Golf courses are about more than scorecards — they’re about community and for Etna Acres, FAMILY.

In this episode of ThriveIN Wabash County, Adam Stakeman sits down with Devin and JoDee Dale, the owners of Etna Acres Golf Course, to talk about family, entrepreneurship, and the legacy of a small-town golf course.

The Dales share the story behind Etna Acres, what it takes to operate a seasonal business in Northeast Indiana, and how their course has become a gathering place for leagues, tournaments, youth golfers, and longtime friends.

In this conversation, you’ll hear:

The history and evolution of Etna Acres

What it’s like running a family-owned golf course

The challenges and rewards of small-town entrepreneurship

How golf continues to connect generations

Their vision for the future of the course

Whether you’re an avid golfer, a weekend duffer, or someone who simply values strong local businesses, this episode highlights how places like Etna Acres quietly strengthen the fabric of Wabash County.

Support local. Book a tee time. Build community — one round at a time.

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A heartfelt thank-you to our community partners—The City of Wabash, Lisa Gilman Investment Fund, Sandra Kunkel Trust, Mark & Amy Ford, PaperWorks Industries, the Community Foundation of Wabash County, and Visit Wabash County—for helping bring this podcast to life. This podcast is produced in partnership with Destination Wabash County.

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