Quickly becoming a renowned wine destination, Traverse City boasts a wide range of cool-climate wines that pair perfectly with the exploding cuisine scene. The region’s two peninsulas, Leelanau and Old Mission, are both designated as American Viticultural Areas (AVA) with diverse microclimates uniquely suited for a variety of wine grapes. Among the internationally acclaimed varietals are Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc.
Pair all of this with the beauty of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and experience, firsthand, the Traverse City region which will have you yearning for more.
Throughout the month of May, enjoy lodging packages, tasting room specials, chef events, winemaker dinners, education and more. Visit Traverse City Uncorked‘s website for further information.
Play 36 holes of golf in a Ryder Cup format! The entire field of individual players and pairs will be divided into two teams, with their own team shirts and hats, for two days of friendly competition featuring proximity prizes and awards for the winner of the Crystal Cup. Scoring will be adjusted based on handicap.
Saturday, May 26: Four-ball match (best ball from each pair) on the Betsie Valley course beginning at 8 am.
Sunday, May 27: Singles matches on the Mountain Ridge course beginning at 8:30 am.
Crystal Cup players enjoy a full weekend of fun, including:
Friday, May 25 at 6:30pm: Pairings Party Saturday, May 26 from 4-8pm: Michigan Beer & Brat Festival. Crystal Cup participants receive admission. Sunday, May 27: Awards Reception at Kinlochen Plaza will immediately follow the end of play on Sunday.
Rate: $209 per person Limited Golf Member: $149 Four Seasons Club Member: $129
Registration closes May 1st. For more information, call (855) 972-9725 ext. 4000.