Fall Grounds Update:What’s Ahead

Interns & Looking Ahead

Fall also marks the next step for two members of our Grounds Team, Thio from South Africa and Andy from Japan, who have spent the season with us as interns.

They joined Hyde Park during an incredibly demanding year that included the final stages of restoration, grow-in and reopening of the golf course. They worked a very difficult schedule, contributed wherever they were needed and became an important part of our team.

Their experience extended well beyond their daily work at Hyde Park. Thio and Andy volunteered at a PGA event, participated in multiple visits to other golf course and turf facilities, joined a local running club, and had the opportunity to meet many of our members along the way.

We are all very proud of what they accomplished and grateful for the energy, professionalism and positive attitude they brought to Hyde Park. It has been wonderful to host them and be part of their development.

Their next stop will take them to Los Angeles, where they will continue their internship experience at Bel-Air Country Club. We wish them the very best.

Our internship program has been an important part of Hyde Park for many years. More than 60 interns from 12 different countries, along with students from schools across the United States, have spent time learning and working with our team. Many members of our current leadership team began their careers at Hyde Park as interns, which makes the program especially meaningful to us.

We have already begun recruiting for next season and look forward to continuing this tradition.

Restoration & Fall Work

It is hard to believe the golf course only reopened in mid-June. In the days leading up to opening, sod was still being installed and many areas were still in active grow-in.

Since then, our focus has steadily shifted from major construction and establishment work toward the smaller details that will continue to improve the presentation and performance of the golf course.

Our team continues to work through fine fescue establishment, settlement repairs, small drainage projects and other restoration details throughout the property.

We have also completed the final irrigation as-built documentation, giving us an accurate record of the installed system and an important tool for future troubleshooting, adjustments and long-term water management.

The greens are healing well following aerification, and we are pleased with their progress. Weather and wet conditions have slowed our ability to complete aerification of all tees and approaches, so that work will continue as conditions allow.

Tall Fescue Update

We continue to make progress in areas of the tall fescue rough that showed more response than anticipated from our summer Poa-control program.

Much of this rough was established late last fall as part of the restoration. Because of that late seeding window, Poa annua established alongside the new tall fescue in a number of areas.

Poa annua is an unwanted grass in these rough areas and has a persistent seedbank in the soil. Even when an area is newly seeded, dormant Poa seed can remain in the ground and germinate when conditions are favorable. By summer, Poa populations were moderate in some locations and had reached a level where we felt they needed to be addressed to improve the long-term quality and consistency of the rough.

The treatment program is one we have used successfully in the past and has historically been very safe on tall fescue. After the first application, we saw the desired reduction in Poa along with some temporary discoloration and growth regulation, and the tall fescue recovered well before the second treatment.

Following the second application, however, the response was significantly greater than anticipated.

Our Hyde Park weather station has recorded more than 60 inches of rain this year, including repeated heavy rain events and periods of saturated soil during the summer. Those conditions increased the availability and uptake of the treatment while high temperatures, humidity and warm nighttime temperatures were placing additional stress on young cool-season turf.

We view the resulting turf response as an unusual and isolated event associated with a unique set of environmental conditions rather than something we would normally expect from this program.

The manufacturer has worked closely with Hyde Park throughout the process. Their representatives reviewed the application timing, rates and environmental conditions with our team and did not identify any concerns with how the program was applied. They have remained engaged as we evaluated the unusual turf response and developed our re-establishment plan, and they have also assisted with the costs associated with reseeding and re-establishing the affected areas. We appreciate their cooperation and support throughout the process.

The good news is that our timing for re-establishment is excellent. Early fall provides some of our best growing conditions for tall fescue. The areas have been seeded and fertilized, and this week our Grounds Team is conducting additional spot seeding where needed.

We are already seeing new establishment and expect continued improvement throughout the fall, with additional maturation and filling-in next spring.

Tree Update

The Princeton elm located behind the 18th green, adjacent to the pavilion, has developed a significant split in the trunk, possibly associated with last week’s wind event.

The tree was planted in 2023 to replace the pin oak that was lost to oak wilt. Unfortunately, the split has continued to move and has created a safety concern in an area with regular member and guest activity.

Split in the Elm 

We are disappointed to have to remove the tree, but safety has to come first.

Once it is removed, we will evaluate the space carefully and thoughtfully consider the best long-term replacement for that location.

Box Tree Moth

Bryan Miller, our Horticulture Director, and our horticulture team are monitoring a new challenge this season: Box Tree Moth.

