This eighteen hole course is situated on land that was formerly an old family farm The course which was cut out of a forest features elevation changes of up to 140 feet The front nine is accented by the beauty of indigenous prairie grass and flowers while the back nine offers a picturesque view of the surrounding area There are two lakes that come into play on several holes as well as a creek that is found meandering through the back nine holes Golf Digest selected this course 2nd on its list of Best New Upscale Public Courses for 1998 The 5,487 yard men s tee also has a ladies course rating of 71.5 and a slope of 121