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Sustainability in Action at Pueblo Bonito Resorts & Quivira Los Cabos
Ernesto Coppel, founder of Pueblo Bonito Resorts, got his start as a hotel developer in Mazatlan in 1987, but his name was made in Los Cabos four years later. That’s when the company’s first resort in Cabo San Lucas opened, providing Pueblo Bonito an ideal front-and-center stage on beautiful Médano Beach. The Mediterranean-style hotel’s suites and restaurants were oriented to the distinctive rock formations at Land’s End, including El Arco (The Arch), Cabo’s iconic natural wonder.
From the beginning, Coppel embraced social and environmental responsibility long before they became buzz words.
“When we started to develop in Los Cabos (in the late 1980s), with every new development we enhanced our commitment to the environment,” Coppel stated. “Sustainability is a core value at Pueblo Bonito Resorts and Quivira Los Cabos. “We believe it is critical to nurture the local environment, reinvest in the community, and reduce the impact of development.”
Coppel is especially proud of the fact that the Jack Nicklaus-designed course at Quivira Golf Club, an engineering marvel and aesthetic tour de force grafted onto a stunning site at Land’s End, is surfaced from tee to green in paspalum, a salt-tolerant, disease-resistant grass varietal that uses a fraction of the chemicals and pesticides required by other grasses. For good measure, the entire course is irrigated with recycled water generated by two wastewater treatment plants attached to the hotels and residential communities. Treated water is also used to irrigate vegetation areas throughout the development, creating a more sustainable community.
Quivira Los Cabos has become a singular role model in sustainable water use. Water is an especially precious re-
source in Los Cabos, which is situated in a subtropical desert that receives a scant 8 to 10 inches of rainfall per year. Consequently, Quivira was conceived and designed to ensure that all residents and guests have access to water while preserving the municipality’s water sources by not depending on its supply.
The community’s desalination plants are a prime example of advanced technology, converting seawater into safe drinking water, producing 4.65 million liters daily. Moreover, a sustainability committee at Quivira has recently implemented additional eco-friendly actions and practices, including recycling programs at the Montecristo resort complex and the Coronado residential community.
Crucial ecological efforts, notably a turtle protection
and release program, have been ongoing for more than 20 years. From mid-July through mid-December, guests of Pueblo Bonito Resorts and residents of Quivira Los Cabos can engage in active conservation by releasing turtle hatchlings from their protected nests into the sea, greatly increasing their chances of survival.
One of the newest additions at Quivira Los Cabos is Amakiri Botanical Garden. Here, resort guests and residents can learn about the endemic plant species of Baja California Sur, a vast swath of desert bisected by a mountain range and flanked by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Sea of Cortez to the east. The garden’s array of walking paths lead nature lovers among roughly 200 different plant species, many of them native to the Baja and a few of them endangered.
Finally, it’s been said that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. For its part, Pueblo Bonito Resorts has raised its recycling efforts to a fine art. Resort guests drain and recycle bottles by the thousands. The nearby San Miguel Blown Glass Factory collects up to two tons of empties from the hotels each month. The glass is cleaned, melted and transformed it into colorful hearts and other figurines that have become iconic symbols of love and friendship in Los Cabos and throughout Mexico.
