Spectator Information: 2009 Bridgestone Invitational

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
• Monday, August 3: Course Closed
• Tuesday, August 4: Practice Round
• Wednesday, August 5: Practice Round
• Thursday, August 6: First Championship Round- First Tee Time 8:30 a.m.
• Friday, August 7: Second Championship Round- First Tee Time 8:30 a.m.
• Saturday, August 8: Third Championship Round- First Tee Time 8:00 a.m.
• Sunday, August 9: Final Championship Round- First Tee Time 8:00 a.m.

*All tee times are approximate and are subject to change.
• Visit our Tee Times page for the latest updates
• More schedule information, including TV times and SIRIUS-XM times

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
Observe the leader boards throughout the golf course for "Weather Warning" signs that will appear if the Championship becomes aware of inclement weather moving into the area. Should this warning appear, spectators are advised to take precautions and seek shelter PRIOR to play being suspended. If the siren sounds, put down your umbrella and seek shelter immediately.

AVOID THE FOLLOWING: bleachers, tall or isolated trees, high places, open fields, golf carts, bodies of water and metal or wire fences. Prior to arriving at the championship, please tune to local news stations and media outlets for updates or possible delays.

PARKING INFORMATION GENERAL PARKING:

All traffic should proceed eastbound on SR 224 to 1204 Massillon Road, Akron, OH 44306. Then proceed left on Massillon Road, following the signs to the public parking entrance at Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems & Lockheed Martin. Parking is free as are shuttles to the Welcome Pavilion at Firestone Country Club. HOSPITALITY PARKING: Follow signs off of major highways for designated lot number. SPECTATORS WITH DISABILITIES PARKING: Disabled Guest Parking will be available for guests displaying a state issued hang tag. The lot is located near Firestone Country Club at 2234 South Arlington Road, Akron OH 44319 (Follow posted signs for directions to the lot). Special access buses are available for transportation to and from the Main Championship Entrance.

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WILL CALL
Will Call will be located in the parking lot of the Firestone Metropolitan Park on Warner Road. Access is via S. Main Street or from Harrington Road.

Hours of operation:
• Monday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Tuesday-Saturday: 6:30 am -- 7:00 pm
• Sunday: 6:30 am - 2:00 pm

PROHIBITED ITEMS
In light of our country's heightened security measures and in an effort to create the best environment for the competition and our spectators, the following items will not be allowed onto the Championship grounds. Please avoid any inconvenience by leaving these items at home or in your vehicles. Please be prepared to submit yourself and personal items to inspection.

• Backpacks, purses or bags larger than 6"x 6"x 6" in dimension.
• Folding chairs are allowed, but please leave the bag at home. NO large folding chairs.
• Beepers/pagers are allowed but must be on vibrate mode.
• Cell phones are prohibited. We ask that you be aware of the courtesy of the game of golf. DO NOT bring cell phones. Public phones are available on the golf course to make personal calls.
• Cameras or video cameras are allowed during Tuesday and Wednesday Practice Rounds only.
• Coolers
• Periscopes
• Radios, signs or banners
• Step ladders of any kind
• Firearms and knives
• Food or beverages (including water bottles)
• Alcoholic beverages
• Backpacks
• Ladders
• Signs or banners

In no event shall the Championship be liable for items lost or stolen on the golf course for more than $50 per checked item.

HELPFUL TIPS
The following suggestions will help you have the most enjoyable experience possible:

• CELL PHONES ARE PROHIBITED.
• Please do not ask for autographs prior to or during competition rounds, Thursday through Sunday.
• Please stay behind the gallery ropes and cooperate with the marshals' directions.
• Please remain quiet and still throughout each shot until all players in the group have played.
• Please watch your step and walk carefully.
• Running is prohibited on the golf course.

YOUTH POLICY
Children 12 and under will be admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult (one child per adult). Ages 13-18 are $10 at the gate.