Jay’s Tee Box
Has there been a better time to be a golfer in the Midwest? Oh, sorry, that was a rhetorical question as of course the answer is a resounding no!
Not only are more people playing this great game than ever before, but they are getting to do it on miraculous new courses throughout our 12-state distribution area. Plus, I can’t remember a time when more top-end properties are executing stunning renovation projects.
The Summer Issue of Midwest Golfing Magazine is filled with features on new courses, and those that are receiving the perfect amount of TLC. We start with lead staff writer Matt Tevsh’s take on Sedge Valley, the latest and greatest course from Sand Valley Resort in central Wisconsin. America’s first family of golf, The Keisers, are taking the “If You Build It, They Will Come” mantra to a new level at Sand Valley. The 12,000-acre property is now comprised of 89 holes, with more on the way!
We stay in the Badger State for a feature on one of our favorites, The Golf Courses of Lawsonia in Green Lake. Their incredible bunker restoration project is complete on the famed Links course, and as Editor Glen Turk reports, it’s looks better than ever!
Wisconsin is replete with stunning courses and destinations, including Abbey Springs near Lake Geneva, Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells, and the Janesville/Edgerton region. Edgerton is the childhood home of former U.S. Ryder Cup Captain Steve Stricker and exudes golf passion 12 months a year.
MGM is also thrilled to highlight Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd, Minnesota after their $85 million renovation project and Island Resort & Casino, who last year put the finishing touches on a massive upgrade as well.
But Midwest Golfing Magazine isn’t confined to the Midwest, as our staff is thrilled to chronicle the rise of Shangri-La Resort in Oklahoma and Nemacolin in Pennsylvania. Both have undergone massive expansion projects and are ready for your next buddies or couple’s trip.
Finally, an issue of MGM wouldn’t be complete without Chip Shots, Ask Annex, our Summer Product Gift Guide, Paul Seifert’s Best of the Midwest, Michael Crowley’s Pro Page, and Turk’s Takes.
Make Some Birdies,
Jay Royle, Publisher
