Although smoking has been banned in an increasing number of places over the years, golf courses have largely avoided the restrictions. This became particularly evident in late 2016 when broader smoking regulations gave golf courses a chance. Specifically, as the VC Star reported at the time, the proposed ban on smoking at Ventura County's beaches, parks and campgrounds allowed for the hobby at "county-owned public golf courses". This and other similar decisions seemed to cement the perpetuation of smoking in California golf culture.