GENERAL INFORMATION

American Express

• Visit the U.S. Open Experience presented by American Express located across from the Main Merchandise Pavilion. Get an insider's view of the USGA and its role as a governing body of the game.
• Visit the American Express^® Cardmember Club between the seventh and eighth holes where Cardmembers can enjoy concessions, live championship action and various interactive features.
• Cardmembers who use their American Express Card can receive a complimentary gift on qualifying purchases* made inside the Main Merchandise Pavilion.

* Terms, conditions and restrictions apply. Offer valid while supplies last. Minimum purchase required to qualify.

ATMs

ATMs will be located next to the Main Merchandise Pavilion, Trophy Club and Main Admission Gate.

Autographs

Spectators should keep in mind that the players' first responsibility during U.S. Open week is to compete for the National Championship. For this reason, a "no autograph" policy is in effect throughout Championship week. Spectators should not approach a player for an autograph from the time immediately preceding the player's starting time up to and including the player's completion of his round, including the time when the player is at the Practice Areas or en route to his first tee. This policy applies to Practice Rounds as well as Championship Rounds.

Camera Policy

Cameras and camcorders are only allowed on site at the course during Practice Rounds, Monday through Wednesday, for personal photographic use only and without their cases.

Corporate Hospitality

USGA Corporate Hospitality facilities are located on site. Only the specific ticket for each corporate hospitality facility provides access into that facility. Children will also need the specific corporate hospitality ticket to gain access into corporate hospitality facilities since regular Junior tickets do not provide access. For information about Corporate Hospitality for any future U.S. Opens, please contact MSG Promotions, Inc. at (610) 814-6101.

Disabled Spectators

The USGA is pleased to provide the following services to our spectators with disabilities:

• Accessible parking spaces will be available at all Championship parking areas.
• Wheelchair accessible vehicles will be available to transport spectators with disabilities to and from the course.

• Our Disabled Services Committee will be on site to transport spectators to and from admission gates and designated viewing areas around the course.
• Motorized scooters will be available for spectators with disabilities, on a first-come, first-served basis, compliments of the USGA and Pride Mobility.
• TTY's/TDD's will be located in the Disabled Services Tent at the Main Admission and the USGA/Media Admission Gates.
• Accessible restroom facilities will be available at port-a-let locations throughout the course.

First-Aid Stations

First-Aid Stations will be located at the Main Admission Gate and the Practice Range. A handful of satellite first-aid stations will be located around the course. All first-aid stations will be staffed with emergency medical technicians. If a medical emergency arises, please notify a U.S. Open volunteer or USGA official.

Food and Beverage Service

There will be approximately 20 concession stand locations on the course that will have food and beverages for purchase.

Grandstands

Grandstands will be located at strategic viewing areas. There is no reserved grandstand seating; seating is provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Junior Tickets

Juniors 12 and younger will be admitted free of charge, on any day, when accompanied by a valid adult ticket holder. These tickets will be available at the Will Call facilities and all Admission Gates.

Juniors 13 to 17 will be admitted at a reduced rate when accompanied by a valid adult ticket holder. These tickets can be purchased by credit card at the Will Call facilities and all Admission Gates. Practice Rounds $15; Championship Rounds $30.

Lexus

Visit the Lexus Performance Drive Tent, across from the Main Merchandise Pavilion, and get your complimentary photograph with the U.S. Open trophy. Return to the tent often, as Lexus will continue to present exciting activities throughout the week while showcasing the latest in its luxury vehicle line.

Lost And Found

Any lost and found items will be taken to the Lost and Found Headquarters located in the security trailer next to the Will Call facility at the Main Admission Gate.

Lost Persons

Any lost person, including children, will be taken to the Missing Persons Trailer located next to the Will Call facility at the Main Admission Gate.

 

Members Program

Find out more about the benefits of USGA Membership and how your support will help fund various USGA programs committed to enhance your enjoyment of the game. Membership information is located inside the

U.S. Open Experience tent next to the Main Merchandise Pavilion.

Merchandise Pavilion

The Main Merchandise Pavilion covering more than 39,000 square feet will be located adjacent to the first hole. A variety of merchandise bearing the U.S. Open logo will be offered. Some of the merchandise available for purchase includes caps, shirts, T-shirts, sweaters, jackets, lanyards, artwork, lapel pins, golf balls, ball mark repair tools, ball markers, towels and much, much more.

Acceptable forms of payment are: U.S. dollars, travelers checks, American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa and debit cards. Personal checks are not accepted. Satellite Merchandise Tents will be located at the Main Admission Gate and the food court between Holes 9, 15 and 17.

Hours of Operation

Pre -Championship:

Main Merchandise Pavilion June 5 - 8 (Thursday through Sunday) 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Pre-Championship, the Main Merchandise Pavilion is open to the public. No credentials will be required toenter the Main Merchandise Pavilion during these days, however, the course and other facilities will beclosed to the public. Please follow posted signs for parking.

 

During Championship Week:

Main Merchandise Pavilion and Satellite Merchandise Tents

June 9 – 15 (Monday through Sunday) 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Since the Main Merchandise Pavilion and Satellite Merchandise Tents are located on the Championship grounds, you must have a U.S. Open ticket or credential to gain entry to the Main Merchandise Pavilion andSatellite Merchandise Tents during Championship week.

Program Vouchers

A voucher for an official 2008 U.S. Open Program may be redeemed at any information booth or in the Main Merchandise Pavilion.

Restroom Facilities

Portable restroom facilities including facilities for spectators with disabilities will be located throughout the course.

Security

We appreciate your patience and cooperation with all of the U.S. Open's security procedures.

Spectators, volunteers and staff will not be allowed on the shuttle buses or through an Admission Gate with any of the items listed below. Please be sure to read the following list of prohibited items carefully:

 

No Cell Phones - including any cell phones with photographic capabilities

No PDAs and/or other Portable E-mail Devices No Noise Producing Electronic Devices

No Cameras and/or Camcorders (other than Monday through Wednesday for personal photographic use only and without their cases)

No Bags larger than 8"W x 8"H x 8"D in their natural state No Cases and/or Covers

(such as chair or umbrella covers)

No Signs, Posters and/or Banners

No Televisions and/or Radios

No Food and/or Beverage

No Containers and/or Coolers

No Pets (other than service animals)

No Lawn and/or Folding Armchairs

No Bicycles

No Ladders

No Metal-spiked Golf Shoes

No Weapons (regardless of permit, including but not limited to firearms or knives)

No other items deemed unlawful or dangerous by the USGA and/or Championship Security Personnel, in their sole discretion.

Spectator Guidelines

If you observe the following guidelines, your experience at the U.S. Open will be a more

enjoyable one:

• Your U.S. Open ticket must be displayed at all times.
• Check daily pairings and tee times available online at www.usopen.com.
• Please stay behind gallery ropes and cooperate with the marshals at all times.
• Please be considerate of others and kneel or sit if you are in the front row of the gallery.
• Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
• To ensure your safety at all times, walk carefully and never run.
• The U.S. Open involves substantial walking on grassy hills, dirt paths and other uneven surfaces. Please wear appropriate footwear such as sneakers.

Ticket/Credential License Agreement

For terms and conditions relating to the use of U.S. Open tickets/credential, please see the Ticket/Credential License Agreement contained in this Spectator Information Guide.