Tips and Turf Talk

Golf Tips

Ball Position
One of the most common pre - swing flaws is incorrect ball position. Most golfers have a tendency to place the golf ball too far forward in their stance. When this occurs, the golfer begins to use too many unnecessary muscles in the forearms and hands. This will cause inconsistent ball stricking and even a shank due to reaching too far for the ball in an effort to make solid contact. Here is a good "rule of thumb" for ball position:

1. From your 5 - Iron down to your sand wedge, place the golf ball in the middle of your stance.

2. For the 4 - Iron through your 2 - Iron, place the golf ball between the middle and front of your stance.

3. The driver and fairway woods should be placed just off the inside of your left heel.

Good Luck !!

"ET" Phone Home
No, not "Extra Terrestrial"..."Evapo-Transpiration". What is that strange looking thing on the driving range, and how does "It" help us? The quick answer is that "It" is the tool to help us operate our irrigation system. By having such tool we are able to collect site-specific, real-time weather information. Wind, rain, temperature, and relative humidity are all collected and used to formulate what is called an ET rate in Inches.
If we loose 1/4 inch of water to evaporation, the irrigation system can calculate the run times for each sprinkler head type to replace the loss.
How does it help my golf game? By using the weather stationwe are able to irrigate based on scientific information and not personal interpretation of weather conditions. The latter can differ quite a bit from person to person. We will use the weather station to help us keep the course healthy, playable, and water smart. Did you know that since inception Savannah Harbor has used a reclaimed water source supplied by the City of Savannah for irrigation?
 
Respectfully yours, 
Lynn Childress
Superintendent
 

Tips for Using Pesticides

Sometimes, even with good lawn care practices, weather conditions or other factors can cause pest problems to develop. Pesticides can help control many lawn pests. But pesticides have risks as well as benefits, and it is important to use them properly.

The chemicals we call pesticides include insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides. These products are designed to kill or control pest insects, weeds, and fungal diseases. Pesticides can be very effective. But don't be tempted to rely solely on pesticides as a quick-fix solution to any lawn problem. Serious, ongoing pest problems are often a sign that your lawn is not getting everything it needs. In other words, the pests may be a symptom of an underlying problem. You need to correct the underlying problem to reduce the chance that the pest will reappear.  If you have any questions about what you think is an underlying problem in your lawn email me here at Lynn.Childress@westin.com.



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