Portage Lakes DGC

Akron, Ohio     1 course · 18 holes     Driving directions

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-  +14 votes  + PK Deaner › June 7, 2022
A-
Challenging and fun!! Bring your A game for every hole. Tight fairways with distance and tough pin placements. Rivals Punderson. Cant wait to play it again. Top 10 in OHIO
-  +12 votes  + Matt Dungan › June 7, 2022
A
-  +6 votes  + Bobby Insana › June 7, 2022
A
Likes-Multiple tees, great scenery, difficulty, nice tee signs, scorecards (and pencils), variety of different shots
Dislikes-Getting from hole to hole sometimes is confusing, but all you have do is look at the map
Grooming-I don't have much to say, some parts like on 15 have a lot of brush that could be cleared. Poison ivy is everywhere! I recommend jeans and you should be fine. On number 3 for some reason there is a lot of broken glass, watch your step!

When I played they were in process of putting in the cement tee pads, I can't wait until they are finished!
-  +6 votes  + Mitchell Sintic › June 7, 2022
A
-  +6 votes  + Chip F › June 7, 2022
A+
Great course, very challenging. It's getting more cleared out every week it seems. The tees really make this course ELITE
-  +6 votes  + chris deitzel › June 6, 2022
B-
This is an interesting course. I really enjoyed playing most of the holes, but there are a few that are just not finished in my opinion. Still a few trees that could be removed on a few holes, and perhaps the dumbest OB I have yet to encounter in 200+ courses (Dungans Dungeons). I will do this as a hole by hole review. Also all reviews are from the long tees. Hole 1 - nice hole. neat little shot. Hole 2- Nice hole that pretty much forces you to throw a putter or midrange on a straight l ...
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-  +4 votes  + Troy Oligney › June 7, 2022
A
I love the layout, but the back 9 seem to have a lot of water.
Good for some people, but if you're a newbie, be prepered to lose a few discs.
-  +4 votes  + cory rockich › June 7, 2022
B
you might want to attach saw blades to your disc. this course is loaded with trees
-  +4 votes  + Aaron Collins › June 7, 2022
A
Tough from longs. Especially if ur already tired
-  +3 votes  + Dan Davis › June 7, 2022
A
It has been a while since my first review of this course, now that it is pretty much finished I once again raise my rating for the course, now remember upon my first play and review I gave it a D, but over time since the right things were trimmed out and the fairways became fair it slowly moved up, and now is one of the best courses in Ohio.
-  +3 votes  + Kevin Hitch › June 7, 2022
A-
Tight fairways, water threats with safety valves on the majority of those, good use of available elevation. Excellent course. Worth the stop. Long tees are often extremely tough, and sometimes much, MUCH longer than the shorts. Short tees make it very playable for novices, but have enough interest and challenge to be still worthwhile to experienced players. Still a little rough around the edges in spots, and I wish the tee pads were a little longer, but all in all a fantastic course. Compar ...
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-  +3 votes  + Greg Platt › June 7, 2022
B+
This course just keeps getting better.
-  +3 votes  + Carl Peterson › June 7, 2022
A-
With the concrete tees and mowed fairways, this course gets bumped up a grade.
-  +3 votes  + Larry Bright Jr. › June 7, 2022
A-
i must say, this is a kick a$$ course!! it's set in a beautiful park with loads of elevation changes and trees that will challenge any disc golfer! water comes in to play on a few holes and can easily steal a disc if you don't hit your line just right. dual concrete pads are always a plus, and i hear there may be pro tees added in the near future. i have only had the chance to play the current long tees, and can only imagine what these would be like!! like all wooded courses (i.e. punderson ...
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-  +3 votes  + eric " Sharky " boyd › June 7, 2022
A-
This course has come a long way since I last played, 2 years ago !! Nice pads; I love the oversized pad on #16 !! Nice course layout with many narrow fairways, plenty of trees, elevation changes and water holes to boot. Great work has been done here !!
Kudos, to all involved !!
