OXBOW COUNTRY CLUB 2022
GOLF GUIDE GOLF PROGRAMS • GOLF EVENTS • MEMBER PRIVILEGES
GOLF PROFESSIONALS HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL
COREY HERLICKSON, PGA Corey was born in Ft. Huachuca, AZ but spent most of his life in Grand Forks. He graduated from the University of North Dakota with a bachelor’s degree in both Secondary Education and History. He worked as an assistant golf professional in Las Vegas for almost 4 years before becoming the Head Golf Professional at The Meadows Golf Course in Moorhead. He's been the Head Golf Professional at Oxbow Country Club since 2018. Corey lives in Moorhead with his wife Stacey, son Isaac, and daughter Abigail. DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION
BEN WALKER, PGA
Ben was raised in Wahpeton, ND. He has earned a B.A. in Business Administration from Jamestown College (03), a Master of Business Administration from University of Mary (06) and an Educational Specialist from University of Idaho (16). He is also Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified, US Kids Jr. Certified. Ben has a passion for the game of golf and in particular, teaching the game.
SECOND ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL
SAM HENDRICKS Sam was born and raised in Fargo and developed a passion for the game of golf at a very young age. He went to Davies and graduated in ’15 after he won the Class A ND State Championship at Edgewood. After that Sam went to Concordia, where he golfed for two years and graduated in ’19 with a B.A. in Psychology. Sam is currently working through the PGA Professional Golf Management Program where he hopes to become a full member in a few years. This is his first job in the golf industry and is eager and excited to continue working towards a career in golf.
2022 GOLF EVENT SCHEDULE May 7 May 21
The Opener Member-Member
June 16-18 June 26-27
Battle at the Bow Men's Bus Trip
July 4 July 4 July 16 July 27 July 30-31
4th of July Best Ball 4th of July Scramble The Derby Ladies Best Ball Women's Bus Trip
August 6-7 August 14
NDGA Best Ball Parent/Child
September 9 September 17
Glow Ball Oxbow Hot Ball
October TBD
Jack-O-Lantern
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GOLF EVENTS TO REGISTER FOR GOLF EVENTS GO TO WWW.GOLFGENIUS.COM. IN THE TOP RIGHT CORNER CLICK THE SIGN IN TAB. ENTER THE EVENT GGID IN THE TOP SLOT AND PROCEED TO SIGN UP. NOTE: FOR THE MEMBER/MEMBER, BATTLE AT THE BOW AND THE DERBY TOURNAMENTS, IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE YOU MUST BE THE FULL DUES PAYING MEMBER AND BE 21+
THE OPENER Date & Time: May 7th, 10am Shotgun Start Format: 3-Person Scramble. Net and Gross Divisions Entry Fee: $45/Member, $60/Guest Includes lunch and prizing GGID: OCCOPENER2022 Registration Begins: April 1st, 10am Deadline to Register: May 6th, 4pm MEMBER/MEMBER TOURNAMENT Date & Time: May 21st, 10 AM Shotgun Start Format: 2 Person Shamble Entry Fee: $100/team GGID: OCCMM2022 Registration Begins: April 1st, 10am Deadline to Register: May 20th, 4pm BATTLE AT THE BOW MEMBER/GUEST TOURNAMENT Date & Time: June 16th – 18th Format: 2 Person Match Play with shootout Entry Fee: $700/2-Person Team GGID: OCCBATBXII Registration Begins: March 1st, 12pm Deadline to Register: March 31st, 10:59pm MEN'S BUS TRIP Date & Time: June 26-27 Location: Jackpot Junction, Morton MN Price: $300.00: covers bus, golf, breakfast on Monday & double occupancy room Join us for our annual Men's Bus Trip at ! We will play 18 holes the first day and 18 holes the second day before heading back home.
