A faulty gasoline-powered golf cart at the Sterling Heights, Mich., property caught fire on June 12, causing an estimated $60,000 in damage when the flames spread to a cart shed. The golf course was up and running two days later, and rented carts are available.
Two Years After Blaze, Camillus (N.Y.) CC Rebuilds Clubhouse
The property’s golf course reopened two days after the accidental fire that destroyed the clubhouse. The new facility, which broke ground on the same footprint as the previous clubhouse in December, will be complete by the fall, and will measure 6,100 sq. ft. with basement storage space to house 80 golf carts.
Hawktree GC Accidentally Burns 60 Acres
A planned controlled burn of an area that hadn’t seen maintenance for 20 years got out of control at the Bismarck, N.D., golf course, exacerbated by dry conditions, wind and steep ravines, ultimately burning hay fields off the property. The club said it received the go-ahead for the burn by Burleigh County Combined Communications.
Officials Investigate Two Fires at Las Cruces (N.M.) CC
Days after firefighters battled two separate blazes on the vacant property, the second of which caused extensive damage inside the clubhouse, graffiti has appeared on the exterior of the building, reading “Burn Down Fast” and “Burn Now.” A fence will be installed around the building to prevent trespassing.
Crews Battled Fire and Ice at Cobbs Creek GC
The historic clubhouse at the Philadelphia property’s Karakung Golf Course caught fire on Monday night, gutting the building and leaving it encased in ice. A local group called Friends of Cobbs Creek has developed extensive plans and raised private financial backing to support a public-private operation.
Amana (Iowa) Colonies GC Clubhouse Likely a “Total Loss” After Fire
Crews from several fire departments responded to the blaze at 3:40 a.m., and were initially unable to approach it due to the intensity of the flames. Thought there was severe damage to the walls and roof, no injuries were reported.
Fire at Terravita G&CC Less Severe Than Originally Reported
The local ABC News affiliate reported that a “massive fire” broke out at the Scottsdale, Ariz., property’s clubhouse, but a conflicting blog report says the coverage was “[blown] out of proportion,” and the fire didn’t affect the clubhouse, but instead damaged a portion of the Desert Pavilion that is being renovated.
Yahnundasis GC Seeks to Broaden Appeal After Fire
A fire on August 11 in the New Hartford, N.Y., club’s cart barn was a “setback” as the property seeks to stabilize its membership by shifting marketing and promotional efforts toward social and recreational offerings beyond golf.
Chimney Fire Damages Salishan Spa & Golf Resort
Damage to the 50-year-old lodge on the Gleneden Beach, Ore., property was estimated at “maybe $150,000 to $200,000.” In Ohio, a man has been arrested and charged with arson in connection to a fire that destroyed Madison (Ohio) Country Club in March.
Three-Alarm Fire Damages Harmony Ridge GC
The fire was confined to the main building of the private Ambridge, Pa., property, which housed a bar, restaurant, banquet room, ballroom, and meeting room. Part of the structure collapsed as firefighters worked to contain the blaze, but no injuries were reported.
Madison (Ohio) CC Clubhouse a “Total Loss” After Fire
An estimated 24 fire departments worked to put out the blaze that consumed the single-story clubhouse in the early morning. An investigation into the cause of the fire will begin once all hot spots are put out.
Juveniles Charged in Red Lion (Pa.) CC Arson
Three male juveniles admitted their involvement in the fire and will be charged with arson, burglary and criminal trespass. An investigation into the February 10 blaze determined that multiple fires had been set within the building.
DuBois (Pa.) CC Rebuilds After Fire
One year after a fire destroyed the club and its restaurant, a new building with a banquet facility that accommodates up to 500 people is being built on the site, along with a hotel.
Fire Causes “Widespread” Damage at Red Lion (Pa.) CC
The club’s banquet facilities took the brunt of the damage from the blaze, and the cause has not been determined. The facility is vacant and was listed for sale at $2.5 million.
Stone Hedge GC Closes After Fire
Operators hope to reopen the Marshall, Mo., property by March 1 after a fire ate away interior walls and portions of the ceiling over the weekend. The fire marshal believes the blaze was caused by electrical wiring.