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1 G E N E R A L C L U B R U L E S September 2015 T:\MEMBERSHIP FORMS\CLUB RULES AND BYLAWS\CLUB REVISED SEPT DOC

2 Table of Contents Club Rules: I II III IV V VI VII VIII IX X XI XII General Club Rules Accounting Procedures Resignation, Suspension and Termination of Membership Loss or Destruction of Property or Instance of Person Injury Reservations and Cancellations Service Charge and Tipping Children Attire Change of Mailing Addresses Club Services and Activities Guests Online Member Directory Golf Rules: I General Golf Rules II Pace of Play III Bag Drop IV Course Care V Proper Attire VI Spikes VII Accompanied Guests VIII Unaccompanied Guests IX Additional Play X Hours of Play XI Procedure to Play XII Member Reservations XIII Guests XIV Minors and Dependants XV Starting Times XVI Walking XVII General Cart Rules XVIII Coolers XIX Disabled Golfers XXII Driving Range XXIII Member Golf Groups XXIV Junior Golf XXV Handicap Service 2

3 General Pool Rules: Children s Pool Rules Kids Club Rules: Children s Activities Rules: Playground Rules: Fitness Rules: Tennis Rules: 3

4 EXHIBIT D T H E P E N I N S U L A C L U B, I N C. I - G E N E R A L C L U B R U L E S 1. The Club and its facilities shall be open on the days and during the hours as may be established from time to time by the Board of Directors of the Club. 2. Performance by entertainers will be permitted on the property of the Club only with the permission of the Club. 3. Dining room activities for groups will be permitted only with the permission of the General Manager. 4. Alcoholic beverages will not be served or sold, nor permitted to be consumed, on the premises during hours prohibited by law. Alcoholic beverages will not be sold or served to any person not permitted to purchase the same under the laws of the State of North Carolina or be sold for offpremises consumption. All alcoholic beverages consumed or otherwise possessed on the premises of the Club, including the golf course, must be sold and purchased at the Club, unless an established corkage fee is charged for beverages brought on to the premises or unless approved by the General Manager.. 5. Commercial advertisements shall not be posted or circulated in the Club without the prior approval of the General Manager. 6. Petitions may be originated, solicited, circulated or posted on any property of the Club only with the prior approval of the Board of Directors. 7. It is contrary to the policy of the Club to have its facilities used for functions or fund raising efforts for the benefit of a political cause, except as specifically permitted by the Board of Directors. The Club's facilities shall not be used in connection with organized religious services. 8. Outside catering is not permitted; all food and beverages consumed on Club property must be furnished by the Club unless an established corkage fee is charged for beverages brought on to the premises or unless approved by the General Manager. 9. Employees of the Club are not permitted to deliver food or alcoholic beverages to locations away from the immediate area of the clubhouse, pool or other designated areas of the Club without the permission of the General Manager. 10. Members must not request special personal services from the employees of the Club who are on duty. 11. Young children should be accompanied by an adult when using the Clubhouse bathrooms. 12. If any children under the age of 12 are at a dining table, an adult is required to be at the table. 13. Dogs and other pets are permitted on the Club's premises only with the prior approval of the General Manager and must remain on a leash at all times. 14. Bicycles may be ridden to the bike rack at the pool or bag drop area. Under no circumstances may bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, or scooters be used around the main Clubhouse or golf course.

5 15. Members and their guests may not abuse any of the Club's employees, verbally or otherwise. All employees of the Club are under the supervision of the General Manager and no member or guest shall reprimand or discipline any employee or send any employee off the premises of the Club for any reason. Any employee not rendering courteous and prompt service should be reported to the General Manager immediately. 16 Smoking is only permitted in the men s lounge. The remainder of the Clubhouse and Sports Center are to be smoke-free. 17 The use of hair dye is not permitted in the locker facilities of the Club. 18. Cell phones are required be on silent mode when on Club grounds. Receiving and making calls on a cell phone should be made in a private area and no cell phones to be used in dining areas. 19. Use of the Club s parking facility is made available only to members and their guests while partaking in Club activities and events. Use of the parking facilities for events at resident s homes, will only be permitted with the prior permission of the General Manager. 20. Firearms and all other weapons of any kind are not permitted on the Club premises at any time. 21. All complaints, criticisms or suggestions of any kind relating to any of the operations of the Club must be addressed to the General Manager. 22. The Board of Directors of the Club reserves the right to amend or modify these rules when necessary and will notify the membership of any change. Changes to the Club Rules will be updated on the Club website after such notification. 23. Violation of any of these rules or conduct in a manner prejudicial to the best interests of the Club will subject the person in violation to disciplinary action in accordance with the by-laws of the Club. II - A C C O U N T I N G P R O C E D U R E S 1. All food, beverage, merchandise and services of the Club charged to the member's club account will be billed monthly and shall be deemed delinquent if not paid within thirty days after the date of the monthly statement. Past due bills will accrue one and one-half percent service charge per month from the date of the statement until paid in full. 2. If the club account of any member is delinquent, the Club may at its option take whatever action it deems necessary to effect collection. If the Club commences any legal action to collect any amount owed by any member, or to enforce any other liability of any member to the Club, and if judgment is obtained by the Club, the member shall also be liable for all costs and expenses of the legal action and reasonable attorneys' fees (including fees required in connection with appellate proceedings). III - R E S I G N A T I O N, S U S P E N S I O N A N D T E R M I N A T I O N O F M E M B E R S H I P 1. A member may resign membership in the Club by delivering the appropriate documents to the Membership Office, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Club. Notwithstanding any resignation, suspension or termination of membership, the member and the member's spouse shall remain liable for any amounts unpaid on the member's club account and monthly dues, assessments and other fees until the Club repurchases the member's membership. 2

