More bunker work

The bunker on the 14th hole has now been completed and is in play. The turf around the bunker is still GUR as this area had been re-turfed when finalising the bunker shape. The same process as usual was used on this bunker with the removal of all the old sand and drainage lines. This bunker was then widened by around 2 metres with about 30 cm of this taken off the face to reduce the slope to the green and help the sand hold on the face of the bunker. A small lip was created on the green side to reduce the amount of surface run off from rain and the sprinkler system. The back lip of the bunker was also raised to improve the visibility of the bunker from the fairway. Once the shaping and clean out was complete new drainage lines were cut into the floor and the new drainage lines installed. Bunker mat then installed on the steep faces of the bunker and shade cloth over the drainage lines. Nearly done, new sand, turf replace around the edges and trench to take water away from the bunker filled and it is all complete.

We will now start on the bunker on the left of the 8th hole. The floor of this will be raised to enable easier access for the bunker rake. The bulk of the tongue on the fairway side will be removed to enlarged the bunker and allow for easier and more effective raking. The front lip will be raised also to improve visibility from the fairway.

We are also looking for a volunteer out there that might be interested in raking the bunkers on Monday or Tuesday each week before the Tuesday and Wednesday comps. Bill Miller has been doing this for quite a while and is now not able to. The bunkers had improved significantly with 2 rakes per week and we are keen to continue this practice to provide better playing conditions for all. This could be done by one person or a group on a rotational basis. If you are interested please contact myself, Cam or Warren. Cam will provide all the training and advise needed. You can also speak to Bill if you would like to know more.

14th bunker with mat in place on the face of the bunker