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Golf tips that can Improve your Game for Free
Aspects of Golf Course Maintenance
Author: Rich Marsiglia
Article:
Golf courses are always in a state of constant change and
evolution since they are growing! As the trees, grass and other
shrubs grow, they interfere with the width of the putting
surface of the golf course. In order to reduce the wastage of
the surface, these elements forming the major part of the course
need to be maintained in a proper and orderly fashion thus
increasing the efficiency of the course itself.
Here are some tips and tricks that you can use to maintain your
golf course and have it looking lush and beautiful.
Well-maintained golf courses provide plenty of the ecological as
well as community benefits. It not only provides recreation, but
also cleans the air and acts as a sanctuary for plants and
animals. Fertilizers and pesticides should be used but in
moderation over the entire golf course to maintain a healthy
turf.
Trees are also an important and vital part of any golf course.
They cool the temperature, create shade and also filter the
dust. But their health should be closely monitored and they
should not be allowed to grow near the putting surfaces and the
teeing surfaces as they interfere with the growth and
nourishment of these regions in particular. The overgrown limbs
of trees have to be trimmed as part of the tree maintenance
program. Slopes must be hand mowed with line trimmers or by
using special mowing equipment. Softer slopes are most cost
effective and have less maintenance compared to steep slopes.
Trim work is the most difficult and crucial part of golf course
maintenance. It requires high labor especially during the
growing season. Sand Bunkers require the sand to be added and
replaced constantly as well as raking. If the sand bunkers are
steep, after heavy rain, the sand will always need to be
shoveled back into the bunkers.
Maintaining the golf carts, which are generally petrol or
electric, is also very important. These require a minimum of 2
services annually. The batter terminals and water levels should
be checked every fortnight if you are using electric carts. If
the weather is dusty, it is good to hose out the car with
specific attention to the car engine, interiors as well as under
the seat. Following these simple steps will greatly reduce the
general problems associated with regular usage of the golf
carts.
The damage to the greens in the golf course can be reduced to a
large extent by using Soft spike golf shoes instead of the metal
spike shoes. Using golf clubs with new metal woods are also
helpful as their heads are smaller and shallow. The irrigation
system of any golf course also needs proper care in order to
work to its full potential. If this system is maintained
efficiently, it will reduce the overall water wastage and
improve the appearance and quality of the greens in a big way.
By following a few simple steps, you can keep your golf course
looking beautiful and well manicured thus ensuring a quality
experience for the players.
Rotor Maintenance- The arcs of the rotors should be regularly
adjusted and worn out seals and nozzles should be replaced
immediately. Clogged screens and cracked cases should also be
fixed as soon as it is observed. The rotor should also be
periodically checked for thatch build-up and improper rotation.
These rotors should be examined annually or half-yearly
depending on whether you are in a northern or southern climate
zone respectively.
Tuning the Controller Program- In order to reduce water wastage
but still keep your course looking green and healthy, it is
important to follow the 'Triple A' approach which is Anticipate,
Adjust and Achieve.
Anticipate changes in weather and increase or decrease water
usage accordingly. This will help prevent dry spots at the same
time lessen the risk of over-watering the golf course. Adjust
the irrigation schedule to increase or decrease run time of
station by a certain % as per the rise in temperature. This will
reduce turf stress and have a good effect or shrub and turf
zones. Achieve conservation of water as well as other advantages
by following the above procedure.
Maintain the other parts- Always ensure that all wiring is
connected properly and neatly stored. The cabinets should be
checked for dirt and debris and cleaned leaving no trace of any
moisture as this will destroy the circuits. The backup battery
should be replaced as and when required and the rain sensors
should also be cleaned and adjusted. Ensure that the earth
grounding is not over 5 ohms.
About the author:
Author Rich Marsiglia, Golf Course Maintenance
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