The newest public course in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Twin Cities region may open as soon as June 2017, featuring the redesign of the former Tartan Park Golf Course by Arnold Palmer and Annika Sorenstam on a property that was once a resort owned by the 3M Company. PGA Tour event coordinator Hollis Cavner, who bought the property earlier this year, has proclaimed the new course will “be the best in the metro area” and capable of “hosting anything.”
Minnesota Golf Courses Adjust to Appeal to Next Generation
In response to the concerns prospective golfers have about the game, Deer Run GC in Victoria incorporates daily rates instead of dues, offers craft beer and whiskeys, and encourages speedier play with “FastPlayFriday.”
The TPC Network Releases Top 10 Etiquette Tips
The tips, culled from the head golf professionals of TPC clubs, range from well-known courtesies to hidden truths. “Being a gentleman or lady truly embodies the spirit of our sport, so these tips are meant to help be the best you can be on the links,” said Josh Nichols, head golf professional at TPC Sugarloaf.
Stewards of the Land
As club and resort properties take leadership roles in environmental initiatives, they’re not only creating a more positive image, but also becoming more efficient operators.
GCSAA Announces 2009 Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) have announced the respective winners of the 2009 GCSAA/Golf Digest Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards. The national winners include (facility, location, chapter): National Resort and Overall – Terry Stratton, Little River (Calif.) Inn Golf and Tennis, GCSA of Northern California National Public – Jim Brown, CGCS, Newport Dunes…