6 2. A member may be terminated or suspended by the Club if, in the sole judgment of the Club, the member, or family member of the member: a. fails to meet eligibility for membership, b. submits false information on the application for membership or for guest privileges; c. exhibits unsatisfactory behavior, deportment or appearance; d. fails to pay any amount owed to the Club in a proper and timely manner; e. fails to abide by the rules and regulations as set forth for use of the facilities of the Club; f. treats the personnel or employees of the Club in an unreasonable or abusive manner; g. fails to accompany a day guest when using the facilities of the Club; or 1 fails in or refrains from any other conduct or obligation determined by the Club as appropriate for termination or suspension of memberships as determined by the Club, from time to time. 2 causes damage and fails to make restitution as determined by the Board of Directors. 3 The Club may at any time, and from time to time, restrict or suspend, for cause or causes described in the preceding paragraph, any member's rights to use any or all of the facilities of the Club. No such member shall on account of any such restriction or suspension be entitled to any refund of any membership contribution, membership dues or any other fees. During the restriction or suspension, dues and other charges shall continue to accrue and shall be paid in full prior to reinstatement as a member in good standing. 4. A former member of the Club who has had his or her membership involuntarily terminated for any reason other than the failure to meet eligibility requirements for membership shall not again be eligible for membership nor admitted to use the facilities of the Club under any circumstances. 5. Residents of the Peninsula Community as well as former members who left in good standing, shall be eligible to use the Club under the guest policy. I V - L O S S O R D E S T R U C T I O N O F P R O P E R T Y O R I N S T A N C E S O F P E R S O N A L I N J U R Y 1. Each member as a condition of membership, and each guest as a condition of invitation to the premises of the Club, assumes sole responsibility for his or her property. The Club shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any private property used or stored on the premises of the Club. 2. Property or furniture belonging to the Club shall not be removed from the room in which it is placed or from the Club's premises, without proper authorization. Every member of the Club shall be liable for any property damage and/or personal injury at the Club, or at any activity or function operated, organized, arranged or sponsored by the Club, caused by the member, any guest or any family member. The cost of any damage shall be charged to the member's club account. 3

7 3. Any member, guest or other person who, in any manner, makes use of, or accepts the use of, any apparatus, appliance, facility, privilege or service whatsoever owned, leased or operated by the Club, or who engages in any contest, game, function, exercise, competition or other activity operated, organized, arranged or sponsored by the Club, either on or off the Club's premises, shall do so at his or her own risk. The member shall hold the Club and its directors, officers, employees, representatives and agents harmless from any and all loss, cost, claim, injury, damage or liability sustained or incurred by him or her, resulting there from and/or from any act or omission of any director, officer, employee, representative or agent of the Club. Any member shall have, owe and perform the same obligation to the Club and its directors, officers, employees, representatives and agents hereunder in respect to any such loss, cost, claim, injury, damage or liability sustained or incurred by any guest of the member. V - R E S E R V A T I O N S A N D C A N C E L L A T I O N S 1. Dinner reservations may be required from time to time. Members are asked to assist in maintaining required service levels by making reservations for special events prior to 5:00 p.m. on the day prior to the event. 2. For a party of twelve or more using the dining rooms, a minimum additional twenty-four hour notice is requested, and for these larger parties a set menu be may be required. The courtesy of providing notice of necessary changes or cancellations is requested no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day involved. 3. Reservations are required for most special events and social activities of the Club and are taken on a first-come, first-served basis by pre-registering with the appropriate personnel of the Club. Reservations not canceled 48 hours prior to the event will be charged the cost expensed by the Club on the Members behalf and will be billed to the member s account. Should a member need to cancel before this time, a cancellation number will be given. 4. For all functions of the Club held in the dining rooms of the Club, tables will be assigned on a first-call, first-choice basis. Reservations for special tables will not be accepted. 5. Reservations for dining will be held for only fifteen minutes after the reserved time. 6. Reservations for banquets should be made at least three weeks in advance. A nonrefundable deposit may be required for a banquet reservation. V I - S E R V I C E C H A R G E A N D T I P P I N G 1. For the convenience of all members, a food and beverage service charge fee is billed to all members on a monthly basis, in an amount as determined from time to time by the Board of Directors. 2. Cash tipping is not permitted by members of the Club or their guests, except with respect to locker attendants. 3. In November, it is customary to send a letter from the President providing an opportunity for the members to contribute to a Holiday Fund for employees, and a suggested contribution, of which payment will be voluntary, and will be included on each member's bill. The Holiday Fund provides the membership with an opportunity to show our appreciation of their efforts. The Board of Directors shall be responsible for the distribution of these funds. 4

