ESTONIA IS THE BEST KEPT SECRET

OF SCANDINAVIA

Our country boasts the 3000-year-old crater of an iron meteorite that influenced the religions and customs of the Baltic Sea region. We have one of the most authentic Medieval Old Towns. The Kunda and Pärnu settlements are older than most cradles of the European civilisation. Our language contains about a thousand words that date back to the last ice age. Our capital has one of the most seamless wireless Internet networks in the world. And about 90% of our population pay their taxes via Internet.

Estonia is a small country with a rich inner life. As a young state that has for long remained in the shadow, the introduction of our inner riches to the whole world is essential in regard to the preservation of Estonia’s uniqueness and the growth of its people.

Find more at www.visitestonia.com

PÄRNU SEASIDE RESORT TOWN

Seaside resort town Pärnu is an ideal destination for beach and wellness holidays. It’s long white sanded beaches, sunny days and vibrant nightlife have earned Pärnu a title of Estonian Summer Capital.

The rich history of Pärnu and the joyful daily life offer something for everyone. The centre of Pärnu, the lovely parks and the resort area with its famous sandy beach and promenade invite you for long walks. Pärnu charms its guests with its historical architecture. Walking or biking along the avenues from the centre of the city to the sea, you will pass through the largest district of timber villas in Estonia. The unique villas decorated with timber lace please the eye and are a joy to discover, as most of them have been restored and house a hotel or a café. Welcome to Pärnu in West-Estonia!

HOW TO GET HERE?

Finding your way to Pärnu is easy! The easiest way to get here is to take an international flight to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, or to Riga, the capital of Latvia. It only takes a couple of hours of driving to get to Pärnu from either of the airports, as it is situated on the fast Via Baltica highway (E67). Comfortable Lux Express Buses (http://www.luxexpress.eu/en/timetable) regularly depart from Tallinn and Riga to Pärnu. Estonia’s biggest port is located in Tallinn; ships from Helsinki arrive there almost every hour.

Just two kilometers from the city of Pärnu is Tahkuranna, home of the Pärnu Bay Golf Links. Tahkuranna takes its Estonian name from its sandstone substrate, serving the basis for its stunning natural beauty where pine trees meet Pärnu Bay sea. The newest golf course and first links course in the region is the true sense of the word: a coastal stretch of land with sandy soil and fescue grasses. The course is designed by architect Lassi Pekka Tilander and shaped by Mick McShane, who is best known as the lead shaper for legendary St. Andrews Links’ Castle Course and Kingsbarns Golf Links.

The course features wide fairways and expansive sand areas, as well as multi-leveled greens with bold movement. The par-72 course plays from 4,500 to 6,200 meters. Pärnu Bay Golf Links also features a par-three course of five holes, driving range, putting greens and fully equipped pro shop and an excellent restaurant EAGLE at the clubhouse, atop the highest point of the course. The glass-walled restaurant and panoramic terrace offer a breathtaking 360-degree view to the nature outside making a lunch or a dinner there into unforgettable experience. Welcome to Pärnu!

www.parnubay.com www.visitparnu.com

PÄRNU BAY GOLF LINKS

THE NEWEST COURSE IN THE REGION

PROGRAM OF THE TOURNAMENT

MONDAY, 23RD OF MAY

Registration deadline at 18:00

WEDNESDAY, 25TH OF MAY

Arrival of competitors. Practice range is open.

THURSDAY, 26TH OF MAY

8:00-16:30 Practice rounds

until 12:00 Competitors registration at caddiemaster

15:00 Drawing of tee-times and pairings for the first and second competition rounds

18:00 Opening ceremony

FRIDAY, 27TH OF MAY

FIRST COMPETITION DAY

7:30 Round 1, Tee-times begin

SATURDAY, 28TH OF MAY

SECOND COMPETITION DAY

7:30 Round 2, Tee-times begin

Posting of scores/ cut line defined

21:30 Publishing final round tee-times and pairings

SUNDAY, 29TH OF MAY

THIRD COMPETITION DAY, FINAL

7:30 Final round

ca 18:00 Award Ceremony at Clubhouse golf restaurant EAGLE

ENTRANCE FEE AND ELIGIBILITY

The entrance fee is 100 EUR.

