Course Closures...Not For Me

[Bosoxfan]

Watching many people ignore the fact the courses are closed. What is the thought process that has them playing on courses that are closed. Nope, nice day courses shouldn't be closed, We'll have the course to ourselves.Besides IT'S ME ..DON'T YOU KNOW I'M ENTITLED

[YouNeverKnow]

Watching many people ignore the fact the courses are closed. What is the thought process that has them playing on courses that are closed. Nope, nice day courses shouldn't be closed, We'll have the course to ourselves.Besides IT'S ME ..DON'T YOU KNOW I'M ENTITLED
Lots of people here that feel entitled to do whatever they want. I’m sure they were that way all throughout their lives and moved here with that type of defiant personality. Never felt like rules applied to them. Too bad there are no consequences like having their ID number frozen for a month if they are caught ignoring rules. Since there are no consequences they continue to do what ever the heck they feel like doing!

[John_W]

Bosox lives in McClure, that sounds like newbys are the ones ignoring the rules in the new areas. I passed by Yankee Clipper and Southern Star twice today on St. Charles, didn't see one person out on the course. Ironically I haven't seen the courses look that green. If they try to play Sand Hill or Turtle Mound they're going to get wet.

[eyc234]

Arrest them for trespass! They would be the same ones that talk about young people who do not follow rules. Let's talk about ALL ABOUT ME attitude.

[raynan]

Call community watch????? or local pro shop and report?

[geofitz13]

There was a guy strolling down one of the fairways at Turtle Mound this morning. He was walking away from the practice area. Only had the one club. Course closed, so I'm not playing, just practicing?? (He was too far away from the practice area to be hitting back there)

[Bogie Shooter]

These are the same people that park in front of Winn Dixie at LSL, and many other places.

Me, Me, Me.

[Chi-Town]

A little off topic but pickleball nets were secured by the rec centers to prevent damage during high winds. People cut the straps today and played to their heart's content.

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[drcar]

Call community watch????? or local pro shop and report?

LOL, pro shops are closed

[DonH57]

I wonder if any of these people doing this thought of what would happen if they should have a medical emergency, flip a golf cart, or have a alligator attack them since there is no one fom the golf staff out there? Even with a cell phone first aid and response time would be longer.

[HIgolfers]

If its executive courses who cares? They are free anyway. Live and let live.

[Bogie Shooter]

A little off topic but pickleball nets were secured by the rec centers to prevent damage during high winds. People cut the straps today and played to their heart's content.

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:what:
Cut the straps. Bunch of dumb a$$&*!

[drcar]

If its executive courses who cares? They are free anyway. Live and let live.

Well your right sorta, they are not free, they are for residents, under the rules. But you are correct, if they are executives, but hope no damage is done.

[anothersteve]

If its executive courses who cares? They are free anyway. Live and let live.

You are part of the problem.
Steve

[CWGUY]

I CARE!

If its executive courses who cares? They are free anyway. Live and let live.

:confused:Any other rules you think it's o.k. to pick and choose rather you need to follow? :popcorn: Give us a list. Thanks. :loco:

[Yung Dum]

I wonder if any of these people doing this thought of what would happen if they should have a medical emergency, flip a golf cart, or have a alligator attack them since there is no one fom the golf staff out there? Even with a cell phone first aid and response time would be longer.

I never thought of a golf course ambassador as a life saving hero. But I agree with your point.

[CWGUY]

I never thought of a golf course ambassador as a life saving hero. But I agree with your point.

If you are trespassing and playing alone on a closed golf course and have a medical emergency you might think differently. I think they have a list of addresses near the tee boxes and greens. If you have the big one near the 4th. tee box because you just had a hole-in-one they can say to 911 "He's on the ground behind number 1234 XYZ Loop". Otherwise someone finds you at the end of the week unless someone else trespasses too. :clap2:

[Mleeja]

If you are trespassing and playing alone on a closed golf course and have a medical emergency you might think differently. I think they have a list of addresses near the tee boxes and greens. If you have the big one near the 4th. tee box because you just had a hole-in-one they can say to 911 "He's on the ground behind number 1234 XYZ Loop". Otherwise someone finds you at the end of the week unless someone else trespasses too. :clap2:

If you get a hole-in-one and nobody to witness it because you are trespassing on a closed course, does it still count?