GOLF EVENTS LADIES NIGHT MEMBER-GUEST SCRAMBLE Date & Time: June 29th, 6pm Shotgun Start Format: S Entry Fee: $45/Member, $60/Guest includes Breakfast, Lunch & Prizing GGID: OCCLBB2022 Registration Begins: June 1st,10am Deadline to Register: July 26th, 4pm 4TH OF JULY BEST BALL Date & Time: July 4th, 9 AM Shotgun Start Format: 2-Person Best Ball. Net and Gross Divisions Entry Fee: $45/Member, $60/Guest GGID: OCCJBB2022 Registration Begins: June 1st, 10am Deadline to Register: July 3rd, 4pm 4TH OF JULY SCRAMBLE Date & Time: July 4th, 1:40PM Tee Times Format: 9-Hole Scramble for parents and juniors 18 and under; multiple divisions based on age Entry Fee: $25/Family includes prizing THE DERBY Date & Time: July 16th, 10:00 AM Shotgun Start, 4:00 PM Derby Shootout Format: 2-Person Best Ball, Member/Member or Member/Guest Entry Fee: $95/Player GGID: OCCDERBY2022 Registration Begins: June 1st, 10am Deadline to Register: July 15th, 4pm LADIES BEST BALL Date & Time: July 27th, 9 AM Shotgun Start Format: 2-Person Best Ball Entry Fee: $45/Member, $60/Guest includes Breakfast, Lunch & Prizing GGID: OCCLBB2022 Registration Begins: June 1st,10am Deadline to Register: July 26th, 4pm
GOLF EVENTS LADIES BUS TRIP Date & Time: July 30th-31st Location: Jackpot Junction, Morton MN Price: $275.00- covers bus, golf, breakfast on Sunday & double occupancy room Join us for our annual women's bus trip. NDGA BEST BALL Date: August 6th-7th To Register: Sign up on www.ndgolf.org Format: Open tournament, 2-Person Best Ball Entry Fee: $350/Team PARENT/CHILD Date: August 14th Time: Book your own tee time Format: Alternate Shot Entry Fee: $25/team includes prizing Child must be in high school or younger GLOW BALL Date & Time: September 9th, 7:00 PM Chili & Social/8:00 PM Shotgun Format: 6-Person Scramble Entry Fee: TBD will include chili bar, prizing, and one glow-in the dark ball (per person) OXBOW HOT BALL Date & Time: September 17th, 10 AM Shotgun Start** Format: 4-Person Teams, Hot Ball plus 3-Person Scramble Entry Fee: $45/Member, $60/Guest includes lunch & prizing GGID: OCCHB2022 Registration Begins: August 1st, 10am Deadline to Register: September 16th, 4pm JACK-O-LANTERN DATE & TIME: TBD Format: Entry Fee: $45/Member, $60/Guest includes lunch & prizing
WEEKLY PLAY SCHEDULE
Juniors are considered to be members 18 or under and still in school. To participate in Men's Day, member must be at least 18 years of age and finished with high school.
LEAGUE
M E N ' S P R O G R A M S
MEN’S 9 HOLE LEAGUE
Dates: Tuesdays, May 17th- July 26th Playoffs: August 2nd, 9th,16th Tee Time: 6 PM Shotgun Start Format: 4 Person Teams play against another team in various formats (should have 2 subs as well) Price: $500 per team Registration: Please register in sign-up binder in golf shop
WOMEN’S 9 HOLE LEAGUE Dates: Tuesdays, May 17th- July 26th Playoffs: August 2nd, 9th, 16th Tee Time:6 PM Shotgun Start Format: 2 Person Teams play against another team in various formats (need one sub as well) Price: $250 per team Pre-Season Registration: Please register with golf shop team
MEN'S DAY & LADIES NIGHT M E N ' S
MEN’S DAY Dates: Thursdays P R O G R A M S Tee Time: 11 AM – Sunset Format: Various formats with a skin’s games each week Start a new tradition and plan to take Thursday afternoons off. Make you own tee time or join one of the regular weekly groups. Whether you are just starting to play or are a scratch golfer, Men’s Day is about tradition, friendship, and great golf. A season long points race ends in a 10person shoot-out at the end of the year! LADIES NIGHT Dates: Wednesdays, May 25-August 10th Clinic: 5:45 PM, $10 per person; scrambles and member guest are $40/per person and include dinner/prizing. Tee Time: 6:15 PM Format: 3, 6- or 9-hole golf game $5 per person Join us on Wednesday evenings for a half-hour ladies golf clinic. Clinic topics will vary each week. Every lady in attendance will receive a free cocktail of the week! Following the clinic, put your skills to the test on the course and participate in an optional golf game of the week. Once a month, we take a break from the Ladies’ Night format to bring you a fun themed scramble instead of a clinic: June 8th: Roaring Twen-tees July 13th: Disney Fairway-Tale August 10th: Birdies & Boos (Halloween) New for 2022: Ladies Night Member-Guest: June 29th, 6pm shotgun start. Bring a guest and then the golf shop will pair you up with another team to participate in a 4 person scramble. $40/person includes dinner, prizing & a tee gift.
