On behalf of the Basking Ridge Country Club Management Team, I would like to take this opportunity to extend a warm welcome to your new Club! Our goal at BRCC is to distinguish our Club from others. We strive to provide an exclusive, full-service, family-oriented, private country club environment where you will be proud to bring your family, friends, and guests. Our main objective is to treat our members and guests to a first-class country club lifestyle, to make Basking Ridge Country Club their home-away-from-home, and to make each and every day at BRCC a memorable one.
About Our Club
Basking Ridge Country Club, part of the Heritage Golf Group collection, is a jewel among golf courses, situated on a stunning retreat of 257 acres offering a 71-par course, practice and range facilities and a superb restaurant that overlooks the Club’s pristine 18th green. Whether you have been golfing your entire life, or have just begun to appreciate the game, Basking Ridge Country Club offers a membership option that suits you. Basking Ridge Country Club provides a dynamic environment for your entire family. When you join the Club, you’re gifting yourself the opportunity to experience an all-inclusive lifestyle with options for the whole family.
MEET THE STAFF
Chris Thomas | General Managercthomas@heritagegolfgroup.com| 908-766-8200 ext. 4
Lauren Treich|Membership Director ltreich@heritagegolfgroup.com | 908-766-8200 ext. 2
Vaughan Abel |Head Golf Professionalvabel@heritagegolfgroup.com| 908-766-8209
Bryan Klinder |Assistant Golf Professional bklinder@heritagegolfgroup.com |908-766-8209
Kenan Manthe Food & Beverage Director kmanthe@heritagegolfgroup.com | 908-953-8092
Michelle DeMartino Club Accountant mdemartino@heritagegolfgroup.com | 908-766-8200
Members’ Website & Phone App Log-in Information
Go to www.baskingridgecc.com
Visit here for general information or to access Basking Ridges’ Members Only Site.
Visit the Members Only Site by clicking on the “Members Login” box in the upper right-hand corner.
To log into the Members Only Site: Follow prompts in your welcome email, any issues, reach out to the Membership Department. Member Profile can be updated at any time via the Members First website.
Our Basking Ridge Country Club App makes it easy for you to:
• View and Register for Upcoming Club Events
• Receive Club Communications through Push Notifications
• View Club News
• Book Tee Times
• Make Dinner Reservations
• View Statements and Make Payments
• Update your Profile
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Member Profile can via the Members First
The BRCC App can be found in the App Store for Apple & Android devices.
Just Search: Basking Ridge Country Club
After you open the app, we recommend you allow for push notifications and locations services so that you may receive important communications from the Club. Use the same username and password that you use to log into the website.
Our Basking Ridge Country Club Register for CommunicationsUpcoming through View Club News, Book Reservations, View Statements Update your Profile. App Store for Apple app, we recommend and locations communicationsservices username and password
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Dining
An integral part of Basking Ridge Country Club’s lifestyle is the dining experience. We are dedicated to providing exquisite cuisine and unmatched service in a warm, friendly and inviting atmosphere. A seat is always available in the [ XXVI ] Twenty-Six Tavern featuring scenic indoor and outdoor offerings.
Brunch served on Saturday & Sunday 11:00am – 4:00pm
Join Us Check the online Club Calendar to keep up-to-date with weekly [ XXVI ] Twenty-Six Tavern Happenings! From member only happy hour, to trivia night and prime rib night, there is something for everyone at Twenty-Six Tavern!
You can make Dining Reservations through the member portal or by calling 908.766.9499
Please make your server aware of any Special Requests or Dietary Needs you or your guests may have. Our kitchen is more than willing to accommodate your needs. Have a special request for your favorite wine, liquor, or entrée? Let us know and we will do our best to have your favorites available.
Schedule of Fees
Guest Fees Weekday
$75 – 18 Holes
$38 – 9 Holes
$95 – 18 Holes
$48 – 9 Holes
Guests are welcome anytime during the week and after guest play until 11:00am on the Weekends & Holidays
**Weekends: Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
Cart
$30 – 18 Holes
$18 – 9 Holes
Walking Fee
$14 Weekends/Holiday’s prior to 1:00pm
Golf Information
First Tee Time Availability
January & February
10:00am Tuesday – Sunday
March
9:00am Tuesday – Sunday
April
8:30am Tuesday – Sunday
May – September
8:00am Tuesday – Friday
7:30am Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
October
8:30am Tuesday – Sunday
November & December
9:30am Tuesday – Sunday
All golf course hours of operation are subject to weather restrictions.
Tee Times will be available in ten-minute intervals.
Range Hours
April 1 – November 15 Weather depending. Range will typically close 1 1/2 hours before sunset.
Tuesday 8:00am
Wednesday – Friday 7:30am
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 7:00am
Subject to change seasonally.
