The last few days have felt like March which worked out for us as the snow has melted and we were able to cover the 5th and 8th greens today for the winter.
I also attended the NJ Turf Expo this month which provided a great group of speakers from Rutgers and the USGA as well as Matt Shaffer the director of grounds for Merion. It was a real treat listening to all the issues the rain caused at this years open and the challenges he faces on a daily basis maintains the course so firm and fast.
I would like to wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. Thank you for the generous holiday fund gifts for the grounds department they were very much appreciated. Please follow the blog this winter for construction and tree maintenance program updates.