Michigan Golf Volume 9 No. 2 by Gemini Publications

Vol. 9, No. 2, 2007 $5.00 michigangolfmagazine.com

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Fall With Grace

Tullymore, Hawk’s Eye, Boyne, Manistee National, Gaylord Golf Mecca Hundreds More

Playing The Hits

Classic Courses That Made Michigan Famous

Course Directory Over 600 Courses You Can Play

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The Book Store Something to keep your mind on the game until next season.

Drive Time You’ll find as many vineyards as you will golf courses along the Michigan Golf and Wine Trail. Take a drive and drink up the variety along Lake Michigan’s shoreline.

The Classics Webster says a “classic” is characterized as being a model of its kind. We share about a dozen or so examples.

Fall Golf

Don’t store those clubs just yet. Michigan’s best golf begins when everybody else goes home.

Michigan Golf Course Directory No matter where you live in Michigan, you’re no more than 30 minutes from the nearest golf course. We’ve located more than 600 for you. West Course Directory

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East Course Directory

U.P. Course Directory

Michigan Map

ontheTee There’s a whole bunch of golf to lap up on the shores of Lake Michigan. Nice that IN VINO, VERITAS. THE TRUTH IS THE there are as many vineyards to visit as there are worth-the-trip places to tee it SAME GEOGRAPHICAL FACTORS THAT up. Lisa Jensen, editor of sister publicaMAKE MICHIGAN’S COASTAL COURSES tion Michigan BLUE, lends grape taste to this edition of Michigan GOLF. SO COMPELLING PLAY EQUALLY INTO The roaring ’90s wasn’t the most MICHIGAN’S GROWING INTERNATIONAL prolific decade of golf development in ACCLAIM AS A WINE PRODUCER. Michigan, but it sure seemed like it. As developers raced to build the next Big Deal (and boy did courses grow in size), some classic courses were orphaned. Jason Deegan, being the nice fellow that he is, spoke up and said, “Hey! What about those guys?” He needed some work so we sent him out to reacquaint us with several of Michigan’s classic designs. Read which course Tom Watson calls his favorite. Did you know that nearly 20 percent of America’s best public courses are in Michigan? They are, so says Golf Digest magazine. Golf For Women says we have the best family-friendly resorts, too. April 1 is the accepted opening day of the Michigan golf season, continuing in some respects till the snow flies. But those who savor the final sips of summer and early fall say that’s when Michigan golf truly lights up. As leaves fall, so do rates. Michigan GOLF highlights best bets for post-Labor Day links. My office has become a veritable library of golf publications. I now have enough reading to last me through the winter. We share a few titles that we think will most satisfy you. If I stepped out of my office right now I could be on a golf course in less than 10 minutes. How about you? I bet there’s a course within 20 miles of where you live or work. No more excuses. Get out and play. We list over 600 courses from which to choose. Michigan’s greens are a stage featuring daily performances. Get a ticket and enjoy this state’s worldclass golf stars. Swing Easy,

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www.geminipub.com www.michigangolfmagazine.com Publisher John H. Zwarensteyn Golf Magazine Director Randy D. Prichard Senior Writer Don VanderVeen Contributing Writers Jason Deegan, Lisa Jensen, Randy D. Prichard Contributing Photographers Michael Buck, Kevin Frisch, Dave Richards, Brian Walters Design & Production Manager Scott Sommerfeld Assistant Design & Production Manager Chris Pastotnik Art Coordinator Kelly J. Nugent Designers/Production Assistants Melissa Brooks, Adam Murphy, Robin Vargo General Sales Manager Randy D. Prichard Advertising Sales Consultants John Olsa Advertising Sales Assistant/Coordinator Karla Warnock Circulation & Marketing Manager Scott T. Miller Circulation & Marketing Coordinator Jocelyn Burkett Circulation & Marketing Assistant Shane Chapin Finance & Administration Manager Pamela Brocato, CPA Administrative Assistant Terry K. Campbell Accounting & Credit Assistant Bev Horinga Receptionists/Clerical Assistants Samantha Sherd, Linda Wilson Reprints Representative Randy D. Prichard (616) 459-4545 Michigan Golf Magazine is published biannually as a special supplement by Grand Rapids Magazine, a division of Gemini Publications. Publishing, editorial, circulation, production, advertising and marketing offices are located at 549 Ottawa, NW, Suite 201, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-1444. Telephone (616) 459-4545. Fax (616) 459-4800. Copyright ©2007 by Gemini Publications. All rights reserved. Any unsolicited photographic and editorial contributions to Michigan Golf Magazine should contain a self addressed and pre-stamped re turn envelope. Address all such inquiries to the golf magazine director. Our e-mail address is mgolfinfo@geminipub.com.

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Weighing in at 8 pounds and 11 ounces, the coffee table book that James Finegan has published not only touts the finest courses of Scotland and Ireland, it may win the prize on being the heftiest golf book published. “Where Golf is Great” measures 527 pages and nearly twice that count in photographs of the world’s most renowned and lesser known courses. Not only is the golf great in Scotland and Ireland, so are the sights. Witness for yourself for $60. Available at better book stores or by visiting www.artisan books.com.

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and a little something from golf’s greatest player Jack Nicklaus, widely regarded as the greatest golfer ever, has released a new book, “Jack Nicklaus – Memories and Mementos from Golf’s Golden Bear.” The legendary golfer offers the story of his life, both professionally and personally, while sharing mementos to mark his time in golf history. From www.stcbooks.com for $35.

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More Good Reads A Few

Left to right: GOLF Magazine “Great Getaways,” including Michigan destinations, $29.95; “Money Golf,” a 600-year history of betting on golf authored by Michael K. Bohn, $25.95; “The Masters – A Holeby-Hole History of America’s Golf Classic,” $26.95; “Tommy’s Honor – The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf’s Founding Father and Son,” chronicles golf’s first rivalry, $27.95; “100 Classic Golf Tips,” a timeless instructional guide to learning the fundamentals of golf with illustrations, $39.95; “The Seven Principles of Golf,” a Stephen Covey approach to managing the mental aspect of your game, $18.95; “The Golfer’s Bible,” text from the greatest book ever written offering guidance and inspiration from above in a handsome leather cover, $24.99.

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Some Trimming at the Tops When the two news stories broke in April within days of each other that Phil Mickelson was leaving Rick Smith, and the Par-3 Shootout at Treetops Resort was cancelled in 2007, more than a few eyebrows raised in suspicion. Were the events connected? When Mickelson left Smith for Butch Harmon, did he bail out of the Threetops showcase, forcing sponsors to back away? Not according to Treetops director of golf Kevin McKinley. “It was just bad timing,” he says of the announcements. McKinley maintains that the 2007 Par3 Shootout, in what would have been its eighth season, had several significant sponsors ready to host, but none of the companies could commit to long-term deals, which Treetops officials believe is essential to a successful future. “One year planning is so hard,”

McKinley says. “After last year, we decided, going forward, we want to solidify multiyear deals.” McKinley says he’s “pretty optimistic” that the event will return in 2008. That’s good news to golf fans who have witnessed tournaments in Michigan drop like flies. In this decade, Michigan has lost one LPGA tournament (the Oldsmobile Classic), two Champions Tour events (the Farmer’s Charity Classic and Ford Senior Players Championship), a Canadian Tour stop (the Bay Mills Open) and a Futures Tour event (the Bank of Ann Arbor Futures Golf Classic). Only the PGA Tour’s

Buick Open in Grand Blanc remains. The Par-3 Shootout has done wonders for northern Michigan and Gaylord in terms of exposure. The two-day ESPNtelevised event features an 18-hole skins game on the Threetops course between four pros. A large purse and a $1 million prize for a hole-in-one attracted Mickelson, Lee Trevino, Fred Couples and others. To commemorate the event on June 25-26, Treetops scheduled a $10,000 holein-one contest for golfers who aced the seventh hole, nicknamed “High Five.” Winners, if any, were not available to Michigan Golf at press time.

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Well EQUIPPED Jim Furyk has always had a pretty sharp game. Now he dresses the part with Chiliwear “Performance Camp” shirts. See the full line at www.chiliwear.com.

The Perfect Club collection, invented by Peter Kessler in 2002, thrives on the premise that shorter shafted clubs are better because they’re easier to hit and deliver more consistent results. Cost: $129. Web site: www.theperfectclub.com.

The Groove Equipment Limited (GEL) putter’s groove technology enables putts to stay on-line and improve your chances of the ball going in the hole. Cost: up to $165. Web site: www. gelgolf.com.

Alias Footwear is making a name for itself with comfortable, affordable golf shoes. The Slope Nose features an air- and nitrogenfilled heel cavity for lighter weight and superior waterproofing. Cost: $68-$76. Web site: www.aliasfootwear.com.

The Inka Pen allows you to write smoothly in all conditions – underwater, at any altitude, temperature extremes, and at any angle – making it great for the golf course. Cost: $20. Web site: www.writeanywhere.com.

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Crystal Clear The view at the summit of Buck Hill in Thompsonville is as clear today as the mission set in motion in 1957, although few would argue that the original investors envisioned this. A group of friends had put some money together, cleared some timber, moved a little earth, fashioned a tow rope to a truck engine and pulled would-be skiers to the top to take advantage of the abundant snow. Fifty years later Buck Hill, now known as Crystal Mountain, is a world-class golf and ski destination with 45 slopes, 9 lifts, 36 holes of championship golf, one of the best teaching professionals in the game, lodging for 1,600 residents and a one-acre outdoor water park. Chris Petritz is the daughter of George Petritz, one of the original founders of Crystal Mountain when it was purchased in 1960. She and her husband, Jim MacInnes, oversee operations and remain loyal to the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission of being a family destination offering four seasons of fun and adventure. Learn more by visiting www.crystal mountain.com.

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Gaylord Golf Mecca Unveils New Logo And Branding The Gaylord Golf Mecca is more than just the most recognizable name brand in Midwest golf. It is also on par with the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail in Alabama and Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday in South Carolina as the most recognizable, and successful, marketing alliances in golf. And now there’s a logo to match. In conjunction with the destination’s 20th anniversary, the Gaylord Golf Mecca launched a new logo and branding campaign promoting the area as “America’s Summer Golf Mecca.” Tandem Design out of Traverse City

helped develop the brand document and logo concepts. The Gaylord Golf Mecca has grown to include more than 20 golf courses and more than 20 hotel properties since 1987, all with in a 45-minute drive. The courses do more than 350,000 rounds of golf annually every summer. “The new logo and marketing materials being developed will showcase the Gaylord area as a top golfing destination as well as a wonderful place to experience the outdoors,” says Paul Beachnau, Executive Director of the Gaylord Area Convention and Tourism Bureau.

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FORE Sure There isn’t just a new name, new slogan and new logo at Shanty Creek Resorts in Bellaire. There’s a whole new attitude at Shanty Creek Resorts, formerly called Shanty Creek Resort & Club. Gone is the uncertainty that the words bankruptcy and foreclosure bring. The new owners, Trinidad Resort & Club, LLC, a subsidiary of Apex Oil Co. that bought the resort at the 11th hour, are determined to bring the property back to its glory, when it was regularly considered one of the top golf resorts in the Midwest. They’ve already pumped millions of dollars into the resort’s infrastructure, updating its computer systems and buying new equipment. Property owners and guests are already enjoying the differences. The new maintenance equipment has done wonders for the conditioning of Shanty Creek’s four golf courses. The customer service that had disappeared during the past few years is better than ever. While you’re golfing, workers will clean the windshield of your car as a way of

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saying “Thank you for the visit.” This fall, extensive renovations are planned for the Summit Conference Center, including the guest rooms and the public areas on the main floor of the lodge. Vice president of sales and marketing Jon Stultz says the lobby will open up to give guests what they want: more stunning views above Lake Bellaire. “We are all about making memories,” he said. Stultz has introduced “ridiculous” golf packages, some as low as $99 per person during shoulder seasons. Customers at the Novi Golf Show bought just six golf packages last year, he said, and more than 500 this year. Affordability is one of Shanty Creek’s mantras. “We want to be accessible to the masses,” Stultz added. There’s even a new level of cooperation between Shanty Creek and Vacation Properties Network, which owns the Hawk’s Eye and The Chief courses in Bellaire. Shanty Creek’s new slogan “now more than ever” signifies the potential growth of the resort. The new logo showcases the two mountains that offer 49 downhill slopes and the forests that bookend the sprawling 4,500acre property and its three distinct destinations: the Schuss, Cedar River and Summit Villages. Visit www.shantycreek.com for information. SHANTY CREEK RESORTS

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DriveTime Pack your clubs – and your palate – then set course for a scenic round of Michigan’s most tasteful golf destinations. BY LISA M. JENSEN

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The same geographical factors that make this state’s scenic coastal courses so compelling lend equal allure to Michigan’s flourishing, internationally acclaimed wineries.

In Michigan, there are two kinds of driving. Boasting more courses and resorts than any other state excluding California and Florida, the Wolverine state’s claim to world-class golf defines one. The other? “Culinary travel is a natural for Michigan,” says David Lorenz, spokesperson for Travel Michigan, the state’s tourism promotion office. “Our agricultural base is very diverse, we have a well-regarded and growing wine industry, we are surrounded by Great Lakes – we have all the ingredients for wonderful food and wine experiences.” The same geographical factors that make this state’s scenic coastal courses so compelling lend equal allure to Michigan’s flourishing, internationally acclaimed wineries. Most vineyards are within the Lower Peninsula; many tasting rooms collectively work to attract visitors through seasonal festivals, special packages, themed weekends, gourmet dinners and culinary classes. Even if you’re not a sip and swirl connoisseur, consider dividing drive time between challenging greens and flavorful reds – memorable vistas at regional wineries are often complemented by cuisine that may rival your other favorite courses. If you’re new to Michigan’s wine trails, start in the heart of Southwest Michigan’s fruit belt. Below, our suggested journey includes drives through some of the state’s most scenic shoreline counties and top-rated fairways. To learn more about Southeast Michigan wineries not noted here, visit www.pioneerwinetrail. com. Bon appetit.

