All Information for specific tournaments, such as information regarding pairings and starting times will be available on the Golf Manitoba web site approximately 5 - 7 days before the tournament commences. Email notification of pairings and starting times will be sent to players who have supplied email addresses.

It is the competitor's sole responsibility to determine his/her starting time.

All Golf Manitoba tournaments are conducted using the Standard Local Rules and Conditions of the Competition adopted by Golf Manitoba. Copies of these documents are available on the website, the Golf Manitoba office and copies are available to all players at the tournament.

All competitors must be a member of a recognized provincial, state or national golf association. The membership card must be current and be available for presentation at the registration table along with a print out of your handicap report signed by a club official.

It is the player's responsibility to ensure entries arrive in the Golf Manitoba by the entry deadline date.  Please check the Golf Manitoba web site to ensure your entry has been received. Golf Manitoba does not assume responsibility for lost entries.

Payment in full must accompany the registration. Cheques are to be made payable to: "Golf Manitoba", and mailed to the Association at: 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2Z6.  NSF cheques are subject to a $20.00 charge plus any financial institution charge.

Any player who fails to notify the Tournament Committee of a valid reason for withdrawing prior to commencement of the event, or who withdraws during play without valid reason, or who fails to appear for a subsequent round of an event, may be suspended from competing in any Golf Manitoba events for the balance of the current season, as well as for the next season.  Should a competitor be forced to withdraw from an event, he/she must inform either a Golf Manitoba Official at the earliest possible opportunity.  In addition, a 24-hour telephone answering service is available to accept notification of emergency withdrawals.  Call 925-5730.

Tournament entry fees, less a $20.00 service charge, will be refunded when Golf Manitoba is notified by phone or email prior to the entry deadline of the tournament. Refunds, less the service charge, will be given only for medical or compassionate reasons for a cancellation received after the tournament entry deadline. Such cancellations require written confirmation. No refund will be given for any reason once the tournament begins.

Play in all Golf Manitoba events will be governed by the Rules of Golf as approved for use in Canada by the Royal Canadian Golf Association. Retrogression will be in accordance with the 2008 RCGA Handicap System publication.  All questions will be settled by the Tournament Committee of Golf Manitoba.

If, in the sole opinion of the Tournament Committee, a playoff is not feasible, a system of retrogression will be used to break ties.

Automotive carts or caddies are not permitted in junior events.

Advance arrangements with the Host Club for pull or automotive carts are the responsibility of the competitor.  No carts are guaranteed.

Penalty for breach of this rule may be DISQUALIFICATION.

Men’s Dress Code: Golf shirts with collars or golf shirts from a line of golf wear and tailored golf pants or shorts are acceptable.

Women’s Dress Code: Golf shirts with either a collar or sleeves and tailored golf shorts and skirts no shorter than approximately six inches above the knee are acceptable.

Golf Manitoba does not accept jeans, t - shirts, football or hockey jerseys, muscle shirts, tank tops, sweat pants (jogging suits) or warm – up suits as suitable attire.

Footwear: It is a condition of Golf Manitoba competitions that shoes with metal or traditionally designed spikes are prohibited.

The dress code will also apply to caddies where caddies are permitted.

In order for Golf Manitoba to organize and conduct quality events that are enjoyed by participants, spectators and volunteers, the Association asks that all competitors in our events comply with our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct outlines expectations of both the competitor and caddies. They are, as follows:

Competitors will . . .

• adhere to the Rules of Golf
• complete all tournament rounds of golf unless proper procedure for withdrawing from the event is followed
• respect all Golf Manitoba volunteers and staff, host club personnel and volunteers, spectators and Golf Manitoba, host club or personal property
• abide by the Golf Manitoba dress code or Club dress code if more restrictive
• refrain from displays of temper
• refrain from abusive or profane language
• refrain from consuming illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages
• not carry cell phones or pagers on the course during events
• not engage in any behavior unbecoming of a Golf Manitoba competitor.

