Watching the 2010 PGA Championship at Whistling Straits under the shade of an umbrella. Credit: Journal Sentinel files

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Golf fans have a chance to be a part of the team of 3,000 volunteers that ensures the 2015 PGA Championship runs smoothly.

Volunteers get a uniform, preferred parking, meal and water vouchers, the official PGA Championship program and a personalized credential that provides access to the grounds all seven days of the championship at Whistling Straits.

There's one catch: It will cost you $204.75 (tax included).

You do get some cool stuff, not the least of which is access to the Straits all week. But it's not exactly a freebie.

Applications for volunteer positions for the 2015 PGA Championship are now being accepted at www.PGAChampionship.com. The tournament makes its third visit to Whistling Straits Aug. 10-16.

Volunteer assignments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Positions vary from working on the course as a marshal to working in the climate-controlled merchandise area. Adult volunteers (22 and older) are asked to work three to four 4-hour shifts.

Individuals who volunteer for the PGA Championship and complete all assigned shifts will earn the opportunity to register as a volunteer for the 2020 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits prior to registration being opened to the general public.

Junior volunteer registration (ages 16-21 as of Aug. 10, 2015) will begin July 7, 2014, at www.PGAChampionship.com on a first-come, first-served basis. Junior volunteers do not pay a fee and are given a uniform consisting of a golf shirt and headwear, a parking pass and meal and water vouchers for the shifts worked. Junior volunteers also will be given a credential good for all seven days of the championship.