GOLF COURSE UPDATE 4/17/24

 

WOW!!! As always Masters Weekend doesn't disappoint and usually finds us eagerly anticipating the upcoming golf season. 

As the Green Department gears up for another fantastic year, I wanted to welcome you back or welcome you to our great Club.

As many of you have seen we have a golf course that is waking up from it's winter slumber nicely and we are primed to have great conditions earlier than usual. One upside to the rain we have had all spring so far is that we were forced to modify our aerification schedule to the extent that all surfaces will only be minimally disturbed this spring, please check the below schedule. Another upside is that with all the rain, a few warm days, and my agronomic program the property is ready ahead of schedule. I anticipate greens smoothing out, gaining speed, and performing at a high level well before the normal timeframe and I know everyone is excited to experience Pine Hollow at it's best.

In the coming days, if you haven't noticed already, we have been and will be making a number of improvements around the golf course. We have installed drainage in multiple areas to get carts out earlier after rain events, releveled a number of forward tees, and will be continuing the bunker project on holes 1,5,9,12,13,17 to complete all our greenside bunkers. These improvements along with the clubhouse enhancements are all exciting and much anticipated by long time members and will be great for those of you who are just being welcomed into our family. As always, we remain committed to providing top-notch service and maintaining the highest standards of course conditions. Our team is working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every aspect of you membership exceeds your expectations too.

Lastly, I encourage each of you to take full advantage of your membership benefits. Whether its browsing our high-end golf shop, accessing our great teaching staff thru our practice facilities, or enjoying the best food and beverage on the North Shore we feel like our team and amenities separate us from everyone else. I'm proud to wear our logo and know that everyday this team is dedicated to make sure that you are too.

Thank you for for being a valued member of this family and all you support you shown my team as your Superintendent the past ten seasons. Here's to a fantastic year and many more to come filled with memorable rounds and lasting friendships out on the course.

Yours For Better Turf,

Brent Peveich

GCS

• MOWING HEIGHTS - GREENS are mowed daily at .115" and 2x rolled Wednesday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday. TEES/COLLARS/APPROACHES Mowed at .325" 3x time per week. FWYS Mowed at .375" 3x time per week. ROUGHS will be mowed as growth and demand is necessary in the coming weeks.
  
• TOPDRESSING - Our topdressing program will return to the aggressive approach I have had in years past. This may seem like a nuisance at times but the short and long term benefits from this process will impact ball roll, green speed, firmness, and plant health.
• BUNKERS - Bunkers will be raked fully multiple times per week as play dictates and touched up after light usage. Please remember our hazards also need your help throughout the year, if you are in a bunker please think of your fellow members and rake yourself out if no caddie is present.
• CLUBHOUSE ENHANCEMENTS - All pavers and walkway around the Front Circle Entrance is complete. This work matches the walks from the tennis and new patio added around the back of the clubhouse. We will also be finishing bathrooms at the pool and halfway house with a much anticipated renovation to improve our member experience. We have also continued the Front Circle Pond with the additions of two new Otterbine Fountains. These additions should help promote a healthier pond free of algae and aesthetically pleasing.
• GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION - Our work to finish all green side bunkers has been significantly delayed due the the rain all spring. We are now expecting the start date to be Monday April 22. Some greens will be out of play while work is being completed so please be patient as we make these necessary improvements.
• AERATION - Our entire Aeration schedule this spring has changed due to the relentless storms and cleaned efforts. We will only solid tine surfaces this spring which will have minimal impact to you golf game. Please reference the below schedule for future dates.
• CHEF'S GARDEN - FARM TO TABLE AT PHC . In the coming weeks a collaboration will begin with the Green and Culinary Depts. to enhance and expand our garden here at the club. We will be adding a significant amount of square footage for more options and more vegetables to be used and incorporated by Chef Rezart and his team. KEEP POSTED!!!
  
  
• IRRIGATION CHARGING - Our irrigation system is charged and all major repair work has been completed. All bathrooms are officially open as of Wednesday 4/16. Please keep posted as bathrooms at the halfway house may be closed in the coming weeks for renovation.
• TENNIS COURT UPDATE - All windscreens are hung and courts are currently being improved by detailing subsurface and installing new center strap anchors. Resurfacing courts for opening April 26th.
• PICKLEBALL / PADEL UPDATE - All Pickleball and Padel Courts are set to open April 26th. 

