OAHT 1603: Oconomowoc Golf History
This Geocache WAS part of the Oconomowoc Area Historical Tour:
**TWEEZERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CACHE**
Oconomowoc Golf History
The Oconomowoc Country Club was formed in 1896 by the area’s millionaires. The group bought the farm of George Seavern, remodeling the home, adding a ballroom and wide verandas that circled the building. They also purchased some of the neighboring Eckles’ estate and added an 18-hole golf course. At one time, elaborate horse shows were held there with members bringing their prize animals. The carriage ride was a long one out to the club for the Oconomowoc Lake community so J.W. Mariner arranged for the purchase of the property on Hwy P known as the Oconomowoc Golf Club. The financiers built an 18-hole course in 1908. The old Oconomowoc County Club got into some financial difficulty and was acquired by a group who renamed it Lac LaBelle Golf Club. A new clubhouse was built in 1959 and it still has an active membership today.
The Oconomowoc area currently has 4 active Golf Courses: Oconomowoc Golf Club (built in 1916), Lac LaBelle Golf Club (built in 1896), Paganica Golf Club (built in 1961) and Deer Trak Golf Club (built in 1986). History and picture courtesy of the book "Oconomowoc Barons to Bootleggers" by Barquist and the Oconomowoc Area Historical Society and Museum.
Permission for placement by: Bryan Spencer - Parks & Forestry Superintendent