A traditional golf course design respects the land because ‘the land came first.' It follows the natural contours without cutting off mountains, creating outrageous forced carries, or building false islands. Many of today's newer designs would look the same regardless of where they were built as they have little respect for the raw land.

Look in the Dictionary Under “Traditional Golf Course” and You'll See a Photo of Bowling Green.

Early golf course architects (and a few of the newer generation) built golf courses to provide a respite from city landscapes. Most golf courses were part of a ‘country' club. Bowling Green provides a beautiful environment well away from the city. As you play the course, views of the mountains spring up around every corner.

Also, the layout also takes advantage of the tall red pine trees and majestic oaks that flank the course. The back nine incorporates natural ponds and wetlands to provide additional variety and strategic interest.

Call us at 973-697-8688 or Click Here to book a tee time to see a traditional golf course that's also very affordable.

As You Stand Over That Four-Footer To Seal the Game—All You Hear are The Birds Chirping and the Quiet Wind Through the Trees.

The traditional golf course provides the golfer with the sounds of nature, not the sounds of a highway or interstate or airport. At Bowling Green, you are truly in the heart of the country. Just the chance to de-compress is worth the price of admission at Bowling Green. That's why many golfers arrive early at Bowling Green and spend the entire day.

A Traditional Golf Course Provides the Opportunity Walk

A traditional design welcomes (with outstretched arms) the player who wants to walk. The distance between greens and tees is minimal and there are no ‘forced carries' around weird hazards. You can ride anytime at Bowling Green but you can walk anytime as well—in the finest traditions of the great game of golf.

Gently Undulating Terrain Makes For Great Golf

The original great links courses in the British Isles had gently undulating terrain—the heart and soul of great golf land. Bowling Green's site provides the perfect pitch and roll so that every hole is different and the course presents a constantly changing portfolio of interesting challenges. The land and the traditional design demands a combination of accuracy, power, and thought. A Traditional Design Means Faster Play

With greens and tees close together, it's simply quicker to get from hole to hole. Plus the absence of artificial features means that if you stray a little from the fairway, you're probably going to find your ball quickly and then be able to play that epic recovery shot. One of the great traditions of golf is playing quickly and not having to wait forever for the group ahead.

Discover the Joy of Hitting a Draw or Fade

A traditional golf course like Bowling Green includes numerous doglegs and green complexes that invite most any player to experience the pure joy of pulling off a controlled shot.

Call us at 973-697-8688 or Click Here to book a tee time to see a traditional golf course that's also very affordable.

The Grill Room

With its commitment to a four-hour round and consistently excellent conditioning, Bowling Green attracts golfers from all over the area.

But Bowling Green attracts plenty of non-golfers as well-drawn to the club by The Grill Room.

Don't let its modest name and décor fool you: The Grill Room is upscale casual dining in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with wonderful views of the golf club and the hills beyond. Think of it as your very own country club grill room although you don't have to be a member.

The Grill Room serves lunch and dinner during the golf season and dinner throughout the year. The menu changes by adding fresh, seasonal specials each weekend, while always including favorites like The Grill Room Salad, Rigatoni ‘Botta Bing' or aged Angus steaks.

There's also an extensive dessert menu every day plus an impressive and varied wine list. The Grill Room Club offers members special benefits including free selections from the children's menu at certain times. The Grill Room is also happy to host special events like rehearsal dinners, anniversary celebrations, plus corporate lunches and dinners.

Hours:

Lunch Service Daily from 11am to close

Dinner Service Sunday through Thursday, from 5pm to 9:30pm Friday & Saturday from 5pm to 10pm

To book a reservation at The Grill Room, whether you're a golfer or not, call 973-697-8688 or Click Here to request an event!

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Gift Cards are available for purchase in our Pro Shop or Restaurant

Lessons and Clinics

George Heslin is a seasoned Golf Professional with over 14 years of experience. He has extensive knowledge of the golf swing and modern teaching strategies. With his breath of experience and knowledge and a state-of-the-art video swing analysis system, George can improve any golfer's game, from beginner to advanced.

In addition, George has introduced hundreds of juniors to the game of golf.

George is available for private, semi-private and group lessons, as well as playing lessons on the golf course. He is dedicated to providing a full panoply of golf instruction to all those interested in the game.

George is a resident of Jefferson Township, where he lives with his wife and two children.

Click Here to request lesson information, or call 973-697-8688.

Pro Shop

The golf shop at Bowling Green offers great merchandise, designed to get you to the first tee in style and fully equipped for your game.

Our apparel comes from Ashworth, Greg Norman, and Sun Mountain and a number of other outstanding brands. It's a great place to shop for birthday or holiday gifts for the golfer in your life. We can also provide outstanding prizes for your next golf outing.

The shop also stocks the very popular Sun Mountain speed carts that make walking even more fun.

We carry some drivers, hybrids and wedges. Our staff also offers custom-fitting for special orders. Our shop is a Certified Titleist Fitting Center so that you can get clubs that are perfectly suited to your swing and body shape. You'll be amazed at how much of a difference it will make in your score.

The shop also provides a computerized and official handicap system and can set you up with lessons or information on golf outings.

To book a tee time at Bowling Green Click Here or call 973-697-8688.

Public Fees

Fall Rates now in place--Call Pro Shop for Details at 973.697.8688

A word about the weather...      While our cancellation policy is 24 hours is advance, we do not hold players responsible for a reserved tee time in the case of inclement weather. In addition, we provide rain checks for the unused portion of your green fees in the event you can not finish due to the weather. Anyway... how accurate are those 3, 5 and 10 day forecasts?

From: April 1, 2009

Monday thru Thursday:

Open - 8:30am

$ 49

8.30am - 12noon

$ 65

12noon - 2 pm

$ 59

Twilight 2pm - 5pm

$ 45

From 5pm

$ 27

Friday

Open - 8:30am

$ 65

8.30am - 2pm

$ 95

Twilight 2pm - 5pm

$ 49

From 5pm

$ 29

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

Open - 12noon

$ 95

12noon - 3pm

$ 69

Twilight 3pm - 5pm

$ 49

From 5pm

$ 35

Walking is always permitted... For those who prefer, cart fees are as follows: Push Cart    $5 Electric (per person)  $18

Only have time for 9 Holes… Weekday  $35 Friday thru Sunday $35 Early morning times; back-nine only

Junior Golfers: 14 and under playing with a paying adult: After 5pm   $10

Special rates: Seniors (60+) and residents of Jefferson Township: Apply at all times except Friday through Sunday before Twilight.       Call the Pro Shop at 973.697.8688                 for details.

***Groups of 16 or more are always welcome and can be booked             beyond the 14 day reservation limit.***

For starting times and information, please contact

Jeni Bishop, Events Coordinator

Our new Frequent Player program is rolling out on April 1st, featuring Apres Golf FUN and the opportunity to earn Free Golf. It works like this:

            Register for the FP program when you come in to play your first round. Receive a souvenir drink coaster with the Bowling Green logo. After your round, the coaster entitles you to 1/2 price menu items from the Apres Golf menu (appetizers, lunch entrees, wine, draft beer and beverages). Collect more coasters with each round you play. Bring in 4 coasters and your next green fee is FREE!

           So go ahead and finish off a good day of golf with your friends in the Grill Room and earn something towards your next round.

              REWARDS YOU CAN USE AND ENJOY FROM DAY ONE!