After a 2012 season that never seemed to end we begin the 2013 season with a completely different scenario. March of 2012 was a record breaker with 10 consecutive days over 75 degrees recorded. 2013 has not even come close to the 70 degree mark and as we approach April 1st the forecast looks much more "normal" whatever that is. After being spoiled with an early golf season in 2012 it appears this year, golfers will wait for spring to arrive.
 |
| Just one week to April, 1 2013 and we have snow! |
Last year on March 25th a high temperature of 78.5 degrees was recorded on our on course weather station. This year for the same date we are looking at a high of 30 degrees with nearly 7 inches of fresh snow on the ground. To say the least we are dealing with a completely different year as of right now. Mother Nature is in charge and currently she has put her foot down by extending winter another week or so.
Last year by this point in time we had been mowing fairways and greens for almost 3 weeks. This year the thought has not even crossed our minds. We had called back the majority of our spring crew and had almost 15 employees on board by this date. This year there are 4 golf employees currently on staff.
 |
| No need to mow! We may need a plow! |
As we look at April 1st just one week away we will continue to evaluate the course on 5 day intervals. We will first open for walking and when the course firms up, allow carts to follow. We know that everyone is ready for the season to begin. Cabin fever for a golfer is like a young child looking through the candy shop window but not allowed to go in. We will remedy that as soon as Mother Nature hands over the shop keys! Hang in there!!
