THE TINKER GREENS

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MARCH 2004
THE TINKER GREENS
The Tinker Golf Air Force Base monthly
newsletter
2004 IS A RULES CHANGE YEAR!
Every four years the Royal and Ancient Golf Club
of St. Andrews and the United States Golf
Association meet and review the rules of golf.
The last rules change year was 2000 and rules,
just like presidents, are reviewed and, if
needed, changed every four years. The 2004
Rules of Golf books are available in the pro
shop.
LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR
THROUGH THE GREEN
The golf course will be sprayed to keep the
summer weeds away and to get rid of any existing
weeds. This is being done to protect the
valuable turf and give you, the golfer, the most
consistent playing conditions possible on our
fairways and tees. The beginning steps to
creating the temporary greens will also be done
this month. Homeowner tips for this spring. The
same environmental conditions that trigger the
ornamental shrub Forsythia to bloom are the same
conditions that trigger many summer annual weeds
,(crabgrass) to germinate. Apply your crabgrass
control when the Forsythia blooms and you will be
accurate in timing the application of your
crabgrass control product. Make sure and follow
instructions for proper application.
Charlie Teide


Its an exciting
Its an exciting time at Tinker Golf Course. Work
has begun on our temporary greens to ensure the
best possible putting surface come July. You may
have already noticed these areas which are about
60 yards short of each existing green. We have
laid down a layer of top soil and are ready to
plant rye grass as soon as the weather
cooperates. We ask that you please stay off
these areas for now. I am also looking forward
to seeing everyone at this years St. Patricks
Day scramble. This is the first tournament of
the year and an excellent chance to knock the
dust off those clubs. We have included lunch and
dinner with the entry fee, and with a keg of
green beer it is guaranteed to be a festive
event. See you at the course!

Dan Hayes
YOUR PROFESSIONAL GOLF STAFF
Dan Hayes Director of Golf PGA
Professional Brett Moler Operations Mgr PGA
Apprentice Charlie Teide Course Superintendent
GCSAA Mike Nagle Pro Shop Supervisor PGA
Apprentice Jeff Stevens Asst. Professional PGA
Apprentice Wade Walker Asst. Professional PGA
Apprentice Kellie Jamison Asst. Professional
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NEW ARRIVALS!
Link Up 2 Golf
Link Up 2 Golf is a program designed for
beginning golfers. If you have always wanted to
learn how to play golf but didnt know where to
go, then Link Up 2 Golf is your answer. The
class meets one time a week for six weeks.
During the six weeks our PGA qualified staff will
show you the basics of the swing, rules,
etiquette and most importantly will get you
comfortable with coming to the golf course. The
cost is 99 per person. This is an adults only
class that is limited to the first eight people
per session. We will be hosting a free
orientation to better explain the class on 3 May
at 1530 and 1700. The orientation will only last
about a half hour and will provide a tour of the
facility.
Callaway Big Bertha II 415 Callaway ERC Fusion

Demos available.
NEW DRESS CODE TO GO INTO EFFECT!
Effective 1 April 2004, Tinker Golf Course will
adopt a new dress code. The new dress code is as
stated below. Appropriate golf attire will be
worn at all times. No article of the uniform or
mixture of military/civilian attire will be worn
while playing, except that military personnel may
practice on the practice putting/chipping green
and driving range while in uniform. (Combat
boots are not allowed on the putting/chipping
green. The following items of apparel are
prohibited T-shirts, undershirts, muscle
shirts, tank tops, cut-offs or pants with frayed
edges, athletic or gym shorts, (any shorts
without pockets), swimming trunks and suits,
abbreviated shorts, halter tops and sets, bare
midriff suits and bikini type apparel. Appropriate
dress (proper golf attire) is everyone/s
responsibility. A pride in personal appearance
and modesty are expected of authorized
participants and their guests. Shirts must be
worn at all times while on the course or any of
the practice areas. No one is allowed on the
golf course facility as a player, observer or
caddy while wearing high-healed shoes, hiking or
combat boots, GI brogans, orthopedic foot casts,
flip flops or any other type of shoe that could
cause damage to the course. Smooth soled canvas
or rubber shoes are permitted. Metal spikes are
not allowed. Spikeless or soft spike shoes only.
The Sunday Couples Outings will begin this
month on 14 March and be held each Sunday through
September. Entry fee is 14 per couple to cover
dinner and prizes. Come join the fun and meet
other golfing couples. Sign up in the pro shop
by COB the Friday before each outing.
NEW IN THE GRILL
BROASTED POPCORN CHICKEN
BROASTED CHICKEN TENDERS
BROASTED CHICKEN SANDWICH