Entries will be paid before the closing date on the 25th of May to the bank account OÜ Golfer, IBAN: EE321700017000596921, Nordea Bank, SWIFT: NDEAEE2X. For payment explanation please mark the competitor´s name.

The following services are provided to the participants as included into the entrance fee:

• limitless number of driving range balls from Thursday to Sunday;

• competition rounds from Friday to Sunday;

• fruits and drinking water / sports drinks during competition rounds;

• trolleys;

• locker-rooms and sauna.

Entries will be accepted from male amateur golfers whose exact handicap does not exceed 12 and female amateur golfers whose exact handicap does not exceed 16 strokes under the handicapping scheme adopted by the recognized authority controlling golf in the country from which they enter. The handicap must be certified by the secretary of the national golf authority or entrant’s home club and must have been valid on the date of entry.

PRACTICE ROUND

Practice round can be played on Thursday, 26th of May. Tee-times are available until 16.30 o´clock, afterwards the course will be closed for maintenance.

The Green Fee price is 25 EUR and will be paid at Pärnu Bay Golf Links caddiemaster before the round. Practice balls are provided for free.

Registration by 25th of May at info@parnubay.com, phone: +372 443 3030

ACCOMMODATION

HEDON SPA & HOTEL

Hedon Spa & Hotel is a unique home for pleasures and relaxation. The spa side of Hedon is built into the historical mudbaths that for long have been one of the symbols of Pärnu. The new and exquisite part of the building is home to the hotel with its 72 contemporary-styled rooms and a fine dining restaurant Raimond. The old and the new are in perfect harmony.

Take time for yourself – come and discover different pleasures with us!

SINGLE ROOM STARTING FROM 87 EUR PER NIGHT

DOUBLE ROOM STARTING FROM 98 EUR PER NIGHT

All rooms in the modern new hotel building have private balconies, are equipped with air conditioning and have tea and coffee making facilities, a TV set, a mini bar, a mini safe, hairdryer, slippers and bathrobe. Cost of accommodation includes breakfast, use of the gym and the pools and saunas of the bathing area of the spa.

Website: www.hedonspa.com

PLEASE CONTACT US AT INFO@PARNUBAY.COM TO BOOK AN ACCOMMODATION.

WE CAN’T GUARANTEE THE AVAILABILITY OF HOTEL ROOMS WITHOUT PRE-RESERVATION.

ESTONIA RESORT HOTEL & SPA

The brand new 4* hotel ESTONIA Resort Hotel & Spa with a whole new E-WoW concept in Pärnu - a lovely beach resort with a long spa history on the coast of the Baltic Sea. The new hotel is inspired by Estonian nature, cultural traditions and handicraft. Hotel facilities include SPA & SAUNA centre with hot tubs, pools and 8 saunas, yoga classes, wellness treatments and a fine dining at the restaurant NOOT.

SPA TERVIS HOTEL

Part of the Tervis Medical Spa complex, this hotel enjoys an ideal condition close to the beautiful sandy beaches of Pärnu, Estonia’s summer capital. The cozy and bright rooms are equipped with every convenience and have balconies with picturesque views. A rich breakfast buffet, which includes many healthy dishes, is included in the price. The restaurant also offers lunch and dinner buffets. In addition, the hotel features 3 cozy cafes and bars. In good weather 2 roof bars with impressive views are also open. The complex features a health club with spa, sauna, sports and beauty facilities, an entertainment center with live music, and a conference center. Extensive medical facilities, therapies and treatments are also available. The marina and the historic pier of Pärnu are in the close vicinity of Spa Tervis.

SINGLE ROOM 90 EUR PER NIGHT

DOUBLE ROOM 99 EUR PER NIGHT

Price includes buffet breakfast, use of a SPA & SAUNA, free WiFi.

