Be Prepared! June 1 - Nov 30 Golf & Tennis Golf & Tennis

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The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with the peak occurring between mid-August and late October.

Hurricanes are Massive Storm Systems that form over the water and move toward land. Threats from hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, rip currents, and tornadoes. Here a few basic things to think about.

 Register for Emergency Alerts and Notifications of potential safety hazards.

 Know the difference between the NWS “Watches” and “Warnings.” A watch lets you know that weather conditions are favorable for a hazard to occur. It means “be on guard!” A warning requires immediate action. This means a weather hazard is imminent.

 Download a printable VI Hurricane Tracking Map on the VITEMA website below. Remember that St. Croix is at 17/64.

 Know the local hurricane evacuation route(s) and plan where you can stay or supply your house for several days.

 Put together a Disaster Supply Kit, take pictures of important docs and belongings.

 Make a plan to keep your beloved pets safe and talk with family and friends about your plan if a hurricane strikes.

 Trim or remove damaged trees or limbs in your yard. Secure loose rain gutters and downspouts. Secure and reinforce your roof, windows, and doors if necessary.

 Purchase a portable or install a generator for use outdoors during power outages.

Golf

Tee-off at one of St. Croix’s exceptional golf courses!

Carambola Golf Club & Country Club –340-778-5638

Open 6 days a week, 7:30 am – 4 pm. Closed Mondays. Commissioned by Laurence Rockefeller, as the centerpiece of a luxury Caribbean resort complex, and designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., a beautiful, challenging par-72, 18-hole course that stretches over 7,000 yards with water hazards coming into play on 7 holes. Carambola opened in 1966 to rave reviews and was considered by the master designer himself to be one of his finest courses. A great golfing treasure, it is the finest course in the Virgin Islands. This course is a Caribbean gem and a “must play” for any true lover of the game. Pro Shop. Clubs and cart rentals. Call for rates, specials, and tee times. 72 Estate River. www. golfcarambola.com

The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2144

Open 7 days a week beginning at 7:30am. An East End, 18-hole course that takes the player over rolling hills to the water’s edge with incredible views! Call for rates and tee times. Pro Shop. www.thebuccaneer.com

For more Hurricane Tips and Info, visit these sites. Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) www.vitema.vi.gov www.ready.gov | www.weather.gov

The Reef Golf Course – 340-773-8844

Open 7 days a week, 7am – 5pm

A 9-hole course, Par 35, with a driving range. Carts and rental clubs, golf lessons, Golf Shop. Also on site, an 18-hole Disc Golf course. Rental discs available. Pickle Ball, Tennis. Membership Rates, Greens Fees, Events, and Twilight pricing at www.reefcondosusvi.com, Facebook

Tennis

Open to the public. Stay tournament-ready!

The Buccaneer Hotel – 340-712-2143

Open Mon – Fri, 8 - 11am and 3 - 6pm; Sat, 8 - 11am. Pro Shop open same hours as the courts.

Eight East End courts; lighted courts by appointment. Pro Shop and Game Match Service. Tennis Pro available for lessons. Call to reserve court time. www.thebuccaneer.com