The Great Outdoors Golf Club
Brevard’s Best Kept Secret...
A Note From Our Pro Welcome to the 2026-2027 golf season at The Great Outdoors Golf Club! On behalf of our entire staff, thank you for being part of our golf community here in Titusville. Whether you are a year-round resident, seasonal member, weekly group player, or one of our many regular guests, we truly appreciate your support and participation at The Great Outdoors Golf Club. This Event Guide has been created to help make your experience at the club as enjoyable and convenient as possible throughout the season. Inside, you will find important information regarding golf shop policies, course rules, tee time procedures, tournament schedules, weekly events, lessons and instruction opportunities, merchandise offerings, handicap information, and much more. Our goal is to provide a welcoming, fun, and active golf environment for players of all skill levels. From competitive tournaments and league play to social scrambles and instructional programs, we hope there is something in this guide for everyone to enjoy. We also encourage you to take advantage of everything the club has to offer beyond the golf course. Our staff works hard to create a friendly atmosphere where golfers can connect, compete, improve, and enjoy being part of the community. Thank you again for choosing The Great Outdoors Golf Club. We are excited for another great season and look forward to seeing you around the Golf Shop, on the driving range, and out on the course. Have a wonderful season and play well!
Garret Howell Head Golf Professional The Great Outdoors Golf Club
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The Great Outdoors Golf Course was Voted the Best Golf Course in Brevard County Four Years in a Row by the Community’s Choice Awards
Golf Rules and Procedures... Tee Time Booking: Owners, Guests, Tenants with a lease of thirty days or more and Non-Owner Residents may reserve tee times up to thirty days in advance. Non-Resident Members may reserve tee times up to fourteen days in advance. Visitors, and members of the public may reserve tee times up to seven days in advance. Tee times may be booked through the Golf Shop in person or by calling the Golf Shop at 321-269-5524 Ext. 2. Tee Time Hours: Tee time hours begin at sunrise and end at sunset. 18 hole rounds are available for play from sunrise until 4 hours before sunset. Carts: Private carts are allowed on the golf course after passing a golf cart inspection. All TGO carts must be in no later than the Golf Shop’s posted carts in time. Golfers using private carts may continue to play past the posted carts in time. Dress Code: Collared shirts required (shirts with mock necks over one (1) inch are acceptable). Sleeveless collared shirts are allowed for women only. Denim of any kind is not allowed. Shoes with metal spikes are not allowed. Pace of Play: The maximum expected pace of play is 2 hours for 9 holes and 4 hours for 18 holes. This means an average pace of play for a group for 18 holes should be 3 hours and 50 minutes with the understanding that some rounds may be slower resulting in a maximum time of 4 hours. Non-golfers: The use of the TGO golf course is limited to golfers and their equipment only. No bicycle riding, fishing, use of golf carts or walking is permitted on the golf course by non-golfers. Exceptions to this rule may be made periodically by the CSA Manager for special events.
Conveniently located next to the Blue Heron Café and Restaurant, The Great Outdoors Golf Shop is your destination for golf event registration and check-in. You’ll also find a wide selection of golf merchandise, apparel, accessories and TGO logoed products. - FIVE -
Membership Rates... Memberships Built for the Way You Play 2026-27 Golf Membership Programs TGO Resident and Non-TGO Resident Options Available 12 MONTH
9 MONTH
6 MONTH
4 MONTH
TGO RESIDENT
TGO RESIDENT
TGO RESIDENT
TGO RESIDENT
SINGLE
COUPLE
SINGLE
COUPLE
SINGLE
COUPLE
SINGLE
COUPLE
$3,900 $6,130
$3,550
$5,570
$5,270
$4,870
$2,600
$4,160
NON-TGO RESIDENT
NON-TGO RESIDENT
NON-TGO RESIDENT
NON-TGO RESIDENT
SINGLE
COUPLE
SINGLE
COUPLE
SINGLE
COUPLE
SINGLE
COUPLE
$6,630 $10,420
$6,035
$9,470
$5,270
$8,280
$4,420
$7,075
Membership Benefits UNLIMITED GOLF Unlimited golf course play & cart use Blackout dates may apply
SHOP DISCOUNTS RANGE DISCOUNTS 20% off clothing 50% off individual and accessories range coin pricing 10% off bags and golf clubs
FAMILY FRIENDLY Couple plans include up to two (2) children 18 or under (at home) $300 per additional child
USGA HANDICAP USGA handicap included on request
Each Membership Comes With A Gift Card To The Blue Heron 12 MONTH
9 MONTH
6 MONTH
4 MONTH
Single - $90 Couple - $120
Single - $90 Couple - $120
Single - $50 Couple - $80
Single - $50 Couple- $80
Unlimited Range Balls (Optional)
Single: $65 per month Couple: $90 per month • Must match number of months in selected membership program • Must be purchased at the same time as the membership • Sharing of range balls may result in revocation of benefits with NO REFUND. • Program Effective - 10/1/26 • Prices are subject to sales tax and a credit card surcharge of 2.5% if applicable.
