Bunkers are areas filled with sand, typically located around the greens and around the fairways. Bunkers are considered hazards and have specific rules. Executing a greenside bunker shot differs significantly from a fairway bunker shot; one involves an explosion technique, while the other requires a clean pick. Sand varies in type, as do the severity of slopes and lips around bunkers. It is always important to rake the bunker after use to maintain it for other golfers.
