July Update

As depressing as the weather has been, I promise not to dwell on the negatives.  But just to recap the beginning of this remarkable summer.  Our little corner of the world received 29.2 inches of rain in June and 11..5 inches through the first 18 days of July.  Those numbers are good for an ANNUAL rainfall total not for 6 weeks.  As we work through our summer projects, a few extra drainage lines may be added to the list.  

Today began our second of three closures this summer.  The July closure tends to be the most aggressive and the most disruptive.  The schedule for the next 11 days includes multiple aerifications, verti-cuttings and topdressing on all of our short grass areas.  The Rough will also be aerified and the height of cut will be lowered to allow for a more upright growth pattern.  

The Practice Area Project began today with work on the Driving Range Tee.  We will be leveling the tee and extending it forward.  During this time drainage will be installed and new Mats will be put in place.  Once the project is complete the tee will be sprigged and the new grass portion will require 6 to 8 weeks to mature.  

The Cart path project is also ongoing. During this closure, we are attempting to complete the concrete portion of this project.  As we extend a few of these exit and entry points we can minimize some traffic wear areas projected by eliminating cart paths.  I have included a few photos below of Day 1.  What you wont find are photos of the sodded cart paths.  For our seasonal members that will not return until the Fall.  The sight lines have changed so dramatically on some of the holes that I felt it would be unfair to have them not experience the full effect of seeing it in person for the first time.

Now I have really peaked your interest. You may just fly down for a round?  I will keep you posted on all other happenings. 

Day 1 DR Tee Reno

#18 form boards for concrete

PG - 1st of 2 aerifications

#18 Fairway Aerified