Much Closer

The past few days have been great drying and some greens have started to grow. As of right now we have mowed #1,2,3,5 & 18 for the first time. There are still some problem areas on the course. The largest problem area being #15 Green and #16 tee. There isn't enough sunlight and air movement to melt the snow and ice. There is still a deep frost in the ground in these areas. Another problem is the cart path on #14 by the wetland is flooded. This area is very difficult to get around.

If you do play some holes please stay off #15 green until the frost is out of the ground and to get by the flood on #14 you must cross on the bridge.

Course Conditions

The majority of the course is snow free and the ground firmed up on St. Patty's Day. Overall the course weathered the winter with minimal damage. As far as opening the course the "rule of thumb" is pins will be placed,when we mow greens. This means the grass is actively growing and able to take the wear of normal play.
Some greens may have temporaries because they haven't broken dormancy as quickly or are still covered with snow(#15 green pictured above). Greens have been cleaned of debris and we are waiting for them to show signs of growth. They usually start growing when soil temperatures reach 38-42 degrees.
Carts will not be permitted until the ground is firm and once again the grass has started actively growing. Once again the rule of thumb is when we mow fairways for the first time.