Although temperatures are feeling warmer outside, the sub-surface profile remains frozen. So far, I have only been able to stick a probe in the ground 3".
How does this affect the course opening?
As the upper layer of soil thaws out, the water is prohibited from moving downwards by the frost. The result is extremely soft unstable ground conditions.
Until the lower frost layer breaks up and soil conditions firm up, the greens will remain closed. The course will open today to walkers. I ask that you please remain off of the greens and hit to the red stakes in front of the greens. Traffic on the greens at this time will affect the long-term health and smoothness of the putting surfaces.
When are other courses opening?
The opening dates vary. The reason being, the soil conditions are extremely different from one property to another.
I will be monitoring conditions closely and will open the greens as soon as possible. My entire staff is looking forward to a great season!
Thanks, see you on the course~
How does this affect the course opening?
As the upper layer of soil thaws out, the water is prohibited from moving downwards by the frost. The result is extremely soft unstable ground conditions.
Until the lower frost layer breaks up and soil conditions firm up, the greens will remain closed. The course will open today to walkers. I ask that you please remain off of the greens and hit to the red stakes in front of the greens. Traffic on the greens at this time will affect the long-term health and smoothness of the putting surfaces.
When are other courses opening?
The opening dates vary. The reason being, the soil conditions are extremely different from one property to another.
I will be monitoring conditions closely and will open the greens as soon as possible. My entire staff is looking forward to a great season!
Thanks, see you on the course~