Box Tree Moth is an invasive insect native to Asia that was confirmed in Ohio in 2023. This year, we have seen our first signs of activity in boxwoods at Hyde Park. The caterpillars can feed aggressively on boxwood foliage and, when populations are high, rapidly defoliate plants.

Early signs include chewed or skeletonized leaves, silk webbing within the branches, caterpillars and frass within or beneath the plant. The caterpillars are generally green with black and yellow striping and spots, while the adult moth is typically white with a brown or tan border.

Caterpillar 

Damage 

Our horticulture team will continue scouting boxwoods closely and managing activity where needed. Early detection gives us the best opportunity to protect these important landscape plants.

Members who have boxwoods at home may also want to keep an eye on their plants, particularly if they notice unusual feeding damage or webbing.

Adult 

Next 30 Days

The next month will be an important working window for our team.

Our priorities include continued tall fescue establishment and spot seeding, fine fescue seeding and grow-in, settlement repairs, small drainage projects and completion of the remaining aerification on tees and approaches as weather allows.

We will also continue irrigation adjustments and supplemental watering in newly established areas, address cart path edges and other restoration details, and continue monitoring Box Tree Moth activity in our landscape plantings.

Much of this work is detail-oriented, but it is important to the long-term performance and presentation of the restored golf course.

Our team has a busy fall and spring ahead. With the course now open and the largest construction items behind us, our goal is to spend more time on the details — refining surfaces, improving consistency, strengthening newly established turf and continuing to elevate the daily presentation of the golf course.

Thank you for the many positive comments and feedback we have received about the golf course. Our team takes a great deal of pride in caring for Hyde Park, and we truly appreciate the membership’s continued support as we continue building on the progress made this year.

If you have any questions, comments or feedback, please feel free to reach out to us at grounds@hydeparkcc.com.

Pat O’Brien
Grounds Superintendent

A Quick Aeration Update

The Grounds Team has completed aeration of the putting greens and has moved on to the approaches. Despite the unusually warm September temperatures, the bentgrass surfaces are handling the process well.

Earlier this spring, Adam Moeller of Moeller Consulting completed our first OM246 testing, which measures organic matter at different depths in the putting-green profile and gives us a baseline for future management decisions.

The initial results were encouraging for newly sodded greens. Organic matter in the upper 0–2 cm of the profile ranged from 4.6% to 6.8%, compared with a bentgrass industry median of 5.8%. At the 2–4 cm depth, all greens tested were at or below the 2.5% industry median, ranging from 1.2% to 2.5%.

These spring results serve as our baseline. We did not repeat OM246 testing after the spring aeration, so our planned fall testing will be our first opportunity to compare the profile over time and evaluate how our aeration and topdressing program is influencing organic matter.

For this aeration, we are using 3/8-inch tines. Smaller holes allow us to create a large number of openings while limiting disruption to the putting surface and promoting quicker recovery. We anticipate approximately 80% healing within about two weeks, depending on weather and growing conditions.

Green Canopy; Sand and Fertilizer

The first week of recovery is typically the most challenging from a playability standpoint. The bentgrass needs time to grow back through the topdressing sand before regular mowing can fully resume. During this period, we will roll the greens several times to improve smoothness while allowing the turf to recover.

Weather will remain a factor in how much additional work we can complete Thursday. If we receive too much rainfall, conditions may become too wet to aerate and properly work sand into the surface. The golf course will reopen Friday, and any remaining aeration work will continue on Mondays.

Thank you to the Grounds Team for their hard work throughout the aeration process. We will update everyone if we are able to make additional progress on Thursday.

We appreciate everyone’s patience during the recovery period. This short-term disruption is an important investment in the firmness, consistency, drainage and long-term performance of the putting surfaces.

Thanks for the questions and feedback.

Pat O’Brien
grounds@hydeparkcc.com

September Update From the Grounds

Photo Credit- D. Wilder 

As we move into September, our Grounds team continues to focus on establishment, refinement, and the many details that come with the maturation of the restored golf course.

We have received many compliments on the condition of the greens and on the continued compaction of the bunker sand. It has also been great to see members bringing guests out to experience the course. Hearing that feedback and seeing people enjoy the restoration has been very rewarding for our team.

Fine Fescue

Our team has been working through the fine fescue areas, mowing them down as part of the establishment process. This work is labor-intensive, but it helps reduce weed competition and gives the fine fescue a better opportunity to develop.

Fine fescue requires patience, particularly during periods of heat and drought. We have continued to inner seed several areas originally seeded this spring, including left of Hole 5, right of Hole 8, behind the 8th green, and behind the 1st green.

