HERMITAGE COUNTRY CLUB CLUB RULES

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1 HERMITAGE COUNTRY CLUB CLUB RULES The Clubhouse and all the facilities of the Club are primarily for the use, entertainment, and enjoyment of the members and their families. For this reason, the House Rules and Regulations are designed to regulate the operation of the Club in such a manner as to ensure maximum benefits to the members. All members are requested and expected to familiarize themselves with the Rules and to abide by them at all times A. CLUB OPERATING SCHEDULE 1. Hours of operation for each functional area of the Clubhouse will be posted in the office. Opening and closing times are subject to change. 2. The Clubhouse is closed on Mondays unless Monday is a holiday, in which event the hours will be announced, and the Clubhouse will be closed on Tuesday following the holiday. 3. The Clubhouse is closed on Christmas Day, New Year s Day and may have limited hours of operation on other holidays. B. RULES FOR OPERATION OF VEHICLES 1. Enter and exit driveways are clearly marked and must be used as directed. 2. Speed limit not in excess of 15 mph must be observed after entry onto Club property. 3. Cars must be parked in designated parking lots. Parking of all vehicles including motorcycles must be confined to lined spaces. Parking along unlined curbs is prohibited. 4. No vehicles other than those owned by the Club employees, may remain on the Club s parking lots for more than 24 hours consecutively. 5. Dirt bikes, ATV s, snowmobiles, and similar vehicles are not permitted on the premises. 6. The area provided for loading and unloading of golf bags and playing equipment must be used only for this purpose. 7. The porte cochere may be used for loading and unloading passengers only. 8. Club-owned golf carts are not to be taken off of Club property. 9. No golf carts will be permitted at any time in the parking lot except Clubowned golf carts for delivering or picking up clubs from autos. 10. Vehicles other than golf carts are not allowed on the golf course at any time. C. RULES OF MEMBER CONDUCT

2 1. Members are responsible for the conduct and actions of their dependents and guests. 2. All guests must be accompanied by a member unless a guest has been issued a Guest Pass. The member will be responsible for their guest s charges. 3. Members are responsible for restricting their children to authorized areas and use of the Club. 4. Loud or offensive language will not be tolerated in the Clubhouse or on the grounds at any time. 5. Members are responsible for costs associated with damage to Club property caused by themselves, their dependents, or their guests. 6. Advertising in any form is forbidden on the Club premises. Subscription papers, solicitations, s, texts, collection boxes, or appeals to members must be approved by the General Manager or Board of Directors. 7. No member shall reprimand any employee of the Club. In case of discourtesy or lack of service, complaints should be made to the Manager in charge or General Manager. 8. Any dishonesty or incivility on the part of the employees should be reported only to the General Manager. 9. All employees of the Club are responsible for serving, to the best of their ability, the entire membership. Members are urged not to expect or ask for purely personal services that would detract from the service to which other members are entitled. 10. Complaints or suggestions by members should be made to members of the Board, the General Manager, the Manager in charge, or the appropriate committee. 11. Pets are expressly prohibited from being on any of Hermitage Country Club s property leashed or unleashed. 12. Decorations for member social functions, seasonal events, or private social functions may be provided by the member making the arrangements or may be arranged for by the Club. Use of fresh, dried or preserved flowers or foliage is acceptable; use of artificial flowers or foliage material is discouraged and may be used only with the approval of the Club Manager. 13. The Club will not be responsible for any losses sustained in the buildings or on the grounds. 14. All furnishings and equipment are intended to be used exclusively by the members of the Club, and must not be loaned to or removed by anyone. 15. No individual shall be permitted to bring upon the premises any food or any bottle, flask or container of intoxicating beverages, without the General Manager s permission. 16. No sledding, skiing, snowmobiles, or snow sliding will be allowed on Club property at any time.

