Raven Crest Golf & Country Club sits in the Edmonton area, designed by Michael Evans. The course occupies terrain characteristic of the Alberta parkland region, where rolling topography and stands of mature trees shape the playing corridors. Evans's routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes, creating variety in hole presentations and strategic options throughout the round. The design reflects a modern approach to course architecture while working within the landscape features available in this part of the province. The layout presents a mix of risk-reward scenarios and positional challenges, with fairway bunkering and green complexes that reward thoughtful course management. Water features come into play on several holes, adding strategic dimension to club selection and shot placement. The greens themselves offer contour and movement appropriate to the scale of approach shots, and the conditioning standards reflect the club's commitment to year-round playability within the constraints of the northern Alberta growing season. Raven Crest functions as a full-service country club, providing members with golf as the centerpiece of a broader recreational and social program. The membership draws from the Edmonton metropolitan area, and the club maintains facilities for dining and events alongside the golf course. The setting offers a retreat from urban surroundings while remaining accessible to the city, a balance that defines many clubs in this region.