8 V I I - C H I L D R E N Children under twelve years of age are permitted on the Club property, including the swim and tennis area, only if accompanied or supervised by an adult member or guardian. Children under 18 are not permitted in any bar or lounge area. Parents are responsible for actions of their children. No children under the age of 18 will be permitted in the Men s Lounge. V I I I - A T T I R E 1. It is expected that members will choose to dress in a fashion befitting the surroundings and atmosphere provided in the setting of our Club. It is also expected that members will advise their guests of our dress requirements. After participating in sporting activities, members are expected to freshen up in the locker rooms prior to using the dining facilities. As a respect to other members, anyone who is profusely perspiring after sport will change and freshen up prior to using the dining facilities. 2. Clothing is to be worn in a conventional and neat manner. Veranda Dining Room Dinner Hours: Wednesday and Thursday - 5:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Men: Shirts with collars and sleeves, with slacks, shorts and club appropriate denim are considered acceptable attire. No flip flops, hats, visors, workout of swimwear are permitted in the dining and bar areas. Women: Skirts, slacks, shorts, blouses and club appropriate denim are considered acceptable. No flip flops, sports hats, visors, fitness or swimwear are permitted. 3. On the upper level of the Clubhouse, including the upper deck. Men: Shirts with collars and sleeves, with slacks, shorts and club appropriate denim are considered acceptable attire. No flip flops, hats, visors, workout or swimwear are permitted in the dining and bar areas. Tennis and golf attire will be permitted to accommodate club sporting events. Women: Skirts, slacks, shorts, blouses and club appropriate denim are considered acceptable. No flip flops, sports hats, visors, fitness or swimwear are permitted. Tennis and golf attire will be permitted to accommodate Cub sporting events. These dress codes pertain to children as well as for Sunday Brunch. The outdoor upper deck is deemed an adult area except during specific club events such as Easter Brunch, Mother s Day, etc. 4. On the lower level of the Clubhouse, including the outdoor patio. Men: Shirts with collars and sleeves, with slacks, shorts and club appropriate denim are considered appropriate attire. No swimwear, or work out attire are permitted in the indoor dining areas. Sporting attire and T shirts will be permitted in this area. Women: Skirts, slacks, shorts, blouses and club appropriate denim are considered appropriate. No swim wear are permitted in the indoor dining areas. Sporting attire and T shirts will be permitted in this area. 5. The dress standards of the Club may be waived by Club management from time to time for special activities and functions. 5

9 6. The decision of management will be final in determining the appropriateness of garments worn. The cooperation and compliance of all Club members and guests is greatly appreciated. I X - C H A N G E O F M A I L I N G A D D R E S S E S Each member shall be responsible for filing with the Director of Membership in writing, his or her mailing address and any changes thereto, to which the member wishes all notices and invoices of the Club be sent. A member shall be deemed to have received mailings from the Club ten days after they have been mailed to the address on file with the Director of Membership. X - C L U B S E R V I C E S A N D A C T I V I T I E S 1. The Club provides a variety of social, cultural and recreational events in which all members are encouraged to participate. 2. The Club encourages the use of the clubhouse facilities by members for private parties, on any day or evening, provided it does not interfere with the normal operation of the Club, or with the services regularly available to the members. Members are requested to make reservations with the appropriate Club personnel for available dates and arrangements. No meetings or gatherings will be held on the Club premises without the knowledge and approval of the Management. X I - G U E S T S Guests of members may be extended guest privileges subject to applicable guest fees, charges and rules and regulations established from time to time by the Board of Directors. Guest privileges may be denied, withdrawn or revoked at any time for reasons considered sufficient by the Board of Directors in its sole and absolute discretion. All guests shall be either houseguests or day guests. A houseguest is defined as a guest temporarily residing in a member s residence. All other guests of a member, including Peninsula residents who are not members, shall be considered day guests. D A Y G U E S T S 1. Day guests may not use the Club more than twice per month, exclusive of member/guest events and other tournament play organized by the Club. (For family golf privileges please refer to the golf rules section) Members may be limited, based on availability, to one golfing guest per day, per membership, before noon on weekends and holidays. An exception to the golf guest rule is that family members may be guests an unlimited number of times, regardless of their age or whether they reside with the member. This includes parents and their spouses, and children and their spouses. The member must accompany the family guest and normal guest fees apply. Golf and Tennis guests may play once a month with a maximum of six times per year. Corporate member guests would be an exception to this rule. 2. Day guests must be accompanied by the member at all times when using any facility of the Club. Day guests will be charged guest fees for use of the facilities of the Club as determined from time to time by the Board of Directors. 3. Day guests will be entitled to use the facilities of the Club only in accordance with the privileges of the membership of the sponsoring member upon payment of all appropriate fees. 6

