What lies ahead this "off-season"?

A previous drainage project on #15 fairway

As the shorter days and slightly cooler temps start to signify the winding down of our peak season, the OV Grounds Team is starting to prepare for some winter projects. While recouping from a long season and taking some needed vacation are on the list for the winter, we also have a few items in mind for the coming months.

• Repairing walk paths around the course is at the top of the list. This work can be conducted in most winter weather conditions and we have stocked up on the required gravel / drainage material to make this happen.
• As mentioned in the bunker post, we will look to fill in 2-3 bunkers this off season. This requires non-saturated conditions so picking windows in the weather will be key to executing these projects.
• Last winter we installed 10 "quick couplers" or easy connection points for hand watering hoses to the irrigation system. These points of connection make hand watering much quicker / more efficient and we will look to add the same amount this winter.
• Continuing replacement of irrigation isolation valves throughout the system will continue this winter. Replacing 30 year old isolation valves is essential in ensuring the continued smooth operation of our irrigation system.
• Drainage upgrades (including new catch basins) on the worst puddles that form on cart paths will also be on the list.

While I am sure that our appetite for improvement is no doubt greater than what we can actually get accomplished through the winter, rest assured we will be continually working to make Olympic View Golf Club even better for the coming 2023 season!