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Berrien County

Play

Begin in Michigan’s most southwestern corner, just off I-94 at Whittaker Woods Golf Club in New Buffalo. As challenging as it is scenic, Ken Killian’s par-72 18hole championship course meanders artfully through wetlands, mature woodlands and numerous water hazards off Lake Michigan’s sandy shoreline. After navigating No. 18’s down-

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hill left dogleg and precarious green, relax at The Clubhouse. This multi-level, renovated 1920s’ farmhouse delivers log home charm with lakeside, course and garden views from a large outdoor deck, O’Brien’s formal dining room or Joe Mack’s Sports Bar. Opened in 1996, Whittaker Woods is appreciated as much for its fine cuisine and lavish Sunday brunch as it is memorable golf. North up the coast in Benton Harbor, Lake Michigan Hills Golf Club lures passersby from I-196. Bold, rolling greens, deep woods, serene ponds and contoured fairways – made more challenging by prevailing Great Lake winds – are signature elements of this testy, well-groomed, 18-hole design. A product of Charles Maddox, this course demands shot accuracy from the tee. Nearby, enjoy tasteful offerings along the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail (www. miwinetrail.com), which extends north to Saugatuck from the state line and east from the coast past Paw Paw into Van Buren County. Cool, temperate lake breezes and sandy clay soil here combine to create an environment that nurtures

distinctive regional wines.

Stop & Sip

Tabor Hill Winery and Restaurant in Buchanan offers casual vineyard tours, wine clubs, cooking classes and a menu that changes daily. Savor gourmet meals designed to complement cellar selections in a relaxing venue with sweeping vineyard views, www.taborhill.com. Round Barn Winery and Distillery specializes in handcrafted wines, fruit brandies and microbrews; the Baroda-based venue also produces DiVine Vodka, one of only four vodkas worldwide made with grapes. Sample the goods in a unique tasting room, originally a post and beam bank barn built in 1881, www.round barnwinery.com. Blending the traditional art of wine making, Old World charm and modern amenities, Contessa Wine Cellars in hilly Coloma serves samplings in an Italian villainspired tasting room, www.cont essawinecellars.com. Karma Vista Vineyards in Coloma offers a unique point of view, nestled within a scenic, elevated setting overlooking this small town: “We’re here, on a hill, watching everyone on the highway far below drive from Detroit to Chicago and vice versa,” share the winemakers. “They are all very busy people. But someone has to sit here and taste wine and enjoy the glorious view. It’s our job.” Step on up, www.karma vista.com.

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Ludington

Van Buren County

Play

In the heart of Southwest Michigan’s wine country, Paw Paw’s Heritage Glen Golf Club just north of I-94 exudes an intriguing air of Scottish links allure and traditional Northern Michigan ambience. This 72 par, 18-hole, Jerry Mathews-designed masterpiece offers it all: Waves of immaculate fairways that ribbon through wetlands, pines and hardwoods; open links-style holes paired with taxing, tree-lined terrain; challenging greenside ponds, streams and bunkers; dramatic elevation changes; fast, undulating greens. After the last putt, a full bar and casual dining awaits at the clubhouse. Further up the shoreline in scenic South Haven, partake in a birthday. Crafted by noted Michigan architect W. Bruce Mathews III, Beeches Golf Club east of I196 in South Haven celebrates

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its first anniversary this summer. This affordable, 18-hole course is characterized by scores of beech trees – including the property’s majestic centerpiece near the clubhouse – and ever-changing playability that comes courtesy of Lake Michigan’s prevailing winds. Water hazards and expansive sandy waste areas add teeth to the test; five sets of tees cater to all skill levels.

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Founded in 1921, St. Julian Wine Co. is Michigan’s oldest and largest winery: Visit Sept. 7-9 during its Paw Paw-based Annual Wine & Harvest Festival to enjoy grape stomping, tours, wine tasting, live music, an arts fair and more, www.stjulian.com. In Paw Paw, Warner Vineyards – Michigan’s second oldest winery – serves awardwinning boutique wines and champagnes inside its historic Waterworks Station and a new tasting room, www.warnerwines. com.

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Grand Rapids

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Allegan County

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An Audubon-friendly, traditional links-style course designed by Arthur Hills on I-196 just north of South Haven, HawksHead Links Golf Course features a bird sanctuary and wildlife areas. This diverse, scenic track is player-friendly as well: Few trees and fewer water hazards, paired with

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expansive landing areas off the tee, invite enjoyment of the game. Don’t relax too much, though – there are still plenty of moguls, sand traps and waste areas; tall heathers require strategic placement; and the ample greens here roll fast. Enjoy a gourmet meal in an elegant, casual pub setting at The Inn afterward. Further north along the shoreline east of Saugatuck off I-196, Ravines Golf Club challenges

your mind, as well as your clubs. Looming pines and hardwoods, wetlands, small lakes, scenic Bermuda sand bunkers, rolling meadows and ravines up to 60 feet deep must be negotiated as well as admired on this 18-hole, signature championship Arnold Palmer track. Manicured to the tee, The Ravines earns its place among Michigan’s better courses. Cap off the experience at Arnie’s Cottage with a first-rate meal. Clearbrook Country Club, Saugatuck-based west of I-196, offers ethereal natural vistas: Stately willows, hardwoods and pine, a meandering creek and extremely rolling terrain augment traditional, close-cut fairways and smooth, fast greens. The club’s impeccable gardens are reason alone to visit, and can be viewed from Clearbook’s fine and flavorful venues: The Dining Room and the Grill Room. This classic 18hole layout, designed by Charles and Darl Scott, won’t disappoint.

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McIntosh Apple Orchards & Winery in South Haven, a newcomer to the Lake Michigan Shore Trail, offers handcrafted hard cider and fruit wines showcasing the harvests of area apple, pear, blueberry, cherry and peach growers. While you’re relaxing on the porch or perusing the orchards, treat yourself to a warm doughnut, pastry or flavorful, fresh fudge, as well, (269) 6377922. Just up the coast, Fenn Valley Vineyards in Fennville offers gourmet wine dinners, cooking and wine blending demonstrations, picturesque vineyard tours aboard the “People Hauler” and tastings. On Sunday afternoons in August, enjoy wine and perform-

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ing artists in the Vintage Garden, www. fennvalley.com.

Ottawa County

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When Macatawa Legends Golf Club made its debut in 2005, the 18-hole, Raymond Hearn-designed course just off Hwy. 31 on Holland’s north side catered to a private golf community. This spring, Hawthorn Suites Golf Resorts, LLC began its transformation into a first-class destination resort, and public players are now welcome to test their skill against Macatawa’s winding, expansive fairways and non-compromising putting surfaces.The addition of a new main clubhouse is expected to be operational by mid-winter. Founded on a sandy, modestly undulating piece of property just 100 yards from Lake Michigan on Hwy. 31, Grand Haven Golf Club combines lake breezes, tree-lined fairways and impeccable conditioning for 18 visually stunning holes. Designed by renowned Michigan architect Bruce Mathews, this shoreline track exemplifies the Mathews’ family philosophy: Create natural and beautiful golf courses that fit the land and provide ample challenge for the better player while ensuring that the game is still fun for the mid- to highhandicapper. Enjoy “gourmet golf food” at the casual Falcon’s Nest afterward.

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Celebrate outdoor, waterfront fun at the Grand Haven Salmon Festival Sept. 14-16: Enjoy Southwest Michigan labels in the wine-tasting pavilion, along with grape stomping, a gourmet salmon cook-off contest, fall harvest beer and more, www.visitgrandhaven.com.

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Oceana County

Play

Out-of-the-ordinary underscores Thoroughbred Golf Club, an 18-hole, championship course off Hwy. 31 crafted by Arthur Hills in the midst of dense, rolling woodlands, dramatic elevations and serene wetland vistas. The crown jewel of Double JJ Ranch & Golf Resort in Rothbury, these greens let nature run its course: Every hole presents unique challenges, requiring familiarity with each club in the bag. Savor discussion of your run afterward at the Sundance Saloon & Steakhouse, a two-story, timber venue overlooking the course that offers an eclectic, satisfying menu. Amenities at the resort include horseback riding, an indoor water park, outdoor pool and ranch activities, as

well as rustic cabin and upscale condo accommodations.

Stop & Sip

Visit Tartan Hill Winery a few miles from Lake Michigan, 30 miles north of Muskegon in New Era, where family-made wines are estate bottled on scenic high terrain, www.tartanhillwinery.com. Sept. 20, catch the Muskegon Rotary Grape Escape in Grand Valley State Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marec Building: Sample a taste of flavorful cuisine, wines and the arts, downtown Muskegon, (616) 604-1001. Stop by Jomagrha Winery four miles north

Thoroughbred Golf Club

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of Pentwater, 11 miles south of Ludington, at the Oceana, Mason county line off Hwy. 31, www. jomagrha.com.

Mason County

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A by-gone sand dune became a canvas of opportunity for architect Raymond Hearns: Hemlock Golf Club in the resort community of Ludington northwest of Hwy 31 capitalizes on this slice of shorelineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hallmark asset, which recovers quickly from downpours and translates into optimum playability. Towering hemlocks, surrounding dunes and gentle swells of well-

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groomed terrain interspersed with wetlands equate to serene challenge. Hungry? The snack bar serves up the best hotdogs this side of Wrigley Field.

Manistee County

Play

Official Northern Michigan golf begins in Manistee County, and the first courses you’ll come to along Hwy. 31’s scenic coast shouldn’t be missed. Manistee National Golf & Resort offers two distinctive par-71 challenges: Canthooke Valley, designed by Gary Pulsipher, and Cutters’ Ridge, crafted by Jerry Mathews. Canthooke, recognized as one of the shoreline’s finest courses, winds through Manistee National wet-lands, woodlands and majestic pines. Bluegrass fairways and bentgrass tees and greens lend distinct

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character to these 18 traditional, yet unpredictable holes. Golfers of all skill levels will appreciate its playability. Cutters’ Ridge affords fewer leniencies: This modern Mathews design caters to shot makers, complete with abundant wetlands and swells of manicured terrain. Just north of Manistee west of Hwy. 31, native orchard fescue lends heather allure to The Heathlands.This inland, links-style championship course fashioned by architect Jeff Gorney and owners John Read Sr. and Jr. spreads 18 holes across bygone apple orchard, native hardwoods and wetlands in elevated, rolling hills; glimpses of Portage Lake in neighboring Onekama come courtesy of this course’s natural openness. Native sandy soils, bent-grass, bluegrass and undulating greens add to the course’s charm, although you may need to put manners aside to make some of these shots. The internationally acclaimed

Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club lies about ﬁve miles south of Arcadia on Hwy. 22 and pays tribute to Lake Michigan at each of its 18, world-class holes:Views of blue can be enjoyed at every turn on this dazzling bluff-top course, designed by architects Warren Henderson and Rick Smith.While mesmerizing scenery may be Arcadia’s claim to fame, the caliber of its invigorating, distinctive links-style track can’t be underscored enough:This course is characterized by wide, undulating fairways, fast, rolling greens and Irish allure – all augmented by prevailing northwest lake breezes that ultimately determine playability. If you can’t beat Arcadia’s fairways, get perfect shots of the sunset at the Nantucket-style clubhouse.

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If you can’t make it up to the scenic vineyard on Old Mission Peninsula, sample award-winning wines at Chateau Grand Traverse

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Linebacks Tasting Room on Main Street in Onekama, www.cgtwines. com

Benzie County

Play

Off the shoreline into Benzie County, Crystal Mountain Resort east of Hwy. 31 on Hwy. 115 in Thompsonville provides two celebrated golf destinations: Quintessential Up North Mountain Ridge, punctuated by sweeping panoramic views, designed by William Newcomb, and Betsie Valley, recently renovated by Ray Hearn. Tranquil ponds, lush meadows and meandering creeks add serenity to play at Betsie; the course challenges every golfer with tree-lined fairways and cantankerous bunkers. Heavily forested highlands contribute to Mountain Ridge’s demanding track, although four tee boxes on each hole cater to varying abilities.

More than a dozen eateries at the resort await your appetite. Variety found: Mistwood Golf Club, just 15 minutes west of Traverse City near the village of Lake Ann off Hwy. 31, provides three 9-hole lay-outs that can be played separately or mixed and matched. Originally designed by Jerry Mathews, Mistwood’s shorter White nine offers challenging links-style play: Quick greens and strategic bunkering combine with wind to keep you thinking. Built on rolling terrain, the Blue track’s uneven lies demand attention. Water hazards contribute to the Red course’s difﬁculty. Newly incorporated into the club’s Mistwood Greens development of villas, cottages and homesites, The Little Nine offers par-three practice near the clubhouse.

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The Bear

Leelanau County

Play

Arnold Palmer’s design philosophy – to create a fair test of golf – is epitomized at King’s Challenge Golf Club off Hwy. 22 in Cedar. Within the vicinity of Sleeping Bear Dunes, mountain ridges and hilly terrain allowed Palmer to create an aesthetically stunning, well-bunkered layout featuring tree-lined fairways, terraced tees, dramatic elevation changes and bentgrass. Liberal greens and lack of water hazards are balanced by threatening waste areas and a couple doglegs; just hit the right club off the tee. Boasting memorable views of Suttons and West Grand Traverse bays, The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms west of Hwy. 22 in Suttons Bay offers 18 championship holes in perhaps the sweetest of scenic settings: Two fairways are situated within a working cherry orchard, while others require navigation of woodlands, rolling terrain and unforgiving bunkers. Crafted by architect Gary Pulsipher, this

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dramatic course features a distance for every ability; polished players and occasional golfers alike will appreciate this well-conditioned mix of open and tree-lined fairways.

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The Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association includes more than a dozen wineries on its scenic stretch. Visit www.lpwines. com for a complete listing. Don’t miss Black Star Farms, www. blackstarfarms.com; Shady Lane Cellars, www.shadylanecellars. com; or L. Mawby Vineyards, www.lmawby.com.

