Projects

Bridge ends:

The bridge ends on #8 and number nine have settled causing a harsh transition to the cart path. The steep interface on these holes allows rain water to rush down the path and undermine the soil underneath causing severe settling. We will be cutting out the ends and adding a layer concrete which should be immovable. Once cured we will top the concrete with 2-3" of blacktop. This will have to be done on a Tuesday when there is no play as the bridges will have to be closed. For now I have added some gravel to help alleviate the "bump"

Sodding:

I have plans to resurface 1 blue tee and 17 drop area due the large number of divots taken on these tees. Another issue on 1 is the contamination of poa annua that has crept into the voids. This plant is very difficult to eliminate with sprays and takes a considerable time to eradicate. The tee on 17 will be leveled as well due to years of topdressing that has caused a crown. I will post pics of the process and finished product.
The other area that will be addressed is the fescue bunker on the right hand side of 6 fwy. This bank has become very patchy and is in need of a revamp. These projects will completed this week.

Spring time!!

It looks like spring is finally here! After a freak snow storm last week the temps have normalized and the grass is definitely responding. This week we will be fertilizing the course with a healthy dose of nitrogen to take advantage of the warmer weather. This will help the plants to recover from all of the late fall and early season play. With a little shot of precipitation late week the results should be noticeable in a short time.