The most single asked question we get, is "what do you do all winter?".
The winter off-season includes snow removal, tree pruning and removal, equipment maintenance and repair, and construction or renovation of golf course features that can include tees, greens, bunkers and rough areas. It is also critical that the turf conditions are heavily monitored for health.
Planning and training is a big part of the off-season as well. Fertilizer and chemical applications plans are made, as are cultural practice plans for the next year. Our Team works very diligently to prepare for the unexpected weather Mother Nature can dish out. Team members renew memberships with industry partners and gain more training in areas like safe tree maintenance=.
Winter is also the time for continuing education. This off-season, some of our Team members will attend the Michigan Turfgrass Conference as well as the GCSAA (Golf Course Superintendents Association of America) Conference. These conferences provide educational updates to new turf products and procedures in managing cool-season grasses. These educational opportunities are key to our success in maintaining quality turf conditions.
South Property Update: Trees have continued to be planted on the left of 6. We will assess the need for additional tree plantings in the spring as well.
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| Four Norway Spruces have been planted on the left of 6 fairway. Four more are planned to be planted this winter. |
