Down To Earth Partners with GCSAA To Complete Dunedin Golf Club Major Restoration

Down To Earth

For Immediate Release

Donald Ross referred to this course, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, as his “masterpiece.” Dunedin Golf Club was the home of America’s PGA from 1945 to 1962 and the site of the first PGA Merchandise Show in 1954.

Over the years, the course became tired, underwent various renovations, and lost much of the strategic shot values for which Ross was known. This included original green complexes shrinking by 35–50%, an irrigation system in constant disrepair, fairways featuring a combination of various Bermuda varieties, and greens composed of MiniVerde and numerous other species. Additionally, there were severe drainage issues. The course was ripe for restoration.

To bring the course back to Ross’s original vision, GCSAA member Kris Spence collaborated with Stantec Engineering and contractor TDI Golf. Completing the team responsible for executing the project was Dennis Swander of maintenance provider Down To Earth.

Dunedin is now one of Florida’s top municipal courses, visited by golfers and course architecture aficionados alike. The course also received the award for Best Public Renovation by Golf Inc. This restoration stands as a true tribute to Ross. Down To Earth is honored to have been an integral part of this historic project.