Whistling Straits

2013 GRAA Top 50 Golf Range / Public Facilities

Whistling Straits

Michael O'Reilly, PGA Head Golf Professional

N8501 Country Road LS

Sheboygan, WI 53083

http://www.americanclubresort.com

mike.oreilly@kohler.com

Facility Amenities:

  • Grass tees (60)
  • Accurate yardage measurements on tees to targets
  • Short game practice area
  • Grass Putting Green
  • Golf shop (1,600 sq. ft.)
  • Food & beverage

Type of Range Targets:

  • Flags
  • Bunkers
  • Fairway cuts

Instruction provided.

Number of PGA Professional Instructors: 6

Clubfitting services provided.

Number of range balls dispensed per year: 1,500,000

Number of range balls in inventory: 10,000

New balls are acquired: Annually

Best range promotion: We offered Kohler Co employees (Kohler Company owns Whistling Straits) the opportunity to purchase season long range passes at a discounted price. The normal fee is $300 for the season but Kohler Co. associates only pay $200. This adds value to their employment while driving additional revenue to our facility.

Special programs: We host several community programs including junior, high school, and college golf, much of which is provided complimentary. We also hold women’s clinics and First Tee events throughout the year.