Working within the CDC’s guidelines and recommendations of the Golf Course Owners Association and Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, we are excited to get the 2020 golf season underway.
In order to meet health and safety precautions for guests and staff, all golf course operations at Shanty Creek Resort will follow the following three-phased approach for safe play.
Phases I & II – Currently in place
GOLF COURSES
- All golf courses are currently open with tee times starting at 7am.
- Tee Times and payment must be made in advance either online or by phone at 231-533-2020. No walk-in play permitted.
- No one will be paired to play with someone they do not know, or have not agreed to playing with.
GOLF CARTS
- Pro Shop staff will stage carts prior to daily opening, including sanitizing carts prior to each use.
- Carts will be one person, per cart, unless with a household/family member.
- Carts will be set up at least 6′ apart.
- Guests will need to handle their own bag and completely remove all contents from the golf cart when finished.
- Hand sanitizer will be available before and after play.
PRACTICE FACILITIES
- Range balls will be available for purchase.
- Driving range(s) and practice facilities will have designated spacing of 6′ or more.
- Range balls will be washed/sanitized daily.
- No bag stands, practice flags, or any equipment will be provided.
PRO SHOPS
- Pro shop(s) are now open per executive order 2020-91.
- Limit of 6 persons allowed to maintain proper social distancing at The Legend/Summit Pro Shop
- Limit of 4 persons allowed to maintain proper social distancing at Cedar River and Schuss Mountain Pro Shops.
- Tee Times and payment must be made in advance either online or by phone at 231-533-2020. No walk-in play permitted.
- Access to inside restrooms available.
- No bags will be stored.
COURSE PLAY
- Golfers must maintain social distance requirements with the people they are playing with.
- Flags are in raised cups (or other method not allowing ball to fall in cup). Please do not touch flags.
- No porta-johns, water coolers, or rakes for bunkers will be available.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
- Food and beverage is now available at all halfway houses, Arnie’s (The Legend/Summit Pro Shop), and the Schuss Grill (Schuss Mountain Pro Shop).
Phase III
- All golf operations will return to near-normal operation, while following CDC recommendations as necessary.