-  +3 votes  + Brad Presutto › June 7, 2022
B-
Pros -
Mix of shots and holes
Different pars
Short/long tees
Front 9
Nice scenery
Good coverage (not bad on a hot day)
Tee signs/directions
Water hazards and OBs

Cons
Tough as nails for beginners - tons of trees
Dirt tee pads
Holes 14, 15, 18
Some unlevel or unbalanced baskets

It's a pretty good course with great support. Hopefully, it becomes another great course in the area. It definitely has the support from the locals.
-  +3 votes  + Jim Havassy › June 7, 2022
A-
Two words "Must Play". The Tee pads for the longs and shorts have just been completed. The tee pads are A+ lined up and level. The Pro tees are being designed and should be put in next year. This is a technical course and will you will hit trees. You will have to play a few times to find your lines through the trees and you will still hit some. The course is laid out in the natural hills and valleys of the park and could not have been any better if they were man made. The course has been has bee ...
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-  +3 votes  + Michael Moore › June 7, 2022
A
-  +3 votes  + Dave Ernst › June 7, 2022
A+
This is easily my favorite course even though I'm not nearly as good on this course as I am on other courses. The local club maintaines it extremely well. Great scenery. Challenging and technical. It has better drainage than any course around so when it's wet out it is the most comfortable on the feet for staying warm and dry.
-  +3 votes  + Kevin Dunn › June 7, 2022
A
Well maintained and fun to play. Holes are hard enough to make it a challenge, but not too hard to make it unfun. Deserves it's rank as top 10 in Ohio.
-  +2 votes  + Foster Neill › June 7, 2022
A
Excellent course with diverse elevation, mature trees, and water hazards. Very easy to navigate. The beauty of the natural setting is disrupted by houses around the lake and pavement but the use of OB added fun and challenge. A must play.
-  +2 votes  + Tom Randau › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Matthew Smith › June 7, 2022
A+
This course is one of the best courses in the state. Fun and challenging to play for all levels. This course is very technical, so you may have to hunt for some discs. If you like wooded courses, then you will love this course. Long and short tee pads with long and short basket placements. This course has worn in perfectly. Wear long pants and have a great time!
-  +2 votes  + Ryan Lepley › June 7, 2022
A
The back nine are open! Full 18 hole course! Like the design a lot except for hole nine. A technical course mostly through woods. The shorts are very managable while the longs offer a challenge. Still improving though.
-  +2 votes  + Jon DeCapua › June 7, 2022
A-
Love it, the amount of clearing and work done here since this course was first installed is amazing. Course is built by and for experienced level players. 14, 15 & 16 are the best three-hole run I've ever played (50+ courses). Cheers to the PLDGA guys!
-  +2 votes  + Shaun Hoversten › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Mike Plank › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Cory King › June 7, 2022
B
Natural and serene state park setting meandering through the woods and near the lake. Short and long tees to mix and match for almost all skill levels. Front 9 is worn in an is playing great while the back 9 will need some more clearing and wearing before it's up to speed. Over time I believe this will develop into a destination course.
-  +2 votes  + Ryan Bahr › June 7, 2022
C+
It's a beautiful park and the signage is good. There aren't any pads here yet. 3 of the holes are really nice the other holes the lines are so tight it is almost unplayable. The course would be awesome with a chainsaw and 2 gallons of gas. Still i can appreciate any peice of land with some baskets to shoot at. Should put out some really strong technical players at the very least
-  +2 votes  + Dave Jordan › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Dan Hill › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + Nick Schultz › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + Nathan Williams › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Jamie Hodgen › June 7, 2022
B
-  +2 votes  + Ryan Brahler › June 7, 2022
A+
-  +2 votes  + Stormey Giaimo › June 7, 2022
A
First off, WOW! This course is awesome, it truly opens up the world of disc golf and really challenges even the best players from the short tees at that. Great destination course you could stay here all day and not get bored. The layout is great, a little confusing for a first timer but with the course map on available score cards you shouldn't get too lost (today was my first time playing and I made it by myself). Also each basket has a small piece of orange tape that kinda points in the direc ...
