Wilderness Ridge Club and Resort has been named KemperSports “Club of the Year” for 2025, the company’s highest honor for a private club property. The award was announced at the 2025 KemperSports Leadership Conference and recognizes one property from across KemperSports’ portfolio of more than 210 golf courses, private clubs,
sports venues, and destination resorts nationwide.
“Recognition like this does not happen by accident—it is the result of a strong culture and consistent leadership across all departments,” said Drew Van Ert, General Manager of Wilderness Ridge.
Wilderness Ridge has served Lincoln as a destination for golf, dining, and private events since opening in 2001. The club features an 18-hole championship course and 9-hole
executive track that wind through more than 6,000 trees with bent grass fairways and granite water features with materials sourced from Montana and brought to the Midwest to create a setting unlike anything else in Nebraska. The 37,000 square-foot Lodge serves as the centerpiece of the property, housing The Lodge Restaurant, event and banquet spaces, and member amenities including an aquatics center, fitness center, and tennis and pickleball complex.
Under KemperSports management, Wilderness Ridge has focused on delivering an elevated member experience through strong operational standards, strategic leadership, and a culture centered on hospitality. The Club continues to invest in facilities, programming, and team development to ensure an exceptional experience for
members and guests alike.
For more information, visit wrccgolf.com or visit their Facebook page at Facebook.com/wildernessridge.