Your round at Skeena Valley begins with a welcoming par 5 that eases you into the course. From the tee, a wide fairway and sweeping mountain backdrop make for a memorable first swing. Big hitters may be tempted to go for the green in two, but the uphill target and a bunker guarding the front make that a dangerous gamble. The smarter play is to lay up, leaving a short approach that can set up a birdie chance. The elevated green demands accuracy, as anything long leaves a tricky chip from thick rough. It’s the perfect opener: forgiving enough to settle nerves but with just enough challenge to keep you honest.