Forest Akers Golf Courses at Michigan State University

Facility Amenities:

• Grass Tees (65-85)
• Bays with Mats (65)
• Accurate Yardage Measurements on Tees to Targets
• Short Game Practice Area
• Lighting for Night Use
• Grass Putting Green
• Covered Areas
• Heated Bays (23)
• Golf Shop (2,000 Sq. Ft.)
• Food & Beverage
• Use of ipads for video
• JC Video system
• V1 Video system

Type of Range Targets:

• Flags
• Bunkers
• Built-up Greens
• Fairway Cuts

Instruction provided.

Number of PGA Professionals: 6

Clubfitting services provided.

Number of range balls dispensed on range per year: 3.3 Million

Number of range balls in inventory: 800,000 – 1,000,000

New balls are acquired: Every year

Best range promotion: Holiday range card special: Buy a par club ($49) and get $79 range card.

Special programs:

• Golf classes through Michigan State University to get the students more involved in golf
• Programs for international community to promote golf
• Sparrow Hospital Adaptive Program to assist people with disabilities to get more involved in golf
• Clinics for local corporations to get the employees out to the golf course.