How to Plan a Golf Outing at Great Gorge and What to Expect

May 28, 2025

When you’re trying to organize a golf outing, whether it’s for work, a fundraiser, or just getting the group together, finding the right venue makes all the difference. Great Gorge Golf Club in Vernon, NJ has been hosting groups for years, and there’s a good reason why people keep coming back.

What Makes Great Gorge Work for Groups

The club sits on 500 acres and has three different 9-hole courses that George Fazio designed. Each one plays differently, which keeps things interesting no matter who’s in your group. You could have someone who plays every weekend alongside someone who hasn’t touched a club in years, and both will find something to enjoy.

Golf outings provide excellent team building opportunities through mixed-skill team assignments that encourage mentorship, shared dining experiences that extend interaction beyond the course, and relaxed outdoor settings that promote professional development discussions.

The Vernon based golf club handles groups anywhere from 20 people up to 180, so it works whether you’re planning something small or need to accommodate a bigger crowd.

What You Get with Your Golf Outing

Four men posing together at The Great Gorge in Vernon, NJ, representing the fore passes, smiling and enjoying the day on the course with scenic fairways in the background.

The nice thing about booking here is that most everything you need comes with the package. Your group gets greens fees, carts for everyone, and access to the driving range. We throw in a $5 credit for the pro shop too, which is always appreciated.

We also set up those classic golf contests – longest drive, closest to the pin – that get people engaged even if they’re not taking their scores too seriously. You can book any day of the week ahead of time, which gives you flexibility with scheduling.

The Mid-Week Deal

If you can swing a Monday through Wednesday outing (holidays excluded), The Great Gorge Golf Club offers a special rate that’s worth considering. It’s $99 per person instead of the usual $125, and you avoid the weekend rush.

This package starts with 8 AM tee times, and you can register as early as 7. Along with everything mentioned above, we include continental breakfast and a BBQ afterward. It’s a solid value, especially if you’re working with a budget.

Mid-week scheduling provides substantial savings without compromising quality, while package customization eliminates unnecessary services while maintaining core experiences. Organizations can explore sponsorship integration through local business partnerships or fundraising elements for charitable events.

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Food and Drinks

Close-up of a delicious dish served at Hef's Hut in The Great Gorge, Vernon, NJ, highlighting the dining experience that complements the indoor golf simulator.

Great Gorge handles the catering in-house, which simplifies things when you’re organizing. The continental breakfast covers the basics – bagels, pastries, muffins, coffee. For lunch, we do a BBQ spread with pulled pork sliders, sausage and peppers, BBQ chicken, plus all the usual sides like potato salad and coleslaw.

We can accommodate different dietary needs too – vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are available if you let them know ahead of time. After the round, you can try our craft beers, which we brew on-site.

Making Your Golf Outing More Fun

Those built-in contests add some extra excitement to the day. Even people who don’t usually get competitive about their golf seem to enjoy trying for longest drive or closest to the pin. It gives everyone something to talk about during lunch.

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How to Plan A Golf Outing? Getting the Most Out of It

A few things that help:

  • Book as early as you can, especially for mid-week dates or larger groups. 
  • Let us know about any dietary restrictions when you’re making arrangements. 
  • Decide whether 18 or 27 holes works better based on your group’s experience and how much time you have. 
  • Consider setting up simple prizes or awards to make the contests more meaningful.

At the Great Gorge Golf Club, we have a custom quote request form that lets you tailor things to what your group specifically needs.

The Final Verdict on Planning a Golf Outing

Great Gorge delivers a solid golf outing experience without a lot of complications. The setting is nice, the staff knows how to handle groups, and the packages cover most of what you need for a successful day.

Whether you’re planning something for the office, organizing a fundraiser, or just want to get friends together for golf, it’s worth looking into what we offer. Event organizers can begin planning through direct consultation with Great Gorge’s coordination team, ensuring customized solutions that align with specific objectives and budget requirements.

Want to get started? You can book directly or request more information to start planning your outing.

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