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The Tournament

The Patriot Golf Day Shootout raises awareness and funds for those who have devoted their lives to our country. The successful event has included visits from some very special guests who have shared their first hand experience with us.

Proceeds from this event will again benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation. The Foundation awards scholarships to children and spouses of those who have lost their lives in the War on Terror. To learn more about the Folds of Honor Foundation please click here.

Gross and net prizes will be awarded to the winning two-person teams in each flight for the 36-hole competition. Prizes will be awarded to individuals with the lowest scores on “Threetops”. Also, prizes will be awarded to those who beat the all time closest to the pins during the 8 airings of the Par 3 Shootout.

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The Schedule Friday, September 3rd, 2010 Opening Ceremony at Treetops North ~ This special event will include tributes to the fallen, with an Honor Guard ceremony, a flyover and honored guests, Duane and Dawn Bucklin. The Bucklin’s lost their son, Brock, in Iraq on May 31, 2006 and Brock has since become the inspiration behind the PGA of America’s Patriot Golf Day. Friday will also include “Big Break” style competitions for the players to compete in following the moving ceremony. Saturday, September 4th, 2010 The tournament will begin on Saturday with an 18-hole two-person best ball on the Rick Smith “Signature” Course. You will also compete individually on the world famous 9-hole “Threetops” Course which will be set up exactly the way it was when some of golf’s greatest professionals competed in the Par 3 Shootout. Saturday evening will include a reception, dinner and more tributes to our soldiers. Sunday, September 5th, 2010 Play will conclude on Sunday with an 18-hole two-person scramble on the Tom Fazio “Premier” Course. Award ceremony immediately following play

Player Registration ENTRY FEE $295 per player The entry fee includes: 45 holes of tournament golf 9 hole practice round on Threetops Opening Ceremony Two lunches Dinner (with an open bar and featured speaker) Tournament gift and prizes $35 practice rounds on Friday and Monday Entry fees with lodging are also available for $360 per player in the Inn and $380 per player in our Lodge (based upon double occupancy). Teams are made up of two players. Please completely fill in the entry form with information for both players. Open a printable entry form to mail or fax with payment

Contact Us For additional tournament information please contact Connie Wright at cwright@treetops.com or 989.731.8660 For additional sponsorship information please contact Kevin McKinley at kmckinley@treetops.com or 989.731.8480

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Sponsorship Opportunities To secure a sponsorship download a printable sponsorship form to mail with payment or contact Kevin McKinley at kmckinley@treetops.com or 989.731.8480.
Presenting Sponsor - $4,000 • Entry for three (3) 2-person teams (6 players) into the event • Each player may be accompanied by a guest who may attend the Opening Ceremony on Friday evening and the Dinner Banquet on Saturday evening • Six (6) Deluxe Lodge Rooms for two nights • Unlimited golf for six (6) players Friday, September 3rd through Monday, September 6th. • A banner denoting you as the Presenting Sponsor hung the entire weekend • Recognition in the Event Program as the Presenting Sponsor • Your logo on all printed material in conjunction with the event • Entry for six (6) into each Treetops Sponsors outing in May and October	Opening Ceremony Sponsor - $2,000 • Entry for two (2) 2-person teams (4 players) into the Event • Two (2) Deluxe Lodge Rooms for two nights • Unlimited golf for four (4) players Friday, September 3rd through Monday, September 6th • A banner denoting you as the Opening Ceremony Sponsor on Friday evening • Recognition in the Event Program as the Opening Ceremony Sponsor • Entry for four (4) into each Treetops Sponsors Outing in May and October
Dinner Banquet Sponsor - $2,000 • Entry for two (2) 2-person teams (4 players) into the Event • Two (2) Deluxe Lodge Rooms for two nights • Unlimited golf for four (4) players Friday, September 3rd through Monday, September 6th • A banner denoting you as the Dinner Banquet Sponsor on Saturday evening • Recognition in the Event Program as the Dinner Banquet Sponsor • Entry for four (4) into each Treetops Sponsors outing in May and October	Hole Sponsor - $150 • One Tee Sign on either the Rick Smith “Signature” course or the Tom Fazio “Premier” course during both days of the Event • Recognition in the Event Program as a Hole Sponsor • Two (2) tickets to attend the Dinner Banquet on Saturday evening • Entry for one (1) into each Treetops Sponsors Outing in May and October
Deluxe Team Sponsor - $900 • Entry for one (1) 2-person team (2 players) into the Event • One (1) Deluxe Lodge Room for two nights • Unlimited golf for two (2) players Friday, September 3rd through Monday, September 6th • One Tee Sign on “Threetops” during both days of the Event • Recognition in the Event Program as a Deluxe Team Sponsor • Entry for two (2) into each Treetops Sponsors Outings in May and October	In Kind Donation of any Amount Exceeding $100 • Recognition in the Event Program as a Donor • Entry for one (1) into each Treetops Sponsors Outing in May and October