[HIgolfers]

OK. So this morning there were a bunch of guys playing softball at Soaring Eagle. All ballfields are closed. Don't know how long they played.

[Topspinmo]

Well your right sorta, they are not free, they are for residents, under the rules. But you are correct, if they are executives, but hope no damage is done.

No he’s not correct, they are closed. Just like the are after the starter shack closes. Closed means no play.

[Topspinmo]

:what:
Cut the straps. Bunch of dumb a$$&*!

Straps??? Don’t mean zip ties to the entry gate?

[Topspinmo]

If you get a hole-in-one and nobody to witness it because you are trespassing on a closed course, does it still count?

It’s not hole in one if nobody witnesses it. It’s fish story :ohdear:

[CWGUY]

OK. So this morning there were a bunch of guys playing softball at Soaring Eagle. All ballfields are closed. Don't know how long they played.

:ohdear: Trespassing also. What's so hard to understand?

[Bosoxfan]

If its executive courses who cares? They are free anyway. Live and let live.

Guessing you were playing today..

[Chi-Town]

Straps??? Don’t mean zip ties to the entry gate?The nets were secured, not the entry gate.

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[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I accidentally played a course when it was closed a few years ago. I had played about six holes when the superintendent came driving over to me in a truck and asked, "Do you know this course is closed?"

I said no and apologized for being out there. But I did mention in my defense that there was no sign on the first tee indicating the the course was closed, and the tee markers and flagsticks were still in.

There was no one in the starter's booth but sometimes those guys are int he restroom so I waited for a bit and then took off.

I notice now that when the courses in my area are closed, it is posted on the first tee and flagsticks and tee markers are removed.

[CWGUY]

I accidentally played a course when it was closed a few years ago. I had played about six holes when the superintendent came driving over to me in a truck and asked, "Do you know this course is closed?"

I said no and apologized for being out there. But I did mention in my defense that there was no sign on the first tee indicating the the course was closed, and the tee markers and flagsticks were still in.

There was no one in the starter's booth but sometimes those guys are int he restroom so I waited for a bit and then took off.

I notice now that when the courses in my area are closed, it is posted on the first tee and flagsticks and tee markers are removed.

:confused: Didn't you mention once that you were a golf pro at one time or managed a golf course or something? I think I remember something like that..... if not I'm sorry. I've been playing for more than 50 years and worked at golf courses too. Never played a course accidentally. :icon_wink:

[BobnBev]

Lots of people here that feel entitled to do whatever they want. I’m sure they were that way all throughout their lives and moved here with that type of defiant personality. Never felt like rules applied to them. Too bad there are no consequences like having their ID number frozen for a month if they are caught ignoring rules. Since there are no consequences they continue to do what ever the heck they feel like doing!

But, but, this is the villages where anything goes, especially parking wherever your little heart desires. Consequences, you can always call community watch, they will be right there to watch the violation, after all, that's what their name says. Too bad there isn't somebody to turn the sprinklers on full blast when they see a violator on the course.:ohdear::boom:

[bilcon]

Living on a golf course, I experience rude people every week who think they can play anytime, ride their cart anywhere and totally ignore etiquette. I called the golf office once and asked why the ambassadors can put a small sign on the golf cart path saying: "Course Closed" when they leave. They laughed at me. Seriously, what is the problem? I had some clown driving all over my lawn last week looking for his ball. I don't mean 1 foot in from the rough. He was deep into my property on his cart. Oh Well, I still love my view and would never give it up.

"I never made a mistake in my life. I thought I did once, but I was wrong."

[rjn5656]

Lots of idiots out there.

[Bogie Shooter]

A little off topic but pickleball nets were secured by the rec centers to prevent damage during high winds. People cut the straps today and played to their heart's content.

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:what:
Cut the straps. Bunch of dumb a$$&*!

