Ever heard of Rabies in Foxes? The Humboldt Bay area had several Fox on Human attacks this year. I'll try to find a link...
These guys turn tail at the sound of a booming voice (which I have!).
Maybe a month ago or so, my wife and I are approaching (almost on) the green after a long par 5. We saw 2 foxes that were over by the cart path (we were walking) frolicking, having a good time. We knew we'd run into them eventually, as our paths were on intersect.
Upon reaching the green, one of the foxes bounded over a small hill that buttresses the green (you have to see this green; that's why I use this word!), and was immediately met with a loud “Don't even think of it!”
He immediately turned a ran. His “playmate” stood there watching me for a moment like I was crazy, then ran, too, after I started approaching with an iron in hand.
I've had these guys walk within 2 feet of me without incident, but it's not something I would want to do on a daily basis, if you will.
All wild critters that are predatory are dangerous, no two ways about it, but if you're ever in a situation where you encounter them, the first rule is, you cannot show fear.
And for God's sake, have a weapon at hand.
If these critters were even thought to be rabid, they'd be trapped and destroyed, as the course is on a condo development that serves well-to-do clientele. And if they didn't do that, I'd carry.
Or give up golf.
(Ha! Fat chance!)
CA....