June 2012 Golf Pro Tip




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Golf Etiquette

by Stephen Vedder

Silver Sage Golf Professional

Here at Silver Sage, we are known for creating new golfers through golfer development programs such as “Get in the Game.”  We love to see new players on the course, however, their lack of knowledge regarding Etiquette can be problematic.  Good Etiquette on the course is learned through time, experience, and mentorship from avid players and makes the game more enjoyable for all.  I have put together some useful information  from golf’s governing body in the United States (the USGA) to help new players learn this Etiquette and to serve as a reminder to us veterans who may have forgotten it over the years.  Happy golfing!

Stephen Vedder Jr.

The Spirit of the Game

Unlike many sports, golf is played, for the most part, without the supervision of a referee or umpire.  The game relies on the integrity of the individual to show consideration for other players and to abide by the Rules.  All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how competitive they may be.  This is the spirit of the game of golf.

Safety

• Players should ensure that no one is standing close by or in a position to be hit by the club, the ball or any stones, pebbles, twigs or the like when they make a stroke or practice swing.
• Players should not play until the players in front are out of range.
• Players should always alert greenstaff nearby or ahead when they are about to make a stroke that might endanger them.
• If a player plays a ball in a direction where there is a danger of hitting someone, he should immediately shout a warning.  The traditional word of warning in such a situation is "fore."

Consideration for Other Players

No Disturbance or Distraction

• Players should always show consideration for other players on the course and should not disturb their play by moving, talking or making any unnecessary noise.
• Players should ensure that any electronic device taken onto the course does not distract other players.
• On the teeing ground, a player should not tee his ball until it is his turn to play.
• Players should not stand close to or directly behind the ball, or directly behind the hole, when a player is about to play.

On the Putting Green

• On the putting green, players should not stand on another player's line of putt or when he is making a stroke, cast a shadow over his line of putt.
• Players should remain on or close to the putting green until all other players in the group have holed out.

Scoring

• In stroke play, a player who is acting as a marker should, if necessary, on the way to the next tee, check the score with the player concerned and record it.

Pace of Play

• Players should play at a good pace and keep up.  The Committee may establish pace of play guidelines that all players should follow.
• It is a group's responsibility to keep up with the group in front.  If it loses a clear hole and it is delaying the group behind, it should invite the group behind to play through, irrespective of the number of players in that group.

Be Ready to Play

• Players should be ready to play as soon as it is their turn to play.  When playing on or near the putting green, they should leave their bags or carts in such a position as will enable quick movement off the green and towards the next tee.  When the play of a hole has been completed, players should immediately leave the putting green.

Lost Ball

• If a player believes his ball may be lost outside a water hazard or is out of bounds, to save time, he should play a provisional ball.
• Players searching for a ball should signal the players in the group behind them to play through as soon as it becomes apparent that the ball will not easily be found. They should not search for five minutes before doing so.
• Having allowed the group behind to play through, they should not continue play until that group has passed and is out of range.

Priority on the Course

• Unless otherwise determined by the Committee, priority on the course is determined by a group's pace of play.  Any group playing a whole round is entitled to pass a group playing a shorter round.

Care of the Course

Bunkers

• Before leaving a bunker, players should carefully fill up and smooth over all holes and footprints made by them and any nearby made by others.  If a rake is within reasonable proximity of the bunker, the rake should be used for this purpose.
• Players should carefully repair any divot holes made by them and any damage to the putting green made by the impact of a ball (whether or not made by the player himself).  On completion of the hole by all players in the group, damage to the putting green caused by golf shoes should be repaired.

Preventing Unnecessary Damage

• Players should avoid causing damage to the course by removing divots when taking practice swings or by hitting the head of a club into the ground, whether in anger or for any other reason.
• Players should ensure that no damage is done to the putting green when putting down bags or the flagstick.
• In order to avoid damaging the hole, players and caddies should not stand too close to the hole and should take care during the handling of the flagstick and the removal of a ball from the hole.  The head of a club should not be used to remove a ball from the hole.
• Players should not lean on their clubs when on the putting green, particularly when removing the ball from the hole.
• The flagstick should be properly replaced in the hole before players leave the putting green.
• Local notices regulating the movement of golf carts should be strictly observed.