3 17. Authorization to fish in Hermitage Country Club s lakes must be obtained from the Club Office in writing. 18. Out of respect for other members, the use of cellular, digital, portable phones or other forms of electronic communication is strongly discouraged in any dining area of the Club. D. ATTIRE 1. Hermitage Country Club is a family, sports-oriented Country Club. Neat, clean and presentable Sports Casual attire is acceptable in and around the Clubhouse unless specific functions are designated otherwise. 2. Definitions: o Formal: Gentlemen Black tie or dark suits; Ladies Evening or cocktail attire. o Club Casual: Gentlemen Tailored slacks, collared shirts (including turtlenecks or Mock turtles with sleeves), dress shoes. Sport coats preferred but optional. o Ladies - Classic, modest, tasteful or tailored attire with dress shoes or summer sandals o Sports Casual: Gentlemen Bermuda length shorts or slacks (including dress denim slacks), tucked-in sports shirts with sleeves and collars, turtlenecks, or mock turtlenecks (no T shirts), sweaters, vests, golf jackets, etc.; Ladies Shorts (no shortshorts ), slacks (including dress denim i.e. denim worn as slacks), sports shirts or shells, golf outfits, dresses, skirts, etc. o Denim is NOT allowed on the golf courses, practice facilities, putting greens, fitness area or tennis courts. 3. Members are responsible for informing their guests of the appropriate attire for a given occasion. Members are responsible for their children observing and respecting the Club s standards for attire, either when accompanied or unaccompanied by parents. 4. The following types of clothing are restricted as follows: i. Billed caps to be worn with bill forward only.

4 Unacceptable Denim: Worn as any item other than slacks, such items include, but are not limited to, the following: Denim shorts, skirts, skorts, dresses, shirts, blouses, vests or jackets. Dress denim must be in good repair as follows: No acid wash denim. No holes, rips, tears, tatters, or frays. No hand written messages, pictures or inappropriate messages. No visible under garments, no midriff shown, regardless of fabric. ii. T shirts or tank tops, jogging shorts or short-shorts are permitted only in the workout facility or Locker Rooms; iii. Wearing of billed hats is not allowed in the Clubhouse except in the Tap Room, the Turn and Ladies and Men s Locker Rooms; after 6:00 p.m. tennis attire is restricted in the Clubhouse to the Turn or to the Locker Rooms; iv. Swim wear is to be worn in the Pool area only. 5. A Club Manager will discreetly contact any member whose attire is deemed inappropriate by a Club Manager or the Board of Directors. A Club Manager will provide clarification for any questions concerning appropriate attire. 6. Here is a description of acceptable dress denim: Dress denim that is worn as slacks only and must be neat, properly sized, consistent in color, and in excellent overall condition. E. RULES FOR PRIVATE SOCIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Permission for private use of the Clubhouse or any part thereof shall be obtained from the General Manager or a designee. The individual member making such application shall be responsible for the conduct of all persons present. 2. Should any member or organization request the use of the Club s facilities for a purpose not consistent with the best interests of the Club, the General Manager shall have the right to decline the request. F. RULES FOR RESERVATIONS

5 1. Reservations are recommended for dining in the Galloway Grille, the Turn, and the Kids Corner. All reservations may be made by contacting the reservations line, the Restaurant Manager or the Galloway Grille directly. No reservations or cancellations will be accepted in other departments of the Club. 2. Reservations for special events (i.e. Easter, Mother s Day, Wine Dinners, etc.) must be limited to a maximum number. To prevent duplication, when reservations are made, the names of all persons in the party must be given. Cancellations will be accepted no later than two days prior to the event. 3. Hours for all meals will be published and posted and no one will be seated in the Galloway Grille outside of these hours. G. RULES FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 1. Alcoholic beverages shall be served and consumed in accordance with the Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Act. 2. No person, other than authorized employees, shall enter the area behind any Club bar. 3. All bar refreshments and services must be signed for by the member to whom it was provided before said member leaves the Club. 4. Consumption of alcoholic beverages in the parking lot is prohibited. H. ROOM RESTRICTIONS Men are not permitted in the Ladies Lounge. Ladies are not permitted in the Men s Tap Room. Children under 16 years of age are not permitted in the Men s or Women s Locker Rooms unless accompanied by a member. I. LOCKERS Golf lockers shall be assigned with priority to members holding golf playing memberships. Lockers may be assigned otherwise when available, but only on a temporary basis, with priority of use to golfing members. No individual is permitted to keep intoxicating liquor in his or her locker. J. LOCKER ROOM AND MEN S TAP ROOM 1. Persons under 21 years of age are not permitted in the Men s Tap Room without adult accompaniment. 2. Children under 18 years of age are not permitted in the Men s Tap Room. 3. Ladies are not permitted in the Men s Tap Room. 4. Members or guests may not bring food or alcoholic beverages into these areas. 5. Storage of pull carts and/or golf clubs in bags will not be permitted in lockers.

