Happy New Year, 2014!

 

 

As we ring in the New Year and start pondering on resolutions, I would like to thank all of our members and staff for a very successful 2013.  Despite a few bumps in the road, last year proved to be very productive.  As we trudged through the Concrete Cart Path Project and waded through the seemingly constant downpours of the summer, we persevered and improved the golf course.  The rigors of 2013 have paved the way for 2014 and my "quest for perfection".  The events of last year gave us a blueprint for corrective actions as we move forward.  This blueprint includes; adding drainage, increased fairway topdressing and incorporating soil amendments to the putting surfaces.  The end result will be a consistent playing surface throughout the entire golf course.

 

 

One more photo quiz.  This damaged area was found on the 13th green on January 2nd. In the photo, we can see a footprint at the bottom edge of the tinged turf.  There is a concentrated spill around the footprint and a light mist expanding outward.  I will give you a hint: this damage usually happens on the 18th green after a BIG tournament win or in our case on New Year's Eve.  Next year, let's keep the Champagne in the Clubhouse.



Champagne damage #13