Grand Traverse County

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Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player, who respectively designed the resort’s two toothier courses. The Bear lives up to its name. Intimidating yet fun, this Scottish links-style lay-out provides plenty of respite for the eyes, if not the shot maker’s mind: Fruit orchards, tiered greens and terraced fairways lend aesthetic reprieve. Player’s design,The Wolverine, better caters to those seeking course playability and versatility. Sculpted greens and swaying heather give this 18-hole, artful masterpiece eye appeal while highland hardwoods and wetlands offer bite to the ﬂight – each nine serves up its own challenges. Former University of Michigan golf coach William Newcomb crafted Grand Traverse Resort’s third course, Spruce Run. Gently weaving through undulating, coniferous terrain overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay, this championship design provides a relaxed, resort experience.

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North between the azure arms of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay lies Old Mission Peninsula. Situated at the globe’s 45th parallel – the ideal climate for growing varietal wine grapes – ﬁve distinct wineries are earning international recognition for the fruits of their harvests. Visit www. winesofoldmission.com for a complete list. On Sept. 8, stop by Bowers Harbor Park for the annual Old Mission Peninsula Wine & Food Celebration. Call (231) 223-7355 for details, or visit www. winesofoldmission. com.

Conde Nast Traveler ranks Grand Traverse Resort on Hwy. 31 among its top 50 worldwide destinations; much of this renowned retreat’s acclaimed recognition comes courtesy of GRAND TRAVERSE RESORT

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Antrim County

Play

A pristine, premier destination, A-GaMing Golf Resort just east of Hwy. 31 in Kewadin offers two courses suited to varying track tastes. Links-style Sundance, shaped by Jerry Mathews and internationally recognized architect Steve St.James,conforms seamlessly to a bluff between Torch Lake and Grand Traverse Bay. Wide, scenic fairways and gracious, artfully sculpted greens echo the path of ancient glaciers, inspiring appreciation from the most discriminating golfer. The resort’s original layout, Torch, provides pure Northern Michigan respite and challenge within a realm of towering hardwoods, dense cedars and stately pine. Rolling over high terrain with panoramic views of emerald blues and greens, this traditional, woodland links design is crowned by a clubhouse boasting equally incomparable vistas.

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True North

Charlevoix County

Play

Nestled in tranquil, rolling woodlands with stunning views of lakes Michigan and Charlevoix as well as Beaver Island, Dunmaglas Golf Club off Hwy. 31 east of Charlevoix offers nary a ﬂat spot on its scenic terrain. Designed by Larry Mancour and Dean Refram, this collection of striking Northern

Michigan holes is as beautiful as it is ball-hungry: Grass walls, dense hardwoods, bunkered fairways and twisting navigations lend this lauded layout its inviting intrigue – amateur and competitive players alike will enjoy Dunmaglas’s unique character. Lisa M. Jensen is editor of Michigan GOLF sister publication, Michigan BLUE Magazine, www. mibluemag.com.

Dunmaglas

Crooked Tree

Additional Drive Time If traversing the entire coastline’s trove of first-rate courses isn’t on your timetable, Emmet County at the crown of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula is the spot to stop: A dozen well-crafted designs await you here, beginning with Boyne Highlands. More than three decades ago, Boyne founder Everett Kircher tapped renowned architect Robert Trent Jones to shape its Heather Course. Challenging shots on ample tree-lined fairways and stunning scenery here paved the way for countless accolades and seven more award-winning tracks – 162 championship holes in all, including rounds at Bay Harbor and Crooked Tree in Petoskey. Stay and play: Boyne USA Resorts offers a variety of golf packages (visit www.boyne.com for details). Little Traverse Bay Golf Club (www.ltbaygolf.com) in Harbor Springs, crafted by Jeff Gorney, is another course worth a drive: Indulge in panoramic water views, rolling terrain and nationally acclaimed play; cuisine at the clubhouse earns no less favorable reviews. Secluded by majestic pines, hardwoods and bluffs in Brutus, top-notch golf is complemented by premier fly fishing on the tranquil Maple River at Hidden River Golf & Casting Club (www.hiddenriver.com). And True North Golf Club’s celebrated Audubon track shouldn’t be overlooked (www.truenorthgolf.com). For more information about Emmet County courses, check out Michigan GOLF’s North Directory.

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TOP/MIDDLE: MICHAEL BUCK; BOTTOM: BRIAN WALTERS

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�� A fabulous golf course. An all-suites hotel to give visitors a comfortable place to rest their heads. A member’s clubhouse with a fine restaurant. A pool open year-round. Tennis and fitness facilities with personal trainers. Welcome to the Macatawa Legends Golf & Country Club in Holland, one of the top five places in the country to retire, according to Money Magazine. The future has never looked brighter for the master-planned community headlined by an outstanding Ray Hearn design. Hawthorn Suites Golf Resorts, LLC, is executing a plan to create a first-class destination resort within the proposed 700-home residential community. A new main clubhouse comprising a member’s dining room, the Legends Bar & Grille, and more than 6,000 square feet of first class banquet and conference facilities are already under construction. The entire family will love the two new pools and a massive 28-person spa. The children’s pool is a zero clearance with water fountains for the kids to play in. The other has wheelchair accessible ramp and swim lanes. The 7,246-yard golf course was designed with a cross between a Links and Parkland Golf Course, where wind and natural dunes affect every shot. Nine holes feature water and several large waste areas lining the fairways.

An all-suites resort hotel with 100 units, and a planned swimming pool that will allow use year round. At least 40 suites are expected to be ready by Summer ‘08. “We are confident that Macatawa Legends has the potential to become the premier destination resort community in southern Michigan,” said Morgan Burkett, President of HSGR. “The cachet we expect to create for Macatawa Legends will greatly improve the quality of the lifestyle experience for the existing owners and residents, and make this development the first choice for new buyers in the coming years.” For more information, call 616-7387800 or visit MacatawaLegends.com.

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Resort living at Tullymore’s exclusive golf community

Fractional deeded ownership of luxury homes

The 800 acres of hardwood forest and wetlands that surround nationally ranked Tullymore Golf Club are undergoing a dramatic transformation that will leave much of their natural beauty intact. Located in the rolling hills of Mecosta County, Michigan, and just ﬁve miles from its awardwinning sister course St. Ives. Tullymore is in the midst of evolving into a world-class golﬁng community unlike any other in the Midwest.

fractionals provide luxury living for less with deeded ownership to professionally decorated and furnished custom homes. With land stewardship never far from mind, the developers are moving ahead with golf shop and clubhouse construction. Nationally recognized designer Jim Nordlie will create Tullymore’s new clubhouse complete with full banquet capabilities and well-appointed locker room facilities. A state-of-the-art golf shop, patterned after St. Ives’ award winning store, will be stocked to impress even the most ﬁnicky golf aﬁcionado. And for those discerning homeowners looking for additional diversions, Tullymore is situated near an abundance of natural lakes, forest trails and a host of other planned community amenities. The developers have taken great pains to keep the Tullymore golf experience pristine. If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a golf community, you owe it to yourself to take advantage of a private showing of home sites and plans while sampling 18 holes at what Golf Digest named

The Villages At

The Villages at Tullymore is the vision of developers Mecosta LLC and Peter Ministrelli, a seasoned golf-community developer and metro Detroit native. Ministrelli is responsible for creating some of California’s most successful and exclusive desert golf developments, including Artisan in Rancho Mirage, The Reserve in Palm Desert and Villaggio at Indian Wells Country Club in Palm Springs.

“Among the top 15 Golf Courses in America.”

Tullymore’s Club House coming Spring 2008

The Villages at Tullymore offers a variety of diverse housing options: along sculpted fairways and greens; nestled into naturally wooded sites, near luminous nature preserves; or beside a multi-acre lake and brook. Plans also include luxury condominiums and upscale real estate’s latest trend, fractional ownership. At Tullymore,

To reserve your private tour contact us at 800-503-2630. For more information on this new golf community at Tullymore visit www.tullymoregolf.com.

It’s like Heaven.

With golf carts. Lush, rolling hills. Awe-inspiring vistas. Tullymore Golf Club is 18 holes of meticulously groomed bentgrass fairways and seductively undulating greens. The Shinglebolt Creek winds through the course, providing the occasional dare. No wonder Tullymore is rated among the Top 15 golf courses in America by Golf Digest. It’s a touch of heaven in the palm of Michigan. To reserve your tee time, call 1-800-972-4837.

11969 Tullymore • Stanwood, MI 49346

• Arnold Palmer Signature Design • Breathtaking Championship Golf • State-of-the-Art Practice Facility • PGA Professional on Staff • Casual Dining, Ravines Restaurant at Arnie’s Cottage • Available for Weddings, Banquets and Meetings • Resort Home Sites

Ravines GOLF CLUB

an Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course

3520 Palmer Dr., Saugatuck, MI 49453 269.857.1616 www.ravinesgolfclub.com 277263

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BOYNE

UNLESS YOUR 2007 SUMMER AND FALL GOLF PLANS INCLUDE ANY OF THE EIGHT MAGNIFICENT GOLF COURSES AT BOYNE HIGHLANDS, BOYNE Mountain, Bay Harbor Golf Club or Crooked Tree Golf Club, you’re not experiencing the best golf Michigan has to offer. It all began nearly six decades ago when Boyne USA Resorts founder Everett Kircher created a ski enclave at Boyne Mountain in Boyne Falls in 1948. Today, Boyne Mountain is a four-season destina-

tion that offers a plethora of winter sports, two prime golf courses - The Monument and The Alpine – and the new 220 room SwissAustrian themed Mountain Grand Lodge, the divine Solace Spa and Michigan’s largest indoor watermark, Avalanche Bay. Ranked #51 on Conde Nast Traveler’s list of “Top 100 Golf Resorts,” Boyne Highlands Resort offers 72 holes of exceptional golf. The Heather, the course that brought golf to northern Michigan in 1967, looks spectacular with its newly renovated bunkers and tourgrade white sand. The resorts other three courses are just as distinguished. The Moor is a versatile course that features doglegs, marshes and water holes. The Donald Ross Memorial features the likeness of 18 of Donald Ross’ most famous holes from around the world.. The Arthur Hills offers massive bunkers, challenging water holes and wide fairways and greens and the par-5 13th hole boasts one of the most spectacular views in all of northern Michigan. Education programs are offered by the First Tee of

Boyne Highlands for local youths to promote character development through the game of golf. Across Little Traverse Bay in Bay Harbor, the 27-hole Bay Harbor Golf Club and The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort exude luxury. The Bay Harbor Golf Club might possibly be Arthur Hills’ best work. Hills worked closely with Stephen Kircher, president of Boyne East, to craft three distinct nines - a lakeside nine, a shalequarry nine and a wooded, traditional nine. The courses, which opened in 1997, continue to garner national and international recognition for their excellence. Located adjacent to The Inn at Bay Harbor with stunning lakeside views is the Crooked Tree Golf Club to round out BOYNE’s 162 holes of championship golf. Super Five Golf Weeks start at $882 including lodging and lessons. Unlimited Golf Packages start at $109 per person. For lodging and vacation packages, visit www. BOYNE.com or call 800.GO.BOYNE (462-6963).

LOCATION: U.S. 131/31 to Harbor Springs, north of intersection of Pleasantville Rd. and M-119; Boyne Mountain located on 131 south of Boyne City ADDRESS: Boyne Highlands, 600 Highland Dr., Harbor Springs 49740 ARCHITECT: Varies by course YEAR OPENED: Varies by course PHONE: (800) GO-BOYNE WEB SITE: www.boyne.com

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RAVINES GOLF CLUB

A TRULY UNIQUE GOLF ENCOUNTER APTLY APPLIES TO THE RAVINES GOLF CLUB IN SAUGATUCK. NOTHING RIVALS ITS DEMANDING ARNOLD PALMER design or natural landforms. Couple this with an expansive practice area, a charming clubhouse – Arnie’s Cottage – and award-winning food selections from the restaurant and you’ve experienced a day at the links unlike any other. The Ravines is a bon-a-fide Michigan Monster, measuring 7,132 yards from the tips with a slope of 142 and course rating 73.9. Shot placement is critical from the tee on virtually every hole. Typically you expect a reprieve on par 5 holes, but not at The Ravines. These are the holes that set this club apart from any on the west coast of Michigan. Collectively the par 5s average 558 yards in length, the longest being 623 yards from the championship tees and the closing hole being the shortest, measuring 490 yards. Hole No. 4 is the first of the Fab 5s. It’s a bold 590 yards long and requires a big drive to make the corner of the right dogleg that sits almost exactly halfway between the tee and the green. This is a great golf hole but not the equal of the 529-yard No. 9 par 5.

This gem requires a skillfully placed drive to avoid the trees to the right and the water hazard dead ahead. The best approach here is to play a couple of 200-yard shots from the tee and fairway leaving you a wedge into a green that’s neatly tucked behind a pond. Ravines Golf Club earns its lore on the backside where the namesake ravine resides. The gorge, if you will, is first witnessed at the par 3 12th hole. It measures 165 yards over the escarpment and you do not want to miss the green to the left. Not that there’s much room to the right, front or behind this green. But the ravine doesn’t really come into play until hole 14th, a par 5 to beat all challengers. A cathedral of pine trees lines both sides of the fairway of this 623-yard hole. But before you enjoy a walk in their early morning or late day shadows, you’ll need to blast a 250-yard shot from the tee to clear the 60-foot deep ravine. A fairway wood played to the right side of the fairway allows for a wonderful approach shot over a wetland to a fairly large green.

The homeward par 5 is a shot maker’s layout that is best played as a three-shot hole. The green is heavily guarded and only the most skillful players will attack this 490yard hole in two strokes.