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-  +2 votes  + Pat Jackson › June 7, 2022
A
Love having this could so close to me, I appreciate it more each time I play it. Very well maintained, challenging and demands a well rounded game, I find myself finding new lines and trying new shots almost every time I play it. Long baskets add great variety and additional challenge.
-  +2 votes  + Drew Dieter › June 7, 2022
A+
Love it here! No holes closed to slow you down while playing. Hilly though.
-  +2 votes  + Al benninger › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + James Orth › June 7, 2022
A+
favorite couse and closest to me and probally is the most well kept, they put alot of work into this course
-  +2 votes  + Jessy C › June 7, 2022
A-
Gigantic, secluded park. Good variety, and exercise due to the hills: I don't think I've been to another course where it was quite as fun to run to my discs. A- because it took just a little work to find the tees. They need to get an updated map on the boards so we can take pictures of them with our phones when we arrive.

Nicest outhouses I've been in – oddly spacious! Happy that they were open, unlike the bathrooms at several other parks in the area.

Also, cool idea with the lost and found disc drop; I haven't seen that elsewhere.
-  +2 votes  + Glenn Burtis › June 7, 2022
A
Tough course! First time we played it was tough to find the lines not knowing the layout of the baskets! Will be going back soon.
-  +2 votes  + Tammy Spencer › June 7, 2022
A-
One of my favorite courses in the area. The new signs are awesome! Well maintained course, challenging and fun.
-  +2 votes  + Nick Steed › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + charles barrie › June 7, 2022
B+
I have to say this course started off as a A. The front 9 is very nice the problem is when you get to the back. The ability to loose a disk is high and I wouldn't recommend this course to a begginer with a huge arm. The water is in play but also very thick brush that you could easily lose your disck in. Mosqitos we're also bad. This course is not stroller friendly but with a partner you can make it work. Hole 16 is absolutely rediculous. To have a shot at par you have to clear 300 foot of ...
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-  +2 votes  + Kenny Boyert › June 7, 2022
A
Tough track to say the least eapecaially from the long tees. I played solo and had a great time on this very challenging course.
-  +2 votes  + Dustin Alcorn › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Dustin Lazar › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + J B › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Tyler Schrock › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Chris Jett › June 7, 2022
A-
I love this course I play it when I can, I live in Kent. The basket positions are moved from short to long, I like both equally. Hole 9 has to be the most challenging hole in my opinion especially from long to long due to the tree density, it can ruin your round. This course has a wide variety of elevation changes, forehand to backhand shots, obstacles and hazards. Basically this course will keep you honest if you are worried about losing a disc. A lot of high risk, high reward for intermediate players.
-  +2 votes  + Michael Moore › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Ben Bates › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + Alex McCune › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + Andrew C › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +2 votes  + Kyle Myers › June 7, 2022
A-
Great course. This course is a little tough to navigate if its your first time. Theres a good mix of elevation change and balanced open to wooded shots. There is a few holes with water from the lake to factor into play.
-  +2 votes  + Stephen Lunsford › June 7, 2022
A+
-  +2 votes  + Jennifer Adams › June 7, 2022
A
-  +2 votes  + Ed Pritchard › June 7, 2022
A
Really fun course with a ton of options. Great maintenance and always being improved upon.
-  +2 votes  + Nate Steinhour › June 7, 2022
A+
Excellent 18 hole predominantly wooded course. Short and long concrete tee pads on every hole as well as a short and long basket position on each hole. Clear signage on every hole. Fun for beginners who can play the shorts to shorts. Poses a solid challenge for advanced and pros from the long tees. Water in play on 5,6,10,12,14-16. Trash cans on holes 4,9,18 (Could use more). Front 9 ends back at the parking lot which is very nice. Has it's own dedicated parking lot and porta-john. Nicely marked ...