Straps??? Don’t mean zip ties to the entry gate?

I did not see what was cut. Chi said straps. Does it make a difference?

[Chellybean]

living on a golf course, i experience rude people every week who think they can play anytime, ride their cart anywhere and totally ignore etiquette. I called the golf office once and asked why the ambassadors can put a small sign on the golf cart path saying: "course closed" when they leave. They laughed at me. Seriously, what is the problem? I had some clown driving all over my lawn last week looking for his ball. I don't mean 1 foot in from the rough. He was deep into my property on his cart. Oh well, i still love my view and would never give it up.

"i never made a mistake in my life. I thought i did once, but i was wrong."

entitle idiots!!!

[under55]

I didn't even think about going to the courts in the morning to play since they are closed. But I am headed out this morning to find a game to join.

[eyc234]

Went over on Sunday to get in a game of pickleball and gates were zip tied close. Just turned around and went for a walk. First thought was idiots that will go out trespass, break leg or have medical issue with no one there to give or get help. Then thought of you get what you deserve, the facilities are closed do not use them. It was stated in a previous post that people pick and choose what rules and laws they want to follow or break. Well you suffer the consequences of your actions. Hope nothing happens but if it does, oh well!

[xcaligirl]

Fine them! Just like the people who are cutting the zip ties to play pickleball.

[Chi-Town]

Fine them! Just like the people who are cutting the zip ties to play pickleball.Worse than fining is suspending their Villages ID card.

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[New Englander]

Someone actually cut the zip ties off? :mad:

[under55]

Went by a couple of venues no one playing. Next stop Eisenhower courts were crowded. So played about 45 minutes until the Community Watch showed up and informed us that the courts were closed and he was calling the Sheriff. Swat team showed up and we moved to Big Cypress courts they were busy also but then the storm rolled in before I could get to play anymore.
Seriously I agree with all the preparations and such but I think they need to look at the days before a storm like Christmas things are open but no staff on hand play at your own risk.

[skip0358]

Rules don't apply to everyone for sure. Bet if they get caught they'll try and wiggle out of it though. I agree it's online & in the paper if caught revoke their privileges for a few months. Reminds me of the person who went around the barricades on the multi model path by Havana after the last one then got stuck in the flood. Barricade meant nothing to him. HaHa

[Bogie Shooter]

Went by a couple of venues no one playing. Next stop Eisenhower courts were crowded. So played about 45 minutes until the Community Watch showed up and informed us that the courts were closed and he was calling the Sheriff. Swat team showed up and we moved to Big Cypress courts they were busy also but then the storm rolled in before I could get to play anymore.
Seriously I agree with all the preparations and such but I think they need to look at the days before a storm like Christmas things are open but no staff on hand play at your own risk.

How do you feel about lawn ornaments, speed limits, drinking while driving, saving chairs on the square and most any rule?

[under55]

Way to many rules

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

:confused: Didn't you mention once that you were a golf pro at one time or managed a golf course or something? I think I remember something like that..... if not I'm sorry. I've been playing for more than 50 years and worked at golf courses too. Never played a course accidentally. :icon_wink:

I played it on purpose, but didn't realize that it was closed.

Yes, I worked in the golf business for over 35 years and when we closed a course, a sign was placed on the first tee, tee markers and flagsticks were taken down.

As I stated after that, I noticed that they are now following that protocol when they close courses over here.

[KeithDB]

I saw quite a few out on the course behind our house yesterday. I authorized our little dog to bark at them. So trespassers in McClure, if a cute little white fluffy Schnoodle was yapping at you while you tried to concentrate on that chip shot, that was because of me.

[dewilson58]

:confused: Didn't you mention once that you were a golf pro at one time or managed a golf course or something? I think I remember something like that..... if not I'm sorry. I've been playing for more than 50 years and worked at golf courses too. Never played a course accidentally. :icon_wink:




Another case of rules don't apply to me.


"But there was no closed sign."



The vendor was not in his/her booth at the town square, there was no Closed sign, so I assumed everything was free for me to take."


There are written rules and unwritten rules.

