and pond skating are also popular with families. Q: Are local people coming for the winter programs? Yes, we are offering B&B packages for Wisconsin residents to enjoy throughout the winter. The outdoor Sand County Classic attracts hockey enthusiasts from all over the state. Our Thanksgiving Dinner and New Year’s Eve programming are very well attended, plus our culinary programs have shown increased demand every year. Q: Other than golf and tennis what’s next on the list for Sand Valley? New restaurants, Bill’s BBQ at the Sandbox and the Gallery at the Tennis Center. The Tennis Center itself with Court Tennis and the new grass courts is a major expansion. There is also a new 40-acre lake that will offer aquatic sports and retreats, holiday getaways, wellness programs, ice sports, and culinary events. Plus, we have plans for additional programming and activities in the future Q: What has been the most popular winter sport/ activity this year? By far our most popular winter sports activity is the Sand County Classic Pond Hockey tournament. We have also become a popular outdoor curling destination. There are very few places where you can do outdoor curling. Sledding Q: Do you expect to attract “non-golfers?” There may be tennis clubs, who want to travel for grass courts. It’s certainly great for nongolfing guests, plus tennis also opens up the door for couples, groups and mixed golf/tennis club competitions. Q: How has this Winter season been as a four seasons destination? We are beginning to see guests, who came for golf in the summer, return over the winter. The winter schedule has evolved to include is a major draw. The Tennis Center itself, with a scenic patio and the Gallery restaurant is an amenity all its own.
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