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-  +2 votes  + Albert Barbery › June 7, 2022
A
Might be nostalgia since this was the 1st course I played. This course is what I use to rate each new course I play. Lots of precision needed and a variety of pin locations, tees, and terrains.
-  +2 votes  + Eric Fleet › June 7, 2022
A
This is a very challenging course and well designed. Short and long pads and two basket positions on each hole. There is a ton of poision ivy here, so be prepared if you miss the fairway!
-  +2 votes  + Justin Tiz › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +1 votes  + Jay Kovach › June 7, 2022
B+
soon to be one of the nicest courses around still lots of work to do, do your part and watch a course magically come together. the back nine is going to be a monster, you can see lines forming now.
-  +1 votes  + eric wernet › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Kenneth Tyburski › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +1 votes  + Katie Meloy › June 7, 2022
B-
The back nine looks great. There is still some clearing that needs done in regards to prickers and sticks, but aside from that it has come a long way. Great Job. Definitely a difficult back 9 but it rewards skillfulness.
-  +1 votes  + james moose graham › June 7, 2022
B
-  +1 votes  + John Sales › June 7, 2022
B+
I rate this course 4 out of 5 stars. Pros - Very thick and beautiful forest set on a large state park. There are a lot of elevation changes and a nice rolling terrain. Well built stairs get you up steep hills and really set off the natural beauty of the woods. - This course is the definition of a fantastically technical course that will constantly challenge every level of player. A complete mix of shots are needed here to get over, under & around all kinds of obstacles. Baskets rest ato ...
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-  +1 votes  + Adam Selzer › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Matt O › June 7, 2022
A
Very challenging. Anybody giving this course a bad review should just stick to Hudson or Canton. Must have a good drive on most holes to even have a shot at par. Nice elevation changes. Concrete tees would probably give this course an A rating. Update - Played here again, course is looking great. A lot more clearing has been done, but still very difficult. Which isn't a bad thing.
-  +1 votes  + Dominic G › June 7, 2022
A-
Fairly tight and technical that's a solid test of skill. Plenty of fast greens and OB. A few hope and pray holes that I hope and pray thin out over time. Multiple tees and pins. The park is very nice and the course has gorgeous views of Portage Lakes. Hole 4 is one of my favorite holes in NEO. Good drainage and always stays dry. Great all around disc golf course.
-  +1 votes  + Jonathan Farley › June 7, 2022
A
Short tees are nice, but long tees are awesome!

Great course!!
-  +1 votes  + Adam Woodward › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + James Jacobs › June 7, 2022
A-
-  +1 votes  + ManFred "The Basket Molester" › June 7, 2022
A
This course is friggin awesome! 2 more years and it'll be my first A+ rating
-  +1 votes  + Clay Domenico › June 7, 2022
A
Supee fun! My personal fav! a must play for anyone!
-  +1 votes  + jeff thornsberry › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Ricky Lutz › June 7, 2022
A
Love this course It's all around the best course I've played. Matt, Steve & everybody did work!!! The basket placements are thought out nicely, perfect tee pads, benches and steps throughout the course, For such a heavily wooded course it still has some decently open but difficult shots/gaps it's grooving in quite beautifully
-  +1 votes  + LTD Stoll › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Matt Hill › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Tom Williams › June 7, 2022
A
Shaping up to be one of the best courses in the state. Fun to play for all levels. This course is very technical, so you may have to hunt for some discs. Wear long pants and have a great time!
-  +1 votes  + Gary Heflin › June 7, 2022
B+
I really love this course as it is a technical course with lots of trees. I am a little biased as this is my home course and I live nearby. However, to be as honest as possible, the course is very challenging as most of the course is embedded in the trees and there are multiple water holes towards the end. For an update in 2016, some of the original basket locations have now been extended further creating an even more fun and challenging course. There are many temptations in wanting to shoot ...
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-  +1 votes  + Tim Mc › June 7, 2022
A+
-  +1 votes  + Kyle Johnson › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Jordan H › June 7, 2022
B-
I will come back and rate it higher, but bee stings from the tree stump to the left #14 put me in a bad mood!
