WATCH: 5 things to know about fall golf

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Autumn – or, in the UK, autumn – is a great time of year to play golf.

Golf courses look impressive, with a variety of colors, but they are not without their challenges.

It’s usually low sun and there are always lots of leaves – finding the balls can be difficult. And what do you do when your ball is covered in those leaves? Can you move them?!?!

Here’s a video from the USGA that answers that question and explains why a little patience this time of year can go a long way.

“Here are five things you should know if you’re putting together this Fall,” the narrator begins.

“The changing colors of the leaves create a beautiful landscape but did you know that tens of thousands of leaves can fall from one tree?!

“Maintenance staff work hard to keep the playground clear but you may have to brush debris off your putting line or have trouble getting your ball under the leaves.

“Fortunately, the modernized rules of golf now allow for the removal of loose obstacles wherever the game is played.

“Managements may raise mowing heights slightly in the fall to help the grass produce and retain energy over the winter.

“Just think of blades of grass as solar panels. Bigger solar panels mean more energy for the grass. This practice also helps maintain playability as winter approaches and turf growth slows.

“Fall’s cool temperatures also bring morning frost.

“Walking or driving on snow-covered grass can cause serious damage, which may affect the coming season.

“To protect this, the golf courses begin to delay the snow until it melts in the morning.

“As the grass grows slowly and cannot recover from the damage, there may be a few lines or road signs along the way.

“This is another way to ensure good playing conditions next spring.

“Golf courses in areas where the temperatures are cooler during the winter season often use some fall techniques to accommodate the winter game.

“Some courses were for playgrounds with grass that will continue to grow when it’s cool.

“Some institutions use turf colors to give a desirable look to their players. Using turf colors instead of overs reduces interference, saves resources and improves your round play and is therefore becoming a very popular practice.

“Sometimes the best way is to just accept what the grass naturally provides until spring.

“The best method depends on the amount of play and desired play and the quality of the course.

“So keep these tips in mind for your next round this Fall and remember the seasonal changes we experience on the golf course are part of what makes golf fun and challenging.”

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