6 pm, golf courses closed at 4 starting today

[Yucatan2]

And two groups just golfed through at the Chula Vista golf course. What makes them special? I know there is a “course closed “ sign at the starter shack, I guess they can’t read?
I imagine this is not the only course this is happening at.....

[Mudder]

Shameful!

[starflyte1]

How long does it take to play a round? I thought the last tee time was 4.

[golfing eagles]

And two groups just golfed through at the Chula Vista golf course. What makes them special? I know there is a “course closed “ sign at the starter shack, I guess they can’t read?
I imagine this is not the only course this is happening at.....

Did you call someone, perhaps community watch? The other thread stated that an employee told him that they will call the sheriff on violators for trespassing

[anothersteve]

How long does it take to play a round? I thought the last tee time was 4.

It can take 2hrs. I've had it happen to me on Hilltop of all places.
Steve

[billethkid]

Turn 'em in...

Book 'em Danno!

[Marvic 1]

2 hour play on Executive golf course, way to long......

As I posted before: every 9 minutes a new group goes out onto the first tee. So its should take 9 minutes per hole, times 9 holes equals 81 minutes.
(1 Hour 21 minutes max per round).
No wonder we wait for the front groups to move on, some guys think its a 2 hour golf game! :ohdear:

[DavidStockhausen]

Got kicked off an executive course while walking tonight. Ambassador said course closed. I said Golfers were playing there today. He said chemicals are dangerous eso they didn’t want exposure. I said course was treated a week ago. He said “real reason is they don’t have insurance and they own the golf courses so they can close them whenever they want!” Any comments?

[Yucatan2]

How long does it take to play a round? I thought the last tee time was 4.

We live on the 3rd tee....they just walked on shortly before 6. After my original post the ambassador showed up to chase them off, and then the huge sprinklers came on as well.
I am concerned that if people can’t follow the rules, all of the courses will be closed to all of us.

[anothersteve]

Got kicked off an executive course while walking tonight. Ambassador said course closed. I said Golfers were playing there today. He said chemicals are dangerous eso they didn’t want exposure. I said course was treated a week ago. He said “real reason is they don’t have insurance and they own the golf courses so they can close them whenever they want!” Any comments?

Yes...stay off the courses after 4! Anyway pedestrians are prohibited from all courses...period...24/7/365

[Rollie]

What is the reason given for closing the courses after 4pm. I saw an article and heard a radio report, and nether had a reason. Great reporting.

Rollie

[merrymini]

I saw people on the course until late yesterday even though they said the last tee time was 4, people were out there at 7. People congregate in the parking lot and do not keep their distance and then get into their individual golf carts to play and there was definitely no social distancing in the parking lot and still everyone has been allowed to play. I cannot walk on the Wiechens Preserve because dogs were allowed to run free there after the dog parks were closed because people are inconsiderate and stupid. Close the golf courses and you can sit at home like the rest of us until you learn consideration and regard for others.

[photo1902]

Got kicked off an executive course while walking tonight. Ambassador said course closed. I said Golfers were playing there today. He said chemicals are dangerous eso they didn’t want exposure. I said course was treated a week ago. He said “real reason is they don’t have insurance and they own the golf courses so they can close them whenever they want!” Any comments?

He’s right.

[WRSINE]

And two groups just golfed through at the Chula Vista golf course. What makes them special? I know there is a “course closed “ sign at the starter shack, I guess they can’t read?
I imagine this is not the only course this is happening at.....

I thought after the starter closed his booth - you could just tee off anyway

[Leadbone1]

I teed off last night close to 4 o’clock and it was about 530 when we got done. There was an ambassador sitting there and said he has to stay till 730 each night to make sure no one tees off after 4 o’clock. This is happening at all the courses. So maybe the people you saw at six were just slow players. Not receiving special treatment. He said they are closing down early because about 26 ambassadors have opted to not work because of the virus. That is the only reason. A lot of people out here are speculating and don’t know what they’re talking about.

[anothersteve]

I thought after the starter closed his booth - you could just tee off anyway

What part of "the courses are closed for play after 4" doesn't everyone understand? You are trespassing after 4 and can't play. If caught, you will be asked leave on your own, or be "escorted" off.
Steve

[davem4616]

I was told by my sales agent when we bought in that there were a few deeds that go back to the early 80's that had a stipulation in them that the rules that will apply to everyone else will not apply to them....

