Cross Country Skiing Comes to Brookline!

Cross-Country Skiing Comes to Brookline!
After three snow-less years, Mother Nature blessed us this year with a fabulous base of snow for our Nordic sports program.  Three years ago, the golf course invested in a groomer and ski equipment, and we have finally been able to put it into use!

Starting with the first storm in December, we were able to fully realize our objective of becoming a year-round recreational facility, with sufficient snow to launch our cross-country ski program. Trails are open to the community at no charge, and ski equipment packages are available for rent in the pro shop. This new program has been enthusiastically received by both novice and experienced skiers from Brookline and the surrounding communities, with over 800 people to date enjoying skiing through the property on two km of beautifully groomed trails.  Next year, once the construction on the golf course is complete, we will expand our snow sports program to offer over seven km of groomed trails.

In addition to skiing, snow-shoeing is also available, both on the course as well as through marked trails in our new Putterham Woods area.  Snowshoes are available for rent in the pro shop. The pro shop is open daily from 9 to 4, with last ski and snowshoe rentals going out at 3. If you haven’t yet enjoyed a sunny winter day on the course, we invite you to come on down!

Construction Update

The Golf Course Construction project has been steadily moving forward through these tough winter conditions.  Believe it or not, we don’t think this project could have been done in any other weather.  The frozen ground has been a blessing, and something that hasn’t been part of our previous winters.

The crew has wrapped up much of the excavation on holes, 3,4, and 6 now.  Recently they have been working on hole 8, removing the old culvert that was on the right side of the hole.  The team still has to remove a large section of the culvert that crosses the approach on 8.  They are saving that for last, once the main channel is done.  The changes on 8 will be major in nature, and breathtaking, but most importantly we believe significantly functional.  The team recently relocated the cart path from the right side of the hole to the left side!

Now the team has turned their attention to ground zero, the Main Channel.  The Main Channel is located behind the driving range and runs from 3 green all the way to the forward tee on hole 7.  This body of water is the primary focus of the project.  The area by 3 green will become significantly wider and have the ability to store and process significantly more water.

To see the latest updates on construction, please follow along on Instagram for our construction updates!

Employee Spotlight – Duncan Smith

Heading up Brookline Golf Course’s instructional program is PGA professional Duncan Smith. Duncan has 25 years of experience playing golf and 15 years of experience teaching the game. Originally from Manchester, England, Duncan moved to South Florida to attend college on a golf scholarship. He is also the Director of Instruction at Woodlands Country Club in Fort Lauderdale.

Duncan still teaches in Florida over the winter (can you blame him?) but will be returning to Brookline in early April, and will be available for lessons for the balance of the golf season. Experienced and novice golfers alike note that Duncan is easily approachable and encouraging in his teaching style.  Regardless of your age or ability, he can help you elevate your game.  For videos, tips, and a free online lesson, follow Duncan on Instagram here.

Friends of Putterham

The Friends of Putterham is an organization of community members who are interested in the promotion, improvement, access, and sustainability of the Brookline Golf Course, otherwise known as Putterham.  This newly formed non-profit has been busy establishing the foundation-level pieces needed for fund-raising and communication.  A website, now in development, will function as the hub for all future information.

If you’d like to learn more and receive updates about the Friends of Putterham, fill out the form below to be added to their email list.  Additionally, if you have questions or wish to make a donation, please email friendsofputterham@gmail.com.

Bloomin’ and Movin’ 2026 – Save the Date!

Join us at the Brookline Golf Course on Saturday, March 21st to kick off spring with our Bloomin’ & Movin’ community event. This free family-friendly event offers something for everyone – exercise classes for all ages, a walking path through the property, crafts activities for the kids, and free wildflower seeds for spring planting.  Additionally, Hemlock Grill will be open with new brunch and lunch specials.  Mark your calendar for March 21st.  More info to follow as it gets closer.

Hemlock Grill to Reopen in March

After closing for the winter, Hemlock Grill will be back in action in early March.  Over the winter, the golf course invested in several improvements to the clubhouse including refinishing the interior walls of the restaurant as well as all the windows undergoing a historical preservation process.  Hemlock will be back in March with exciting new menu items and we look forward to once again offering an on-site dining experience to our guests. For updates and mouth-watering photos, follow Hemlock Grill on Instagram here.