When Effie Wilson and Earl Simpson settled in Jackson Hole in the 1930s, golf was undoubtedly the last thing on their mind when they began ranching the  land that in approximately 75 years would become 3 Creek Ranch Golf Club. Those who lived on the property throughout the years recognized the incredible beauty, wildlife and fishing habitat around them and did their best to protect and preserve these attributes for future generations.
In 2003 when Rees Jones first looked at the landscape he would mold into 3 Creek, he immediately recognized this tract of land would need to be treated with incredible care and respect. Working his magic, he turned the landscape into a piece of artwork, framed by the spectacular beauty of the Teton and Gros Ventre Ranges.
 This summer 3 Creek will celebrate its 10th anniversary on August 15th. Over the past 10 years the Club has grown as a community, as a facility and expanded its sustainable practices to preserve and protect our beautiful valley. With over 200 members, it is quickly approaching its goal of becoming the only member-owned club in the valley.
Today, the Club in addition to golf and tennis, offers its members a state-of-the-art fitness center and pool, a Nordic track and the only private ski-in ski-out club at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, located across from the Aerial Tram. The summer long Camp 3 Creek for kids along with a wide variety of outdoor, cultural and educational opportunities provides the members with endless activities throughout the year.
Members consistently say their Club is a community of friends and family, and that some of their closest friendships have been created at 3 Creek. It is also a community that understands the importance of supporting the organizations that provide programming, educational opportunities and so much more to Jackson Hole.
This year the Club will host the 3rd annual Rees Jones Invitational Tournament on August 23rd and 24th benefitting the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole. Over the last two years, 3 Creek has raised over $75,000 for the Foundation and this year has announced its commitment of $50,000 for 2015.
Here is a look back at the history of 3 Creek:
2003:
· 3 Creek Ranch Club concept was finalized and construction of the golf course began with 15 members.
2004:
· Construction continued
2005:
· Golf course opened on July 14th with 70 players
· The first hole in one occurred on July 28th
· Grand Opening celebration was held on August 18th with 90 members. The golf tournament was rained out, but Lyle Lovett entertained one and all.
· Awards:
o #1 course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
o America’s 100 Premier properties, Links Magazine
o Best New Golf Course in the World #2 by Travel & Leisure Golf
2006:
· Golf Teaching Center opened
· Awards:
o Nominated 2006 Best Private Courses, Golf Digest
o #1 Course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
o Land Stewardship Award Designation & Merit Award, American Society of Landscape Architects
o Top Ten New Places Everyone Is Talking About, Golf Magazine Living
o Top 50 Best New Golf Courses #14, Golfweek
o American’s 100 Premiere Properties, Links Magazine
2007:
· Clubhouse opened
· Fitness and aquatics center opened
· Tennis program launched
· Awards:
o #1 Course In Wyoming, Golf Digest
o Telly Award for Virtual Golf Tour Video
o Top 5 Best New Private Golf Courses, Golf Digest
o America’s 100 Premier Properties, Links Magazine
2008:
· Member services and concierge program launched
· Camp 3 Creek and The Yurt created
· Awards:
o #1 Course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
o Top Ten Best Golf Communities in the US, Travel & Leisure Golf
o America’s 100 Premier Properties, Links Magazine
o Top Mountain Golf Community, Mountain Living
2009:
· Poolside grill service began
· Director of Tennis hired
· Nordic track opens
· Awards:
o #1 Course of Wyoming, Golf Digest
o Top 100 Best Residential Golf Courses, #35, Golfweek
o Top 20 Best of the Best Links Premier Properties, Links Magazine
2010:
· Ice skating/hockey rinks opens
· Awards:
o #1 Course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
o Top 100 Best Residential Courses, #33, Golfweek
2011:
· Children’s fishing program begins
· Full-time valet service
· Awards:
o #1 Course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
2012:
· North and south practice tee rebuilt and expanded
· Group fitness classes and personal training
· 3 Creek Ski Club established at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
· Awards:
o #1 Course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
o World’s Top 1000 Golf Courses, The Rolex
o Dan Tolson selected as Top 10 finalist for National Golf Course Superintendent of the year Award.
2013:
· Inaugural Rees Jones Invitational Tournament for the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole.
· Cutthroat Invitational featured in PGA Magazine as one of the best tournaments in the U.S.
· Installation of platform tennis courts
· All developer lots sold
· Awards:
o #1 Golf Course in Wyoming, Golf Digest
o Director of Golf Greg Glover awarded Teacher of the Year in Wyoming PGA and Merchandiser of the Year in the Rocky Mountain Section PGA
o Golf shop named one of the Top 100 shops in the country by the Association of Golf Merchandisers
2014:
· Awards:
o Dan Tolson receives Certified Golf Course Superintendent recognition
o Greg Glover awarded Teacher of the Year for Rocky Mountain Section PGA
o Golf Shop recognized as one of the Top 100 Golf Shops in the U.S. by the Association of Golf Merchandisers
“We look forward to celebrating this special anniversary with our club members and community,” said Chad Becker, General Manager & Chief Operating Officer. “The founders, members and staff of 3 Creek Ranch Golf Club should be proud the Club has developed into a spectacular golf course, but more importantly, it has become a year-round, full-service club that understands the importance of community, family and friendship.”
To learn more about 3 Creek Ranch Golf Course, its amenities and membership, please contact Jill Moberg, Membership & Marketing Sales Director at 307.732.8921.
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