All bunkers will be renovated, a new irrigation system will be installed, cart paths will be restored and the 13th hole will be revamped as nine holes are kept open for the public.
Desert Highlands to Upgrade Irrigation, Showcase Graeme Baxter Artwork
The North Scottsdale, Ariz. club’s Jack Nicklaus Signature design course will see a $7 million renovation project that includes a new irrigation system, updated cart paths, work on all bunkers and minor changes to the 13th hole. Enhancements should be completed by this summer. Baxter’s rendition of the course’s 14th hole will be showcased at the…
How to Foster F&B Talent
Club chefs need supportive managers—and Daniel Chagolla, Executive Chef of Desert Highlands in Scottsdale, Ariz., has one in Chief Operating Officer Terra Waldron. Savvy club managers discover what is unique about the individuals on their team and find ways to capitalize on those special attributes. That’s certainly the case at The Desert Highlands Country and…
McMahon Group Recognizes Clubs of Excellence™
All past and future clubs associated with the managers who have won Excellence in Club Management Awards recognition will be honored at the annual reception and dinner during the CMAA World Conference.
Desert Highlands Completes Clubhouse Restoration
The $4 million restoration provided members of the Scottsdale, Ariz., property with a variety of new dining venues, an 1,890-bottle wine tasting room and a new Coffee/Sunset Patio Bar, and has helped to boost F&B revenues by 33% in the past year, the club reports.
Curtain Calls for the Understudies
Desert Highlands, in Scottsdale, Ariz., boasts some of the most sumptuous menus in the area. And members who eat in the club’s various dining rooms know that their meals are the inspiration of Executive Chef Michael Hoobler. It’s not likely, however, that they are as familiar with Daniel Chagolla, Steve Bruni, or Steve Amine. They…