I'm guessing that those golfers that played through must have been those lucky ones...well at least one of them had to be and they could include the rest of their foursome

[Graciegolden614]

It’s not a walking path. It’s a golf cart path and it is private property, not community property. Walk on sidewalks, streets, and multi use paths of which there are miles and miles to use

[pooderpask]

last tee time 4PM. Takes a couple hours to play

[MandoMan]

Yes...stay off the courses after 4! Anyway pedestrians are prohibited from all courses...period...24/7/365

Why should pedestrians be prohibited at times before the first T-time or after the final players of the day are over? I usually get up at 4:30, and I’d love to walk courses before the first T-off. I’d be done by 6:30. Some walkers or bike riders don’t play golf, even though their fees pay for the courses.

[jonathanb]

That’s what happened to Pickleball. People couldn’t follow the rules

[golfing eagles]

It’s not a walking path. It’s a golf cart path and it is private property, not community property. Walk on sidewalks, streets, and multi use paths of which there are miles and miles to use

Couldn't agree more. I live on a championship course, and in 6 years I've never set foot on it unless I was playing. Yet every day there are people walking, cycling, playing with their dogs off lease, or just riding in their carts. What part of trespassing is hard to understand?

[threefootputt]

The most recent district government bulletin states the courses are closing at 4:00 in order to provide for sufficient staffing at all executive courses. It is a matter of having enough employees to work at the courses.

[hillyridge]

We live on a championship golf course that is currently closed with signs that clearly state "Course Closed". Yet, every day I see walkers, bicyclists, joggers and golf carts cruising the paths. There is an ambassador assigned to this "Closed Course" whose job is to keep these people off the "closed" course. Were it not for the ambassador there would be an endless parade of walkers, joggers, bicyclists, golf carts and even people trying to play the "closed" course. The end result would be chaos. I completely understand why people cannot just do "their own thing". Just look at social distancing here in The Villages. There are those who thinks these guidelines refer to others, not themselves. Sad these "entitled" people don't wake up and think of others.

[DecaturFargo]

Actualky, I believe it's 3:58.

[golfing eagles]

Why should pedestrians be prohibited at times before the first T-time or after the final players of the day are over? I usually get up at 4:30, and I’d love to walk courses before the first T-off. I’d be done by 6:30. Some walkers or bike riders don’t play golf, even though their fees pay for the courses.

For one thing---insurance regulations. A ticketed golfer has accepted the risks of playing on the course. A trespasser has not---what happens if a walker breaks an ankle in a hole or a cyclists falls and injures himself?

And their fees don't pay for championship courses.

[photo1902]

For one thing---insurance regulations. A ticketed golfer has accepted the risks of playing on the course. A trespasser has not---what happens if a walker breaks an ankle in a hole or a cyclists falls and injures himself?

And their fees don't pay for championship courses.

And you nailed it.

[024engine]

You must be the golf course police chief.

[LadyPenO]

DUH!!! Could it be to fertilize and water before the sun goes down?! Warning: You dont want to get caught in that smelly sprinkler water!

[Lindamct]

Why do you care?

[geobar]

Very surprised any "The Villages" golf courses are still open at all.
If you look at counties south of T. V. they have all closed for Peoples Safety.
Whats wrong with people in The Villages, guess they don't understand: "Stay at Home"
As the Pandemic moves north our local count rises dramatically daily in our 3 counties, and were not even near the peak.
Food stores do deliver, most Doctor's offices are closed.
The longer people continue to go out other than for recommended exercise at a safe 6 foot distance the longer we will continue to have this "Pandemic" linger.
Afraid of what the outcome will be when we are allowed to go out again. Many predict a re occurrence.
Stay Safe neighbors. Stay at Home.

[Maxsan]

I had assumed it was because of a lack of employees. If that was the case they could have closed some courses and spread personnel around. Now I hear it is because this is the “national standard”. Not sure what that means but it sounded good

[eyc234]

Got kicked off an executive course while walking tonight. Ambassador said course closed. I said Golfers were playing there today. He said chemicals are dangerous eso they didn’t want exposure. I said course was treated a week ago. He said “real reason is they don’t have insurance and they own the golf courses so they can close them whenever they want!” Any comments?