JUNIOR PROGRAMS
PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE Dates: June - August Recommended Ages: 7 - 13 Fee: $300/Child Fee (includes team jersey, and a t-shirt, welcome pizza party, swag, PGA instruction, and end of the season banquet) PGA Jr. League is a summer-long program that features team scramble matches against other local Fargo-Moorhead facilities. Think of it as little league for golf! Team scrambles will take place on Mondays starting at 6:00 pm. The PGA Jr. League program also includes weekly practice sessions at Oxbow on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. PGA Jr. League is open to Golf Members, grandchildren of Golf Members, and Social Members Parent Expectations: We are asking parents of the PGA Junior League to attend ½ of the matches their child plays. Parents are important for support, score keeping and assisting with pace of play. Since PGA Junior League is a “team” format, participation is key. Thus, it is very important parents communicate well in advance if Juniors cannot participate during a given week. Short notice cancellations and "no show’s” make it difficult to field a team.
OXBOW JUNIOR GOLF CAMP Dates: June 20th – 24th Ages 7 - 9: 8:30AM – 10:30AM Daily Ages 10 – 13: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Daily Cost: $125/Member and $150/Guest (Price includes a daily snack and tee prize.) Register: https://www.oxbowcountryclub.com/golfcamp Oxbow’s Junior Golf Camp is the perfect way to get your children involved in the game of golf! Topics of instruction include everything from golf etiquette to swing mechanics. The week will end with a team scramble on the course on Friday! The Junior Golf Camp is also open to Social Members and guests. Registration for members will open March 27th. Guest signup will begin May 15th, pending availability.
SNAG ( STARTING NEW AT GOLF) CLINICS Ages 4-6 Dates: June 29, July 6,13, 20, 27, August 10 Times: 2pm-2:45pm Cost per Session: $10/Member $20/Social Member Register: In the app SNAG is the perfect modified system for children to effectively learn how to play golf. A playful approach based on fun, SNAG’s teaching components expedite the learning process and create a positive, yet challenging, atmosphere while developing motor skills and fundamentals. Sign up in the app. You must be signed up by 6pm the Friday prior to each week.
OPERATION 36 OPERATION 36 CLINICS (AGES 5-14) This summer our junior golf clinics will be utilizing the Operation 36 programming in our golf clinics that are open for ages 5-14 Operation 36's Developmental Programs provide you with everything you need to learn to play golf. We know that learning to play golf can be an overwhelming and frustrating experience if you don't have a clear plan! That is why Operation 36 provides beginners with the most effective developmental programs and technology to learn to play golf. Become a skilled golfer by following a motivating roadmap to shooting Par (36) or better for 9 holes! We will have an informational session on Operation 36 in May. If your child is going to participate in any clinics or you would like to learn more about the program we encourage you to attend. Date will be determined soon. 9 WEEK SESSIONS AVAILABLE. DROP IN SPOTS EACH WEEK, DEPENDING UPON AVAILABILITY. Times: Tuesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm or Wednesdays 8:30am-10:30am (includes one hour guided practice on course) Tuesday Dates: June 7, 14, 28, July 5,12,19,26, August 9,16 Wednesday dates: June 8, 15, 29 July 6,13, 20, 27, August 10, 17 Cost: For all Tuesday sessions: $135/Member $225/Social Member For all Wednesday sessions: $225/Member $315/Social Member Drop in pricing (depending upon availability weekly): Tuesdays: $15/Member $25/Social Member Wednesdays:$25/Member $35/Social Member Registration for 9 week Tuesday and Wednesday sessions runs until May 15th. After that any spots left will be open for drop in availability each week. You will be able to register for drop in classes on the app/website. Drop in classes must be signed up for by 6pm the Friday prior to each week. Register: https://www.oxbowcountryclub.com/golfclinics
COUPLE'S GOLF & FAMILY GOLF COUPLES NIGHT Dates: Fridays, May 27th- September 9th Tee Time: 6 PM Shotgun
M E N ' S P R O G R A M S
Start your weekend off right with Couples Night at Oxbow! This six-person scramble is a great way to relax and unwind at your club! Couples’ Golf is also open to social members. Don't have a 6 person team don't worry as we can match you up with other members for a team, just let us know. Also new this year, the first Friday couple's golf of each month we will have a random draw for teams. Please take note of the featured Couples Nights, found below: May 27th: Kick-off & New Member Welcome July 15th: Couples’ Derby Night July 29th: Kid's Night in Conjunction with Couples’ Golf August 19th: Vegas Night September 9th: Glow Ball
FAMILY GOLF DAY Dates: Sundays, June 5 – August 14 Tee Time: 3 PM – 4 PM Make Oxbow your golf destination for the entire family! Every Sunday you will enjoy tee times spread apart by 15 minutes so you can play at your own pace. A Professional Staff Member will also be on the practice tee to give golf tips and pointers on the third Sunday of each month.