Monday – Golf course closed.
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Membership Classifications, Tournament Play & Tee Time Accessibility
• Full Privilege Family
Unlimited Golf Access – NO Restrictions
Practice Range & Practice Areas Included
Unlimited Pool Facility Access
• Full Privilege Individual
Unlimited Golf Access – NO Restrictions
Practice Range & Practice Areas Included
Unlimited Pool Facility Access
• Young Executive (Under 40)
Unlimited Golf Access – NO Restrictions
Practice Range & Practice Areas Included
Unlimited Pool Facility Access
• Weekday Family
Unlimited Golf Access: Tuesday – Friday, Holidays Excluded Practice Range & Practice Areas Included
Unlimited Pool Facility Access
• Junior (Ages 15-21)
Unlimited Golf Access: Tuesday – Friday
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: After 2pm Practice Range & Practice Areas Included
Unlimited Pool Facility Access
Tournament Eligibility
• Full Privilege, Full Privilege Individual and Young Executive Golf Members are eligible to participate in all tournaments. Eligible dependents of Full Privilege and Young Executive Members are allowed to compete in tournaments if they are 18 years of age or older. Must have an active GHIN Number at BRCC.
• Weekday Members are eligible to participate in tournaments that occur during the week, Tuesday through Friday.
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General Rules & Practices
Tee Sheet
• Golf members can book tee times 7 days in advance beginning at 7am.
• Golf Members are able to book a maximum of two tee times per day, this can be consecutive.
• TBD/hold reservations will be deleted 48 hours prior to the tee time. It is the member’s responsibility to fill in names of each reservation within the foursome prior to 48 hours of their reservation.
• All cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours before the tee time. Player(s) that do not call to cancel their tee-time will be billed a cancellation fee equal to (1) 18-hole cart fee per player.
• Any back 9 play must be approved by the Golf Shop.
Guest Policies
• Members must fill out their guest(s) names while reserving a time.
• Members are permitted to bring up to three guests, anytime, Tuesday through Friday.
• Member are not permitted to bring guests prior to 11am on Saturday, Sunday & Holidays.
• Non-Members can play as a guest no more than twice a month and six times per year total.
• Weekday Members are not permitted to play on weekends as a guest of a member with weekend access.
• No outside food and beverages permitted.
Children on the Course
• Parents/Junior are responsible for following the BRCC dress code.
• Juniors under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult when in the locker room.
• No children under the age of 4 years are permitted on the golf course or any practice area of the property.
• Children under 15 years are not permitted on the course until 2:00 p.m. and an adult must accompany them. Exceptions can be made by the Head Golf Professional for advanced Junior Golfers.
• Adult rules apply to those 15 years and older.
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General Rules & Practices
Dress Code
Appropriate golf attire is expected for all players on the golf course and practice facilities. Appropriate attire is as follows:
• Men: Tucked in shirts with sleeves and a collar, slacks or golf shorts. Hats must be always worn facing forward. Tank tops, T-shirts, cut-offs, sweatpants, cargo shorts, jeans, bathing suits, tennis shorts or other athletic shorts are not permitted.
• Women: Dresses, skirts, slacks, or golf shorts and shirts or blouses are considered appropriate attire. Halter tops, T-shirts, fishnet tops, bathing suits, sweatpants, jeans, tennis dresses, athletic shorts, or cut-offs are not permitted.
• Please make all clothing changes, including shoes in the Locker Rooms.
• Improperly dressed golfers will be asked to change their clothes before playing.
Check-In
• All members should check in at the Starter Podium prior to their round.
• If you do not check in at least 10 minutes prior to your reserved time, the starter may re-assign your tee time if other Members are waiting to play.
Inclement Weather
• During inclement weather (i.e. lighting storms, tornados, severe rain, flooding), if a person chooses to play golf or be on the golf course, you play at or assume the risk of being on the course. Basking Ridge will not make any announcements of impeding weather conditions. It is assumed that when on the property of Basking Ridge that the members, guests or any other persons assume all associated risks. Course closed notices will be posted when management believes it to be applicable.
Pace of Play
• Pace of play is regulated to 4 hours and 15 minutes or less for a foursome.
• If a group falls behind the acceptable pace, the staff will politely ask them to either skip a hole or move back into the proper position on the course.
• Players stopping for lunch or any other reason, lose their position on the golf course and must not cut in front of players on any hole. In order to resume play on the 10th tee, you must seek permission from the Professional Staff / Starter.
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General Rules & Practices
Course Priority
• A single player has no standing and should give way to a match of any kind.
• Singles and twosomes will be paired up as needed on tee sheet inventory.
• If a twosome is the first tee time of the day, they are required to skip a hole if maintenance is there.
