Just to be clear, first, I play for fun, but do keep score to track my progress. I have had this happen recently, more than once, so I should get the "facts". I hit from the tee and the ball slices/hooks. I think that I can find it so do not hit a provisional. From what I have read, rules and previous threads, it seems I have one of three remedies when I find my ball deep, more than two club lengths, in the woods. First, is the two club lengths, which is a non-starter as I am in deep; second is the "between the spot and the hole" part, which again is undo-able due to the layout (I'd be in the next fairway); and finally the "hit again". I realize the rules are more for competative golf but there does not seem to be a practical solution "by the rules" for this. Returning to the tee would not impress either my foursome or those following. I guess that a provisional, in all cases where you do not see your ball land, would be the best approach.

Your thoughts Rules Guy?

Thanks, Kiwi