Mobile Communication Devices
The ringing of and the conversations on Mobile Communication Devices can be disruptive to golfers and diners alike. Therefore, the receiving of calls and/or talking on these devices will be strictly prohibited on the golf course, in the Clubhouse and the outdoor patios. The use of these devices is permitted in the locker room and parking lot. Please silence your device and remind your guests upon arriving to the Club. It is permitted to use these devices to receive and send electronic messages as long as they are in the silent mode.
Care of the Course
Every club member and his or her guests have the responsibility to care for our golf course. Please:
· Repair ball marks on the green.
· Replace divots.
· Rake bunkers.
Pace of Play
It is tradition at BMGCC to play without delay.
· It is the duty of every golfer to keep up with the game in front and not just ahead of the game behind.
· Four ball matches playing 18 holes should take 3 ½ hours or less, and never more than 4 hours.
· Golfers who play slowly should stand aside and signal faster players to play through.
· Golfers riding in carts should not place unreasonable pressure on walking players ahead.
Golf Carts
· Carts must not be driven:
· On tees
· Within 30 feet of the greens Within 10 feet of sand traps
· In the approaches to the greens.
· Carts must follow marked routes and instructions.
· Do not park carts in front of greens.
Smoking Policy
· Smoking is not permitted at any time inside the Clubhouse, Pro Shop, or within any other indoor facility of the Club.
· Smoking is not permitted outside the Clubhouse at the front entry area, including the entry to the Grill and the Main Dining/Ballroom.
· Members and guests who choose to smoke outdoors on Club grounds or on the rear outdoor patios are asked to do so in a manner that is courteous to fellow members and guests.
Firearms
Firearms and other weapons are prohibited on Club premises.
Dress
The dress code was established to ensure that members and guests dress in a manner consistent with good taste and proper private Club etiquette, on the golf course, in the Clubhouse and on Club premises. Members are responsible for the attire of their guests and parents are responsible for the attire of their children. The dress code may be modified for Special Club Functions at the discretion of the Board.
Following are guidelines to help you feel comfortably and appropriately attired:
1) Hats must be removed upon entering the Clubhouse, and be worn correctly outdoors, with the brim facing forward.
2) Golf shirts should be tucked in at all times.
3) In the formal areas of the Club (Main Dining Room, Ballroom, and Private Rooms), business attire or well- coordinated casual attire is required during the lunch period. During the dinner period a jacket is suggested for men, and ties are optional. Shorts of any kind and length will not be permitted in these areas. It is important to note that when the outdoor Main Terrace is not reserved for a function, golf attire, including golf shorts, will be permitted.
4) Young adults over the age of 13 must abide by the dress code.
5) In the informal areas of the Club (Grill, Golfer’s Porch, outdoor patio), casual attire including Country Club appropriate denim is permitted.
6) T-Shirts, tank- tops and tube-tops, tennis shorts, short- shorts, low-riding shorts and pants, micro-mini skirts, athletic exercise apparel, clothing that exposes a bare midriff or undergarments, are considered inappropriate attire on the golf course and in the Clubhouse.
Recommended Attire:
Men and Boys: Dress shirts, collared golf shirts, or sport shirts with sleeves, turtlenecks, mock turtlenecks, sweaters and sweater vests, golf jackets, golf shorts, Bermuda shorts, walking shorts, traditional slacks and khakis.
Women and Girls: Sleeved or sleeveless blouses, shirts or golf shirts with or without a collar, turtlenecks, mock turtlenecks, sweaters, sweater vests, jackets and golf jackets and pullovers, golf shorts, Bermuda shorts, walking shorts, golf skirts, skorts, Capri pants and slacks, dresses, sundresses. It is not the intent to embarrass or harass members or guests. However, members will be notified when codes and policies are not followed.