Can I come to your property and walk around it anytime I want? Bet you would not be happy!! Anytime you want to buy a golf course you can then do whatever you want with it, until then the rules are for everyone and it is not each individuals choice to do whatever they want, whenever they want. If they do they should be held accountable and suffer the consequences.

[Rickg]

I saw community watch chase a foursome off Mangrove

[MandoMan]

For one thing---insurance regulations. A ticketed golfer has accepted the risks of playing on the course. A trespasser has not---what happens if a walker breaks an ankle in a hole or a cyclists falls and injures himself?

And their fees don't pay for championship courses.

Are the championship courses, which are open to the public, not subsidized at all by our amenities fees? Are they not owned by The Villages? Certainly our amenities fees pay for the executive courses, so why should we not be allowed to walk the paths there before the first T-off?

I can understand liability problems with people walking and playing at the same time, but there shouldn’t be any stray golf balls at 6 am or after the final round of the day. It would be a lot safer than dodging speeding carts or walking on public roads in neighborhoods, and quieter and lovelier. It’s a bit like saying, “You can walk in the streets, so why should we let you walk in the park on the paths.”

[golfing eagles]

Very surprised any "The Villages" golf courses are still open at all.
If you look at counties south of T. V. they have all closed for Peoples Safety.
Whats wrong with people in The Villages, guess they don't understand: "Stay at Home"
As the Pandemic moves north our local count rises dramatically daily in our 3 counties, and were not even near the peak.
Food stores do deliver, most Doctor's offices are closed.
The longer people continue to go out other than for recommended exercise at a safe 6 foot distance the longer we will continue to have this "Pandemic" linger.
Afraid of what the outcome will be when we are allowed to go out again. Many predict a re occurrence.
Stay Safe neighbors. Stay at Home.


Do you realize you are contradicting yourself?

[Jazzman]

Some foursomes believe they’re playing at the Masters. I’ve been stuck behind groups like that many times here in the illages whether on an executive or so called champion course

[golfing eagles]

Are the championship courses, which are open to the public, not subsidized at all by our amenities fees? Are they not owned by The Villages? Certainly our amenities fees pay for the executive courses, so why should we not be allowed to walk the paths there before the first T-off?

I can understand liability problems with people walking and playing at the same time, but there shouldn’t be any stray golf balls at 6 am or after the final round of the day. It would be a lot safer than dodging speeding carts or walking on public roads in neighborhoods, and quieter and lovelier. It’s a bit like saying, “You can walk in the streets, so why should we let you walk in the park on the paths.”

But you can still be injured in any one of many ways, it's not just stray golf balls. Plus the maintenance workers are out there with all kinds of equipment before the courses open

[photo1902]

But you can still be injured in any one of many ways, it's not just stray golf balls. Plus the maintenance workers are out there with all kinds of equipment before the courses open

Shouldn't I be allowed to go into the rec centers before and after they are open? :1rotfl:

[golfing eagles]

Shouldn't I be allowed to go into the rec centers before and after they are open? :1rotfl:

Good point. Walmart also.

I guess it's just human nature to want what you can't have. There are miles and miles of places one can walk, why do some people want to walk where it is not allowed? And then there are those that know it isn't allowed and just do it anyway----probably some of the same people that are screaming obey the law or stay at home.

[acbosslady]

And two groups just golfed through at the Chula Vista golf course. What makes them special? I know there is a “course closed “ sign at the starter shack, I guess they can’t read?
I imagine this is not the only course this is happening at.....
They should pull there village ID cards for six to one year privileges....

[golfing eagles]

They should pull there village ID cards for six to one year privileges....

A little Draconian don't you think?

Good thing (for them) that you're NOT the "boss lady"

PS: nice first post

[bebby17]

And two groups just golfed through at the Chula Vista golf course. What makes them special? I know there is a “course closed “ sign at the starter shack, I guess they can’t read?
I imagine this is not the only course this is happening at.....

awwwww tooooo bad the par 3 courses are i such bad condition its a wonder anyone would want to play them gotta love all u i saw u cry babies

[tomhinz]

STOP and just obey the LAW!

[rustyp]

Recognize your neighbor ?
Florida golfers caught ignoring social distancing rules at golf course - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiGLAx3WfGE)

[tophcfa]

Some people like to play very early in the AM and others prefer to play into sunset. If the courses are short on staff and need to reduce hours, why not alternate between closing early one day and opening late the next?

