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winter projects, and use the opportunity to learn new skills and experiences. I was keen to improve the aesthetics and challenge of the 4th green, which was achieved by adding a new bunker and reshaping the green and contours around it. It also means that the members see the value and quality of the work being done by the greenkeeping staff, and this helps to improve the way the greenkeepers are perceived. It’s an important factor.
We have also invested in new Ransomes Jacobsen greens and fairway mowers to help improve the cut quality and general presentation out on the course. We bought two of the latest Jacobsen Eclipse 322 triple greensmowers and a Jacobsen R-311T batwing rotary mower for the fairways. The club have been using Ransomes Jacobsen equipment for many years and I’ve been impressed with these new models. It generally takes less than two hours to cut all the greens using the two Eclipse mowers which, in turn, has allowed us extra time to improve the aesthetics of the course.
I’m really looking forward to my first full season at the club and to gauge how both the grass and the members respond. To that end, I have introduced a regular newsletter to the members (see side bar) so that they are fully informed about the work being carried
out, and the reasons why we do what we do.”
Mark Smith is one of a number of young course managers making their ‘mark’ in the industry. Like his friend and colleague at nearby Robin Hood Golf Club, Andy Wood, he has taken a tired club and brought a fresh approach to its maintenance.
Talking to a few members during my visit, they where very complimentary about the work Mark and his staff have carried out since his arrival last November, particularly the new 4th green and the way the course is now being presented.
Footnote: since my visit, Mark has provided the following update: “Andy Cole’s visit went very well, and he was pleased with the course surfaces and presentation. He loved the 4th hole. Readings from moisture meter and clegg were very good for the time of year.” “The greens are recovering very well from the graden work in April, and have nearly healed up already with the high temps and rain.” “We have applied a good few topdressings since then - 70/30 fendress and 80/20 mix - to help recovery and level/firmness on greens.” “I’m already looking and planning my winter projects for 2011 to make my
‘mark’ at Olton Golf Club.”
CAMPEY TURF CARE SYSTEMS Marton,
Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 9HG
Tel: 01260 224568 Fax: 01260 224791
Email:
info@campeyturfcare.com www.campeyturfcare.com
TheSandcat moves lightly over the playing surface, and introduces sand to improve and enhance the properties of the rootzone, leaving a firm playable surface.
Completing the work on the 4th 35
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