As of Wednesday, Illinois golf courses could legally open, but there are restrictions in place. Each course is different and golfers are advised to call ahead of time.
Yes, courses are allowed to remain open, according to the amended statement issued on Tuesday night.
As of Wednesday courses could legally open, subject to the following conditions:
• The clubhouse must remain closed and only online or telephone scheduling and payment of tee times is allowed.
• Food and beverage service, including food or beverage cart service, cannot be provided. The use of carts by golfers won’t be allowed, either. Rounds will be walking only.
• Driving ranges will be closed due to concerns about social distancing and use of shared equipment. Golfers and course staff must also observe social distancing guidelines.
Those regulations were passed on to Illinois golf industry leaders on Tuesday night via a coronavirus update put out by the Allied Golf Association. That group encompasses the Illinois Section of the Professional Golfers Association of America, the Chicago District Golf Association, the Midwest Association of Golf Course Superintendents and the Greater Chicago Chapter of the Club Management Association of America.
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