[jrhood302]

Get a life I am sure you obey all the rules dictated to you what is the difference between 1:45 and 2:00 That is approx 2 minutes per hole maybe some players play slower at 80 then 60

[rustyp]

Around 5 minute mark "mistake number 4" interesting.

Disaster Expert Reveals Common Mistakes Of Social Distancing - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz9JAz95DQY)

[croughwell]

WHAT????? More selfentitled Villagers!

[Goldwingnut]

What is the reason given for closing the courses after 4pm. I saw an article and heard a radio report, and nether had a reason. Great reporting.

Rollie

From the District Weekly Bulliten
" Tee time hours are being modified to reflect the current available staffing levels of Executive Golf Operations. Hours will be from 7am through 4pm."

[Goldwingnut]

It’s not a walking path. It’s a golf cart path and it is private property, not community property. Walk on sidewalks, streets, and multi use paths of which there are miles and miles to use

Actually, all the executive course north of SR44 are owned by either the SLCDD or VCCDD so they are technically public property not private property.

[WickedMike]

We golf an executive course yesterday and were the last group out, 3:53. Was enjoyable to just take our time and not push the group ahead or worry about holding up someone. Spoke with ambassador a few times and he was overseeing sneak on golfers and keeping them off. Must admit we took longer to play then what we normally do. Stay Safe all!

[Tnbrewer]

Turn the sprinklers on
That will do it! 😎

[anothersteve]

Are the championship courses, which are open to the public, not subsidized at all by our amenities fees? Are they not owned by The Villages? Certainly our amenities fees pay for the executive courses, so why should we not be allowed to walk the paths there before the first T-off?

I can understand liability problems with people walking and playing at the same time, but there shouldn’t be any stray golf balls at 6 am or after the final round of the day. It would be a lot safer than dodging speeding carts or walking on public roads in neighborhoods, and quieter and lovelier. It’s a bit like saying, “You can walk in the streets, so why should we let you walk in the park on the paths.”

Maybe, just maybe the golf courses are private property?

Steve

[Marvic 1]

Get a life I am sure you obey all the rules dictated to you what is the difference between 1:45 and 2:00 That is approx 2 minutes per hole maybe some players play slower at 80 then 60

Wrong, 4 mins per hole extra using your 2 hour game format....
Then why are Tee-Times 9 minutes apart with its taking you a little over 13 minutes to finish one hole?
The Ambassadors should start making these Slow-Pokes skip a hole or two to keep the game flowing as it should be....

[drcar]

Are the championship courses, which are open to the public, not subsidized at all by our amenities fees? Are they not owned by The Villages? Certainly our amenities fees pay for the executive courses, so why should we not be allowed to walk the paths there before the first T-off?

I can understand liability problems with people walking and playing at the same time, but there shouldn’t be any stray golf balls at 6 am or after the final round of the day. It would be a lot safer than dodging speeding carts or walking on public roads in neighborhoods, and quieter and lovelier. It’s a bit like saying, “You can walk in the streets, so why should we let you walk in the park on the paths.”

It is a liability issue, I can not understand why that is so hard to grasp. Lets say you opt to walk the course at 6 AM, and the power sprinklers come on and knock you over. Or chemicals have been applied that may affect you. People would sue and sue and sue. Stay off the courses if you are not playing, it is really that simple!

[hal195z]

I guess the courses need to put a sign at the starter shack and at the first T-box:

NO TRESPASSING
COURSE CLOSED
VIOLATERS WILL BE PROSECUTED

[drcar]

Some people like to play very early in the AM and others prefer to play into sunset. If the courses are short on staff and need to reduce hours, why not alternate between closing early one day and opening late the next?

I guess when you manage the worlds largest single golfing community you can make the schedule for over 1200 retired employees. I know they would just love have their shifts changed on a daily bases.

[drcar]

I guess the courses need to put a sign at the starter shack and at the first T-box:

NO TRESPASSING
COURSE CLOSED
VIOLATERS WILL BE PROSECUTED

There are signs up stating coursed closed, but people think they are entitled, sometimes you can't fix stupid!

[drcar]

Actually, all the executive course north of SR44 are owned by either the SLCDD or VCCDD so they are technically public property not private property.

They are NOT public property per say, that's like saying the rec centers are public property and can be used at any time.

[starflyte1]

Steve, Isn’t last tee time 4?


