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Course Rules & Regulations
Cart Path Only
Some of our members have abused the cart path rule, which is in effect
whenever the course is too wet to drive the cart anywhere other than on the
cart path. The following policy is in effect when cart-path-only rules are
broken.
Most of our members do
obey the rules. It is only a few who frequently disregard the rule. We value
your membership and hope this will help to eliminate the problem.
Course Maintenance
Please repair your
ball marks on all greens. A ball mark repaired within ten minutes will heal
overnight. A ball mark left on the green even one hour will take three weeks
to heal. Please use sand to fill your divots in fairways and on tee boxes.
Golf Course Rules for
Children
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Less than 6 years old
should not be on the course.
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Children 6 to 13 years
old must play with an adult.
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Children under 16
should not drive carts. As with any motor vehicle, they should possess a
valid driver’s license.
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Parents should check
with the Pro Shop on appropriate times to bring children on the course.
Just a reminder:
golf carts are motorized vehicles and should not be driven by children
under 16. We rent the cart to adults who are liable and responsible for
proper operation of the cart. We have had instances where children have
driven the carts and come close to injuring themselves, others or property.
Please ensure that your children observe this rule.
Golf Hazards on the
Course
Always be alert to potential hazards on the course. In addition to
natural hazards (snakes, lakes, creeks, poison oak, etc.), please be aware
of other golfers and their locations prior to hitting your shots. While
accidents do happen (errant golf shots, shanks, etc.), there are some places
on Dogwood where you should take extra care. These areas include, but are
not limited to:
#2 Tee box -
Since it is a blind tee shot with a severe dogleg to the right, you should
be certain that golfers have sufficiently cleared the fairway. In addition,
if you are a long ball hitter and don't quite cut the ball around the
corner, you could land in the #9 fairway. You should be aware and take
proper precautions to prevent hitting into anyone there as well.
#5 Tee box
- Long ball hitters need to be aware of people on the right side past the
grove of trees.
#8 Tee box
- Trying to drive the green is a blind shot that carries over #3 tee box and
possibly the #2 green (if not hit accurately). Due to this hazard and
possible danger to other golfers, we will be making the boundary out of
bounds ( OB ). This should discourage (to some
degree) those trying to "cut the corner." If that doesn't work, then we will
reconsider the aerial
OB rule we had before the net was erected.
#13 Tee box
- Partially blind tee shot where you need to ensure people have cleared the
landing area.
#15 Tee box
- Blind tee shot where you need to ensure that golfers in front have cleared
the landing area.
#18 Fairway
- Blind shot to green. Ensure that people have cleared the green prior to
hitting. If you are finishing up on #18 green, move away from the green as
soon as possible after replacing the flag. Pull up to the parking lot before
marking scorecards or any other activities.
The golden rule:
Always be aware of where you are on the golf course and where others are in
relation to you.
Suggestions to Eliminate Slow Play
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Play ready golf - hit
when ready.
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Always watch your
ball.
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If in doubt, carry two
or three clubs to each shot.
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Clear tee and green as
soon as you finish.
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Mark scores on the
next tee.
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Keep up with the group
in front of you.
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Carry an extra ball.
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Don’t spend over four
minutes looking for a lost ball.
Protect Your Golf
Clubs
A few of our members have experienced the theft of their golf clubs this
past year. Dogwood does not assume any liability for lost or stolen articles
on our premises. It is the responsibility of each individual to insure his
or her own articles. If you suffer a financial loss, your clubs are normally
covered by your homeowner's policy. Here are a few tips to help you protect
your property:
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If playing in a group, when making the turn, always have one
person stay with everyone's possessions while the others get the
refreshments.
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If it is not practical to do this, pull your cart around to the
back of the building (versus the side or front) making it harder for a
drive-by thief to throw your clubs in a car.
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If you are done playing, or anticipate a delay before starting
again, store your possessions in a secure place (i.e., trunk of your car).
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