-  +1 votes  + Phil Hootman › June 23, 2013
A
This is a really cool course. Plenty of parking and a nice practice basket. Bring your swimming gear, there is a nice beach. Benches on the course to take a breather. Signage is pretty good and easy to read. My only itty bitty little complaint is I felt like some of the tee pads were a little on the short side. No big deal though. I drove up from Dover Ohio to play here and I plan to do it again really soon. Oh, and there are some holes were water is in play so if that freaks you out bring some throw away discs.
-  +1 votes  + Chris Mahaffey › June 7, 2022
B+
One of my favorite courses to play. Long and technical. Some of the holes need a bit of work. overall still a tough and technical course.
-  +1 votes  + Brandon Davis › June 7, 2022
B+
-  +1 votes  + Chuck B › June 7, 2022
B+
Overall a very challenging course but too easy to loose a disk - the front 9 is fair but the back 9 with hole 16 in particular is not fair from the back tees unless you are a expert - I
-  +1 votes  + Andrew Dunaway › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + David Bender › June 7, 2022
A
-  +1 votes  + Kenneth Griffin › June 7, 2022
A+
-  +1 votes  + Justin (JBIRD) Pennix › June 7, 2022
A+
Great Course!
-  +1 votes  + Wesley McElravy › June 7, 2022
A-
This is a great course. Some nice open holes but some very technical holes as well. I play it on a very bad weather day and want to go back when it is nice. I think in season this is probably a beautiful course. Yes there are trees but almost every hole offers an opening. It seems well maintained as well.
-  +0 votes  + dan schmidt › June 7, 2022
A
Hole 16 from the longs what a great hole
-  +0 votes  + David Tilson › June 7, 2022
A
Absolutely Love this course!It quickly became one of my favorites.So many good shots.Great course guys and i'll defintely be visiting this place as much as possible
-  +0 votes  + tony paserba › June 7, 2022
C
-  +0 votes  + Jeff Snowden › June 7, 2022
A+
-  +0 votes  + Chris Warfield › June 7, 2022
A+
Beautiful Course! my Favorite course ever! it is in my opinion the best course in Ohio and the most under rated course too!
-  +0 votes  + Jared Heberling › June 7, 2022
A
Awesome!
-  +0 votes  + john holmes › June 7, 2022
C+
like shoting in the dark so many trees
-  +0 votes  + Jeff Gayhart › June 7, 2022
A
-  +0 votes  + scott siers › June 7, 2022
A
-  +0 votes  + Mike Hill › June 7, 2022
A+
-  +0 votes  + Isaac Lilly › June 7, 2022
A
This course spanks me everytime. It could really use a big bomb drive hole or a few shorter wooded holes. I can't wait to go back tho, Portage is well taken care of and a ton of fun to play.
-  +0 votes  + Dave Hab › June 7, 2022
A
Awesome course here! Excellent large cement tees, quality baskets, and good signage. Longs are just that, long and a tough challenge or you can take it easy on the shorts, or mix it up, good variety for all skill levels. The course is well maintained and the locals reallly do a great job maintaining the course.
-  +0 votes  + Andrew Snyder › June 7, 2022
B
-  +0 votes  + Lee Spencer › June 7, 2022
A+
This course seems to get better every time we visit. Locals take great pride in this beauty and it shows. Thank you for all your hard work. Love the new signs, bench, etc!
-  +0 votes  + Andrew H › June 7, 2022
A
Very nice! Continually getting better. Tough on beginners.
-  +0 votes  + Steven Smith › June 7, 2022
C
This is a VERY challenging course. Alot of trees to deal with. Some holes are great and others just are exhausting to say the least. On a great day I love the course. But you'd have to drag me back to play here again.
