Join the Society of Hickory Golfers

About SoHG

For us, there’s nothing quite like the game of hickory golf. It’s our passion for the game that led to the creation of the SoHG, forming an organizing body for hickory golf. The SoHG coordinates competitions, establishes standards for play and, most importantly, brings together fans of the “royal and ancient” game from all over the globe. It’s all for a love of the game.

Why Join SoHG?

You’ll find a comradeship here like no other. Members who share an enthusiasm for the rich history and traditions of golf and who bring those values to the golf course. Like-minded people who love the distinctive feel of golf with hickory-shafted clubs. Connection to a wealth of resources on equipment, history, a handicapping service and regional groups where you can experience the joy of simply getting out to play with your hickory clubs. Plus, there’s the challenge of tournament play on historic courses for golfers of all skill levels.

The Benefits of SoHG Include:

  • Fellowship of people who are passionate about the game
  • Monthly e-newsletter and bi-annual “Wee Nip” magazine
  • Hickory handicap on our website
  • Qualification for play in the U.S. Hickory Open
  • SoHG bag tag and more!

Membership Types & Rates

When you click the Join Now button, you will be taken to the PayPal website for payment. Once the payment is successfully processed you will receive an e-mail from the SoHG with a special link to complete your registration. When you click the link you will come to this website to create your username and password and provide additional information for your member profile. (Don’t have a PayPal account, no problem! Just click the “Pay with Debit or Credit Card” button at the bottom of the page.)

Note: The initial membership fee is $65 plus a small processing fee.

**Please note that the SoHG does not share or sell membership data to anyone at any time for any reason.**

North American Membership

Annual Membership

The annual renewal membership fee is only $50 plus processing fee.

10-Year Membership

The ten-year membership fee is $450 plus a small processing fee.

Junior Membership

We offer Junior Memberships for $15 plus processing fee. (21 & younger)

Lifetime Membership

Click the button below to learn more about a lifetime membership.

5-Year Membership

The five-year membership fee is $235 plus a small processing fee.

Gift Membership

Want to share the love? Purchase a gift membership for a friend.


International Membership (Full Print)

The Print category of international memberships accounts for postal costs to send the Wee Nip journal to overseas subscribers.
Note: The initial international membership fee is $85 plus a small processing fee.

Annual Membership

The annual renewal membership fee is only $70 plus processing fee.

10-Year Membership

The ten-year membership fee is $650 plus a small processing fee.

Junior Membership

We offer Junior Memberships for $35 plus processing fee. (21 & younger)

Lifetime Membership

Click the button below to learn more about a lifetime membership.

5 Year-Membership

The five-year membership fee is $335 plus a small processing fee.

Gift Membership

Want to share the love? Purchase a gift membership for a friend.

International Membership (Digital Only)

For those international members who are content with reading the Wee Nip journal online.

Annual Membership

The annual renewal membership fee is only $50 plus processing fee.

10-Year Membership

The ten-year membership fee is $450 plus a small processing fee.

Junior Membership

We offer Junior Memberships for $15 plus processing fee. (21 & younger)

Lifetime Membership

Click the button below to learn more about a lifetime membership.

5-Year Membership

The five-year membership fee is $235 plus a small processing fee.

Gift Membership

Want to share the love? Purchase a gift membership for a friend.

Want Some SoHG Kit?

New SoHG ties and scarves are ready for purchase. The orders are being handled by Dave Brown through his McIntyre Golf website. Click here to visit that site, then go to “Products.” A portion of each sale goes to the SoHG.

Neckties are $44.50; bowties are $39.50, and scarves are $39.