• refrain from using illegal drugs, tobacco or alcoholic products and refrain from gambling while on the golf course property the entire day(s) of a junior event.

In the event a competitor or caddie displays behavior unbecoming of a Golf Manitoba member, they are in violation of the Code of Conduct and subject to any of the following disciplinary actions:

• warnings
• disqualification
• exclusion from team play
• suspension from future tournaments
• suspension of Golf Manitoba membership.

In order for Golf Manitoba junior competitors to enjoy their Championship experience, the Association asks that all parents in our junior events assist us with the following:

• help your junior learn the Rules of Golf including golf etiquette and respect for fellow competitors
• respect all Golf Manitoba volunteers, staff, spectators and Golf Manitoba property
• please remain a reasonable distance from all competitors during the course of play, including fairways and tee boxes. No spectators will be allowed on the fairways
• please refrain from giving advice, conversing or signalling in any way to a competitor
• help with ball spotting is always appreciated
• please respect the host club, their personnel and volunteers. As well, each club has their own dress code and cell phone policy, please familiarize yourself with it.

Golf Manitoba will take the following steps as recommended by Environment Canada when weather is a factor during a competitive event.

• when inclement weather is potentially an issue at a Golf Manitoba event, all competitors will be provided with an information sheet outlining guidelines to be followed.
• potential weather situations which may arise during golf play include:
  - lightening
  - heavy rain
  - extreme heat and humidity
  
• the decision to blow the horn to postpone play will be made by the Committee which includes the Director of Competitions or staff member on site, the lead official and all other officials that are available. All officials are requested to communicate with Golf Manitoba staff on what they observe on the course
  
• upon postponement of play, weather updates will be provided to all competitors on a regular basis based on the condition of the golf course as well as satellite images and weather forecasts
  
• play may resume that day, the next day or the round may be cancelled. This decision will be made by the Committee.
  
  

• when lightning becomes a factor in any Golf Manitoba Championship, play will be suspended. Suspension of play will be determined based on the following:
  - visible lightning in the area
  - 30/30 rule - if an official can count less than 30 seconds between the lightning and the thunder, the strike of lightning was less than 10 km away and there is a good chance the next strike will be closer.
  
• lightning can strike ahead of the parent cloud and Golf Manitoba may need to take action even if a thunderstorm is not overhead
  
• once 30 minutes or more have passed since the last sound of thunder it is safe to go outside. Resumption of play will be signaled by two short air horn notes.
  
  

• play will be postponed when the golf course becomes unplayable. This decision will be made by the Committee and should include the head professional and golf course superintendent.
  
  

• Golf Manitoba will advise players at the first tee when a high humidex rating is evident as well as provide recommended safety precautions
  
• when possible, Golf Manitoba will also try to ensure that the host club has a beverage cart on the golf course and advise players of where water fountains are located
  
background information:
- humidex is an index which combines effects of temperature and humidity on the human body
- maximum in Winnipeg was 47 on July 25, 2007 (our mid - amateur and rural junior was being played)
- a humidex advisory is issued when it reaches 40.

Manitoba invests heavily in its player development program, and has made a commitment to participate interprovincially and internationally in a number of team events. As a result, we believe we must field the best possible teams for these events.

In order to ensure all teams are comprised of the best available players, the following policy has been adopted.

• A player who qualifies for a Golf Manitoba team is expected to compete for that team
• A player may opt out of all team participation in a given year if he/she does so prior to the start of the team selection process
• A player who qualifies for more than one team in a particular year must fulfill their obligations to each team
• A player may request an exemption from playing on a team, provided a written request is made to the Player Development Committee three weeks prior to the start of the applicable team competition
• Exemptions will only be granted if, in the sole opinion of the committee, there are serious extenuating circumstances
• Failure to abide by this policy will result in a suspension from all Golf Manitoba development programs and team competitions through to the end of the following year’s golf season.