We spent last Friday removing additional trees and brush left of Lakes 8 green to increase the amount of sunlight on the left side of the putting surface and rough around the bunkers. We removed several trees left of the green three years ago for the same reason, but realized we needed to continue our work to improve turf density and quality. We'll keep a watchful eye on this area throughout the upcoming season to see if any more vegetation needs to come out in the future.
Tree work has been on hold this week due to the soft conditions created by the recent snow and rain, but the staff has been able to continue edging bunkers. Greenside bunkers on Lakes and Orchard are finished and we're halfway thru Grove. The bunkers drain fairly well so we're fortunate to work in them when the rest of the property is soaking wet.
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| This large Oak tree was too close to Lakes 8 green and was removed to improve turf quality on the green and around the bunkers. The tree kept these areas shaded most of the day during late summer and fall, but wasn't strategic to the hole. |
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| More trees & brush needed to be removed left of Lakes 8 green for agronomic reasons. |
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| The growing environment and playability of this hole is much improved over the past two years since clearing the vegetation in front of and left of the green. |
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