Members will notice temporary sprinklers and hoses in many of these areas as we provide consistent moisture for germination and establishment. As temperatures cool, we will continue to spot seed areas where additional establishment is needed.

Fall herbicide applications will also be an important part of managing these areas. In late September, one of our partners will be trialing drone-applied herbicide treatments on selected steep fine fescue slopes. This will allow us to evaluate another option for safely and efficiently managing difficult-to-access areas.

Once these areas mature, our plan is to mow the fine fescue twice each season—once in the spring and once in the fall.

Primary Rough — Turf-Type Tall Fescue

Our team has continued to inner seed turf-type tall fescue throughout selected areas of the seeeded primary rough, and we are encouraged by the progress. Seed is germinating well in many locations, and cooler fall growing conditions should continue to support establishment.

Following our summer annual bluegrass control program, portions of the turf-type tall fescue showed more discoloration and growth regulation to the turf type tall fescue than anticipate. We are working closely with our industry partners to better understand the response and continue to investigate several possible contributing factors, including environmental stress and a potential plant-pathogen interaction.

These areas will remain an important focus for our team throughout the fall as we continue to monitor conditions and inner seed where needed.

Bentgrass Greens, Tees & Approaches

Mowing heights have been lowered on all of our bentgrass playing surfaces, including greens, tees, and approaches, and we will continue to gradually lower them as we move into the fall.

Aeration of the bentgrass greens, tees, and approaches will take place September 8–10. The golf course will be closed during this work so our team can move efficiently through the process.

The recent stretch of temperatures pushing into the upper 90s has required additional attention on our bentgrass surfaces. Our team has been providing supplemental irrigation by hand where needed while continuing to learn more about the coverage of our new irrigation system. This includes evaluating sprinkler patterns, making nozzle adjustments, and fine-tuning water distribution throughout the golf course.

One quick safety reminder: when our team is hand watering a green and the flagstick has been removed, please do not hit into the green. We will be as quick as possible getting on and off the putting surface so play can continue with minimal delay. Thank you for helping keep our team safe.

Bunkers

The bunkers continue to mature and knit in well. The steel mesh installed on select bunker faces will remain in place through the winter, although in many areas the continued growth of the zoysia has already made it much less noticeable.

Many of the wooden stakes used during establishment have also now been driven down into the bunker faces.

Drainage, Cart Path Edges & Storm Cleanup

Our team continues to work through a long list of smaller projects across the golf course. This includes drainage work near tee areas, addressing springs around the 7th tee, and work along the left side of Hole 18.

We are also completing final preparation along cart path edges for additional sod and seed work. Cooler temperatures should provide more favorable conditions for establishment in these areas.

Storm cleanup continues as well. We are removing miscellaneous stumps throughout the property, and a few remaining tree-related items left of Hole 6, left of Hole 14, and behind Hole 3 will require assistance from our tree contractor.

GPS Mapping & Course Inventory

Behind the scenes, our team has been working with one of our partners to develop a detailed GPS map and inventory of the golf course. This work allows us to accurately define the different maintained areas of the property and establish reliable square footage and acreage measurements for sprayer and fertility applications.

Our recent mapping shows that we actively maintain approximately 126 acres of Hyde Park’s 153-acre property.

Having more accurate measurements allows us to improve application planning and product calculations while also further developing our time and productivity studies. By combining accurate acreage with the amount of time required to complete individual maintenance tasks, we can better understand labor needs, improve scheduling, and continue refining the efficiency of our operation.

We are also in the final stages of irrigation mapping and system verification. Once that work is complete, we can begin the process of placing yardage tags on sprinkler heads throughout the golf course.

As members continue to learn how to play the restored golf course, our team is learning and adjusting as well. We continue to refine our maintenance practices based on how the course is performing, how the different turf areas are responding, and what we are learning through daily operation.

Horticulture

In the Horticulture Department, Bryan and Aubrey continue to do a wonderful job throughout the property. Their current work includes pruning, developing planting plans, removing vines, and preparing for fall planting. Fall plant material will begin arriving the week of September 6.

They will also begin developing a tree inventory using our drone imagery and on-the-ground evaluation. The inventory will help document the location, species, size, condition, and landscape role of trees throughout the golf course and club grounds.

The aerial imagery will help us better understand our tree canopy, woodland edges, and perimeter screening. Combined with field observations, this information will help guide future specimen-tree planting, enhance screening where appropriate, improve management of our wood lines, and support thoughtful long-term landscape planning.

