BEDROOM GOLF For the individual who considers bad weather to be a problem because it limits physical activity, this game is for you. The following are the rules for Bedroom Golf: 1. Each player shall furnish his own equipment, usually one club and two balls. 2. Play on the course must be approved by the owner of the hole. 3. Unlike outdoor golf, the object is to get the club into the hole and keep the balls out of the hole. 4. For most effective play, the club should have a firm shaft, course owners are permitted to check shaft stiffness before play begins. 5. Course owners reserve the right to restrict the length of the club to avoid damage to hole. 6. The object of the game is to take as many strokes as necessary until course owner is satisfied that the play is complete, Failure to do so may result in being denied permission to play course again. 7. It is considered bad form to begin playing the hole immediately upon arrival at the course. The experienced player will take time to admire the entire course, giving special attention to well formed bunkers. 8. Players are cautioned not to mention other courses they have played or are currently playing to the owner of the course being played. Upset course owners have been known to damage players equipment for this. 9. Players are advised to have proper rain gear with them, just in case. 10. Players should not assume a course is in shape for play at all times. Some players may be embarrassed if the find the course is temporarily under repair, players are advised to be extremely tactful in this situation, More advanced players will find alternative means of play when this is the case. 11. Players should assure themselves that their match has been properly scheduled, particularly when a new course is being played for the first time. Previous players have been known to become irate if they discover someone else has been playing what they consider to be a private course. 12. The owner of the course is responsible for the pruning of any bushes, which may reduce the visibility of the hole. 13. Players are advised to obtain the course owners permission before attempting to play the back nine. 14. Slow play is encouraged, however, players should be prepared to proceed at a quicker pace, at least temporarily, at the owners request. 15. It is considered outstanding performance, Time permitting, to play the same hole several times in one match. Good Luck and may you achieve a very, very high score!
Posted on: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:34:34 +0000