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    • Grand Traverse Resort and Spa - Bear

    Grand Traverse Resort and Spa - Bear

    100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Williamsburg, Michigan, 49690

    Holes 18 Par 72 Length 7078 yards
    Slope 148 Rating 76.3

    Contact: To contact the Pro Shop, call 231-534-6470. About Us Welcome to The Bear, every bit the animal it was when Jack Nicklaus first unleashed the course on June 17, 1985. Celebrated as one of the toughest 18 holes in Michigan, The Bear was ranked as the 18th toughest course in America, according to Golf Digest. This beautiful course offers the best of Traverse City golf and regularly stands out as a top golf course in Michigan. Nicklaus’ signature design features Scottish terraced fairways, tiered greens, deep grassy roughs, moguls and mounds, and deep pot bunkers. With rolling land, trees, lakes, streams, fruit orchards, and a variety of wildlife, The Bear features a mixture of different elements golfers rarely see on one course. This is northern Michigan golf at its finest. PROUD TO BEAR THE NAME The Bear’s name is a tribute to its designer, Jack Nicklaus, whose trademark blonde hair earned him the nickname “the Golden Bear.” Born in 1940, Jack Nicklaus is a legend both as a player and a course designer. His competitive career spanned five decades, including 18 professional major championship titles. He is the only player in history to have won each of the game’s majors at least three times, and is the only player to have completed the career “Grand Slam” on both the regular and senior tours.

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    • Metal spikes allowed: No
    • Credit cards accepted: VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
    • Dress Code: Slacks, shorts and collared shirts are permitted. Denim, tee shirts and cut off shorts are not allowed.

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    • Carts: Yes - included in green fees
    • Clubs: Yes

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    • Driving range: Yes
    • Pitching/chipping area: Yes
    • Putting green: Yes
    • Teaching pro: Yes

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