred Lies by Andrew Greig, I would highly recommend it. Please keep up the fantastic work.

[@samvogel8375]

So excited to watch this. I got to play this course March and had an unreal experience. Took a break between the 15th and 16th to join my wife for an icy swim in the ocean. Glad you finally made it out there, Erik.

[@pascalmitaux-maurouard3669]

Another video that makes you want to jump in a plane and go experience it for yourself. My bucket list is getting bigger!

[@robertoalvarez2777]

Thanks you Erik …u took me back to a golf course in Papudo, Chile…fairways on the side of a mountains by the ocean…greens made of sand…what a trip! Good vid!

[@joshb5631]

THIS is golf. Home run on finding this place. I'll take this over an over manicured course any day

[@thomasgudvangen7667]

This is why I LOVE AIG. I love perfect greens, but this puts golf in perspective with the inner glow of life on the course. It's a dream sometimes, and you showed it to me in color. What an amazing experience. I want to play IONA golf with the locals. How much better can that be, then to slow down and relax while playing golf, as opposed to anguish at a not so thrilling score for the day. Thank you for going with your heart on a journey of the unknown to bring it to us. God Bless as they say, I'm sure, in IONA!

[@nathanwebb6796]

One of the best episodes yet!

[@carolaakindele-obe5263]

I grew up attending many an IONA OPEN - mainly hiking over the 'tea' for afterwards with my mother. It's a very special place and certainly one of the best wild courses, not to mention islands, in the world. Thank you for sharing this, but hopefully not too much :).

[@mullbydrone]

I was fortunate enough to be able to play the Iona Open this year - in fact doubly so, since it was such a glorious sunny day! Hope to be back again next year.

[@andrewzacks]

Fantastic. Well played Mr. Lang.

[@brantmccracken2926]

This was beautiful. Through and through.

[@mrfld]

These videos serve as a reminder to recalibrate my mindset.

[@weejordymc]

I've been to Iona at least 10 times and I've never known there was a golf course. Clubs coming with me next time. Thanks for this 🤝

[@colinyates3721]

That's absolutely magical Erik !!!👌🏌️⛳

[@yorvikspirit]

The best golf content anywhere!

[@DreGolfs]

The hole Finley made is mint!

[@kjartan3838]

What a B E A UTIFUL place... Thanks for sharing

[@Golf101inc]

I always leave adventures in golf with a smile and for vibes

[@MrJohnnyb74]

Whenever I go bunker to bunker, that's my "adventures in golf". I'm jealous you get to travel the world and meet amazing people in your line of work.

[@cfluff6716]

15:15 😆 cracked up seeing the dedicated dad pushing the stroller while wacking some balls

[@williamguthrie5613]

This is the coolest Golf Video ever, the best Adventures in golf. This is coming from a high schooler to.

[@pastorjudyc7170]

While on retreat in 2007 I got to play the machair of Iona with Cameron Newell and 5 borrowed golf clubs. Where's the video of you climbing over the stiles? Its as wonderful a spiritual experience as Erik says, both the golf and in the Abbey. Thank you sooooo much!

[@MrCampbellsoup205]

My my my, Erik you and your team make incredible videos. Over and above to tell the best of stories. Thank you

[@robbywittlin1631]

Incredible and absolutely mystical those back nine… one if not the best golf video. Thank you Eric and team for taking us on this journey.

[@dylanharrington744]

Scotland truly is Golf Heaven! What an amazing Video yet again.

[@michaelslattery2515]

I loved playing this course…a few shots into the boulders!

[@chrismitchell5496]

Absolute gem. i need to stop watching these... my bucket list increases every time i tune in... well done ! Cheers!

[@SmithyGolfandSmithyWalks]

Great video. I played there earlier this year .and videod the course .Smithy 100 Iona on you tube. Met Finlay and John. Finlay had put a carrier bag for me in first tee box with a welcoming letter.from Honourable Company of Iona Golfers,baseball cap and a miniature of whisky. It was absolutely wonderful there and had several different people say hello on my walk back to ferry.

[@user-oz8er2hy7q]

Glad u enjoyed the course come back anytime

[@CarlosRivas-gj2ow]

Love love this. Thank you for taking us on another adventure.

[@franksifuentes6452]

This was a master piece brother thank you

[@GrandmasterFRANKLIN]

I wish i could watch these new Every week!!! So so so awesome.

[@jesusalvarez1829]

Another great video, my bucket list of courses always grows whenever a new video comes out

[@Thatmanfox]

This is absolutely tremendous. Genuinely welled up watching that! What a place. ❤Iona

[@chrismetken]

Absolutely stunning. Thank you!

[@muddyhumber]

Last two minutes are pure poetry. Beautiful.

[@scottlemley]

What a absolutely lovely place. I would love to play this if the golfing gods allow it someday.

[@swimmingjig4612]

Spiritual connection indeed…love this. Great job!!

[@tafkamberlin]

Breathtaking, fully emotional, stunning! Thank your for this!

[@norris12121]

Epic cinematography towards the end of yet another great episode of Adventures in Golf.

[@RedDevilDog1207]

Absolutely incredible. Dream destination...another one

[@slugman88ify]

Just another top video by you and the team and thank you for highlighting just how great Scotland is for golf

[@dfreeman32]

I’ve never wanted to visit a golf course more in my life. Great episode! Thx for exposing this absolute gem.

