Mid September

We’re half way through September, which is traditionally a great turf growing month.  The course is benefitting from the cooler temperatures, occasional rain, and overall less stressful conditions.

Because Mother Nature is doing her part, we’re able to wrap up a few projects that have been ongoing for some time, as well as start some much needed maintenance work.   The pictures below show before and after of the new walkway on the 5th tee/ 4th green.  Gone is the sandy washed out area that was unsightly and unsafe.

4 green/ 5 tee path (before)

4 green/ 5 tee path (after)

We’ve also begun to aerify fairways.  As time and weather permit, we will get a few done each week.  Here’s a few shots of that job in action.

#1 fairway after aerification

Cleaning up #1 fairway

A reminder:  Greens aerification will be occurring on September 22/ 23 (weather permitting).  This process should allow our greens to take full advantage of the great Autumn growing conditions; readying them for winter.

We hope everyone’s enjoying golf- and as always please contact me with any questions or concerns.

Take care, and see you on the course.

The Keepers

Early September Update

Fallen leaves- a sign of things to come…

A sign of the changing seasons perhaps

After a few rough weeks of very summer like weather, we’ve entered September on a cool trend.  The change is definitely welcome, especially considering the course is looking good going into autumn.

The golf course is looking and playing great- and although there’s still signs of a wet and tough spring/ summer I am pleased with how things look.

We’re heading into that time of year where aerifying, verticutting, topdressing, and other such maintenance practices happen more frequently.  Greens aerification is set for September 22 & 23, with fairways and tees being accomplished as we get time and cooperation from the weather.  Simply put, you’ll see us out there doing many intensive turf practices over the next serveral weeks.  All of it is geared towards getting the course as healthy and prepared for winter as possible.  We thank you for your patience, and hope that you continue to enjoy the golfing season.

Take care, and see you on the course.

The Keepers