Happy New Year! The winter weather has certainly arrived with sub zero temperatures and snowfall accumulating...We were very fortunate this fall with a balmy forecast, work continued right up to the Christmas break is steady fashion.
Our most recent phase of drainage work was completed in due time. Dry and warm conditions made for clean and quick work. Areas of focus this fall were the rough, fairway and green on the 14th, some smaller rough areas on 11, 17 and the upper landing area of the 3rd fairway. Our tree management plan is in full swing with the removals of some dead Ash trees. An important part of our tree plan is to re-plant a more desirable species in these key areas. The trees have been tagged for delivery as soon as possible in the spring.
Our winter greens preparation plan was completed in due time as well. We have performed all of our fall cultural practices and winter prep tasks to give our greens the optimal chance of winter survival. In addition to our annual practices we lowered an number of collars and removed sod strips to allow water runoff in the event of a thaw and refreeze event. Each year we address as many issues as possible, but in the end Mother Nature decides how we will come through in the end!
Inside work has also commenced with IPM submissions, course accessory refurbishment and shop maintenance (painting, cleaning) and of course our ever important equipment service. Here's to a great winter....
Our most recent phase of drainage work was completed in due time. Dry and warm conditions made for clean and quick work. Areas of focus this fall were the rough, fairway and green on the 14th, some smaller rough areas on 11, 17 and the upper landing area of the 3rd fairway. Our tree management plan is in full swing with the removals of some dead Ash trees. An important part of our tree plan is to re-plant a more desirable species in these key areas. The trees have been tagged for delivery as soon as possible in the spring.
Our winter greens preparation plan was completed in due time as well. We have performed all of our fall cultural practices and winter prep tasks to give our greens the optimal chance of winter survival. In addition to our annual practices we lowered an number of collars and removed sod strips to allow water runoff in the event of a thaw and refreeze event. Each year we address as many issues as possible, but in the end Mother Nature decides how we will come through in the end!
Inside work has also commenced with IPM submissions, course accessory refurbishment and shop maintenance (painting, cleaning) and of course our ever important equipment service. Here's to a great winter....
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