What part of "the courses are closed for play after 4" doesn't everyone understand? You are trespassing after 4 and can't play. If caught, you will be asked leave on your own, or be "escorted" off.
Steve

[BevSparks]

Got kicked off an executive course while walking tonight. Ambassador said course closed. I said Golfers were playing there today. He said chemicals are dangerous eso they didn’t want exposure. I said course was treated a week ago. He said “real reason is they don’t have insurance and they own the golf courses so they can close them whenever they want!” Any comments?

I have a comment, the golf course is for people playing golf, not for recreational use when it's opened or closed. I can't tell you how many times in the summer people ride through the course toward golfers hitting balls at them. We've had to stop playing and wait for non-golfers to pass us before playing and have waited for people touring the course to ride far enough past us so we can tee off. Stay off the course if you are NOT playing golf!

[BevSparks]

What part of "the courses are closed for play after 4" doesn't everyone understand? You are trespassing after 4 and can't play. If caught, you will be asked leave on your own, or be "escorted" off.
Steve

The LAST Tee time closes at 4:00 so people will be playing after 4:00. If you play championship course and tee off at 4, you will not finish until 7:30 or 8..

[photo1902]

What part of "the courses are closed for play after 4" doesn't everyone understand? You are trespassing after 4 and can't play. If caught, you will be asked leave on your own, or be "escorted" off.
Steve

That is simply not correct. The last tee time is 4pm.

[BevSparks]

Why should pedestrians be prohibited at times before the first T-time or after the final players of the day are over? I usually get up at 4:30, and I’d love to walk courses before the first T-off. I’d be done by 6:30. Some walkers or bike riders don’t play golf, even though their fees pay for the courses.

The championship courses are private property and not owned by you or any resident, so that is why you are not able to walk on the courses... only paying customers playing golf!

[NJblue]

I always find it amazing how willingly people here will follow rules whether the rules make sense or not. The only rationale that I have seen for keeping walkers off the executive courses is one of insurance. Really? Remember, we all pay for the use of the executive courses with our amenity fees. As Goldwingnut points out, these are not private courses - they are owned by the CDC a public entity. So, for some reason our insurance would no longer cover a person who is walking on the cart path but yet it would cover a golfer if he were playing on the course? Nonsense.

Can anyone give a logical reason why the extra evening hours can not be used for walking? We are paying for this amenity and walking is an encouraged activity that is easy to maintain social distancing. Or, are you willing to just follow whatever rules are set up like obedient sheep?

[drcar]

The LAST Tee time closes at 4:00 so people will be playing after 4:00. If you play championship course and tee off at 4, you will not finish until 7:30 or 8..

You are correct, the last tee time on both the execs and champs is 4. You can not make a tee time after four. If you start at four you can play until you finish.

[Rosebud1949]

Keep it up selfish golfers.. you will, by your actions, close ALL the courses to all...........despite warnings no face masks on over 200 folk our there... only 3 wearing them cared about their safety and the safety of others.. No Masks for sale....MAKE ONE.

[anothersteve]

Steve, Isn’t last tee time 4?

3:58 actually.
Steve

[newwillo]

I don't understand why people are upset that we can still golf. Precautions are being taken seriously and obeyed. And why wouldn't The Villages be happy to allow folks to walk or ride bikes on the closed courses. They are a safe place for us to get out for some needed fresh air and exercise and stay even more isolated than on the public streets and walkways. Why do we hear so many moaners and complainers.
We are so blessed and fortunate to be living here.

[anothersteve]

That is simply not correct. The last tee time is 4pm.

Duh! Anyone on the course after the last tee time, in other words, following the last tee time, which is 3:58, is prohibited from being there. What is so hard to understand?
Steve

[Marvic 1]

I always find it amazing how willingly people here will follow rules whether the rules make sense or not.

Are you saying we should not obey and break the rules?

[golfing eagles]

Keep it up selfish golfers.. you will, by your actions, close ALL the courses to all...........despite warnings no face masks on over 200 folk our there... only 3 wearing them cared about their safety and the safety of others.. No Masks for sale....MAKE ONE.

Did you understand that the CDC's mask recommendation was only for those situations where a 6 foot distance could not be maintained? Grocery stores--yes. Lines to pick up take out food---probably. Riding in a golf cart----no. Now, you are free to wear a mask anytime and anywhere you like, but don't lecture others who are following the recommendation

[newwillo]

I totally agree with you Bev........... no reason why a pedestrian shouldn't be able to take a walk on a closed course. Anyone really, but ESPECIALLY, one who has paid his trail fees. ( if that is what is irritating people). The insurance excuse is not valid... It would work the same as for golfers...

