How do I register as an individual?

Register for an individual slot and Turf's Up OBX will attempt to pair you with another player for the season.

When does the league start and how many weeks is it?

The league runs eight weeks beginning January 11 (Mondays) or January 14 (Thursdays), depending on the night you choose.

What are the start times each night?

Players choose either a 5:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. start time when registering.

Can I make up a missed night?

Yes; makeups must be reserved through league officials and completed within one week before or after the scheduled play date and are subject to availability.

Are beginners welcome?

Yes; the scramble format is beginner-friendly and new players receive a short tutorial on the first night to learn scoring and format.

Where do I check in on the first night?

Specific course and meeting-point details were not provided; check your Turf's Up OBX booking confirmation or contact the organizer for check-in location.

Wind and Scramble: Turf's Up OBX Winter Golf League in Kitty Hawk

On the waning light of a winter evening on North Carolina's Outer Banks, golfers gather under a low gray sky that often carries the Atlantic's brisk breath. Turf's Up OBX runs the 2027 Winter Golf League in Kitty Hawk, a friendly eight-week scramble that folds evening competition, weekly skills contests and a season-closing party into a compact local tradition. The league meets Monday and Thursday nights beginning January 11 and January 14, with tee times offered at 5:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m., and players may register as two-person teams or as individuals who will be paired. Kitty Hawk sits on the narrow barrier islands where maritime forests, sand dunes and low salt marsh meet the ocean; that landscape is part of the experience here. Courses on the Outer Banks often feature firm, bunkered fairways lined with sea oats and pines, and golfers will play into prevailing winds that can make scramble scoring as much about shot selection as raw distance. Keep an eye for shorebirds and wintering waterfowl along holes that border dunes or wetlands; the region's coastal geology - longshore drift, wind-blown sand and tidal flats - shapes routing more than elevation. The league format is intentionally social and accessible. Each night's scramble pairs teammates for strategic, low-stress play, with weekly competitions for closest-to-the-pin and long drive. New players are asked to arrive early on the first night for a short tutorial on the scoring system, which speeds play and keeps groups tight. Makeups are possible but must be reserved with league officials and completed within a week before or after the scheduled night. Why book this in winter? Temperatures are cooler, courses are quieter, and the coastal light is often crisp and clear - ideal for focused shots and improved distance on firm turf. The eight-week schedule builds camaraderie: after a few nights you'll know competitors' tendencies, and the league's end-of-season party is a good chance to trade stories and prizes. For visitors staying in Kitty Hawk, evening golf is an easy way to add active social time to an OBX visit. Practical notes: choose your night, 5:30 or 7:30 start, and expect eight sessions ending with a celebration on March 8 or March 11 depending on your weekday. Turf's Up OBX manages registration and pairing; course and meeting-point specifics were not provided. This league is a low-barrier way to play competitive golf, meet locals, and experience the raw, wind-swept character of Kitty Hawk golf in winter. Expect brisk coastal breezes and quick divots daily. Bring layers, a rain jacket, and a spare glove; coastal winds can change shot selection quickly, and arriving with a practiced short game will make scramble nights more rewarding and fun and memorable.