Any updates about the Old School course?
Below is the press release from yesterday announcing their new putting course, "The Old Wagon." I'm a huge fan of PC and it's great to see them adding a putting course to go along with the Horse course, especially since they are both so close to the clubhouse.
http://www.theprairieclub.com/the-old-wagon-introduction.newsJanuary 9, 2015
Good things can come in smaller packages, and that is exactly the case with the newest putting course at The Prairie Club, dubbed "The Old Wagon", and designed by Dunes Course co-architect Chris Brands.
Situated just beneath the Pines Course's 18th green and a mere hundred yards from the Lodge, The Old Wagon stretches nearly 150 yards of pristine canyon rim. Its unique design weaves up and down the dramatic ledge of the Snake River canyon. Over an acre in size, The Old Wagon will have room for up to 12 holes, which golfers will be able to play in a 'suggested' routing, or create their own routing--very similar to the Horse Course design philosophy. And with many spots where the green is built right next to the ledge of the canyon, this may be the first time you have ever lost a ball putting!
The grass will be the same T1/Alpha blend that we have used on all of our other greens at The Prairie Club. If the weather cooperates the rest of this winter and spring, we anticipate an opening date of early August, though many factors can affect this timeline.
The name "The Old Wagon" was given in honor of a pioneer-era wagon trail named The Old Wagon Road that cuts through the heart of The Prairie Club's land. The road was used by westward-bound gold rushers, and its ruts are still visible in a few areas.
Our vision for this project was to create a one-of-a-kind fun and challenging putting course for all of our members and guests. With its close proximity to the Caprock Lounge and patio, anyone can walk down and play as they enjoy an evening beverage, watch the sunset, and listen to Tom Denham play his familiar bagpipe tunes.
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