River Oaks Golf Course

Course Rules

RCGA rules govern all play.
Free lift: One club length away not nearer the hole from all newly planted trees. Two club lengths from all walks, roadways, French drains, and drainage ditches.
On the road, on holes #15 and #16 is out of bounds. Past the ditches on hole #1 is out of bounds.
Red stakes mark lateral water hazards. Drop ball within two club lengths of point of entry and count one stroke penalty.
Yellow stakes mark water hazards. Count one stroke and drop ball behind the hazard.
To the center of the green: red stakes = 100 yards, white stakes = 150 yards, blue stakes = 200 yards.

No fivesomes allowed.
Slow players must allow faster players through. Course Marshal has authority to control pace of play.
Each player must have a set of clubs, including a bag.
Only alcoholic beverages purchased from the golf course are allowed.
Tee off between markers.
Step up prepared to shoot. Any practice swings must be taken off the tee box in order to reduce wear and tear.
To reduce congestion and eliminate the possibility of injury, only golfers are allowed on the course.
Persons violating the above regulations will lose their playing privileges with no refund.

If your group is NOT waiting and the group behind you IS waiting, either let them play through or pick up the pace!
Hit when ready. If you're not away and there is no danger to other players ahead of you, don't wait. On the tee, forget about honours.
Maximum number of strokes per hole is 10. After you reach 10, pick up your ball.
We encourage continuous putting. Once you start putting, finish putting.
Each nine holes of golf should NOT exceed two hours.

No foul language.
Golfers will be asked by the Course Marshall to skip holes if slow play is evident.
Keep the pace consistent and do not spend time searching for lost balls.

Shoes: Golf shoes or running shoes with flat heels. Only SOFT SPIKES are allowed.
Dress: Proper golf attire - shirts MUST be worn at all times.