In a perfect circle of sustainability, Pueblo Bonito not only supplies the raw material for the glass pieces, but the resort company buys back the creations to display around its hotels and communities. These items are also for sale in the resorts’ gift shops. This unique recycling initiative sends a message to eco-conscious travelers who prize sustainability efforts--and who want to see local communities benefit from their visits. D
Hole 6 at Quivira Golf Club
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COLORADO
Designer: Hughes/Hummel
Peaks Golf Course 42 (1-I)
Public 18R 303-666-4706 Lafayette
Fees: $40-$53 Opened: 1993 Designer: Hale Irwin/Dick Phelps Indian Tree Golf Course 43 (5-I)
Public 18R 303-403-2542
(4-J)
18R 720-898-7360 Arvada
$23-$27 Opened: 1973
Fees: $10-$47 Opened: 1984 Designer: Phelps/Benz
Golf Club 54 (14-O)
Private 18R 303-799-4043 Englewood
Fees: $75-$95 Opened: 1984 Designer: Jack Nicklaus Murphy Creek Golf Course 55 (10-S)
303-464-9000 Broomfield
$105-$130 Opened: 1999 Designer: David Graham Overland Park Golf Course 57 (11-K)
Public 18R 720-865-0430 Denver
Fees: $27-$39 Opened: 1895 Designer: W. H. Tucker; Sr./W. F. Bell Park Hill Golf Club 58 (7-N)
Public 18R 303-333-5411 Denver
Fees: $25-$45 Opened: 1931 Designer: Clark Hamilton Perry Park Country Club 59 (16-K)
Private 18R 303-681-3186 Larkspur
Fees: $85-$95 Opened: 1969 Designer: Dick Phelps Pinehurst Country Club 60 (12-J)
Private 18R; 9R 303-985-1559 Denver
Fees: $80-$95 Opened: 1960 Designer: Press Maxwell Pinery Country Club, The 61 (15-R)
Private 27R 303-841-2850 Parker
Fees: $75-$85 Opened: 1972 Designer: David Bingham
Plum Creek Golf Club 62 (16-O)
Public 18R 303-660-2200 Castle Rock
Fees: $32-$69 Opened: 1984 Designer: Pete Dye Pradera, The Club at 63 (15-Q)
Private 18R 303-607-5700 Parker
Fees: N/A Opened: 2005 Designer: James J. Engh Raccoon Creek Golf Course 64 (13-J)
Public 18R 303-932-0199 Littleton
Fees: $29-$53 Opened: 1983 Designer: Dick Phelps Ranch Country Club, The 65 (3-K)
Private 18R 303-466-2111 Westminster
Fees: $55-$55 Opened: 1974 Designer: Dick Phelps Ravenna, The Club at 66 (14-H)
Private 18R 720-981-6000 Littleton
Fees: N/A Opened: 2007 Designer: Jay Morrish Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course 67 (16-N) Public 18R 720-733-3500 Castle Rock
Fees: $50-$85 Opened: 1999 Designer: James J. Engh Red Rocks Country Clubv 68 (12-G)
Private 18R 303-697-8008
Marty Johnson Fort Collins Country Club 10 (18-N)
Private 18R 970-482-9988 Fort Collins
Fees: $45-$175 Opened: 1960 Designer: Henry Hughes Fox Hill Club, The 11 (22-N) Private 18R 303-651-7600 Longmont Fees: $60-$70 Opened: 1972 Designer: Frank Hummel
18R 970-353-2431 Greeley Fees: $115-$115 Opened: 1920 Designer: Maxwell/Bendelow
18R 970-482-4653
N/A
9E 303-530-1400
$11-$19 Opened: 1966 Designer: Ebel
Prairie Golf Course 28 (25-W)
Public 9R No Phone Cope
Fees: $5-$5 Opened: 1971 Designer: John Rudnik Prairie Pines Golf Club 29 (25-X)
Public 9R 719-346-8207 Burlington Fees: $15-$20 Opened:
Public 9R 719-336-5274 Lamar
Fees: $14-$16 Opened: 1965 Designer: Labron Harris Spring Valley Golf Club 29 (25-P) Public 18R 303-646-4240 Elizabeth Fees: $34-$48.90 Opened: 1997 Designer: Ross Graves Springfield Municipal Golf Course 30 (36-W) Public 9R No Phone Springfield Fees: Unknown Opened: 1945 Designer: J.R. Hatcher Springs Ranch Golf Club 31 (30-P)
18R 719-573-4863 Colorado Springs Fees: $28-$45 Opened: 1997 Designer: Dick Phelps Sumo Golf Village, The 32 (31-O) Semi-Private 18R 719-784-4653 Florence
Fees: $38-$45 Opened: 2003 Designer: Gary Player Trinidad Golf Course 33 (38-Q)
Public 9R 719-846-4015 Trinidad Fees: $20-$29 Opened: 1918 Designer: Unknown Valley Hi Golf Course 34 (29-P) Public 18R 719-385-6911 Colorado Springs Fees: $29-$31 Opened: 1958 Designer: Henry Hughes Walking Stick Golf Course 35 (32-P)
Colorado Golf Expo Announces Move to the National Western Center for 2026
The Colorado Golf Expo is thrilled to announce its new lo cation for the 2026 event. Mark your calendars for March 6-8, 2026, as the Expo will take place at the newly con structed state-of-the-art LVC at the National Western Center.
