How many 18-hole golf courses have closed in the US?
The National Golf Foundation reported in June that its database verification team had found that roughly 60 18-hole equivalents had closed, a 46% drop from the same time last year. It projected about 100 18HEQs to close by the end of the year, roughly 0.7% of America's total supply.
Does the golf industry oppose the state’s water conservation plan?
Not everyone in the golf industry opposes the state’s water conservation plan. Chip Howard, an agronomist and golf industry consultant, said that with a few exceptions, “I find this plan to be fair and equitable among golf courses.”
Why are Arizona golf course managers fighting a plan to save water?
Managers of some Arizona golf courses are fighting a plan that would cut water use at a time when the state is being forced to confront shrinking water supplies.
What are the most notable golf courses that have closed in NC?
Unfortunately, the Grand Strand lost two more popular choices to lead our annual list of the most notable permanent course closures. The par-6 closing hole at Farmstead lets you hit shots in both South and North Carolina. Courtesy of Farmstead Golf Links
Shrinking supplies drive water-saving needs
Buschatzke began with an overview of Arizona’s worsening water challenges, including the declining reservoirs of the Colorado River, which store water that flows through the Central Arizona Project Canal to desert cities from Scottsdale to Tucson.
Many golf courses use groundwater
Buschatzke replied that he and his staff “recognize the need to have a program that allows the golf industry to continue to move forward.” He said they’ll continue to accept comments about any of the proposals.
Grappling with a 'drier future'
One subject that came up only once during the meeting was climate change, when Buschatzke briefly uttered the words and referred to the “long-term effects finally hitting us from the drier future.”
How early can you cancel a golf tee time?
No-Show Policy. Cancellation or modification of your tee time can be made 36 hours prior to the day of play via the telephone reservation system. If you fail to show up for your tee time, if you did not cancel your reservation 36 hours prior to the day of play and if we are unable to sell your time, your account will be flagged as a “No Show.”.
Why is a golf course unplayable?
In the event a golf course manager determines that a course is unplayable due to inclement weather or suspended play due to hazardous conditions, rain checks may be issued upon request as follows. A golfer may elect to wait to determine if the course reopens or request a rain check.
What happens if you don't show up for a tee time?
If you incur a second “No Show” while there's still an outstanding balance on your account, your tee time reservation privileges will be suspended until the balance is paid in full.
How many holes does a golf course have to be to get a rain check?
If six through nine holes are completed, players will be issued a nine-hole rain check for that course.. No rain check will be issued after teeing off on the 10th hole.
Can you wear tennis shoes in golf?
Tennis, soft-sole and field shoes are permitted only if approved by the golf shop. Improperly dressed golfers will be asked to change before being allowed to play or practice. The golf staff reserves the right to make final decisions on compliance with the dress code policy.
Is there a rain check for golfnow?
No rain check will be issued after teeing off on the 10th hole. No rain check will be issued for prepaid Golfnow customers. Rain checks will be issued for greens fees and carts only. Reservation fees are not refundable. All rain checks are valid through Dec. 31 of the current year.
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