Much like the GPS mapping of the golf course, the tree inventory will become a living resource that can be updated and refined over time.

If you have any questions about horticulture, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bryan Miller at bmiller@hydeparkcc.com.

A Thank You

Finally, a special thank you to Chef and his team for the wonderful lunch they prepared for the Grounds team. It was delicious, greatly appreciated, and very welcome during a busy stretch for our staff.

September will be another active month for our team. We are encouraged by the continued maturation of the golf course, the germination we are seeing in newly seeded areas, and the steady progress being made throughout the property.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and feedback!

Pat O’Brien

A Summer of Challenges and Accomplishments

Dear Members,

As we move through the heart of summer, I'd like to take a moment to reflect on the past several weeks. While this update includes information about the golf course, it is equally about the people, challenges, and accomplishments that have shaped this season. 

In Memory of Russ McKinney

On July 17, our Hyde Park Country Club family lost a member of our Grounds Team, Russ McKinney, who passed away following an accident during the flooding in the Fairfax area.

Russ was a valued member of our fairway crew, affectionately known as the "Legends." He loved coming to work, took tremendous pride in caring for the golf course, and was known for his larger-than-life personality. Whether he was mowing fairways, singing on the mower, or stopping to visit with coworkers, Russ always brought energy and a smile to those around him.

During the golf course restoration, he frequently called to ask when he could return to mowing. He'd usually end the conversation by saying, "I'm right down the road—I can be there in five minutes." That was Russ.

Russ was well known throughout the Fairfax community and here at Hyde Park Country Club. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, coworkers, and especially his fellow Legends.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Russ's family and loved ones.

While we remember Russ, we also recognize that the recent flooding affected many families, neighbors and businesses throughout the community. We hope the weeks ahead bring continued recovery for everyone affected.

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Golf Course Update

The restoration project has now experienced its first full summer under some of the most challenging weather conditions we could have encountered.

During June and July, the golf course received nearly 16.5 inches of rainfall, including several intense storm events that saturated soils and caused localized flooding. July also brought 19 days above 90°F, with a high temperature of 101.4°F. Excessive rainfall, prolonged heat, warm nights, and high humidity created extremely difficult growing conditions for both newly established and mature turf.

Following the flooding on July 17, the golf course closed for four days so our team could safely complete recovery work. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during that time.

Approximately 65% of our available labor hours were dedicated to course recovery. Our crews removed silt and debris, restored bunkers, repaired damaged turf, stabilized affected areas, and returned the golf course to playing condition.

A special thank you goes to Golf Preservations, a long-standing partner of Hyde Park Country Club. Their team contributed approximately 600 labor hours restoring the hillside on Hole 15 through soil remediation, grading, compaction, and sod installation. They also assisted in removing, replacing, and compacting approximately 120 tons of bunker sand following the flooding.

New Sod! Please do not Retrieve Golf Balls Below 15 Green

As we shared before reopening, a restoration of this magnitude continues to mature well beyond opening day.

Extensive areas of turf-type tall fescue were installed during May and early June, only weeks before reopening. While these areas have established well overall, immature root systems were immediately challenged by excessive rainfall, prolonged heat, and high humidity, increasing susceptibility to brown patch despite proactive fungicide applications.

Our fine fescue areas continue to establish as expected. Spring seedings naturally compete with weed pressure during establishment, but we are pleased with the stand developing beneath. These areas will receive their first mowing and selective innerseeding later this summer to continue improving density and appearance.

From this......

Spring Seeding 

To this.....

18 Tee-Hyde Park CC

The Meyer zoysia continues to perform exceptionally well throughout the golf course. While seams remain visible in some recently installed areas, they continue to knit together as expected. Recent aerification and rolling will further improve surface smoothness, and as the turf matures we will continue expanding our selective herbicide program to improve overall uniformity.

The prolonged heat has also required adjustments on select areas areas of greens. Our team has modified mowing practices, adjusted fertility, utilized fans, and closely monitored canopy temperatures to minimize summer stress while maintaining healthy putting surfaces.

Every day, our Grounds Team evaluates conditions and adjusts maintenance practices based on weather, turf health, and playability. Every decision is made with both today's playing conditions and the long-term success of the restoration in mind.

As temperatures begin to moderate, we expect growing conditions to become increasingly favorable. We remain confident that the golf course will continue to strengthen and improve throughout late summer, fall, and beyond.

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Member Stewardship

Thank you for the care and pride you continue to show in the golf course!

