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Opening Up a Championship Experience: The Rick Smith Signature Course Transformation

When you step onto a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, you’re not just playing a round of golf – you’re experiencing a piece of golfing history. Nowhere is this more evident than in the great state of Michigan, where Jones’s genius has left an indelible mark on the landscape of championship golf.  The Master…

Junior Golf Programs: Nurturing the Next Generation of Champions

When you step onto a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, you’re not just playing a round of golf – you’re experiencing a piece of golfing history. Nowhere is this more evident than in the great state of Michigan, where Jones’s genius has left an indelible mark on the landscape of championship golf.  The Master…

The History of Treetops: From Sylvan Knob to Distinguished Golf Destination

When you step onto a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, you’re not just playing a round of golf – you’re experiencing a piece of golfing history. Nowhere is this more evident than in the great state of Michigan, where Jones’s genius has left an indelible mark on the landscape of championship golf.  The Master…

The Art of Club Fitting: Maximizing Performance on the Course

Planning a golf getaway to Treetops Resort? With five spectacular courses awaiting you, it’s essential to ensure your body is ready for the challenge. A multi-day, multi-course golf experience can be as demanding as it is exhilarating.   Here’s how to prepare your body for peak performance and enjoyment during your golf vacation.  Start early: Before…

Spring Awakening: From Winter Wonderland to Golfing Paradise

Planning a golf getaway to Treetops Resort? With five spectacular courses awaiting you, it’s essential to ensure your body is ready for the challenge. A multi-day, multi-course golf experience can be as demanding as it is exhilarating.   Here’s how to prepare your body for peak performance and enjoyment during your golf vacation.  Start early: Before…

Preparing for a Multi-Course Challenge

Planning a golf getaway to Treetops Resort? With five spectacular courses awaiting you, it’s essential to ensure your body is ready for the challenge. A multi-day, multi-course golf experience can be as demanding as it is exhilarating.   Here’s how to prepare your body for peak performance and enjoyment during your golf vacation.  Start early: Before…

Tom Fazio’s Vision: A Deep Dive into the Premier Course at Treetops

When golf course architecture and natural beauty collide, magic happens. Nowhere is this more evident than at the Tom Fazio-designed Premier course at Treetops Resort. Let’s take a journey through this masterpiece and discover why it’s not just a round of golf – it’s an experience that will leave you breathless.  The Master’s Touch Tom…

Comparing Treetops’ Five Championship Courses

When you step onto a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, you’re not just playing a round of golf – you’re experiencing a piece of golfing history. Nowhere is this more evident than in the great state of Michigan, where Jones’s genius has left an indelible mark on the landscape of championship golf.  The Master…

Wellness: Golf and a Healthy Lifestyle

When you step onto a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, you’re not just playing a round of golf – you’re experiencing a piece of golfing history. Nowhere is this more evident than in the great state of Michigan, where Jones’s genius has left an indelible mark on the landscape of championship golf.  The Master…

Staying and Playing World-Class Golf at Treetops

When you step onto a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, you’re not just playing a round of golf – you’re experiencing a piece of golfing history. Nowhere is this more evident than in the great state of Michigan, where Jones’s genius has left an indelible mark on the landscape of championship golf.  The Master…

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The Ultimate Guide for Golf Event Planning

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How to Celebrate the 4th of July in Northern Michigan

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New Early Golf Tee Times & Twilight Golf

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Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan, is home to five nationally celebrated courses designed by golf greats like Robert Trent Jones Sr., Tom…

Early Summer Activities & Things To Do in Northern Michigan

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Early summer is when Northern Michigan comes alive. Late May through early June is arguably the best time to escape up north.…

Your Guide to Group Retreats in Northern Michigan

April 23, 2026

When it comes to planning a group retreat, Northern Michigan creates a setting that’s both productive and memorable. That’s why the right…

Treetops Resort: A Perfect Destination for a Romantic Northern Michigan Winter Getaway

March 20, 2026

There’s something undeniably magical about Northern Michigan in winter. When the snow settles softly across the hills, the pines grow heavy with…

Your Guide to Planning a Successful Large Corporate or Group Event

February 5, 2026

Planning a memorable meeting, retreat, or corporate event begins with finding a venue that not only supports your goals but also elevates…

Raising Resilient Kids: What Skiing Teaches About Getting Back Up

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Every parent wants to raise a child who can weather life’s storms-who can fall, get back up, and keep going with grit…

How Skiing Builds Mental Toughness in All Ages

September 26, 2025

Skiing may look like a physical sport-and it is-but beneath the surface, it’s a masterclass in mental grit. Whether you’re five or…

Confidence on the Slopes, Confidence in Life

September 26, 2025

There’s a moment every parent remembers: the first time their child stands at the top of a slope, nervous but excited, ready…