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But unfortunately the new home construction around the holes has turned it into a dusty barron looking golf course. That is especially unfortunate since it is an Audubon rated course. Many of the ponds were half full; I saw an alligator who was covered in mud and dust; the number of birds had greatly dipped from previous years. While the home construction is inevitable, it’s very unfortunate that it’s not being done in a manner that better protects the golf course. It was a big disappointment. The fairways and greens are in very good shape and it’s such a shame, because it once was our favorite course in the Sarasota/Venice area.