Don Herfort

New Richmond, WI

New Richmond Golf Club operates an 18-hole Old Course in New Richmond, Wisconsin, about 30 miles northeast of St. Paul, along with a separate nine-hole reversible Links course. The Old Course traces its roots to a club founded in the 1920s, with a front nine originally laid out by Willie Kidd and a back nine added in 1982 by Don Herfort. The Willow River winds through several holes on the front nine, creating a water-and-woods stretch that longtime members refer to as their version of Amen Corner. The club functions as semi-private, offering member programs alongside public tee times, and includes an extensive practice facility.

Rhinelander, WI

Northwood Golf Club is an 18-hole municipal golf course in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, operated for the residents of Rhinelander and Oneida County. The course was designed by Minneapolis-based architect Don Herfort and opened in 1989, using the area's natural rock outcroppings and rolling terrain typical of the Wisconsin Northwoods. From the back tees the course plays 6,724 yards to a par of 72. The clubhouse includes a full restaurant and bar, and the club runs a busy summer schedule of leagues, junior programs, and social events. Northwood is open to public play year-round during the golf season, with resident and non-resident rate structures, and is located a few miles west of Rhinelander near the Pelican River and Wisconsin River.

Eagle River, WI

Eagle River Golf Course is a municipally owned, 18-hole course in the Northwoods town of Eagle River, Wisconsin, surrounded by forest and lakes typical of the region. The course opened with nine holes in 1923, predating the city's incorporation, and an additional nine holes were added in 1988 when architect Don Herfort redesigned and expanded the layout. It features narrow, tree-lined fairways, strategically bunkered greens, and water hazards throughout. Eagle River is open to the public with tee times available through the pro shop. Practice facilities include a grass driving range, putting green, chipping area, and practice bunker. The course operates seasonally from spring through fall.

Coon Rapids, MN

Bunker Hills is a city-owned public facility in Coon Rapids with 27 holes across the North, East and West nines plus a nine-hole executive course. David Gill designed the original 18 in 1968 and Joel Goldstrand added the third nine in 1989. The club hosted the 1976 USGA Public Links, the Senior PGA Tour from 1993 through 2000 and many Minnesota State Opens, and it is home to the Minnesota PGA offices and Hall of Fame.

Kasota, MN

Shoreland Country Club sits between St. Peter and Kasota, overlooking Lake Emily and the Minnesota River Valley. Established in 1925, it is a shareholder-owned, semi-private 18-hole, par-69 course with public tee times. It is short by modern standards, but the mix of holes and lake views keeps it interesting.

New Franken, WI

Royal Scot Golf Club is an 18 hole par 72 public course in New Franken, Wisconsin, designed by Don Herfort and opened in 1971. The traditional layout features a beautiful environment with water coming into play on 10 of the 18 holes. The course is known for its bent grass greens and a fully irrigated practice facility. It was originally built as a private club before transitioning to a public facility.

Rush City, MN

Bulrush Golf Course is a public 18-hole facility with a par of 72 located in Rush City, Minnesota. The course was designed by architect Mike Morley and opened for play in 2002 on a site featuring bent grass tees, fairways, and greens. Bulrush offers a regulation layout that measures nearly 7,000 yards from the back tees. The course is known for its excellent maintenance and provides a challenging round with a slope rating of 137. The facility includes a driving range and a short game area for players to practice their skills. During the winter months, the club offers golf simulators for indoor play. The on-site Rush Hour Bar and Grill provides a comfortable atmosphere for members and guests to relax after completing their rounds.

Cambridge, MN

Purple Hawk Golf Club is a public 18-hole, par 72 course located north of the Twin Cities. It was designed by Don Herfort and is situated on the east side of Long Lake. The course features wide fairways, numerous water hazards, and generous greens.

Battle Lake, MN

Balmoral Golf Course is a public 18-hole, par-72 course in Battle Lake, MN, designed by Arnold Hemquist. It opened in 1961. The course features tree-lined fairways, and it is located in the Ottertail Lake Area.

Deerwood, MN

Cuyuna Rolling Hills is an 18-hole public course located in Deerwood, Minnesota. The original layout dates back to 1923 and was later designed by Harry Middlebrook and Don Herfort. It plays to a par of 72 and stretches to 6,388 yards from the championship tees. The course runs through northern woods and features uneven uphill, downhill, and side-hill lies throughout the terrain. Hole 9 plays to an elevated green with water in front, while hole 17 is a downhill par 3 that closes out the back nine. Practice amenities include a driving range and a putting green.

Sauk Centre, MN

Greystone Golf Club in Sauk Centre, MN, is a public 18-hole course designed by Tom Lehman. The course opened in 2000 and features a Scottish links style with rolling terrain and water features. It offers four teeing areas with total yardages ranging from 5395 to 7059 yards.

Aberdeen, SD

Lee Park Golf Course is a municipal 18-hole facility in Aberdeen that has been in operation since 1933. The par-71 layout measures 6,429 yards and features tree-lined fairways and four sets of tees to suit different skill levels. The property includes a full driving range, a putting green, and a short game practice area. During the winter months from November to April, the facility offers indoor golf simulators. The course is located in the heart of Lee Park and is managed by a PGA professional.