Thursday, August 27, 2015

KSGCC receives recognition from Chester County Conservation District

KSGCC was recognized by the CCCD for their sustained efforts to protect and enhance the Red Clay Watershed, which ultimately flows into the Delaware Bay.

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Refurbishing the bent grass nursery

The crew is reworking the putting green and fairway nursery. The old sod was removed. The surface will be leveled and seeded. We keep a nursery for any repairs that are necessary during the course of the year.

Monday, August 24, 2015

Seed emerging on 12 faiway

The grass seed has started to germinate on the 12th fairway. It is important to keep cart traffic off the new seedlings.

Deep - tine aerating greens this week

We are using a solid tine. After aerification the green is rolled and ready for play. This aerification helps to encourage new roots.

Thursday, August 20, 2015

12 fairway project

The new contours have been seeded. Please keep carts off these areas and play the area as ground under repair.

Sunday, August 16, 2015

Keeping cool

Bryan is cooling the green to prevent stress. This practice is essential for keeping greens alive in the heat.

Thursday, August 13, 2015

New stone at the tennis courts

New brown stone has been added to the front side of the tennis court perimeter. The rest of the perimeter will be completed as time and money allows.

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Greens mower testing

We will be conducting test on greens mowers this week form the three leading equipment manufacturers. The test will take place for the entire week and mowers will be evaluated for performance based on playability and health of the turf. This information will help us make informed decisions when it comes time to replace the current greens mowers.