Time for a Snowman!

The added moisture we have been getting lately with the snow is something that is definitely needed.  The snowman is an added bonus.

Tree Removals

Yesterday we were able to remove 12 trees and get them chipped up.  With 10 remaining trees to remove, we will be putting a good push at completing the work today before the snow tomorrow covers the course.

Oak Tree at #13 Tee.





Oak Tree at #13 Tee.

Ash Tree removal at maintenance shop.

Tree clean up with chipper and log removal.

Tree clean up with chipper.

Removal of 3 Willow Trees along #11/Range area.

Well Pump Repair. Stage 1-Removal!

In June of 2012 our well pump, which supplies our water for the irrigation system; was performing at only 40% capacity.  With the uncertainty of the well pump meeting the necessary water requirements for the remainder of the 2012 season, the repair process was put into motion.  The necessary components to repair the well pump were ordered and on hand in the event a complete failure occurred with the hopes of limping the system through the season.  Fortunately, the well pump survived the 2012 golf season and the course didn't suffer any set backs due to the unavailability of water.  As the 2013 golf season approaches, the work is being performed now which will ensure a proper operating well pump moving forward.

Well Pump being prepared for removal and repair.

The service company preparing the crane for the removal of the column pipe.

Section by section of column pipe are removed.

Service crew removing the column pipe.

Notice the corrosion on the pipe.

Each section of column pipe will be inspected with the hopes of reusing.  Based on the initial visual inspection, the likelihood of reusing some of the existing column pipe doesn't look promising.

Stayed tuned over the next week for further updates on the well pump repair.

Emerald Ash Borer adds to the Winter Tree Work

The winter season is when we do the bulk of our tree work as it allows for us to be efficient with our time and not take away maintaining the golf course.  In November & December, we were able to remove over 40 trees that were either dead or damaged leaving us with around 25 trees that would require the services of a professional tree company.  Of the over 60 trees we are removing, 85% of them are ash trees that have been infected by the Emerald Ash Borer.


Infected ash tree.  The areas that are white in color are a sign of infection.

 

Notice the hole.  This is the entry point for the borer.

 The Emerald Ash Borer will infect the plant which will inhibit the trans location of water & nutrients from the roots to the rest of the tree.  Once infected the tree will die from the top of the tree down over a period of a few years.


3 Ash Trees have been removed by the cart staging area.



This area will be re landscaped in the spring.

In play areas on the course where trees have been removed, we will be planting new trees to help the areas transition into the future. 

Covering of Snow. Finally!!

The snow serves as a blanket for the turf and helps in protecting it from the cold winds of the winter.

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