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Originally Posted by quill
We are lucky enough to live on a golf course and I have some observations. We are all owners of the golf courses and yet the way we take care of them is simply amazing. Not all, but a far greater number than I think is right, abuse the courses. Maybe out of ignorance, maybe out of laziness. Some of the things I see on a regular basis; driving up to the green right past the stakes that mark where you can drive (And I know some people have a exemption and a card in their windshield that allows them to), driving over a worn out spot in the grass (like cattle going to the barn always in the same place), or driving through a mud spot until it becomes a mud bog. And then there those that make no attempt at repairing ball marks on the green or replacing their divots. We can all complain to the course managers about course conditions, but by doing our share, and what happens to be good etiquette, makes it easier on them and keeps our courses nicer. You may not win a popularity contest by pointing out these things to someone you are playing with, but if they are completely ignorant you are our only hope. Help save our courses.
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Very well put. So often people either don't or forget that it is up to them to "repair" their divots, rake the sand trap so the next person who is unlucky enough to land there can play their ball with just a bit less difficulty. Maybe some have come from places where they didn't have to do this, I don't know, but good golf etiquette is to try to do as little damage to the course as possible and if you do cause some turf to fly when you smack that ball, then replace the divot or put down some sand so the grass will grow once again.
People enjoy the courses, they're not in such bad shape considering the usage they get, but it is a good reminder to replace, repair, play as a good sport, and have fun.
Thanks.