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Arrive: Friday, September 17, 2010
Depart: Sunday, September 19, 2010

Radio and television show host Bill Hobson of Michigan Golf Live, the state’s leading golf program, coordinates Saturday’s golf event complete with prize giveaways and a boxed lunch. Also includes unlimited golf on The Jewel, and private receptions on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Package Includes:

• Accommodations
• Breakfast and dinner daily
• Friday evening Welcome Reception
• Saturday evening reception
• Unlimited golf on The Jewel on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• Box lunch Saturday
• Special discount on ferry boat tickets
• No tipping within Grand Hotel

Package Price:

• $819 per couple
• $719 single

Stay Thursday, September 16 and/or Sunday, September 19, 2010 for $139* per room, per night.

Subject to Michigan 6% sales tax and a $7.50 per person baggage handling charge. Regular additional adult and children’s rates apply. *Dates subject to availability.

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Join us on Thursday, August 19th for a round of golf at Mountain Flowers, The Homestead’s Par 3, nine hole golf course. All proceeds benefit ShareCare of Leelanau. $27/person. 9am to 9pm.

Thank you to all who participated in this event in the past. ShareCare of Leelanau is a unique, non-profit corporation founded in 1993 by a group of retirees who wanted to overcome the problems that so often force seniors to leave their home prematurely. Their efforts provide Leelanau County residents comprehensive, affordable assisted living services in their own home.

Companies and organizations interested in hole sponsorship or prize donations, contact Neil Kalee at 231.334.5555.

2009 Hole Sponsors:

• Wicksall Distributors
• Glen Craft Marina & Resort
• Bahle’s of Suttons Bay
• Becky Thatcher
• Alpers Excavating
• Cherry Republic
• Mitchell Graphics
• King’s Challenge
• Northwestern Bank
• Bluebird
• Hurst Industries
• Bev & Merrill Almquist
• The Bill Wise Family

2009 Prize Donations:

• Brilliant Books
• Village Inn in Suttons Bay
• Cherry Republic

2009 Event Prize Winners:

• Hole #5 - Closest to the Hole: Craig Ardery
• Hole #7 - Closest to the Hole: Carol Chambers
• Hole #9 - Longest Putt: Tracy Van Raalte

Congratulations! We’re looking forward to this year’s event!

For more information or tee times, call 231.334.5555.

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The Fore Ladies Only Golf Clinics Series is agreat way to either be introduced to the game or to improve your skills in a relaxed, fun environment.  Ladies of all skill levels are welcome.

The clinics are held on Saturdays at the Boyne Mountain driving range throughout the summer from 1pm - 2pm.

To sign up or for more information please contact Mike Fay, PGA Professional at Ph 231.549.6028 OR e-mail mfay@boyne.com .

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The Tournament

US vs. Canada in Ryder Cup style matches in which the US claimed a 9—7 victory in 2009.

The Schedule Friday, July 9th through Sunday, July 11th America vs. Canada Fourball match Foursome match Singles match	Player Registration ENTRY FEE $325 per person (based on double occupancy) The entry fee includes: Two nights lodging 54 holes of match play Two team shirts One team hat Pairings reception One Group Dinner
Contact Us For additional tournament information please contact Kevin McKinley at kmckinley@treetops.com or 989.731.8480

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The Tournament

Join the “Swinging for a Wish” organization for their second annual Make-A-Wish fundraiser at the beautiful Robert Trent Jones Masterpiece golf course. The format is a 4 person scramble. The goal of the event is to raise enough money to sponsor at least one child’s wish in its entirety. In 2009, the event donated $3,600 to the Make-A-Wish foundation.

The Schedule Monday, July 12th, 2010 9:15 am - Registration 10:15am - Opening comments from the Make-A-Wish Team 10:20am - National Anthem 10:30am - Shotgun start 4:00 pm - Dinner and Awards 5:00 pm - Live Auction and Raffle	Player Registration/Sponsorships “Wish to Be” Sponsor ~ $400 Includes one foursome with listing in the event program “Wish to Have” Sponsor ~ $475 Includes one foursome with listing in the event program and one hole sponsor sign “Wish to Meet” Sponsor ~ $900 Includes all the above + practice round and overnight lodging (two rooms) for one night “Wish to Go” Sponsor ~ $1000 Includes all the above + 4 rounds of golf on the world famous Threetops par 3 golf course Hole Sponsor ~ $100 Includes your name on sign at a tee box and listing in the program Individual player sign ups welcome ~ $100 Download a printable entry form to mail or fax with payment
Contact Us For additional tournament information please contact Michael Rey at mrey@treetops.com or 989.731.8828

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Superintendent’s Revenge
18-hole Tournament - May 8, 2010
Get a foursome together and play the Mountain Ridge as you’ve never seen it. Our grounds crew will set the course to their liking: crazy pins, ’alternate’ tee boxes and other surprises throughout the course.

