ON LOCATION GOLF COURSES IN KANSAS
COMBINING WORK AND PLAY: PREMIERE GOLF COURSES PROVIDE MORE THAN SPORT By Cecilia Harris, writer, KSAE magazine
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t’s a simple truth: Golf links people together. From teeoff to the last hole, the sport that nearly everyone can play provides an opportunity to connect informally with others while on the course. Sharing information through good conversation between shots develops and deepens relationships; therefore, golf is the perfect outdoor activity for conference attendees. Even if golf is not played, the scenic views from a golf course’s meeting facility are a bonus because studies indicate simply looking at nature together reduces stress and improves cognitive function. Up your game by scheduling one of these five golf courses as your meeting destination:
Colbert Hills, Manhattan
Sprawling across 315 acres in the Flint Hills, Colbert Hills is an 18-hole long and hilly public course with breathtaking views. It has won several accolades, including being ranked the #1 Daily Fee Golf Course in Kansas by Golf Digest,
Golf.com and GolfLink. Five different zoysia tee boxes and treeless fairways with generous landing areas accommodate all levels of skill. General Manager Jeremy Dietz said tournaments may range from smaller events utilizing only tee times to reserving the entire golf course. “Typically, we don’t require tournaments to hold their conference at our facility but we recommend it so individuals do not have to travel after a conference or meeting and would immediately be able to practice and play golf,” Dietz said. Event spaces include the Founders Room that overlooks Hole #1 and holds up to 32 people, a semi-private dining room seating 75 with an outstanding view of Manhattan and the Clubhouse that accommodates 225 individuals. There also is a large sitting area with a fireplace at the restaurant’s entrance and a full-service bar.
The Terradyne Country Club, 1400 Terradyne St. in Andover, has a 6,854-yard Scottish Links style course.
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