6 6. Toiletries are provided for members use in the Locker Rooms. 7. The Club is not responsible for any articles placed in lockers. 8. Clothing or personal articles must be stored in lockers. No articles are to be placed on top of lockers. Lockers are to be free of decals and decorations. 9. The Ladies Locker Room, the Men s Locker Room and the Men s Tap Room may not be reserved for private functions. K. SMOKING 1. Smoking of cigarettes is prohibited in the Clubhouse except in the following areas: Designated areas in the Tap Room 2. Smoking of cigars and pipes is only permitted in the Tap Room. 3. Smoking is prohibited within the swimming pool complex or within 75 feet of any entrance area to the swimming pool complex. L. COMPLAINTS OR GRIEVANCES Complaints or grievances shall be in writing directed to the General Manager or to the Board of Directors. M. MERP (MEDICAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROGRAM) The Hermitage Country Club Medical Emergency Response Plan provides members, guests, and employees with immediate assistance in the event of a medical emergency. The Plan consists of the following components: -Equipment Automated external defibrillators (AED) are located on Club property (Clubhouse, Pro Shop, Pool, Sports Center). First Aid boxes are located as above for minor emergencies. Six emergency call boxes are located on the golf courses. (Manakin #5, #14; Sabot #4, #7, #14, #16) -Staff Training Key employees from each area are certified in First Aid, Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and use of the AED. A Pro Shop rapid response protocol is in place for on-course emergencies. Clubhouse, Pool, and Sports Center staff members are trained in area-specific protocols.

7 -Communication Emergency reporting instructions are posted at all Club telephones. Emergency reporting instructions are posted in all golf carts. The golf course emergency call boxes ensure prompt radio communication with the Pro Shop and Grounds Staff. Members are encouraged to carry cell phones, for emergency use only, while on Club property. -Emergency Medical System (EMS) Coordination A manual consisting of Hermitage building maps, golf course maps, and access points has been provided to Goochland EMS stations Goochland EMS participates in annual certification renewals, as well as biannual mock drills to ensure staff preparedness. -Membership Awareness In addition to the Membership Directory, an outline of this Plan can be found on the HCC website. Articles are published in the WINDS on a periodic basis. N. NON-RESIDENT GUEST PASS (FOR THE USE OF ALL FACILIITIES) Non-Resident Guest: A member may obtain, from the Club Manager, a guest card for his visiting non-member guest, good for a maximum period of one (1) week. The member will sign this card, acknowledging responsibility for all charges incurred by his guest. This card will enable the non-resident guest to use all the facilities of the Club, to which the sponsoring member may be entitled. Limited to the individual guest once in a calendar year. Fee: $150

8 GOLF A. GROUND RULES The rules of the United States Golf Association govern play at Hermitage with the exception of local rules. B. ETIQUETTE OF GOLF The rules of golf etiquette will be strictly observed with special attention to the following: 1. Golfing members must register in the Pro Shop before starting play. 2. Each golfer must have his/her own bag and clubs. 3. Players, who do not maintain their position on the course must allow following players through (enforced by Golf Professional, Golf Committee and Course Marshals). 4. Regular greens, tees and fairways shall not be used for practice. 5. It shall be each player s responsibility to smooth bunkers, replace divots, and repair ball marks on the greens. C. GUEST REGULATIONS 1. Golfing guests must be registered in the Pro Shop and accompanied during the round by a sponsoring member, (except for visiting nonresident guests with a guest card on weekdays). 2. Fees, as established by the Board of Directors and other charges, will be billed to the sponsoring member. 3. Play on the course by any guest is limited to two (2) times in a calendar month (except for visiting non-resident guest with guest card). It shall be the duty of the member to ascertain whether the guest has played previously in the calendar month. 4. To avoid congestion and inconvenience of members, guest play will be restricted to only one (1) guest per member before 12:00 noon on Saturdays.

