Shannon Smith
Benton Harbor, MI (USA)
Role(s):
Manager/Supervisor
Blossom Trails Golf Club
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Location:
Benton Harbor
Industry:
Recreation
Year Founded:
1979
Number Employees:
10-50 people
Description:
Blossom Trails Golf Club history begins in the late 1950's with the Graber Family when they asked Bruce Matthews to design and create a golf course on what used to be just farm and field. The front 9-hole regulation and Par-3 9-hole course was finished in 1957 to be followed by the back nine in 1961. They didn't stop there and went on to add lights to the Par-3 course and Driving Range in 1963. The course was sold in 1970 to Gaylon "Tex" and Aurora Simon who operated it until 1986. Tim and Jo Ann Smith bought the course and have continued to keep "The Trails" family owned & operated to present. "Our goal is to keep the sport of golf available to the average income family", says Tim Smith, "We believe a family that plays together, stays together." Southwest Michigan hosts many golf courses but Blossom Trails is one of the only that has an environment friendly to the whole family. The regulation 18-hole course provides a challenge to the experienced golfer and is still friendly enough for the beginner. The Par-3 course serves as a great place to learn the game of golf and is ideal for families to have an afternoon of golfing fun followed up with a great meal in the clubhouse restaurant. The practice range, sand trap and putting greens allow fine tuning for any level player's game. The clubhouse features outdoor seating, indoor air-conditioned seating, a full bar and restaurant.