[photo1902]

Duh! Anyone on the course after the last tee time, in other words, following the last tee time, which is 3:58, is prohibited from being there. What is so hard to understand?
Steve

Easy, big guy. I understand it just fine. You're the one muddying the water with "What part of "the courses are closed for play after 4" doesn't everyone understand? You are trespassing after 4 and can't play. If caught, you will be asked leave on your own, or be "escorted" off."

And technically, there are a bunch of 4:00 pm tee times, not just 3:58.

[golfing eagles]

Duh! Anyone on the course after the last tee time, in other words, following the last tee time, which is 3:58, is prohibited from being there. What is so hard to understand?
Steve

Please see posts #63,64, & 67

You can't tee off after 4, but you might be on the course at 8 if it is an 18 holes course

[graciegirl]

Why should pedestrians be prohibited at times before the first T-time or after the final players of the day are over? I usually get up at 4:30, and I’d love to walk courses before the first T-off. I’d be done by 6:30. Some walkers or bike riders don’t play golf, even though their fees pay for the courses.

Because if you give some folks an inch, they take a mile. Then someone would ask...My toddler grands are here and they get up early so we let them go out to the sand trap with their toys. Unless you play golf, you don't understand that it is not a park.

[starflyte1]

I don’t think we are reading the same rule. Obviously, if you can tee off at 3:58, you are “legal” to finish your game.



Duh! Anyone on the course after the last tee time, in other words, following the last tee time, which is 3:58, is prohibited from being there. What is so hard to understand?
Steve

[MSchad]

I don’t think we are reading the same rule. Obviously, if you can tee off at 3:58, you are “legal” to finish your game.

Of course you are allowed to finish if you tee off at 3:58. If you start after the last tee time you will be asked to leave. What is so hard to understand??

[anothersteve]

I don’t think we are reading the same rule. Obviously, if you can tee off at 3:58, you are “legal” to finish your game.

That's what I said.

Anyone on the course after the last tee time, in other words, following the last tee time,
Steve

[MSchad]

And technically, there are a bunch of 4:00 pm tee times, not just 3:58.

This I don’t understand???

[bpascani]

I'm not a golfer, but maybe the 4pm time is the latest you can start your game???

[photo1902]

This I don’t understand???

Meaning, for example, if you look at open tee times for this upcoming Sunday, you'll see a 4pm available at Truman.

[Goodi70]

Please, p lease, please! The last tee time - legitimate tee time is 3:58. You may tee off and finish the round - approx 1 hr and 30 min. so you may still be on the course as late as 5:30. The last tee time is NOT 4:00 pm.

[photo1902]

please, p lease, please! The last tee time - legitimate tee time is 3:58. You may tee off and finish the round - approx 1 hr and 30 min. So you may still be on the course as late as 5:30. The last tee time is not 4:00 pm.

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[Leadbone1]

Nope! Tee times end at 4, not play! I played last night and it was about 520 when we got done.

[Leadbone1]

I had assumed it was because of a lack of employees. If that was the case they could have closed some courses and spread personnel around. Now I hear it is because this is the “national standard”. Not sure what that means but it sounded good
It is because of lack of employees. Villages gave the ambassadors the option to not work because of this virus. 26 employees took him up on it so they don’t have enough staff. There is no national standard. Every state does what they feel is best with guidance from the federal government. We are still the United States of America and we are not under martial law. I’m amazed at how many people just so easily give up their civil freedoms

[CWGUY]

Easy, big guy. I understand it just fine. You're the one muddying the water with "What part of "the courses are closed for play after 4" doesn't everyone understand? You are trespassing after 4 and can't play. If caught, you will be asked leave on your own, or be "escorted" off."And technically, there are a bunch of 4:00 pm tee times, not just 3:58.

:ho: Technically not a bunch. Once a day at Truman for 4 players.

This I don’t understand???

Truman and Roosevelt don't have 9 minute tee times. They have 10 minutes between tee times. It's because of the 1 tee layout on each. They are next to each other and stagger their starts every 5 minutes. One goes and 5 minutes later the other and 5 minutes later the 1st. goes again.

