Golf Course Development
Associations and Federations
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Golf Course Builders Association of America
A nonprofit trade association of the world's foremost golf course builders and leading suppliers to the golf course construction industry. It is the only organization in the world organized by and for golf course builders, and the only organization that represents the interests of the golf course construction industry.
The association endeavors to provide comprehensive programs and services to construction contractors and specialists in regard to the changing regulations and technology for golf course construction.
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National Golf Course Owners Association
Provides owners with the tools they need to succeed in the complex and competitive golf business. Their success ensures that the playing fields continue to meet the demands of passionate golfers across the globe.
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Royal Canadian Golf Association
Promotes participation in and a passion for the game while protecting its traditions and integrity. Provides research related to the golf industry. Available for purchase on their website are publications on golf course participation.
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The Canadian Society of Club Managers
The national professional society for individuals involved in the club management profession in Canada. A resource for those interested in the club management profession in Canada.
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The Golf Management Institute of Canada
Offers specialized educational programs to the golf industry and its labour force throughout Canada and the world.
Product Development
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American Society of Golf Course Architects
A non-profit organization comprised of leading golf course designers in North America. Its members are actively involved in the design of new courses and the renovation of older courses.
The Society provides publications related to design and construction of a golf course - that can be ordered online.
A Developer's Handbook contains useful articles related to golf course development. See:
Research
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Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Recreation [17 pages]
Located on their website are a number of publications with information from the Canadian Travel Survey, International Travel Survey and the Travel Activities and Motivation Survey.
After accessing the website, under the heading:
Travel Activities and Motivation Survey look for:- Interest in Golf Profile Report [TAMS]
Other Resources
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Canada's Largest Golf Community & Resource Website
Includes a directory for golf related products and services in Canada. Geared toward golfers and golf businesses looking to enhance their golf related products and services to golfers in Canada.
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Provides links to golf-related websites across the world, product reviews, course reviews, course guides and various other resources. A portion of their website is dedicated to the business of golf, where developers can find the latest news and developments from the business side of the game.
