The summer heat has kicked in with highs expected to reach the mid 90's over the next two days. The next chance, which is only a slim chance, is on Wednesday evening. Otherwise, the rest of the week looks like above normal temperatures and below normal rainfall. The course is holding its own as we run through this dry period. We are entering the time of year where we are constantly checking the greens, tees and fairways for heat and drought stress. It is not uncommon to check the turf, especially the greens, four to five times per day.
This week we plan to finish edging cart paths, start cleaning out along the creek by 15 pro tee and continue with general maintenance. On Monday, June 25th, we will be venting the greens with 1/4" solid tines. This process allows water and oxygen to move through the soil profile and help release any toxic gas build up. The venting causes minimal disruption to the putting surface.
Please continue to repair your ball marks and replace your divots.
The CRCC Turf Management blog is designed to communicate the goals and strategies of our management practices along with some general information to ensure that you have a great golfing experience.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Monday, June 11, 2012
Week of June 11th
We have continued to stay dry as the rain that was supposed to hit us today basically turned into a drizzle. The course is playing firm and fast, but along with that comes the look of drought conditions. The watering schedule is set up to keep the course playing firm and fast while keeping the grass alive. It will not provide you with the lush, green look.
This week is another busy one with a double shot-gun today and a twilight on Friday night. Our basic maintenance is pushed to Tuesday because of the outing. We will be spraying a fungicide on the course Tuesday and Wednesday. We will also start to edge cart paths this week.
Many people have been asking about the speed of the greens. Speed is measured by a stimp meter, which is a tool that looks like a meter stick and is used to roll the ball down and measure out the feet that the ball rolls. The greens over the past month have been rolling consistently 10'6"-11'2". Our goal is 10'-10'6". The key is that they stay consistent from day to day, which we have been able to accomplish. The summer heat and humidity will slow the greens more toward our goal speed of 10'-10'6".
It looks like a great week with temperature's in the upper 70's to lower 80's and dry. Please continue to fix your ball marks and replace your divot.
This week is another busy one with a double shot-gun today and a twilight on Friday night. Our basic maintenance is pushed to Tuesday because of the outing. We will be spraying a fungicide on the course Tuesday and Wednesday. We will also start to edge cart paths this week.
Many people have been asking about the speed of the greens. Speed is measured by a stimp meter, which is a tool that looks like a meter stick and is used to roll the ball down and measure out the feet that the ball rolls. The greens over the past month have been rolling consistently 10'6"-11'2". Our goal is 10'-10'6". The key is that they stay consistent from day to day, which we have been able to accomplish. The summer heat and humidity will slow the greens more toward our goal speed of 10'-10'6".
It looks like a great week with temperature's in the upper 70's to lower 80's and dry. Please continue to fix your ball marks and replace your divot.
Monday, June 4, 2012
June 4th Update
This week is very busy with golf outings. Today we have the ESPN V-Foundation golf event which is a double shot-gun. Wednesday we have a men's stag at 1:00. Saturday we have the Donald Ross member/member tournament. The weather looks great for the week with Friday being the only day with a chance of storms.
This week we are going to solid tine some of the tees that are getting localized dry spot. The solid tining will relieve the compaction and allow water to move through the soil profile. Other plans for the week include sodding the right side of #2 green, cleaning the debris out of the ponds, trimming around the ponds, sodding along edges of cart paths and catching up with the daily maintenance.
The week looks great so get out and enjoy the course.
This week we are going to solid tine some of the tees that are getting localized dry spot. The solid tining will relieve the compaction and allow water to move through the soil profile. Other plans for the week include sodding the right side of #2 green, cleaning the debris out of the ponds, trimming around the ponds, sodding along edges of cart paths and catching up with the daily maintenance.
The week looks great so get out and enjoy the course.
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