Streamsong Resort in Florida has named its fourth 18-hole golf course Bone Valley, diverging from its tradition of color-based names like Blue, Red and Black. Designed by David McLay Kidd, the course draws its name from the region's fossil-rich geology and opens for preview play on November 30.
Streamsong Resort, owned and operated by KemperSports, announced the name of its newest course on Tuesday. Unlike the property's existing layouts—Blue, Red and Black—the fourth course is called Bone Valley, inspired by the geologic history of central Florida where it sits. Millions of years ago, the area was an ocean teeming with marine life, including the massive megalodon shark, leaving behind numerous fossils in the phosphate-rich soil known as Bone Valley. Architect David McLay Kidd encountered many such fossils during construction, primarily megalodon teeth. He told GOLF.com, “I was like, ah, that one’s broken,” reflecting his growing familiarity with the finds after the initial surprise. KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner stated, “The name was a natural fit for land and a course that was literally millions of years in the making.” The branding embraces the prehistoric theme: the resort's main lodge displays fossilized megalodon jaws, and the course logo features a skeletal, crocodilian creature suitable for merchandise like hats and shirts. This choice offers more creative potential than a color name. The course has been under development for nearly two years.