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Green Fees... Below are the expected resident greens fees These fees may change based on demand and the needs of the golf course.
Resident Greens Fees PLAY TYPE OCTOBER
NOVEMBER DECEMBER
JANUARY APRIL
MAY SEPTEMBER
18 Holes Before Noon 9 Holes Before Noon
$41 $24
$50 $28
$55 $29
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18 Holes After Noon 9 Holes After Noon
$36 $20
$42 $24
$45 $26
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18 Holes After 2:30 9 Holes After 2:30
$32 $20
$36 $22
$40 $24
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First Responders and Military Receive 10% OFF Applies to all resident greens fees.
5 Round Punch Cards
Golf Fees
5 Round Punch Cards are a great way to play and save. 5 Round Punch Cards are offered throughout the year. Every two months the previous punch card will expire and a new punch card will become available. Punch cards allow golfers to purchase 5 rounds at a discounted rate. The discount amount will vary based on seasonal demand.
Cart Inspection Fee: $2 Private golf carts must pass an inspection before going on the golf course. Tires may not be more than 48” apart at the widest point and tire tread must be continuous. The cart must have an attached sand holder and bag straps.
USGA Handicap: $40
Handicaps are required to play in TGO sponsored events.
After a round of golf, stop by the Blue Heron Restaurant for a lunch, dinner or a quick beverage
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TGO Golf Instructors Garret Howell, PGA Garret Howell was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, where he grew up playing nearly every sport imaginable, including basketball, baseball, soccer, football, lacrosse, and, occasionally, golf. With his father owning a business in the golf industry, Garret was introduced to the game at an early age, but his athletic focus eventually shifted to lacrosse. His success on the field earned him a scholarship to play lacrosse at Seton Hill University. During his time there, he rediscovered his passion for golf and made the decision to pursue a career in the game. He transferred to New Mexico State University to enroll in its nationally recognized PGA Golf Management Program, where he developed both his golf game and his professional knowledge of the industry. After graduating, Garret began his career as an Assistant Golf Professional at The Club at Las Campanas in Santa Fe, New Mexico. While there, he continued to improve as a competitive player, finishing runner-up in the 2022 PGA Sun Country Section Championship and third in the 2024 Championship. Those performances earned him a spot in the PGA Professional Championship - the premier national championship for PGA of America club professionals - in both 2023 and 2025. In the winter of 2023, Garret traveled to Florida to compete in professional events, where he met his wife, Happy. He relocated to Florida in 2024, and the two were married in March 2025. After moving to Florida, Garret worked as an instructor with Golf Made Simple before launching Free Swing Golf Academy. He has extensive experience coaching golfers of all ages and skill levels, from beginners learning the fundamentals to advanced players striving to reach their full potential. Garret’s teaching philosophy centers on building a swing that fits each student’s unique body, abilities, and goals, helping them play better golf while enjoying the game even more. Whether you’re picking up a club for the first time or working to lower your handicap, Garret is committed to helping you achieve your golfing goals and develop a lifelong love for the game. Outside of golf, Garret enjoys attending church, spending time with his family, learning Taekwondo from his wife, Happy—a 6th-degree black belt and Taekwondo instructor—and playing the piano. He believes that continually learning new skills and challenging himself helps him become a better teacher, competitor, and coach. Certifications PGA of America Class A Professional Sportsbox AI Certified - Level 1
TPI Certified Golf Instructor - Level 2 ADM (American Development Model) Certified Coach
Group Instruction - Available Wednesdays at 4:00pm Price: $5 for Residents. $10 for Non-Residents. For beginner golfers looking to get into the game. Each week we will learn something new about how to play the game and about the etiquette and rules of the game! - EIGHT -
Tom Good - TGO Golf Instructor
Tom Good brings more than 50 years of golf industry experience to The Great Outdoors, with much of his career dedicated to helping others learn and enjoy the game. A Class A Life Member of the PGA, Tom has taught golf since 1971, attaining PGA Class A status in 1983. He belongs to the South Florida PGA Section and most recently taught at Royal Isabela Golf Club & Resort in Puerto Rico. Throughout his career, Tom has worked with golfers of all ages and abilities, from beginners and juniors to experienced players and seniors. For the past 14 years, he has also participated in PGA Junior Camps, typically conducting three each summer. Tom’s teaching philosophy is simple: every golfer is different. Rather than teaching everyone the same swing, he considers each student’s physical abilities, strengths and goals. While fundamentals like grip, stance and posture are important, Tom believes golfers must develop a swing that works naturally for them. He emphasizes that golf should be a “swing, not a hit,” encouraging relaxed, repeatable motion. We welcome Tom to the TGO Golf Team and look forward to sharing his experience and enthusiasm with our golfers.