LOCATION: East of I-196 at Exit 41 at Saugatuck on 136th Avenue to Palmer Drive. ADDRESS: 3520 Palmer Drive, Saugatuck 49453 YARDAGE: 5,054/7,132; 4 sets of tees ARCHITECT: Arnold Palmer YEAR OPENED: 1999 PHONE: (269) 857-1616 WEB SITE: www.ravinesgolfclub.com MICHIGAN GOLF 2007

EAGLE EYE/HAWK HOLLOW

SEVERAL HUNDRED ACRES OF FLAT FARMLANDS OUTSIDE LANSING ARE NOW FABULOUSS FAIRWAYS, THANKS TO THE VISION AND FORESIGHT of Darryl Kesler. Kessler owns the burgeoning golf complex in Bath that includes the 27-hole Hawk Hollow and 2006 Michigan Golf Course Owners Association Course of the Year – Eagle Eye Golf Club. Not to mention an executive course, the Falcon. Hawk Hollow, a Jerry Matthews

design, has always been wellrespected as a golf playground, but when Eagle Eye opened in 2003, it stole the headlines. The 7,318-yard Eagle Eye had all the tools to be a star. Its clubhouse is mammoth and can hold large banquets and weddings. There’s a true signature hole that players rave about – the island green at No. 17, a legitimate replica to the famous 17th at the TPC at Sawgrass. Top-notch course conditioning and quality service add to the experience. Rookie architect Chris Lutzke’s name is on the design at Eagle Eye, but his mentor, the legendary Pete Dye, should get a lot of the credit, too. The course, carved from an old potato farm and bog, is visually striking and strategically demanding; two of Dye’s trademarks. “He did a hell of a lot better than I ever thought he would,” Dye said of Lutzke at the 2004 grand opening event. “This course would be good in any area, not just this one. You look at this and you’ve got a winner.” On comparing Eagle Eye to his designs, Dye added: “Some of

LOCATION: Take I-69 to U.S. 127, south to Lake Lansing Road, east to Chandler 2.5 miles north. ADDRESS: 15101 Chandler Road, Bath, MI 48808 YARDAGE: 5,151/7,308; 5 sets of tees ARCHITECT: Chris Lutzke YEAR OPENED: 2003 PHONE: (888) 411-4295 WEB SITE: www.hawkhollow.com

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mine are pretty bad. This one is good. It’s got a lot of ambience. It has a great look. This course is good enough for a major championship.” The tees are balanced and fair, from the blacks (6,908 yards) to the blues (6,444) and the whites (5,928). Thirteen holes feature water, adding up to 41 acres of liquid trouble. Mounds shrouded with thick, wispy grasses gobble up shots that are way off line, but wide fairways offer playability. Frog-haired bunkers give it an added touch. The dueling par-5s, at No. 9 and No. 18, hug a huge pound, each bending slightly in the opposite direction. They’re a perfect ending to a magnificent test of golf. “The project has turned out amazing,” said Lutzke, who worked for Dye for 18 years before Dye recommended he get a degree in landscape architecture at Michigan State University. “I worked late every night, but it has been worth it.” Golfers who visit Eagle Eye or Hawk Hollow would say the same thing.

DOUBLE JJ

DOUBLE JJ RANCH & GOLF RESORT HAS ALWAYS BEEN AN EXCITING STOP FOR GOLFERS. THE 6,900YARD THOROUGHBRED GOLF COURSE, DESIGNED BY Arthur Hills in 1993, can play as tough as you want it. From the tips, it offers one of the highest slope ratings in the state. From the forward tees, it is one of the top 100 womenfriendly courses in America, according to Golf for Women. Non-golfers and families will soak up the smiles at the new 60,000square-foot Gold Rush indoor waterpark. The attractions are diverse, including an action river, four thrill slides, a wave pool, hot tubs, a toddlers’ pool and a dumping mine cart. There are even dry play areas that include a multi-level climbing web, rope suspension bridge, redemption arcade and a real mining sluice where kids can pan for gold. Adjacent to the waterpark, the Thoroughbred Suites are beautifully appointed units that boast complete kitchens, in-room jacuzzi tubs, plasma TV’s, private balconies, and fireplaces. There are many unit types available with choices from one to four bedrooms. The Double JJ Resort has many restaurants to tempt your taste buds: the Sundance Steakhouse is famous for their grilled ribs; the Spaghetti

Western serves Italian fare, including pastas, pizzas, stromboli and mouth-watering entrées; Shooters Saloon is a non-smoking bar and restaurant that caters to families; and don’t miss the Pony Expresso, serving Starbucks coffee. Even with the addition of the indoor waterpark, horseback riding is still a popular pastime at the resort. The equestrian department offers trail rides for all ability levels, including cattle drives where participants work together as a team to move a herd of cattle from pen to pasture. When you’re not at the indoor waterpark or on a horse, there’s still plenty to keep you occupied! Outdoor pools, hayrides, wild west stunt shows, archery, riflery and a petting farm are just a few of the daytime activities to keep you entertained. In the evenings, you can participate in karaoke, corral shows, children’s theatre, mechanical bull riding, and line dancing or attend the Friday night rodeo. And, if you think the fun ends with summer, think again! In the fall, Double JJ offers a Fall Festival and Haunted Attractions, as well as a live theatre

production of “The Rocky Horror Show.” In the wintertime, snow tubing, cross-country skiing, and dog sledding all complement the steamy attraction of the indoor waterpark. For more information, visit the resort Web site at www.doublejj. com. If you’re looking for fun – on the course, at the ranch, or in the water – the Double JJ Resort will deliver.

LOCATION: Rothbury, just north of Muskegon on U.S. 31 ADDRESS: 5900 Water Road, Rothbury, MI 49452 YARDAGE: 4,851/6,900; 4 sets of tees ARCHITECT: Arthur Hills YEAR OPENED: 1993 PHONE: (800) DOUBLE JJ WEB SITE: www.doublejj.com

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TREETOPS

IN THE HEART OF NORTHERN MICHIGAN, SITS ARGUABLY THE FINEST COLLECTION OF GOLF COURSES FOUND ANYWHERE. TREETOPS RESORT is the only golf complex in the world to boast golf courses designed by the formidable combination of Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Tom Fazio and Rick Smith. The late Harry Melling’s decision to bring Robert Trent Jones, Sr. to Gaylord to design the “Masterpiece” quickly proved to be a smart one when it debuted as the 2nd Best New Resort Course in 1987. Now in its 20th year,

the challenging “Masterpiece” is still turning heads as readers of “Great Lakes Golf” have ranked it the 3rd Best Course in the Midwest behind only Whistling Straits and Arcadia Bluffs another Rick Smith design. While Robert Trent Jones, Sr. built a course known for its difficulty, Tom Fazio came to Gaylord (at Rick Smith’s persistent urging) and created a userfriendly design. Fifteen years later, the Tom Fazio “Premier” is still among the nations best resort courses earning 4 stars and a ranking of 59th among Golfweek’s Top 100 Resort Courses. After attending the Masters, Rick Smith decided to try his hand at the design game. He was enamored by the Par 3 course at Augusta and told Harry Melling that a par 3 course is just what treetops needed. Melling’s reply…”Go build it”. The rest, as they say is history. “Threetops” has become one of the most recognized golf courses in the nation via ESPN’s popular Par 3 Shootout. The overwhelming success of “Threetops” gave Rick Smith the confidence to design an 18 hole regulation course. The “Signature”, opened in 1993 to critical acclaim much like the three previous designs. With 13 of 18

LOCATION: Gaylord, MI, ten minutes from I-75 ADDRESS: 3962 Wilkinson Road YARDAGE: Varies by course. 81 holes of Golf ARCHITECTS: Rick Smith, Tom Fazio, Robert T. Jones Sr. YEAR OPENED: 1987; 2003 renovation IN-SEASON RATES: Call for packages and rates PHONE: 1-888-TREETOPS WEBSITE: www.treetops.com

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tees elevated, the vistas on this course are must-sees and have helped the “Signature” enter the Top 50 Courses For Women, ranked at #29 by Golf For Women Magazine. If you’re anywhere near Gaylord, you must play the “Signature”. The final course to grace the acreage at Treetops is quite possibly the best kept secret. If you’re a golf purist, you’ll love the Rick Smith “Tradition”. One of the only Northern Michigan resort courses suitable for walking, the “Tradition” features gentle slopes, short distances from green to tee and immaculate conditions. Wide landing areas and beautiful bunkering make this golf course the perfect venue to host an event that will feature a wide range of skill levels. If golf is not your game, Treetops also features 238 guest rooms, 23 downhill ski runs, Nordic skiing, an extreme tubing run, three restaurants, a 10,000 square foot convention center, salon and spa, tennis courts, award-winning child care center and much, much more. This is a multiseason resort that has something for everyone. If Treetops is not already on your travel itinerary, you’ll need to add it to your list.

TRUE NORTH

GOLF ARCHITECT JIM ENGH IS TWO-FOR-TWO WHEN IT COMES TO GREAT COURSES IN MICHIGAN. AFTER DESIGNING TULLYMORE GOLF CLUB IN Stanwood in 2001, Engh, based in Colorado, returned to Michigan for another home-run project. Engh’s True North Golf Club continues the tradition of great courses near Harbor Springs surrounding Little Traverse Bay, with the neighboring Bay Harbor Golf Club and The Heather at Boyne Highlands. Engh carved the 7,017-yard course from the northern woods with sensitivity to the rolling natural terrain. He eschewed traditional design rules to find the best holes. The course begins and ends with a stout par 5 of more than 549 yards. The par-3 10th hole requires a 209yard carefully crafted shot to the green. Engh’s creative style has resulted in a trio of honors from Golf Digest and he was the magazine’s 2003 architect of the year. “True North is a complete change from Tullymore,” Engh said, “from wetlands at Tullymore to rolling terrain and valleys at True North. The land here is of exceptional quality and the topography and sandy soils are reminiscent of the sites where golf was first played. Add to that, the

dense Michigan forest and we had the opportunity to create something spectacular.” Engh always adds “sprinkles” of Ireland to his designs, honoring the traditions of the Emerald Isle’s greatest coastline layouts. True North’s unique bunkering and his use of wild native grass along the rough and between holes honors Ireland’s links courses that have stood the test of time. At True North, water comes into play on five approach shots, most notably the large lake on the 442yard par-4 ninth. Four holes have a natural elevation drop of 60 to 100 feet. Seventy-two home sites surround the course on the 320 acres, but never will intrude on its character. The course is the first in Michigan to become a member of Audubon International’s prestigious Silver Signature program. The Silver Signature designation recognizes a club’s commitment to environmental planning and resource management. General Manager & PGA Director of Golf David Mocini has been overseeing operations since the club was

founded. Although a private facility, the club offers limited public play, so call the course in advance for that day’s schedule. Take advantage of playing one of Michigan’s latest golf gems now before it goes entirely private. It’s a course you won’t want to miss, and truly a North American Masterpiece. See for yourself, at www.truenorthgolf.com.

LOCATION: 5 miles north of downtown Harbor Springs ADDRESS: 2500 True North Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 YARDAGE: 4,700 to over 7,000 yards, 4 sets of tees ARCHITECT: James Engh YEAR OPENED: 2004 PHONE: (800) TRUE NORTH WEB SITE: www.truenorthgolf.com

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SHANTY CREEK

THE REBIRTH OF SHANTY CREEK RESORTS IN BELLAIRE IS WELL UNDER WAY. GUESTS AND GOLFERS CAN EXPECT TO BE BLOWN AWAY IN 2008 and beyond with over $10 million in renovations planned at Summit Village. Renovations include entranceways, the main lobby, function space and guest rooms. A complete carpet and wall covering makeover will extend from the hallways to function rooms, and guestroom décor upgrades will convey the perfect balance of luxury and comfort. The new owners of Shanty Creek

Resorts, Trinidad Resort & Club, LLC, a subsidiary of Apex Oil Co., is using its experience managing ski and golf resorts to make Shanty Creek a leader among Michigan’s resorts. Jack Eslick, the chief operating officer/general manager, leads the new management team recently put in place. “The opportunity to come to Northern Michigan and be a part of an exciting new chapter in the life of Shanty Creek Resorts was one that I did not want to pass up. Shanty Creek has an ambience and serenity that is unique to northern Michigan resort destinations,” Eslick said. Shanty Creek has always offered some of the best of Northern Michigan. Three distinct villages play out over 4,500 acres of magnificent natural terrain just north of Traverse City. The lodging facilities at the Cedar River, Schuss and Summit Villages reward guests with award-winning dining, live entertainment and a full-service conference/banquet center. A fitness center, whirlpools, saunas and spa services add to the amenities. Skiers love the 49 downhill skiing slopes on two mountains, four terrain parks, tubing runs and the more than 22 kilometers of Nordic

LOCATION: Just North off Traverse City ADDRESS: 1 Shanty Road, Bellaire, MI 49615 YARDAGE: Varies by course ARCHITECTS: Weiskopf, Palmer, Bowen, Diddel YEAR OPENED: 1965 PHONE: 866-226-3422 WEB SITE: www.shantycreek.com/MIGolf

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trails for cross country and snowshoeing enthusiasts. The four golf courses at Shanty Creek Resorts all are distinctly different and challenging. Arnold Palmer helped put Michigan golf on the map by designing The Legend in the mid-1980s. Winding through beautiful hills and ridges while offering stunning views of Lake Bellaire, The Legend has been voted one of the top resort courses in the country by Golf Magazine. Tom Weiskopf’s Cedar River Golf Club at Shanty Creek was his first design in Michigan and was immediately named to Golf Magazine’s “Top 10 You Can Play” list in 2000. It features wide landing areas, huge bunkers and large approachable greens. On the other side of the slopes from Cedar River, Schuss Mountain Golf Club is an old favorite and has been recognized by Golf for Women magazine’s “Top Fairways” list. If you like to walk, the Summit Golf Club features a classic parkland design with great views. Even if you’ve been to Shanty Creek Resorts before, don’t wait to visit. There’s a whole new resort waiting for you.

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FEW COURSES INTRODUCED TO THE MICHIGAN GOLFER THE PAST 10 YEARS EQUAL THE CHALLENGE AND ARCHITECTURAL BEAUTY OF ANGELS CROSSING Golf Club in Portage. Golf Digest ranked Angels Crossing the 6th “Best New Affordable” golf course for 2005. Angels Crossing is quickly running up the list of places to play throughout the Mid-West. W. Bruce Matthews, III designed the 27 holes at Angels Crossing, 18 of which are currently open for play, that pay homage to classic design qualities of golf’s Golden Age. The course is inspired by courses constructed by architectural giants such as C.B. Macdonald, Seth Raynor, and William Flynn along the eastern seaboard during the early 1900’s with one minor twist – the features are all laid to fit the demands of modern equipment. Strategically placed features abound and can be seen not only in the placement of the bold bunkering, but the many ridges and swales of the greens and fairways as well. With five sets of tee boxes, Angels Crossing provides every level of player with the opportunity to partake of many traditionally influenced design concepts such as the Redan, Biarritz, Eden, Long, Hogback and Capes. But you don’t have to be a student of architecture to enjoy the course.

