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September 2026
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There’s something about fall that makes golfers want to squeeze every last drop out of the season. Maybe it’s the cooler temperatures, the changing colors, or that unmistakable feeling that winter is waiting just around the corner. Whatever the reason, fall is when we start thinking about where we’ve been, where we still want to go, and – most importantly – where we’re going to play next. That’s exactly what we had in mind when putting together this issue of Midwest Golfing Magazine.
Our cover story takes us to one of the most remarkable golf destinations in the country: Big Cedar Golf in the Southwest Missouri Ozarks. With courses designed by some of the biggest names in the game and an atmosphere that blends world-class golf with an unforgettable resort experience, Big Cedar has become much more than a golf trip – it’s a destination golfers need to experience for themselves. And with the addition of Cliffhangers, the excitement surrounding Big Cedar continues to reach new heights.
From Missouri, we head west to Mesquite, Nevada, for a look at Wolf Creek, a course that has earned a reputation for being as visually dramatic as it is challenging. Then we travel back to the Midwest to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Island Resort & Casino, where golf continues to evolve with the opening of the new nine-hole Cedar Course, which began preview play this August. It’s another reason to put Island Resort & Casino on your golf-travel radar.
Speaking of new, Breezy Point Resort near Brainerd, Minnesota, is poised to open two par-3 experiences – Ace Valley Golf & Social Club and Tradition 10 – in the summer of 2027. Editor-in-Chief Glen Turk prepared a preview article as he looks forward to visiting the property this fall.
And if you’re already thinking about escaping the Midwest beyond Mesquite this winter, we have you covered. Brunswick Islands, North Carolina, offers a compelling mix of coastal scenery, laid-back Southern charm, and plenty of golf, while Las Vegas National provides a fascinating look at a historic Las Vegas course that has played an important role in the city’s golf story.
We also return to Northern Michigan for a journey through BOYNE Golf, one of the Midwest’s most enduring and impressive golf destinations. Add in our Business Profile on PXG, the latest news and happenings in Chip Shots, another insightful Pro Page with Daniel Romero, plus our never duplicated 21st Annual Editor’s Choice Awards, and we think this Fall Issue offers something for every golfer.
So as the leaves begin to turn and another golf season starts winding down, don’t look at fall as the end. Look at it as the beginning of planning your next great golf adventure.
Make Some Birdies,
~ Jay Royle, Publisher
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Free Golf Community Buyer's Guide: What to Know Before Buying a Home on a Golf Course
Buying a home in a golf community is one of the bigger lifestyle decisions a golfer can make, and it comes with more moving parts than most people expect. To help buyers sort it out, GolfCommunityLiving.com has launched The Golf Community Buyer's Guide, a free 30-page download for anyone looking at a primary home, retirement home, or second home in a golf community.
The core message is that you are not just buying a house. You are joining a club with its own bylaws, its own budget, and its own list of fees, not to mention a neighborhood full of people who take pace of play very seriously. Plenty of buyers spend weeks picking out tile and almost no time looking at whether the club can pay its bills. The guide aims to reverse those priorities.
"A lot of buyers fall for the fairway view and then get hit with a capital assessment they never saw coming," said [Name], Publisher of GolfCommunityLiving.com. "The sales office handles the sunset and the clubhouse tour. Our guide handles the questions they would rather you didn't ask."
What the Golf Community Buyer's Guide Covers
The guide lays out the full buying process in straightforward terms, including:
* Due diligence tools, with a printable checklist and a yearly budget worksheet
* The five common types of golf communities and how to pick the right fit
* How equity and non-equity golf memberships differ, in plain English
* The true cost of ownership, from initiation fees and monthly dues to food minimums, assessments, and late-surfacing charges
* How to read club financial statements and spot a golf community in decline
* Lot selection tips, including which homes take errant golf balls and which stay peaceful
* Ten must-ask questions before you sign a contract
Who Should Download the Guide
* Retirees and pre-retirees planning a move to a golf community
* Second home buyers eyeing Florida, the Carolinas, Arizona, or the desert Southwest
* Buyers who plan to rent out their home part-time and need the rules on rentals and membership transfers
* Golf couples who want a membership that fits two players
* Active adults relocating for the golf and social lifestyle
* Anyone who has toured a golf community, loved it, and wants a second opinion before making an offer
* Why Golf Community Buyers Need Due Diligence
Golf community homes carry long-term costs and risks that don't show up on a listing sheet. Dues tend to rise over time, clubs get sold, and a course closure can drag down values for homes along the course. The good news is that most of those problems leave clues in advance. The guide shows buyers where to find them and what to ask, so they can tell a well-run club from one that is running out of runway.
Because GolfCommunityLiving.com doesn't sell real estate or memberships, the guide is completely independent and doesn't favor any community. It reads like advice from a buddy who has toured more golf communities than he can count and actually read the HOA fine print -- without making you hear about his last round.
About GolfCommunityLiving.com
GolfCommunityLiving.com is an independent resource for buyers researching golf communities across the United States. The site publishes community profiles, buyer's guides, and candid coverage of memberships, fees, and the golf community lifestyle. It is part of the GolfTrips.com network of golf travel sites.
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