A lot of posts lately, about the scarcity of Tee Times and over-crowding of the golf courses.
As much as it pains me to say it, "executive type golf courses" for novice-recreational golf, is the future.
The future of "real golf" is right here:
International Competition Comes to a Simulator Near You
It won't happen over night, but I suspect in 15-20 years, building golf courses will be as obsolete as root beer & running boards.