In fact, many come back telling tales of the massive undulating greens that may be some of the largest in the state. The incredibly well maintained L-93 bent grass greens average over 10,000 square feet in size. Some are over 15,000 square feet, and are chock full of ridges, tiers and rolls that make them just plain fun. Many would expect greens that large to be protected by some pretty narrow fairways, but Angels Crossing has over 45 acres of tight bent grass fairways that present players maximum opportunity to take advantage of all their ground game options. Many new courses have a real estate component and Angels Crossing is no exception. However, Angels Crossing developers take a different approach to golf course living. Their approach is that folks would rather live at a great golf course rather than have an address on a good one. Only five of the 100+ residential opportunities, which include single family homes and condo living settings, border the current 18 holes and are set well off the golf course. New GM Fred Reeder is planning on a big season for the course and

his Academy. When Michigan golf ends, Fred packs up along with his guests and heads south to Cancun and The Moon Palace resort. All inclusive golf escapes hosted by Fred are available from November through April and it is a trip you and your group won’t want to miss. Contact Fred through the courses Web site, www.golfangelscrossing. com.

LOCATION: 4 miles east of U.S. 131 on W Ave., and 9 miles south of I-94 off Portage Road. ADDRESS: 3600 East W Ave, Vicksburg 49097 YARDAGE: 4,845/7,179; five sets of tees ARCHITECT: W. Bruce Matthews, III YEAR OPENED: 2004 PHONE: (269) 649-2700 WEB SITE: www.golfangelscrossing.com

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he T Classics

PLAYING THE HITS THAT MADE MICHIGAN FAMOUS BY JASON DEEGAN

THE CONSTRUCTION BOOM OF THE 1990S DID WONDERS FOR MICHIGAN GOLF.

It made us the public golf capital of the world, with more than 800 all-access courses. A new generation of must-see places, like Forest Dunes in Roscommon and Bay Harbor in Petoskey, were born. The past decade we’ve all been scurrying about, trying to play all these new layouts, and quite honestly, we’ve neglected our roots … the courses we grew up loving. It’s time to rediscover them. Or, if you’ve faithfully stuck with them over the years, let’s appreciate them all the more for their unique architecture, molded from a simpler time. There are hundreds of classics in Michigan, venerable layouts that have stood the test of time. Classical architecture is so different from modern design. Newer designs have been peppered with mounding and bunkers to promote the aerial game. The fairways are as wide as runways and their greens the size of parking lots and as wavy as the Pacific Ocean. Conversely, classic courses tend to be player friendly, or “tensionfree” as head professional Steve Braun calls his Belvedere Golf Club in Charlevoix. These courses rarely demand forced carries. The holes aren’t nearly as long, either. The challenge comes in shaping shots around doglegs and keeping the ball on the short grass. The fairways tend to be narrower and the greens smaller, but there’s usually a lane to run the ball onto the putting surface. Ah, the good old days. Take a stroll down memory lane, and tee it up at one of these classics built before 1980.

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Gaylord CC Gaylord CC Founded in 1924, The Gaylord Country Club is one of the oldest clubs in northern Michigan. The private club allows public play, maxing out at $55 during peak season, a bargain for up north. The greens make the 6,506-yard course

Phone: (231) 546-3376 Web site: www.northguide. com/gaylordcc

Rackam GC In metro Detroit, you aren’t worth a lick as a player if you haven’t teed it up at Rackham Golf Club, the charming municipal course

residents were attempting to buy the course to ensure its future. Like all Ross courses, Rackham’s personality lies within its green contours. The 6,555-yard par-71 course might look like a pushover, but your scorecard rarely reflects it.

Members rave about their “little Augusta” for its hills formidable. Members rave about their “little Augusta” for its hills, especially on the par-5 seventh and par-4 No. 8. Stay and play packages are available through the Gaylord Golf Mecca (w w w.gaylordgolfmecca. com).

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designed by the legendary Donald Ross. The club is in the midst of a ferocious tug of war for its survival, so play it now. The city of Detroit tried to sell it to a developer last fall, but the sale fell through. As of press time, Huntington Woods

Phone: (248) 543-4040. Web site: http://rackham. americangolf.com

Belvedere GC Five-time British Open champion Tom Watson still holds the semi-private 6,715yard Belvedere Golf Club in

high esteem after playing it in his youth. Public play is welcome every day for $79 in peak season. Scotsman Willie Watson crafted the fairways with 150 men and five teams of horses, opening the course in 1927. Perhaps no other Michigan course, outside of Oakland Hills Country Club, has such a storied championship history. Home to 39 Michigan Amateurs, the latest in 2003, Belvedere has hired Tom Doak to lead the task of tree removal and placement of several new back tees in preparation for a future Amateur. Phone: (231) 547-2611. Web site: www.belve deregolfclub.com

Tom Watson still holds the semi-private 6,715-yard BelvedereGolf Club in high esteem after playiong it in his youth.

Forest Akers There’s a reason the Michigan State men’s and women’s golf programs are so good, both winning Big Ten titles this season. Their coaches and players are outstanding, yes, but so are the golf courses the Spartans train on, the 6,559-yard East and 7,013yard West courses at Forest Akers, both circa 1958. The West Course was redesigned by MSU alum Arthur Hills in 1992, adding length, bent grass greens and tees, rye grass fairways and new bunkers. Five years later, Hills transformed the East from a par 71 to a par 72. Numerous trees and bunkers were also added. The creation of the Golf LEFT: KEVIN FRISCH; RIGHT: MICHAEL BUCK

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Center, a 20-acre practice facility designed in 1997, and a short game range in 1999 gives the Spartans their edge. Phone: (517) 355-1635. Web site: www.golfmsu. msu.edu

Grand Haven GC At times, natural sand dunes complement the wellgroomed fairways of Grand Haven Golf Club, considered by W. Bruce Matthews one of his crowning achievements. The course, built in 1965, cranks up its challenge beginning at No. 14, a 462-yard par-4. If you limp home, there’s a new Scott Janus Golf Academy to pick up your game. Club

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managing partner Dan Rooney, twice in Iraq as a member of the United States Air Force flying F16s for the 125th Fighter Squadron, gives back to a cause dear to his heart with his Fallen Heroes outing, raising money for families that have lost someone in combat. Phone: (616) 842-4040 Web site: www.grand havengolfclub.com.

Lake Doster GC Built in 1968, Lake Doster Golf Club in Plainwell plays only 6,540 yards from the back tees but beware the “The Little Monster.” This 100-yard par-3 third hole serves as its signature hole

and its shape is incorporated into the club’s logo. A newly rebuilt tee sits high above the treacherous green below, completely isolated by trees, surrounded on three sides by water and further protected by three deep sand traps. With the front nine 250 yards shorter than the back, golfers better get their licks in early. Phone: (269) 685-5308 Web site: www.lakedoster golf.com

Candlestone Host of the West Michigan Amateur, Candlestone Inn Golf & Resort has been challenging golfers since 1978. The Bruce Matthews design of 6,692 yards fea-

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tures majestic pines, rolling hills and abundant doglegs. Water will make you think twice on eight holes. The 25-room hotel offers newly remodeled rooms and wireless internet. Phone: (616) 794-1541 Web site: www.candle stone.com

Gull Lake View The original courses, the East and West, at Gull Lake View Golf Club & Resort in Augusta often take a back seat to the newer Stonehedge designs, but they shouldn’t. The Scott family sculpted the glaciercarved terrain in southwest Michigan to their liking, opening the 6,303-yard West in 1963 and the 6,059-yard par-70 East in 1974. Bought by the family in 1988, the 6,915-yard Bedford Valley course in Kalamazoo, a William Mitchell design from 1965, is, in baseball terms, “a big ballpark” with massive oaks and greens. It has hosted the Club Car Michigan Senior Open 11 straight years. Phone: (800) 432-7971 Web site: www.gulllake view.co

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Boyne USA Resort’s golf empire began with 7,093yard Heather course by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1968. Even today, this sweetheart of a course is a treat to play, with its blueberry bog and famous 18 th

The Bay Valley Hotel & Resort in Bay City opened its Jack Nicklaus and Desmond Muirhead course in 1973. At times, golfers experience first-hand the influence of Nicklaus, known for punishing players who don’t hit it

golfers experience first-hand the influence of Nicklaus, known for punishing players who don’t hit it like he does. hole, a daunting par-4 that boomerangs over a pond. A bunker renovation prepped the course for the 2006 Michigan Amateur. Boyne remains a haven for classic designs. Bill Newcomb helped to craft the 7,045yard Alpine course at Boyne Mountain in 1970 and the underrated 7,179-yard Moor course at Boyne Highlands five years later.

like he does. Water chokes the layout on 13 holes, especially off the tee. But the greens are open and accessible and the bunkering is both fair in number and consistent in quality. The convenience of being just minutes off of I-75 just adds to Bay Valley’s allure. Phone: (888) 241-GOLF Web site: www.bayvalley. com

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MICHIGAN IS BLESSED WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF PUBLIC, DAILY-FEE GOLF COURSES; 699 IN FACT, MORE THAN ANY STATE IN THE UNION AND ENOUGH HOLES TO MAKE THE LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES THE PUBLIC GOLF COURSE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD. Among these courses are some of America’s best 18-hole facilities, so says Golf Digest and Golf For Women magazines. Golf Digest says seven of the country’s Top 40 public courses reside in Michigan: Arcadia Bluffs (#10), Tullymore (#14), Forest Dunes (#20) (above), Bay Harbor (#23), Black Lake (#35), Shepherd’s Hollow (#37) and Red Hawk (#40). The Gailes at Lakewood Shores Resort and Eagle Eye ranked 54th and 81st , respectively.

Incidentally, Arcadia Bluffs and Tullymore also made Golf Digest’s overall 100 best American courses, ranking 46th and 83rd, respectively. Meantime, Michigan is the only state west of Pennsylvania and east of Arizona to place any resorts among Golf For Women’s “25 Best Family Golf Resorts.” Destinations were chosen by their determination to encourage family participation. Outstanding golf is a requisite. Beyond that, resorts that were ranked provided

modern day amenities such as spas, water parks, kids camps, and other family inclusive activities. Boyne Mountain, located in Boyne City on the southeast tip of Lake Charlevoix has been recently refurbished with the addition of the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa and Avalanche Bay Water Park. Kids-play-free programs are available as well as all-inclusive golf and lodging packages for any of Boyne’s eightcourses at the Mountain and Highlands golf resorts. Grand Traverse Resort, home to three award-winning courses on the eastern shore of Grand Traverse Bay, has undergone renovations recently. Family Escape Packages include rooms, golf, arcade tokens, and connections to family and children activities in the region.

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West Allegan 1 Cheshire Hills, Allegan, (269) 673-2882. chesirehills.com 2 Clearbrook Country Club, Saugatuck (269) 857-2000 3 Diamond Springs, Hamilton (269) 751-4545. diamondspringsgolf.com 4 Hawkshead Golf Course, South Haven (269) 639-2121. hawksheadlinks.com 5 Hidden Valley Golf Course, Shelbyville (269) 672-7866 6 Lake Doster, Plainwell (269) 685-5308. lakedostergolf.com 7 Lake Monterey Golf Course, Dorr (616) 896-8118 8 Lynx of Allegan, Otsego (269) 686-5969. lynxgolfcourse.com 9 Orchard Hills Golf Course, Shelbyville (269) 672-7096 10 Prairiewood, Otsego (269) 694-6633

11 Ravines Golf Club, Saugatuck (269) 857-1616. ravinesgolfclub.com 12 Shagbark Golf Club, Plainwell (269) 664-4653 13 South Haven Golf Club, South Haven (269) 637-3896 14 West Shore Golf Course, Douglas (269) 857-2500

Barry 1 Mulberry Fore, Nashville 517) 852-0760 2 Mullenhurst, Delton (269) 623-8383 3 River Bend, Hastings (269) 945-3238 4 Yankee Springs Golf Course, Wayland (269) 795-9047

Berrien 1 Blossom Trails, Benton Harbor (269) 925-4951 2 Brookwood, Buchanan (269) 695-7818 3 Lake Michigan Hills Golf Club, Benton Harbor. (269) 849-2722. lmhgolf.com 4 Spruce Ridge, St. Joseph (269) 782-5827 5 Paw Paw Lake, Watervliet (269) 463-3831 6 Pebblewood Country Club, Bridgman (269) 465-5611 7 Pipestone Creek, Eau Claire (269) 944-1611 8 Whittaker Woods, New Buffalo (269) 469-3400. golfwhittaker.com

Branch 1 Blackberry Patch Golf Club, Coldwater (517) 238-8686. blackberrypatchgolf.com 2 Prairie River, Bronson (517) 369-6745

Calhoun 1 Alwyn Downs Golf Club, Marshall (269) 781-3905 2 Bedford Valley, Battle Creek (269) 965-3385. gulllakeview.com 3 Binder Park, Battle Creek (269) 979-8250. bcparks.org/golf 4 Cedar Creek Golf Club, Battle Creek (269) 965-6423 5 Marywood Golf Course, Battle Creek (269) 968-1168 6 Medalist Golf Club, Marshall (269) 789-4653. themedalist.com 7 Oakland Hills, Battle Creek (269) 965-0809 8 Tomac Woods, Albion (517) 629-8241 9 Turtle Creek, Burlington (517) 765-2232

Cass 1 Hampshire, Dowagiac (269) 782-7476 2 Indian Lake Hills, Eau Claire (269) 782-2540 3 Park Shore Golf Club, Cassopolis (269) 445-2834 4 Spruce Ridge Golf Club/Resort, Dowagiac. (269) 782-5827

Clare 1 Eagle Glen, Farwell (989) 588-4424. golfeagleglen.com 2 Firefly Golf Links, Clare (989) 386-3510. fireflygolflinks.com 3 Snow Snake, Harrison (989) 539-6583. snowsnake.net 4 The Tamaracks, Harrison (989) 539-5441. thetamaracks.com

