Many thanks,
Lulu from England
Dear Lulu,
If the direction or distance post is designed to be
removable, you may remove it. In this case, the post would be called a “movable
obstruction.” There is no penalty for removing a movable obstruction; please
don’t forget to replace it.
If the direction or distance post were set firmly in the
ground, obviously not designed to be removable, the post would be an “immovable
obstruction.” You are entitled to relief from an immovable obstruction when it
interferes with your stance or the area of your intended swing [Rule 24-2a]. There is no free relief available if it
interferes with your line of play. What you need to do is take your stance
and try a practice swing. If you can
stand and swing with no interference from the post, you are not entitled to
free relief.
Linda
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