10 4. Day guest charges for any services will be charged against the sponsoring member's club account. Cash payments are not permitted. 5. The Club reserves the right to require identification by each guest. 6. The Club may limit Day guest privileges from time to time, in the sole and absolute discretion of the Club. The Club will give notice of such limitation. 7. The sponsoring member shall be responsible for all charges incurred by the guest. The sponsoring member is also responsible for the conduct of a day guest while at the Club. If the manner, deportment or appearance of any day guest is deemed to be unsatisfactory, the sponsoring member shall, at the request of the Club, cause such day guest to correct the problem, or to leave the premises of the Club. H O U S E G U E S T S 1. Houseguests must be registered by the sponsoring member with the Membership Office, prior to the arrival of the guests. Application forms requesting houseguest privileges may be obtained from the Membership Office. Houseguest privileges will be extended to guests of a member while that guest is residing in a member's residence. To provide membership privileges for a houseguest, the sponsoring member must initiate the application for houseguest membership at least five business days prior to the arrival date of the houseguest. 2. Guest cards will be issued for the length of stay, up to a maximum of two weeks. At the expiration of the card, renewals of houseguest privileges will be granted at the discretion of the Club. 3. Houseguests will be entitled to use the facilities of the Club only in accordance with the privileges of the membership of the sponsoring member upon payment of all appropriate fees. 4. Houseguests are permitted to use the Club facilities unaccompanied by the member in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Board of Directors from time to time. 5. Houseguests will be charged a temporary houseguest membership fee for each one week period in addition to all daily use fees as determined from time to time by the Board of Directors. 6. The sponsoring member does not have to give up membership rights for the period of time the houseguest is in residence. 7. The houseguest, upon approval of the Club, will be issued temporary charge privileges. The houseguest will have the opportunity to pay his or her charges at the Club. Cash payments are not permitted. 8. The sponsoring member is responsible for all unpaid charges made by his or her houseguests, which are unpaid after the customary billing and collection procedure of the Club. 9. The Club must be notified of a cancellation at least two days prior to the arrival date of the houseguest. Failure to advise the Club of a cancellation may result in the member's Club account being charged the full houseguest fee. 10. Houseguests must have their guest card with them at all times while using the Club facilities. 11. The Club reserves the right to require identification by each guest. 12. The Club may limit houseguest privileges from time to time, in the sole and absolute discretion of the Club. The Club will give notice of such limitation. 7

11 The sponsoring member shall be responsible for the conduct of a houseguest while at the Club. If the manner, deportment or appearance of any houseguest is deemed to be unsatisfactory, the sponsoring member shall, at the request of the Club, cause such houseguest to surrender the guest card and leave the premises of the Club. X I I O N L I N E M E M B E R D I R E C T O R Y The Club gathers and makes available Member contact information solely for the convenience and use of members with respect to Club-related activities. Use of such information for advertising, marketing, solicitation, commercial or any other non-club related purpose is strictly prohibited. G O L F R U L E S I - G E N E R A L G O L F R U L E S The rules of golf of the U.S.G.A. together with the Rules of Etiquette as adopted by the USGA shall be the rules of the Club, except when in conflict with the local rules or with any of the rules herein. A U.S.G.A. local rules sheet is available in both men s and women s locker room. 1. All members and guests must register in the Golf Shop before beginning play 2. Practice is not allowed on the Golf Course. The driving range and practice putting green should be used for all practice. 3. Each player must have his or her own set of golf clubs. 4. If lightning is in the area, a siren will be sounded and all play shall cease. 5. Jogging, bicycling, roller blading, skateboarding, and scooters, use of private carts or recreational walking is not permitted on the golf course at any time. Pets are not allowed on the golf course or cart paths at any time. Walking along the cart path on holes 5, 10, 18 and 14 for the purpose of going to or from the Clubhouse is permitted. Walking on the cart path from the dock to the Clubhouse is also permitted. Walking on the cart paths to and from the Clubhouse at any time is at the traveler s own risk. 6. Off season will be December 1 st March 31 st Golf Shop Hours: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. daily. 7. In season will be April 1 st November 30 th Golf Shop Hours: 7:30 a.m. (closing time varies by month) II - P A C E O F P L A Y 1. All Members are expected to maintain an acceptable pace of play on the course. An acceptable pace of play is defined as playing a full round of golf in 4 hours and 10 minutes (carts on fairways). Specifically, a group must keep pace with the group in front. 2. Anticipate the club or clubs you may need and go directly to your ball. Always be near your ball to play promptly when it is your turn 3. Be sociable, but reserve your extended conversations for the Clubhouse. 4. When approaching the green, please exit the fairway at the green and white top post and return the cart to the cart path. All carts must be parked on the cart path around tees and greens. 8

12 5. When play of a hole is completed, leave the green promptly and proceed to the next tee without delay. I I I - B A G D R O P The Bag Drop (located in the southwest corner of the parking lot) must be used in order to receive bag service. I V - C O U R S E C A R E 1. All ball marks are to be repaired prior to leaving the green. 2. Divots made in the fairways should be lightly filled with sand. 3. Bunkers are to be raked after use and the rake placed outside the bunker and away from the green. 4. Course closed or hole closed signs are to be adhered to without exception. V - P R O P E R A T T I R E 1. All Members and their guests must know and strictly adhere to the club s Dress Code policy. 2. Proper golf attire must be worn at all times on the golf course, ranges and putting greens. Blue jeans, tank tops, tee shirts, tennis apparel, swimwear, fitness apparel, and cut-off shorts are prohibited. All shorts must be no more than 4 inches above the knee. Hats are to be worn facing forward and men s shirttails are to remain tucked in at all times. In the event of any questionable attire, the professional golf staff would have the final word as to what is appropriate. 3. Members and their guests are required to use the locker room facilities to make any clothing changes. V I - S P I K E S Our club is a non-metal spike facility. We prohibit the use of metal or ceramic spikes. Approved spikes are available through the Locker Room. V I I - A C C O M P A N I E D G U E S T S 1. The accompanied rate is accorded to guests who are in the company of a member while playing. 2. This rate includes green fee, cart fee and practice facilities. V I I I - U N A C C O M P A N I E D G U E S T S 1. Members may request to sponsor a guest to play for the unaccompanied guest rate. 2. The unaccompanied rate is accorded to sponsored guests, who are not in the company of a member while playing. 3. Unaccompanied guests are allowed at the discretion of the Director of Golf. 4. The unaccompanied rate includes green fee, cart fee and practice facilities. 9