$50 registration fee includes 18 holes, box lunch, tee gift and prizes. Four Seasons Club members play for $35.

10 a.m. shotgun start.

Call (231) 378-2000 ext. 4000 to reserve your tee time today!

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Top amateur players from all over Michigan converge on the Heather Course at Boyne Highlands in an attempt to punch their ticket to the 99th Michigan Amateur.

This is an 18 hole qualifier with the number of qualifiers based on the number of entries.

The championship is scheduled for June 22-26, 2010 at Oakhurst Golf and Country  in Clarkston, MI.

For more information or to register on line please visit www.gam.org .  Entry deadline is April 26, 2010.

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Golf Demo Day | Saturday, May 29, 2010

10am-4pm, Crystal’s 10-acre Practice Center

Free Demos & Free Lessons! Get it right! Choose your next set of clubs with free help and advice from Crystal’s PGA Pros. Try before you buy! Test out the latest golf gear on our 10-acre Practice Center. Choose from all the big brand names - Callaway, Titleist, Cobra, Taylor Made, Tour Edge and more. Clubs designed for men, women and juniors (age 5+) are available. Try out any club and receive a custom fitting. New this year… Callaway Golf will provide fittings using the TRACKMAN fitting system.  Appointments are available every 30 minutes and MUST be made in advance. Free Lessons! Our PGA Professionals will also be giving free short game and full swing clinics every hour. Retail Savings! Be sure to stop by the Kinlochen Pro Shop for loads of great equipment and 20% off all apparel and shoes. Contests, prizes and more! The first hole-in-one wins a custom set of Callaway X-22 irons ($699 value). Second hole-in-one wins a Limited Golf Membership at Crystal Mountain. We’ll also have short game skills contest with prizes and giveaways, kids’ games, plus free hot dogs, pop and popcorn for everyone.

For more information, call the Pro Shop at 800.968.7686 ext. 4000.

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Come join us for the 17th annual Northern Michigan Transplant Golf Outing hosted by the Northern Michigan Transplant Support Group.

The outing supports the University of Michigan Transplant Center and Gift of Life Michigan. This event is open to the public and golfers of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Format for the outing is a four-person scramble.

The cost is $160.00 per team and is confirmed with a paid tee-time.

This event does fill up and tee-times are reserved on a first come, first served basis. A brown bag lunch and beverages are included.

Registration forms will be available at Pinecroft’s clubhouse once it opens or you can call Jim Cole at 231-651-0078 to register or for more information.

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Arrive: Friday, September 17, 2010
Depart: Sunday, September 19, 2010

Radio and television show host Bill Hobson of Michigan Golf Live, the state’s leading golf program, coordinates Saturday’s golf event complete with prize giveaways and a boxed lunch. Also includes unlimited golf on The Jewel, and private receptions on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Package Includes:

• Accommodations
• Breakfast and dinner daily
• Friday evening Welcome Reception
• Saturday evening reception
• Unlimited golf on The Jewel on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• Box lunch Saturday
• Special discount on ferry boat tickets
• No tipping within Grand Hotel

Package Price:

• $819 per couple
• $719 single

Stay Thursday, September 16 and/or Sunday, September 19, 2010 for $139* per room, per night.

Subject to Michigan 6% sales tax and a $7.50 per person baggage handling charge. Regular additional adult and children’s rates apply. *Dates subject to availability.

Visit Grand Hotel Website >>>>

Come join us for the 17th annual Northern Michigan Transplant Golf Outing hosted by the Northern Michigan Transplant Support Group.

The outing supports the University of Michigan Transplant Center and Gift of Life Michigan. This event is open to the public and golfers of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Format for the outing is a four-person scramble.

The cost is $160.00 per team and is confirmed with a paid tee-time.

This event does fill up and tee-times are reserved on a first come, first served basis. A brown bag lunch and beverages are included.

Registration forms will be available at Pinecroft’s clubhouse once it opens or you can call Jim Cole at 231-651-0078 to register or for more information.

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2010 Michigan PGA Women’s Open July 12-14

Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa is pleased to once again welcome some of the top players in women’s golf from througout Michigan and around the country to the Mountain Ridge course for the Michigan PGA Women’s Open July 12-14.

Michigan Women’s Open Pro-am - July 9-11

Includes 36 holes of golf, Friday night reception, Saturday and Sunday continental breakfast, Saturday night reception and dinner, prizes and more. $329 per person, lodging not included. Special lodging rates apply for Pro-Am participants. Register online or call Kara Mahoney at 800-968-7686 ext. 6607.

