If there is a "problem" we call Community Watch and they call the Sheriff. Pedestrians are usually OK but the one's fishing are another story.

Pedestrians can be a problem if they steal my golf ball.

One time I hit a ball toward the water but it hit a person fishing and it bounced back into the fairway, so I was pretty happy. The fisherman, not so much.

Selfish people in The Villages??
Say it isn't so!

If we could just get rid of all of the old people, The Villages would be paradise on earth.

I saw it the other day. Two morons walking along the course, no shirts, just out for a jolly walk while people were teeing off right in their direction. More and more people think they can do whatever they want. Off limits, except for golfers. I asked the golf office why can't put a small sign (course Closed) when the starter or ambassadors leave. You think I asked them to put up a wall around the course. You are absolutely right Marcoguy. I call them the "entitled people". I hope the dog meets Mr. Alligator, Mr Coyote or Mr. Hawk. Case Closed.


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

Dogs on golf course
 

Won’t it be great when someone steps in dog crap? That might get someone’s attention.

Dogs on golf course
 

It’s not the dogs fault. He has to go where the owner takes him.

Don't have a dog sorry
Get your facts straight so you don't sound I won't say

Asking for a friend, did you really see them at it?

I think it was before I moved here full time

Entitled seems like the appropriate word but.....

Yep, sure the sheriff going stop actual criminal investigation and yell “ squad up. “ we have a criminal on a golf course”
All available officer ASAP.:duck:

You've summed it up quite well, amazing how things have changed over the years, Villages legally is on thin ground so to speak, in trying to enforce anything, but the lack of caring on the part of some residents, some visitors and way too many dog owners and golfers is stunning at times. Just the smell from the number of people who will take their dogs anywhere (but their own yard) to "deposit" makes one wonder about their thinking process ? Same with "golfers" who drive OVER the edges of traps and greens with gas and electric carts ! Just a sad comment on society that so many (not all of course) have no respect for self, others, the amenities, or their community ! Way to the world I guess.

I believe you of course, and many other employees too I am sure, but WHY would one community have so many different sets of directives for EACH course ? You are correct I know, on one course when I passed an "ambassador" on my way to the next hole, I mentioned (NOT angry, not wanted some incident, etc.) with a light tone and smile: "you might want to keep an eye on the folks behind us, they have no handicap tag, but seem to do whatever they wish with their cart, including driving ONTO the apron, BETWEEN the lip of a trap and the GREEN, and even driving on area BETWEEN the various TEES ! ! Ambassador said: " I hear ya", and shook head slightly, " but we're told that's why we are ambassadors, not marshals, we are told not to reprimand residents or guests, it makes the place seem unfriendly I guess". I shrugged and just said, "yeah, I guess, but seems like that kind of attitude (I made it clear NOT HIS attitude, just in general) can really get costly ! ? How about the people who grind out cigarettes on the greens.... that seems like a "nothing burger" thing here too ? Go figure....

I’ll gladly walk the golf courses if permitted. My neighbors told me it was a no no.
BTW, I really appreciate your comment. Seriously, this has been very informative.

Didn’t realize the community security were actual Police. Thanks for the info.

Ok let’s change the rule that doesn’t allow it. Simple.

Thank you so Much for your comments! I am learning so much about the Villages now.

So that means even if there is a rule about something, you don’t have to observe the rule until the Villages sees it as a problem right? I am not being snarky, I truly want to get along and understand how things work here. Thank you so much for your comments. They are appreciated.

Is this thread still going one. Can we please have a dog poop thread?

Oh, you mean you can’t throw junk mail trash cans at the postal stations? Wow, I didn’t know that. Guess I am busted.

Thank you for your comments. They help me understand!

Hey, I guess this wasn’t such a yawn LMAO!!!!!

Well, the total population swells by close to 50% during the snowbird season, so there's that...

Yep...it's not rocket science

You mean their choice?

Agreed. It’s such a non-issue.

As a high school teacher, I coached cross country teams for many years. This was in Illinois. We sometimes ran on our local golf course. I figured the same thing was allowed here in The Villages -- but no, the first time I tried to jog on the golf course across the street from my home here, I got run off pronto by a player. It was almost dark, he was the last player of the day, and I was in no way interfering with his game. I guess that's just the way geezers get sometimes. But, you know, if that's the way it is done here, then I figure I need to follow the same rules. I do hate jogging on the streets though. LOL I have no advice on dogs, other than the owner should have their pet under control at all times. If dog walkers are not allowed on the golf courses, than dogs should not be there either.

Pretty sure we did as we drove past.
If they wern't, the lady in question was cleaning the cart windshield with her feet!:shocked:

Don't know of a Villages Community "Security." There is a Community Watch though and that is what they do: watch and report. They have no enforcement authority simply report. If it's something serious, I believe someone calls local law enforcement.

You mean expecting people to abide by the rules?????

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Or like Craigslist Page called RANTS AND RAVES...
No deer but wild boar and bear. And those mean Sandhill Cranes that walk through the traps and don't rake afterwards.
:ohdear::ohdear::ohdear:

That was on the stage at Sumter Landing.
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Because those of us who live on the golf course don't want people trespassing behind our homes. We don't know who you are and for all we know you could be there other reasons. Stay Off the golf course unless you are playing. There are enough places to walk without trespassing.

Did you also teach your students to trespassing on private property? Great Role Model.

You are concerned with someone's identification and purpose when they walk on a concrete path behind your home but you don't have the same questions when they walk on a concrete or asphalt path in front of your home?

The concrete and asphalt in "front" of one's home is usually "public" property. Those "concrete paths" behind ones home on the golf course are "private property". Pretty simple really. What's so hard to understand?

If it is owned by the Villages and maintained by our amenity fee then is it really private property?

Yes, I understand that it is possible to "trespass" on public land. Yes, I understand that there are rules though I can't seem to find the rules regarding the golf cart paths. But I also understand how easy it is to use a phrase such as, "trespassing on private property," without actually knowing if it is private property or trespassing.

Not hard to understand at all. Neither is my question or the statement in the post I was replying to.

The Villages Golf Course Administration is just a phone call away, "maybe" they can explain it for you.

Call Golf And Tennis Administration at 352-753-3396 for more information on membership enhancements or other golf/tennis issues.