Raking Bunkers After a Shot

Do

• After playing from a bunker, rake all footprints and club marks smooth
• Start at the entry point and rake in the direction of the shot toward the edge
• Place the rake outside the bunker (parallel to the edge, handle toward the fairway) when done
• Leave the bunker looking like no one was there

Don't

• Don't leave footprints — someone else's ball will land in them
• Don't leave the rake in the bunker if course rules say outside (check with pro shop)

Beginner-safe script

“No script — just rake thoroughly every time.”

Why it matters

Footprints and unraked bunkers create unfair lies for subsequent players. Golden rule: leave it better than you found it.