9 5. It is the responsibility of the sponsoring member to inform guests of the Club s dress code (see section H1). 6. Non-Resident guests with card must still be accompanied and registered by sponsor on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. D. SOCIAL AWAITING VACANCY / SOCIAL/ATHLETIC MEMBER(S) 1. Do not have regular golfing privileges. 2. May play twice in a calendar month, accompanied and sponsored by a golfing member, and must pay greens fee. E. CART REGULATIONS 1. All carts must be registered and charged in Golf Shop before starting play, subject to rental agreements and other posted regulations. 2. Individuals renting carts assume responsibility for any damage or personal injury incurred while in possession of golf cart. 3. Golf carts must be confined to cart paths beginning at restricting lines or directional signs in front of greens until clearing the next tee (this mean all wheels on path). 4. Limit of two (2) persons to each golf cart. 5. Golf carts are not to be rented to anyone under the age of 18, unless they are 16 years old with a valid driver s license and accompanied by an adult 21 years of age and older. Carts are never to be operated by anyone without a valid driver s license. 6. Carts are not to be used for joy riding small children. 7. Carts are not to be used for spectating, unless given prior consent from Golf Shop staff. 8. Violation of cart regulations may result in loss of cart use privileges. 9. Policy for expanded access to the golf courses for people with a disability is available in Pro Shop or Clubhouse. Flagged carts will be allowed access to the tee banks and greens complexes to within 30 feet

10 of putting surfaces. When saturated conditions confine carts to paths, no flags will be issued. 10. Pull carts may be used at any time, but must obey the policy for expanded access to golf courses. Pull carts will be allowed access to the tee banks and green complexes to within 30 feet of the tee boxes and putting surfaces. When saturated conditions confine carts to paths, pull carts may also be restricted to paths. 11. Cart traffic will be restricted to paths on par 3 s at all times. 12. All personal golf carts are to be registered with the Pro Shop for use on Club Property. The use of personal golf carts on club property is strictly limited to club members and may be denied at any time without cause or prejudice at the sole discretion of the club s Board of Directors. The use of personal carts is strictly limited to transportation to and from the club s facilities and not to be used for any other purpose on club property. 13. Personal Carts are restricted to designated cart paths only and are not to be driven or parked on non-paved, grass or graveled areas that are not specifically designated for cart traffic. This restriction remains in force even when club carts are allowed to access the roughs and fairways of the golf courses. 14. Parking of personal carts on club property is strictly limited to designated locations. 15. Personal Cart Paths on club property are allowed only to access the club s cart path directly adjacent to the owner/member property. Personal cart paths from the owner/member s property to the club s adjacent cart path and the surfacing materials utilized must be approved by the General Manager of the club and ratified by the Board of Directors. Maintenance of the personal path is the owner/ member s responsibility and will be subject to the Club s inspection and approval. F. LADIES AND FAMILIES PLAYING PRIVILEGES 1. Each Tuesday (18 Hole Ladies), Wednesday (Senior Men), and Thursday (9 Hole Ladies), April 1 st October 31 st, one course will be reserved in the morning for these groups.

