What makes a place so special that people want their ashes spread there? In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Colton Craig (golf course architect) and Nick Jorgensen (CEO of Jorgensen Land & Cattle) to talk about the creation of the Lazy J Sporting Club in Ideal, South Dakota.
The conversation dives into:
- The vision of blending golf, hunting, and ranch heritage
- Colton’s passion for golf course architecture and Perry Maxwell
- Nick’s family legacy in cattle farming and community building
- How they’re shaping a sporting club worthy of ashes — a place people want to call their favorite spot on earth.
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Colton Craig — Smyers, Craig, Coyne Golf Course Architects — 💼 LinkedIn
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Lazy J Sporting Club
03:59 Meet the Guests: Colton Craig and Nick Jorgensen
07:22 Colton's Passion for Golf Course Architecture
10:08 Nick Jorgensen's Journey in the Cattle Business
16:01 The Vision Behind Lazy J Sporting Club
24:10 Connecting Agriculture and Golf
28:30 The Aha Moment for Golf Development
31:53 The Beauty of the Land and Golf Design
33:30 The Journey to Lazy J Sporting Club
36:53 The Goldilocks Zone: Land and Design Philosophy
38:37 Maximizing Land Use: Golf as the Best Option
41:36 Creating Accessibility and Affordability in Golf
43:06 A Memorable Experience with Bill Murray
46:15 The Future of Lazy J: Milestones and Vision
48:52 Unique Offerings: Golf and Hunting Combined
51:46 The Sporting Club Experience: Privacy and Adventure
56:48 Building a Legacy: Family and Community Values
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Weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, the show blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at every level. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape will join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.
