Phase 2 Renovations

Phase 2 improvements are nearly complete.  The following pictures illustrate some of the work that has been accomplished.

The tree to the left of #4 was taken out for improved air movement and sunlight.  Earthwork to the right and rear of the green has created a better growing environment and a much better chipping area.  A circulation fan will be added this summer.










Hole #5 has changed dramatically.  The pin oak left of the fairway was removed and a fairway bunker was added in its place.  The left greenside bunker was removed and replaced with an expanded chipping area.  The hill to the left of the green was softened as well.  In addition,  declining white pines were removed between holes 5 and 6.  Several deciduous trees will be added soon.

View of #5 green bank.

New fairway bunker #5.

#5 green new & improved extended collar.



Back of #6 blue tee looking toward #6 green.

The sixth tee has been completely renovated.  The new tee has been shifted slightly to the right and sits about two feet higher than the old tee.  Improved drainage allows storm water to drain between the tees rather than across the tee surface. Yardages range from 125 yards at the green tee to approximately 225 yards from the tips.

View of #6 red & green tee.

 

New fairway bunker #8.

On hole 8 the right fairway bunkers were removed and a new bunker was constructed in their place to better turn the hole. Six trees were removed on the left side and extensive drainage was installed as well as some soft mounding.

New fairway bunkers #15.

Hole #15 features two new fairway bunkers in the tee shot landing area. Several trees along the lake were removed to open the view of the water.  A third bunker guarding the approach to the green was also added.

Approach bunker #15.

 

Mulch area behind #17 green.

Mulch areas have been incorporated around the golf course where turf maintenance was not a necessity. 

New mulch area right of #12 fairway.

 

#18 green showing new sod surround & new extended collar.

All green surrounds have been re-sodded for improved playing conditions. A few collars have been extended for new and improved catch basins.

Solid Tine Aerifying



With the nice weather last week, the turf care staff got a jump start on spring aerification. As you can see to the right, Francisco deep-tined greens using 1/2" solid tines at a depth of 9".

Deep tine is designed to relieve compaction, while fracturing the soil profile. This process breaks through the hard pan and allows oxygen to get down into the root zone area. It also allows water to penetrate and drain through the soil profile, thus eliminating standing water due to poor drainage. This process will promote deep, healthy, and vigorous roots.


Solid-tine has a minimal impact on playing conditions. After the greens are deep-tined, they will be rolled in several directions for a smooth, non-disrupted playing surface.

After aerification



Green after being rolled

During the same time last week, we also aerifyed fairways and approaches. This process takes a bit longer then aerifying greens due to the increased acres of bent-grass fairways.

Luis aerifyed fairways using 5/8" solid tines at a depth of 4".

Welcome!

Hello all--

We are excited to introduce the Springfield Golf & Country Club Turf Care Center blog. Our team will continually update this blog to better inform members and employees of course conditions and to explain in greater detail the purpose of many of our practices.

Bear with us as we make minor changes to the appearance of the blog. We will do our best to update this on a weekly basis during the season. You can expect to find pictures of golf course projects and anything else that is relevant to the course and our valued members.

With warmer weather and golf season right around the corner, we are looking forward to another great year at Springfield Golf & Country Club. We hope to see you very soon!

Snowstorm Saturn

View from #1 tee.

Great sunrise this morning over looking the remnants of Saturn.