A Lot of Rain, A Lot of Progress

Bunker work continues to advance. The bunkers on Hole 1 continue to take shape and reflect the style and design after the winter break. Tyler Rae was on site this week reviewing and approving bunker work on Holes 1, 13, 17, and 9.

Sodding operations have accelerated. Over the past week, we’ve laid 10 semi loads of turf-type tall fescue and 2 loads of zoysia. Hole 8 is nearly closed up — a major step forward visually and functionally. Our Hyde Park team also began installing bentgrass sod on tees that arrived today, while continuing to seed and erosion mat fine fescue areas, covering over two acres.

The Ross tee on 13 Complete 

At the practice area, bunker construction at the chipping green is now complete.

The team is preparing to aerify greens, tees, and approaches — an important step to promote rooting, smooth surfaces, and improve consistency as we move closer to opening.

Weather has presented typical challenges. After over 2 inches of rain last night we've been cleaning silt from bunkers and addressing areas where zoysia has not fully rooted, leading to some sloughing on steeper faces. These are expected grow-in conditions and are being actively managed.

The 14th 

Below the 15th Tee

McDonald & Sons continue to be an amazing partner assisting with cleanup and minor infrastructure adjustments, and an additional crew is expected next week to help maintain momentum. Ley Irrigation is also back on site working through final items.

There is still work ahead, but each week the golf course continues to gain definition.

Member Education Meeting – May 7

5:30 PM | Clubhouse | Members Only

As we approach reopening, we encourage members to attend an evening focused on the restoration and what to expect this season.

We are pleased to welcome Adam Moeller, founder of Moeller Consulting, LLC and former USGA agronomist with over 30 years of experience. He has consulted with more than 370 courses worldwide and helped prepare over 20 USGA championships, including multiple U.S. Opens and the Solheim Cup.

Topics will include:

• Course establishment following restoration
• Importance of early-season maintenance
• Expected playing conditions during opening
• Steps being taken for long-term turf health

We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you.

Pat O'Brien 

Grounds Superintendent

Please do not hesitate to reach out to grounds@hydeparkcc.com for any questions or feedback.