San Jose, CA – Los Lagos Golf Course is proud to announce that it has once again been recognized as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary" through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses, an Audubon International program. This esteemed certification highlights Los Lagos Golf Course’s continued commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable management practices.
The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses encourages golf courses to protect and preserve the natural environment. Los Lagos Golf Course has demonstrated excellence in environmental planning, wildlife and habitat management, chemical use reduction and safety, water conservation, and outreach and education.
"We are thrilled to retain our certification as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary," said Scott Siegfried, General Manager of Los Lagos Golf Course. "Our team has worked diligently to implement and uphold environmentally friendly practices that enhance the natural beauty of our course while preserving local wildlife habitats. This recertification is a testament to our ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship."
Los Lagos Golf Course has implemented numerous initiatives to support local wildlife and conserve natural resources. Efforts include the installation of birdhouses and bat boxes, the creation of naturalized areas to support native plant species, and the use of integrated pest management techniques to minimize chemical usage. Additionally, the course has made significant strides in water conservation by utilizing efficient irrigation systems and drought-resistant landscaping.
Audubon International commended Los Lagos Golf Course for its outstanding achievements and dedication to environmental quality. "The recertification of Los Lagos Golf Course demonstrates their ongoing commitment to the principles of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program," said Christine Kane, CEO of Audubon International. "The course’s efforts to protect and enhance its natural surroundings provide valuable benefits to the environment and the community."
Los Lagos Golf Course will continue to collaborate with Audubon International to ensure that its environmental practices remain at the forefront of the industry. The course invites the community to join in celebrating this accomplishment and to experience the beauty and ecological richness that Los Lagos Golf Course has to offer.
The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses, endorsed by the United States Golf Association, provides information and guidance to help courses preserve and enhance wildlife habitat, and protect natural resources. Golf courses in the United States, Australia, Canada, Central America, Europe, and Southeast Asia have also achieved certification in the program. Audubon certified courses in the San Francisco Bay area also include: Crystal Springs Golf Club in Burlingame, Presidio Golf Course in San Francisco, and Silver Creek Valley Country Club, also in San Jose.
In addition to golf courses, the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary System also provides programs for schools, individuals, and businesses. For more information, contact Audubon International, 46 Rarick Rd., Selkirk, NY 12158, USA, (518) 767-9051, e-mail them at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or visit their website at www.audubonintl.org.