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In 1968, noted local golf
architect, Pete Craig put the finishing touches on what was then
Rochester's newest private course, Thunder Ridge Country Club, in
Rush.
In 1978 the course name was changed to Wild Wood Country
Club and became semi-private, allowing daily fee play. Typical
of his designs, Craig used much of the hilly wooded terrain and
meandering creek to create one of the most picturesque courses in
the area. Wild Wood offers a "picture calendar" of holes for
those preferring a challenge in a scenic setting.
In 1990, David Wang
of Rush,
NY purchased the club and with infusion of capital the course has
been transformed into one the area's most aesthetic layouts.
Today Wild Wood remains semi-private with the look of a more
expensive private facility. Cart paths have been added
throughout the course, allowing play from April through November.
Drainage has been improved and irrigation has been enhanced to
create one of the areas finest courses.
Wild Wood enjoys a Blue Tee
course rating of 73.4 and 146 slope, on par with the best private
clubs in the area. The main piece of essential course
knowledge is to avoid hitting over the greens. Several greens
have trouble behind them, making club selection crucial. Craig
took full advantage of a creek that winds its way through the back
nine. Water comes in to play on every hole (on the back nine)
except the 10th and 18th. The course rewards you for choosing
the right club and staying in the fairways. |