Event FAQ

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You're helping grow a kind, respectful, and empowering golf community. Let’s keep it inclusive, fun, and full of good energy — we can’t wait to play with you!

We understand that our weeknight tee times often follow a workday, so please plan accordingly for travel and rush hour traffic. Running late or no-showing—even if prepayment has been made—can reflect poorly on our group. The courses where we play are either clients of Abby’s business, Great Places Minnesota, or are aware of our group as prospective partners. Your etiquette while visiting reflects directly on Abby, Northern Greens, and Great Places Minnesota, so we aim to maintain a positive impression to ensure continued invitations. Please plan ahead or communicate with the event facilitator if you anticipate any issues.

Please register on our events page, theres an Events Tab above - 

For clinics or special events → Event Sign Up
 

For tee times → Tee Time Sign Up

Registration opens at 7:00 PM every other Sunday for events happening over the next two weeks.

Examples:

📅 Sunday, September 21st → Registration opens for events from Sept 28th - Oct 11th

📅 Sunday, October 5th→ Registration opens for events from Oct 12th - 25th
 

Tee times go fast, so set a reminder and sign up early!

Payment is due at the time of registration and can be made on our website - no more venmo!

Northern Greens operates as an event service provider, so in addition to greens fees, we include a $5 per person fee to cover the time spent planning, coordinating with courses, managing logistics, and handling technology or registration platforms. This fee is already built into the total price listed during registration, unless otherwise noted as “Greens Fee.”

Clubhouse Crew Member Price:

This special pricing is available for members only. 

Registration is currently closed for this option, but we’re reassessing needs for the remainder of the season and for 2026.
 

Public Country Club (PCC) Pricing:

Some members have asked about applying their PCC membership rates to Northern Greens events. While we love that you're utilizing that program, we’re currently not able to integrate outside memberships or discounts. 

Doing so would add complexity to managing rates across different courses and attendees. Our goal is to keep registration smooth, consistent, and fair for everyone.

We get it—life happens! If you need to cancel, please email Abby at:
📧 northerngreensgolfcollective@gmail.com

Cancellation policy:

✅ Cancel 5 or more days before your event → Full refund
 

🚫 Cancel within 5 days of the event → No refund if the spot isn't filled
 

These events sell out fast & the courses hold these tee times specifically for us, and we could still be charged for open spots. 

Thanks for understanding and helping keep things fair for everyone!

Registration is non transferable.

One of the things I love most about Northern Greens events is how welcoming and fun they are. Whether you’re brand new to the game or have been golfing for years, we’re all here for the same reason — to have a great time on the course together.

To make sure every round runs smoothly and everyone feels comfortable, here are some friendly etiquette reminders for all events!

• We play casual golf, but we still follow basic golf etiquette to keep things fun, fair, and  flowing.
• If you’re unsure about a rule, a term, or whose turn it is — ask! We’re here to help, not judge.

• Arrive early enough (at least 15 minutes early) to check in with the facilitator, get your cart, and be ready when your group is called to the tee.
• Have tees, balls, a ball marker, and a repair tool with you — it keeps the round moving.

• Tee selection: Most of us play from the red tees (colors vary by course, red is pretty standard), but feel free to choose the tees that best suit your game. Just let      your foursome know your plan before starting the hole so everyone’s on the same page.
• If everyone is playing from the      same tee’s, the lowest score from the previous hole typically tees off  first, but we often use ready golf — if you’re ready and it’s safe, go ahead.
• If you whiff (miss) your first  shot, be prepared to take another right away — keep an extra ball in your pocket to avoid running back to your bag or cart.
• Mulligans (redo shots) aren’t part of official rules, but in casual play, groups may allow one or two — usually off the tee. Decide as a group before starting.

• Lost balls: We hate a lost ball! Spend no more than a few minutes searching — then drop a new ball and keep moving. Always watch your ball’s flight to track where it lands and ask your group to keep an eye as well.
• Mark your ball: Add a dot, line, or stamp so you can identify it easily and avoid hitting the wrong one.
• Divots: Replace them or use the sand/seed mix provided. Here’s how: How to Repair Divots – USGA
• Bunkers: Enter from the low side, play your shot, then rake the sand smooth before leaving.
• Pace of play: Keep up with the group in front of you. If you’re ready and it’s safe, hit — that’s “ready golf.”

• Be quiet and still while others are hitting or putting.
• Avoid stepping on someone’s putting line (the path between their ball and the hole).
• Repair your ball marks (and any others you see). Here’s how: How to Repair Ball Marks – USGA
• Mark your ball with a coin or marker if it’s in someone’s putting line.

• Be mindful of different skill levels, new players, and varying playing styles.
• If you’d like to offer feedback, advice, or tips — or educate someone on rules or etiquette — ask permission first and please do so in an uplifting, friendly, and supportive tone.
• Remember: these meetups are meant to be fun, casual, and inclusive for golfers of all skill levels. Let people play the way they want to — as long as it’s not interfering with your game.