The official ranking was released in the leading golf magazine's print edition last Friday. More than 400 of "America's Best" raters review thousands of courses annually on a ten-point system, noting features such as course routing, natural setting, and conditioning. Sweetgrass took 14th place honors in the Best State-by-State list.
"With over 1,000 courses in Michigan alone, we're honored that Sweetgrass would be named to this prestigious list among our peers," says Tom McChesney, CEO of Island Resort & Casino, which operates the course.
Sweetgrass will officially open its golf season in April, with value-based green fees starting at $75 and overnight golf packages starting at $95 midweek. Its most popular golf package, the Perfect Foursome, includes a two-night stay and rounds at Sweetgrass, TimberStone and Greywalls courses - all ranked in Golfweek's Top 15 in Michigan. Golfers can call 877-ISL-GREEN or visit www.sweetgrassgolfclub.com for booking information now.
Sweetgrass will also host the Island Resort Championship at Sweetgrass June 28-July 1, a Symetra Tour - Road to the LPGA - golf tournament, welcoming 144 professional women golfers to vie for a $110,000 purse.
The course, opened in 2008, is situated at the Island Resort & Casino, a 24/7 gaming facility with 315 guest rooms, three restaurants and a 1,327-seat Showroom that features nationally recognized entertainers. The resort recently opened its new $2 million conference center to accommodate corporate golf outings and groups, and adds the new 5 Bridges Pub & Restaurant this year. The facility is accessed via both Escanaba and Marquette airports with daily flights from Detroit.
For more information, see www.sweetgrassgolfclub.com or call 877-ISL-GREEN.
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