We have noticed many members replacing or filling divots and repairing ball marks, and those small efforts make a meaningful difference.

As a reminder, the proper way to repair a ball mark is to gently push the turf toward the center of the indentation rather than lifting or twisting it. This simple technique allows the turf to recover much more quickly. If you have an extra moment while waiting, repairing one or two additional ball marks is always appreciated and helps maintain exceptional putting surfaces for everyone.

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Wine by the Vine

One of the highlights of the summer was the Wine by the Vine event.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special evening. It was wonderful to share Hyde Park Country Club from a different perspective while showcasing the planning, design, and year-round care that go into our gardens and landscapes.

A special thank you goes to Horticulturist Bryan Miller and Horticulture Intern Aubry Ketchie for leading an outstanding tour. Their knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion made the evening both educational and enjoyable, and they represented our Grounds Team exceptionally well.

Based on the positive response, we look forward to offering more opportunities like this in the future.

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Thank You

Thank you again for your patience, understanding, and continued support throughout this first summer following the restoration.

While this season has presented extraordinary challenges, it has also demonstrated the resilience of the golf course and the dedication of the people who care for Hyde Park Country Club every day.

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the entire Hyde Park Country Club Grounds Team. Their professionalism, resilience, and commitment throughout the restoration, course recovery, and daily maintenance have been remarkable. Their hard work and pride are evident every day, and I am incredibly grateful for everything they have accomplished.

Finally, thank you to our membership for your continued support and stewardship of the golf course. We remain committed to making thoughtful agronomic decisions that provide outstanding playing conditions today while ensuring the long-term success of the restoration.

If you have any questions or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at grounds@hydeparkcc.com. We always appreciate hearing from you. 

Thank you for your continued support.

Pat O'Brien
Grounds Superintendent
Hyde Park Country Club

Course Recovery Update

Our Grounds Team has made significant progress since Saturday following last week's flooding.

Completed work includes removing silt and debris from Holes 5 and 6, rebuilding and compacting damaged bunker edges and faces, repairing two of the four damaged bunker faces, flushing several primary drainage outlet pipes, repairing the circulation fan on Hole 3, and continuing hillside stabilization on Hole 15 with the Golf Preservations crew.

Plate Compacting the Sand Faces 

Remaining work includes repairing bunker faces on Holes 11 and 17, removing contaminated sand from the bunkers on Holes 1 and 17, completing final cleanup throughout the golf course, and finishing the hillside restoration on Hole 15, which is expected to require an additional two to three days of work.

Work to Complete on #11

The golf course will remain closed for one additional day. With multiple crews working on several holes, this additional time allows the remaining repairs to be completed safely and efficiently, hopefully before the next rain events.

The practice facility, including the driving range, short game area, and practice putting green, will reopen tomorrow.

The recent weather has required extra attention on some of the cool season grasses. Our team is monitoring conditions closely and making daily adjustments to maintain healthy turf.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this unexpected closure has caused. We know many of you were looking forward to being back on the course, and we truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support. Taking this extra day allows our team and our project partners to safely progress with the remaining repairs. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at grounds@hydeparkcc.com.

Pat O'Brien
Grounds Superintendent
Hyde Park Golf & Country Club

One Month In… Another Test from Mother Nature

New Water Feature Left of 2

It has been almost one month since reopening the restored golf course, and unfortunately Mother Nature has tested us once again.  Last night, our area experienced another extreme rainfall event. More than four inches of rain fell, with over two inches arriving in approximately 40 minutes. Hyde Park, Mount Lookout, and surrounding neighborhoods were significantly impacted, and the golf course experienced substantial flooding. At one point, nearly three feet of water covered portions of Holes 5 and 6.

As the water receded, it left behind significant silt deposits on the fairways that will require extensive cleanup. Our team will be washing and removing the sediment by hand to restore the playing surfaces.

The golf course also sustained damage to several bunkers. Select bunker faces on Holes 2, 11, and 17 sloughed during the storm, and approximately seven bunkers will require contaminated sand to be removed and replaced. The most significant damage occurred on the hillside to the right of Hole 15, where a large section of the slope slid to the bottom of the hill. We are currently evaluating the area and developing a repair plan.

Hillside Sloughing #15 

View From #10 

There was one encouraging takeaway from this storm. During the previous four-inch rain event, many newly constructed bunker faces failed. This time, the vast majority of those repaired bunker faces remained intact, demonstrating that the reconstruction work completed over the past month performed as intended under another severe weather event.