Website: www.spaestonia.ee/resort/en/

SINGLE SUPERIOR ROOM 48 EUR PER NIGHT

DOUBLE SUPERIOR ROOM 60 EUR PER NIGHT

Price includes: hairdryer, bathrobe, slip-pers, safe deposit box, Super-breakfast, fitness gym at 6:30-15:00, sauna and water centre at 6:30 -17:00. Superior rooms have a mini-bar that you are wel-come to use for an additional fee.

Website: www.spatervis.ee/hotelen

SPA TERVISE PARADIIS HOTEL

The 4-star Spa Tervise Paradiis Hotel is in Pärnu, just 244 m from the wide, sandy beach. It features spa facilities, water park complex and bright rooms with a balcony and free Wi-Fi.

All rooms at the Tervise Paradiis are classically furnished and decorated with sandy colors. Each comes with a minibar, small safe and modern bathroom with bathrobes and a hairdryer. Most offer the Pärnu Bay view.

A varied buffet breakfast can be enjoyed every morning at one of the hotel’s air conditioned restaurants. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the Romantic Bar or the Aqua Bar. Room service is available.

The hotel offers a wide selection of spa treatments, including massages. The on-site facilities also include a beauty parlor, a sports center and a bowling alley. Guests can rent Nordic walking sticks and bicycles. Spa Tervise Paradiis is 305 m from the Pärnu Kalevi Stadium. Free on-site parking is available

SINGLE SUPERIOR ROOM 90 EUR PER NIGHT

DOUBLE SUPERIOR ROOM 104 EUR PER NIGHT

Superior rooms are situated on the 7th and 8th floors and the price includes: air conditioning, bathrobe, slippers, bathroom supplies, hairdryer, safe deposit box, welcome water, possibility to make tea and coffee, accommodation with all the modern conveniences, breakfast in the buffet restaurant, entertaining pastime in thewater park, use of gym, swimming-pool and sauna at 6:30-15:00.

Website: www.terviseparadiis.ee/hotelen

FORM OF PLAY

The Championship shall be decided by stroke play (scratch) over three rounds of 18 holes each day, in accordance with the Rules of Golf as approved by R&A Rules Limited and in accordance with the Hard Card of Estonian Golf Association (ESTGA) and the Local Rules approved by the Committee.

Tees played

Men play from blue tees

Ladies play from green tees

DECISION OF TIES

In the event of a tie for first 3 places after three rounds of individual Competition, the winner, second and third place shall be decided by a sudden death play-off by stroke play holes will be decided by the commitee. The play-off shall start as soon as practicable after the last competitors have finished their final round. All the other places will be decided on the basis of scores recorded for the final 36, 18, 9, 6, 3 holes or last hole, in that order.

NUMBER OF COMPETITORS

120 competitors (90 men and 30 ladies) shall be eligible to compete. If the number of entries exceeds 120, places in the starting field will be decided by handicap ballot.

CUT

The 90 lowest scores (72 men and 18 ladies) after 36 holes including ties shall qualify for the final round. The remainder will be eliminated. The Committee is autho-rised to alter the cut in the event of a smaller entry.

CADDIES

The competitor is fully responsible for his/her caddie’s actions. Any breach of rules, competition conditions or etiquette by the caddie results in a penalty to the player. Caddie’s outfit must meet the requirements set for the clothes of the player; footwear must be sports shoes without spikes. Caddie must be registered at the starter and a marking given by the starter must be worn during the competition rounds.

TRANSPORTATION

Competitors shall walk at all times during a stipulated round unless permitted to ride by the Committee. The use of trolleys to carry the bag is permitted. The use of motorized trolleys is prohibited.

Penalty for Breach of Condition: two strokes for each hole at which any breach occurred; maximum penalty per round: four strokes. In the event of a breach between the play of two holes, the penalty applies to the next hole. Use of any unauthorised form of transporta- tion shall be discontinued immediately upon discovery that a breach has occurred. Otherwise, the competitor shall be disqualified.