This move will allow the Colorado Golf Expo to ex pand its offerings and enhance the overall experience for attendees and exhibitors alike. The LVC at the National Western Center provides ample space for more vendors, interactive demonstrations, and convenient parking.
"We are incredibly excited about this new chapter for the Colorado Golf Expo," said Kevin Morton, owner of the Colorado Golf Expo. "The move to the LVC at the National Western Center will allow us to create an even more dynamic and comprehensive event for golf enthusiasts of all lev-
coming everyone to this new venue."
Attendees can expect the same great features they've come to love, including:
1 Opportunities to test the latest golf equipment from leading manufacturers.
2 Exclusive deals and discounts on golf gear, apparel, and accessories.
3 Instructional clinics and seminars from top golf professionals.
4 Interactive games, contests, and entertainment.
5 Information on golf courses and travel destinations.
Exhibitor booth sales and sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Colorado Golf Expo at the LVC at the National Western Center will be on sale soon. For more info visit www.coloradogolfexpo.com D
Long Distance Call
By Jerry Walters DIVOT Contributing Writer
I ask this question of my students al most every lesson; “what’s more impor tant in putting, speed or line”? I can see the smoke starting to pour out of their collective ears as they search for the cor rect response. In a group setting, I’ll re ceive every answer imaginable, but finally someone will blurt out the one that makes the most sense. It DE PENDS! That’s what I’m looking for.
For every 3’-5’ putt I face during my round “the line” seems to be my focus as I have the speed figured out. But, the far ther I am from my target, the more “speed” becomes the predominant fac tor. The simplest way to lower your scores is to become more proficient at speed control. Now, I agree with what you’re thinking; it’s not very exciting to hit long putts over and over. We all want to see putts go into the cup. However, hitting long putts close enough to con vert the second putt will produce grati fying results.
Here’s a quick drill that doesn’t re quire much time or space that will dras tically sharpen your speed control.
Put a club about a club’s length behind a cup on the practice green. Then begin dropping balls down starting at a distance around 6’ from the hole. Drop another at 9’ and a few more every 3’ or so until you have placed 5 or 6 balls down in a line. Now you’re ready to start. The object is to putt every ball to the hole or past it without touching the club behind the hole. You’ll be shocked the first time through the drill at how inept you are. The more diligent you are practicing the better you’ll become.
Want a bigger challenge? Turn the grid around and try your hand going downhill. Or, put two balls down at each spot and challenge a friend for a beverage of choice. Have fun and get better at the same time.
Jerry Walters is a PGA Tour Instructor and teaches putting at CommonGround GC at ExperienceGolf. To schedule individual lessons, putter fitting or clinic information visit www.experiencegolf.biz. To contact Jerry directly please write freegolf1@gmail.com D
PGA award-winning putting alignment tool enhances focus for accuracy New
The Alignment Ball Mark is the most innovative piece of in-game golf technology in decades because it streamlines the process of putting. The traditional method of aiming your golf ball involves squatting over the ball to adjust it, then backing off to see where it is aimed, over and over again until you get it just right or give up and putt. The issues with this antiquated process is the lack of visual perspective to the hole while hovering over the ball to aim it and the lapse in focus when moving back and forth to adjust and check the ball’s
alignment. Not to mention, it is time consuming and often frustrating.
The Alignment Ball Mark is a PGA Show award-winning, putting alignment tool and specialized ball marker that enhances focus for accuracy while simplifying the process to make it easier and faster. Its patented design combines a two-spike ball marker and a rotating alignment component that allows you to read your putt and adjust your alignment at the same time. By using your putter to adjust the alignment component, it creates the physical dis-
tance necessary for you to visually read the green and the capability to adjust the alignment component simultaneously.
This product was developed to streamline putting in terms of accuracy and pace of play while adhering to the rules of golf, which it does. It is completely legal to use, even in tournament play. According to the USGA and R&A, by their determination, the Alignment Ball Mark is "permitted under the rules of golf". The physical design of the product was engineered with specific features to ensure that it conforms to the equipment standards as well as the rules.
