It takes a strong team, planning, and training for a golf facility to be recognized as one of the friendliest in the country. And that’s exactly what’s in place at Woodlake Country Club in Vass, N.C.
So, when it was announced that Woodlake was no. 2 on GolfPass’ “America’s 25 friendliest Public Golf Courses – Golfers’ Choice 2026,” it wasn’t a total surprise.
“Our staff from top to bottom goes above and beyond, so I won’t say I was surprised, but at the same time, I was surprised when I got the email,” said Jeff Crabbe, general manager at Woodlake Country Club, which has been open for a little more than two years after a complete renovation. “It was validation of the hard work that the staff puts in every day.”…