Western Pennsylvania got a taste of the rapidly growing sport’s potential economic benefits when the world championships were hosted north of Pittsburgh in 2015. A lot of participants stayed in Cranberry Township hotels, but the township itself didn’t have a course, and that caused officials to make plans for one of the world’s longest, which…
New Disc Golf Course Gains Quick Popularity
The city of Moulton, Ala. built the course in a public park for about $10,000. “It’s one of the cheapest things we’ve put in for people to enjoy,” said the city’s Parks and Recreation Director, who reported that even without a grand opening, word spread quickly after the course was opened and it has already seen strong activity, especially among players between 30 and 60 years old.
Aurora, Colo. Ponders New Purposes for Centre Hills Course
An 18-hole disc golf course, a new shelter and rest site, pathway connections to The Highline Canal trail and a dog park were the ideas that “stood out” most during public meetings held to discuss low-cost, low-maintenance solutions for the financially unstable par-3 course, which was closed September 30.