Welcome to April! The back nine will open for play starting April 8th while the front 9 will remain closed for the bunker project. We have gone through the back nine and have worked on roping and staking off the new bunker complexes. We are trusting each of you to help us this season and abiding by the course markings out there is huge. We frankly, don't have enough stakes and signage for every nook and cranny out here. But, we are hopeful that each of you will help us out with minimal stakes out there (don't get me wrong, there's still a lot out there). You'll notice when you get out here, some of the bunker faces had some animal damage done to them through the winter season and we will look at options to work on these areas as the weather improves and maybe even sodding may occur if areas don't fully bounce back.
As this week began, Hollembeak construction brought in some equipment and a few guys to start work on the front 9, specifically Hole #2 green and #6 green bunkers. The processes include: removing the old sod around the bunker, taking out the old sand, moving irrigation water lines, and shaping the new bunker complexes are underway. Hollembeak will continue to work this week and next provided Mother Nature does her part. Below is a picture of #2 green bunker being worked on... We are already seeing the front 9 take on a new identity!
Puppy news. In February, the Houlihan's welcomed someone new to the family. Meet Remi Rose (mini-long haired Dachshund). She was born December 2nd, 2025. Today, Remi is a whomping 7.5 lbs, has sharp baby teeth, loves everyone, and is a big time cuddler. Lately, she loves the outdoors, and is even helping picking up sticks and chasing after leaves so far for a few late night walks here at the course. It's been really nice to come back in the late evenings and walk the perimeter with her. We've seen a pack of 19 deer, and I've been able to see how the course is truly getting better for you as each day comes to a close. Spring cleanup does take time, but by next week, we will be ready to go!
