Preparing For the Future

Spring is here! So we're told, even though it doesn't feel like it at times. Spring bulbs are beginning to emerge and bloom. The Crocus were first to show off their colors and now the Daffodils and Tulips are starting to bloom.

Bed prep is underway for all of the new landscaping going in as part of the Legacy project. Old material was removed throughout the winter and once the ground began to thaw out, the new beds were laid out and the ground was tilled.

Conduit was also laid out and buried to make way for future landscape lighting and Christmas lights.

New pool beds have begun to take shape as well. They will receive some nice garden soil mix before plants go into the ground. A mix of top soil, aged manure, and leaf mold.

As soon as we get a few days without rain and start drying out a bit the pace will pick up again and before you know it, new plants will be in the ground.

Bryan Miller, OCNT

Horticulturist

Hyde Park Golf and Country Club

 

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Where is Spring?

It won't be long before the tulips are blooming and the opportunity to play golf more consistently will be here. Over the last few weeks the face of Hyde Park has evolved significantly with the Legacy project. On the course, we have mowed and rolled the putting surfaces several times and we are beginning to get into full gear with the arrival of our seasonal staff and it won't be long before our two Turfgrass interns will arrive. Our focus on the course will be with continued spring bunker clean-up, the addition of a Turf fan on the 6th green and navigating the tasks with the Legacy enhancements.

Fan Placement

The Grounds team has adapted well, to the changes the Legacy project has brought including;

-The loss (Somedays) of the grounds road

-Removal of gas line to the Grounds Building has meant cold water and very little heat :)

-And everyone's favorite plenty of mud and multiple pairs of footwear

Bob's Choice for the Clubhouse

 

All kidding aside, we realize this is an inconvenience to all of members and guests at Hyde Park, but we are excited for the end product that will exceed expectations! The project continues at rapid pace even considering the challenging weather.

On the North Side, we are starting to see all the efforts take shape with:

-Landscape beds being roughed-in

-Irrigation installation

-Paver path install

 

On the South Side, when the project is finished roughly 15,000 cubic yards of soil will be moved around the site; dry weather is a must to stay on schedule. Unfortunately, Mother Nature will dictate the schedule in many avenues. The demo and earthwork that has been completed thus far has been incredible considering the poor weather. The new range and short game area is taking shape, it won't be long until the golf course contractor arrives on site in May to complete the irrigation, drainage and final shaping of these areas.

Tim Liddy- Concept of the practice area

Over the coming weeks, please follow us on Twitter @pobrienhpgcc or subscribe to our blog: hydeparkgolfandcountryclub.blogspot.com for details relating to the operations on the Grounds at Hyde Park.

Thank-you,

Pat O'Brien

Grounds Superintendent

 

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