A fantastic fall for golf and greenkeeping

If you are a golfer in search of the often elusive (and competing) goals of firm, fast, and green playing conditions, then you have been in luck this fall.  While November temperatures have been below average, so too has the precipitation.  Prior to this weekend, we received only 0.55" of rain in November, leading to some slick surfaces.

As we mentioned last week, the cold temperatures have allowed us to focus on some projects.  This has included aerifying and topdressing the approaches.

Aerifying fairways this time of year isn't always a good idea.  Holes may not have a chance to fill in, and if conditions become wet with cart traffic, it can be muddy throughout the winter.  However, in the case of the approaches, there should be little to no traffic issues to worry about.

Check out the picture below.  After aerifying, removing the plugs, filling the holes with sand, and brooming, the finished product on #1 approach looks pretty good.

Stay tuned!  If this weather pattern persists, we will continue to take advantage of it--our work towards a great 2020 season is already well underway.