PACE OF PLAY

In the absence of mitigating circumstances, a group is liable to be timed if it is in excess of the time allowed and, in the case of second or subsequent groups, out of position. From the commencement of timing, if any competitor exceeds 50 seconds on a first to play approach shot (including a Par 3 tee shot), chip or putt, or 40 seconds if it is a tee shot or second or third to play shot, he is deemed to have a “bad time”. The time allowed for the round is determined by the Committee and will be made available to the competitors. Out of position is defined as being more than the starting interval behind the group in front. A competitor whose group is timed will have a bad time carried forward in the round even if the group subsequently arrives back in position or within time.

Penalty for Breach of Condition:

One bad time: Verbal warning from a Rules Official

Two bad times: One stroke penalty

Three bad times: Two stroke penalty

Four bad times: Disqualification

Notes:

(1) Competitors do not have to be advised that they are being timed.

(2) Timings will be taken from the moment it is deemed by a Rules Official that it is the competitor’s turn to play.

(3) If it is clear from monitoring the group that the pace of play problem is created by one or two members of the group, it is permissible to time only the players causing the problem.

CONDITIONS OF COMPETITION

GOLF BALLS

All competitors in the Championship must play with a ball that is named on the current R&A List of Conform-ing Golf Balls (see www.randa.org).

Penalty for Breach of Condition: Disqualification.

DRIVING CLUBS

The driver the competitor carries must have a club head, identified by model and loft, which is named on the current List of Conforming Drivers issued by R&A Rules Limited (see www.randa.org).

Penalty for Breach of Condition: Disqualification.

SUSPENSION OF PLAY DUE TO A DANGEROUS SITUATION (NOTE TO RULE 6-8B)

The signal for the suspension of play due to a dangerous situation will be:

Discontinue Play Immediately: One prolonged note of siren.

Discontinue Play: Three consecutive notes of siren, repeated.

Resume Play: Two short notes of siren, repeated.

More specific evacuation arrangements will be provided by the Committee.

DRESS REGULATIONS

Entrants shall comply with the by-laws, rules and dress regulations of the host club. Penalty for Breach of Condition: no start or Disqualification

DISTANCE-MEASURING

In this competition a player may obtain distance infor-mation by use of a distance-measuring device. If, during a stipulated round, a player uses a distance-measuring device to gauge or measure other conditions that might affect his play (eg elevation changes, wind speed, etc), the player is in breach of Rule 14-3.

RETURN OF SCORECARDS

Competitors must return their scorecards, in accordance with Rule 6-6b, to an area designated by the Committee as the “Scoring Area” or “Recording Area”. Penalty for Breach of Condition: Disqualification.

RESULTS OF THE COMPETITION / COMPETITION CLOSED

When the final results are placed on the official notice board and/or results sheet, the results of the individual Championship shall be deemed to have been officially an-nounced. Any dispute must be referred to the Committee before the conclusion of play on the final day of relevant competition and not later than 15 minutes after play con-cludes on the preceding days.

COMPETITION CANCELLED OR ALTERED

The Committee reserves the right to cancel any round, to suspend the competition or to modify the form of play.

ENTRIES

ENTRY FORM

Entries, by using the attached entry form, must be sent by email to the following address: info@golf.ee or registration can be done in Golfbox.

Other forms of entry will not be accepted. The closing date for entries is Monday, 23rd at 18:00 o’clock. An entrant’s form will not have been officially received until his name has been posted at the official website of the tournament.

Notes: Late entries will not be accepted.

If the player does not enter through the national feder-ation, his/her current handicap must be certified by the secretary of the national golf authority or entrant’s home club and must have been valid on the date of entry.

Link to the official web site is:

www.estonianopen.ee/en/competition/registration-form/

HANDICAP LIMIT

Entries will be accepted from male amateur golfers whose exact handicap does not exceed 12 and female amateur golfers whose exact handicap does not exceed 16 strokes under the handicapping scheme adopted by the recog-nized authority controlling golf in the country from which they enter. The handicap must be certified by the secretary of the national golf authority or entrant’s home club and must have been valid on the date of entry.

