Join the Birdogie Disc Golf Club and Help Us Grow the Sport in Flagstaff!
Frequently Asked Questions and other tasty tidbits
Q: What is the Birdogie Disc Golf Club?
A: The Birdogie Disc Golf Club is an association of disc golfers formed to represent their collective disc golf interests in Northern Arizona, primarily centered in Flagstaff, AZ.
Q: What is the club’s vision?
A: The club’s vision is to create a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable disc golf community in Northern Arizona, fostering a love for the sport and the outdoors among players of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels.
Q: What is the club’s mission?
A: The Birdogie Disc Golf Club is dedicated to promoting the sport of disc golf by providing access, resources, and community engagement to its members and the community at large.
Q: What is the club’s partnership?
A: The club enjoys a close partnership with Friends of Coconino County Parks and Recreation.
Q: What are the types of membership?
A: The club has several membership types: Ace, Eagle, Birdie, Par, and Group memberships.
Q: What are the responsibilities of an Ace Member?
A: Ace Members must be continuously involved club members for over 10 years, have held a club office, run events, helped grow disc golf, and maintain ACE membership status.
Q: What are the benefits of membership?
A: Benefits include a one-year membership, a membership card/club bag tag, free mailings and newsletters, and discounts from selected club merchandise and participating businesses.
Q: What are the membership perks?
A: Members have access to exclusive training sessions, early access to courses, and additional merchandise discounts at partner businesses.
Q: What are the community engagement initiatives?
A: The club has outreach programs, volunteer days, and charity tournaments.
Q: How often are the educational clinics held?
A: Educational clinics are held quarterly.
Q: How often are the social events held?
A: Social events are held biannually.
Q: How often are the club meetings held?
A: The club holds quarterly meetings and an annual meeting in October.
Q: What is the quorum required to conduct a vote?
A: A quorum of 40% or 10 voting club members is required to conduct a vote.
Q: What majority is required to pass or deny a resolution?
A: A simple majority is required to pass or deny a resolution.
Q: What majority is required to pass or deny a Referendum, amend the Charter, or to reinstate a suspended member or officer?
A: A 2/3 club majority is required to pass or deny a Referendum, amend the Charter, or to reinstate a suspended member or officer.
Q: Who oversees all official Club operations?
A: All official Club operations are overseen by a Club officer.
Q: What are the responsibilities of the Chairman of the Board?
A: The Chairman presides over meetings, directs overall Club operations, reviews applications and volunteer appointments, and is the Sergeant-at-Arms.
Q: What are the responsibilities of the Director of Finance?
A: The Finance Director manages, accounts for, and disperses all common Club funds and provides financial status reports.
Q: What are the responsibilities of the Director of Membership/Communication?
A: The Membership Director oversees all aspects of membership, including collection of dues, maintaining a club database, correspondence with members, and maintaining the club website and email.
Q: What are the responsibilities of the Director of Programming?
A: The Program Director oversees all Club disc golf events, including sanctioned and non-sanctioned tournaments, leagues, weekly doubles, fundraisers, and special events.
Q: What are the responsibilities of the Director of Facilities?
A: The Facilities Director is responsible for course maintenance, course improvements, and course development.
Q: Can a person be elected to more than one directorship?
A: Yes, a person may be elected to more than one directorship.
Q: What is Birdogie Disc Golf, LLC?
A: Birdogie Disc Golf, LLC, is a for-profit entity established to manage and facilitate the revenue-generating activities of the Birdogie Disc Golf Club.
Your membership fees and donations will be used to maintain and improve our local Flagstaff disc golf courses, organize tournaments and events, and support our community outreach programs. We are dedicated to working with local authorities and organizations to elevate disc golf as a valued community asset in Flagstaff.
Ready to join the Birdogie family and contribute to the vibrant Flagstaff disc golf scene? Click the button below to be directed to the form.
*The Birdogie Disc Golf Club proudly manages flagstaffdiscgolf.org, the go-to resource for all things disc golf in Flagstaff. This website serves as a central hub for the local disc golf info, offering comprehensive information including detailed course maps, a calendar of upcoming events, details about the local leagues, resources for those new to the sport, and our membership form.
Our Charter
Vision Statement
To create a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable disc golf community in Northern Arizona, fostering a love for the sport and the outdoors among players of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels.
Mission Statement
The Birdogie Disc Golf Club is dedicated to promoting the sport of disc golf by providing access, resources, and community engagement to our members and community at large. We are committed to improving local courses, organizing inclusive events, and working collaboratively with local authorities and organizations to elevate disc golf as a valued community asset.
General
The Birdogie Disc Golf Club is an association of disc golfers formed to represent their collective disc golf interests. The club represents members from Northern Arizona and is centered in Flagstaff, AZ.
Community Partnership
Community Partnership with Friends of Coconino County Parks and Recreation
The Birdogie Disc Golf Club enjoys a close partnership with Friends of Coconino County Parks and Recreation, a key community ally that shares our commitment to enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities in Northern Arizona. This partnership supports the development, maintenance, and promotion of disc golf within Coconino County, including collaboration on course improvements, community events, and environmental stewardship initiatives.
Together with Friends of Coconino County Parks and Recreation, we work to uphold the principles of sustainability, community engagement, and accessibility, ensuring that disc golf remains a valued recreational activity in the region. This partnership is central to our mission, allowing us to expand our impact and resources while fostering a stronger community connection.
Membership
Creed:
“I admit I have a disc golf problem. I confess I am a Dirty Hucker and have an uncontrollable desire to play disc golf. I pledge to be fair, honest, and respect the course, the game, and my fellow Huckers at all times. I will represent all that is good in disc golf.”
