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 can be made in advance online or by phone at 231-533-2020.
- Please check in at the pro shop prior to play.
- Masks are required to enter pro shops.
- 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.
- Two riders are permitted per cart. Single carts must be reserved in advance and based on availability.
- Cart dividers are available on request.
- Carts will be set up at least 6′ apart.
- Guests will need to handle their own golf bag and completely remove contents from the cart when finished playing.
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 can be made in advance online or by phone at 231-533-2020. Payments can be made in pro shops on the day of play, or in advance by phone at 231-533-2020.
- Please check in at the pro shop prior to play.
- Masks are required to enter pro shops.
- Merchandise is available for sale in all pro shops.
- 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 modified cups. Please do not touch flags.
- Water coolers are not available on the course. Please see food and beverage outlets for water and other items.
- Bunker rakes are not available on the course.
Phase III
- All golf operations will return to near-normal operation, while following CDC recommendations as necessary.