The two-spike ball mark features two spikes that when pushed into the ground, hold the marker in place so that you can adjust the attached alignment component without compromising the position of your ball. The triangular cutouts on its perimeter serve as a reference point for the ball’s position on the green prior to lifting it. Using this product is simple, just mark your ball, adjust the alignment component to your aim spot, then align the line on your ball to the same trajectory as the alignment component and you're ready to putt.
For more information please visit www.alignmentballmark.com D
Junior Golf is offered at all four courses! Register now at register.ssprd.org.
Golf
South Suburban Golf Course
–18-hole regulation course, par 72
–9-hole, par 3 course
–Large driving range and short game area
Lone Tree Golf Club & Hotel
–18-hole Arnold Palmer designed championship course, par 72
–5 sets of tees for all abilities
–15 hotel suites and meeting/banquet options
Family Sports Golf Course
–9-hole executive golf course, par 31
–Heated, 2-tiered driving range, open late night
–18-hole miniature golf
Littleton Golf and Tennis
–18-hole executive golf course, par 63
–Grass driving range with water targets
–New clubhouse now open!
Escape to Keystone this summer and unwind in the relaxed destination that defines Colorado casual
Discover two incredible golf courses, reserve a coveted seat at one of Colorado’s best restaurants, then retire to a cozy cabin for your crew. Spend your time off the links exploring mountain-top hiking, downhill mountain biking, snow tubing, horseback riding, fishing, SUP-boarding, sailing, festivals, concerts, or simply stargazing. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, you will find something to love at this laid-back mountain playground.
Come for the golf, stay for the fun. Keystone Ranch and The River Course present the perfect pairing of beauty and adventure. Book your first round at Keystone Ranch, featuring an inspiring and challenging mountain valley design by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. set among the original homestead and barns from the early 1900s lettuce and dairy farm that once thrived there. Golfers will appreciate the skill and shot-making it takes to conquer this awesome course. After your round, relax on the new patio
overlooking the back nine of the golf course and savor the exquisite cuisine of the historic Keystone Ranch restaurant. Admire the panoramic views and incredible sunset as you try to catch sight of a moose taking a dip in the lake.
After a good night’s rest in the cool mountain night, turn your sights to The River Course, where you’ll start your day by launching your ball into the clear Rocky Mountain air as you marvel at the views of the Continental Divide from the first tee. The River Course brings excitement to your game with impressive elevation changes and the six sets of tees, including short-course “family-fun” tees, delight golfers of all abilities. Add magnificent views of surrounding peaks and Lake Dillon and it’s easy to see why this is a golfing experience unlike any other.
Individuals and families who love to play at Keystone can invest in one of the limited number of memberships offered in
The River Course at Keystone Golf Club. Privileges include unlimited golf at The River Course and Keystone Ranch, member-dedicated tee times every day of the season, member-only clinics and yearround events, complimentary fitness center, pool, tennis, and Nordic Center access, dining and retail discounts, First Tracks ski days, and more. With low initiation fees and annual dues, the Club is a great value and an opportunity to fill your summer days with golf and your winters with resort activities.
Planning a group golf outing? Treat your group to an unforgettable event at Keystone. Whether you’re planning a corporate event, wedding tournament, family reunion, or friends’ day out, a Keystone Golf experience will impress your guests. The professional staff makes it easy for you. They pay attention to every detail to ensure you have a memorable golf experience. Group packages include golf, on-course
contests, prizes, catering, and exceptional service.
Your perfect summer getaway is just a click away when you Stay, Play & Save with exceptional golf lodging packages at Keystone. Stay two or more nights and get free golf on your day of arrival, unlimited same-day play, and complimentary resort experiences. Stay, Play & Save by calling the reservation experts at (877) 317-9435. If you can’t swing a stay, come up for the day. Just a short drive, 90 minutes west of Denver, it’s an easy day trip to recharge and have some fun.
Book tee times online at www.GolfKeystone.com. All Keystone Golf rates include greens fees, golf car rental, practice facility access, and practice balls. Epic Passholders save 20% on golf when booking with promo code “EPICGOLF”.
