One more project checked off the list...

While the spring-like temperatures were welcomed this past week, we have had more than enough rainfall lately.  As we near the end of February, we have received over 6" of rain--more than twice the historical average.  Because of the super-soggy conditions, once again, we had to quickly switch our focus, based on the current weather.

So, what could we do that was productive without causing too much damage to the course?  Well, this proved to be a great time to install the new net at the back of the driving range.  In the past we had basically thrown up some plastic snow/barrier fence to prevent balls from bouncing into the pond behind the range.  This time around we decided to invest a bit more resources in order to have something which will do a better job now, and into the future.

Holes were augered, poles were set in place, and concrete was poured.  A day later the cable was strung, and lastly the net was attached.  In looking at the photo below, you might think this was a simple process, but in order to do the job efficiently, it took a good combination of planning and execution.

The new fence is slightly taller than the old one, but when viewed straight on, it is actually less visible.  When standing on the practice tee, it's difficult to see at all.

 It has really been a crazy winter in terms of the weather, and while the rain has not been much fun, we keep saying, it could have been five feet of snow this month...