Conclusion

Penalties for Breach

• If players follow these guidelines, it will make the game more enjoyable for everyone.
• If a player consistently disregards these guidelines during a round or over a period of time to the detriment of others, it is recommended that the Committee consider taking appropriate disciplinary action against the offending player.  Such action may include, for example, prohibiting play for a limited time on the course or in a certain number of competitions.  This is considered to be justifiable in terms of protecting the interest of the majority of golfers who wish to play in accordance with these guidelines.
• In the case of a serious breach of Etiquette, the Committee may disqualify a player under Rule 33-7.





Hot Weather Tips for Your PetWe all enjoy spending long sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but being overeager in hot weather can spell danger. Even the healthiest pets can suffer from dehydration, heat stroke, and sunburn if overexposed to the heat. Heat stroke can be fatal if not treated promptly. If you suspect your pet is suffering from heat stroke, apply cool towels to belly, armpits and pads, do not cool with ice water, and take to a veterinarian immediately.

Made in the ShadePets can get dehydrated quickly. When it's hot outdoors, make sure your pets have a shady place to get out of the sun with plenty of fresh clean water. Keep them indoors when it's extremely hot.

Know the Warning SignsSymptoms of overheating in pets include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rates, drooling, mild weakness, stupor, or even collapse. Additional symptoms include seizures, bloody diarrhea, and vomit along with an elevated body temperature in excess of 104 degrees. Animals with flat faces, like Pugs and Persian cats, are more susceptible to heat. These pets, along with the elderly, the overweight, and those with heart or lung diseases, should be kept cool in air-conditioned rooms as much as possible.

Never leave animals alone in a parked vehicle! On a hot day, a parked car can become a furnace quickly—even with the windows open—leading to fatal heat stroke.

Street SmartsWhen the temperature is very high, don't let pets linger on hot asphalt. Your pet’s body can heat up quickly, and sensitive paw pads can burn. Keep walks during these times to a minimum.

No Parking!

Make a Safe SplashDo not leave pets unsupervised around a pool—not all animals are good swimmers. Introduce your pets to water gradually making sure they wear flotation devices while on boats. Rinse off pets after swimming to remove chlorine or salt from their fur, and try to keep them from drinking pool water.

Party Animals Snacks enjoyed by your human friends should not be a treat for your pet. Remember, some foods and drinks may be poisonous to pets. Any change of diet, even for one meal, may give your dog or cat severe digestive ailments. Avoid raisins, grapes, onions, chocolate, and products with the sweetener Xylitol. Keep alcoholic beverages away from pets.

Fireworks Aren't Very Pet-riotic Please leave pets at home when you head out to Independence Day celebrations. Never use fireworks around pets. Exposure to lit fireworks or even unused fireworks can be hazardous, with the potential to cause severe burns or trauma to curious pets.

Visit the Vet Make sure your pets have all the vaccinations they need. Rabies vaccinations are required by law in all states. If you plan on taking your pets hunting, hiking, camping, fishing, or swimming, be aware that Idaho is an endemic area for Leptospirosis; a bacterial disease spread through the urine of infected animals, which can get into water or soil surviving for weeks or months. Humans and animals can become infected through contact with contaminated urine in water or soil. Kennel cough vaccine is recommended if your pet will be boarded. Last but not least, remember to give your pet a monthly Heartworm Prevention and Frontline® Plus for fleas and ticks.

This article is courtesy of the Mountain Home Veterinary Treatment Facility.  Visit our webpage. 

Cooking with Rino #24

Shrimp Curry
Serves 4

1 pound shrimp, peeled

2-4 tablespoons vegetable oil

4 tablespoons onion, chopped 

2 tablespoons garlic, chopped

1 tablespoons ginger, chopped 

2 tablespoons curry powder 

1 tablespoons cumin powder

1 ½ tablespoons tumeric powder 

1 tablespoons paprika powder 

1 tablespoons indian green chili (2 pieces, sliced)

12 ounces tomatoes, chopped

salt to taste

cayenne powder to taste

coconut milk or whole milk for desired sauce thickness

chopped cilantro for garnish

Directions 

1. Add oil to large skillet. Cook onions over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add chopped garlic, ginger, spices, and chili to the onions and stir over low heat.
3. Pour tomatoes into skillet and cook down until only tomato skins are left (approx. 10 mins).
4. Add peeled shrimp and cook until done (medium 3-4 minutes, large 5-7 minutes, jumbo 7-8 minutes).
5. Add coconut milk or whole milk for desired sauce thickness simmer for 2 minutes, garnish and serve. 

