Sustainability
Barracuda Championship is committed to sustainability within our PGA TOUR tournament and the local community. Take a look at some of the ways we’re working to create a greener future.
Bike to the Barracuda will be Back in 2024!
Go green and ride your bike to the Barracuda Championship! Bike along the marked route through downtown Truckee and forest areas to a special entrance behind tee 12 at Old Greenwood. Spectators traveling from outside of Truckee can park at General Parking for Free and bike to the Golf Course. Group rides are optional but encouraged. Plus, spectators who Bike to the Barracuda will receive:
-20% off Barracuda Championship Tickets
-Free Bike Parking
-One free beer courtesy of FiftyFifty Brewing Co
-And More
Have a question? Email Andrea@barracudachampionship.com
Lake Tahoe Cleanup
PGA TOUR Pro Andrew Putnam went scuba diving with the “Clean Up the Lake” crew prior to the 2021 Barracuda Championship. This organization is dedicated to cleaning up trash underwater throughout the 72-mile circumference of Lake Tahoe. Watch the video to learn more about this initiative and Andrew Putanam’s experience.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Barracuda Championship is committed to advancing diversity in golf. During the 2022 tournament, we hosted a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) webinar sponsored by Bank of America. Watch the webinar now!
HOST
Diaz Dizon – Philanthropist & Thought Leader for Change
PANELISTS
Roger Steele – Youth On Course Ambassador & Golf Personality changing the landscape of golf
Laz Versalles – Golf and Culture Storyteller at Fire Pit Collective
Jackie Thomas – Former Nike Executive, Entrepreneur, Diversity & Inclusion Leader
Nick Rowe – Senior Vice President, Reno Market Executive at Bank of America
David Lingmerth – PGA TOUR pro
Youth on Course
Youth on Course is on a mission to diversify the game of golf by breaking down financial barriers for youth. The organization provides life-changing opportunities for kids both on and off the golf course, including the ability to play over 1,700 courses across North America for just $5, scholarships and more. Since 2006, Youth on Course has subsidized more than 1.8 million rounds of golf. The Barracuda Championship is proud to support Youth on Course in introducing youth golfers from all walks of life to the game of golf.
