Green-Reading Material Resources

  • Green-Reading Material Infographic

    This graphic shows how and when a yardage or green book may be used. (This graphic has been updated for the 2023 Rules.)

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Answers in simple language to the most common questions related to green-reading materials.

  • Text of Clarification 4.3a/1

    Click here to read the text of Clarification 4.3a/1 relating to the use of green-reading materials.

  • Green-Reading Template

    Purchase a clear plastic template that can be laid over a page to check the size and scale of a putting green map.

  • Additional Information on MLR G-11

    This page provides a video, an additional guidance document, and the text of optional Model Local Rule G-11.

  • Additional Information on MLR G-12

    This page provides a video, an infographic, an additional guidance document, and the text of optional Model Local Rule G-12.