Clinton 1 Emerald at Maple Creek, The, St. Johns (989) 224-6287. emeraldgolfcourse.com

2a Hawk Hallow, Bath (517) 641-4295. hawkhollow.com 2b Eagle Eye at Hawk Hollow, Bath (517) 641-4295. hawkhollow.com 3 Highland Hills Golf Club, De Witt (517) 669-1559 4 Prairie Creek, De Witt (517) 669-1958 5 Royal Scot Golf Course, Lansing (517) 321-6220. royalscott.net 6 Timber Ridge Golf Course, East Lansing (517) 339-8000. golftimberridge.com

Eaton 1 Centennial Acres, Sunfield (517) 566-8055. centennialacres.com 2 Grand Ledge CC, Grand Ledge (517) 627-2495 3 Ledge Meadows, Grand Ledge (517) 627-7492. ledgemeadows.com 4 Twin Brook Golf Club, Charlotte (517) 543-0570. twinbrookgolfclub.com

Gratiot 1 Hidden Oaks, St. Louis (989) 681-3404. hiddenoaksgolf.com 2 Northstar Golf Club, Ithaca (989) 875-3841 3 Gratiot Country Club, Ithaca (989) 875-4612

Hillsdale 1 White Oaks, Hillsdale (517) 437-3434

Ionia 1 Candlestone Inn, Belding (616) 691-7713. candlestone.com 2 Huckleberry Creek, Pewamo (517) 593-3305 3 Morrison Lake Country Club, Saranac (616) 642-9528. 4 Portland CC, Portland (517) 647-4521

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MICHIGAN GOLF DIRECTORY|west 5 Willow Wood Country Club, Portland (517) 647-1984. willowwoodcountryclub.com

Isabella 1 Bucks Run, Mt. Pleasant (877) 892-8257. bucksrun.com 2 Holiday Greens (Holiday Inn), Mt. Pleasant (989) 772-2905 3 Pines at Lake Isabella, Weidman (989) 644-2300. thepinesgolfcourse.com 4 Pleasant Hills, Mt. Pleasant (989) 772-0487. pleasanthillsgolf.com 5 Pohlcat (Holiday Inn), Mt. Pleasant (989) 773-4221. pohlcat.net 6 Riverwood Resort, Mt. Pleasant (989) 772-5726. riverwoodresort.com 7 Winding Brook, Shepherd (989) 828-6618

Kalamazoo 1 Angels Crossing, Vicksburg (269) 649-2700. golfangelscrossing.com 2 Crestview Golf Club, Kalamazoo (269) 349-1111 3 Eastern Hills Golf Course, Kalamazoo (269) 385-8175. kalamazoogolf.org 4 Gull Lake View/East & West, Augusta (269) 731-4148. gulllakeview.com 5 Hickory Ridge Golf Course, Galesburg (269) 382-6212 6 Indian Run Golf Club, Scotts (269) 327-1327 7 Milham Park Golf Course, Kalamazoo (269) 344-7639. kalamazoogolf.org 8 Olde Mill Golf Club, Schoolcraft (269)679-5625. oldemill.com 9 Prairies Golf Club, The, Kalamazoo (269) 343-3906. theprairiesgolf.com 10 Ridgeview Golf Course, Kalamazoo (269) 375-8821 11 Stonehedge, Augusta (269) 731-2300. gulllakeview.com 12 Thornapple Creek Golf Club, Kalamazoo. (269) 344-0040. thornapplecreek.com 13 Yarrow Golf and Conference Center, Augusta. (800) 563-4397. yarrowgolf.com

Kent 1 Alpine Golf Club, Comstock Park (616) 784-1064

2 Arrowhead Golf Course, Lowell (616) 897-7264 3 Boulder Creek Golf Club, Belmont (616) 363-1330. bouldercreekgolfclub.com 4 Braeside Golf Course, Rockford (616) 866-1402 5 Briarwood Golf Club, Caledonia (616) 698-8720. golfbriarwood.com 6 Broadmoor Country Club, Caledonia (616) 891-8000 7 Cedar Chase Golf Club, Cedar Springs (616) 696-2308. cedarchasegolfclub.com 8 Deer Run Golf Club, Lowell (616) 897-8481 9 Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe, Grand Rapids. (616) 554-4747. thornapplepointe.com 10 Gracewil East & West, Walker (616) 784-2455. gracewil.com 11 Grand Island, Belmont. (616) 363-1262. grandislandgolf.com 12 Grand Rapids Golf Club, Grand Rapids (616) 949-2820 13 Indian Trails Golf Course, Grand Rapids (616) 245-2021 14 Ironwood Golf Course, Byron Center (616) 538-4000 15 Kaufman LE Golf Course, Grand Rapids (616) 538-5050 16 Lincoln Country Club, Grand Rapids (616) 453-6348 17 Links at Bowen Lake, Gowen (888) 715-4657. golfbowenlake.com 18 Maple Hill Golf Course, Grandville (616) 538-0290. maplehillgc.com 19 Mines, The, Grand Rapids (616) 791-7544. minesgolfcourse.com 20 North Kent Golf Course, Rockford (616) 866-2659 21 Pines Golf Course, Grand Rapids (616) 538-8380 22 Quail Ridge Golf Club, Ada (616) 676-2000 23 The Rogue, Sparta (616) 887-7182 24 Saskatoon, Alto (616) 891-9229. saskatoongolf.com 25 Scott Lake Country Club, Comstock Park. (616) 784-1355. scottlake.com 26 Thousand Oaks, Grand Rapids (616) 447-7750. thousandoaksgolf.com

27 Tyler Creek, Alto (616) 868-6751

Lake 1 Marquette Trail Golf Course, Baldwin (231) 898-2450

Mason 1 Hemlock Golf Club, Ludington (231) 845-1300. hemlockgolfclub.com 2 Lakeside Links Golf Club, Ludington (231) 843-3660

Mecosta 1 Falcon Head Golf Club, Big Rapids (231) 796-2613. falconhead@net-port.com 2 Katke Golf Course, Big Rapids (231) 591-3765. katkegolf.com 3 Meceola Country Club, Big Rapids (231) 796-9004 4 St. Ives Golf Course, Stanwood (231) 972-4837. stivesgolf.com 5 Tullymore, Stanwood (231) 972-4837. stivesgolf.com

Montcalm 1 Birchwood Golf Course, Howard City (231) 762-4424 2 Brookside, Gowen (616) 984-2381 3 Whitefish Lake Golf Club, Pierson (616) 636-5260

Muskegon 1 Bent Pine, Whitehall (231) 766-2045. bentpine.com 2 Chase Hammond, Muskegon (231) 766-3035. chasehammondgolfclub.com 3 Fruitport, Muskegon (231) 798-3355 4 Hickory Knoll, Montague (231) 894-5535 5 Moss Ridge, Ravenna (231) 853-5665 6 Oakridge, Muskegon (231) 798-3660 7 Old Channel Trail, Montague (231) 894-5076. octgolf.com 8 Ravenna, Ravenna (231) 853-6736

9 Stonegate, Twin Lakes (231) 744-7200. stonegategolfclub.com

Newaygo 1 Briar Hill, Fremont (231) 924-2070. briarhillgolf.com 2 Brigadoon, Grant (231) 834-8200. brigadoongolf.com 3 Northwood, Fremont (231) 924-3380. northwoodgc.com 4 Pilgrims Run Golf Course, Pierson (888) 533-7742. pilgrimsrun.com 5 Village Green, Newaygo (231) 652-6513

Oceana 1 Benona Shores Golf Course, Shelby (231) 861-2098. westmichigangolf.com 2 Grand View Golf Course, New Era (231) 861-6616 3 Oceana Country Club, Shelby (231) 861-4211 westmichgolf.com/courses/oceana.htm 4 Thoroughbred/Double JJ Resort, Rothbury. (800) Double JJ. doublejj.com 5 The Colonial, Hart (231) 873-8333. westmichgolf.com

Osceola 1 Birch Valley, Sears (231) 734-9112 2 Rose Golf Course, LeRoy (231) 768-5060. golftherose.com 3 Spring Valley, Hersey (231) 832-5041

Ottawa 1 Crestview, Zeeland (616) 875-8101 2 Gleneagle Golf Club, Hudsonville (616) 457-3680. gegolfclub.com 3 Grand Haven Golf Club, Grand Haven (616) 842-4040. grandhavengolfclub.com 4 Macatawa Legends, Holland (866) 771-7800. macatawalegends.com 5 Meadows Golf Club, The, Allendale (616) 895-1000. webgolfer.com/meadows 6 Pigeon Creek, West Olive (616) 875-4300 7 Terra Verde Golf Club, Nunica (616) 837-8249. terraverdegc.com

Fall Golf The calendar may show that autumn is as long as the other seasons, but days for fall golf pass as quickly as August splendor. Act quickly and make travel plans now. The following is a sampling of fall golf value packages. Most rates are post-Labor Day weekend prices. Check each destination for specifics. Rates subject to change. Candlestone Inn and Golf Resort, Belding provides lodging and 18 holes on a classic layout starting at $69. www.candlestone.com When Gull Lake View opened in the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;60s you could walk nine holes for a $1.50. Those rates are but a memory, but $123 for two nights lodging and golf-a-plenty is pretty good. www.gullakeview.com

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destination when it opened in 1995 near Stanwood; it made a quantum leap by adding the Jim Enghdesigned Tullymore. Two nightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lodging and mucho golf packages begin at $223. www.stivesgolf.com They call it The Thoroughbred (Rothbury) because it has ridden the test of time. A perennial favorite of West Coasters, tee it up for just $44. www.doublejj. comMore scenic views of Torch

MICHIGAN GOLF DIRECTORY|west/north 8 Wallinwood Springs Golf Club, Jenison (616) 667-0003. wallinwoodsprings.com 9 West Ottawa Golf Club, Holland (616) 399-1678. westottawagolfclub 10 Western Greens Country Club, Marne (616) 677-3677. westmichgolf.com

Antrim 1a A-Ga-Ming, The Torch, Kewadin (231) 264-5081. a-ga-ming.com 1b A-Ga-Ming, Sundance, Kewadin (231) 264-5081. a-ga-ming.com 2 Antrim Dells Golf Course, Ellsworth (800) 872-8561. antrimdellsgolf.com 3 Bellaire Golf Course, Bellaire (231) 533-6531 4a The Chief, Bellaire (231) 533-9000. golfthechief.com 4b Hawk’s Eye, Bellaire (231) 533-9000. golfthechief.com 5 Farm, The, Bellaire (231) 533-6886 6 Lakes of the North, Mancelona (231) 585-6800. lakesofthenorth.com 7a Shanty Creek, The Legend, Bellaire (800) 678-4111. shantycreek.com 7b Shanty Creek, The Summit, Bellaire 7c Shanty Creek, Schuss Mountain, Bellaire 7d Shanty Creek, Cedar River, Bellaire

St. Joseph 1 Green Valley, Sturgis (269) 651-6331 2 Island Hills, Centreville (269) 467-7261. islandhillsgolf.com 3 Pineview Golf Club, Three Rivers. (269) 279-5131. pineviewgolf.com 4 St. Joe Valley, Sturgis (269) 467-6275

Van Buren 1 Beeches Golf Club, South Haven (269) 637-2600. beechesgolfclub.com 2 Heritage Glen Golf Club, Paw Paw (269) 657-2552. heritageglengolf.com 3 Lake Cora Hills, Paw Paw (269) 657-4074 4 Shamrock Hills, Gobles (269) 628-2070 5 Peacock Ridge, Marcellus (269) 646-3300. peacockridge.net

Benzie 1 Champion Hill Golf Course, Beulah (231) 882-9200. championhill.com

2a Boyne Mountain Resort, Monument, Boyne Falls. 800-GO-Boyne. boyne.com 2b Boyne Mountain Resort, Alpine, Boyne Falls. 800-GO-Boyne. boyne.com 3 Charlevoix Country Club, Charlevoix (231) 547-1922 4 Charlevoix Golf Club, Charlevoix (231) 547-3268 5 Dunmaglas, Charlevoix (231) 547-4653. dunmaglas.com 6 Springbrook Hills Golf Club, Walloon Lake. (231) 535-2413

Cheboygan 1 Black Lake, Onaway (989) 733-4653. blacklakegolf.com 2 Cheboygan Golf & CC, Cheboygan (231) 627-4264 3 Indian River, Indian River (800) 305-4742 4 Rippling Rapids, Cheboygan (231) 625-2770

Crawford 1 Forest Dunes Golf Club, Roscommon (989) 275-0700. forestdunesgolf.com 2 Fox Run, Grayling (800) 436-9786. foxruncc.com 3 Grayling Country Club, Grayling (989) 348-5618

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North Alcona 1 Eagle Ridge, Glennie (989) 735-3500 2 Springport Hills, Harrisville (989) 724-5611 3 White Pine National, Hubbard Lake (989) 736-3279. whitepinenational.com

Alpena 1 Alpena Golf Club, Alpena (989) 354-5052. alpenagolfclub.com

2 Crystal Lake Golf Course, Beulah (231) 882-4061 3a Crystal Mountain Resort, Mtn. Ridge, Thompsonville. (231) 378-2000 crystalmountain.com 3b Crystal Mountain Resort, Betsie Thompsonville. crystalmountain.com 4 Mistwood Golf Course, Lake Ann (231) 275-5500. mistwoodgolf.com 5 Pinecroft Golf Plantation, Benzonia (231) 882-9100. pinecroftgolf.com