13 5. The Director of Golf may assign additional members and/or golf staff members to play with the unaccompanied guests at his discretion I X - A D D I T I O N A L P L A Y 1. The Accompanied Guest rate represents an all day greens fee, therefore an accompanied guest may play additional holes for the appropriate cart fee, provided that a second round is played on a space available basis. 2. Reserving a second tee time in advance requires payment of a second green fee. X - H O U R S O F P L A Y 1. The hours of play and Golf Shop hours will be posted on the club website. 2. The golf course superintendent is authorized to determine when the golf course is fit for play. His decision, along with that of the Director of Golf, shall be final. X I - P R O C E D U R E T O P L A Y 1. Discontinued Play credit a. less than three holes-full eighteen hole credit; b. less than twelve holes-nine hole credit. 2. Twosomes may play at the discretion of the Golf Shop. Twosomes should not expect to play through foursomes and should not exert any pressure on the groups ahead. 3. Foursomes shall have the right of way. 4. Twosomes playing before 1:30 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday can be expected to be paired up with other players. 5. Twosomes and singles will be grouped with other players, if available. 6. Players late for their starting time lose their right to the starting time and shall begin play only at the discretion of the starter. X I I - M E M B E R R E S E R V A T I O N S 1. Full Members are allowed to reserve a tee time seven (7) days in advance through the Golf Shop or on the club website. 2. Sports Members are allowed to reserve a tee time three (3) days in advance. X I I I - G U E S T S 1. Members must make their guest s tee time(s) and guarantee these tee times with the Golf Shop. 2. No shows will be charged to the member s account. 3. The sponsoring member is responsible for all guest charges and for the guest s conduct at the Club. 4. Guest tee times must be canceled with a member of the Golf Professional Staff at least 48 hours in advance. 10

14 X I V - M I N O R S / D E P E N D E N T S 1. Young people under the age of 18 whose parents are members are considered Juniors in regards to golf rules. 2. Juniors may play at any time when accompanied by a member. 3. Juniors must abide by same rules to use driving range. 4. An unaccompanied junior may play after 3:00 p.m. or at the discretion of the Director of Golf. 5. Club may establish special rules governing access to the golf facilities by persons under the age of eighteen ( Juniors ). 6. Juniors may play without an adult member with permission from the professional staff. XV - S T A R T I N G T I M E S 1. As a general rule, play will begin in season at 8:00 a.m. on the 1 st Tee and continue at ten (10) minute intervals throughout the afternoon. Play will begin at 7:30 a.m. on weekends and holidays. 2. Tee times will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday during Daylight Savings. 3. Cutting-in is not permitted at any time. 4. All players must check in with the starter. 5. No standing reservations will be accepted. In season, the club s Tee Time reservation system will permit full members to make Tee Times 7 days in advance beginning at 6:00 a.m. Sports members may make their Tee Times 3 days in advance beginning at 6:00 a.m. During the off season, the club s Tee Time reservation system will permit full members to make Tee Times 7 days in advance beginning at 7:30 a.m. Sports members may make their Tee Times 3 days in advance beginning at 7:30 a.m. 6. Under no circumstances are players permitted to start play from residences. 7. All players must have starting times reserved through the Golf Shop. The staff will assign the starting time depending on availability. 8. Starting times may be made through the Club website, in person, or by phone during Golf Shop hours. 9. Starting time changes must be approved by the Golf Shop. 10. The group captain must have his or her name and membership number and the names of his or her group at time of reservation. 11. Players who fail to cancel their tee time one hour prior to their scheduled tee time, or who do not register ten minutes prior to their tee time may be charged a fee determined by the Club from time to time. 12. Groups of five or more players shall only be permitted on the golf course with the permission of the Director of Golf. 13. In order to promote camaraderie among members, the Club may establish women only starting times, men only starting times or mixed only starting times. 11