PINE HOLLOW CLUB 2024 AERATION SCHEDULE

GREENS:

• **March 3/25/24– 3/8” Hollow Tine Aeration w/ no sand (5%) NO GO
• *Monthly (May to July) – ¼” Solid Venting Tine (no removal)
• ***August 8/12/24 or 8/19/24– 3/8 ” Hollow Tine Aeration and Light Sand Topdressing (5%)
• ***October 10/28/24 – ½” Hollow Tine Aeration w/ Heavy Topdressing (8%)
•   ***December – 5/8” Solid Deep Tine Aeration w/ Heavy Topdressing

*    Minimal disruption to putting surface (healing time a few days)

**  Medium disruption to putting surface (healing time 7-10 days)

***Most disruption to putting surface (healing time 10-14 days)

Emphasis put on removing 20% of surface area per year

TEES:

• March 3/26/24 - 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing NO GO
• August 8/13/24- 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing
• October - 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing

      FAIRWAYS:

• March 3/27/24 – 5/8” Hollow Tine Aeration (COURSE CLOSED) NO GO
• April 4/15/24 – ¾” Solid Deep-Tine Aeration (no cleaning necessary)
• August -  ¾” Solid Deep-Tine Aeration (no cleaning necessary) w/ Verticut
• October – Graden Dethatching of Fwys/Approaches or ¾ Solid Deep-Tine
• November - ¾” Solid Deep-Tine Aeration

      ROUGHS: All Roughs and Lawns will be aerated starting in November.

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GOLF COURSE UPDATE 3/5/24

 

• CLEANUP PROCESS- Our process for cleanup and opening will begin Monday March 11th in the following order:
  

1.  All short cut surfaces will be dragged and blow into roughs where they will be swept and picked up. 
2. Roughs will be blown to tree lines where our men will blow, rake, and pickup piles.
3. Bunkers will be blown out, picked up debris, initially raked out, sand added where necessary.
4. First rolling/mowing of season once debris is clear.
5. Projected Opening Greens Friday 3/15/24, Carts Friday 3/22/24, and Practice Chipping Areas 3/29/24. These dates may be impacted by weather and progress with our cleanup process.

• MOWING HEIGHTS - Starting April 1st greens will be mowed at .125" 1x time per week and rolled Wednesday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday as frost and play dictates. TEES/COLLARS/APPROACHES Mowed at .325" 1x time per week. FWYS Mowed at .375" 1x time per week.
• BUNKERS - Once our initial raking is finished up our bunkers will be raked full once a week and touched up as frost and play dictates. Please remember our hazards also need your help throughout the year, if you are in a bunker please think of your fellow members and rake yourself out if no caddie is present.
• CLUBHOUSE CONSTRUCTION - In the coming weeks we will begin removing and replacing the pavers and walkway around the Front Circle entrance. This work will match the walks from the tennis and new patio added around the back of the clubhouse. We will also be finishing bathrooms at the pool and halfway house with a much anticipated renovation to improve our member experience.
• GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION - Our work to finish all green side bunkers is scheduled to begin in March of 2024. We will also start drainage work in select areas to combat the changing weather patterns.
• AERATION - All surfaces will be aerated this spring once we have the golf course and clubhouse grounds cleaned up and ready to welcome back golf for the 2024 season.
• IRRIGATION CHARGING - Our irrigation system will be charged once temperatures are consistently above freezing and all bathrooms will be open at that time. Please keep posted and we will communicate the opening once weather cooperates.
• TENNIS COURT UPDATE - Courts are currently all closed with all accessories stored for winter.
• PICKLEBALL / PADEL UPDATE - All Pickleball and Padel Courts are also closed for the season. 

PINE HOLLOW CLUB 2024 AERATION SCHEDULE

GREENS:

• **March 3/25/24– 3/8” Hollow Tine Aeration w/ no sand (5%)
• *Monthly (May to July) – ¼” Solid Venting Tine (no removal)
• ***August 8/12/24 or 8/19/24– 3/8 ” Hollow Tine Aeration and Light Sand Topdressing (5%)
• ***October 10/28/24 – ½” Hollow Tine Aeration w/ Heavy Topdressing (8%)
•   ***December – 5/8” Solid Deep Tine Aeration w/ Heavy Topdressing

*    Minimal disruption to putting surface (healing time a few days)

**  Medium disruption to putting surface (healing time 7-10 days)

***Most disruption to putting surface (healing time 10-14 days)

Emphasis put on removing 20% of surface area per year

TEES:

• March 3/26/24 - 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing
• August 8/13/24- 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing
• October - 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing

      FAIRWAYS: 

•         March 3/18/24 – ¾” Solid Deep-Tine Aeration (no cleaning necessary)
•      March 3/27/24 – 5/8” Hollow Tine Aeration (COURSE WILL BE CLOSED)
•     August -  ¾” Solid Deep-Tine Aeration (no cleaning necessary) w/ Verticut
•     October – Graden Dethatching of Fwys/Approaches or ¾ Solid Deep-Tine
•     November - ¾” Solid Deep-Tine Aeration

      ROUGHS: All Roughs and Lawns will be aerated starting in November.