Chuck Kandt - TGO Golf Instructor
For Chuck Kandt, golf has always been about more than hitting a little white ball. It’s about having fun, building confidence and developing skills that last a lifetime. Originally from Lockport, New York, Chuck attended Stetson University, earning a degree in Marketing and Management. His golf career began at Niagara Orleans Country Club in Middleport, New York. He turned professional in 1982 and has been a Class A PGA Member since 1986. Throughout his career, Chuck has worked with golfers of all ages and abilities. His students have included two LPGA Tour players, a top-ranked junior golfer, a leading Marion County amateur and numerous young players who earned college golf scholarships. He has also worked alongside respected golf instructors, including Craig Shankland, Mike Bender, Brian Mogg and Moe Norman. Affectionately known as “Coach Squirrel” and “Target Man” at junior clinics and camps, Chuck brings humor and enthusiasm to his teaching. He is also a certified instructor for blind golfers. Away from the course, Chuck enjoys fishing, boating, skiing, hockey and faithfully cheering on his Buffalo Bills. His greatest satisfaction comes from introducing newcomers to golf and helping young players develop confidence, sportsmanship and character that extend well beyond the fairways. Chuck’s Clinics Tuesdays at 9 :00am - Price: $25 Registration sheet on the bulletin board outside the Golf Shop. Check the sheet for the topic for that week.
Tracy Minerva - LPGA Golf Instructor
Tracy Minerva brings more than a decade of golf instruction experience to The Great Outdoors, with a special interest in helping beginners and young players discover the enjoyment of golf. An LPGA-certified golf instructor, Tracy has been teaching since 2014 and has been associated with The Great Outdoors Golf & Country Club for many years. Her involvement in junior golf includes introducing children to the fundamentals of the game through instructional clinics and youth programs. She has also been associated with Golf IS for Kids, a Brevard County program encouraging youngsters to learn and enjoy the sport. Tracy’s professional background extends beyond golf, including experience in real estate and business administration. Whether working with beginners or helping young golfers develop their skills, Tracy enjoys making the game approachable, rewarding and fun. Her experience and enthusiasm for introducing new players to golf make her a valuable member of TGO’s golf instructional team. - NINE -
Ladies Fall Cup Championship.
What’s better than a hole-in-one with your friends as your witnesses?
Enjoying Hole 10 during the CanAm Tournament.
Celebrating the win as Spring Cup Champions. - TEN -
TGO Groups and Games
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Ladies E OF Association (LGA) OVGolf T EL • Dues: $40 • To join the LGA contact the Membership Chair, Vicky Hunter: tgolgaladiesgolf@gmail.com • 9:00am shotgun Mondays from October 5 through April 26 • Registration Opens the Tuesday before at 8:00am • Registration Closes the Friday before at 5 :00pm • Registration is sent via email through GolfGenius • Special Events: • Fall Cup: December 4 and 5 • Ladies Club Championship: February 5 and February 8 • Ladies Member-Member: March 15 and 16 • Members must have a recognized handicap (USGA/CPGA). Prospective members can contact Mary Laverty, LGA President for assistance if they do not have a handicap. The highest handicap index for 18-hole league play is capped at 36. • Entry Fee: $5 Cash plus Applicable Course Fees • The purpose of the league is to represent the golfing interest of the membership by organizing a program of both competitive and non-competitive golf activities, to organize a program of social events and to promote an enjoyable golfing experience. • LGA President: Mary Laverty FORE! TH
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Men’s Golf Association (MGA) • Dues: $40 • To join the MGA fill out an envelope located on the Bulletin Board outside the Golf Shop and give it to the Golf Shop staff. • 9:00am shotgun Wednesdays from November 4 through March 24 • Registration Opens the Thursday before at 8:00am • Registration Closes the Monday before at 3:30pm • Registration is sent via email through GolfGenius • Entry Fee: $20 Cash plus Applicable Course Fees • Special Events: • President’s Cup (matchplay): January 6, 8, 13, 15, and 20 • Member-Guest: February 2 and 3 • Men’s Club Championship: February 17 and 19 • Men’s Member-Member: March 8-12 • Players must have a verifiable handicap • MGA President: Bill Schueller
