Spectator Guide

Spectator Guide

2013 PGA GRAND SLAM FIELD: ST 31 PGA (Clockwise from the Top Left) Padraig Harrington, Defending Champion, GRAND SLAM Adam Scott, Masters Champion, Justin Rose, U.S. Open Champion, OF GOLF Jason Dufner, PGA Champion. Port Royal Golf Course | Bermuda October 14 -16, 2013 This information will be helpful when planning your trip to the 31st PGA Grand Slam of Golf in Bermuda. If someone will be using your ticket, please direct them to pgagrandslamofgolf.com, so they can review this information. The PGA of America and Port Royal Golf Course are dedicated to providing an outstanding spectator experience for all PGA Grand Slam of Golf guests. Please assist us by observing proper golf etiquette and decorum. This includes drinking alcoholic beverages SPECTATOR responsibly, obeying the marshals, never running, applauding good shots and acting in a considerate manner GUIDE towards all PGA Grand Slam of Golf contestants and fellow spectators. $1,350,000 Purse $600,000 - 1st Place $300,000 - 2nd Place $250,000 - 3rd Place $200,000 - 4th Place The Professional Golfers’ Association of America 100 Avenue of the Champions | Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418-3653 Tel: (561) 624-8400 | Fax (561) 624-8586 | pga.com ©2009 The PGA of America PARKING INFORMATION & SPECTATOR MAP ARRIVING VIA CAR Public Car Parking: Spectators planning on driving to the Grand Slam are encouraged to carpool and are instructed to park at White Hill Field off of Middle Road. All parking will be free of charge and complimentary shuttles will run continuously to and from Port Royal Golf Course all three days of the Grand Slam. Please see the Schedule of Events for information about public shuttle operating hours. ARRIVING VIA MOTOR BIKE Public Bike Parking: Spectators planning on taking a motor bike to the Grand Slam have two options for parking: 1. Death Valley Playing Field close to Hole #2 of Port Royal and the Main Spectator Entrance 2. White Hill Field ARRIVING VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Public Bus System: Spectators planning on taking a pink government bus from any other location other than the public parking lots are encouraged to take Routes 7 and 8 that run from Hamilton and Dockyard. This bus will drop off and pick up at the main entrance to the Grand Slam. Ferry: The Rockaway Ferry will have its regular schedule during the Grand Slam. Spectators arriving from Hamilton should consider this option. Complimentary shuttles will run continuously to and from Port Royal Golf Course all three days of the Grand Slam. TAXI DROP-OFF & PICK-UP If you are planning on taking a taxi to the Grand Slam, all taxis will be directed to drop-off and pick-up at the Calvary Gospel Chapel near the Main Entrance to Port Royal. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS HELPFUL TIPS • Remember where your car or motor bike is parked. • Cameras and autographs are ONLY GATE HOURS permitted Monday, October 14, 2013. Monday .................................9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. Tuesday ................................9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Champions’ Clinic ................................. 10:30 a.m. • Wear a hat for protection from the sun and Wednesday .........................8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pro-Am Starting Times .........................11:30 a.m. use sun block. PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS CHAMPIONSHIP ROUNDS • Wear light colored and cool clothing. (from public parking lots) Played in one group of four. Starting times • Stay behind the gallery ropes. All spectators Monday .................................9:15 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. listed are considered approximate, taking into will be able to walk in the fairways behind play. Please cooperate with the marshals. Tuesday ................................8:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. consideration possible delays, weather, etc. Wednesday .........................8:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Major Champions will start on Hole 1 each day. • Kneel or sit if you are in the front row. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 | FIRST ROUND • Remain still throughout each shot. PRO-AM Starting Time .......................................... 10:00 a.m.* • Walk carefully, never run. Each Major Champion will be grouped with an Completion of Round ............................ 3:00 p.m.* • Display your ticket conspicuously at all times. amateur team for six holes. Major Champions WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 | FINAL ROUND • Bring a rain jacket or poncho. will be starting on Holes 1, 7, 10, and 14. Starting Time ............................................ 9:30 a.m.* FORMAT: Scramble Completion of Round .............................2:00 p.m.