Constellation Furyk & Friends: How to get there, how to watch
What: A PGA Tour Champions event, part of the season-long Charles Schwab Cup.
When: Oct. 7-9.
Where: Timuquana Country Club.
Purse: $2 million ($300,000 to the winner).
TV: Golf Channel (2-5 p.m. each day).
Defending champion: Phil Mickelson.
Tournament schedule
Oct. 7: First round, gates open 9 a.m. The honorary tee shot by Jack Nicklaus and 14-year-old Wolfson Children's Hospital patient Jack Jones; Celebrity Challenge for Charity will begin at approximately 2:30 p.m.
Oct. 8: Second round, gates open 9 a.m.
Oct. 9: Final round, gates open 9 a.m. Trophy presentation after play concludes.
Tickets
(Available by visiting furykandfriends.com)
General admission: Daily, $25; weekly pass, $60. Provides Access to tournament grounds, Circle K ParTee Porch and Publix Tailgate Village.
Youth policy: Youth 17 and under are admitted free to the tournament with a ticketed adult.
Club 58: All-Inclusive Hospitality Suite, located on 17th Green with views of hole Nos. 10, 11, 12, 13, 17 and 18; food and beverage service; premium viewing platform; premier restrooms; HDTVs. Tickets start at $350 per day.
Military: Tickets for tournament rounds provided by VyStar Credit Union free to Active Duty, Military Reserve, National Guard, Military Retirees, Veterans and Dependents with a valid ID. Please click below to claim your tickets. Provides access to VyStar Patriots Outpost and tournament grounds.
Parking
General parking: Free at Orange Park Mall, between JC Penney and Dick's Sporting Goods, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Sunday. Free shuttles will run every 15 minutes, with the last bus leaving the golf course 30 minutes after play ends each day.
Mamitas Water Taxi: Free river transportation from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Sunday, every 30 minutes. Park at gravel lot between Winston Family YMCA and Haskell Company, 111 Riverside Ave. Haskell Company garage is available on Saturday and Sunday. Final taxi will leave Bold City gate at the golf course 30 minutes after play ends.
Rideshare: A dedicated rideshare drop-off point located is located just west of the Timuquana Country Club clubhouse. Once dropped off, fans will be directed to the Duval Gate to enter the tournament.
Bicycle, golf cart: Free parking on site for those biking or taking golf carts to the course within the Ortega area. Follow signs to the designated parking area.
Wheelchair accessibility parking: Fans who need assistance can visit the Disabled Guest Pickup tent at the Bobby Jones Gate. For wheelchair-accessible parking, please reach out to us at information@furykandfriends.com.
When at the tournament ...
Fan code of conduct: Spectators are subject to expulsion and the loss of ticket privileges for the following breaches of etiquette -- making rude, vulgar or other inappropriate comments of gestures; verbally or physically harassing players, volunteers, officials or spectators; districting players or any disruption of play; unruly, disruptive, unsafe or illegal behavior; and failing to follow the instructions of tournament officials, volunteers or security personnel.
Camera/photography policy: Still or video cameras not allowed during the competitive rounds.
Mobile device policy: All devices (smartphones, pads, pagers) must be on silent at all times. Calls may be placed or answered only in designated “Cell Phone Zones.” Texting is allowed in all areas. Devices may be used to capture video, audio or photos in all areas, but flash is not allowed. Content may be used for personal purposes, such as posting on social media, but not for commercial use. No live streaming or real-time coverage is allowed.
Inclement weather policy: If inclement weather is in the vicinity, spectators will be advised on electronic scoreboards. Spectators are encouraged to return to their vehicles or ticketed hospitality venue when this warning is given. Please do not presume that play will be canceled if it rains. Re-entry to the tournament will be allowed following a suspension of play.
Bag policy: Purses and small bags must be 6 by 6 by 6 inches or smaller. Clear bags must be 12 by 6 by 12 inches or smaller. Bags for medical necessities and diaper bags will be allowed but subject to inspection.
Permitted items: Umbrellas (no sleeves), collapsible chairs (no cases), Binoculars (no cases), portable radios with headsets, mobile phones or PDAs (must be on silent), medically necessary materials, infant carrier, diaper bags and other baby supplies (infant must be with the carrier) , motorized transportation devices for handicapped persons, seat cushions without pockets (without cases), reusable plastic or metal cups/bottles that are empty upon entry and exit, and cannot hold more than 32-ounces
Prohibited items: Noise-producing devices, fireworks or laser pointers, coolers or outside beverages, folding chair bags, backpacks, camera cases, mesh bags, seat cushions, large tote bags, binocular cases, weapons of any kind, signs, posters or banners, pets (except service animals), computers or laptops, bicycles, skateboards, mopeds, tricycles, drones or other devices that can be operated in airspace, selfie sticks.
Contact Garry Smits at gsmits@gannett.com and follow him on Twitter @GSmitter
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