Course Maintenance

Our 2025 annual course maintenance plans, month by month are listed here. The on course work is subject to weather conditions.

January
January is focused on maintaining the course through the winter season.

• Aeration to improve drainage on wet areas.
• Routine inspections and servicing of equipment.
• Tree pruning to manage overhanging branches and improve light penetration.
• Monitoring and treating disease outbreaks like Fusarium patch.
• Preparing bunkers for storms by checking drainage and topping up sand where necessary.

February
February is a continuation of winter maintenance while preparing for spring.

• Verti-draining fairways and greens to improve aeration and drainage.
• Mowing as needed to maintain tidy playing surfaces, though growth is minimal.
• Fertilizing with slow-release products to strengthen turf ahead of spring growth.
• Clearing debris from storms and maintaining pathways.
• Early-season bunker edging and sand distribution.

March
March marks the start of spring growth and increased preparation for the playing season.

• Scarifying greens to remove thatch and encourage healthy turf growth.
• Applying pre-emergent weed control to fairways and roughs.
• Increasing mowing frequency as growth resumes.
• Begin overseeding thin areas on greens, tees, and fairways.
• Checking irrigation systems to ensure they’re ready for use.

April
April focuses on refining playing surfaces as the season begins in earnest.

• Topdressing greens to improve smoothness and root growth.
• Fertilizing with nitrogen-rich products to promote spring growth.
• Verti-cutting greens to improve ball roll and reduce thatch.
• Repairing divots and turf damage from winter play.
• Continued weed control on fairways and roughs.

May
May is a key month for maintaining peak playing conditions.

• Regular mowing of greens, tees, and fairways to maintain quality surfaces.
• Monitoring and applying fungicides to control diseases as temperatures rise.
• Irrigation begins regularly, with adjustments based on rainfall.
• Applying wetting agents to improve water distribution in the soil.
• Planting or repairing flowerbeds around the clubhouse for visual appeal.

June
June brings high traffic and warmer weather challenges.

• Diligent mowing schedules, including rolling greens for smoothness.
• Aerating compacted areas on greens and fairways to maintain turf health.
• Applying summer fertilizers to sustain strong growth.
• Water management becomes critical; spot watering is often necessary.
• Continued pest monitoring and treatment to prevent damage.

July
July is typically the peak of the playing season.

• Increasing frequency of greens rolling to enhance playability.
• Adjusting irrigation schedules to conserve water during dry periods.
• Monitoring for heat and drought stress on greens and fairways.
• Applying growth regulators to control excessive turf growth.
• Keeping bunkers raked and in pristine condition.

August
August requires a focus on turf recovery and managing wear.

• Core aeration to relieve compaction from summer play.
• Overseeding worn areas on tees, greens, and fairways.
• Applying wetting agents to combat dry patches.
• Routine pest and disease monitoring, especially during humid conditions.
• Preparing for autumn renovation by ordering materials like topdressing sand.

September
September is renovation month for long-term turf health.

• Hollow tining greens and fairways to improve root development.
• Heavy topdressing following aeration to restore surfaces.
• Fertilizing with balanced autumn feeds to strengthen turf ahead of winter.
• Mowing heights may be slightly raised to reduce turf stress.
• Repairing high-traffic areas like walkways.

October
October focuses on winter preparation and late-season play.

• Verti-draining greens and fairways to enhance drainage.
• Removing leaves and debris from playing areas.
• Applying fungicides to prevent winter diseases.
• Winterizing irrigation systems to protect against freezing.
• Overseeding bare areas to ensure germination before temperatures drop.

November
November transitions into the quieter winter maintenance period.

• Final mowings of the season to maintain tidy surfaces.
• Applying sand topdressing to greens to protect them during winter.
• Pruning trees and shrubs to improve light and air movement.
• Checking drainage systems to ensure they can handle increased rainfall.
• Reviewing and planning next year’s maintenance schedules.

December
December focuses on protecting the course through winter weather.

• Aerating and spiking compacted areas to reduce water pooling.
• Continuing to clear fallen leaves and debris.
• Monitoring for disease and applying treatments as needed.
• Servicing machinery to prepare for the next season.
• Adding protective measures like temporary greens or tees where necessary.