Ivy Mining Bees on the 9th & 17th Holes
Members Information
Dear Members,
We would like to make you aware that a number of Ivy Mining Bees (Colletes hederae) have taken up residence in the bunkers on the 9th hole.
These solitary bees are completely harmless to people, pets, and wildlife. They do not form aggressive swarms and, unlike wasps or honeybees, they have no interest in stinging. In fact, they play an important role in pollination, appearing for only a few weeks each autumn when ivy is in flower.
Playing the 9th Hole:
If your ball comes to rest in one of the affected bunkers, you may choose to play it as normal.
If you feel uncomfortable, see rule 16.1C (2) Penalty Relief: Playing from Outside Bunker (Back-on-the-Line Relief). For one penalty stroke, the player may drop the original ball or another ball outside that bunker, keeping the spot of the original ball between the hole and the spot where the ball is dropped (with no limit on how far back the ball may be dropped).
The activity of the bees is seasonal and short-lived, and we expect them to disperse naturally in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we balance the enjoyment of golf with supporting biodiversity on our course.
We would like to make you aware that a number of Ivy Mining Bees (Colletes hederae) have taken up residence in the bunkers on the 9th hole.
These solitary bees are completely harmless to people, pets, and wildlife. They do not form aggressive swarms and, unlike wasps or honeybees, they have no interest in stinging. In fact, they play an important role in pollination, appearing for only a few weeks each autumn when ivy is in flower.
Playing the 9th Hole:
If your ball comes to rest in one of the affected bunkers, you may choose to play it as normal.
If you feel uncomfortable, see rule 16.1C (2) Penalty Relief: Playing from Outside Bunker (Back-on-the-Line Relief). For one penalty stroke, the player may drop the original ball or another ball outside that bunker, keeping the spot of the original ball between the hole and the spot where the ball is dropped (with no limit on how far back the ball may be dropped).
The activity of the bees is seasonal and short-lived, and we expect them to disperse naturally in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we balance the enjoyment of golf with supporting biodiversity on our course.