Now owned by Crystal Outdoors LLC, the Carbondale, Colo. golf course could see the addition of a boutique health-and-wellness hotel on the property, if rezoning is approved. The facility’s seasonal restaurant has been renamed and is transitioning to a year-round operation as well.
Ray Richards GC to Reopen As More “Versatile” Property
The University of North Dakota tried to sell the land before learning that would go against the wishes of its donor. The course will now reopen to provide golf along with other activities including archery, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and disc golfing. It will also be used for the school’s unmanned aircraft program.
Green, Ohio Council Approves Purchase of Raintree CC
The 145-acre property will be owned by the city and remain a golf course and event center once the $3.3 million sale is finalized. Six management firms have submitted bids to run the 26-year-old club for the city. The city of Green, Ohio will own Raintree Country Club by the end of the year after…
“Rocking Horse Spa” Opens at Silvies Valley Ranch
The new 17,000-sq. ft. facility at the Silvies, Ore. property includes an indoor lap pool and rock-climbing wall, in addition to rooms and services designed to “indulge guests with down-home Western ranch service and top-of-the-line amenities.” The ranch is also introducing “Cool Golf” as a winter activity. The Retreat & Links at Silvies Valley Ranch in Silvies,…
Bill Roberts GC Unveils New Clubhouse, Pro Shop & Bar/Grill
Planning for the $2.3 million project at the Helena, Mont. municipal property began in December 2016, after a feasibility study showed that a new clubhouse would be a positive economic decision for the city. The golf course sees 40,000 rounds played annually and the new Sports Grill will now stay open year-round, to also accommodate…
Breaking the Ice
Club and resort properties are encouraging year-round use of facilities by offering winter-focused recreational options.
New Ownership Group Closes Deal for Clayton CC
The “best” player among the new owners describes his golf game as “slightly less than terrible,” but says he and his partners were inspired by the idea of turning the property into a year-round destination by adding activities such as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Their most immediate priority is securing a liquor license in time for the clubhouse’s opening this spring.
Golfers Object to Proposed Skiing, Biking at Meadowbrook GC
The City Council of Rapid City, S.D. is scheduled to discuss allowing additional recreational options requested by residents at the city-owned course. But the local golf association says activities like cross-country skiing and mountain biking could destroy the course.