View a PDF of the Bob Silvester Junior Golf Program, click on button above.
In 2014, the Orleans Country Club board of directors and its members recognized Bob Silvester’s contribution, support, and continued involvement (even after retirement) of junior golf activities by officially acknowledging the junior program as the Bob Silvester Junior Golf Program.
We were able to bestow this honor to Bob prior to his passing on October 23, 2014. A commemorative album that embodies the man behind the name and the history of the junior golf program is on display in the book shelf of our fireplace room.
Family Tees at OCC
Look for the Green Stakes on each hole!
Play a fun family scramble. Adults tee off from their normal tee while the kids get to hit from the junior tees! A great way to get new young golfers encouraged about their game while having fun with the whole family!
Remember, kids 12 and under play for FREE! And all juniors get FREE range balls anytime they want.
Scorecards are now available in the Pro Shop.
FREE Junior Golf Clinics 2025
FREE Junior Golf Clinics – Preschool through Grade 12 – for all youth boys and girls held Saturday mornings from 10AM to 11AM, starting June 14th, 2025.
Mark your calendars for the 6 Saturday 2025 sessions: June 14th, June 21st, June 28th, July 12th, July 19th, & July 26th.
There is no cost and all equipment and golf balls are provided! Volunteers should arrive around 8:45AM to assist with set-up.
BORDER GOLF Junior League
BORDER GOLF Junior League is designed to bring a “Little League” atmosphere to the game of golf. With teams of boys and girls, age 17 and under, provides a structured league environment for young golfers to compete and have fun! This league is a great way for kids to be involved in the game!
Practice dates are on Wednesdays, starting June 25th, 2025. The 2025 program is evolving and changes are being considered.
REGISTER with Josh Olney IN THE PRO SHOP
or call Josh Olney at 802-754-2333!
Everyday Play, JR Golf Memberships, Driving Range Privileges & Private Lessons
12 and Under Play for FREE
Youth 12 and under can PLAY golf anytime for FREE. An adult should accompany the junior golfer and check with the Pro Shop in advance to make sure there is not a conflict with a golfing event.
Greens Fees for Youth ages 13-15
Greens Fees are only $10.38 for any number of holes.
2025 Junior Golf Membership
Dues for ages 13 through Grade 12 are ONLY $150 plus tax.
OCC Junior Scholarships: A very limited number of OCC Junior Scholarships are available. Youth age 13 to 18 can request scholarship assistance applicable to an OCC Junior Golf Membership through the Bob Silvester Junior Golf Committee. A statement of interest in joining OCC, how often they plan to play and how much assistance they need is required from the applicant. An additional statement from a parent/relative who will be supporting them to access the course is also necessary.
The Jr. Golf Committee will then review the youth’s request, make a decision, award a scholarship amount and notify the youth and parent/relative of the award. Email Carol Boucher for more information.
Free Driving Range Use
Juniors have FREE driving range privileges (age 18 and under). Go to the pro shop, ask for a bucket of balls and head out to the range.
Private Lessons
Private lessons can be scheduled with our PGA Golf Pro, Josh Olney
2025 Rates: 1 hour lesson for $60 1/2 hour lesson for $35
Golf Themed Birthday Parties – New for 2025!
802-754-2333 Option 1
Arthur Mandros / Bob Silvester Scholarship 2026
The Arthur Mandros Scholarship was established in 1994, in memory of the Orleans Country Club long-term PGA Golf Pro, Arthur Mandros. The first scholarships were awarded in 1995. The recipients are chosen based on their affiliation with golf and Orleans Country Club.
In 2018 the name of the scholarship was changed to the Arthur Mandros/Bob Silvester Scholarship. Bob Silvester, like Arthur, was a long time PGA Golf Pro at Orleans Country Club. Bob had worked for Arthur as his Teaching Pro, and then took over for Arthur when he had to retire due to illness. Bob Silvester also has passed and their names were combined for the scholarship.
The idea is to support young people from the area, who hopefully will complete their post high school education and continue to support and participate in activities at Orleans Country Club.
Orleans Country Club’s Arthur Mandros / Bob Silvester Scholarship
If you are interested in applying for the Arthur Mandros / Bob Silvester Scholarship, pick up a generic scholarship form from your guidance counselor. Send the form along with a cover letter explaining your affiliation with Orleans Country Club by the first of May.
Either deliver to the pro shop, or mail to:
Orleans Country Club
Attn: Scholarship Committee
PO Box 8
Orleans, VT 05860
VGA Scholarship Fund Information
Vermont Junior Tour
The Vermont Golf Association is dedicated to growing the game of golf by offering a selection of competitions for the beginner, intermediate and advanced golfers. For more information on competitive Jr. Golf events in Vermont for both Boys and Girls go to the Juniors link on the Vermont Golf Association web site to see how to register, view the schedule and other information. Click HERE!
The VSWGA-Vermont State Women’s Golf Association can also be contacted for scholarships for a Junior Tour Membership & for Club Memberships. A VSWGA Membership is FREE for Junior girls. Click Here!
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