Meaning, for example, if you look at open tee times for this upcoming Sunday, you'll see a 4pm available at Truman.

:shrug: Does this happen on other courses here? Or are these the only 2? Not sure who was trying to muddy what........:icon_wink:

[photo1902]

:ho: Technically not a bunch. Once a day at Truman for 4 players.



Truman and Roosevelt don't have 9 minute tee times. They have 10 minutes between tee times. It's because of the 1 tee layout on each. They are next to each other and stagger their starts every 5 minutes. One goes and 5 minutes later the other and 5 minutes later the 1st. goes again.



:shrug: Does this happen on other courses here? Or are these the only 2? Not sure who was trying to muddy what........:icon_wink:

Yes. It happens on other courses. And this was only a sampling from Sunday's tee times. Plenty of 4pm's tomorrow and Saturday as well.

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[jet10s]

Why should pedestrians be prohibited at times before the first T-time or after the final players of the day are over? I usually get up at 4:30, and I’d love to walk courses before the first T-off. I’d be done by 6:30. Some walkers or bike riders don’t play golf, even though their fees pay for the courses.
are you kidding -- it is not what you are supposed to be doing -- those paths are not for you

[hillyridge]

I understand there are numerous ambassadors that have quit given the corona virus condition. Thus the courses do not have enough ambassadors to conduct business.

[anothersteve]

I understand there are numerous ambassadors that have quit given the corona virus condition. Thus the courses do not have enough ambassadors to conduct business.

They did not "quit", they had the option to work or not given the present situation with no repercussions.
Steve

[Tsego58]

Ask anyone there are no rules that apply to entitled people.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Keep it up selfish golfers.. you will, by your actions, close ALL the courses to all...........despite warnings no face masks on over 200 folk our there... only 3 wearing them cared about their safety and the safety of others.. No Masks for sale....MAKE ONE.

200 folk over where? Which course? At 4 persons per tee time, 200 people equal 50 tee times. Did you walk into Publix and think you were at a golf course?

Sort of over dramatizing your count? Thought so.....

[kcrazorbackfan]

Some people like to play very early in the AM and others prefer to play into sunset. If the courses are short on staff and need to reduce hours, why not alternate between closing early one day and opening late the next?

You really think with all the confusion the CLUELESS have on this post about no tee times after 4pm that they could figure out what day is early start and which day is late start?

That would really be hilarious to see their responses to that.

[golfing eagles]

If its after 4:00 pm and you see someone on any Golf Course.
Call either:
Community Watch: (352) 753-0550
or The Villages: (800) 245-1081

What part of THE LAST TEE TIME is 4 PM is hard to understand???
There will be golfers ON THE COURSE until 8 PM if they are playing 18.
I just hope the previous post is ignored by everyone, otherwise community watch will be inundated with stupid calls, perhaps to the detriment of someone who really needs their help

PLEASE STOP posting crap if you have no idea of what you are talking about

[Medtrans]

If its after 4:00 pm and you see someone on any Golf Course.
Call either:
Community Watch: (352) 753-0550
or The Villages: (800) 245-1081

You will see golfers on the course after 4. Those who had the last few tee times have to finish. You should not see golfers on the first few holes after 4. By 5:30 there should be no one.

[golfing eagles]

You will see golfers on the course after 4. Those who had the last few tee times have to finish. You should not see golfers on the first few holes after 4. By 5:30 there should be no one.

I can play pretty quick, but not 18 holes in 1 1/2 hours. Did you read the previous post????

And if someone tees off at 3:58, they'll still be on the first hole after 4

[Medtrans]

I can play pretty quick, but not 18 holes in 1 1/2 hours. Did you read the previous post????

And if someone tees off at 3:58, they'll still be on the first hole after 4

Isn’t that what I just said?

[golfing eagles]

Isn’t that what I just said?

I'm sorry, I thought you said there shouldn't be anyone on the first few holes after 4 and no one on the course after 5:30, or did I misread it? What you said in some way might apply to the execs, but not the regular courses.

I'm not being argumentative or picky, I just want people to ignore the erroneous post that suggested community watch be called if anyone sees golfers on the courses after 4.

[MSchad]

Come on people. This not that hard to understand. You have to tee off at or BEFORE 4:00 and you get to finish. No one can start a round after 4:00.

[dewilson58]

Isn’t that what I just said?




