The golf property at 6200 W. Good Hope Road in Milwaukee, WI, has seen its fair share of change, but the one constant that has remained is a high-quality golf course. The original club was named Brynwood Country Club and was founded in 1926; the golf course followed in 1954. Fast forward to 2009, and Brynwood is purchased by The Wisconsin Club and enjoys a 14-year partnership with The City Club, a downtown Milwaukee social club. In 2023, Concert Golf Partners takes ownership of the Wisconsin Club and changes the name to The Wisconsin Country Club.
As a condition of purchasing the Country Club, Concert agreed to spend about $1.8 million to complete several projects that were already underway, including repairs to the golf course, security upgrades, a refurbishing of the clubhouse, and the addition of a Kids’ Club.
The original golf course at the old Brynwood Country Club was built in 1954 and for years was considered one of the best golf courses in the area. It was designed by William Diddel and played 6,700 yards. Over the years, several architects have tweaked the golf course, including a $3.5M makeover by renowned architect Bruce Hepner in 2014.
As you make your way around the course, you’ll find a mix of tree-lined fairways and wide-open holes, with strategically placed bunkers that lead to intricately contoured Bentgrass greens seamlessly woven into the topography of the land.
Wisconsin Country Club eases you into your round with a short par 4 opening hole that plays 338 yards from the White and Blue Tees. It’s a blind tee shot, and the only thing standing between you and success on your tee shot is a lone fairway bunker on the left side. Avoiding the sand leaves a relatively easy pitch shot into the green that slopes gently from right to left.
Depending on which sets of tees you are playing from, the 3rd hole is either a 3-shot par 5 or a chance to make up some ground. From the Blue Tees, the hole plays 506 yards; move up to the White/Green Tees, and it drops considerably to 428 yards. The hole plays straight away with fairway bunkers on the left side of the landing area off the tee. A good drive will leave a chance to go for the green in two; otherwise, lay up to the landing area about 100 yards from the green, but be sure to avoid all six fairway and greenside bunkers.
The par 4, 7th hole places a premium on accuracy. It’s a 374-yard hole that doglegs to the right about 300 yards off the tee. Good drives pushed to the right or hit too far straight may find water. There’s a trio of bunkers short of the water on the right that need to be avoided otherwise, you’re facing a long approach shot over water from the sand. What this green complex lacks in bunkers, the green makes up for in undulation!
Your round at the Wisconsin Club finishes with a 447-yard par 5 and starts with a significant carry over water off the tee. Once you navigate this hazard, the remainder of the hole plays uphill toward the clubhouse. Your layup shot will require accuracy as trees converge on the fairway from either side and fairway bunkers in the landing area. Success thus far will leave a short pitch shot into an elevated green surrounded by three bunkers. It’s a hard green to reach in two, and par is never a bad score!
The knowledgeable and attentive golf staff can help with every aspect of your golf game. They can help improve your swing, and the wide selection of golf equipment and logoed apparel in the golf shop can have you looking your best and swinging the latest gear. The practice facility is ideal for hitting every club in your bag, grooving your chip shots, and zeroing in your putts. Each day, the staff at The Wisconsin Club strives to provide the finest course conditions to ensure that each round is challenging and rewarding. When the weather cools down, the TrackMan monitor heats up and is ready to help you hone your skills or play competitive games with friends and family.
The Wisconsin Country Club is the top-rated family-oriented club in the area, and the improvements that Concert has agreed to make are only going to strengthen that position. Between their active swimming complex, extensive golf instruction programs, and children’s camps, there’s something to keep kids active and entertained. It’s no wonder the children tell their parents that they “want to go to the club!”
In addition to a top-rated facility in Northern Milwaukee, members also have access to the Wisconsin Club, located in the historic Mitchell Mansion in downtown Milwaukee. Here, they can enjoy a gourmet meal and participate in special member-only events. They also have access to valet parking, a shuttle service, and tickets for premium events throughout the area. Should you prefer the courts over the course, The Wisconsin Country Club offers 4 hard tennis courts and 6 pickleball courts available for open play, clinics, and social events.
Kids and adults enjoy the heated Junior Olympic-sized pool with its kiddie pool, slide, and full-service snack bar. The Fitness Center is a great place to meet like-minded members and take charge of your physical health. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a great workout, including treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, and a wide variety of weight-training equipment. You’ll find it’s an easy way to stay active and fit!
Many families and local companies have held events at The Wisconsin Club. Space is available for anything from small, intimate get-togethers to cocktail receptions and large events. Events can be held at several venues, including one of the beautiful outdoor areas that have become a photographer’s dream for weddings. The Club is perfect for bar mitzvahs, weddings, and corporate events, and you don’t have to be a member to host an event. The same is true for golf tournaments, fundraisers, and charity events.
If you’re new to the Milwaukee area or are looking to start afresh at a different club, pay a visit to Wisconsin Country Club and let General Manager Don Tracy show you everything the club has to offer. TWCC offers several membership plans, including a Full Golf Membership, a PTF Membership, which gives you access to the pool, tennis, and pickleball courts, and a Social Membership. There are no food and beverage minimums and no assessments, ever! You’ll also enjoy member privileges at other Concert properties around the country so you can blend in.
Regardless of whether you’re a serious golfer or just play for fun, The Wisconsin Country Club is a great place to make new friends, discover new beginnings, and enjoy a great social life. For more information on what The Wisconsin Club has to offer or to book an appointment to see it for yourself, give them a call at (414) 353-8800 or visit their website, www.thewisconsincountryclub.com.