The obvious things to pack are extra golf balls, gloves, and a rainsuit and golf shoes.
It's good to keep these things in your golf bag along with a first aid kit. Items such
as a bee-sting kits, Advil, Band-Aids, sunscreen and insect repellent are key as well.
You may not always need them but others in your foursome may and you can be the hero
for the moment.
Sometimes, play can be slow and hours can go by before getting a meal. Snacks are wonderful
and very beneficial not only in maintaining your blood sugar but will also assist in maintaining
your ability to concentrate.
Try to steer away from snacks that are high in sugar. Too much sugar and spikes the blood sugar
levels leaving you on a sugar high and then the blood sugar begins to drop leaving you tired and
having even more difficulty concentrating. Peanut butter and crackers are a great protein and
carbohydrate snack; together they are ideal and make the blood level stay on course.
Next, be sure you check ahead with the golf course for dress codes and any other rules that you
and your group should be aware of. These rules can hinder your enjoyment if you find them out
minutes before you play, it may make a big difference to your enjoyment if it is a ninety degree
day and carts are on the path and there is no on-course beverage service.
If you know the rules ahead of time you can better prepare. Another great question is asking about
the course condition such as aerification or any other concerns about the course that may hinder
your enjoyment.
Last, don't forget to take a lesson prior to going on your trip. The lesson should give you a few
tips to help you focus on pre-shot routine and taking only one or two swing thoughts on the course.