Our Grounds team began cleanup efforts immediately and is working alongside one of our restoration partners to assist with the heavier repairs so we can restore the course safely and as quickly as possible.

Bunker Cleaning 

Unfortunately, due to the extent of the damage and cleanup required, the golf course will remain closed this weekend. We know this is disappointing, but protecting the golf course and completing the repairs properly is our top priority.

We will continue to keep the membership informed on our progress and provide updates on our anticipated reopening timeline as work advances.

Thank you for your continued patience, understanding, and support.

Pat O'Brien
Grounds Superintendent
Hyde Park Golf & Country Club

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Grounds Department at grounds@hydeparkcc.com.

Thank-You, Hyde Park

HP Grounds Team

What began as a conversation in late 2020 with John Gartner, Grounds Chair became a reality when the golf course closed on July 14, 2025, for the most significant restoration project in Hyde Park's history. This past weekend, we proudly welcomed members back to a restored Hyde Park Country Club.

Like any project of this size and scope, there were challenges, setbacks, and countless decisions along the way. Through it all, the support, patience, and encouragement of our membership never wavered. On behalf of the Grounds Department, thank you for trusting the process and allowing us the opportunity to bring this vision to life.

I would like to thank President Mike Misleh, Grounds Chairman Chuck Madden, and Golf Architect Tyler Rae for their kind words during opening weekend. Their comments were greatly appreciated and served as a reminder of the tremendous effort, dedication, and collaboration that made this restoration possible.

While many people contributed to the success of this restoration, none deserve more recognition than our Grounds Team and our partners. This project was truly built on their backs. Through long days, difficult conditions, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, they along with our partners transformed plans on paper into the golf course our membership enjoyed this past weekend.

I would also like to recognize our leadership team: Arron Garrett, Jared Marshall, Brad Leitz, Bobby Schenkel, Zach Neuhaus, Bryan Miller, and Sandi Wessendorf. Large projects require sacrifices that often extend beyond the workplace. This team devoted countless hours to the restoration effort, often at the expense of time with their families. To each of them, and to their families who supported them throughout this journey, thank you.

Our interns and H-2B team were also instrumental to the success of this project. Their energy, dedication, and willingness to embrace the challenges of a restoration of this magnitude were remarkable. Their hard work helped us reach this important milestone.

On a personal note, I would like to thank my wife, Jen, and our daughters, Brynna and Maeve. Restoration projects demand an extraordinary amount of time and focus, and their patience, support, and understanding throughout this process meant more than words can express.

I would also like to recognize Larry Drehs as he approaches his retirement. Larry has been a tremendous resource, mentor, and friend over the years. His insight, guidance, and commitment to Hyde Park have positively influenced countless decisions and people along the way. Thank you, Larry, for everything you have done for this club and for those of us fortunate enough to work alongside you.

While we are proud to have reached this milestone, our work is not finished. There is still much ahead as we complete the remaining construction items and continue the grow-in and maturation of the golf course. We remain committed to delivering the best possible playing conditions and will continue to keep the membership informed as progress is made.

Most importantly, thank you to the members of Hyde Park Golf & Country Club. Your patience, encouragement, and support throughout this journey made this achievement possible. Seeing golfers back on the course this past weekend made every challenge worthwhile.

This reopening marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. We are excited about the future and honored to steward this special golf course for generations to come.

Pat O'Brien, MSc

Grounds Superintendent
Hyde Park Golf & Country Club

Course Update

Bunker Repair Update

We are pleased to report that the Hyde Park Grounds Team, alongside McDonald & Sons, was able to complete repairs to the affected bunkers and restore playing conditions.

Today, our team completed moving and leveling bunker sand while continuing work to restore the affected areas. Due to recent rainfall, the bunker sand may not be as firm as we would prefer initially. However, we will continue working on sand compaction and detail work over the coming days.

McDonald & Sons continues to make excellent progress on remaining restoration punch list items, including sodding along cart path edges and moving soil behind the 1st green to complete final shaping work.

We were also fortunate to receive support from the grounds team at The Camargo Club. We are grateful for their assistance and willingness to help during a challenging day.

A special thank you goes to Marshall, the Golf Shop staff, and several members who generously provided refreshments and meals throughout the day. Their support and thoughtfulness helped keep our crews energized and focused during a long day of repairs.

Our teams will continue working into the evening to complete final details, and we are excited to welcome everyone back to the golf course.

Thank you for your patience, encouragement, and support throughout this process. We look forward to seeing you on the course very soon.

Pat O'Brien 

Grounds Superintendent