Green Woods Country Club Policies and Procedures The following is a brief synopsis of some of the rules of Green Woods Country Club. For further clarification see the Green Woods Constitution in Pro Shop.
1. Dress Code Policy
APPROPRIATE CLUB ATTIRE- Members and guests must wear proper golf attire: collard shirts (for men), Bermuda length shorts or pants, NO cut-offs or denims on the course, putting green or driving range.
︎Denims are allowed only in the clubhouse. ︎No tank tops or muscle shirts allowed in clubhouse ︎ Soft Spike Facility
2. Check-In Policy
Members must check in at the Pro Shop before starting play. This practice can ensure an enjoyable pace of play and will assist club personnel in locating members in the case of a family emergency.
Starting play at other than the 1st tee without approval of the Pro Shop staff is prohibited and may result in removal from the course.
3. Courteous Policy
Groups starting play on the 1st tee must alternate with groups making the turn on the 10th tee.
Singles, twosomes and threesomes should not expect foursomes ahead to permit them to play through. Reasonable judgment should be exercised with consideration of the number of groups on the course. Singles, twosomes and threesomes should always make a foursome when permissible.
!1 4. Tee Time Policy
Tee time reservations are mandatory on weekends and holidays, and may be reserved with the Pro Shop staff by telephone or in person.
Be on time. Arrive at the first tee 5 minutes in advance of your scheduled tee time. Failure to check in at the Pro Shop at least 15 minutes prior to a scheduled tee time may result in forfeiture of the reserved starting time. In that event, play would be at the discretion of the professional staff and you may be put at the end of the starting times.
5. Tournament Policy
Members may only sign-up for tournaments (entry fees apply).
Tournament sign-up sheets will be available 30 days prior to each event. Reservations may be made by telephone or in person. It is suggested that the entry fee be paid at the time of a sign-up to avoid delays on the day of the event.
Tournament participation is limited to the first 72 members that sign up. When an event is filled, a list of alternates will be maintained.
6. Cancellation Policy
Members must cancel at least three days prior to the event. Members canceling within three days are responsible for payment of the entry fee unless a replacement is located.
Members who on more than one occasion during a season sign up for an event and fail to appear on the day of the event, may forfeit eligibility to participate in any remaining events that year. It is the player's responsibility to inform Pro Shop of any changes.
Do not assume a tournament is cancelled due to inclement weather and fail to attend. Always check with the Pro Shop.
7. Golf Cart Rules
Persons possessing a valid driving license may only operate carts. Do not allow minors to drive a cart.
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Observe the course rules when in effect and keep carts 30 feet away from all tees and greens.
8. Clubhouse Rules
Persons under age 21 are not permitted to sit at the bar.
Any member or guest may be cut-off from purchasing alcoholic beverages at any time as deemed necessary by the bartender.
No smoking is permitted inside of the clubhouse at any time.
9. Local Rules
PROVISIONAL BALL- To avoid creating unnecessary delay if a dispute or issue arises during the course of play, the object ball and an alternative ball should be played on that hole until such time as a ruling from the Head Golf Professional can be obtained.
Procedure for Relief Situations- Players may take relief without penalty (nearest point of relief, plus one club length, no nearer to the hole) from the following:
INTERNAL OB STAKES- Out of bounds stakes between holes #1 & #2 (which pertain to the 2nd hole only), while playing hole #1. OB stakes must remain in place if interfered with while playing hole #2.
FLOWER BEDS- Ornamental flowers located in the middle of the cart turnaround by the 3rd green, and along the putting green are free relief. (Follow procedure above.)
IMMOVABLE OBSTRUCTION- Snack shack located behind the 7th green deemed free relief. (Follow procedure above.)
• The fencing behind #4 green both wood and metal handrail. (Follow procedure above.)
• The perimeter fencing along #2 and #3 will be deemed free relief under Rule 24 immovable obstruction. (Follow procedure above.)
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10. Handicap Policy
Members must post all completed 9 hole rounds and 18 hole rounds within a reasonable time following play.
11. Driving Range Policy
You must check in with the Pro Shop staff before going to the driving range tee.
Use of personal shag bags is prohibited and range balls must not be removed from range area.
Practice shall be played within the specified designated areas ONLY.
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