Trees to be removed this winter

There are a few trees on the golf course that are in a severe state of decline. As the above photos show, the trees are extremely weak and are a safety concern for anyone near these trees as they continue to drop limbs.  The first two photos are from the maple tree at the right and beginning of the 9th fairway.  This tree has been in a state of decline for over 6 years. The tree is a safety issue as well as a maintenance problem as it continuously drops dead limbs to the ground.  The second photo shows what happens as the dead debris falls from the tree and creates a mess below the tree.  The final photo is from another dying maple at the beginning, right of 10 fairway.  This tree does not impact playability and is more of an eye sore than anything.  It is easy to see all the dead limbs still in theses trees which represent the safety concerns with these trees.

#18 Project Update

As the above photos show, the new bunker on 18 is shaped out and and ready for the winter.  We are at a point now where we are ready to fine grade and sod as soon as we can in the spring.  If we were to sod now, the sod would not make it through the winter.  In the spring we will compact the bottom of the bunker and prepare to add the sand.  I believe this bunker along with the new hole orientation and changes to the landing area, will greatly improve the playability of this hole for all skill levels.