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There are 8,776 golf courses and country clubs in the US as of 2023. Golfing is a very popular activity, and the market is quite competitive for courses. If you want a successful golf course, you may have to make some updates. Things may become outdated or need to be completely replaced to function properly. When you design your golf course, there are several things to consider. You need to consider the aesthetics as well as the actual…

Did you know that there are nearly 9,000 golf courses in the United States? With so many golf courses to choose from, you may be wondering how to narrow down someone’s selection. Well, one way that you can do that is by having outstanding operations. To do this, you need excellent golf course management. Having this will help increase efficiency in daily operations and allow you to get more tasks done simultaneously. What is the right golf course…

Statistics show that 41% of marketers believe that events are a critical marketing option. Virtual events are also becoming increasingly popular and profitable. Golf course event planning can be a great marketing tactic. Not only can it improve your future earnings, but it can also help you to maximize your revenue in the present moment. Golf course events are extremely popular, and it’s something that golf lovers flock to. There are all kinds of golfing events that you…

Did you know that the average size of a golf course is 160 acres? Somehow, though, a course can seem even bigger if you have to maintain it. See, golf course maintenance is more than mowing a lawn and emptying the trash cans. It’s also about treating the turf, improving playing conditions, and making the most of your club assets. All that takes time and effort. Want to ensure your golf course looks a million at any…

There are 2,244,512 acres of golf courses in the USA. If you want to create a great golf course that has players coming back every week, you’ll need to set yourself apart from the crowd. One of the best ways you can do this is by creating a customer-focused culture. This makes your players feel valued and appreciated and keeps them coming back for more. But what exactly should you do to create such a culture? This article…

Are you ready to drive more players to your golf course? According to a report by the National Golf Foundation, golf courses have seen a decline in players over the past decade. However, with the right marketing strategies, golf courses can increase visibility and attract new players. In this article, we’ll be sharing some of the most effective golf course marketing strategies. From digital marketing to traditional advertising and building a loyal customer base, we’ve got all the…

Golf was formally invented in the 1740s, although it was played hundreds of years beforehand. It has remained a very popular sport since then among adults and children. Teaching children and teens about golf is a great way to spark a passion for the game early on. But where should you start? A golf academy is a great launch point. But what do you need to know about starting a junior golf program? How can you ensure…

Once nearly automatic, the idea of building a golf course with a master-planned community went out of favor here in the early 2000s. But a new community with a new concept for golf recently unveiled its almost-finished product over the weekend. Stillwater, an age-restricted community by Lennar off of County Road 210 in St. Johns County, celebrated the grand opening of Stillwater Golf and Country Club on Saturday. Renowned course designed Bobby Weed was on hand…

Bobby Weed said the highest praise a golf architect can get is when someone tells him that a course looks as if it has been on the property for years.  He’ll get plenty of that after the Stillwater Golf Course opens in late spring.  The first new golf course to be built on the First Coast since 2002 is targeted for a May opening at the Stillwater community north of State Road 210 in St. Johns, about 3 miles west…