15 14. All players who stop after playing nine holes for any reason must occupy the next tee before the following players arrive at the tee or they will lose their position on the golf course and must get permission from the starter to resume play. XVI - W A L K I N G 1. Members may walk and carry their bag after 3:00 p.m. or at the discretion of the Golf Shop. 2. Sports Members will be charged the appropriate green fee. X V I I - G E N E R A L G O L F C A R T R U L E S 1. Operation of a golf cart is at the risk of the operator. 2. Cost of, or repair to a golf cart which is damaged by a member, will be charged to the member or in the case of damage by a guest, to the sponsoring member. 3. Members using a golf cart will be held fully responsible for any and all damages, including damages to the golf cart that are caused by the misuse of the golf cart by the members or their guests, and the members shall reimburse the Club for any and all damages the Club may sustain by reason of misuse. 4. A valid driver s license is mandatory for any person operating a golf cart. 5. Golf carts shall not be used by a member or guest on the property of the Club without proper assignment and registration in the Golf Shop. 6. Golf carts cannot be used off the golf course. 7. Only two persons and two sets of golf clubs are permitted per golf cart. A parent playing with children may request permission from the Director of Golf to exceed this limitation. 8. Obey all golf cart traffic signs. 9. Never drive a golf cart through a hazard. Be careful to avoid soft areas on fairways, especially after rains. Use the roughs or mounds wherever possible. 10. Golf carts shall be driven on the golf course only when the course is open for play. 11. Private golf carts are not permitted. 12. Golf carts are to be returned to the staging area adjacent to the Golf Shop upon completion of play. 13. Regardless of ground conditions avoid soft areas, ground under repair or newly planted areas. 14. For safety, use the hill brake each time you exit the golf cart. 15. Violations of the golf cart rules may result in loss of golf cart privileges and/or playing privileges. 16. Off season cart rules: Members and guests should park their cart on the cart path at all tees and greens. Green posts will be put out on the edges of the fairways, denoting when the cart should return to the cart path. Golf carts shall remain on the cart path at all times on all par 3 s. Daily course conditions will further dictate if carts may be On Fairways, On Mounds or Cart Path Only. These daily course conditions will be posted on the Club s website by 8:30 a.m. 12

16 Note: An exception is given to the women s tees on holes #1, #6, #8, #15. When carts are permitted to leave the cart path, players may drive up and park a reasonable distance from these tees. A reasonable distance is any level or flat area next to the tee. 17. In season cart rules: Members and guests should park their cart on the cart path at all tees and greens. Green posts will be put out on the edges of the fairways, denoting when the cart should return to the cart path. Golf carts shall remain on the cart path at all times on all par 3 s. Daily course conditions will further dictate if carts may be On Fairways, On Mounds or Cart Path Only. These daily course conditions will be posted on the Club s website by 8:00 a.m. Note: An exception is given to the women s tees on holes #1, #6, #8, #15. When carts are permitted to leave the cart path, players may drive up and park a reasonable distance from these tees. A reasonable distance is any level or flat area next to the tee. X V I I I - C O O L E R S Beverage/food coolers are strictly prohibited unless supplied by the Club. X I X - D I S A B L E D G O L F E R S If a golfer with limited mobility requests access to areas of the golf course not normally accessible to golf carts, the Golf Shop shall make available a golf cart with appropriate orange flag designation upon the following conditions: 1. Handicap Flags- Approved Handicap flags may be issued on a day to day basis. If Conditions warrant, the following may apply. When carts are restricted to cart paths, handicap flags may be issued and will allow golfers to access the mounds. When carts are restricted to mounds, handicap flags may be issued and will allow golfers to access the fairways. Only when handicap carts are permitted in the fairways or mounds will carts be permitted to park next to the orange handicap stake. When two players are permitted to use a handicap flag, those two players must ride together. 2. Members and guests requesting the use of an orange handicap flag will need to have prior authorization to receive a handicap flag. The member will need a copy of their North Carolina issued handicap parking access card on file with the golf shop. Members and guests will be permitted to use a handicap flag during the same time frame their North Carolina Parking card is valid. A one-time 30 day temporary exception may be given with a letter from a doctor. X X I I - D R I V I N G R A N G E 1. The driving range is open during normal operating hours. The driving range will be closed from time to time and two hours before dark on Sundays for general maintenance or due to weather conditions. 2. Range balls are for use on the driving range only. Range balls are not permitted on the golf course. 3. Golf carts are not permitted on any tee area. Parking of golf carts is allowed in designated areas only. 4. Balls must be hit from designated areas only. No hitting is permitted from the rough or sides of the driving range. 5. Proper golf attire is required at all times on the driving range. 13

17 6. Only golfing members (Full Equity or Sports Equity and their guests) may use the driving range. X X I I I - M E M B E R G O L F G R O U P S The Golf Committee must approve all tournament play in advance. In cases where Club sponsored tournaments are sold out, full equity members have preference over sports equity members X X I V - J U N I O R G O L F The Peninsula Club has an active junior golf program with an 18-hole golf course set up on the front nine for two different skill levels. The closest to the putting greens are the green tee markers with Kirby Markers at designated yardages and then the second set of markers, are further away and are yellow tee Kirby Markers. Also, The Peninsula Club has a junior scorecard with all the appropriate yardages. XXV - H A N D I C A P S E R V I C E 1. Handicaps are computed through the U.S.G.A. approved Carolinas Golf Association Computer System under the supervision of the Director of Golf and Handicap Committee. 2. There will be twenty-four (24) revisions annually at the first and fifteenth of each month. For each revision, the Golf Shop will provide an updated handicap roster next to the Handicap Posting station located adjacent to the Golf Shop. The Golf Staff will provide any member with a handicap index card or score history report. 3. All members with a USGA approved handicap may participate in Club tournaments. 4. All handicaps submitted may be reviewed by the Handicap committee. 5. To establish a handicap, a member must have turned in a minimum of five scores during the current year. 6. Members are responsible for turning in all their scores on a daily basis. 7. Peninsula members must have an established handicap to participate in club events. POOL RULES 1. Use of the pool facilities at the Club at any time is at the swimmers own risk. 2. Swimming is permitted only during open hours of the pool. 3. Children under twelve years of age are permitted to use the pool facilities only if accompanied and supervised by an adult. 4. All members and their guests are required to register prior to entering the pool area. 5. No guests, unless registered house guests, are permitted to use the pool facilities on Memorial Day, July 4 th or Labor Day. 6. Glass objects, drinking glasses, beverage coolers and sharp objects are not permitted in the pool area. 14

