Golfer's Creed
Golf has been good
to me.
As a golfer, I will RESPECT and be good
to the game of golf.
Responsibility
- I
will follow the rules of the golf course and take responsibility for all
of my actions on the course, including the safe operation of a golf cart
and the responsible consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Etiquette - I will abide by
the rules of etiquette, awaiting the proper time to hit, refraining from
foul language and boisterous behavior, and generally conducting myself as
a lady or gentleman on the course.
Sensitivity - I will be sensitive to the
environment and the course where I play and to those who maintain and
manage it.
Pace - I will be
keep up with the group ahead and maintain and appropriate pace of play.
Educate
- I will do
my best to educate other golfers on the principles of this creed, by
sharing it and living up to it at every opportunity.
Condition - I will
strive to leave the course in better condition than I find it, by fixing
my ball marks (and those of others), replacing my divots, raking bunkers,
and properly disposing of trash.
Traditions - I will
embrace the rules and traditions of this ancient and honorable game and
respect my fellow golfers and the courses we are privileged to play.