R&M construction has been very busy over the past two weeks. They have installed the second temporary bridge crossing, which allows them to get over to 10 green side, where they have been removing brush and preparing the area for the new bank. This bridge gets removed in the event of high rainfall in the…

R&M construction has been very busy over the past two weeks. They have installed the second temporary bridge crossing, which allows them to get over to 10 green side, where they have been removing brush and preparing the area for the new bank. This bridge gets removed in the event of high rainfall in the…

The golf course has been closed for two weeks, but there has been a flurry of activity. Please read along below, and through the winter, for updates as to what is going on during the offseason. Riverbank Stabilization Throughout winter, I will be updating the membership on the project through my blog. The riverbank stabilization…

Fall and the early part of winter is a busy time of year for the turf department. We prepare the golf course for winter, and we are also busy with projects to improve the facility for the 2022 season and beyond. Tree Work We monitor the condition and health of the trees throughout the golf…

Contrary to the temperatures we are experiencing, fall has arrived, and with that, I’d like to highlight a few important notes and reminders in this week’s blog. Driving Range Tee Decks With days becoming shorter and fewer hours of sunlight to help turf growth and seed germination, the turf will be closed for the remainder…

Thank you again for your continued support, and welcome to fall! This first announcement comes spontaneously and as a promotion for tomorrow’s Tip and Tuck event. Chris isn’t the only one who can have revenge. Have you ever watched the YouTube show ‘First We Feast | Hot Ones?’ It is a hilarious show where celebrities…

With fairway aerification underway this week, we will turn our attention to greens next week. Greens aerification will be completed October 5 -7, weather conditions permitting, and six temporary greens will be in play each day to maintain 18 holes of play. Greens Aerification The process for aerification of the greens will remain the same…

Over the years, I have learned that using the word ‘vet’ around my dog Dutchie is a situation not be taken lightly. Although these visits are important for his long-term health and well being, it doesn’t make the trip any more comfortable for him in the short-term. I often find that discussions about aerification on…

September has arrived, and with it, the students have returned to school from the greens department. Although the leaves are beginning to turn on some of the trees around the property, there is still plenty of reason for optimism and excitement throughout the month regarding the course. Course Conditions With humid conditions having subsided for…

It is hard to believe that we are just over halfway through August and nearing the end of summer. However, there is still plenty to be optimistic about for the remainder of the season and favourable weather conditions that late August and September can bring. Green Speeds One of the biggest detriments to fast greens…