Category Archives: golf

Tree-Lightings, Lighthouses and Winter Golf

The 2012 Traverse City Christmas Tree — all lit up. By MIKE NORTON Maybe it was the warm weather, or maybe everybody was overdosing on Christmas spirit — but Friday night’s tree-lighting ceremony in downtown Traverse City was packed with … Continue reading

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Making Golf More Attractive to a New Generation

By MIKE NORTON I’m not a golfer. Just never could figure out the appeal of the game. On the other hand, I’ve always loved golf courses. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve enjoyed wandering around on them (no doubt … Continue reading

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Fall Golf at Shanty Creek, Apples Downtown and Wine at Chateau Chantal!

The View of Lake Bellaire from the Lakeview Lodge at Shanty Creek Resorts By MIKE NORTON When it’s a perfect fall day, with just a hint of color in the trees, a light wind blowing clouds across the sky, and … Continue reading

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Golf Season Begins! (Psst! Play The Legend for Just $25!)

Photo by Brian Walters Laid out across steep, heavily forested hills, The Legend at Shanty Creek Resorts is prized as much for its scenic qualities as for its challenges.  By MIKE NORTON All right! THAT was a great weekend! I … Continue reading

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