 
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18th Annual “We’re Open” Open on April 24th, 2010 at Treetops Resort

The Tournament
This 4-person scramble is an 18-hole event to kick off the season that offers your team the option of playing either the Fazio “Premier” Course or the Smith “Signature” Course. Gross and net prizes will be handed out based on the results from each course.

The Schedule
Saturday, April 24th, 2010
Noon - Shotgun Start

Exclusive Offers
Practice rounds with cart on any of our championship 18-hole courses are available to all “We’re Open” Open players for $35 per player, per round! This special offer is valid the day before and the day after the tournament.

Special lodging rates are available for $69 per night in the Inn and $99 in our Lodge.

Player Registration

$60 per player

The entry fee includes:

18 holes of golf
Keg on course, hors d’oeuvres & lunch
Tournament gift & prizes
Tournament T-shirt

Submit an entry form online

Download a printable entry form to mail or fax with payment

Contact Us

For additional tournament information please contact Alex Hughes at ahughes@treetops.com or 989.731.8824

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Saturday, May 29th, 2010 | 4 - 9 pm
Sponsored By: Michigan Brewers Guild		Join us for the 5th Annual Michigan Beer & Brat Festival to sample over 50 of Michigan’s finest microbrews, hard cider, specialty brats with a range of flavors from spicy jalapeno to tart cherry, giant Bavarian pretzels and live music by Rootstand! Held outdoors, slopeside at Crystal Mountain. Festival Admission: Only $5 per person Food and beverage tickets available for purchase. Must be 21+ to enter.

Live Entertainment - Rootstand!

Rootgrass, reggae, folk and blues. Listen at rootstand.com.

Lodging & Childcare • Michigan Beer & Brat Festival Package From $79* per adult, per night. Includes lodging, admission to the Festival, plus 10 beer and brat tickets. Book Online. • Birdies, Beers & Brats Package From $129* per adult, per night. Includes lodging, unlimited golf with cart, admission to the Festival, plus 10 beer and brat tickets. Book Online. Book your lodging online or call 800.968.7686 ext. 5100. *Rate based on double occupancy in hotel room accommodations. Some restrictions apply. • Childcare Program available during the festival, held at the Mountain Adventure Zone. Call ext. 7000 for reservations.

Breweries Include…
				More breweries to be announced.

Additional Weekend Actvities
The Michigan Beer & Brat Festival is certainly the highlight but just one of many activities during the holiday weekend. Both the Crystal Coaster alpine slide and Park at Water’s Edge are set to open (weather permitting). The Golf Practice Center will host the annual Golf Demo Day (Saturday, May 29th, 10am-4pm) featuring clubs from Callaway, Titleist, Cobra, Cleveland, and more, free clinics, games, food and prizes.

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	AUGUST 26-28 | CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN RESORT & SPA

		Enjoy one of golf’s finest weekends at Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa. Join legendary CBS golf commentator and author, Ben Wright and friends for a Four Seasons Club weekend highlighting all that is great about the game — camaraderie, sportsmanship and contest. Each two-person team will be partnered with another two-some and a PGA Professional. There are three opportunities to win; (1) Two-person best ball event, (2) Two best balls of five (can use pro’s), and (3) the top 10 two-person teams will qualify for the Champions Shoot-out sponsored by Callaway Golf. In addition, the professional in each group will be competing for a purse.
BEN WRIGHT			• $249 per Four Seasons Club Member • $299 per non-member USGA Handicap requested

INVITATIONAL INCLUDES: • Thursday Skills Challenge • Thursday Evening Dinner: “An Evening with Ben Wright” (Not included in package - $50 per person) • 36 holes of golf • Friday reception & dinner with Ben Wright • Saturday breakfast, lunch & hors d’oeuvres reception • Callaway Golf Shoot-out • Callaway Golf gift View complete schedule of events.

King’s Challenge, the Arnold Palmer golf course located north of The Homestead will re-open on Friday, July 10th for the first time this season since a group of local investors purchased the course on May 1st.

Since acquiring the course, significant changes have been made to the course’s entrance, parking areas and club house. And, with the help of Arnold Palmer’s Design folks and Wadsworth golf construction a few of the changes to the course which were originally planned for later this fall or early next spring are being done now.

Completion of a new cart barn is also underway. This new home for the carts will not only keep them safe from the northern weather, it will provide a venue for special events and private parties in the future.

As the first rounds are enjoyed by guests and local residents this next week, you can be sure that we are working to create some value-added packages which will include accommodations and meals at The Homestead with golf at King’s Challenge.

For now, rates are $70 per person for 18 hole with a cart. Twilight rates begin at 3pm when 18 holes with a cart will be $49 per person. Call 231.334.5900 for tee times.

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