HIGH GROVE Gil Hanse's New Project

We should all be proud of our property and golf course for so many reasons. One of the biggest is that Gil Hanse early in his career carved out these beautiful hazards we have perfectly placed around our golf course. Please take some time to click the link and read about his newest project that we had the pleasure of touring a few weeks ago.

https://golfclubatlas.com/early-thoughts/early-thoughts-from-a-too-early-visit-to-high-grove-club/ 

GOLF COURSE UPDATE 2/5/25

WINTER WORK EQUIPMENT

• Most carts, rollers, aerators, and tractors are now serviced. New batteries for electric carts are being ordered for install once the weather warms. New lights being installed on carts, rollers, and fairway mowers.
• White Pickup Truck in shop due to blown transmission.
• Takeuchi has been flushed, drained, new valves/seals, etc. Starts and runs as of now but needs $5,000 new DPF Exhaust filter. On order from Japan. TBD on delivery and repair by outside mechanic.
• Fairway Mowers rebuild of roller bearing kits and grinding service to begin 2/10/25 as they are now 8 yrs old with over 3,000 hrs. and need a major overhauling.
• All cutting units have been cleaned, sharpened, greased on site as of 12/31 except our fairway cutting units which will be completed in the coming weeks. Once the 70+ cutting units are complete we then service machines and make any necessary repairs. 

WINTER WORK PROPERTY

• Backside of brick wall along front circle, island between pond and parking lot, property line along parking lot, #3 left property line cleared, chipped, and trash cleaned up of saplings, branches, under growth.
• Continue the clearing of small under growth, saplings, and fallen branches in wooded buffer areas, outside front circle, buffer area between road and parking lot, parking lot property line, left of hole #2, left of #6 tee, and outside of front circle We have some larger tree work to complete but until we make repairs to our TL-10 Takeuchi we will not be able to move wood.
• Reached out to all employees to do a check in, as I always do, to gauge their interest in returning for the upcoming and see how their time away is going. I think this is important, so our men don’t feel like they are forgotten while they are away. These guys are the driving force that allows us all to look good and be proud of our property.
• Tree Work scheduled for 2/11/25 this work will start with the dead trees around the property then move to Brent’s hit list. Unfortunately, due to the Tak being out of commission we have not done any in-house tree takedowns and instead have focused on important property line detail which is equally as important.
• Shopping vendors for employee uniforms.
• Property detail as needed from winter or windstorms as needed. We always have someone here for storms and always have someone check the grounds daily.
• All reporting from 2024 closed out and all EOP placed to maximize savings.
• Attended PGA Show with Dan and Nick. Thank you to both for a great experience of work, golf, and High Groove Tour.

 

 

 

GOLF COURSE UPDATE 1/15/25

 

 

Winter Weekly Notes Since last Update:

• Week of 12/19 Finished Deep Tine Aeration on Tees, Approaches, and Greens / Sprayed our final Plant Protectants Greens, Tees, and Fairways / Heavy application of sand topdressing for winter protection on greens.
• Week of 12/23 One more medium application of sand topdressing on greens / 2 small snowstorms / Earl and Mauricio on vacation.
• Week of 12/ 30 Shop work and Dump Truck Repair / Earl and Mauricio on vacation.
• Week of 1/7 Mauricio and Earl back from vacation and in shop grinding reels and servicing equipment / Cristian and Diego attending Suny Delhi Apprentice Program (thank you Dan) / Webinars and Recertification
• All Pesticide Reporting, 2025 License Recertifications, Water Reporting, and continued education will be addressed in the coming weeks and ongoing.
• Setup meetings and discussed our Tennis Court surfaces with Tennis Planning Corp. as per requests to elevate our surfaces. We have a detailed plan on our we can achieve our goals and I’m looking forward to discussing with all of you and working with Glen and his team. Alina/Dan lets jump on a call soon.

 

WINTER WORK EQUIPMENT

• All cutting units have been cleaned, sharpened, greased on site as of 12/31 except our fairway cutting units which will be completed in the coming weeks. Once the 70+ cutting units are complete we then service machines and make any necessary repairs.
• Our Fairway Mowers this off season and getting full roller bearing rebuild kits as they are now 8 yrs old with over 3,000 hrs. and need a major overhauling.
• All carts, rollers, aerators, and tractors will be serviced and checked for repair work by 3/1/24.

This work will be performed by Mauricio our full-time mechanic and supplemented with all of us being hands on in the shop during the winter months should we get snowed in and unable to work outside.

 

WINTER WORK PROPERTY

• Property detail as needed from winter or windstorms as needed. We always have someone here for storms and always have someone check the grounds daily.
• Continue the clearing of small under growth, saplings, and fallen branches in wooded buffer areas, outside front circle, buffer area between road and parking lot, parking lot property line, left of hole #2, left of hole #3, left of #6 tee. We have some larger tree work to complete but until we make repairs to our TL-10 Takeuchi we will not be able to move wood.
• Should we have an early thaw I have several drainage areas to address and drain.
• Renovated designated cart path areas detailed in our winter/spring 2025 project plan.
• 2/1/25 I will be contacting all employees to do a check in, as I always do, to gauge their interest in returning for the upcoming and see how their time away is going. I think this is important, so our men don’t feel like they are forgotten while they are away. These guys are the driving force that allows us all to look good and be proud of our property.

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 your support you have 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.