Welcome to Northern Greens Golf Collective
Your guide to all things Women's Golf in Minnesota
Join the Clubhouse Crew
Do you love coming to our events, hitting the course and want to support this amazing community? Become a founding member of the Clubhouse Crew and enjoy special membership perks.
Our weekly tee times, Social Hour 9’s, typically include 3-4 reserved tee times (12-16 spots) at various courses across the metro. These spots fill up fast, so we created The Clubhouse Crew to reward the golfers who join us most often.
We know that with events all over the Twin Cities, not every location will be convenient for everyone—that’s why membership is completely optional! Our goal is to keep Social Hour 9’s open to all, without requiring a commitment to every event.
🎉 Let’s Par-Tee—Masters Style!
⛳️ Join us as we celebrate Northern Greens' 1st Anniversary with a Masters-themed party 🏌️♀
📅 Friday, April 11th ⏰ 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Clubhouse Edina
💰 $35 per person What’s Included:
✨ Sim Access – Take some swings and enjoy the state-of-the-art simulators!
🎨 Decorate Your Own Golf Ball – A fun way to get creative and commemorate the night!
🎁 Special Anniversary Gift – A little something to thank you for being part of our journey!
🍹 Specialty Cocktail: The Azalea – A Masters classic, plus other beverages provided!
🍽️ Masters-Inspired Eats – Enjoy pimento cheese and BBQ—just like at Augusta!
Come dressed in your best Masters green and celebrate with us in style! 🌿🏆
Our Story
In 2024, Abby Swenson, founder of Great Places Minnesota, launched the Northern Greens Golf Collective to fill a crucial gap in women’s golf. With over a decade of experience collaborating with 60+ golf courses across Minnesota, Abby saw an opportunity to bring women golfers together like never before.
The idea for Northern Greens began with countless conversations during networking events, where Abby met women eager to connect through golf but unable to find centralized resources for clinics, leagues, lessons, or events. This inspired her to create Northern Greens Golf Collective—a space where women could discover every opportunity Minnesota has to offer while building a vibrant community around the sport.
In 2024, Northern Greens hosted 27 events, including outdoor tee times, indoor golf socials, clinics, and two weekend golf trips. The Collective has quickly become a cornerstone for women’s golf in Minnesota, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for golfers of all skill levels to connect, learn, and grow.
Rooted in the heart of the Land of 10,000 Lakes, Northern Greens Golf Collective is more than a resource—it’s a celebration of community, empowerment, and the joy of the game.
Group Trips in 2025
2025 Events
Spicer Spring Swing - May 17th-18th - REGISTRATION OPEN
Breezy Point - July 17th-20th SOLD OUT
Door County, Wisconsin - Labor Day Weekend - August 29th - September 1st - SOLD OUT
Lutsen - October 10th-12th - REGISTRATION OPEN
Great Places Minnesota
Great Places Minnesota is a social media-driven tourism site dedicated to connecting Minnesota businesses with new clients seeking unforgettable experiences in the state.
Specializing in showcasing the best of Minnesota’s golf courses and lake resorts, Great Places Minnesota has established a network of over 100 business owners. The site has built a strong reputation for helping partners attract more customers and enhance their brands.
With a social media following of over 60,000 engaged individuals, Great Places Minnesota fosters a community where people share their stories and experiences of the unique and exciting destinations throughout the state.
Great Places Minnesota's social media pages are also popular for offering free rounds of golf and incredible lake resort stays, regularly giving away prizes to loyal fans. The mission is to create and nurture connections between businesses and people while promoting the beauty and wonder of Minnesota. Passionate about this mission, Great Places Minnesota invites everyone to join in discovering the great places of Minnesota.
Follow along to win free golf and lake stays!