-  +0 votes  + Gregory Nichols › June 7, 2022
B+
Very difficult. My first time out ever. A lot of poison ivy though
-  +0 votes  + Jason Rudawsky › June 7, 2022
B-
-  +0 votes  + James Gratz › June 7, 2022
B-
-  +0 votes  + Jeff M › June 7, 2022
B+
-  +0 votes  + Benjamin Rahe › May 11, 2021
A+
-  +0 votes  + Uncle Tony Hawk › June 7, 2022
B+
-  +0 votes  + Zak Ferrell › May 14, 2016
A-
Very nice chill course.
-  +0 votes  + David Pitz › June 7, 2022
B+
Lost my favorite disc on hole 5. Literally hit every tree the first 4 holes, then decided to miss them all right into the lake. But still a good course. Bring a rag, usually muddy.
-  +0 votes  + Patrick Conway › January 8, 2024
B+
-  +0 votes  + Joshua Terry › June 6, 2022
A+
Wonderful course. The best course in the Northeast Ohio region for competitive disc golf. Great water shots. Nice wooded shots. Constant improvement and a nice local community that welcomes all.
-  +0 votes  + Philip McFee › February 5, 2023
A
-  -1 votes  + Steve Godar › June 7, 2022
A
Every time you play this course, you are always faced with a different and challenging shot. The rolling woodlands along with the Portage Lakes intertwined in the layout makes for a beautiful day, even if your game is not so. Located away from any highways, a mile back in the state park with great parking facilities. Swimming area and picnicking are very close. Thanks to all that made this happen. More improvements to come.
-  -1 votes  + Rick Gzesh › June 7, 2022
B+
Beautiful course but very challenging with tight fairways and hazzards galore. The short tees are more my speed but I enjoyed the longs as well.
-  -1 votes  + Theo C › June 7, 2022
B+
-  -1 votes  + Vincent Bussey › June 7, 2022
A+
-  -1 votes  + Ken Sampson › June 7, 2022
B+
Really fun course except for unavoidable water hazards on a couple of holes. We just skipped them. I write reviews based on the experience as a rec player who doesn't really want to throw a disc into the water. The course is beautiful and a good challenge otherwise.
-  -1 votes  + Mike Rickerd › June 7, 2022
A
In my opinion this is a world class course that along with Oak Ledges and Spiker could host a major PDGA event someday. It's a very scenic challenging wooded course where birdies don't come easy, so lower your scoring expectations. I'm giving this course an A.
-  -1 votes  + Tony Accordino › July 26, 2022
A-
-  -1 votes  + Dan Kilgore › January 23, 2023
B
IMHO i think this DGC is going to be one of the best in this neck of the woods, and that includes Dover/ Massillon, Medina, and Canton. But the DGc isn't complete yet and I know there's a whole lot more work to be done before it's ready for comparison. But I really believe that if we all put our heads together and leave the egos at the door, we could host an AM WORLDS with our area DGCs easy. We got the people, we got the DGc's and we have some special sponsors (Quonset Hut). Let's blow this up and show the world how lucky we have it here on the NE OHIO
-  -2 votes  + Ian Kuehn › June 7, 2022
C+
B+ for the back 9 holes. I like the design, but there is a lot of bush and i understand the back 9 were recently put in. Once some gets cleaed out itll be fine. I give the front 9 a D. in my opinion the holes are pooly designed and there is a ton of brush that needs to be cleared. Hole 7 is the only hole I like on the front.
-  -2 votes  + Chris Woolsey › August 4, 2012
A
This course has come a long way fast......and is now one of my favorites and it is the closest to me!!! It is a very difficult course though with a lot of trees, OB, and water hazards. I can see some pro tours coming through here real soon!
-  -2 votes  + JC Whitter › June 7, 2022
B
-  -2 votes  + James " Ace Banger " Sheets › June 7, 2022
B+
-  -3 votes  + Truth DiscGolf › June 7, 2022
C-
Lots of gnats. Seemed awfull over-rated. Hardly anyone there during the week (I guess that is a plus), but kind of shows its not that popular, just a pack of regulars on double-nights.
-  -11 votes  + denny c › June 7, 2022
B
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