The greens will be vented using a bayonet tine(1/4" X 1" X 6") which leaves a small slit on the surface. This process will help reduce compaction and more importantly help with gas exchange. The slit is wide enough to allow beneficial oxygen to enter the root-zone.
Later in December we will deep-tine the greens using a 1/4" by 10" tine which open channels to eliminate any standing water heading into winter.
The tees will be core aerified in November with 3/4" tines to remove as much thatch as possible heading into winter. We will top-dress heavily to fill the holes as well as cover the plant for winter protection.
The fairways will be punched using 3/4" solid tines in November as well as a two direction slice in December. This will aid in water removal as well as compaction.
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