1.
Winter
Programme/Works:
Despite
extremely trying weather conditions, works on the agreed programme has
continued where possible. In addition to previously reported works, members
will have noted the following:
·
Thinning out of trees between several of our
fairways, e.g. 6th/7th & 14th/17th.
This allows necessary aeriation & light it some of our wettest
fairways/tees.
·
Fine hollow tining & top dressing of greens.
·
Soft/wet thatched turf has been removed from LHS
of 10th & 13th fairways awaiting the application of the new root zone &
returfing.
·
Works on the 18th exit pathway has been
completed.
·
Topping up bunker sand & tidying bunker
faces continues.
·
In the few weeks we will see the installation of
the two new Eco Bunkers. Replacing the one at back of the 5th (from
the new tee), allowing us to also re-shape it accordingly. The 2nd
one will replace the bunker at the 16th. These bunkers have huge
advantages, not least a 20-year guarantee & require very little
maintenance.
·
During closures, staff are working hard on
general maintenance of the course furniture, tee markers/plates as well as
updating necessary H & S records. This week has also seen the Greens Staff
assist with the locker room clearance.
2.
Course
Closures/Conditions:
·
Disappointingly we are experiencing a lengthy
period of inclement weather which has seen many course closures over the last 2
months & is extremely trying for all concerned. This is obviously outwith
our control, but we want to reassure all members we endeavour to have the
course open with full greens in play where at all possible & without the
potential for a detrimental effect to the ongoing quality of our course or
where there may be a safety risk.
·
We rely on the expertise & experience of our
Greens Staff (in conjunction with our Professional) to make decisions on the
course status throughout the day Monday to Friday & up until 10.00am at the
weekends. After
10.00am at the weekend & where there has been a significant change in
conditions, the Professional and if appropriate any Greens Committee member
who is present at the club may review the course/greens status.
3. Contact the Greens
Team:
·
Members wishing to discuss any course related
issues are encouraged to do so via the Greens@cathkinbraesgolfclub.co.uk
