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The rules of the United States Golf Association govern play together with local rules adopted, from time to time, by the Golf Committee.

HOURS

Generally play will be governed by starting times assigned by the Golf Pro Shop staff. Tee times may be made in person or by phoning no more than seven days in advance.

With the exception of Monday, the Golf Shop will open with clubs and carts available at 8:30 weekdays April 1 through October 31 and at 7:30 Saturday, Sunday and holidays from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and other times during the year at 9:OO daily. The course will close at dusk and the practice areas one hour prior to dusk.

There are no restrictions as to hours of play for Primary Members.

  • Tuesday mornings are reserved for ladies between the hours of 8:30 and 12:00.
  • Saturday mornings, Memorial Day and the 4th of July are reserved for Primary Members between opening tee time and 1:00. Sunday mornings are also reserved for Primary Members between the hours of 9:00 and 11:00.

May 1 through Labor Day, weekend, and holiday play will be restricted to threesome and foursomes between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

GUEST PRIVILEGES

Members may invite a guest to play under the following conditions:

  • Arrangements must be made in advance by calling the Golf Professional.
  • Persons living within 50 miles of Guyan may play as a guest no more than six (6) annually and are not to exceed one (1) time per month in June, July and Aug, or on Saturday after 1 p.m. and holidays or Sunday after 2 p.m.
  • Guests living beyond 50 miles may play no more than six (6) times annually.
  • Immediate family of members living within 50 miles may play six (6) times annually.
  • Additional play may be considered by discretion of the Golf Committee.
  • All guests must register with the Pro Shop staff.
  • All guest fees will be charged to the member's account.
  • All guests must be accompanied by a member.
  • The member assumes full responsibility for his guest(s) and the actions thereof.

SLOW PLAY POLICIES

  • A round of golf should take no longer than four (4) hours and fifteen (15) minutes. Slow play will be policed by the Golf Committee, Men's Golf Association and Pro Shop staff.
  • Please be courteous to other golfers and either limit the time spent at the Half-Way House or be willing to allow others to play through.

GOLFING DRESS CODE

Our members and members of all outstanding clubs consider the golf course to be a special place. They understand that it is to be treated with respect and care. One of the ways that we show respect for our club, for other members and guests is in the way we dress for play.

APPROPRIATE GOLF ATTIRE IS REOUIRED AT ALL TIMES.

  • Gentlemen: Golf shirts with collars, slacks, longer than mid-thigh shorts, golf or soft soled shoes and NO JEANS This dress code applies both to Senior & Junior Golfers.
  • Ladies: Sleeves or sleeveless blouses, skirts, longer than mid-thigh shorts, golf or soft soled shoes. NO HALTER / TANK TOPS and NO JEANS. This dress code applies both to Senior & Junior Golfers.

GOLF CARTS

Golf carts are available for rental through the Golf Pro Shop for the convenience of our members; their usage is subject to weather and course conditions under the authority of the Golf and Greens Committee with the advice and counsel of the Grounds Superintendent. Rules governing cart usage include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • It is the responsibility of each member to ascertain from the golf staff, or other communications which from time to time will be mailed or posted, where carts are to be used and not used.
  • Cart paths should be used for all tee-to-green travel. Please check at Pro Shop for daily cart restrictions.
  • Carts should be driven no closer than 30 feet to tees, bunkers and greens except on cart paths where they exist inside limits.
  • Avoid sudden starts and stops.
  • Each cart is limited to two riders and two sets of clubs (with the exception of4-baggers).
  • Carts are to be used be licensed adults (16 years and older).
  • The golf professional has the discretion of limiting the number of carts available for practice use.
  • The member assumes full responsibility for the misuse of golf carts by the member, guests and children.

CARE OF THE COURSE

  • Rake and smooth all bunkers after use.
  • Repair all ball marks on the green.
  • Replace all divots in the roughs.
  • Fill in divots in fairways with sand.
  • Use only designated areas for practice.
  • Generally, all play must begin on the first tee. However, there may be times when the Golf Professional will be able to start play elsewhere.
  • Once play has begun, all holes should be completed in sequence.
  • Players are expected to place all litter in the receptacles provided.

REPORTING AND PENALTIES

It is the responsibility of each member to observe all rules and regulations including those not stated in this writing but generally understood and practiced by players everywhere, in the interest of sustaining the best course and playing conditions. Forms are available from the Golf Pro Shop staff for reporting violations. They must be signed and are kept in the strictest confidence. After review by the Golf Committee, penalties may be imposed, which in judgment by the Board of Directors, are commensurate with the severity of the infraction.

PENALTIES

First Offense - A Letter
Second Offense - A Fine
Subsequent Offense - A Suspension


 

 

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