Temporary Course Design

[goosefraba1]

Would like to set up a small tournament or something in one of the many parks nearby. This could just be a way of playing something different every once in awhile. So, I was wondering, what do you look for in a park for a temp course? Also, what would I have to do as far as getting it approved through the parks and rec?

[Dave242]

I imagine the makings of a good temp course would have good terrain, lots of mature trees, well manicured land, and water (or 2nd best, lightly used streets/paths as artificial OB). A safe place where baskets left unattended (during lunch - not overnight) would not get stolen would be necessary, of course.

You would want something that you could set down baskets in and not have to do any trimming/limbing and yet have challenging holes that are interesting and varied.

[GT Chris]

As far as getting approval from Parks and Rec, you'll need to apply for something along the lines of a "Large Gathering in a Park" permit. This is similar to a permit that you need to rent a pavillion or picnic area, but will let you use however much of the park you need for your course.

<<<------- Guy who ran a weekly league and two tournaments on a temporary course in Atlanta.

[tallpaul]

If you go the official parks and rec route; you may be required to pay insurance. I ran a temp tourney that cost me $250 in insurance; eventhough the insurance agent didn't charge me....and that was many years ago; probably costs more these days.

[goosefraba1]

Well, we will probably host the first one unofficially with some friends from the local club. If that goes well, then we will look at the possibility of using the setup for a sanctioned tournament of some sort. Thanks for the replies. I have narrowed the search down to just a few parks. Our first temp tourney might just actually be at a park that we will be putting a new permanent course in the end of this year.