The first step in preparing for spring 2013 is surviving a Chicago winter...
Irrigation Winterization - A large air compressor is connected to the irrigation pump house located behind the 13th green. Compressed air is forced through all irrigation piping to remove water out which could potentially freeze and damage piping and other irrigation components.
Irrigation Winterization - Compressed air mixed and remaining water is blown through each of our 1200 sprinkler heads and fittings. The entire blowout process is completed in 2 days.
A final application of plant protectants is applied to greens, tees and fairways to protect against snow mold. An anti-desicant is also added to protect the plant from winter weather extremes.
A heavy sand topdressing acts as a blanket from winter weather.
Green covers are utilized on select greens to promote further growth, and add another layer of protection in certain microclimates.