18 7. All swimmers must wear bona fide swimming attire. Cutoffs, dungarees and Bermudas are not considered appropriate swimwear. 8. Children wearing diapers are not permitted in the pool, unless wearing special swim diapers. 9. Running, pushing, dunking and other hazardous activities will not be tolerated. 10. Small toys such as balls, water guns, rings, etc. may be permitted, depending on the number of persons in the pool and the manner in which the toys are used. 11. Snorkeling equipment, other than a mask, is not to be used in the pool area except as part of an organized course of instruction. 12. Radios may only be used at a low volume or with earphones. 13. All persons using the pool furniture are required to cover the furniture with a towel when using suntan lotions. The use of these preparations stains and damages the furniture. 14. All persons are urged to cooperate in keeping the area clean by properly disposing of towels, cups, cans, etc. 15. Smoking is not permitted in the pool area. 16. Saving of chairs for persons absent from the pool area is not permitted. 17. Private parties may be held in the pool area only with the prior approval of the General Manager. 18. Food and beverage are not permitted in the pool, or within three feet of the pool edge. 19. Flotation devices are permitted for non-swimming children up to the age of five years; they must be accompanied in the water by their parent or adult guardian at all times. Tire inner tubes and air mattresses are not permitted. 20. Children without adequate swimming ability must be accompanied in the water by a parent or adult guardian at all times. The parent/guardian must remain within one arm s reach while the child is in the water. 21. The use of flotation devices, life jackets, noodles, etc. is prohibited on the slide. All users of the slide must be able to swim independently to the stairs. Users may be asked to perform a swim test prior to using the slide. 22. No one is permitted to be in the slide splash down area except users exiting the slide. 23. If someone becomes ill or has an accident in the pool, we are required by state law and Health Department code to close the pool for a minimum of six hours. 24. The pool staff has full authority to enforce these rules and regulations and any infractions will be reported to the General Manager. 15

19 CHILDRENS POOL RULES These rules are in addition to the Pool Rules. 1. No lifeguard on duty. 2. Children ages 4 and under only. 3. Children must be accompanied by a parent and/or guardian at all times. Parent and/or guardian should be within one arm s reach of their child at all times. 4. No diving, running or jumping from side. 5. Parents and guardians are responsible for children at all times. KIDS CLUB 1. The Club will have a children s baby-sitting area ( Kids Club ) at the Sports Center which will be open during the hours posted. 2. Kids Club operates on a reservation basis with specific child/staff ratios based on the numbers of children registered 24-hours in advance. 3. The Club may establish time limits on the length of stay in Kids Club from time to time. 4. The Club may establish age limits from time to time for children to be accepted at Kids Club. 5. Members of the Club may be charged a fee per child for use of Kids Club as determined by the Club from time to time. 6. Each child must be registered with the Activities Director or assistant for each visit. All children must be dropped off and picked up at Kids Club by their parents with direct contact with the Director or assistant. 7. The Director or assistant has the discretion to refuse any child who appears to be ill. Parents will be notified, should their child become ill while at Kids Club. 8. The Director or assistant may call a parent to remove a child due to illness or disruptive behavior. If a child continues to misbehave after a disciplinary warning, he or she may be removed and not permitted to return to the play room that day. Disruptive behavior includes, but is not limited to, biting and hitting. 9. Parents must be on the Club premises at all times while their children are at Kids Club. CHILDREN S ACTIVITIES 1. The Club will have an area for children of the appropriate designated age at the Sports Center which will be open during the hours posted. 2. Members of the Club may be charged a fee per child for participation in various Children s Activities from time to time. 3. Each child must be signed in by their parent and/or guardian at the beginning of their visit. All children must be dropped off and picked up by their parents and/or guardian. 4. Children will not be permitted to bring outside food into the Children s areas. Snacks and/or drinks will be provided from time to time by the Club for programs exceeding 90-minutes in length. 16

20 5. Club management is authorized to remove any child whose conduct is not in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Club. Children s Activities privileges may be suspended for any period determined by the General Manager on account thereof. 6. Parents are responsible for the conduct of their children. 7. Reservations are required for all Children s Activities. The Club s cancellation policy is in effect for Children s Activities as well. 8. Horseplay, profanity and disruptive conduct are strictly prohibited. 9. Private parties will be permitted in the Children s Activities areas. The Activities Director must approve facility rental details for any private party. 10. The Club is not responsible for items left in the Children s Activities areas. 11. The Club may, from time to time, adopt additional rules and regulations applicable to the Children s Activities areas. PLAYGROUND 1. Playground is open during daylight hours and non-inclement weather. The use of the playground equipment after sundown is not permitted. 2. Proper footwear is required at all times. 3. Clothing with ties or strings should have these pieces securely fastened so as to not pose a hazard within the equipment. 4. Adult supervision is required for children under age Playground mulch is not to be picked up, thrown or kicked for any reason. 6. The following things are not permitted around the playground equipment for your safety and the safety of your children: a. pets of any kind; b. sticks, wooden or metal bats; c. ropes; d. roller skates, roller blades or skateboards; e. hard balls such as baseballs, golf balls, etc.; f. Frisbees; g. games that involve any tackling, tagging, pushing, shoving, grabbing, pulling, knocking down, tripping, throwing, or, climbing or jumping on one another. 7. All food, drinks and gum should be consumed in the areas provided (benches, tables, etc.) and should not be on the equipment. 8. Playground equipment must be used for its proper purpose only. 17

