Q & A on Golf Groups I
f you are looking for your next great golf and meeting get- away, look no further than the Midwest. Midwest Meetings asked Director of Golf, Dave Harner, some questions relating to how French Lick Resort handles group golf meetings: 1. What are some of the unique themes and ideas that you have incorporated into corporate golf outings? We have done some really unique programs with our outings.
For example, we did a southwest theme for a casino player outing, we had a mariachi band at the clubhouse, bottomless margaritas on the patio, we had a real live burro/donkey at the fi rst tee (with his own sombrero) and all the players and groups had photos tak- en with him, all the décor was dessert themed.
Another unique example was a college alumni event with a basketball theme (it was a school located nearby with a VERY highly regarded basketball program. We incorporated a free throw contest wherein each player at the turn was given two attempts and were able to deduct strokes for free throws made. On one of our long par threes with a big difference between regular and for- ward tees, we allowed the men players to hit from the forward tees if they dressed in cheerleader costumes and posed for a picture. We have done similar exciting and unique events with football themes, NASCAR themes, and geared special contest as ways to earn strokes, and most of all to make the experience memorable. 2. Should there be inclement weather during a planned golf outing, what do you do to entertain the attendees instead? We are very fortunate that we have a variety of other resort activities and amenities for our guests at the Resort in case of rain or inclement weather. We have bowling, spa, casino and other activities. We can host a slot tournament at no cost to the competitors, where the high point total winners get prizes. We
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also have an indoor golf facility where we can do demonstrations, swing analysis, lessons/clinics, etc… of course it never rains on our course. 3. What do you do when you have planned a golf outing for a specifi c number of people but more show up? We fi nd that usually it goes the other way, but we are always very accommodating to additional add-ons. We have added four- somes, and rearranged teams to accommodate last minute guests without making teams unfair, etc. 4. What sets your course apart from other standard golf courses? We are not only a golf facility, but also a full resort destination with something truly for everyone. Non-playing spouses and children love our variety of resort amenities and activities including junior golf programs, nightlife, dining options, bowling, spa, casino, horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking trails as well as great room accommodations. We pride ourselves on being a full service and fun fi lled resort for golfers and non-golfers alike. 5. How can attendees benefi t from the exposure of a golf outing? I think that many golf outings give an opportunity for compa- nies to build relationships in a memorable and fun environment. If you look at the exposure a golf outing gives, especially when you are able to select who participates, and who is paired with whom, it gives a great leg up on the competition.
French Lick Resort is a $500 million historic restoration project set upon 3,000 acres of scenic grounds. It encompasses both the French Lick Springs Hotel and the West Baden Springs Hotel, located about a mile apart. Both have been fully restored to their original sophistication and luxury, features 115,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and 51,000 sq. ft. of gaming space. For more information, visit
www.frenchlick.com.
MIDWEST MEETINGS SPRING 2013
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