CLUB HOUSE GROUND IMPROVEMENT

We installed a rock buffer against the path in front of the clubhouse. This is a challenging area where cart traffic is very congested and carts are forced to drive on the turf. The area looked terrible so we dug it out 3" deep and installed river rock with to clean the area up and provide a surface that should withstand the cart traffic.

13 TEE IMPROVEMENT

We are trying to eliminate erosion on 13 tee complex. We installed a fence to stop traffic entering the tees from the steep slope above the tee. During heavy rains the soil would wash down the traffic paths and deposit soil on the tee surface. We have relocated the ball washer to the new walk up approach to the tee. This should be a permanent solution to the ugly mess we had there before. The approach has been sodden and the area looks sharp. Our staff did an excellent job with this much needed improvement. Thank you for understanding the importance of proper traffic control to promote healthy turf grass.

AERATING TEES

We aerated tees this week. Aeration serves a few purposes.

One- Aeration relieves compaction. The process of removing soil with aerating tines leaves a void in the groud. This void allows the soil surrounding it to relax and spread out. This is important for healthy roots to grow in the loose soil.

Two- Thatch management. Removing a plug, pulverize it, and depositing it on top of the turf results in less thatch accumulation. This allows for fertilizer, water, and air to filter into the ground easier helping the plant grow.

We are evaluating a plan to top dress tees with sand in 2016. This is a costly commitment, but it will improve the tee surface. Core aeration and sand topdressing will create a firm tee surface due to the incorporation of sand resulting in a sand cap on the tees as the sand builds up over time.

LANDSCAPE BED REMOVAL 1 GREEN

We removed the dead and unsightly plant material right of one green. We graded and seeded the area. We will maintain it as rough once it is established. It will improve the playability and look of the hole.

IRRIGATION REPAIR

We repaired the leak on 14 tees. It was a 2" lateral leak that required a new 90 degree elbow and a thrust block. The are will dry out now. Thanks for your patience as we diagnose irrigation leaks. We try to find them and repair them as quickly as possible.