Hickory is a gender-neutral name of American origin, meaning "North American Hardwood Tree." The name derives from a Native American word, possibly referring to the hickory tree's nut or a milky drink made from such nuts. Hickories are temperate to subtropical forest trees with pinnately compound leaves and large nuts, with most species being deciduous. They are used for their edible nuts and wood. The genus Carya includes 19 species, with seven native to southeast Asia and twelve native to North America. The hickory tree is also used as a food plant by certain Lepidoptera species and has culinary and wood uses. The nuts are a rich source of B vitamins and dietary minerals, while the wood is known for its strength, toughness, and shock resistance, making it suitable for various items such as tool handles, bows, and wood flooring.
Hickory golf, a variation of the sport played with hickory-shafted clubs, has gained traction globally, with active groups in the United States, Canada, the U.K., and several other countries. The appeal of hickory golf lies in reintroducing a sense of 'feel' to the golf shot and offering a challenge in finding and restoring suitable clubs for play. Proponents argue that hickory golf allows golfers to experience classic golf courses as they were originally intended to be played. The game is divided into pre-1935 and pre-1900 divisions, with a niche group in the U.S. experimenting with feather-ball golf and reproduction clubs to replicate golf as it was played prior to 1850. Various championships and tournaments are held worldwide, with notable events such as the U.S. Hickory Open, the World Hickory Open Championship in Scotland, and national championships in countries like Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, and Australia. These events attract amateurs and professionals from across the globe, fostering a vibrant hickory golf community.
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