Lightning Safety Policy

Please read on to become informed about this policy.

It always seems to happen when you are having the best round of your life. The wind picks up, the clouds move in and you hear thunder in the distance. The temptation always exists in these circumstances to convince yourself and your playing partners that there is enough time to finish your rounds or at least a few more holes. If you play on instead of seeking shelter, your great round could become the last round of your life.

There are several safety measures you can take to avoid being struck by lightning:

• If the air horn sounds, seek shelter immediately.
• Even if you do not hear the air horn, use your best judgement and seek shelter at the first sign of a thunderstorm.
• If possible, get off the golf course or find a suitable structure to take cover under.
• Do not stand under a lone tree. This is where most people are injured or killed.
• Stay away from your golf clubs.
• Move away from your golf cart.

NOTE: Failure to comply with this procedure will lead to disqualification from the competition of the day.