Golf course reopens; members try to protect worth

The Golf Club of California, a private members-only club at the intersection of SR76 and Gird Road, reopened its doors for play on January 10 after a two-month hiatus.

The club, built in 2002 by developer Lyon Homes to accompany the Sycamore Ranch community, closed October 31 after owner and general manager Kay McLaughlin sent an e-mail to members citing she had to close the club because of significant financial issues.

According to Parker Mahnke, a longtime Golf Club member, the club will reopen as a “member-managed club” and will provide a basic level of service for course maintenance and ou...