MEMBER & GUEST FEES Tee Times: Guests are permitted any time Golf Fees: $100.00 accompanied (includes cart) $125.00 unaccompanied (includes cart) $60.00 accompanied 9 holes (includes cart) $75.00 unaccompanied 9 holes (includes cart) $20.00 for juniors age 18 and younger still in high school. Trackman Simulator Guest Fees: $10/hr per guest Members bringing golfing guests must register them at the golf shop. This privilege shall not be extended to such person living within 50 miles of the Fargo/Moorhead metro area more often than one day in each calendar month. The accompanied guest fee rate applies. MEMBER FEES Club Storage Fees Service fee of $85.00 is charged for this optional service. $150.00 with a push cart. Driving Range Fees There is no fee charged for this service for any members. Handicap Service Fees All full golf members are not charged for a USGA Handicap. Social members are charged $35.00 for this service for one membership year. Motorized Golf Car Fees There is no fee for motorized golf carts as they are a part of your membership.
GOLF PARTNERSHIPS We have partnerships we have with the following golf groups that will allow you to play their golf courses any time of the year: ClubCorp: The ClubCorp family has more than 200 golf and country clubs, city clubs and stadium clubs spans more than half the country, the District of Columbia and two foreign countries. Thompson Golf Group: The Thompson Golf Group has three properties located throughout the Valley in Arizona and one in Northern Minnesota. OpenRounds: OpenRounds is a platform serving private golf clubs and their members. It provides an access point for golfers belonging to clubs enrolled in the network, allowing these members to seamlessly explore and book golf accommodations at affiliated private clubs. If you would like to find out more about these opportunities please ask the golf shop and they will provide you more details.
TRACKMAN SIMULATOR TrackMan’s simulator golf solutions delivers an experience that redefines what is possible to achieve in a simulator environment. Every training session, every hole you play, every fun tournament you have with your friends... it’s all faithful to the true feeling of the game. World-famous courses appear in simply stunning detail. The gameplay is unbelievably smooth, all your club and ball data is shown with unerring, pinpoint accuracy. So if you think you know what simulator golf can do, think again. Access to the simulator is included with your membership.
MEMBER PRIVILEGES GOLF MEMBERS Golf Members are entitled to full privileges of the club. LIMITED GOLF MEMBERS Golf Course Limited golf members are able to play the course only at the following times: Mon: Anytime, pending availability (Course opens at 12pm) Tue., Wed., Fri.: Tee off no later than noon, off course by 4pm Thurs.: Must tee off no later than 10am, off course by 2pm Sat.-Sun: Must tee off after 2pm Couple's Golf - Limited golf members can participate in Couple's Golf Junior Golf Programs - Limited golf members can participate in all Oxbow junior golf programs Limited golf members are NOT eligible for the member-guest or Derby tournaments. Practice Facility Limited golf members are entitled to use the practice tee and practice green on a daily basis. TrackMan Simulator Limited golf members are entitled to play golf on the simulator twice per month. SOCIAL MEMBERS Golf Course Social Members are entitled to play golf on the golf course one time per month and must pay the accompanied guest rate when they play. Couple's Golf - Social members can participate in Couple's Golf Junior Golf Programs - Junior social members can participate in all Oxbow junior golf programs Practice Facility Social Members are entitled to use the practice tee and practice green on a daily basis. TrackMan Simulator Social Members are entitled to play golf on the simulator one time per month and must pay the guest rate when they play. JUNIORS The mission of the junior program is to create a positive and fun learning environment for every junior. Each junior will be given the opportunity to learn the customs of Oxbow, traditions of the game, care for the course and basic rules of golf. It is a team effort between the golf professional team and parents to attain this goal, so we ask that parents assist the golf professional team in this education. Parents are responsible for the conduct and behavior of their children while at the club. Misconduct of any kind will not be tolerated. If necessary, course access and practice privileges may be removed at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
GOLF ETIQUETTE All golfers must register in the golf shop prior to each round of play. The rule applies to all players, regardless of type of membership or guest status. All golfers must ride two to a golf cart unless there is an odd number of golfers. Play may not start on the 10th tee without the permission from the golf shop. Proper attire must be worn at all times on the golf course, as well as in any golf practice area (driving range, putting green, short game area). The dress code shall apply to adults, as well as children over the age of 12. The dress code shall also apply to all guests, family guests, and rental guests. It is the members responsibility to ensure guests wear proper attire. a. Shorts are permissible attire for both men and women provided they are Bermuda length or walking shorts. Shorts, skorts, and skirts may not be shorter than 6” above the knee for both men and women. b. Running shorts, cut-offs, cargo shorts, denim shorts, and tennis shorts are not acceptable attire. c. Bathing suits, tank tops, or tee shirts are not acceptable attire d. Neat jeans are permitted, no holes in jeans are allowed. e. Men must wear collared shirts, blade collars are OK as well. Women may wear collared shirts, or they may wear designer collarless golf shirts, but tee shirts or tank tops are not acceptable. Women may wear sleeveless golf shirts with a collar. Men and women may wear their shirts untucked if designed as such. f. Short sleeve and long sleeve mock turtle-neck shirts are permissible. g. Golf shoes with soft spikes or tennis shoes must be worn. No metal spikes are acceptable. The Golf Shop staff shall have the right to deny play on the course or practice areas to anyone not dressed accordingly. U.S.G.A. rules govern all play except where posted local rules and conditions specify otherwise. No coolers or beverages allowed on the course unless furnished by the Club. If a group loses one clear hole, it shall invite the following group to play through. The slower group shall not play until the players going through are out of range. Should a slower group fail to permit the following group to play through, the players behind should signify their intent to play through and do so. Players entering bunkers shall smooth out and rake all depressions after completing play. All divots must be carefully replaced. Repair all ball marks promptly on reaching the green. Keep carts 30 feet from all tee boxes and greens.