A Heartfelt Thank You as We Wrap Up Another Remarkable Season

As we bid farewell to another spectacular season at Pine Hollow, I find myself reflecting on the incredible memories and experiences we've shared throughout the past months. It has been a privilege and an honor to manage this property the past 10 years, and I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Our club is more than just a gathering place; it's a community of people who share a passion for sport, fine dining, and a warm family atmosphere. This season has been nothing short of extraordinary, I personally thank each and every one of you who contributed to its success. Whether you participated in our engaging events, supported fellow members, or simply enjoyed the amenities, your presence has made a lasting impact on us and the club.

I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to the Green Department, whose hard work and commitment have played a pivotal role in creating great golf conditions and beautiful landscapes. Their efforts behind the scenes have ensured that our club remains a place of excellence and a top destination for all to come and feel welcome. I'd also like to thank my fellow teammates, due to their contributions, drive, and passion this season has been filled with growth, achievements, and cherished moments that will help propel us to an exciting 2024.

WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST

As we prepare to transition into the off-season, I encourage you to stay connected with our club community. We have exciting plans in the works for the coming months, including our continuing bunker project, pool house renovations, front circle beautification, tree maintenance, and much more. Your input and feedback are invaluable, and I look forward to working together again next year to continue improving our product and property while also enhancing our reputation.

In closing, I am so thankful for your continued support, enthusiasm, and camaraderie with our Department and Team. It is the membership that make our club truly special, and I am eager to see what the future holds for us. From all of us at the club we wish you a joyful holiday season, filled with cherished moments and anticipation for the seasons to come.

Thank you, Pine Hollow, for welcoming me to this family 10 years ago, making this year so memorable, and the opportunity to continue to do what I love!!!

Yours For Better Turf,

Brent

GOLF COURSE UPDATE 11/11/23

• MOWING HEIGHTS - Greens will be mowed at .125" 1x time per week and rolled Wednesday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday as frost and play dictates. TEES/COLLARS/APPROACHES Mowed at .325" 1x time per week. FWYS Mowed at .375" 1x time per week.
• IRRIGATION WINTERIZATION - All Golf Course, Clubhouse, and bathrooms will be winterized on 11/15/23. This process should take one day and is performed to protect the lifeline for our turf. All bathrooms on #4 and the Halfway House will officially be closed as of 11/15/23 for the season.
• TOPDRESSING - Heavier sand applications will be made to manage growth in the coming weeks and will cap greens insulating them from harsh winter conditions.
• BUNKERS - Our bunker will be raked full once a week an touched up as frost and play dictates. Please remember our hazards also need your help throughout the year, if you are in a bunker please think of your fellow members and rake yourself out if no caddie is present.
• SILVERY THREAD MOSS - You may have noticed quarter sized black spots on some greens, this is due to the chemical applications necessary for our eradication program. Over the years we have had great success cutting back populations and just recently got aggressive with the program again. This process will be slow and has shown significant improvements on most greens with populations decreasing thru by 80% since I took over thru plugging and chemical applications. We are on our way to 100% eradication of this unsightly nuisance.
• CLUBHOUSE CONSTRUCTION - In the coming weeks we will begin removing and replacing the pavers and walkway around the Front Circle entrance. This work will match the walks from the tennis and new patio added around the back of the clubhouse. We will also begin gutting the bathrooms at the pool house with a much anticipated renovation to improve our member experience.
• GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION - Our work to finish all green side bunkers is scheduled to begin in March of 2024. You will also notice we have started releveling a few tees lifting sod and regrading. I have a number of these we will be addressing in the coming weeks. We will also start drainage work in select areas to combat the changing weather patterns.
• AERATION - Our major aeration work is complete and healing up perfectly. Before winter weather sets in we will solid tine greens again with 5/8ths solid tines, deep tine fairways again, and aerate all roughs.
  
• TENNIS COURT UPDATE - Courts are currently all closed with all accessories stored for winter.
• PICKLEBALL / PADEL UPDATE - All Pickleball and Padel Courts are also closed for the season.