[patfla06]

Are people really this childish?

[justjim]

“Swat Team showed up” - seriously - true or not that is crazy. “ As my mother use to say (her name was Ruth) for the love of Ruth find something else to do”. Read a book, take a walk with your significant other, talk to the neighbor four houses down the street, take the wife shopping, see a bad movie or have sex on the square as the music has stopped there anyway - - “For the love of Ruth”. People are unbelievable!

[CWGUY]

Another case of rules don't apply to me.


"But there was no closed sign."



The vendor was not in his/her booth at the town square, there was no Closed sign, so I assumed everything was free for me to take."


There are written rules and unwritten rules.


:ho: Thank you for that helpful post! :1rotfl: Your humor is missed by many here. :wave:

[CWGUY]

Are people really this childish?

YES!:boom:

[CWGUY]

Another case of rules don't apply to me.


"But there was no closed sign."



The vendor was not in his/her booth at the town square, there was no Closed sign, so I assumed everything was free for me to take."


There are written rules and unwritten rules.

:icon_wink: Just talked to a resident of the Village of Coleman..... said all he did was make a withdrawal - didn't know the bank was CLOSED! :clap2:

[John_W]

I play in a foursome every Friday afternoon at one the championship courses. Last Friday we only in 6 holes at Havana before the rain came, and the golfthevillages.com website said all courses closed thru Friday. They already projected this morning on the news we should get about 0.64 rainfall. That's just a normal afternoon? Why they can't reopen at least half of the nines tomorrow or Thursday is ridiculous.

[kcrazorbackfan]

I play in a foursome every Friday afternoon at one the championship courses. Last Friday we only in 6 holes at Havana before the rain came, and the golfthevillages.com website said all courses closed thru Friday. They already projected this morning on the news we should get about 0.64 rainfall. That's just a normal afternoon? Why they can't reopen at least half of the nines tomorrow or Thursday is ridiculous.

We are opening back up Thursday; going in tomorrow afternoon to get everything set back up and operational.

[John_W]

We are opening back up Thursday; going in tomorrow afternoon to get everything set back up and operational.

Thanks for the info. I guess they'll be teetimes sometime tomorrow for Thursday and later on villages.net. Maybe someone could change that crawling banner on golfthevillages.com.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I wonder if any of these people doing this thought of what would happen if they should have a medical emergency, flip a golf cart, or have a alligator attack them since there is no one fom the golf staff out there? Even with a cell phone first aid and response time would be longer.

Don, I played golf for years with no rangers on the golf course. I can count the number of hours, when I was a kid, that I was out on a course alone, walking and carrying my bag. I would play in the rain and often would finish at night playing the last two or three holes in the dark.

People play thousands of rounds all over the world without rangers there to look after them.

Have we really gotten to the point where we can be out on a golf course without a babysitter?

[ColdNoMore]

One thing is for sure, we've definitely gotten to the point that there's a lot of complaining/whining...about missing a couple of days of free golf. :oops:

[CWGUY]

Don, I played golf for years with no rangers on the golf course. I can count the number of hours, when I was a kid, that I was out on a course alone, walking and carrying my bag. I would play in the rain and often would finish at night playing the last two or three holes in the dark.

People play thousands of rounds all over the world without rangers there to look after them.

Have we really gotten to the point where we can be out on a golf course without a babysitter?

:1rotfl: Yes.... like kids the ones that find it hard to behave need a babysitter! :boom:

[JoMar]

Don, I played golf for years with no rangers on the golf course. I can count the number of hours, when I was a kid, that I was out on a course alone, walking and carrying my bag. I would play in the rain and often would finish at night playing the last two or three holes in the dark.

People play thousands of rounds all over the world without rangers there to look after them.

Have we really gotten to the point where we can be out on a golf course without a babysitter?

We all did, because the courses either permitted it or we were just young an dumb. We also usually walked or pulled. I saw playing yesterday, didn't stay on the paths and were driving on the wet fairways leaving wheel tracks...no respect for not only what was asked, but no respect for the course. The entitled will always be the entitled here and until there are consequences it really doesn't matter does it? As for babysitting, we don't have rangers here because rangers enforce. We have ambassadors that are supposed to be helpful....oh yeah, they are also supposed to rake bunkers and fix ball marks right?

