This week we have started the final drainage project of this spring. We would like to do more however the weather and time is against us. The areas we have done so far are recovering well and hopefully we will be able to roll the turf in the next couple of weeks. They are certainly being tested, since two weeks ago everyday has brought rain. This is really testing the course, a lot of areas are getting severely chewed up. The worst they have been all winter in all honesty. The problem is at this time of year is golf increases due to day length and a little sunshine brings them to the course. This takes its toll on the wet areas. Usually the recovery through growth out ways damage, however spring I feel is a season of hope and expectation which for us to delivery is in the hands of the weather. All green keepers are in the same position and all our efforts continue are put into making the course the best it can be.
The area at the rear of the 19th green was always a wet area so the drainage we have installed should help dry it up, now the new 20th tee is in play it is vital it is not a problem as it is a main route to the new tee.
Please could I ask all golfers to stay away from hooped and roped areas as these are restricted to prevent further damage of the turf.
