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Perfect Foursome in Michigan’s UP
By Fred Altvater Michigan’s UP is not just for fishing, hunting, hiking and boating. It is also the home of the ‘Perfect Foursome’ of golf courses with a little casino action thrown in for good measure. This ‘Perfect Foursome’ of golf courses is comprised of Timberstone, at Pine Mountain Resort, Marquette Golf Club’s Greywalls, […]
Pinehurst Resort Adds Historic Magnolia Inn
Pinehurst Resort Adds Historic Magnolia Inn The Pinehurst Resort has agreed to acquire The Magnolia Inn, plus the Villaggio Ristorante & Bar. The Magnolia opened in 1896, less than one year after Pinehurst was founded. It is the second-oldest hotel in the Village behind the Holly Inn, which opened its doors on New Year’s Eve in 1895. The […]
Pinehurst’s Popular Cradle Par-3 to Get an Upgrade
The Cradle the popular par-3 course at Pinehurst has rapidly become one of the favorite attractions at “The Cradle of American Golf.” Designed by Gil Hanse it opened for play in the fall of 2017. This short course with its laid-back atmosphere is about to get an upgrade. The ‘Pine Cone’ rest area above the […]
Riverby Hills & Eagles Landing: Two Great Courses in Toledo
As people are finding that golf is the perfect way to exercise and spend quality time outdoors, Eagles Landing in Oregon and Riverby Hills in Waterville are two public courses that are easy to reach in Northwest Ohio. Historic Riverby Hills across the river from Waterville was used to test Willys Jeeps before being sent […]
Zoar Golf Club – A Central Ohio Favorite For Almost 50 Years
By David Theoret In the early 1970s, Jack Nicklaus was winning major tournaments and the golf industry was on the verge of a boom. The Frank family wanted to build a high-end course in Tuscarawas County to capitalize on that golf momentum. Once they raised the capital and purchased the site, near Zoar, Geoffrey Cornish […]
Michigan’s LochenHeath is on the Rebound
By Len Ziehm LochenHeath Golf Club offers beautiful views of East Grand Traverse Bay, near Traverse City, Michigan. Although beautiful, it has had a rocky past. Forced to close, it was rescued due to the extraordinary efforts of a few former members and some very dedicated employees. Together they have converted LochenHeath into one of the best public courses in this golf-rich state. Built by the well-respected designer, Steve Smyers, on what was […]
Fort Lauderdale Area Has Plenty of Options for Daily Fee Golfers
By Dave Theoret With cooler weather about to descend on Ohio, Golfaholics may want to consider heading to the Florida’s Southeastern coast. Fort Lauderdale has 24 miles of white sandy beaches with sparkling turquoise water, palm trees gently swaying in the ocean breezes and a plethora of wonderful public golf courses. Deer Creek Golf […]
Michigan’s Grand Slam
By Fred Altvater Babe Ruth holds baseball’s record for most Grand Slams hit at 16. Bobby Jones is the only man to win all four of golf’s major championships in the same year to achieve the Grand Slam. But, did you know, you could create your own ‘Grand Slam’ by playing at four of […]
Ultimate Kingdom Experience at Reynolds Lake Oconee
There are certainly several reasons to visit Reynolds Lake Oconee. Hundreds of miles of lake frontage are perfect for swimming, skiing, fishing, or a leisurely cruise on the pontoon. Five memorable golf courses by top name designers. Comfortable and modern accommodations, as well as, several outstanding culinary options are scattered about the property. Don’t forget, […]
SKY VALLEY CC: GEORGIA GOLF’S HIGH-ALTITUDE ESCAPE
By Mike May Do you want to experience a legal natural high? Pack your bags, grab your clubs, and head for Sky Valley Country Club, one of Georgia’s premier golf and vacation destinations. Nestled in the northeastern corner of the state and surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest, it is the highest golf course in […]