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1a Boyne Highlands Resort, Heather, Harbor Springs. (800)-GO-Boyne. boyne.com 1b Boyne Highlands Resort, Moor, (800)-GO-Boyne. boyne.com 1c Boyne Highlands Resort, D. Ross Memorial. (800)-GO-Boyne. boyne.com 1d Boyne Highlands Resort, Bay Harbor Bay Harbor. (231) 439-4028. boyne.com 1e Boyne Highlands, Hills, Harbor Springs (800) GO-Boyne. boyne.com 2 Chestnut Valley Golf Course, Harbor Springs. (231) 526-9100 chestnutvalley.com 3 Crooked Tree Golf Club, Petoskey (231) 439-4030. boyne.com 4 Harbor Point, Harbor Springs (231) 526-2951 5 Hidden River Golf & Casting Club, Brutus. (231) 529-4653. hiddenriver.com 6 Little Traverse Bay Golf Club, Harbor Springs. (231) 526-6200 ltbaygolf.com 7 Maple River Golf Club, Brutus (231) 529-6574 8 True North Golf Club, Harbor Springs (231) 526-3300. truenorthgolf.com

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1 Belvedere Golf Club, Charlevoix (231) 547-2611. belvederegolfclub.com

1 Crown Golf Course, The, Traverse City (231) 946-2975. golfthecrown.com

Lake with a dash of Traverse Bay cannot be found. At $74 you won’t find better bargains, either. www. a-ga-ming.com

back with a vengeance: four stellar courses and the best resort rates going. How’s $99 sound? www.shantycreek.com/migolf

Hawk’s Eye in Bellaire has flown to the top of Michigan’s must-play courses. Make haste before the snow flies. All-you-can-play packages with lodging start at just $169. www.golfhawkeye.com

Mistwood at Ann Lake is one of those courses that could get lost in the shuffle if it weren’t so dang much fun to play. Now they’ve added condominium lodging. Fall stay-and-play packages begin at $139. www.mistwoodgolf.com

Some would say the summit of fall golf in Michigan is the top of the mountain – Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville. The Betsie River begs you and the prices are a prize: room-and-round packages starting at $85. www.crystalmoun tain.com

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Boy ol’ Boyne. Eight is enough for any golfaholic: 144 holes of hills, heathers and links beginning on the southeast end of Lake Charlevoix, stretching to the shores

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MICHIGAN GOLF DIRECTORY|north/east 2 Elmbrook Golf Course, Traverse City (231) 946-9180. elmbrookgolf.com 3a Grand Traverse Resort, The Bear, Acme. (800) 236-1577. grandtraverseresort.com 3b Grand Traverse Resort, The Wolverine, Acme. (800) 236-1577. grandtraverseresort.com 3c Grand Traverse Resort, Spruce Run, Acme. (800) 236-1577. grandtraverseresort.com 4 High Pointe Golf Club, Williamsburg (231) 267-9900. highpointegolf.com 5 Interlochen Golf Club, Interlochen (231) 275-7311. interlochengolf.com

Iosco 1a Lakewood Shores, Blackshire, Oscoda (800) 882-2493. lakewoodshores.com 1b Lakewood Shores, The Gailes, Oscoda lakewoodshores.com 1c Lakewood Shores, Serradella, Oscoda lakewoodshores.com 2 Red Hawk, Oscoda (877) 733-4295. redhawkgolf.net 3 Tawas Creek, East Tawas (989) 362-6262. tawasgolf.com 4 Wicker Hills, Hale (888) 216-6264. golfnorthernmichigan.com

Kalkaska 1 Grandview Golf Course, Kalkaska (231) 258-3244 2 Timber Wolf, Kalkaska (231) 258-5685 3 Twin Birch Golf Course, Kalkaska (231) 258-9691. twinbirchgolf.com

Leelanau 1 Dunes Golf Course, Empire (231) 326-5390. dunesgolf.com 2 King’s Challenge, Cedar (888) 228-0121. kingschallenge.com 3 Sleeping Bear, Cedar (231) 228-1870 4 Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms, Suttons Bay. (231) 271-2020. leelanauclub.com

Manistee 1 Arcadia Bluffs, Arcadia (800) 494-8666. arcadiabluffs.com 2 Bear Lake County Highlands, Bear Lake (231) 864-3817. golfbearlake.com

3 Chestnut Hills, Bear Lake (231) 864-2458 4 Heathlands, Onekama (231) 889-5644. heathlands.com 5 Manistee Country Club, Manistee (231) 723-2509 6a Manistee National Golf & Resort/ Canthooke, Manistee (231) 723-8874. manisteenational.com 6b Manistee National Golf & Resort/ Cutter’s Ridge, Manistee (231) 723-8874. manisteenational.com

Missaukee 1 Country Greens Golf Course, Lake City (231) 839-7777. countrygreens.com 2 Missaukee Golf Club, Lake City (231) 825-2756 golfmichigan.net/missaukeegolf

Montmorency 1 Elk Ridge, Atlanta (989) 785-2275. elkridgegolf.com 2 Thunder Bay Resort, Hillman (800) 729-9375. thunderbaygolf.com

Ogemaw 1 Apple Valley, West Branch (989) 345-2971. applevalleygolf.com 2 The Dream, West Branch (989) 345-6300. teedream.com 3 Green Briar, Lupton (989) 473-4900. greenbriargolf.net 4 West Branch Country Club, West Branch. (989) 345-2501. westbranchcc.com

Oscoda 1 Cedar Valley, Comins (989) 848-2792 2a Garland Resort/Reflections, Lewiston (989) 786-2211. garlandusa.com 2b Garland Resort/Swampfire 2c Garland Resort/Monarch 2d Garland Resort/Fountains

Otsego 1 Black Bear Golf Resort, Vanderbilt (866) 983-4441. golfblackbear.net 2a Black Forest /Wilderness Valley, Gaylord. (231) 585-7090. blackforestgolf.com 2b Black Forest/Black Forest, Gaylord 3 Gaylord Country Club, Gaylord (231) 546-3376. gaylordcountryclub.com

4a Otsego Club, The Classic, Gaylord (800) 752-5510. otsegoclub.com 4b Otsego Club, The Tribute, Gaylord (800) 752-5510. otsegoclub.com 5 The Loon, Gaylord (877) 732-4455 6 Marsh Ridge, Gaylord (800) 743-7529. marshridge.com 7a Michaywe The Lake, Gaylord (888) 746-3742. michaywe.com 7b Michaywe The Pines, Gaylord (888) 746-3742. michaywe.com 8 Natural at Beaver Creek, The, Gaylord (989) 732-1785. thenatural.org 9a Treetops Resort/Jones, Gaylord (800) 444-6711. treetops.com 9b Treetops Resort/Fazio, Gaylord (800) 444-6711. treetops.com 9c Treetops Resort/Smith Signature, Gaylord, (800) 444-6711. treetops.com 9d Treetops Resort/Smith Tradition, Gaylord. (800) 444-6711. treetops.com

Presque Isle 1 Stoney Links, Onaway (989) 733-2683. stoneylinks.com 2 Rogers City, Rogers City (989) 734-4909

Roscommon 1 Burning Oak, Higgins Lake (989) 821-9821 2 Pine View, Houghton Lake (989) 366-9806 3 Quest Golf Club, Houghton Lake (989) 422-4516. questgolfclub@yahoo.com 4 White Deer, Prudenville (989) 366-5812

Wexford 1 Briar at Mesick, Mesick (231) 885-1220. thebriaratmesick.com 2 Cadillac Country Club, Cadillac (231) 775-9442 3 Eldorado, Cadillac (231) 779-9977. golfeldorado.com 4 Emerald Vale, Manton (231) 824-3631. emeraldvale.com 5 McGuire’s Resort/The Spruce, Cadillac (231) 775-9947. mcguiresresort.com 6 Wedgewood, Cadillac (231) 779-3980

East Arenac 1 Huron Breeze, AuGres (989) 876-6868. huronbreeze.com 2 Pine River, Standish (989) 846-6819 3 Singing Bridge, Tawas City (989) 362-0022

of Petoskey. Pack a bag. You won’t want to leave. Packages start at $129. www.boyne.com

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Bay 1 Bay County Golf Club, Essexville (989) 892-2161. essexvillemi.areaguides.net 2 Bay Valley Resort, Bay City (989) 686-5400. bayvalley.com 3 Green Hills Golf Club, Pinconning (989) 697-3011 4 Maple Leaf, Linwood (989) 697-3531 5 Sandy Ridge, Midland (989) 631-6010. golfsandyridge.com 6 White Birch Hills, Bay City (989) 662-6523

Genesee 1 Brookwood Golf Club, Burton (810) 742-4930 2 Captain’s Club at Woodfield, Grand Blanc. (810) 695-4653. captainsclubatwoodfield.com 3 Fenton Farms, Fenton (810) 629-1212 4 Genesee Valley Meadows, Swartz Creek. (810) 732-1401 5 Goodrich Country Club, Goodrich (810) 636-2493 6 Grand Blanc Golf & CC, Grand Blanc (810) 694-5960 7 Kearsley Lake Golf Club, Flint (810) 736-0930 8 Southmoor Golf Club, Burton (810) 743-4080 9 Sugarbush, Davison (810) 653-3326 10 Swartz Creek, Flint (810) 766-7043 11 Tyrone Hills Golf Club, Fenton (810) 629-5011. tyronehillsgolf.com 12 Vienna Greens, Clio (810) 686-1443

ing, begin at $180. www.grandtra verseresort.com Speaking of hunting, if I were traveling to Drummond Island, I’d wait till Sept. 20 and pack my Ithaca Model 100 side-by-side 20. This is an island south of Lake Superior. Woodcock fly south. For birdies of a different feather, golf The Rock and get a room for just $111.50. www.drummondisland.com

MICHIGAN GOLF DIRECTORY|east Gladwin 1 Gladwin Heights Golf Club, Gladwin (989) 426-9941 2 Sugar Springs, Gladwin (989) 426-1162

Huron 1 Bird Creek, Port Austin (989) 738-4653 2 Scenic Golf & CC, Pigeon (989) 453-3350 3 Ubly Heights, Ubly (989) 658-2374. ublyheights.com 4 Verona Hills, Bad Axe (989) 269-8132

Ingham 1 Branson Bay Golf Course, Mason (517) 663-4144 2 Brookshire Inn, Williamston (517) 655-4695 3 College Fields, Okemos (517) 332-8100. collegefields.net 4 Chisholm Hills Golf Club, Lansing (517) 694-0169 5 El Dorado, Mason (517) 676-2854. webgolfer/eldorado.com 6a Forest Akers-East, East Lansing (517) 355-1635. golfmsu.msu.edu 6b Forest Akers-West, East Lansing (517) 355-1635. golfmsu.msu.edu 7 Groesbeck/Lansing Municipal Courses, Lansing. (517) 483-4333 8 Mason Hills Golf Club, Mason (517) 676-5366 9 Oak Lane Golf Course, Webberville (517) 521-3900. oaklane.usgolfer.net 10 Meridian Sun Golf Club, Haslett (517) 339-8281 11 Wheatfield Valley, Williamston (517) 655-6999

Jackson 1 Burr Oak Golf Club, Parma (517) 531-4741 2 Calderone Farms, Grass Lake (517) 522-6661. calderonefarms.com 3 Cascades Golf Club, Jackson (517) 788-4323. cascadesgolfcourse.com 4 Clark Lake Golf Club, Brooklyn (517) 592-6259 5 Concord Hills, Concord (517) 524-8337. concordhills.com 6 Ella Sharp Park Municipal, Jackson (517) 788-4066 7 Gauss Green Valley, Jackson (517) 764-0270 8 Grande Golf Club, Jackson (517) 768-9494. grandegolfclub.com 9 Pine Hollow, Jackson (517) 764-4200. pinehollow.com 10 Greenbriar, Brooklyn (517) 592-6952.

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jackson-mich.org/golfjackson/ courses/greenbriar Hankerd Hills, Pleasant Lake (517) 769-2507. hankerdhills.com Hills’ Heart of the Lakes, Brooklyn (517) 592-2110 Hickory Hills, Jackson (517) 750-3636 Lakeland Hills, Jackson (517) 764-5292. lakelandhills.com Sparrow Hawk, Jackson (517) 787-1366. sparrowhawk.com Waterloo, Grass Lake (517) 522-8527 Whiffletree Hill, Concord (517) 524-6655

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Livingston 1 Hawk Meadows, Howell (517) 546-4635. hawkmeadows.com 2 Dunham Hills, Hartland (248) 887-9170. dunhamhills.com 3 Faulkwood Shores, Howell (517) 546-4180 4 Hartland Glen, Hartland (248) 887-3777 5 Hunter’s Ridge, Howell (517) 545-4653. ismi.net/huntersridge 6 Huron Meadows Metropark, Brighton (810) 231-4084. metroparksgolf.com 7 Ironwood, Howell (517) 546-3211 8 The Jackal, Brighton (810) 229-9581. jackalgolfclub.com 9 The Majestic, Hartland (810) 632-5235. majesticgolf.com 10 Marion Oaks, Howell (517) 548-0050 11 Oak Pointe, Brighton (810) 227-4541

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MICHIGAN GOLF DIRECTORY|east 12 Rush Lake, Pinckney (734) 878-9790 13 Timber Trace, Pinckney (734) 878-1800. timber-trace.com 14 Whispering Pines, Pinckney (734) 878-0009. whisperingpinesgc.com 15 The Preserve, Fenton (810) 714-3206. thepreserve.org

Macomb 1 Bello Woods, Mt. Clemens (586) 949-1200 2 Bruce Hills, Romeo (586) 752-7244. golfbrucehills.com 3 Cedar Glen, New Baltimore (586) 725-8156 4 Cherry Creek, Shelby Twnship (586) 254-7700. cherrycreekgolf.com 5 Cracklewood, Mt. Clemens (586) 781-0808 6 Fernhill, Clinton Twpship (586) 286-4700 7 Glacier Club, Washington (586) 781-2288. glacierclub.com 8 Greystone, Washington (586) 752-7030. golfgreystone.com 9 Heather Hills, Romeo (586) 798-3971 10 Hickory Hollow, Macomb (586) 949-9033. hickoryhollowgolf.com 11 Maple Lane, Roseville (586) 754-3020 12 Michigan Meadows, Casco (586) 727-7029 13 Wolcott Mill Golf Course, Ray (586) 749-3415. metroparksgolf.com 14 Oak Ridge, New Haven (586) 749-5151 15 The Orchards Golf Club, Washington (586) 786-7200. orchards.com 16 Pine Valley, Ray (586) 752-9633 17 Plum Brook, Sterling Hts. (586) 264-9411. plumbrookgolfclub.com 18 Rammler Golf Club, Sterling Hts. (586) 264-4101 19 Richmond Forest, Lenox (586) 727-4742. richmondforestgolf.com 20 Romeo Golf Club, Washington (586) 752-9673 21 Salt River, New Baltimore (586) 725-0311 22 Sunnybrook, Sterling Hts. (586) 977-9759 23 Sycamore Hills, Macomb (586) 598-9500. sycamorehills.com