11 2. Junior members with golf privileges, 12 years of age and under, must be accompanied by a parent when playing golf, unless approved by the Golf Shop. 3. The golf course will be open to adult golfers only, 18 years of age and older, until 12:00 noon Saturdays. G. STARTING TIMES AND TEE PRIORITIES Times are available Tuesday through Sunday all year round. Starting times for weekdays are obtained by contacting the Golf Shop after 12:00 noon on the Sunday prior to that week. Tee Times will begin at 8:00 a.m. and can be reserved up until 4:00 p.m. Starting times for weekends and holidays are obtained through our lottery system. Foursomes are required to fill out a slip (available in the Golf Shop and on the web site) containing all four names and their requested time, course, and day. Lottery slips are drawn at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday mornings prior to the weekend. Members may call after 12:00 noon on Thursday to check their times or to reserve any available times. Tee times will begin at 8:00 a.m. (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend at 7:30 a.m.) and can be reserved until 4:00 p.m. On Monday, all holes are closed until 1:00 p.m. Nine holes will be open for play at 1:00 p.m. with an additional nine open for play at 3:00 p.m. (No tee times required). If weather conditions delay course opening, tee times will be adjusted to honor reservations in time sequence. All play must originate from the first tee of either the Manakin or Sabot courses, unless otherwise designated by the Golf Professional Staff. H. SPECIAL / GENERAL GOLF RULES 1. Dress All players must be properly dressed while on the golf premises. Men must wear shirts tucked into pants, with collars, or approved mock collars and sleeves; golf slacks (denim jeans or shorts not acceptable) or shorts (17-inch outer seam). Golf shoes are required, only of the non-metallic type (unless authorized by Golf Shop). Halter-tops, jogging shorts, cutoffs, coaches shorts, bathing

12 suits, etc. are not permitted. Persons wearing high heels or boots will not be permitted on tees or greens. 2. Tournament Play With the exception of junior tournaments, participation is restricted to members who are 21 years of age and older, unless deemed differently by the Golf Committee. 3. Tournaments, with the exception of the Member-Guest, Valentine, and Galloway Father-Son, shall have a sign-up date approximately six (6) weeks in advance. Failure to notify the Tournament Committee or Golf Shop of withdrawal will result in assessment of tournament entry fee if a replacement is not found. 4. In general, fivesomes and sixsomes are prohibited; however, between November 1 st and March 1 st, fivesomes or sixsomes are permitted with Golf Shop authorization. 5. On weekends and holidays, between March 1 st and October 31 st, groups of less than four are discouraged and must obtain permission from the Golf Shop to play. 6. All requests for special play or tournaments interclub or outside groups must be referred to the General Manager for consideration of the Special Events Committee. Any member requesting golf for more than 28 participants will be considered group play and must seek the General Manager and Special Events Committee approval. 7. All members are responsible for the enforcement of our Club s golf rules and regulations and any violation should be reported in writing to the Golf Committee. 8. The Golf Shop will be closed on Christmas Day, New Year s Day, and Mondays during the months of December, January, and February.

13 REPAIRING A DIVOT (ON EITHER GOLF COURSE) Replace Divot. Cover and fill with sand. Tamp down with foot, level with the rest of the turf. Properly repaired divot. If divot is destroyed, fill area with sand level with the surface. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS SET FORTH HEREIN MAY RESULT IN A GOLFER RECEIVING A REPRIMAND FROM THE GOLF COMMITTEE, SUSPENSION OF GOLF PRIVILEGES OR OTHER PENALTY AS

14 THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY DEEM IN ORDER TENNIS I. Sign In A. All players must register in the Tennis Pro Shop before playing. II. Hours of Operation A. Indoor Tennis Courts: Monday Friday 8:30 am 10:00 pm Saturday Sunday 8:30 am 8:00 pm 1. The indoor courts may be reserved for a maximum of 1 ½ hours. 2. A member may reserve a court as early as 6:00 am if done 24 hours in advance. 3. The Pro Shop and tennis courts may close early if there are no reservations for the late evening court times. B. Outdoor Tennis Courts 1. The outdoor clay courts are open from 8:30 am to 10:00 pm. 2. The outdoor hard courts are open from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. 3. Members may reserve a court for a maximum of 1 ½ hours. C. Tennis Pro Shop 1. The Tennis Pro Shop will be open from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Monday through Friday and 8:30 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. 3. Operating hours are posted in the indoor tennis facility and are subject to change according to seasonal conditions. III. Dress Code A. Proper tennis attire is to be worn by all members and guests while playing tennis and is described as follows: 1. Only shoes designed for tennis are permitted. No basketball, soccer, track, or running shoes. 2. Men (18 and above) are required to wear collared tennis shirts. This will include mock collar shirts designed for tennis wear. 3. Men may not wear t-shirts, tank tops, or sleeveless shirts.

