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A Brand New Day at Whittaker Woods

"We envision Whittaker Woods as the gateway to pure Michigan golf, in the literal sense of its location and in the figurative sense of the special, memorable experience we will offer all our guests," says GolfVisions Vice President Tim Miles, Jr.

An 18-hole championship course that plays 7,072 yards from the tips, Whittaker Woods was designed by the late Ken Killian, the architect behind Kemper Lakes.

"Whittaker Woods is one of the highlights of Ken Killian's fantastic career," says Tim Miles, Sr., President of GolfVisions. "He used his talents here to create this marvelous golf course that meanders through woodlands and meadows, across streams and marshes. GolfVisions is proud to have the opportunity to reestablish Whittaker Woods as the premier golf course in southwest Michigan and northeast Indiana."

Like many upscale tracks of the modern era, Whittaker Woods is formidable enough to challenge the most avid golfers, yet features multiple tee placements allowing golfers of all abilities to have fun. Indeed, the course plays under 5,000 yards from the front tees and has been lauded for offering "great, playable golf for everyone."

Remarkably, spectacular golf is only part of the draw.

"The clubhouse is remarkable and worth the trip in and of itself," says Miles, Sr. "It has the woodwork and stonework you'd expect from its origins as a 1920s farmhouse and an amazing and eclectic assortment of memorabilia, collectibles and sculpture displayed inside and out. Golfers and visitors will enjoy a full bar and a terrific dining atmosphere with delicious fare and friendly hospitality. Then there's the stunning banquet facility, Fairway Hall, which can accommodate groups up to 500."

GolfVisions has tapped 25-year industry veteran Steve Dell for the General Manager role at Whittaker Woods. "Joining GolfVisions and taking the helm at Whittaker Woods represents an exciting opportunity," says Dell. "I look forward to keeping up the great tradition that Whittaker Woods' ownership put in place here while taking the facility to the next level."

One initiative that will extend Whittaker Woods to more golfers is already taking shape, and that is an adjustment to the rate structure. GolfVisions will retain bench rates but will roll out twilight, senior and shoulder-season rates as well as a series of specials throughout the season.

GolfVisions has grown steadily over the last decade in a golf market that increasingly favors the company's creative and disciplined approach. GolfVisions operates via lease or management agreement nine other public courses in the Chicago area. Customer surveys confirm GolfVisions' facilities represent exceptional value relative to market niche and price point. For more information, visit www.golfvisions.net.

GolfVisions
Cathy Ralston, 847/651-0106