Spring! It's here... I think

It's time again to bring everyone back up to speed on happenings around the course.  After all the long winter months of various work we begin again the maintenance of the course and grounds.  So many projects that it all blurs a little bit at this time of year.

Of course we are busy diligently working on the new renovation,  lots of planning to do and there will be updates along the way (aside from the greens chairmans) on things we are doing to make sure this process is a success.

Speaking of spring,  I had the chance to visit Augusta and the Masters again.  I try to make this trip every few years, just to see the spectacle of that special place.  Sometimes I can pick up a trick they are using and usually runs into some other superintendents there as we all take in a little of turf heaven.

The pure delight in being able to have access to this marvelous course always makes you appreciate the game and the effort to preserve history and tradition.  Something that ties into WGCC with it's own long story to tell.   Even though this course undergoes more changes that anyplace else on earth, it still retains it distinct feel and look.  As perfect as everything is, and certainly nothing seems out of place....  There are still problems if you look hard enough.

The spots you see here are Poa annua that has invaded the turf.   Notice they are where foot traffic is the greatest.  Even the most cared for course known to man is still susceptible to issues we all face.  In this case no one seems to notice, their eyes diverted to the rest of the grounds, but I assure you those on the staff are as aware as we are of it's presence and issues.  Luckily for them they are open only another month before they close down and work to eliminate their problems.