Membership Types:
Ace Membership
- Full membership with a permanent council voting status.
- Must be a continuously involved club member for over 10 years.
- Must have held a club office, run events, and helped grow disc golf.
- Must maintain Eagle membership status.
Eagle Membership
- Full membership with full responsibilities and voting rights.
- Must pay dues and fulfill responsibilities.
- Must hold office and/or run a major event each year.
- Entitled to full benefits and discounts and attendance to board meetings.
Birdie Membership
- Full membership with voting rights and limited responsibilities.
- Must pay dues and fulfill minimal responsibilities.
- Entitled to full benefits and discounts.
Par Membership
- Partial membership with minimal responsibilities and no voting rights.
- Must pay dues and fulfill minimal responsibilities.
- Entitled to limited benefits and discounts.
Group Memberships
Special memberships with or without voting status for special groups that want assistance, want input on course planning and/or affiliation with the Club. Dues shall be established based on benefit, participation, and responsibility arrangement.
Benefits:
- One year membership in the Birdogie Disc Golf Club.
- A membership card / club bag tag with a permanent member number.
- Free Birdogie Disc Golf Club mailings and newsletters.
- Discounts from selected club merchandise and participating businesses.
- Charter, Ace, and Birdie members get $10 discounts on entry fees for official, non-sanctioned Birdogie Disc Golf Club events.
Membership Perks and Community Engagement
Membership Perks
In addition to existing benefits, members will also have access to:
- Exclusive Training Sessions: Periodic skill-building workshops led by experienced players.
- First Access to Events: Members get early access to events.
- Merchandise Discounts: Additional discounts at partner businesses, expanding from select club merchandise to include local sponsors.
Community Engagement Initiatives
- Outreach Programs: Partnering with local schools, youth groups, and other organizations to introduce disc golf to new players.
- Volunteer Days: Hosting regular cleanup and maintenance days where members can volunteer, fostering a strong bond between the club and the community.
- Charity Tournaments: Organizing at least one annual event where proceeds support local charities, providing members with an opportunity to give back.
How to Join
- Say the Creed.
- Bag your pin and/or tag.
- Follow Birdogie on your favorite social media
- Meta: @birdogie
- Instagram: @birdogiedg
- BlueSky: @birdogie
- Blog: flagstaffdiscgolf.org/blog
- Pay your dues.
- Fee Structure
- Par Membership: $20 / Year
- Birdie Membership: $50 / Year
- Eagle Membership: $100 / Year
- Ace Membership: $100 / Year*
- Juniors Membership: $10 / Year
- Lifetime Membership / TBD
- Fee Structure
Dues Schedule:
Dues are paid annually and cover the calendar year. We do not prorate or offer partial memberships.
Expanded Event Programming
Types of Events
- Educational Clinics: Open to all members and prospective players, these sessions cover a range of topics, from beginner skills to advanced techniques. Held quarterly, each session focuses on a different aspect of disc golf, with instructors available for personalized guidance.
- Social Events: Biannual gatherings, such as a summer BBQ or a winter holiday party, offer a relaxed atmosphere for members to connect. These events also serve as an opportunity to welcome new members and celebrate club milestones.
- Fundraising Events: Dedicated events where proceeds go toward course improvements or local charities. Members can participate in raffles, silent auctions, and other activities that encourage giving back.
Our Vision
Our Goals
To create a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable disc golf community in Northern Arizona, fostering a love for the sport and the outdoors among players of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels.
Events & Leagues
Flagstaff, Arizona boasts a vibrant dsic golf scene with a variety of events to suit every player. From casual weeklies and glow rounds to larger tournaments attracting players from across the nation, there’s always something happening in the Flagstaff disc golf community. Whether you’re looking for friendly competition, a chance to improve your skills, or just a fun day out on the course, Flagstaff’s disc golf events offer it all. For a full and up-to-date listing of all the disc golf events happening in Flagstaff, be sure to check out flagstaffdiscgolf.org, your central hub for everything disc golf in Flagstaff.
Joining Birdogie Disc Golf Club is easy and free—just embrace the spirit of the game! To become a member, recite the Birdogie Creed, share it on social media or send it in, then find a fellow club member to add a Birdogie pin to your bag. That’s it! No fees, just a community of disc golfers who love the sport and the camaraderie that comes with it. Ready to join the flock?
“I admit I have a disc golf problem. I confess I have an uncontrollable desire to play disc golf. I pledge to be fair, honest, and respect the course, the game, and my fellow Huckers at all times. I will represent all that is good in disc golf.”
What We’re All About
Course Development & Maintenance
Ensure quality play by with well-balanced layouts, installing durable equipment, and keeping courses clear for a top-tier disc golf experience.
Promote Disc Golf Participation
Growing the sport by welcoming new players, hosting events, and fostering a fun, inclusive community on and off the course for everyone to enjoy.
Foster Stronger Community Connection
Bring people together by encouraging teamwork, local involvement, and shared experiences that strengthen the sport and its players.
Program & Event Development
Create exciting opportunities for players of all levels through tournaments, leagues, clinics, and community-driven initiatives.
100% Organic
Birdogie Disc Golf Club is homegrown for disc golfers, by disc golfers—no gimmicks, no fees, just pure love for the game. Built on camaraderie and the shared spirit of the sport, Birdogie is all about growing the community naturally. Whether you’re sinking birdies or battling bogeys, you’re part of the flock. Say the creed, grab a pin, and keep the game flying high
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