Golf Carts Golf Carts are not to be driven closer than thirty (30) feet from the green, tee box, or between trap and green. Use cart paths whenever possible. Carts are only permitted on the course during normal operating hours and may be prohibited or restricted in the event of adverse weather conditions. Any damage to a cart or Club property is the responsibility of the renter. Rental carts may not be removed from Club property. Golf carts are limited to one cart per twosome, or two carts per foursome, regardless if club owned cart or member owned cart. Only validly licensed drivers may rent or operate a cart. Privately owned power carts may be owned and operated by Oxbow members who are residents of Oxbow, ND per the provisions that are listed on the application for personal golf cart use. Carts must be operated under the 90-degree rule: stay on cart path or, when no path available, in the rough. When opposite your ball, drive straight to it. After hitting ball, return to cart path or rough. Under no circumstances are carts to be driven in “native” fescue areas. All drivers of golf carts, club owned or member owned, need to be a licensed driver.
Practice Facility Practice Facility hours are from sun-up until sundown, except Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays. The practice facility opens at 11am on Monday and closes two hours before sundown on Wednesdays and Sundays for grooming. The practice facility is included with all memberships. Proper golf attire must be worn on the driving range at all times. Club Storage Club storage available by contacting the golf shop.
FAQ'S Does the club host member golf events? Yes. The club hosts many golf events throughout the year including club championships, member-member events, member-guest events, and more. The format for most events is set up so that players of all skill levels can compete and have fun.
How do I make a tee time? Tee time reservations can be made through our app, by calling the golf shop, or by going on our website, www.oxbowcc.com. Why is the club closed on Mondays? The club is closed on Monday mornings for maintenance, and opens at noon for member play. However, Oxbow CC does have outside golf events most Mondays and some Wednesdays (as approved by the board of directors) during the season. Check the member calendar on www.oxbowcc.com or call the golf shop to check availability on Mondays and Tuesdays. Does the club offer golf instruction? Yes. Oxbow Country Club offers a one of a kind learning experience for players of all skill levels. For the beginner, we introduce the game in a non-intimidating and fun atmosphere. For the experienced player, our facilities have state-of-the-art technology and professional instructors with experience teaching at the highest competitive levels. For junior golfers we offer a multitude of programs designed to take them to the next level of competitive play. For more information, please contact the pro shop. Is there a Women’s Golf program? Yes! The Oxbow CC Women’s Golf Committee is responsible for planning out large women’s events during the season, in conjunction with the club. We encourage all members of the family to get involved in the game of golf. Contact Corey Herlickson, PGA Golf Professional, for more information on ladies nights, women’s tournaments, and more. Do family members have club privileges? Yes. All membership categories include the primary member’s spouse and any children that are under the age of 21 and living at home; and children up to age 25, if they are full-time college students. Do Social Members get to enjoy any golf-related perks? Yes. Social members can utilize our driving range and practice facilities. The club has a quality driving range, practice short game area and practice putting greens. Additionally, our social membership can participate in couples golf events and our junior golf programs.
CONNECT WITH US GOLF SHOP golfshop@oxbowcc.com GENERAL MANAGER Sedi Halvorson - sedi@oxbowcc.com HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL Corey Herlickson - corey@oxbowcc.com DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION Ben Walker- benjamin.j.walker@gmail.com SUPERINTENDENT David Wood - davidw@oxbowcc.com