• Foursomes have priority on the golf course on weekends and holidays during the season, which is defined as opening day to closing day. Prior to 11:00am, twosomes and singles will be placed with others to fill out a foursome if possible. The professional staff may allow twosomes or singles if conditions warrant it.
• Maintain position on the golf course. Proper positioning is half of one hole behind the group in front of you. Singles and twosomes should not expect to play through when groups are in proper position.
• A match that fails to keep its place on the course and loses one clear hole on the players in front MUST be passed. It is the duty of the golfers causing delay to promptly give notice to the following group to come through without waiting for a demand to be made. Equally, players MUST ASSERT THEIR RIGHTS FROM THOSE IN FRONT. A match which fails to assert its rights is being inconsiderate of following groups.
• Players searching for a ball should signal the players behind them to pass as soon as it becomes apparent that the ball will not easily be found. They may search for five minutes before doing so. They should not continue play until the players following them have passed and are out of range.
Golf Course Etiquette
Members and guests should do their part in making their round of golf a pleasant experience for everyone at the Club. In so doing, please be mindful of the following guidelines:
Care of the Golf Course
• Replace or fill all divots. It is preferred that players fill their divots with the displaced grass.
• Fix ball marks on greens. All players are responsible for fixing ball marks on greens.
• Rake bunkers. Please use provided rakes to create a playing surface in which all subsequent golfers can enjoy. Enter the shallow end of the bunker when possible. Rakes should be placed back in the bunker.
• Players should ensure when putting down golf bags or the flagstick, there is no damage done to the green by the member or their guests. The flagstick should be replaced in the hole before the players leave the putting green.
• In taking practice swings, players should avoid causing damage to the course, particularly on the tees.
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General Rules & Practices
General Etiquette
• Respect other players. Please be aware of your surroundings when playing music and be courteous of your fellow golfers. Refrain from driving golf carts close to others while they are playing and always yell “fore” if a ball is headed into the vicinity of other players.
• Loud, profane or vulgar language has NO PLACE on the golf course, or anywhere on property. Unacceptable conduct will disqualify a player from completing a round of golf. Continuous infractions will lead to suspension of golf privileges and or forfeiture of Club Membership.
• No one should move, talk or stand close to or directly behind the ball or the hole when a player is addressing the ball or making a stroke.
• When the play of a hole has been completed, players should immediately leave the putting green.
Golf Carts
Golf carts are provided for the convenience of our members. In order to protect the golf course from abuse and damage, it is essential for all members to observe the following regulations:
• Carts must remain on the path on all Par 3’s and Hole #8.
• All carts must be kept 30 yards from greens and shall not pass the designated cart signs.
• Cart paths must be used when designated by professional staff or course superintendent.
• Only two persons are allowed to ride carts and no riding on the back of carts will be permitted.
• Please observe posted signs at all times. Carts may be restricted at times due to weather and course condition. It is the responsibility of each player to inquire of Staff as to the prevailing cart rules for the day.
• A valid driver’s license is required to operate a golf cart anywhere on Basking Ridge Country Club property, as per New Jersey state law.
• Cart and key must be returned immediately to the outside attendant upon completion of play.
• Misuse of carts in any manner will result in the suspension of privileges.
• The Club will not be responsible for property or valuables left on the carts, in the locker room, bag room or on the premises.
• Use of a golf cart at Basking Ridge is subject to the rules and regulations regarding its use thereon. Upon delivery of the golf cart, users do hereby agree to hold Basking Ridge harmless from any and all public liability claims that may arise from use of the carts while in their possession and further, they (user) assume full responsibility for any and all physical damage resulting from careless use of the golf cart.
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Handicapping
Handicapping Procedure
Handicapping based on Course Rating is the great equalizer among golfers of differing abilities. An individual Basking Ridge stroke play handicap is computed according to the World Handicap System.
The best 8 of the last 20 scores posted, compared with the Course and Slope Ratings, are used to determine the Handicap Index that is then converted to a “Course Handicap”. A Handicap shall not be issued to a player who has returned fewer than five acceptable scores.
Members without an established handicap may obtain a temporary club handicap computed upon a minimum of five attested scores. This temporary club handicap will be acceptable for entry in handicap tournaments.
The primary purpose of the World Handicap System is to provide fair handicaps for all players, regardless of ability or where the game is played, that will result in fair matches for all.
To ensure this “fairness,” members have responsibilities that include:
Posting of all “adjusted gross scores”. Gross scores are adjusted according to the World Handicap System procedures. Details of the ESC procedures will be net double-bogey, par + 2. Nine-hole scoring is accepted in the system. Notices of this scoring procedure will be posted. Posting a score for incomplete rounds if 13 or more holes are played is mandatory. For holes not played, the player assumes a score of part handicap for the hole according to his/her handicap. Your handicap index will be revised daily, you will need to know your course handicap. If golfing as a single, you are not eligible to post your score.
