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The expected speed at which golfers should move through the course to keep play flowing smoothly.

Fixing the small indentation your ball makes when it lands on the green.

Always park the cart on the correct side of the player who is hitting — behind them and to the side, never in their line of sight or ahead of them.

Golf carts should never be driven onto the tee box or approach of a Par 3 hole. Always park on the cart path and walk to the tee.

When a '90-degree rule' is in effect, you must drive the cart on the cart path, then turn 90 degrees straight toward your ball to retrieve it, then return to the path.

Never drive a golf cart near the green, the fringe, or the collar area. Park well back and walk the final stretch. This protects the most sensitive turf on the course.

Remain completely still and silent when anyone in your group is addressing the ball or mid-swing. Don't move, talk, rattle clubs, or drive the cart.

Ready golf means hitting when you're ready rather than strictly following 'furthest from the hole hits first.' It speeds up play and is encouraged in casual rounds.

After hitting from a sand bunker, always rake the sand smooth to restore it for the next player. Rake your footprints, divot, and any disturbed sand.

When your ball lands on the green and creates an indentation (ball mark), you must repair it with a tee or divot tool by gently pushing the edges inward and smoothing the surface.

Never step on the imaginary line between another player's ball and the hole on the green. Your footprints compress the grass and can deflect their putt.

Maintaining a good pace of play means being ready to hit when it's your turn, limiting practice swings, keeping up with the group ahead, and being willing to let faster groups play through.

The tee box is a concentration zone. Stay quiet, stop moving, and give each player their space and silence when they step up to hit their tee shot.

When you take a divot (a chunk of turf) with an iron shot in the fairway, replace it or fill it with the sand/seed mix provided on the cart.

Golf is a self-reporting game. Always count every stroke, including penalties, and report your score honestly — even when no one is watching.

Most golf courses require collared shirts, golf shorts/pants, and soft-spike golf shoes. Denim, athletic shorts, and tank tops are often not permitted.

Unless asked, never offer swing tips, club suggestions, or course management advice to your playing partners. Unsolicited coaching is unwelcome and disruptive.

When a playing partner hits a great shot, acknowledge it warmly. Positive encouragement builds camaraderie and makes golf more enjoyable for everyone.

Every golfer is a steward of the course. Pick up litter you see, fix extra ball marks, rake bunkers thoroughly, and replace divots — even ones you didn't make.

Keep your phone on silent during play. Step away from the group if you must take a call, and never take calls while others are hitting or during active play.