Email keystonegolf@vailresorts.com or call (970) 496-1520 for additional information. D
Image by Jeff Andrew
Keystone Ranch - Hole 5
U.S. Senior Open at The Broadmoor Offers Military Appreciation
The 45th U.S. Senior Open is proud to announce special military offers for the event, taking place from June 25-29, 2025, at the historic East Course at The Broadmoor. As part of its ongoing commitment to honor the service and sacrifice of U.S. military personnel, the event will offer exclusive ticketing and on-site experiences for activeduty service members, veterans, and their guests.
Military Appreciation Day - Wednesday, June 25: All service mem bers and veterans are invited to attend the event for free on June 25. This special day will feature a variety of tributes and events to honor the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces. Select military personnel will serve as an Honorary Starter on the first tee, and the Wounded Warrior Challenge, a four-hole competition between three wounded warriors versus a U.S. Senior Open competitor, will take place on the West Course.
Admission Offers: From Thursday, June 26 through Sunday, June 29, those who have served will receive halfprice admission for themselves and a guest. This discounted offer provides the opportunity to enjoy the exciting action of the U.S. Senior Open while being celebrated for their service.
Military Outpost: The Military Outpost, presented by Ford, will be located next to the 18th green, providing a patriotic lo cation for service members and veterans to relax and connect. In partnership with Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, the Outpost will provide free snacks and beverages to service members and their guests. To access the Military Outpost, service members are required to present a Military ID.
How to Claim Military Offers: Military ticket offers are available on the U.S. Senior Open’s ticketing website, at www.ussenioropen.com/tickets. The Military Ticket offers link will integrate with GovX to verify military service before allowing service members to complete the check-out process and obtain their tickets. All tickets are electronic and will be delivered 6-8 weeks prior to the Championship.
“We are proud to celebrate the service of our military community at the U.S. Senior Open,” said David Fox, Championship Director. “Those who have served our country are an important part of the Pikes Peak Region, and we are happy to honor their service while offering them a first-class experience at the U.S. Senior Open.”
For additional information about the U.S. Senior Open, including ticket sales, volunteering, and hospitality packages, please visit ussenioropen.com.
About the U.S. Senior Open: The 45th U.S. Senior Open, conducted by the United States Golf Association, will be held June 25-29, 2025, at The Broadmoor’s East Course, in Colorado Springs, Colo., and will feature a field of 156 of the world’s best professional and amateur senior golfers (over the age of 50). Players who are eligible to compete include Steve Stricker, Ernie Els, Padraig Harrington, Bernhard Langer, Jim Furyk, Stewart Cink, Justin Leonard and Rocco Mediate. This U.S. Senior Open will be the ninth USGA championship held at The Broadmoor. NBCUniversal will provide live broadcast coverage of all four rounds of the championship.
About the USGA: The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game’s best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally and 13 other national championships and our museum; to provide unbiased global governance with The R&A through the playing, equipment and Amateur Status rules; and to advance issues important to golf’s future, with a focus on driving sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. As a nonprofit association, our work and our team are driven to act for the good of the game. For more, visit usga.org. D
First Ever Golf/Country Concert
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the 2nd Annual Lion's Cup Golf Tournament, taking place on June 26, 2025, at the stunning Arrowhead Golf Club in Littleton, Colorado. This exciting event kicks off with a 2pm Tee-Off scramble, where golf enthusiasts of all skill levels will compete in a fun and competitive atmosphere.
But that’s just the beginning! This year, we are proud to host Colorado's first-ever
the talented Casa Alta Production Company and featuring The Jake Mathew from Nashville, Tennessee. The concert will begin at 7pm, providing a perfect end to a day of golf, good times, and unforgettable music.
It’s an event for everyone – bring your wives, girlfriends, and families to enjoy an evening of entertainment and camaraderie. We’ll have plenty of Topo Chico, COORS, custom cowboy and trucker hats, delicious food, and, of course, great people.
The best part? All proceeds from this incredible event will go directly towards our mission of building mobile food markets that will be placed on the grounds of Title 1 schools in the Denver Metro Area. Every dollar raised will help ensure that no child in our community goes hungry.
Join us for an afternoon and evening of fun, philanthropy, and community spirit. Mark your calendars for June 26, 2025, at Arrowhead Golf Club. We can’t wait to see you there!
For sponsorship opportunities or to register, please visit Upcoming Events at www.thelionproject.org D
