[tomwed]

Originally Posted by Polar Bear

Nothing mysterious or anything, but maybe I'm not understanding your original question. If you're asking about permit requirements, restrictions, violations, etc., each wetland, preservation, development site, etc. has a specific permit associated with it. Each permit (County, SWFWMD, FDEP, etc.) can impose different restrictions on the site for which the permit applies. There is no "standard" set that applies to all sites.

If you walk into a restricted area you may be given a fine of $250. Is that a myth or is it the truth?

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by tomwed

If you walk into a restricted area you may be given a fine of $250. Is that a myth or is it the truth?

I was in a foursome when one of our group retrieved a ball from a restricted area. An ambassador rushed up and told him that he faced a $250 fine and loss of his golfing privileges if he was ever caught doing it again. (The ambassador did not say this in a joking manner, either)

[tomwed]

Originally Posted by dbussone

I was in a foursome when one of our group retrieved a ball from a restricted area. An ambassador rushed up and told him that he faced a $250 fine and loss of his golfing privileges if he was ever caught doing it again. (The ambassador did not say this in a joking manner, either)

Thank-you
That's fair but the fine should also be posted if everyone wants it to stop.

There a stake and I can't remember the color of the top but it's a warning that the area is dangerous. On Valushia there is one by the rocks. I guess it's snakes.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by tomwed

Thank-you
That's fair but the fine should also be posted if everyone wants it to stop.

There a stake and I can't remember the color of the top but it's a warning that the area is dangerous. On Valushia there is one by the rocks. I guess it's snakes.

No, not snakes. You need to ask the starter they can explain ,all, of the stakes.

[tomwed]

This explains the Environmentally Sensitive Areas.
http://www.golfthevillages.com/turft...ve%20Areas.pdf

[golfing eagles]

Despite all that, some people just don't get it. I live on a course with a protected pond about 60 yards from my lanai. Everyday I watch golfers walk into the protected area, fish for golf balls and hack around with a club. Why bother even looking when you are not permitted to retrieve it anyway? All that to risk a large fine, a snake bite or an alligator attack for a $2 golf ball? If it is not found outside the hazard, just drop one and take your penalty stroke. From what I observe, it looks like for most of them it's the difference between shooting 117 and 118 anyway. From the way they act, you would think it was the record score at the US Open on the line.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by tuccillo

I would recommend that you play on the more difficult Level 4 courses. I believe they attract fewer new players so the pace of play should be better.

Excellent advice.


And to the OP, don't malign the Golf Ambassadors. They are doing exactly what they are instructed to do or not do. I have yet to meet one who was not a gentleman or a gentlelady in all of the rounds of golf I have played here. If you want more, umm, traditional golf and golfers, pay to play on the 18 hole courses.

[Bay Kid]

Life goes by very fast, enjoy the view.

[Blessed2BNTV]

Originally Posted by DigitalGranny

I'm a novice learning golf. I sincerely hope I do not inconvenience experienced golfers. I love the ambassadors on the courses I have played. I find them to be very helpful when asked and encouraging. One gave my husband a coupon for the pro shop just for repairing the marks on the green ( yours plus one more is what I learned in the good golf school). Here's what I do to try to respect others. We play late in the day when the course is less crowded. If I get slow, I skip my tee shot and just drop my ball where my husbands tee shot lands. He is teaching me, but limits the "tips" to one per hole. I pick up my ball if I reach 6 strokes. I play only the executive courses rated 1 or 2 for difficulty. I watch the people behind me and if they are moving faster, I skip a hole. I carry my chipper and putter as I approach the green and always park the cart past the green. Again, I hope I don't inconvenience anyone. I love playing -and find its beautiful on our courses here! More advice?

I found my soul mate! That's what I do while I am in the learning process of golf. I love this game!

Would love to play with you and hubby!

[tomwed]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

Despite all that, some people just don't get it. I live on a course with a protected pond about 60 yards from my lanai. Everyday I watch golfers walk into the protected area, fish for golf balls and hack around with a club. Why bother even looking when you are not permitted to retrieve it anyway? All that to risk a large fine, a snake bite or an alligator attack for a $2 golf ball? If it is not found outside the hazard, just drop one and take your penalty stroke. From what I observe, it looks like for most of them it's the difference between shooting 117 and 118 anyway. From the way they act, you would think it was the record score at the US Open on the line.

The people I play with regularly buy used balls, find balls in unrestricted areas without slowing down play and don't loose very many balls. We don't worry about gators if the ball can be scoped in a couple of seconds. We never step on the rocks, snakes. Having said that we laugh at the people you describe because they are risking a huge fine for a 10 cent ball. Maybe they think they are saving a stroke because it's not "lost".

The person that was fined that I heard about was turned in by a golf course homeowner. He took his picture and turned it in with the time. The next day someone showed up a the golfers house, asked if this was him and than fined.

If I'm playing with a stranger that's either new to golf or new to the area, 99% of the time I'm comfortable enough to tell them what I heard.

[rjn5656]

Has anyone ever taught new golfers _ if you are slow and there are open holes ahead of you, you can speed up or let the group behind you play through.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by rjn5656

Has anyone ever taught new golfers _ if you are slow and there are open holes ahead of you, you can speed up or let the group behind you play through.

Probably 7 billion times in the history of golf. But how often do they listen or actually do it?

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

Probably 7 billion times in the history of golf. But how often do they listen or actually do it?

NEVER. We will now get lectured on we are retired, what's the hurry. Oh dear.


WHILE WE ARE YOUNG....Arnie says.


Double par, pick it up.


Don't even THINK about hitting two balls.


Can't wait to read the next posts but I feel better.

So glad you are part of this forum, Doc.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

NEVER. We will now get lectured on we are retired, what's the hurry. Oh dear.


WHILE WE ARE YOUNG....Arnie says.


Double par, pick it up.


Don't even THINK about hitting two balls.


Can't wait to read the next posts but I feel better.

So glad you are part of this forum, Doc.

Actually GG, I'd turn that around. What's the hurry? Probably nothing, or maybe someone allotted just so much time to play 9 short holes. Maybe they have an appointment, or a dinner reservation, or a movie time, or company coming over. Take a drive to LA on I-10--but go 25 mph.---what's the hurry?

So they better question is: What's all the lollygagging all about? No other place to talk incessantly than a golf course? No driving ranges to practice at? You've convinced yourself that a 9 is better than a 10 on a 100 yd. hole? There aren't any sidewalks to take a slow stroll?

There are defined average time parameters to play a golf hole---this helps with the enjoyment of the game for EVERYONE. Not playing at a REASONABLE pace (not rushing but not dawdling) affects everyone else on the course (behind you)

[drooney60@hotmail.com]

My husband is a Golf Ambassador for the Glenview Golf and Country Club. Yes, there are some Ambassadors that never get out of their cart, but the majority of them do a great job. My husband has been there for 3 years and folks have often complimented on how he does his job. He is a people person and treats everyone the way he would want to be treated. Granted, the job doesn't seem that difficult, but when you have folks that are really slow and don't want to listen to you, there is some stress involved. Kudos to the Golf Ambassadors in the Villages!!!