[anothersteve]

We have ambassadors that are supposed to be helpful....oh yeah, they are also supposed to rake bunkers and fix ball marks right?

No.
Steve

[skip0358]

To much I pay for things around here don’t tell me what I can and can’t do!

[John_W]

I don't play free golf, it costs $37 to play on the championship courses. Most of this summer on the championship courses, they've had one ambassador for 18 holes, you might see him once. They had one starter shack open for two nines, for example at Bonifay if you're playing Pensacola, you go check in at Destin starter shack. I think most of us can operate without assistance. I wish it was free golf, in January it will go up to about $57.

[drcar]

Don, I played golf for years with no rangers on the golf course. I can count the number of hours, when I was a kid, that I was out on a course alone, walking and carrying my bag. I would play in the rain and often would finish at night playing the last two or three holes in the dark.

People play thousands of rounds all over the world without rangers there to look after them.

Have we really gotten to the point where we can be out on a golf course without a babysitter?

Dr. you are correct most courses I have played on in the north you didn't see a ranger. But here people scream if they don't see an ambassador 2 times every 9 holes. The courses were closed not because of lack of ambassadors, but for the safety of the staff, the equipment and to keep control of our courses. But many people do play and are allowed to after hours.

[anothersteve]

I don't play free golf, it costs $37 to play on the championship courses. Most of this summer on the championship courses, they've had one ambassador for 18 holes, you might see him once. They had one starter shack open for two nines, for example at Bonifay if you're playing Pensacola, you go check in at Destin starter shack. I think most of us can operate without assistance. I wish it was free golf, in January it will go up to about $57.

Tell me oh wise one..........what do you think would happen without Starters or Ambassadors?
I'll accept your "opinion"
Steve

[John_W]

Tell me oh wise one..........what do you think would happen without Starters or Ambassadors?
I'll accept your "opinion"
Steve

For one, it wouldn't be any different. I played on 7 different courses in NE Maryland and southern Pennsylvania until 2011 when I moved to TV. None had ambassasors, a beer girl on the course was the only employee you would even come across, and most of the courses only had a starter during the morning rush.

My favorite course was Pilgrim's Oak in Delta, Pensylvania just across the state line from Maryland. For those over 50 it was $33 to play including cart. You could get a great pulled pork BBQ sandwich on a bun with drink and chips for $7 on the turn. It was owned and maintained by the Amish. It was 36 miles from my home and I had to drive across a dam to get there, but we went at least once a month. It was beautiful!

https://www.pilgrimsoak.com/media/com_twojtoolbox/course%2007.jpg

[anothersteve]

For one, it wouldn't be any different. I played on 7 different courses in NE Maryland and southern Pennsylvania until 2011 when I moved to TV. None had ambassasors, a beer girl on the course was the only employee you would even come across, and most of the courses only had a starter during the morning rush.

My favorite course was Pilgrim's Oak in Delta, Pensylvania just across the state line from Maryland. For those over 50 it was $33 to play including cart. You could get a great pulled pork BBQ sandwich on a bun with drink and chips for $7 on the turn. It was owned and maintained by the Amish. It was 36 miles from my home and I had to drive across a dam to get there, but we went at least once a month. It was beautiful!

https://www.pilgrimsoak.com/media/com_twojtoolbox/course%2007.jpg

That's a non answer.
Steve

[drcar]

I play in a foursome every Friday afternoon at one the championship courses. Last Friday we only in 6 holes at Havana before the rain came, and the golfthevillages.com website said all courses closed thru Friday. They already projected this morning on the news we should get about 0.64 rainfall. That's just a normal afternoon? Why they can't reopen at least half of the nines tomorrow or Thursday is ridiculous.

Courses are opening Thursday

[JoMar]

No.
Steve

That was sarcasm..lol

[anothersteve]

That was sarcasm..lol

Sorry, I got caught up in the moment.
Steve