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5 Tips for Planning a Successful Holiday Meeting

The holidays are a time to celebrate success, foster team spirit, and bring everyone together before the year winds down. For businesses looking to escape the chaos and find the perfect setting to host a fall or winter meeting or holiday gathering, Treetops Resort offers the ideal Up North escape. Whether you’re based in Detroit,…

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Sharpen Your Short Game: Mastering the Art of Chipping at Treetops

Whether you’re a single-digit or a double-digit handicap, there’s one part of the game that truly levels the field around the green: the chip. At Treetops Resort, our PGA Golf Academy calls it “the art of the short game,” an umbrella covering chipping, pitching, bunker play-and, of course, that delicate roll toward the cup. Why…

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Firecracker Tips to Light Up Your Golf Game

Let Freedom Swing: The 4th of July isn’t just about fireworks and flags-it’s the perfect time to ignite your golf swing. At Treetops Resort, with 81 championship holes sculpted by legends like Robert Trent Jones Sr., Rick Smith, and Tom Fazio, the stage is set. Here are three under-the-radar, firecracker tips designed to add spark…

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Treetops Bunker Basics: The Trouble with Beach Time

The Trouble with Beach Time At Treetops, our bunkers aren’t just accessories-they’re plot twists. One minute you’re striping drives down the Masterpiece’s cathedral fairways; the next you’re ankle-deep in a Signature green-side “beach,” debating whether to laugh, cry, or channel your inner Seve. Fear not. Three tidy lessons stand between you and a silky up-and-down.…

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The Dad Index: What Kind of Golfing Dad Are You Shopping For?

Father’s Day gifting comes with its own set of hazards. This year let’s club up. Instead of another forgettable gadget, fit Dad to a golf experience that feels custom‑shafted to his personality-and just happens to unfold on the legendary fairways of Treetops Resort. Below, you’ll find three classic “golf‑dad” archetypes, complete with insider insight on what makes…

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Chasing Daylight: Celebrate Summer Solstice The Treetops Way

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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From Tee to Legacy: Celebrating Dads Who Golf

From Tee to Legacy: Celebrating Dads Who Golf Playing golf with your children isn’t just about perfecting a swing or sinking a putt-it’s about forging bonds that last a lifetime. The shared experiences on the fairways and greens create memories and lessons that transcend the game itself. At Treetops Resort, we understand the profound impact…

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The Local Advantage of Twilight Golf at Treetops Resort

Living the Golfer’s Dream: The Local Advantage of Twilight Golf at Treetops Resort There’s a special kind of magic that happens in the final hours of daylight-especially if you’re standing on a tee box at one of Treetops Resort’s championship golf courses. For those who live within 60 miles of Treetops, the opportunity to enjoy…

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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…

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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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How Long Do Golf Balls Last? Understand Their Lifespan

August 15, 2024

How Long Do Golf Balls Last? Golf balls, integral to the game of golf, are meticulously designed for performance and durability. However,…

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Understanding Golf Scoring: A Beginner’s Guide to the Basics

August 12, 2024

How Does Golf Scoring Work? Golf, a sport known for its precision and strategy, employs a unique scoring system that can be…

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Why Golf is Played Over 18 Holes: A Historical Perspective

August 9, 2024

Why is Golf 18 Holes? Unraveling the Tradition Have you ever wondered why a round of golf typically consists of 18 holes?…

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How To Line Up a Golf Shot

July 29, 2024

How To Line Up a Golf Shot: An Experts Perspective After teaching countless golf lessons over the past 25 years, I have…

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Treetops Resort’s Guide to Buying New Golf Clubs

July 20, 2024

There’s never been a better time for buying new golf clubs. With manufacturers producing technologically advanced shafts, grips, and other components, today’s…

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Golf Exercises

July 14, 2024

By Mark Hogan PGA Head Golf Professional of Treetops When Did You Last Utilize Golf Stretching Exercises? Do you remember the promises…

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Stay Connected with Team-building Activities

July 7, 2024

In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to find ways to keep both virtual and in-person teams connected. If you’re struggling…

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Meaning of Spa

July 1, 2024

What is The Meaning of Spa? When you look up the word spa in the dictionary you will find many different meanings…

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What’s the Proper Golf Stance?

June 27, 2024

Proper Golf Stance Understanding the proper golf stance is crucial because if you set up incorrectly, you are most likely going to…

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How to Fix a Slice in Golf

June 20, 2024

By Mark Hogan, PGA Golf Pro at Treetops Resort As an instructor in the golf industry for over 20 years, it’s safe…

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