The College Golf Course at Delhi will celebrate its 60th anniversary this year.

The course opened for the season on Wednesday, according to a news release.

The course opened as the College Golf Club on July 1, 1965, with a nine-hole track, the release stated. In 1996, another nine holes were added (today’s back nine). The expansion allowed the course to accommodate more golfers and host large tournaments and fundraisers. “Today, the College Golf Course at Delhi boasts sweeping views of the Little Delaware River valley, meticulously maintained fairways and greens, a driving range, a practice green and chipping area, and a full-service pro shop,” the release stated.

The course is part of SUNY Delhi and act as a “living lab” where students in the college’s golf course management, business & professional golf management, and golf/sports turf management programs have hands-on learning opportunities. The course also offers skill development and coaching to the public, according to the release. Individual and group lessons taught by PGA professionals are available, and more than 80 local kids participate in the Junior Golf program each summer. The Delaware County men’s and women’s amateur tournaments are held annually at the Delhi course, and the men’s event will also celebrate 60 years during the 2025 competition this July, the release stated.

The course is also home to Bluestone, an on-site restaurant.

“We are incredibly proud to be celebrating 60 years of golf in Delhi,” said General Manager David Arehart. “The College Golf Course has long been a place where golfers, both local and visiting, can enjoy the beauty of the Catskills and play an approachable yet challenging and exciting design. Our location, course layout, and partnerships with SUNY Delhi’s academic programs and Bluestone make us one of the most picturesque and dynamic courses in the area. We look forward to welcoming players for another fantastic season of golf and special events.”