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Golf guides, dining features, resort news, and Catskills travel from the Island Green team.

Island Green Golf Course signature island green hole, Greenville NY — 30 miles from Albany

March 22, 2026

Golf Courses Near Albany, NY: Best Public Courses Within 30 Miles (2026)

The best public golf courses within 30 miles of Albany, NY — including Catskills resort options with lodging, dining, and signature holes. Updated for 2026.

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Island Green Resort combining golf, lodging, and dining in the Catskills

March 22, 2026

The Catskills' Most Seamless Golf Getaway

Why stringing together a golf trip is harder than it should be, and why Island Green is the most clearly purchasable 'golf + stay + eat + celebrate' option in the corridor.

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Scenic spring fairway with mountain views at Island Green

March 10, 2025

Spring Golf in the Catskills

Spring golf at Island Green: USGA-rated 18 holes when fairways are firm, tee times are open, and the Catskill Mountains still hold snow on the ridgeline.

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Golf cart path through autumn foliage at Island Green

February 20, 2025

Plan Your Catskill Foothills Weekend

Two-day itinerary at Island Green Resort: 18 holes of golf, Lil' Piece BBQ, Lodge rooms, and Greenville, NY local shops and farms.

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Art and wellness experience at Island Green Resort

January 15, 2025

Art and Wellness Beyond the Fairways

Art exhibitions and wellness sessions across 100 acres of Catskill foothills at Island Green Resort. Seasonal installations curated by the Birmann family since 1920.

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Golfer enjoying a round at Island Green Resort

October 12, 2024

Why Becoming a Member Is Worth It

Island Green Golf Club membership from $875/season. Unlimited rounds, priority tee times, pro shop discounts, and member events in Greenville, NY.

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Event setup at Island Green Resort overlooking the golf course

September 5, 2024

Host Your Next Event at Island Green

Weddings, corporate retreats, and celebrations for 20 to 150 guests. 100 acres, on-site catering by Lil' Piece BBQ, 12-room lodge, and golf in Greenville, NY.

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Panoramic view of Island Green Resort in the Catskill foothills

August 10, 2024

The Scenic Beauty of the Catskill Foothills

Four seasons on 100 acres in the Catskill foothills. Spring wildflowers, summer fireflies, fall foliage, and snow-capped ridgelines at Island Green, Greenville NY.

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Island Green Lodge guest rooms

June 20, 2024

Stay at The Lodge

12 guest rooms at Island Green Lodge with kitchenettes, A/C, mini-fridges, and free parking. Check-in 3 PM. Steps from the golf course and Lil' Piece BBQ.

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Lil' Piece BBQ - Hamburger and gourmet dining

June 2, 2024

Lil' Piece BBQ: Dining at Island Green

Slow-smoked BBQ, craft cocktails, and local ingredients at Lil' Piece BBQ. Dine in, take out, or book catering at Island Green Resort, Greenville NY.

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Island Green USGA rated 18-hole golf course

May 15, 2024

Experience Island Green Golf

USGA-rated 18 holes, par 71, 6,283 yards, slope 120 in the Catskill foothills. Signature island green, pro shop, cart and club rentals. Book tee times online.

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