WATCH: Caddying at Bandon Dunes? Here’s what that job is like

GOLF.com explored the daily demands and lifestyle of working as a caddie at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon. Over a long weekend, reporters shadowed veteran loopers Graham Banks and Jason Castles from their predawn preparations to their post-round evening routines. The feature examines how the resort's caddie program operates as a core element of the overall guest experience.

Since opening in 1999, the destination has expanded to five 18-hole courses and two par-3 layouts. The caddie roster now exceeds 500 independent contractors during peak season. The article highlights that loopers serve not only as course guides but also as companions and emotional support systems for visiting golfers.