BALLOT

In the event of applications exceeding the number of

places available in the Championship (120), the starting

field shall be decided by a handicap ballot while ex-

empting those competitors as detailed in Excemptions.

Unsuccessful entrants shall be informed without delay

and given the opportunity to compete if withdrawals

subsequently occur. Entrance fees will be refunded to

entrants balloted out who do not subsequently com-

pete.

PRIZES

THE INDIVIDUAL TITLE

The winner of the Championship shall be the Estonian

Amateur Champion Golfer for a period of one year. The

Championship Trophy shall be held by the hosting club

of the tournament, which will be responsible for the

cost of engraving, insuring and maintaining the trophy

and should return it, before the next Championship, to

an address named by the Estonian Golf Association’s

General Secretary.

The first 3 places will receive sponsor prizes and

memorabilia.

DECISION OF PLACING

The winner shall receive the championship prize and

the runner up a runner-up prize. In case of a tie for the

runner-up prize, the places will be decided on the basis

of scores recorded for the final 36, 18, 9, 6, 3 holes or

last hole, in that order.

REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

Competitors are requested to register at the clubhouse

immediately upon arrival, but no later than 12:00PM

on the day preceding the championship. A place to the

competition is guaranteed after participation fee has

been paid. A competitor’s failure to meet this deadline

or to prenotify the Committee of their pending arrival

time may result in the competitor losing their starting

field place to a reserve.

DISCLAIMER

All competitors agree that there are certain risks inher-

ent in the game of golf and accept personal and sole

liability for all such risks.

Competitors, who withdraw less than three days prior

to the start of the Championship, other than for sickness

or other special circumstances, may have their future

entries rejected.

REFUNDS FOLLOWING WITHDRAWAL

Entrance fees will only be refunded in the case of with-

drawal being advised before the closing time for entries,

except for those entrants who may be balloted out and

who do not subsequently compete or those withdraw-

ing for medical reasons.

COMMITTEE AUTHORIZATION OF ENTRIES

All entries shall be subject to the approval of the Com-

mittee who reserves the right to accept or refuse any

entry without giving reason for its decision, which shall

be final. Entries from non-European entrants will be at

the discretion of the Committee.

EXEMPTIONS

In the event of applications exceeding the number of

places available in the Championship (120), organizers

have the right to use up to 10 wild cards to decide the

participating players.

LAST NAME:

FIRST NAME:

HOME CLUB:

MALE: FEMALE:

FULL ADDRESS:

PHONE:

E-MALE:

DATE OF BIRTH:

NATIONALITY:

EXACT HANDICAP:

(handicaps better than scratch must be indicated as „plus“ or „+“)

ESTONIAN AMATEUR OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS

MEN & LADIES MAY 27TH TO 29TH, 2016 PÄRNU BAY GOLF LINKS

CLOSING DATE : MAY 23RD, 2016, AT 18:00 ESTONIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION EMAIL INFO@GOLF.EE

ENTRY FORM

EXEMPTIONS:

I have read the Rules of Amateur Status and conform with them in every respect,therefore I am eligi-ble to compete the Condition of the Championships.

DATE: SIGNATURE:

Entries must be certified by the Home Club Secretary, Handicapping Authority or Association/Union

DATE: SIGNATURE:

IMPORTANT: THE ENTRY FEE OF 100 EURO IS TO PAID UPON REGISTRATION AT THE GOLF CLUB.

THE GOLF COURSE

PÄRNU BAY GOLF LINKS

Klubi tee 1, Tahkuranna vald 86508 Pärnu Estonia

Tel: +372 443 3030

E-mail: info@parnubay.com

Website: www.parnubay.com

COMPETITION ORGANISER

ESTONIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION

Tondi 84 Tallinn 11316 Estonia

Tel: +372 50 41 792

Fax: +372 6 853 047

E-mail: info@golf.ee

Website: www.estonianopen.ee