15 4. For Juniors (17 and under), tennis shirts are preferred, but tennis related t- shirts are permitted. 5. Football and basketball jerseys, as well as tie-dyed shirts are prohibited. 6. Basketball, cut-offs, or jean shorts are not permitted. Hats must be worn with the brim facing forward. Swimsuits and other pool attire are not permitted in or around the tennis facilities. All of the above descriptions are subject to the discretion of the tennis staff. A player failing to adhere to any of these policies will not be permitted to play until properly outfitted. IV. Reservations A. Indoor Courts 1. Length of play will 1½ hours for singles and doubles. 2. Members may reserve a court two days in advance through the Tennis Pro Shop according to the following call in schedule: a. The call in period allows reservations to be made by phone or by using the online computer system. b. No reservations may be made in person during the call in periods. c. To reserve a court, two days in advance, the call in time is from 8:45 am 11:45 am. d. For example: A member may call on Tuesday morning at 8:45 am to reserve a court anytime on Thursday. 3. Members are limited to 3 reservations per week during the designated call in periods. 4. Members can only make 1 reservation per phone call. 5. After the call in time, reservations may be made for any courts still available either by phone, online, or in person. 6. Courts may be reserved by the tennis director for tournaments, matches, or socials, subject to the approval of the Tennis Committee. B. Outdoor Courts 1. Members may reserve a court 2 days in advance through the Tennis Pro Shop. 2. Length of play is 1 1/2 hours for singles and doubles. 3. Members may not reserve an indoor and an outdoor court for the same time period.

16 C. Juniors (Ages 17 & under) 1. Juniors playing with an adult member have the same priorities as an adult member. 2. Juniors may only reserve an indoor court after the designated call in period. D. Cancellations 1. Members will be charged a fee of $20 for an indoor court reservation if it is not cancelled within three hours of the scheduled court time. E. Guests A. Guests are limited to use of the tennis facility two times a month. B. A member is restricted to 3 guests at a time, unless it is for a private party. C. Guests may only play with or in the presence of a Hermitage member. D. Guest fees are $10 per person. VI. Group Reservations A. Members may reserve the four (4) indoor tennis courts for a private party if the courts are available on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday evening. The hours will be from 7:00 pm 11:00 pm, at a rate of $200. A member who is in attendance for the event must sponsor the group. Any food and drinks for this event must be purchased through the club. VII. Inter Club Events A. During the Spring and Fall Hermitage will host men, women, and junior teams that will compete in the Richmond Racquet League on the outdoor tennis courts. During the Summer men s and women s teams will compete in USTA leagues on the outdoor courts. During winter weekends there will be mixed doubles teams that compete in USTA leagues on the indoor courts. Scheduling of all league play and tournament play is subject to the approval of the Tennis Committee. VIII. Court Maintenance A. Proper maintenance on all courts is essential. Courts will be closed during designated maintenance periods. Maintenance times may vary on tournament days, when group play is scheduled, or due to weather. 1. Only water will be allowed on the indoor courts, i.e. food, fruit juice, sports drinks, etc. will not be allowed.

17 FITNESS Fitness Assessments and Testing Testing is critical to ensure that our fitness professionals design the most appropriate and beneficial program to fit your specific needs. Group Exercise Classes We offer a variety of Group Exercise classes which are all based on six-week sessions. Please visit the Fitness Center for our class schedule. Junior Fitness Orientations are required for all members years old, who wish to use the Fitness Center. This includes instruction on the weight circuit and cardiovascular machines. Juniors are then allowed to use the Fitness Center while a parent or guardian is on the premises. Dress Code Proper workout attire is required for all members using the Fitness Center (shirts, shorts, sweats, athletic shoes). Bathing suits, jeans, sports bras, cut-off shirts or shorts, clay court tennis shoes, street shoes, or sandals are not permitted.

