Jim Hartsell

Twenty Thousand Roads is the personal blog of Jim Hartsell, a space for sharing experiences and reflections on golf, architecture, travel, music, and family life. Its posts often focus on Scotland, where golf courses, historic places, landscapes, and buildings inspire travel stories, photography, and commentary. The site features articles such as lists of favorite Scottish golf holes, memorable architectural photographs, and recollections of visits to notable places, including the Old Course at St Andrews.

Alongside these essays, Jim offers annual Scottish golf calendars, featuring images connected with Scotland and its courses. Recent editions include a fifth-anniversary calendar, with ordering and shipping information provided in the relevant posts; some print runs are limited. The blog also includes personal writing on subjects beyond golf and architecture, including music and family memories.

Visitors can browse the latest posts, learn more about Jim, and contact him through the site. Overall, Twenty Thousand Roads combines a writer’s personal perspective with visual and literary appreciation of golf, architecture, and the places that shape those experiences