STAFFORD, Va. (AP) – Virginia is creating a golf trail to help drive tourism.
The creation of the trail was announced this week by Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling. It will include about 36 private and public courses in six areas that will allow for a nine to ten month season for the trail.
Officials say the trail will link the state’s golf courses hotels, wineries, restaurants, historic, cultural and recreational amenities. The selection of courses on the trail include course ratings, proximity to other attractions and value.
Tourism officials say the trail’s total annual economic impact when fully developed could generate $66.6 million per year and create 652 jobs.
Cannon Ridge Golf Club in Stafford will serve as the home of the Virginia Golf Trail.
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