Summer is here!

The golf season is in full swing and summer is here, now that the fourth of July has passed.  One criticism that I often heard from members upon my arrival here at Shadow Hills, was the summer playing conditions.  Many members expressed that the fairways were over watered and very soft.

I believe that the golf course should play fast and firm in the summer time.  To achieve those playing conditions, there will be areas that are dry and brown.  Our antiquated irrigation system does not afford us the capability to have efficient coverage and consistency.  In other words, if everything was perfectly green, conditions would be soft and we would have numerous wet spots.  At least half of the year Mother Nature keeps the golf course too wet and green for us, forcing winter rules.

We are currently replacing nozzles in fairway sprinkler heads to improve coverage and working to eliminate problem areas where the turf is drier then desired.  Hand watering will also be implemented where necessary. 

Enjoy the bounce and roll out there!