“Enjoy and email me your favorites.”

Pellegrino.caruso@mountainhome.af.mil

Ingredients 

Unforgettable Yellowstone

Unforgettable Yellowstone
by Josha Brown, Asst. ODR Director

Have you had a chance to experience the beauty and grandeur of Yellowstone National Park? Mountain Home Air Force Base is fortunate to be so close to one of our nation’s most recognized parks. Yellowstone has uniqueness unparalleled to other places in the world. It’s thermal features of geysers, mud pots, hot springs, and fumaroles are amazing and are rarely found elsewhere in the world let alone all in one relative location. The park is home to all types of wildlife from big game like elk, bison, and bears, to a wide variety of bird species. Personally, I believe Yellowstone should be on your must-see list, whether now while you are here in Idaho, or long after you retire.

With Outdoor Recreation, you can easily plan your own Yellowstone vacation. We have 11 travel trailers housed at Flagg Ranch Campground just one mile away from the south entrance of the park. These trailers sleep up to six people and run just $80 a night—an unbeatable and affordable option for your next vacation. The trailers are available from Memorial Day through mid September. We handle all of the reservations right here at our office on base. So ,when you’re ready to plan your vacation, stop by or give us a call.

Visit us at our webpage.

Jr. TRAIL (Training Responsible Adolescents In Leadership) NAMED MERIT WINNER IN NATIONAL SERVICE COMPETITION

Local youth honored for efforts to help children through Giving to CARES:  A Children’s Organization service project

Mountain Home AFB, ID, March 2012 – Jr. TRAIL has been named a national merit winner for its efforts to help children in a national service competition from Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and Staples Foundation, a private foundation created by Staples, Inc. The Club made blankets and backpacks to donate to kids in transition at the CARES organization. Members of the organization’s Torch Club, a character and leadership program for Boys & Girls Clubs members age 11 to 13, spearheaded the service project, which was selected out of more than 235 entries from across the country. As a merit winner, the Torch Club received $500 from Staples Foundation and BGCA for their service project to help others.

Our Linking Hearts and Hands project was to donate to the CARES organization associated with St. Luke's Hospital in Boise, ID.  The CARES program gives medical care to children who are alleged abuse victims. The program asks for donations to give to the children being placed in foster care.  After reading all this information, the youth of Jr. Trail decided they would like to help these children by giving them items to comfort them in a difficult time.  The youth looked on the CARES website to best determine what kinds of items they were looking for.  They also contacted the director in charge of the organization to find out what quantities they are looking for in donation items.  The youth decided they would make drawstring backpacks so the children would have something of their own to put their belongings in.  They also made blankets so the children would have something to comfort themselves with, and they decided to look through their houses to find any toys, movies, etc to donate to the children.  The youth found patterns on the internet to make the bags and blankets.  From these patterns they determined how much fabric they would need and the type of skills they would need to learn in order to make the items.  After purchasing all the materials needed the youth began to make their items.  They started with the blankets because the youth decided they would be easier to make and would take less time.  Afterwards they made the drawstring backpacks.  The final step in their process was to contact the CARES organization to set up a time to drop off all the donations.

The national service competition is held annually to inspire and reward youth for helping others. Each year, there is a theme for the national contest that deals with an important issue. Then, Club members work together to plan and implement an activity to address the issue in their community. Torch Club members across the country chose the theme of “children helping children,” so the contest encouraged members to complete service projects that benefited other children in need. By participating in the contest, called Linking Hearts & Hands, Club members learned the value of giving back and seeing a project to completion. In the process, they gained a better understanding of the needs of other youth – locally, nationally and globally – and shared their knowledge with others.

“Developing strong character and leadership skills is integral to helping children grow into conscientious members of society,” said Erin Arel, Child/Youth Program Assistant and Jr. TRAIL advisor of Jr. TRAIL. “Through the Linking Hearts & Hands national service initiative, our members learned lessons about compassion, kindness and hard work which will help them become positive citizens and leaders in their community and school.”

Torch Clubs are small groups within Boys & Girls Clubs designed for the development needs of children age 11 to 13 that encourage positive self-esteem and personal growth; build communication skills; reinforce academic achievement; and encourage the development of conscientious citizenship. Torch Club’s mission is to motivate pre-teens to become role models and ambassadors for promoting good character, tolerance, diversity and inclusion among peers. With the guidance of adults who mentor and empower them, Club members develop essential character traits and leadership skills as they learn to influence others in a positive way.