[@tAkg-bk3qt]

You and your Team are doing a lot for the game. Thx

[@banditbaker1675]

I had the pleasure of visiting Iona nearly 30 years ago, the island is truly special in that there is a tangible spirituality about the place that I have never experienced anywhere else. If anyone is in need of finding inner peace I heartily recommend Iona

[@davidjones6447]

HOLY SHIT!! I've said this a lot, but this is my new favorite episode! I'm at a loss of words to describe what I feel about these special videos and the wonderful storytelling by Erik, but KUDOS to everyone!! I literally get emontional about this stuff, DAMN YOU GUYS!! Hey Erik have you ever played sand greens?!?! GOOD STUFF!!

[@DavidSmith-lo7wf]

Was lucky enough yo make it over to Iona several years ago just for a few hours to wander around. Don't think I knew there was a golf course there, and wouldn't have been able to play anyway, but I can say it is a pretty special place. Great vid as always Eric and team!

[@jamesbuchan457]

Looked for this course when I made the trip with family. Played Tobermory golf course on Mull a couple times with a half set. Tom Watson played it when he stayed there too.

[@lennarderceg8152]

Wonderful location, scenery, people added to what golf was meant to be- a laugh interrupted by our attempt of seriousness. Thank you Eric.

[@willyknuts1762]

Excellent video. What a wonderful place. Definitely on the bucket list now.

[@thestunnaz]

This is why we watch. Thank you

[@Boomtowndogs]

A masterpiece in storytelling, community, and golf. Thank you for creating this

[@LouB3rt]

This was an amazing video, thank you for producing it.

[@100torresm]

Truly amazing cinematography. Eric you and your crew do fantastic work, what an uplifting treat. Thanks.

[@singledigitcacky4169]

Best video yet and such a special looking place to visit & play golf

[@rossgilligan7898]

Guys you need to get over to the Isle of Harris Golf Course, another fantastic Scottish gem! Worth the visit late Summer, early Autumn for the sunsets across the beaches while teeing off from the 9th.

[@deldridg]

What a special story and so magnificently produced. It's easy to get caught up in the detail of formal golf (or anything for that matter) and to be able to have such a pure and unencombered engagement is so rare and wonderful. Thank you for this - another one to add to the bucket list... (or perhaps we should forget we ever saw anything)! Cheers and thank you from Sydney - Dave

[@Hoganwantabe]

What a wonderful video! Golf at its purest, and best! Many of us have heard that golf is not a game of perfect. This is proof that it doesn’t have to be perfect … to be great!

[@djliamgeddes]

Loving the content some of the most polished around! Keep it coming ✌🏽

[@PMMeiners]

Beautiful 🤩 I have played the course this summer and it was certainly one of my best and fun golf ⛳️ trips I have ever done. It’s so beautiful and serene over there. Just amazing.

[@eddieknox7]

Wow! Absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing this incredible video. This is going on the bucket list for sure.

[@nathandines1587]

One of the best yet Erik. Thanks for the vid

[@jessewalley1529]

I swear these are some good quality videos. Tells a story that makes you interested, and some golf as well. These should have more views. Keep them coming

[@rybry5080]

"Some days you have a good day, and that's really good and other days you don't have a good day and it doesn't really matter" - Amen to this Mr. President always my thought for Golf

[@mattrichards3070]

This was special!😊

[@Markgolfadventure]

Eric your video inspired me to pursue a you tube channel. It is my fervent wish that one day we could chance upon each while you wander the globe featuring golf courses and me (and wifey) play some golf adventure with friends in Singapore and the rest of Asia. FOOORE!!!

[@edflanegin]

oh man, you gave me some tears with this one.... Nice video

[@michaelslattery2515]

I loved playing this course. Super video as well, as always.

[@EpicVocals]

Your videos are awe inspiring kind of emotional as well thanks for taking the time to make these amazing videos

[@deano5177]

Magnificent 💙

[@dpezza5]

That was a wonderful video, the final part was very moving for some reason. You truly capture the emotion behind the courses, the people and ultimately the game.

[@BombproofCraftsman]

Best golf content on the planet!!

[@jaylemay4194]

Goosebumps

[@davidhickey8613]

that last hole. shivers

[@russellloue721]

just perfect. thank you.

[@speedystewart]

You baackkk❤❤best show!

[@rodriguezray]

I’m always like how are they gonna outdo the previous videos and then they drop this. So damn good

[@Chazthefurr]

A video created with an ever-apparent love of the game. Now (maybe) go to Islay & Jura? It's also very similar to my memory of playing Hopeman nearly 60 years ago - railway carriage clubhouse and far from manicured back then, but a vividly remembered experience. I'd also suggest you go to Dunaverty for another wonderful round of golf. (I know BTW that you have been to Arran) And just to diverge - go to Pennard, Nefyn and Aberdovey in Wales and The Island course near Dublin. Each one unique. Oh I forgot to include English experiences - Hillside, Bamburgh Castle, Alwoodley (Mackenzies first design), St Enodoc, The Berkshire's 36 holes and The Addington at Croydon - amongst many others.