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24 Timberwood Golf Club, Ray (586) 784-6000. timberwoodgolfclub.com

Midland 1a Currie Golf Club-West, Midland (989) 839-9600 1b Currie Golf Club-East, Midland (989) 839-9600

Monroe 1 Bedford Golf Club, Temperance (734) 854-4653. bedfordhillsgolf.com 2 Carleton Glen, Carleton (734) 654-6201 3 Carrington, Monroe (734) 241-0707. carringtongolfclub.com 4 Deme Acres, Petersburg (734) 279-1151 5 Giant Oak, Temperance (734) 847-6733. giantoakgolfclub.com 6 Green Meadows, Monroe (734) 242-5566 7 The Legacy, Ottawa Lake (734) 854-1101. legacybyarthurhills.com 8 Lilac Golf Course, Newport (734) 586-7555 9 Links at Lake Erie, Monroe (734) 384-1177. linksatlakeerie.com 10 Maple Grove, Lambertville (734) 854-6777 11a Raisin River-West, Monroe (734) 289-3700. raisinrivergolf.com 11b Raisin River-East, Monroe (734) 289-3700. raisinrivergolf.com 12 Sand Wedge, Ottawa Lake (734) 854-4909 13 Wesburn Golf Club, Rockwood (734) 379-3555 14 Whiteford Valley, Ottawa Lake (734) 856-4545. whitefordgolf.com

Oakland 1 Bald Mountain, Lake Orion (248) 373-1110 2 Beacon Hill, Commerce Twp. (248) 684-2200. beaconhillgc.com 3 Beaver Creek, Oakland Twp. (248) 693-7170 4 Blackheath, Rochester (248) 601-8000 5 Boulder Pointe, Oxford (248) 969-1500. migrandgolftrail.com 6 Bramblewood, Holly (248) 634-3481 7 Brentwood, White Lake (248) 684-2662. brentwoodgolf.com

8 Cattails, S. Lyon (248) 486-8777. cattailsgolfclub.com 9 Liberty Golf Club, Clarkston (248) 625-3731 10 Copper Hills, Oxford (248) 969-9808. copperhills.com 11 Coyote, South Lyon (248) 486-1228 12 Devil’s Ridge, Oxford (248) 969-0100. devilsridge.com 13 El Dorado, Walled Lake (248) 624-1736 14 Fieldstone, Auburn Hills (248) 370-9354. fieldstonegolf.com 15 Glen Oaks, Farmington Hills (248) 851-8356. co.oakland.mi.us 16 Heather Highlands, Holly (248) 634-6800 17 Highland Hills, Highland (248) 887-4481 18 Indian Springs Metropark, White Lake (248) 625-7870. metroparksgolf.com 19 Kensington Metropark, Milford (248) 685-9332. metroparksgolf.com 20 Links at Pinewood, Walled Lake (248) 669-9802 21 Lyon Oaks, Wixom (248) 437-1488. co.oakland.mi.us 22 Mulberry Hills, Oxford (248) 628-2808. mulberryhills.com 23 Mystic Creek, Milford (248) 684-3333. mysticcreek.com 24 Oxford Hills, Oxford (248) 628-2518 25 Pine Knob, Clarkston (248) 625-4430. pineknobmansion.com 26 Pine Trace, Rochester (248) 852-7100. pinetracegolf.com 27 Pontiac CC, Waterford (248) 682-6333 28 Pontiac Municipal, Pontiac (248) 858-8990 29 Rackham Golf Club, Huntington Wds. (248) 543-4040 30 Rochester Hills, Rochester (248) 852-4800 31 Shenandoah, Oakland Twp. (248) 682-4300 32 Shepherd’s Hollow, Clarkston (248) 922-0300 33 Springfield Oaks, Davisburg (248) 625-2540. co.oakland.mi.us 34 Stony Creek Metropark, Washington (586) 781-9166 35 Sylvan Glen, Troy (248) 879-0040 36 Tanglewood, S. Lyon (248) 486-3355. tanglewoodthelion.com 37 Twin Lakes, Oakland Twp. (248) 650-4960. twinlakesgc.com 38 Westbrooke, Novi (248) 349-2723 39 White Lake Oaks, Pontiac (513) 892-3469

Michigan golf. Stay-and-play packages begin at $80. www.garlandusa. com Playing The Tribute at Otsego Club in Gaylord is a veritable color tour. The 18-hole layout carries you through more than 1,000 acres. With stay-and-play rates beginning at $58, you may wish to play one of Michigan’s Top 10 public courses more than once. www.otsegoclub. com

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40 Westwynd, Rochester Hills (248) 608-7820. thewyndgate.com

Saginaw 1 Bayou Golf Club, Freeland (989) 781-8181 2 Beech Hollow, Freeland (989) 695-5427 3 Crooked Creek, Saginaw (989) 781-0050 4 The Fortress, Frankenmuth (989) 652-9229. zehnders.com 5 Golf Club at Apple Mountain, Freeland (989) 781-6789. applemountain.com 6 Green Acres, Bridgeport (989) 777-3510 7 Kimberly Oaks, St. Charles (989) 865-8261 8 Mueller’s Valley View Farms, Saginaw (989) 781-1248 10 The Sawmill, Saginaw (989) 793-269. thesawmill.com 11 Swan Valley, Saginaw (989) 781-4945. swan-valley.com 12 Twin Bridges, Merrill (989) 643-7475 13 Twin Brooks, Chesaning (989) 845-6403 14 Twin Oaks, Freeland (989) 695-9746

Sanilac 1 Huron Shores, Port Sanilac (810) 622-9961 2 Lakeview Hills, Lexington (810) 359-8901. michigangolfcourses.com 3 Woodland Hills, Sandusky (810) 648-2400

Shiawassee 1 Dutch Hollow, Durand (517) 288-3960 2 Glenbrier, Perry (517) 625-3800 3 Pine Hills, Laingsburg (517) 651-7781 4 Willow Brook, Byron (810) 266-4660

St. Clair 1 Belle River, Memphis (810) 392-2121 2 Black River, Port Huron (810) 982-9595. blackrivergolfclub.com 3 Fore Lakes Golf Resort, Kimball (810) 982-3673. forelakes.com 4 Golden Hawk, Casco Twp. (586) 727-4681 5 Holly Meadows, Capac (810) 395-4653. hollymeadows.com 6 Leaning Tree, Wales Twp. (810) 367-3528 7 Marysville CC, Marysville (810) 364-4653

There it is – Marsh Ridge, right in the heart of the Gaylord Golf Mecca, and I bet you haven’t played it. This is the fall you’ll rise to the occasion. Now there are no excuses. Post-labor day rates begin at $37. www.marshridge.com The foursome of courses that are the crown jewels of the Gaylord Golf Mecca designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., Tom Fazio and Rick Smith make Treetops one of the

MICHIGAN GOLF DIRECTORY|east/upper 8 Middle Channel Golf Club, Harsens Island. (810) 748-9922 9 Rattle Run, St. Clair (810) 329-2070. rattlerun.com

Tuscola 1 The Timbers, Tuscola (989) 871-4884 2 Vassar Golf & CC, Vassar (989) 823-7221

Washtenaw 1 Brae Burn, Plymouth (734) 453-1900 2 Brookside, Saline (734) 429-4276 3 Downing Farms, Northville (734) 486-0990 4 Eagle Crest, Ypsilanti (734) 487-2441. eaglecrestresort.com 5a Fox Hills-Golden Fox, Pymouth (734) 453-7272. foxhills.com 5b Fox Hills-Fox Classic, Pymouth (734) 453-7272. foxhills.com 5c Fox Hills-Strategic Fox, Pymouth (734) 453-7272. foxhills.com 6 Green Oaks, Ypsilanti (734) 485-0881 7 Hickory Creek, Superior Twp. (734) 454-1850 8 Hickory Sticks, Ann Arbor (734) 913-8140. hsgolfclub.com 9 Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter (734) 426-0466. metroparksgolf.com 10 Lake Forest, Ann Arbor (734) 994-8580. lakeforestgc.com 11 Leslie Park, Ann Arbor (734) 994-1163. ci.ann-arbor.mi.us 12 Links of Whitmore, Whitmore Lk. (734) 449-4653. linksatwhitmorelake.com 13 Pierce Lake, Chelsea (734) 475-5858 14 Pine View, Ypsilanti (734) 481-0500. pineviewgc.com 15 Reddeman Farms, Chelsea (734) 475-3020 16 Rolling Meadows, Whitmore Lk. (734) 662-5144

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17 Rustic Glen, Saline (734) 429-7679. rusticglen.com 18 Salem Hills, Northville (248) 437-2152 19 Stonebridge, Ann Arbor (734) 429-8383

Wayne 1 Chandler Park, Detroit (313) 331-7755 2 Fellows Creek, Canton (734) 728-1300 3 Fox Creek, Livonia (734) 471-3400 4 Glenhurst, Redford (313) 592-8758 5 Hilltop, Plymouth (734) 453-9800. americangolf.com 6 Idyl Wyld, Livonia (734) 464-6325. ci.livonia.mi.us/services/ parksandrec/idylwyldegolfcourse 7 Inkster Valley, Inkster (734) 722-8020 8 Lake Erie Metropark, Brownstown (734) 379-0048. metroparks.com 9 Lakes of Taylor, Taylor (734) 784-4653. taylorgolf.com 10 Northville Hills, Northville (734) 667-4653. northvillehills.com 11 Palmer Park, Detroit (313) 883-2525 12 Pheasant Run, Canton (734) 397-6460 pheasantrun@canton-mi.org 13 Riverview Highlands, Riverview (734) 479-2266 14 Rouge Park, Detroit (313) 837-5900 15 Shady Hollow, Romulus (734) 721-0430 16 St. Johns Golf Center, Plymouth (734) 453-1047 17 Taylor Meadows, Taylor (313) 295-0501 18 Warren Valley, Dearborn Hts. (313) 561-1040. waynecounty.com 19 Whispering Willows, Livonia (248) 476-4493 20 Willow Metro Park, New Boston (734) 753-4040. metroparksgolf.com

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21 Woodlands of Van Buren, Wayne (734) 729-4477. thewoodlandsgc.com 22 Woodside Meadows, Romulus (734) 782-5136

Upper Penninsula Alger 1 Pictured Rocks, Munising (906) 387-2146. algercounty.com/prgcc/

Chippewa 1 Kincheloe Memorial, Kinross (906) 495-5706. kinross.net 2 Munoscong Golf Club, Pickford (906) 647-9812 3 Rock at Woodmoor, Drummond Isl. (906) 493-1006. drummondisland.com 4 Sault St. Marie, Sault St. Marie (906) 632-7812 5 Tanglewood Marsh, Sault St. Marie (906) 635-0617. golftanglewoodmarsh.com 6 Wild Bluffs at Bay Mills Resort, Brimley (906) 248-3617. wildbluff.com

Delta 1 Gladstone, Gladstone (906) 428-9646 2 Highland Golf Club, Bark River (906) 466-7457 3 Terrace Bluff, Gladstone (906) 428-2343. terracebay.com

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4 Tri-Valley, Garden (906) 644-2693. gardengolfestates.com

Dickinson 1 Oak Crest, Norway (906) 563-5891 2 Pine Grove, Iron Mtn. (906) 774-3493 3 Eagle Mountain, Iron Mtn. (906) 774-0003 4 Timberstone, Iron Mtn. (906) 776-0111. timberstonegolf.com

Gogebic 1 Gogebic CC, Ironwood (906) 932-2515

Houghton 1 Portage Lake Golf Club, Houghton (906) 487-2641. aux.mtu.edu/golf

Iron 1 George Young Recreation, Iron River (906) 265-3401

Mackinac 1 Grand Hotel Golf Club, Mackinac Isl. (906) 847-3331. grandhotel.com 2 Hessel Ridge, Hessel (906) 484-2107. hesselridge.com

Marquette 1 Chocolay Downs, Marquette (906) 249-3111 chocolaydownsgolfcourse.com 2a Marquette Golf & CC, Marquette (906) 225-0721. marquettegolf.org 2b Greywalls, Marquette (906) 225-0721. marquettegolf.org 3 Red Fox Run, Gwinn (906) 346-7010. redfoxrun.com 4 Wawonowin CC, Champion (906) 485-1435

Menominee 1 North Shore Golf Club, Menominee (906) 863-8421

top golf resort destinations in the nation. It has no rival in the fall. Packages for as little as $96. www. treetops.com Anchored on the shores of Lake Cadillac is the venerable McGuire’s Resort. McGuire’s is as true to its roots as it was 40 years ago. It should be registered with the historical society. Stay-and-play packages begin at $109. Lodging is a premium this time of year. Make

plans early. www.mcguiresresort. comOnly three courses in Michigan bear the signature of Jack Nicklaus. One of them is Bay Valley, boasting views of the Saginaw Bay, and one of the sunrise side’s great tracks with greater values. Roomand-round rates beginning at $189. www.bayvalley.com Whittle away the options for your fall golf excursion and the stick left in your hand will likely be

pointed to Timberstone at the Pine Mountain Resort in Ironwood. This majesty of U.P. golf can be played with a pillow to rest your head at the end of your round for as low as $69. www.timberstone.com It’s a narrow window to play golf on Mackinac Island after Labor Day, but no matter that: Indulge in The Grand Hotel’s turn-of-the-century charm with a splendid modern day course, The Grand’s Jewel. Just

$259 to stay and play. Cross over the Mackinaw Bridge and head straight to Brimley. You’ll lodge at the Bay Mills Resort and Casino. The views of Lake Superior are just that from the fairways of Wild Bluff. Fall golf packages begin at $98. www.wildbluff.com

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