Brian Bonlender, Superintendent
Course Updates
Stay up-to-date on course conditions and changes.
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September 2024
September: The Best Weather for Golf in Wisconsin
As September arrives, we are gearing up for critical fall agronomic practices in the Grounds and Greens Department, including Greens Aerification. As these efforts are essential to maintaining the course’s quality and playability through the fall and into next season.
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August 14, 2024
The Evolution of Our Greens: Interseeding for the Future
We are preparing to begin interseeding our greens on August 20th and 21st to continue the transition to advanced “Super Bents” Bentgrass varieties. This maintenance practice is an important part of my yearly program as it helps addresses outdated grass types and invasive Poa Annua, allowing us to continue to enhance the playing conditions and long-term turf quality of the Greens.
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July 29, 2024
August Turf Management Update
August already, this season has brought some unusually wet conditions, causing significant turf stress and disease issues. August also means time for tee aerification and our annual Greens interseeding on August 20th and 21st both are crucial for turf recovery and long-term health.
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June 26, 2024
Historic Wet Start to the Golf Season: Impacts on Playability and Agronomy
July, sure does not feel like it. However, that may be because the 2024 golf season has started with record-setting rainfall, at times impacting course playability and agronomy. This matters because saturated grounds affect the quality of play and increase maintenance challenges, requiring strategic management to ensure course health.
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June 11, 2024
Managing Cart Traffic: The Role of Green and White Stakes
Here at WBCC we use green and white stakes to manage cart traffic and maintain turf health. Proper cart etiquette and strategic stake placement ensure the course remains in excellent condition, enhancing playability and turf health.
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June 1, 2024
Course Maintenance: A Brief Behind the Scenes at WBCC
As summer approaches, we begin to intensify our course maintenance practices keeping the golf course in prime condition. These efforts, including the introduction of new technology, focused turf restoration projects, and what is crucial for maintaining the course’s playability and aesthetic appeal.