21 BIRTHDAY/PRIVATE PARTIES AT THE SPORTS CENTER 1. Private parties will be permitted in the Children s Activities areas of the Sports Center at the discretion of the Activities Director and/or the General Manger. 2. All private parties must be booked at least two weeks in advance through the Activities Director. 3. No outside food and beverage will be permitted in the Sports Center for private parties. (Birthday cakes are the only exception to this rule). 4. Members and guests will be expected to follow Club rules for behavior and conduct during the party. 5. Sponsoring member accepts responsibility for the behavior of their guests for the duration of the party. 6. The Club may, from time to time, charge the Member host for any property damage incurred during the party this includes excessive clean-up. F I T N E S S R U L E S 1. All members using the fitness facilities must sign in prior to exercising. Use of the fitness facilities at the Club at any time is at the user s own risk. Members must register their houseguests with Membership before bringing them into the facility to work-out. 2. Workout Attire: Casual workout attire is acceptable inside the Sports Center. No torn or ripped clothing, jeans, or muscle shirts with large arm holes permitted. Tee-shirts, tank tops, gym shorts, warm-up pants, leotards and tights are acceptable. No bear-midriff or see-through tops permitted. Proper footwear that covers the entire foot is required in both the aerobics studio and gym. Those taking Pilates or Yoga classes will be the only ones allowed without athletic shoes -in the aerobic studio only. Tennis players must clean the clay from their tennis shoes before entering the facility. 3. Children from the age of thirteen to fifteen years of age are not permitted to use the fitness facilities unless accompanied and supervised by an adult at least eighteen years of age. Children under thirteen years of age are not permitted in the gym, aerobics studio and/or locker rooms of the Sports Center. 4. Members are encouraged to undergo an initial orientation with fitness staff prior to using any exercise equipment. Those below the age of 18 must attend a fitness orientation to learn the proper usage of Sports Center equipment. 5. The Club may impose time limits, or other rules, upon use of high-demand equipment and facilities during peak hours. The Club will post such policies in effect from time to time. 6. All dumbbells, weight plates and other equipment must be returned to their proper places at the completion of use. 7. No food or drink (except water) is permitted in the workout areas. Please be sure not to bring your coffee or tea into the gym or aerobics studio. 8. Please be considerate of your fellow members and use the gym wipes to wipe down the equipment after use. 9. Cell phone use in the workout areas is prohibited. Please set your cell phone on vibrate and excuse yourself from the workout areas to talk on your phone. If the massage room is in use, please refrain from using your cell phone in the upstairs entry area. 18

22 10. Sports Center towels may not be removed from the building and are not to be used at the pool. 11. Member s personal belongings shall not be left in workout areas. Please hang your coats/jackets on hangers provided. Lockers are provided in the adult locker rooms for members to store their belongings. Locks must be removed from the lockers before closing each day. 12. All personal trainers, instructors and therapists are required to be employees of the club. No outside therapists or trainers will be allowed to treat or train clients in this facility. T E N N I S R U L E S 1. Court reservations may be made by calling the Tennis Pro Shop up to 7 days in advance. a. Singles players may reserve up to 1 ½ hours b. Doubles players may reserve up to 2 hours. 2. Standing reservations must be approved by the Director Of Tennis. 3. The pro shop, from time to time, may implement temporary rules regarding court reservations during peak periods of play, tournaments, Ladies Interclub matches, USA League play, and scheduled club activities. 4. All members and their guests must register with the pro shop before going to their assigned court. When the club is closed on Monday, guests may be registered on the next open day. 5. USTA Rules apply at all times unless they are in direct conflict with the Peninsula Club Tennis Rules. 6. Courtesy, consideration and good sportsmanship should be observed on and off the court at all times. Any disturbances should be reported to the Director Of Tennis or the professional on duty. 7. Proper tennis attire includes regulation tennis shoes, appropriate tennis shorts and/or warm-ups. Players may not wear cut-offs, track shoes, cross trainers, swimsuits, jogging bras and jeans. 8. Any damage to a court will be the responsibility of the member who reserved the court. 9. Special activities (tournaments, private functions, multiple court reservations, etc.) must be approved by the Director of Tennis. Standing court reservations and team scrimmages that require multiple courts must also be scheduled and approved by the Director of Tennis. 10. Children under the age of 12 are not allowed on the courts without adult supervision. 11. Junior players are defined as any members son or daughter of high school age or younger. Junior players will be permitted on the courts only if a court is available and not being used by a prime member. Any member with a court reservation will take precedence over walk ins. USTA Rules and Peninsula Club Rules also apply to junior players. 12. The Professional Staff is responsible for the care and condition of the courts and makes all determinations about playability. 19