* • Identify a place to meet if you get separated from your companion(s). *Approximate GENERAL INFORMATION SITE INFORMATION PGA GRAND SLAM OF GOLF MERCHANDISE SHOP The PGA Grand Slam of Golf Merchandise TICKETS Shop is located inside the Port Royal Golf AUTOGRAPH POLICY Tickets will be available for purchase at the Course Clubhouse. Shop for a wide variety Autographs may be requested and given at Main Spectator Entrance each day, on the of exclusive PGA Grand Slam of Golf the players’ convenience at the Practice Range web at pgagrandslamofgolf.com or at Port branded merchandise. and Putting Green during the Pro-Am, Monday, Royal Golf Course Clubhouse (until 10/13/13). October 14. For the players’ consideration, a CONCESSION STANDS Tickets are $20/day or $50/three day pass. NO AUTOGRAPH POLICY will be enforced on Concession stands will be on the golf the grounds of Port Royal Golf Course during course in the following locations: the Championship Rounds, Tuesday, October 15 MOBILE DEVICE POLICY • Right of #10 • Near #3 Green through Wednesday, October 16, 2013. • Near #16 Green Those wishing to use their mobile devices will be In addition, beverage carts will be located CAMERA POLICY asked to adjust the volume setting to “silent” or throughout the golf course. Cameras are ONLY allowed on-site for the “vibrate” while at the Championship. Pro-Am, Monday, October 14, 2013. They are FIRST AID STATION not permitted at Port Royal Golf Course during • Guests may accept or make phone calls in The PGA Grand Slam of Golf First Aid Championship play, Tuesday, October 15 designated areas throughout the golf course, Station can be found at the Main Parking through Wednesday, October 16, 2013. primarily near concession stands. Lot of Port Royal Golf Course. If the need • Digital messaging and checking data is allowed for medical assistance should occur, please JUNIOR ADMISSION POLICY on the golf course. notify the nearest PGA Grand Slam of In an effort to encourage youth attendance, • Mobile device camera use is NOT permitted Golf Volunteer. complimentary Junior Tickets will be offered during the Championship Rounds. LOST & FOUND to children ages 17 and younger accompanied • No video recording will be permitted at any Lost & Found is located at Spectator Services by a ticketed adult*. Junior tickets will be time during Championship Week. available on a daily basis at Admissions located at the Main Entrance right off the 2nd fairway. at the Main Entrance of Port Royal Golf Course. RESTROOMS *A maximum of 4 children per ticketed adult. Public restrooms will be on the golf course INFORMATION REGARDING ACCOMMODATIONS in the following locations. & THE SURROUNDING AREA For information regarding hotels, restaurants • Main Entrance • Left of #3 Green and other points of interest in Bermuda, please • Near #7 Green • Right of #10 PROHIBITED ITEMS visit the Bermuda Department of Tourism • Right of #13 Green • Right of #16 Green Web site at bermudatourism.com or The items listed are strictly prohibited TROPHY PRESENTATION CEREMONY call 800-BERMUDA. on the grounds of Port Royal Golf Course The Trophy Presentation Ceremony will at all times. Bags will be searched upon take place on the 18th green immediately LOST CHILDREN entering the Championship. Anyone following the end of play on Wednesday, All lost children should be brought to the October 16. In the event of a tie for first violating these policies will be subject to PGA Grand Slam of Golf Championship Office, removal from the grounds and the loss of place after 36 holes, a hole by hole play-off located in the Port Royal Clubhouse. will start on #18, and if still tied will go to ticket(s). Hole #16, #17 and #18 repeated until • All bags, purses, and backpacks that METHODS OF PAYMENT a Champion is determined. Cash must be used at on course concession exceed 10 inches in any dimension and beverage stands. Travelers checks, credit WEATHER INFORMATION (length, height, width, etc.). cards, debit cards and cash are accepted in Average Temperatures: Average October temperatures range from a high of 82.3˚ • All personal electronics to include radios, the Championship Golf Shop. to a low of 74.3˚ in the evening. Hats, cool televisions (including hand-held), pagers, clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen should hand-held games, iPods, iPads, etc. TELEVISION COVERAGE The PGA Grand Slam of Golf is broadcast by be worn on bright, sunny days. TNT to a worldwide audience of 88.9 million • Bikes, coolers, ladders, milk crates, Inclement Weather Policy for All U.S. homes and an international audience of pocket knives, plastic buckets, signs, Spectators: Observe the Leader banners, lawn chairs (small, folding, more than 100 countries in a prime-time telecast. boards throughout the canvas chairs are permitted) and metal golf course for the Weather spiked golf shoes. TELEVISION VIEWING TIMES IN BERMUDA Warning signs that will appear Tuesday, October 15, 2013 if The PGA of America becomes • Dogs and other pets. 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. aware of inclement weather moving into the area. When the signs appear, you are • Food and beverages (including alcoholic Wednesday, October 16, 2013 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. advised to take precautions and seek shelter beverages). PRIOR to play being suspended.

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