HISTORY OF THUNDER HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

Conceived in 1969, Thunder Hills Country Club was the brainchild of five individuals aiming to establish the second planned golf course community in Iowa. Gordon Cunningham, Peter Beeves, C.J. May, Jr., Frank Dunn, and Bob Frommelt, who served as the club's inaugural president, were instrumental in acquiring the Burds and Harris farms east of Peosta, Iowa.

Their vision was to create a residential neighborhood with paved streets where homes overlooked an 18-hole championship golf course. To achieve this, they launched an ambitious membership drive with a target of 300 members. The club required a $500 initiation fee and $20 monthly dues.

While researching names at the public library, Bob Frommelt and Gordon Cunningham were inspired by the sound of thunder, leading them to name the hilly property Thunder Hills. This inspired the formation of both the Thunder Hills Homeowners Association and Thunder Hills Country Club.

In 1971, Thunder Hills Country Club unveiled the front nine holes featuring watered tees and greens along with a new clubhouse. The back nine holes and swimming pool opened in 1972, followed by the introduction of three tennis courts in 1973.

As outlined in the Mission Statement, Thunder Hills Country Club is committed to maintaining an exceptional golf facility, continually investing in enhancements to uphold the club's value, tradition, and overall quality of experience.

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