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TGO Groups and Games Over the Hill Men’s Group • This men’s group plays on Tuesday and Saturday. • Registration is by email from the Golf Genius program. • 8:30am shotgun Tuesdays and Saturdays Year Round • Registration for Tuesday rounds will open Saturday at 8:00am and close Monday at 12:00pm • Registration for Saturday rounds will open Tuesday at 8:00am and close Friday at 12:00pm • Show up at the pro shop by 8:00am. The format is a modified Stableford. • Entry Fee: $15 Cash plus Applicable Course Fees • Prizes: $2 is allocated to the Closest to the Pin on the par 3 holes, $4 is allocated to the payout for the skin winners and $9 is allocated to the game. Payout is in the Blue Heron following play. • Format: Modified Quota Game • Contact: Wayne Condra 321-431-3573 wcondra@aol.com Fawn Trail • Tee Times starting at 10:00am Tuesdays October through April • Registration is on a paper sign up sheet outside the Golf Shop • Contact: Don Guite at 904-728-3156 The Avengers • Tee Times starting at 3:00pm Tuesdays October through April • Registration is on a paper sign up sheet outside the Golf Shop • Play 7 holes of relaxing golf! Great for beginners! • Entry Fee: $5 Cash plus Applicable Course Fees • Contact: Golf Shop The Dog • Tee Times starting at 8:44am Thursdays September 17 through May 27 • 5 person scramble for players of all skill levels • Registration opens the Friday before at 8:00am • Registration closes the Tuesday before at 4:00pm • Registration is sent via email through GolfGenius • Entry Fee: $20 Cash plus Applicable Course Fees • Players must have a verifiable handicap • Contact: Roy Brown and John Gero ________________
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Poker Gals • Tee Times starting at 8:52am Select Fridays • October 30 through April 24 • Format: _____________________ • Entry Fee:_________ • Contact: Lynne Anderson Fun League • Tee Times starting at 3:00 Saturdays October through April • Registration is on a paper sign up sheet outside the Golf Shop • A relaxing afternoon 9 hole game - Great for beginners • Entry Fee: $5 Cash plus Applicable Course Fees • Contact: Golf Shop The Double Draw • Tee Times Monday afternoons 2:00 - 3:00pm (depending on time of year) • Registration via GolfGenius (ask the Golf Shop to add your name to the email list!) • Format: 2 Person Best Ball, Draw for Partners. The top half of the field is put into a prize drawing. • Prize: Srixon Z Star Golf Balls (quantity dependant on field size) • Entry Fee: $0 (Must pay applicable greens fees) • Contact: Golf Shop
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Golf Shop Events Welcome Back What: Course Tour, Games, Appetizers, Happy Hour Registration: Date: October 20 Time: Course tours start at 12:00pm, Appetizers and Happy Hour start at 3:00pm Happenings Event What: 9 hole 2 person scramble, lunch, etc. When: Friday, October 30 Time: Tee Times Starting at 8:00am Cost: Cupid Classic What: 2 Person Scramble, Lunch After Play Registration: Begins January 18 at 8:00am in The Nest outside the Blue Heron Date: February 12 Time: 8:30 AM Shotgun Cost: $50 Cash Per Player + tournament greens fee Can-Am What: Canadians vs. Americans Date: February 26 Time: 8:30am Shotgun Lunch: After Play in the Manor Number of Players: 140 Registration: February 1st at 8:00am in The Nest outside the Blue Heron Cost: $60 Cash Per Player + Tournament Greens Fee Committee will determine the field based upon the following criteria Registration Position, Past History in the Event, Handicap Matchups
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St. Patrick’s Day What: 4 Person Scramble Date: March 19 Time: 8:30am Shotgun Registration Opens: March 1 at :800am in The Nest inside the Blue Heron Registration Guidelines: Register as a Foursome Lunch: In the Pavilion After Play Number of Players: 100 Cost: $50 Cash Per Player + Tournament Greens Fees Masters Par 3 Date: April 7 Time: 8:30am Shotgun Cost: $50 Cash Per Player + Tournament Greens Fees Lunch: In The Manor After Play Masters Viewing Party What: Come play games and watch The Masters in The Manor! Date: April 11 Time: 3:00pm Cost: $10 Non-TGO ($5 if you register by April 7!) $5 TGO (Free if you register by April 7!) Memorial Day: What: Scramble Date: May 28 Time: 8:30am Cost: $50 cash entry plus applicable course fees Independence Day What: Scramble Date: July 2 Time: 8:30am Cost $50 cash entry plus applicable course fees - FIF TEEN -
Outside Events
Fitting Days
These are the events that are currently scheduled. More events may be added to the schedule. No outside events will be added to the schedule December through March.
October 2 October 23 November 2 December 18
October 17 November 14 November 20 April 2 April 9 May 7 May 22
Breast Cancer Tournament Bob Osborne Tournament YMCA Tournament Parrish Medical Center IRC Tournament Titusville Chamber of Commerce RAKS
January 22 February 19 March 26 April 23
PXG 9:00am- 2:00pm Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm
Ladies Fitting Day
Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm Srixon 10:00am- 3:00pm
The Great Outdoors Golf Club 137 Plantation Drive • Titusville, FL 32780 321-269-5524 Ext. 2 www.thegreatoutdoorsgolf.com