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Golf Academy
Vaughan Abel
PGA Head Professional vabel@heritagegolfgroup.com
Bryan Klinder
PGA Assistant Professional bklinder@heritagegolfgroup.com
Jordan Abel
Teaching Professional abel.brcc1926@gmail.com
Golf Lessons
BRCC offers instruction for golfers of all abilities and ages. From private lessons to group classes to ongoing coaching programs, we have instruction options to suit your needs.
Junior Golf
The Professional Golf Staff at BRCC is dedicated to growing the future of the game by offering a friendly and fun atmosphere for students of different skill levels to learn the game of golf and its traditions.
• Open to all children ages 6 –17
• Multiple platforms including Summer Camps and Clinics.
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Pool & Club House
When it’s time to relax, kick back by the crystal-blue pool at Basking Ridge Country Club. The Club’s vacation-like atmosphere is hard to beat. A full-service operation offers, pool side chairs, umbrellas, changing areas and showers. Enjoy lunch and your favorite beverages seven days a week pool side, at the Pool Snack Bar, or wherever you choose to lounge. Outside food and beverage are not permitted at the pool.
Pool Hours 10:30am – 7:30pm Memorial Day – Labor Day Open weekends only initially until Saturday, June 15, then open 7 days a week until Labor Day.
Guest Fees & Policy Members & guests should do their part in making a day at the pool a pleasant experience for everyone. In doing so, please be mindful of the following policy and procedures.
• All Members and their guests are expected to register before entering the swimming pool area.
• Country Club appropriate swim wear is required at the pool.
• The same guest may come a maximum of 5 times per season.
Guest Fee $10.00 Daily Paid by member charge only.
Private Swim Lessons $30 per half hour Available through our Swim Coach Abby.
Swim Team Come be part of a competitive Swim team this summer at Basking Ridge Country Club! This is an opportunity for your child to improve their swimming technique and be part of a swim team that meets the needs of both the novice and experienced swimmer. Requirements are for the child to be able to swim length of the pool unassisted. GO BARRACUDAS!!
Member Events
Each season will be packed full of member events catering to all demographics of our Membership! Stay up to date on the up coming events on Basking Ridge Country Club, along with weekly email newsletters, The BRCC Facebook Page, Instagram and signage in the Clubhouse.
Registration is required for all Member Events. Please RSVP via Members First.
Premier Events
• Easter Brunch
• Spring Fling
• Mother’s Day Brunch
• Season Kickoff
• Chef’s Dinners
• Member Guest Tournament
• Wine Dinners
• Fall Fest
• Poolside BBQ’s
• Breakfast with Santa
• Member Mixers
Club Advisory Board
The Advisory Board helps to advise and counsel the General Manager on items relating to the conduct of Club affairs. They will represent the entire Membership on matters that might affect the harmonious relationship between the membership and the management of the Club.
2024 Advisory Board
Jeannie Diefenderfer
Hank Schoeler
Matthew Hill
Thomas Kingsley
Amy DeMilt
Stephen Johnson
Kim Richards
Susan Woodruff
Private Events
We’re so glad you’re here, welcome to Basking Ridge Country Club! Located in the rolling hills of Basking Ridge, New Jersey, we pride ourselves on being the premier event space in Somerset County. Your experience and that of your guests will be expertly tailored to your desires by our passionate event team.
For every special occasion in your life, we provide the atmosphere, elegance, and gourmet catering that create beautiful memories. From grand to intimate, from indoor elegance to outdoor beauty, from personal milestones, golf outings to corporate events, we invite you to celebrate at Basking Ridge Country Club.
Our main ballroom and attached balcony overlooking the course can accommodate up to 180 guests, with multiple configurations available to suit the size and goals of your event. For a more intimate setting our Ridge Room can accommodate up to 60 people. We also expertly accommodate corporate meetings and dinner parties.
Our dedicated staff will work with you to coordinate the perfect food service, and setting. We couldn’t be more excited to be a part of your special occasion.
For more information, please contact our Private Events Team at 908.953.8092
Jessica Quesada Director of Catering jquesada@heritagegolfgroup.com
Heritage Golf Group’s prestigious golf properties have won numerous awards and continue to garner praise and rave reviews within our portfolio of well-known and acclaimed golf properties spanning South Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Wisconsin, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois. We are uniquely poised to expand through the acquisition of a tightly focused and selective group of first-rate clubs.
Our mission is to evolve the country club experience to the highest level on the cutting edge of tradition by honoring the current traditions while enhancing and elevating the member and guest experience at each of our premier private, resort and daily fee golf facilities. Heritage Golf Group works closely with only the finest companies in golf. We value our business relationships and strive to provide our Members and Guests with the best service and experiences.
