Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Winter Maintenance


    

Green covers are in place on select greens while other greens have been protected with a chemical shield and heavy sand topdressing.  Covered greens must be closely monitored during extreme temperature swings to prevent damage.


With the help of IDOT the "totem poles" behind the first green have been removed.  


Tree trimming and removal is ongoing throughout the winter as weather allows.  Frozen ground allows heavy equipment access to the entire golf course.  The majority of this work is performed using in house labor and equipment. 


Preparing equipment for the upcoming season is a top priority.  Equipment is steam cleaned before undergoing a complete check of all systems.


Our new equipment lift allows for safe access to the underside of equipment.


Cutting reels are removed, rebuilt if necessary and sharpened for the upcoming season.