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“The Sanctuary”“The Sanctuary”

“The Sanctuary”

I’ve been to Mexico’s Baja Peninsula many times over the past three decades. I’ve seen it evolve from a sleepy,…

5 years ago
Tough Golf Superintendents Do!Tough Golf Superintendents Do!

Tough Golf Superintendents Do!

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted golf facilities across the country in distinctly different ways. While some golf courses have been…

5 years ago
Golf in Big Sky CountryGolf in Big Sky Country

Golf in Big Sky Country

I’m a big fan of northwest Montana and a long-time advocate of the pristine golf found in this remote neck…

5 years ago
18 Holes at Winged Foot West in the Club Championship18 Holes at Winged Foot West in the Club Championship

18 Holes at Winged Foot West in the Club Championship

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to play a U.S. Open golf course under tournament conditions, I present my…

5 years ago
Memorable Rounds – All in One MonthMemorable Rounds – All in One Month

Memorable Rounds – All in One Month

On occasion, golfers encounter serendipity in various and unlikely forms. Such moments may occur while playing new and unexpectedly exciting…

5 years ago
Upgrade Your Fountains This SpringUpgrade Your Fountains This Spring

Upgrade Your Fountains This Spring

As golf courses are on pause this spring, now’s the time for superintendents to walk the grounds and prepare water…

5 years ago
Body of Water, or HeadacheBody of Water, or Headache

Body of Water, or Headache

Community water features are intended to add elegance and ambiance. However, your lake, stream, or pond can quickly become your…

5 years ago
Virus – so Far Anyway – Not Affecting SuperintendentsVirus – so Far Anyway – Not Affecting Superintendents

Virus – so Far Anyway – Not Affecting Superintendents

The novel coronavirus outbreak that’s sweeping the world and forcing closures of public spaces, athletic events and many other activities…

5 years ago
Golf in British ColumbiaGolf in British Columbia

Golf in British Columbia

British Columbia contains a wealth of wonderful places to play golf. With a favorable U.S. dollar exchange rate, spectacular scenery,…

5 years ago
Is Your Course Closed? Here’s What You Can Be Doing NowIs Your Course Closed? Here’s What You Can Be Doing Now

Is Your Course Closed? Here’s What You Can Be Doing Now

Open. Closed. Reopened. Open but socially distanced. The status of golf course operations has changed day by day during the…

5 years ago