(EAST FALMOUTH, MA) – Falmouth Country Club – managed by Billy Casper Golf – has been designated a “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary” for its high standards protecting the environment and preserving the natural heritage of golf.
In attaining certification from the conservation group Audubon International, Falmouth’s 27-hole layout successfully maintains sound environmental practices in six key areas: environmental planning, wildlife and habitat management, outreach and education, chemical use reduction, water conservation, and water quality management.
“It’s important we provide golfers with healthy playing experiences,” says Bucky Hall, Golf Course Superintendent at Falmouth. “Working with Audubon International, our maintenance staff has a deep awareness of the course’s ecological impact on our surroundings.”
“We’re proud of all Billy Casper Golf courses enrolled in this prestigious program,” says Peter Hill, Chairman and CEO of BCG. “The leadership and agronomic teams at Falmouth – led by Matt Burgess, Bucky Hall and Maureen Hall – are commended for their steadfast commitment to create and maintain sound environmental practices.”
More than 90 percent of the 111 BCG courses are enrolled in the Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary program.
Following the Audubon International-approved steps for an environmentally-friendly golf course reduces waste and promotes efficient operations. An effective program results in a reduction of maintenance costs, including insurance premiums, energy, water, pesticides, fertilizer, equipment wear and labor.
Located in close proximity to the beaches, cranberry bogs and other natural wonders of Cape Cod, Falmouth Country Club is a challenging 27-hole, golf course open to the public year-round. Golfers walk and ride the 18-hole, par-72 “Championship Course,” or enjoy the nine-hole, par-37 “Talon Course.”
The sporty, 18-hole Championship Course is a “shot-makers” layout, rewarding golfers who keep their ball in play. Flat terrain with quiet, tree-lined fairways and sprays of beach grass garnishing bunkers, the course keeps golfers focused from tee-to-green with immaculate and undulating putting surfaces. Many flock to experience the signature, 516-yard, par-5 No. 10 hole that’s home to one of the largest Osprey nests regionally.
Falmouth Country Club has a fully-stocked golf shop and snack bar ensuring golfers are well-supplied and well-fed. A back patio overlooking the Talon Course enables golfers to enjoy relaxing, post-round beverages. There is seating for up to 60 people indoors and an additional tent area for up to 180 people, making the club an ideal location for social gatherings.
For more information about Falmouth or to reserve a tee time: www.falmouthcountryclub.com, 508.548.3211.
About Billy Casper Golf
Widely respected as a high-performance, full-service owner/operator of golf courses, BCG manages properties in 25 states and outside the U.S. The company provides turnkey club operations for public-agency and private owners, developers and investors. Founded 20 years ago in cooperation with golf legend Billy Casper, BCG is based in Vienna, VA with regional offices strategically convenient to courses’ locales.
BCG’s best-of-breed infrastructure shows clients favorable returns on investments. Critically-acclaimed by industry leaders and media, BCG economies of scale help daily-fee, municipal, resort and private courses make and save money while delivering a personal touch.
Buffalo Communications – a division of BCG – is America’s foremost golf-specialty publicity, media-relations and marketing-communications agency. In addition to creating PR and implementing programs for BCG courses, Buffalo represents many of golf’s top brands (products, resorts, destinations and communities) worldwide.
For more information about Billy Casper Golf/Buffalo Communications, www.billycaspergolf.com, www.buffalocommunications.com, 703.761.1444.
About Audubon International
Audubon International is a non-profit environmental organization with a mission to improve the quality of life and environment through research, education and conservation assistance. The organization developed the ASCP – endorsed by the United States Golf Association – to provide information and guidance to help facilities preserve and enhance wildlife habitats and protect natural resources. Golf courses from the United States, Europe, Australia and Southeast Asia have also achieved certification in the program.
Contact:
Nick Lashinsky
Billy Casper Golf / Buffalo Communications
703.891.3324
nlashinsky@billycaspergolf.com
www.buffalocommunications.com
www.billycaspergolf.com
