If you’ve been watching any of the US Open this week, you may have thanked your lucky stars that you were home watching rather than out playing in the rain.  Most of us have had to do it at one time or another and most of us know what it’s like to be unprepared.  You’ll definitely want to be prepared for rain  if you’re taking a golf vacation, and even if you’re just headed out for a round with your die-hard friends.  Here is what we have on our Golf Checklist for rainy days.

UMBRELLA – Check the hourly forecast before you haul your rain gear around.
RAIN SUIT & WATER PROOF HAT – A regular hat will do if it’s not a downpour, but you’ll definitely want something to keep the rain out of your eyes or off your glasses.
EXTRA TOWEL – At least one so you can keep your hands and grips dry.
RAIN GLOVES – If you’re so inclined…
CLUB COVER FOR RAIN – A plastic bag will do if you don’t have a fitted cover.
WINDSHIELD – If the course you are playing doesn’t have them and it’s a cold or rainy day, they are really nice to have.