Rediscover
Olde Kinderhook
There was a time when Olde Kinderhook Golf Club was recognized by Golfweek as one of the “Best New Courses in America.” That honor wasn’t achieved by chance—it reflected an outstanding golf course, exceptional design, and an unwavering commitment to providing a premier golf experience.
Our goal is simple:
return Olde Kinderhook to its former self.
We’re already on our way.
Over the past year, we’ve made meaningful improvements to course conditions. Our greens are healthier, smoother, and faster. New reels for our greens mower have improved the quality of every cut, and we’ve implemented an aggressive turf management program that includes aeration, topdressing, overseeding, and targeted agronomic treatments. These efforts are producing visible results, but they are only the first steps in a long-term commitment to excellence.
To continue this momentum, we’re inviting golfers who share our vision to become part of Olde Kinderhook’s next chapter.
Your Membership Makes a Difference
One hundred percent of the funds raised through this membership drive will be invested directly back into the golf course. Every dollar will be used to improve playing conditions and enhance the overall member experience through investments in irrigation, turf health, equipment, bunkers, tees, fairways, and other course improvements.
Even more importantly, our members will help decide where those investments are made.
Through the Course Improvement Group, members will identify priorities, evaluate projects, and provide recommendations on how membership funds should be invested. This collaborative approach ensures that improvements reflect the needs and desires of the people who enjoy the course every day.
When you become a member, you’re doing more than joining a golf club—you become a partner in restoring one of the Capital Region’s most beautiful and historic golf courses.
If you’ve ever considered becoming a member of Olde Kinderhook, there has never been a better time. Together, we can restore the championship-caliber conditions that once earned national recognition and create an even brighter future for generations of golfers to come.
Become a member.
Be part of the transformation.
Help shape the future of Olde Kinderhook.
Course Improvement Plan
Our improvement plan is designed to restore every aspect of the golf course through a phased, multi-year approach.
Phase 1 – Greens (Underway)
Completed – Fall 2025
- Deep-tine aeration
- Topdressing
- Overseeding
Completed – Spring 2026
- Deep-tine aeration
- Topdressing
- Overseeding
Scheduled – August 2026
- Deep-tine aeration
- Topdressing
- Multiple agronomic treatment applications
- Overseeding selected bare areas using the Mataway system
Scheduled – September 2027
- Additional Mataway overseeding of selected areas
Phase 2 – Well Restoration (August 2026)
- Restore the irrigation well to its original production capacity
- Improve water availability for healthier turf throughout the golf course
Phase 3 – Tees (September 2026)
- Overseeding
- Topdressing
- Improve turf density and consistency on all teeing areas
Phase 4 – Fairways (2027)
- Fairway aeration
- Overseeding
- Aggressive weed control program
- Enhanced fertilization program to improve turf quality and playability
Phase 5 – Rough (2027)
- Aggressive weed control
- Enhanced fertilization program
- Improve turf density and overall appearance
Phase 6 – Bunkers (2028)
- Remove bunkers that provide little strategic value
- Rebuild remaining bunkers with improved drainage
- Restore bunker sand quality and playability
Where Your Membership Dollars Go
- 100% of membership drive proceeds stay at Olde Kinderhook
- Member-directed improvement priorities
- Multi-year capital improvement plan
- Transparent updates on completed projects