“Staples has a long-standing relationship with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and we’re proud to support programs that encourage and reward civic engagement and community service,” said Emily McCann, manager of community relations for Staples. “Through Boys & Girls Clubs initiatives like the Torch Club national service competition, we’re able to help fulfill our mission to make a positive impact on the communities we serve, and spark a lasting passion for character and leadership in our youth.”

About Boys & Girls Clubs of America

For more than 100 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (GreatFutures.org) has enabled young people most in need to achieve great futures as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Today, nearly 4,000 Boys & Girls Clubs serve some 4 million children and teens through Club membership and community outreach. Clubs are located in cities, towns, public housing and on Native American lands throughout the country, and serve military families in BGCA-affiliated Youth Centers on U.S. military installations worldwide. Clubs provide a safe place, caring adult mentors, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Priority programs emphasize academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. In a Harris Survey of alumni, 57 percent said the Club saved their lives. National headquarters are located in Atlanta. Learn more at bgca.org/facebook and bgca.org/twitter.

About Staples Community and Giving

Staples contributes to educational and youth-oriented community efforts, from literacy and mentoring to career skills development, through in-kind and monetary donations and grants from Staples Foundation, the private charitable arm of Staples, Inc.  Through its community and giving efforts, Staples and Staples Foundation have helped more than 6,000 organizations in 2,000 communities across 27 countries. Community and Giving is also an integral component of Staples Soul, which recognizes the connection between long-term business success and the impact Staples has on associates, communities and the planet.  For more information, visit staples.com/community.

Fitness Tip #13

Gun Slinging Fit-to-Fight Tip #13

June is finally here and that means summer fun in the sun! It’s time to show off that bikini body that you’ve been working so hard for all these months. Even though it’s summer, there is no reason for not working on another workout goal. If your previous goal was to run two miles, why not try running three? Continue to set goals to push yourself. Although you may have attained your ideal figure, don’t stop now! Exercising a minimum of three times per week for 20-30 minutes will help to burn off those calories consumed at a friend’s barbeque over the weekend. Here are June’s effective, no equipment exercise tips to target each major problem area, and guaranteed to keep you looking your best all year long!

Before you workout, make sure you perform your dynamic stretching also known as a warm-up. Once you are thermally ready, after about 5-10 minutes, you are ready to workout. Please note that these exercises should not be done unless you are in good physical/medical standard and have cleared all medical conditions which may become worse by doing these exercises. If you have any questions about these exercises, the Gunfighter Fitness Center Staff will be happy to answer or demonstrate them for you.

• Jumping Jacks (1 min)
• Push-ups (1 min)
• Squats (1 min)
• Crunches (1 min)
• Lunges (1 min)
• Planks (1 min)

(Repeat cycle upon completion after planks and do this set four times.)

  

Low Fat Blueberry Coffee Cake

By Fiona Haynes, About.com Guide

Coffee cakes are notoriously rich and delicious, especially with their buttery-streusel toppings. This low fat blueberry coffee cake is a fruit-filled delight, with a much lighter yet still-flavorful topping.

Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutesYield: 12 squares

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 1 egg white
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups blueberries divided

For Streusel:

• 1 tbsp whole wheat pastry flour
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces

Preparation:  

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Coat an 8x8-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Place flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Stir with a wire whisk to combine.

In a medium bowl, lightly beat egg and egg white, add buttermilk and vanilla.

Stir wet ingredients into dry. Fold in one cup blueberries. Spoon batter into prepared pan.

For the streusel, place flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter pieces in a small bowl. Mix with a fork until well combined.

Sprinkle streusel on top of batter followed by remaining cup of blueberries.

Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Serves 12

Per Serving: Calories 140, Calories from Fat 18, total Fat 1.9g (Sat 0.8g), Cholesterol 22mg, Sodium 264mg, Carbohydrate 27.3g, Fiber 1.9g, Protein 3.2g Calories 140, Calories from Fat 18, total Fat 1.9g (Sat 0.8g), Cholesterol 22mg, Sodium 264mg, Carbohydrate 27.3g, Fiber 1.9g, Protein 3.2g