They have snacks and drinks (alcoholic and non) to buy in the clubhouse. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly when I was there and I'm looking forward to seeing the place thrive again for locals and non-locals.

Sorry about that Michael. There may have been some price confusion as rates shifted around during the transition. I came in in May so it was late to learn the new system but we are running smoothly now and I'm confident the course is in a condition that is more than worth the price. The alternative to the price bumps (modest, in my opinion) is no golf course in Liberty anymore. And that would be a great shame. We aren't trying to make money -- I'm trying to keep the doors open and offer an improved product of which the community can be ptour. And our pro shop guys are the best -- all locals and could not be more welcoming. I'd put them up against any staff in golf when it comes to how much they care about this place -- from greens to pro shop, it's a community effort.

Thanks for your comment and sorry you feel that way. It costs $20 to walk nine holes during the week. Is that too steep? We had to raise some greens fees during peak times in order to try and keep the course going. It wasn't going to open this year but it is open and has a chance for survival. It isn't really about improving the course right now -- it's about covering taxes, insurance, payroll -- all things the previous greens fee scheme didn't cover. Lost money for the last five years but we've got a chance to sustain golf in Liberty NY. Trust me, no money is going into my pocket from the operation of the golf course! Rather, I've invested my time and money to try to keep it going. If one buys a membership -- very reasonable -- the golf for the year is FREE. $550 for a year of all your golf is so far below standard club dues that I do feel confident about the pricing structure. The nonlocals do NOT get cheaper greens fees. They can purchase a cheaper membership if they live outside the area -- so they pay $400 to play the course once or twice or not at all (we have members signing up from Europe and all over America) which helps underwrite the golf of the people who do live in the area and actually use the course. Our focus is entirely on finding ways to keep this place running for the local community. But with rising cost of labor and fuel and equipment, we did have to look at our budget. I think locals will find that our prices are well worth the golf they are getting now.

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