This week started with very heavy rain which was not
welcomed with open arms down at the sheds. The only positive being that this
would ensure the grass was well watered before the forecast warm weather the
following week.
On the Tuesday, Heather and I had the task of raking the
bunkers on both courses. Due to the rain the previous day a lot of the sand had
been washed elsewhere in the bunker and so we had to rake some of it back to
fill in the gaps that had appeared. (see
pictures below)
On Thursday I helped to repair part of the fairway on one of
the holes on the Hilton where drainage pipes had been repaired. The process of
this is similar to repairing damaged ground. Turf shaped grass is taken out and
sand put in to give a solid foundation for the new turf to be laid. The turf is
put into place and made to fit tight with the surrounding grass. (see picture below) I can
officially report that every golfers best friend is back…. The midge!
The last task of the day was to take sand up to the new path
on the 10th hole on the Allander and put it down beside the path in
preparation for grass to be laid. (see picture below)
Often on a Friday is when the bins are emptied on the
courses in preparation for a busy weekend (who is it that drinks the cans of Tennents!?, promise it’s not me). This was my job to do for both courses as well
as raking the bunkers.
Weather update…… abundant sunshine next week J
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