Troon, May/June 2019

20 TROON MAGAZINE TROON MAGAZINE 21 LOOKING FOR that mythical Old American West experience this summer with some good golf to boot Consider Sheridan Wyo and specifically set your sights on The Powder Horn where great golf and the American West live in perfect harmony Set in a land of great natural beauty with majestic mountains free flowing rivers and wide open skies Sheridan and The Powder Horn offer a unique experience that will check off many of your good old days in America boxes Set up home base here for a few days or a week and its a trip the family will long remember The area charms with its Wild West past and its easy to explore by car At the historic and recently renovated Sheridan Inn opened in 1893 Buffalo Bill Cody auditioned acts to join his Buffalo Bills Wild West show And high on the list of Sheridan experiences is a visit to the sponsored by GREEN HIGHWAYS TRUE AMERICAN WEST THE POWDER HORN AND SHERIDAN WYO CHECK ALL THE BOXES book a stay play package at the powder horn for just 449 and enjoy 18 holes of golf for two on our private course a golf cart and overnight accommodations in a deluxe cottage youll also enjoy access to the powder horn grill our private restaurant for more information visit www thepowderhorn com stay play iconic Mint Bar Wyomings legendary meeting place Serving frosty brews and countless tall tales since 1907 the ice is no longer delivered to the bar via horse and carriage but the rustic cowboy character and tall tales live on Also a must see in Sheridan is Kings Saddlery Museum one of the best Western museums in the nation showcasing a collection of cowboy memorabilia including hundreds of saddles wagons chaps spurs antique gems and Native American artifacts A scenic three hour drive through the Bighorn National Forest to the west 148 miles is another legendary town Cody well worth considering for a day trip Back at your Powder Horn home base a 30000 square foot stone and timber clubhouse is a popular gathering spot as is Powder Horn Grill Cowboy Bar where steaks are always on the menu and special nights are dedicated to such favorites as pasta and prime rib Developer and native son of Sheridan Homer A Scotty Scott says of his hometowns attraction It is such a unique place with a quality of living that is rare in todays society When you consider the clean air mountain fed sparkling streams and a hospitable climate at 4000 foot elevation you have the perfect recipe for less stress and more fun General Manager Mark Savoy describes The Powder Horn as perfect for those seeking an active and adventurous lifestyle Anglers will enjoy fly fishing for rainbow and brook trout in Little Goose Creek and you can probably talk the clubs talented chef into preparing you a tasty meal from your days take he said But its also an unparalleled golfing experience Savoy said The layout comprises an eclectic compilation of 27 holes and each nine displays a distinct personality Backing up Savoys assertions about the Dick Bailey designed course are a long list of accolades and awards including Best Wyoming Golf Course to Play by Golf Digest Top 100 Modern Golf Courses by Golfweek and Best Residential Golf Course by Golfweek The buffalo may not roam as freely as they once did in these parts but a slice of life deeply rooted in the American West is ready for you to discover A BRILLIANT COURSE DESERVES A BRILLIANT APPROACH Official Rental Car of the PGA TOURDont settle for ordinary when you can make the trip as inspiring as the destination Get a great Avis car at a very special rate for Troon Customers Book at avis com troon use the special code B357500 and save up to 25 off base rates the stay and play package includes overnight accommodations for two in a deluxe cottage with a full kitchen and private patio rate is subject to availability and applicable taxes and may not be combined with other offers promotions or discounts