Clubhouse History
A rich history
Clubhouse History
In 1913, when it was built, the clubhouse comprised the present dining room, kitchen, a locker room on the ground floor, and the dressing rooms on the second floor. It was a modest structure but served the purpose very well for the next fifteen years with only minor additions. As there was no source of electricity in the district, acetylene lamps were employed to light the premises. The supply of water came from open wells, and it was pumped into a large reservoir located under the first tee. The dining room was operated on restricted lines, and advance notice was required if members intended staying for dinner. No alcoholic beverages were allowed on the premises, and to ensure observation of this rule frequent inspection of the lockers was made and any such supplies confiscated.

In 1925 the first major improvements were started when electric power was brought from Adirondack Junction, and an artesian well was bored, followed by the erection of the water tank. At this time the membership was a full strength and the clubhouse facilities were becoming increasingly inadequate. In 1928 approval was given to the Executive Committee to start a building programme which would include adding a wing to the west of the clubhouse to accommodate the office, men’s lockers and a pro shop; an extension to the east to provide more facilities for the Ladies’ Club; and an enlargement of the kitchen and addition of a snack room.

A sprinkler system was installed in 1938, and the pro shop enlarged in 1949.

And then in 1956, further changes and additions were made. They comprised of the Club Room, conversion of the Snack Room to a Men’s Lounge or Trophy Room and modernization of the front verandah.

In 2007, using the funds generated from the rights to use the premises for filming of the movie "The greatest game ever played" , modernization of the clubroom, the men’s and ladies lockerroom and showers, and the hallways were completed. A trophy case was also erected. The renovations were done in the same warm and traditional style of the old building, but using modern materials.

In spite of the several extensive modifications and changes over the years, the clubhouse still preserves something of its original charm and simplicity, and continue to serve the members well.