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Meet Our River Valley Ranch Team
With over 25 years experience in the golf industry, Steve is excited to move to Owner of Operations at the River Valley Ranch Golf Course and the Homestead Bar and Grill. "Running my own show has been a dream of mine and I couldn't be more excited to continue the amazing legacy at this course!"
Golf in the VanDyke family has always been a family affair. Growing up a block from his home town’s nine hole course, Steve’s love of the game took hold early. His father coached his and his sisters’ high school team and he began to work at the local course at the age of 14. Playing golf as a freshman in college, Steve earned his PAT credentials as a junior and went on to earn his Class A PGA Professional designation in 2005. After graduating from college, Steve moved to Colorado where he began as assistant pro at Aspen Glen. He later moved to Head Golf Professional in 2009. After more than 20 years at the Glen, Steve got the call to lead the program at RVR. “Being able to offer access to this game to a wider audience at a public course as special as RVR, supports my passion to grow the game for all ages”. Steve started the non-profit, Youth Golf Colorado in 2016, to encourage youth participation and free access to the game. His goal is to make the course at River Valley Ranch a launch pad for youth golf in the Roaring Fork Valley. He and his family enjoy the Colorado lifestyle and cruising the back country in their 1977 Landcruiser. The mustache is real and award winning....just like the course.
Golf in the VanDyke family has always been a family affair. Growing up a block from his home town’s nine hole course, Steve’s love of the game took hold early. His father coached his and his sisters’ high school team and he began to work at the local course at the age of 14. Playing golf as a freshman in college, Steve earned his PAT credentials as a junior and went on to earn his Class A PGA Professional designation in 2005. After graduating from college, Steve moved to Colorado where he began as assistant pro at Aspen Glen. He later moved to Head Golf Professional in 2009. After more than 20 years at the Glen, Steve got the call to lead the program at RVR. “Being able to offer access to this game to a wider audience at a public course as special as RVR, supports my passion to grow the game for all ages”. Steve started the non-profit, Youth Golf Colorado in 2016, to encourage youth participation and free access to the game. His goal is to make the course at River Valley Ranch a launch pad for youth golf in the Roaring Fork Valley. He and his family enjoy the Colorado lifestyle and cruising the back country in their 1977 Landcruiser. The mustache is real and award winning....just like the course.
Andrew considers himself fortunate to have found a second career focused on the sport he loves at a course he is proud to call home. Before landing at River Valley Ranch in 2019, Andrew found himself deep in the high pressure world of asset management in Chicago. "Moving to Colorado was a welcome change of pace and I consider myself lucky to have found River Valley Ranch."
Switching gears was easy once Andrew rediscovered his passion for golf. He decided to make the move permanent after falling in love with Colorado summers and the charm of small-town living. " River Valley Ranch has become my family," he shares, "connecting with the people of this community is the reason I love coming to work every day."
A numbers guy with a Bachelor of Science degree in statistics, Andrew has found his ideal role overseeing golf course operations. For sure, his score card is always on point. Although golf is his main passion, he also finds time to hit the gym and the slopes on his snowboard.
Switching gears was easy once Andrew rediscovered his passion for golf. He decided to make the move permanent after falling in love with Colorado summers and the charm of small-town living. " River Valley Ranch has become my family," he shares, "connecting with the people of this community is the reason I love coming to work every day."
A numbers guy with a Bachelor of Science degree in statistics, Andrew has found his ideal role overseeing golf course operations. For sure, his score card is always on point. Although golf is his main passion, he also finds time to hit the gym and the slopes on his snowboard.
Graduating from Penn State with a degree in Turf Grass Science, Chad has been the superintendent for the course at River Valley Ranch for ten years. You will often see his dog Hunter at his side as the unofficial course mascot. Chad has worked at such prestigious courses as Winged Foot, Cordillera, and Galloway National. Growing up on the 17th hole of Fairview Golf Course in Pennsylvania, his passion for golf started early. “River Valley Ranch feels like home to me…the setting…the facility, it feels amazing to come to work here”. When not perfecting the conditions on course, Chad enjoys hunting and fishing.
Originally from Keystone Colorado, Remington has been a Class A PGA professional since 2012. In the Colorado off season, he is the Director of Golf at Outdoor Resort, Palm Springs.
As a Certified Teaching Professional with over 15 years of instructional experience, Remington is dedicated to creating lasting relationships while growing the game of golf. He continues to compete in annual PGA events including the 2019 PGA Professional Championships.
Remington is excited to be back in the mountains of Colorado. If you can't find him on the golf course, look for him in the gym or camping in the great outdoors. I don't think this guy sits still much!
As a Certified Teaching Professional with over 15 years of instructional experience, Remington is dedicated to creating lasting relationships while growing the game of golf. He continues to compete in annual PGA events including the 2019 PGA Professional Championships.
Remington is excited to be back in the mountains of Colorado. If you can't find him on the golf course, look for him in the gym or camping in the great outdoors. I don't think this guy sits still much!
When it comes to great Colorado golfers, look no further than Lead PGA Instructor, Doug Rohrbaugh. Doug is one of the most accomplished golfers to come out of Colorado, with over 50 Colorado PGA victories. He has played in over 500 professional tournaments worldwide, including nine Senior PGA events. In addition to an incredible competitive career, for over 35 years, Doug has been instructing golfers of all ages and abilities, sharing his elite knowledge and experience. He believes that clear communication and purposeful practice are the keys to student success. His goals for all of his students are to help them find their love of the game and reach their full potential. How lucky are we to have this guy on our team?
Charlie is passionate about golf and it shows.
A professional Realtor and event coordinator extraordinaire, Jennifer brings unmatched energy and passion to River Valley Ranch.
Executive Chef, Alex Alfaro brings his passion for creating exceptional dining experiences with fresh, innovative food, and a flare for Mexican cuisine to the executive chef position at the Handlebar and Homestead.
Few chefs work as hard as Alex. Mentored by some of the best chefs in our area, he began his culinary career in 2010. Most recently, he was Sous Chef under Tommy Hines at the Homestead Bar & Grill. "Tommy has been essential in shaping my approach. His recipes and culinary wisdom inspire me every day." His previous work includes the Viceroy Snowmass Hotel, The Snowmass Club, Ironbridge and El Korita.
Excited to lead the dining experience at the Homestead and Handlebar, Alex has found his professional home. When he is not dazzling us with his creative and delicious dishes, Alex likes to spend quality time with family, fish and play soccer.