Kalispell Golf Association
Next Board Meeting: October 21, 2026 @ 4 PM
KGA – BOD & Committees
The Kalispell Golf Association, DBA Buffalo Hill Golf Course, was established in 1918 and has a rich history of improving and maintaining the course for public and member enjoyment. Below is the current Kalispell Golf Association roster as of the Annual Meeting’s Election of Officers in April 2026.
Officers / Executive Committee
President
Josh Buls
Vice President
Amanda Guy
Treasurer
Chris Mcloy
Secretary
Derek Benson
KGA Board Members
Josh Buls (President)
Term Expires: 2027
Amanda Guy (Vice President)
Term Expires: 2028
Eric Smith
Term Expires: 2029
Derek Benson (Secretary)
Term Expires: 2027
Odin Kruse
Term Expires: 2029
Bob Lopp
Term Expires: 2029
Chris McLoy (Treasurer)
Term Expires: 2027
Jeff Lund
Term Expires: 2028
Drew Flink
Filling Seat Through April 2027
Committees
House Committee
Derek Benson, Chair
Finance & Audit Committee
Chris Mcloy, Chair
Rules & Tournaments Committee
Amanda Guy, Chair
Greens Committee
Odin Kruse, Chair
Memorial & Hall of Fame Committee
Chris McLoy, Chair
By-Laws Committee
Josh Buls, Chair
Long Range Committee
Bob Lopp, Chair
Grievance Committee
Josh Buls, By-Law Committee
Derek Benson, House Committee
Odin Kruse, Greens Committee
Amanda Guy, Rules & Tournaments
September Meeting Recap
October 5, 2026 • Josh Buls, President of the KGA
Good Morning from the Board of Directors!
Another amazing season at Buffalo Hill!
We are officially in the last month of golf at Buffalo Hill for 2026, and what a great year it has been! Thank you to everyone who has supported the course this year!
Recap: Ponds, City Construction, and more.
Last Wednesday we had our monthly Board meeting, and here are some updates about what was discussed. As many have seen, the ponds on hole #11 have been lacking water all year, which is due to water leaking out from the aged pond liners. Work is planned to replace the liners in these ponds while we wait for the water rights application that is still pending with the State.
The City of Kalispell reached out to advise that they will restart construction in November to finish their project, which will require them to go down the cart path that heads to hole #5, rendering it impassable, with a completion date sometime in March 2027. The Maintenance crew will begin filling in the bunkers on the Driving Range in November, which will be a weather-dependent project. Some of you may have noticed some solar stations that have been put out for the autonomous mowers, which help provide the electricity they need to make their way past you while you’re teeing off. It’s definitely better than a goose honking at you!
Food & Beverage Update:
Food & Beverage has entered its low-staffing season as the golf season winds down. F&B continues to work towards finding more staff, so for the time being, please show patience and support for our excellent F&B staff!
During the meeting, the Board voted to authorize $50,000.00 toward a design concept for the Clubhouse Expansion. This has been a project that has been discussed for years, and the Board feels now is a great time to begin the process of upgrading the Clubhouse!
Host your event at Buffalo Hill:
While no one wants the golf season to be nearing the end, Christmas is just around the corner! Anyone who wants to host a Christmas Party at Buffalo Hill, reach out to Nick soon, as spots are filling up fast!
The clubhouse is open 7 days a week for evening events. To host private dinner parties and other special functions, call us 406-756-4551 to arrange your private party!
Enjoy this last month of golf:
The weather is looking promising for the next few days, with a small chance of snow on Monday next week. Get out there while you can and enjoy the sunshine and beautiful fall colors.
Our Next Meeting:
The board of directors will meet on October 21, 2026 at 4 pm in the clubhouse.
Thank you for attending the 2026 Member Meeting.
The Annual Member Meeting took place on April 29, 2026 at 6 PM
The KGA Annual Meeting was be held at the clubhouse on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 at 6:00 PM. All members are encouraged to attend this meeting every April! Adult members are able to vote in this year’s election of officers as well as on proposed KGA By-Law Changes.