Archive for May 2025
Opening Up a Championship Experience: The Rick Smith Signature Course Transformation
Opening Up a Championship Experience: The Rick Smith Signature Course Transformation Great golf courses evolve. Over time, trees grow taller, sight lines change, and turf conditions respond to environmental shifts. While mature trees add character, unchecked growth can gradually impact playability, turf health, and golfer experience. That’s why, during the past off-season, we undertook one…
Read MoreJunior Golf Programs: Nurturing the Next Generation of Champions
In the world of golf, the future is always on the horizon, and it’s shaped by the young players picking up clubs for the first time today. Junior golf programs are the fertile ground where the next generation of champions take root, develop their skills, and cultivate a lifelong passion for the game. These programs…
Read MoreThe History of Treetops: From Sylvan Knob to Distinguished Golf Destination
Humble beginnings: Sylvan Knob Ski Area The story of Treetops Resort begins in 1954 when a group of local businessmen, led by Harry Melling, founded the Sylvan Knob Ski Area. Located just east of Gaylord, Michigan, this modest ski operation took advantage of the region’s abundant snowfall and rolling terrain. The initial development included a…
Read MoreThe Art of Club Fitting: Maximizing Performance on the Course
In the quest for lower scores and better performance, golfers often overlook one of the most crucial aspects of the game: properly fitted clubs. The art of club fitting is not just about finding clubs that feel comfortable; it’s about optimizing every aspect of your equipment to match your unique swing and playing style. …
Read MoreSpring Awakening: From Winter Wonderland to Golfing Paradise
As the last patches of snow melt away under the warming Michigan sun, Treetops Resort in Gaylord begins its annual metamorphosis. The transition from a bustling ski destination to a world-class golf resort is a meticulous process that spans several weeks and involves every inch of our 1,500 acres. Farewell to Winter While ski enthusiasts…
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