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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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

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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…

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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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Five Memorable Holes from Five Spectacular Treetops’ Courses

Golf is more than just a game of skill and strategy; it’s a tapestry of unforgettable moments woven across verdant fairways and challenging greens. At Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan, these moments come to life on some of the most breathtaking and ingeniously designed holes in the country. As we explore five of the most…

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What Is a Golf Handicap, and How Do You Calculate It?

May 16, 2024

In golf, players of different skill levels can compete fairly using the United States Golf Association (USGA) handicap system. The Handicap Index, as officially termed by the USGA, levels the playing field for golfers of varying abilities. Understanding how to calculate a golf handicap involves taking into account a golfer’s recent scores, the course rating,…

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How to Properly Repair a Ball Mark [Infographic]

May 14, 2024

In general, golf is a fairly simple game: get the ball into the hole in as few strokes as possible. However, despite its simplicity, there are many rules, including the rules of etiquette. When everyone practices golf etiquette, it makes the game better for everyone. Without proper etiquette, the game would move slower, and there…

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Planning a Great Event-Tips from the Pros

May 6, 2024

As Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort, we’ve planned a few events in our day-some truly awesome ones, if we do say so ourselves. From insider to insider, we want to share some tips from our pros to ensure you’re ready for whatever event planning throws at you. How To Plan a Great Event: Set Event Objectives…

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How to Build a Simple Golf Practice Station

April 29, 2024

Nick Lewis PGA Assistant Golf Professional heads up the Treetops Golf Academy, a Golf Channel Academy and offers a simple how-to on setting up a practice station. I have the distinct pleasure of having my office located on the Jones Masterpiece Driving Range at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan. This unique vantage point allows me…

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