Bunker Project

The bunkers have been sprayed and we will start installing sand this week.

Tall grass

On the heels of the recent U.S. Open at Merion last week and recent conversations leading up to the Member/Guest, I wanted to address the tall grass around multiple areas of the course.  In 2007 when the course was renovated the environmental governing bodies who helped us mitigate the project, wanted to see some of our property used to become more environmentally conscious using native areas that would be designed with a limited environmental impact.

Golf course architect Tim Liddy felt the tall fescue grass areas would enhance his design and incorporated them into out of play areas around bunkers, tee boxes and under tree lines.  After the project there were other areas that fit into the design and were added in accordance with Mr. Liddy’s vision.  These areas currently receive limited pesticides, fertilizer applications and weekly maintenance that decrease our environmental footprint.

It is important to note that there are multiple high end clubs around this country and Europe that integrate this classic natural look into their design and maintenance regime.   Clubs ranked in the Top 25 of Golf Digest such Shinnecock Hills (#4), Merion East (#6), Sand Hills Golf Club (#9), National Golf Links (#11) and Prairie Dunes (#25) have a similar look, and have hosted multiple Major Championships.

I realize we create our own identity, but please be assured this topic has been discussed at multiple Board of Directors, Greens Committee and Golf Committee Meetings, and I have the support of the Club leadership to continue our current efforts.  Please be assured we are at the height of the cool season grass season and these areas will eventually thin out and become more manageable if a ball is hit into these low maintenance areas.

Respectfully Submitted,

Matt Boyce

Golf Course Superintendent

The Princess Anne Country Club

Geese patrol

We've noticed a few lingering geese on the course. Please be assured our geese removal program is in full operation!

Spring has sprung!

The warmer weather has finally arrived and our fairways are enjoying the heat. The areas that receive more sun are starting to green up.

New walkway

Please use the new walkway to our practice facility. We also added some fence and another brick walkway to the lower parking lot.

#6 tee

We are procuring the new sod on #6 tee with topdressing and soil amendments. The tee should be open soon!

Fairway Drainage

We installed drainage on #14 fairway last week and this week we are installing drainage in the landing area on #6 near the new bunker. Our work will continue through the week as we appreciate your patience!