PINE HOLLOW CLUB FALL AERATION SCHEDULE

GREENS:

• ***October 10/24/23 – 5/8” Solid Tine Aeration w/ Heavy Topdressing
•   ***December – 5/8” Solid Deep Tine Aeration w/ Heavy Topdressing

*    Minimal disruption to putting surface (healing time a few days)

**  Medium disruption to putting surface (healing time 7-10 days)

***Most disruption to putting surface (healing time 10-14 days)

Emphasis put on removing 20% of surface area per year

TEES/FAIRWAYS:

•       October 10/23/23 - 5/8” Hollow Tine Tee Aeration with Sand Topdressing Deeptine and aggressive vertical mowing on Fairways

ROUGHS:

•      Beginning November aerate all roughs for healthy turf green to tee

THE GOLF COURSE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY 10/23 thru THURSDAY 10/26

GOLF COURSE UPDATE 8/23/24

WOW!!!!! That went fast! Amazing that the summer season seems like it started yesterday and here we are after Club Championship preparing for camp season to end, final summer vacations, and Labor Day festivities fast approaching. I always take time to reflect on our year since I am now finished with aeration week and summer renovation work starting to erase the summer stress. I always look at this as a new year while we will prepare for fall golf and continue to build healthy surfaces for 2024 and regrow areas affected by the year's abuse. With this year's reflection being how proud of what we accomplished this year with project work and how our course handled the challenges of the summer grind. I'd also like to thank my staff and Assistant Will Travers for all the hard work and our property and culture would not be the same without the help of a great team across the Club where we are again demonstrate that Pine Hollow is an exceptional experience. In the coming days and weeks we will continue the great golf experience you have always enjoyed while healing up from the necessary evil that is GOLF COURSE AERATION. This is never an exciting time here but we ask for your patience while we make the property better thru healthy and progressive aerification. The renovation work performed over these couple weeks will pay huge dividends with better turf quality going into the fall for awesome conditions over the next few months while also giving us a great foundation for 2024. If you have any questions in regard to the process and healing time please refer back to the aeration post. 

Please also review the golf course etiquette post about divot repair, ball marks, etc. and please be mindful with golf cart traffic while our tender turf continues to heal from aeration and shallow rooting from the excessive rains we have had since mid July.

Thanks again as always for your support and your help making Pine Hollow a special place for all of us!

Aeration promotes air exchange, nutrients, and water availability

• MOWING HEIGHTS - Greens will be mowed at .110" 7 times per week and rolled Wednesday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday. TEES/COLLARS/APPROACHES Mowed at .325" 3 times per week. FWYS Mowed at .375" 3 times per week. ROUGH will be cut weekly at 2.25".
• AERATION/RENOVATION- Aeration wrapping up. Please review the previous post for specific details.
• TOPDRESSING - Sand will be applied bi-weekly to dilute the seasons growth, smooth the surface, and create a more consistent growing medium for our putting greens
• BUNKERS - As a reminder most bunkers have been rebuilt due to this process we are able to spend less time and money repairing after storms and this also helps get you on the course quicker. Also I want to remind you that these new bunkers will take time to settle. Soft sand will get dirty with some contamination and will settle in nicely after a few seasons. I'd also like to remind you that our hazards need your help throughout the year, if you are in a bunker please think of your fellow members and rake yourself out if no caddie is present.

  

  Dots help staff recapture collar consistency

• SILVERY THREAD MOSS - You may have noticed quarter sized black spots on some greens, this is due to the chemical applications necessary for our eradication program. Over the years we have had great success cutting back populations and just recently got aggressive with the program again. This process will be slow and has shown significant improvements on most greens with populations decreasing by 90% since I took over thru plugging and chemical applications. This process has again worked great this year and we are on our way to 100% control.
• DETAIL WORK - You will see in the coming weeks we will begin painting and dotting the course. These lines and dots are to indicate where mowing lines should be adjusting the seasons mistakes or recapturing straighter more defined lines. Please excuse our painting as we begin the process of detailing the golf course. 
  
  
  

  

  Re-squaring our tees with sod or scalping

GOLF COURSE AERATION SCHEDULE AND COURSE CLOSURE

COURSE WILL BE CLOSED 8/15/23 and 8/16/23

• TEE AERATION - MONDAY 8/7/23 *5/8" on 2" SPACING HOLLOW CORE NO SAND* This process will take one day with good weather and should be healed within 10 to 14 days.
• FAIRWAYS - MONDAY 8/7/23 *1" SOLID DEEP TINE w/ NO CORE This deep and aggressive practice will take 7 to 10 days and will be ongoing until completion. There will be no major disruption to play and should roll out with 7 to 10 days.
• GREENS - TUESDAY 8/15/23 *1/4" HOLLOW TINE CORE w/ LIGHT SAND TOPDRESSING* This process will take one day to core and clean. You can expect softer and slower conditions while we heal and should be unnoticeable within 7 to 10 days.
• APPROACHES & COLLECTIONS WEDNESDAY 8/16/23 *1/2" on 2" SPACING HOLLOW CORE NO SAND* This process should take one day to core and clean. We are expecting to be healed within 10 to 14 days.