18 Pool Rules *Proposed Revisions Open Memorial Day thru Labor Day. A. Pool supervisory employees are responsible for the enforcement of the following rules and are instructed to suspend pool privileges for any violations. 1. All members and guests entering the pool must register at the front gate, with the names of ALL persons, including young children and guests. 2. A parent or guardian, at least sixteen (16) years of age, must accompany all persons under the age of 8 years. 3. The large pool and the wading pool shall be used only during scheduled hours, except when prior permission is obtained from the GM/COO. No one shall be permitted to enter the water unless a lifeguard is present. 4. Swimmers must be able to swim the width of the lap lanes (approximately 40 feet) in order to use the diving board. 5. The wading pool is for the enjoyment of non-swimmers only. Those who regularly use the large pool shall not be permitted in the wading pool unless for the purpose of assisting small children under their care. 6. Any child who uses the wading pool shall be accompanied by an adult who shall be, at all times, prepared to enter the wading pool in the event the child under his supervision experiences any difficulty in the water. Hermitage Country Club will not be responsible for parental negligence in this respect. 7. The shallow end of the large pool is intended for use by learners and not as a play area for competent swimmers. 8. Persons in bathing suits are not permitted on the practice or putting greens, on any part of the golf course, tennis courts and Sports Center, or in any part of the Clubhouse, provided that those adults having lockers in the Clubhouse shall be permitted ingress and egress to and from the Clubhouse in their swimming attire. 9. Swimmers who come in contact with the ground in or around the pool area shall take a shower before entering the pool. 10. Those with an infection shall not be allowed in the pools. 11. All running about the pools or playing tag, and all roughness or horseplay in the pool area, is strictly forbidden. No ball shall be permitted inside the pool area, except during lifeguard approved, and supervised games.

19 12. Not more than one diver shall be permitted on a diving board at any one time, and only one person is allowed in the diving well at a time. There will be no running on the diving board and only outward diving is permitted, to prevent injuries on the board and coping. The only entrance into the diving area shall be from the diving boards, except when the area is used for lifeguard supervised games. 13. Those wearing flippers or facemasks shall not be allowed in the pool. 14. Small floating devices shall be allowed only for toddler and infant use. No other floating devices will be allowed in the pool except on designated days. 15. The use of glass containers in the pool area is strictly forbidden. 16. Only the food and beverages provided by the Club shall be consumed. It is the responsibility of all individuals to dispose of their used food and beverage containers in the waste receptacles provided. 17. Any use of the pool by parties exceeding ten (10) people must have the prior approval of the GM/COO. 18. Adult swimming: fifteen (15) minutes out of every hour, may be designated as an adult swim, at which time all persons under the age of eighteen (18) must be completely out of the pool every hour on the hour starting at 12:45 p.m. through 4:45 p.m. 19. Infants and toddlers, who are not toilet trained, must wear swim diapers in both pools. 20. No squirt guns or chewing gum at the pool. 21. No Member or Guest is allowed to eat or drink while physically in the pool. 22. Personal listening devises for Members and Guests are allowed only if they are not audible to other Members and Guests at any time. B. The hours when the pool shall be available for use by members and their guests are as follows: Monday: 11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. & Tuesday through Sunday: 10:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m. The pool may be closed early at the discretion of the Pool Manager. C. Pool guest privileges shall not be extended more than six (6) times during any season to any person living less than fifty (50) miles from the Club. It shall be the duty of the member to accompany, and ascertain that his guest has not been a guest more than on five (5) preceding occasions. Members adult children and grandchildren are included in the same guest privileges as stated above. D. Any complaint by a member with respect to pool activities should be communicated in writing to the GM/COO.

20 E. The pool may be closed without prior notice by the Pool Manager and with the approval of the GM/COO during inclement weather. F. The Club will not be held responsible for any valuables or monies left at the pool.