Yepper

[Medtrans]

I'm sorry, I thought you said there shouldn't be anyone on the first few holes after 4 and no one on the course after 5:30, or did I misread it? What you said in some way might apply to the execs, but not the regular courses.

I'm not being argumentative or picky, I just want people to ignore the erroneous post that suggested community watch be called if anyone sees golfers on the courses after 4.

I may not have said it correctly but I’m agreeing with you 100%. I just meant there will be people on the course after 4 as those with pre-4 pm tee times finish. I guess my thought was executive in that no one should be on the first couple tees after 4. Championship golfers could be making the turn. Did I say it right this time?

[bilcon]

I live on an executive course and there is no regard for closing time. There are people out there when it gets dark as well a others using the golf cart paths at night for shortcuts. I have called numerous times and nothing happens. I asked why not put a small barrier across the path at the entrance saying closed . The golf office said it was to hard to do. Oh well, I still love it here because the few people who break the rules make the rest of us look great.

[drcar]

I understand there are numerous ambassadors that have quit given the corona virus condition. Thus the courses do not have enough ambassadors to conduct business.

Fake News!

[Polar Bear]

So much for that group of golfers who like to play nine holes late in the day during the summer. I know there are many. I sure hope this isn’t a permanent change.

[golfing eagles]

I may not have said it correctly but I’m agreeing with you 100%. I just meant there will be people on the course after 4 as those with pre-4 pm tee times finish. I guess my thought was executive in that no one should be on the first couple tees after 4. Championship golfers could be making the turn. Did I say it right this time?

Close enough:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[golfing eagles]

OK, kiddies, this will be post # 107 on this subject, and it's not really all that complicated. I'll try to be definitive.

The last TEE TIME is 4 PM (or 3:58 if you prefer)

What this means:

On executive courses, at 4:03, there will be groups on EVERY hole, the last group on the 1st green (hopefully)

By 5:30, the course would (hopefully) be empty, but give it to 6PM. After that, any of the self appointed golf course police can feel free to call somebody.

On championship courses, there will be groups on EVERY hole, the last ones being halfway down the 1st fairway. By 8PM (hopefully) the course should be empty, but give it to 8:15. At that point the same self appointed golf course police can call somebody. The golfers will be easily recognized by the flashlights they are carrying

[CWGUY]

Got kicked off an executive course while walking tonight. Ambassador said course closed. I said Golfers were playing there today. He said chemicals are dangerous eso they didn’t want exposure. I said course was treated a week ago. He said “real reason is they don’t have insurance and they own the golf courses so they can close them whenever they want!” Any comments?

:confused: "Ambassador said course closed." What else needed to be said? :boom:

[pauld315]

2 hour play on Executive golf course, way to long......

As I posted before: every 9 minutes a new group goes out onto the first tee. So its should take 9 minutes per hole, times 9 holes equals 81 minutes.
(1 Hour 21 minutes max per round).
No wonder we wait for the front groups to move on, some guys think its a 2 hour golf game! :ohdear:

Ideally but all it takes is one very slow group on the course to slow down the entire course. It normally tales anywhere from 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours to play a round when it is busy. Even playing with just a foursome with nobody in front of you will take over an hour and a half on most executive courses.. That is why they always have a few tee times they don't reserve during the day so they can catch up.

[pauld315]

:confused: "Ambassador said course closed." What else needed to be said? :boom:

They routinely kick people off the golf cart paths walking on the golf courses open or closed. There are signs that say golf traffic only posted on them.

[bilcon]

If it takes you 2 hours to play an executive course, without being held up by heavy play, then perhaps you should try pickle ball.

[Chi-Town]

Saw an ambassador moving non golfing people off the Palmer golf course at 6:45 p.m.. Good to see.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

What is the purpose of closing the courses at 4PM now?

I used to go onto the executive courses near me in the early evening after they were closed and play until dark. I paid annual cart fee and it never was a problem.

[mulligan]

The problem is your ignorance (or ignoring) the rules set out by the organization that own the property. Simple.

[CatskillBill]

The courses DO NOT close at 4 PM.
The LAST TEE TIME for ALL courses is 4 PM.
The Exec courses put up a CLOSED sign after the last group finishes (about 6 PM).
The Championship courses allow you to finish your round, that's why you see golfers still out there.
Walkers, joggers, or bikers were never allowed on the golf courses.