Both nines were designed by Dr. Gordon Emerson in 1987 but construction on the original nine which is the current back nine, began that year. The present day front nine of the eighteen holes was built in 1995. Gordy has created a course that takes advantage of the wealth of physical features that naturally occur on the land. Water comes into play on nine of the eighteen holes and definitely is the dominant feature. Subtle terrain changes, stands of mature oaks, maples, of of course pines, as well as some open holes which bring the wind into play, make for an interesting trip around the nearly 6700 yard layout. Gordy admits that this is probably his favorite design.