THE MAD POST

Submitted by Gary Ward, General Manager & C.O.O.

Project update
 
The irrigation team are expected to finish the installation on #2 this week and will then move to the last hole, #1. We expect work on #1 to be completed by June 19^th, and at that point they move onto the driving range field and then up both sides of the entrance road.
 
The final items on #6 washroom should be completed this week, but the washroom can remain open during this work. The doors will be painted, the benches installed and a couple other minor items repaired. We plan to open the washroom on #15 by the end of this week. The painting should be completed by the time you read this note, and we hope to get the water tested and approved for the end of the week.
 
Northgate Farms are returning next week to address a few other bunker deficiencies. We expect they may be onsite for 3-5 days to complete these repairs. Northgate will then return in October for one final warranty visit to address any other items that may arise over the summer.
 
I’ll provide more details on the project work against budget later in June, but we continue to track on budget.
 
We have received a draft recommendation from Doug Carrick on the upcoming cart path surfacing, scheduled in October. The Grounds Committee have formed an audit group to review the proposed path routing, including additions and deletions. Once that review is completed, we will go to market for updated quotes on the proposed work, I will communicate these details in July.

 
Submitted by Chad Vibert, Golf Course Superintendent

The installation and subsequent operation of a new irrigation system often involves a period of adjustment to ensure proper performance. Several challenges have been identified during our first real dry stretch, including irrigation coverage issues, nozzle adjustments, and pump capacity management.
 
Initial system operation has revealed areas where irrigation coverage is inconsistent. Some zones may experience under-watering due to insufficient overlap between sprinkler heads, while others may receive excessive water. Ongoing nozzle adjustments are being performed to optimize spray patterns, arc settings, and precipitation rates to achieve uniform coverage across all areas.
 
Maintaining newly installed sod is critical during the installation of the new system.  We are currently overwatering these areas to ensure sod establishment, with all of the small areas of sod, it is impossible to water all of these areas by hand. Fairways will remain wetter for the most part while this is occurring.
Number 15 fairway is now in recovery from install last week.  We were without water for three days under very high skies and almost zero humidity, this fairway will remain wetter while in this recovery period and as a result will remain cart path only, for the near future.

Moving forward, we have a very hot week ahead with 2 hole number two up next.  Hopefully the weather will co operate and we will not have a repeat of hole 15, it very well could be the same outcome given the hot dry weather forecasted.  The old system must be shut down while the new system is installed.

 
Submitted by Dean Elliott, Men's Captain

Well, week one of the MAD League is in the books and what a great week it was!!  Thanks to all who came out to support their teams and test their mettle against our fantastic golf course.  I am told that the 76 who played on Wednesday set a record for number of players to tee it up since the inception of the League.  There were too many highlights to mention but shout out to James McSherry who managed a very tidy four under net score to lead the field.  James will enjoy his favorite beverage after this week’s round from the Creemore Mug.  I don’t know from experience, but I understand they taste just a little bit better this way.  Congrats James!  There were a few requests for consistent weather on Wednesdays all summer, to match what Mother Nature bestowed on us last week.  I’ve put in the request, but no guarantees…

Submitted by Ryan Rinneard, Director of Instruction
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Submitted by Michelle Larcher, Food & Beverage Manager

From Kettle Chips to Modelo

Our complimentary MAD Kettle Chips continue to be a hit with members. Available daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the turn, the chips are made from freshly sliced potatoes and seasoned with Chef Stephen's signature spice blend. What started as a simple addition has quickly become a favourite part of the Mad River experience. The creativity doesn't stop there. Our team has been creating flavoured sparkling water infused with fresh fruit and herbs. Members are loving this light and refreshing treat throughout the day.

 


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