TRAVELS WITH TERRY

Globetrotting consulting agronomist Terry Buchen visits many golf courses annually with his digital camera in hand. He shares helpful ideas relating to maintenance equipment from the golf course superintendents he visits — as well as a few ideas of his own — with timely photos and captions that explore the changing world of golf course management.

Cocktail Glass Holder Practice Green Markers

The Himalayas Putting Course is a very popular feature with the 36-hole membership during special events at The TwinEagles Club in Naples, Florida. In addition to the 18 checkered flag practice green markers, there are 18 custom-made markers that have four cup holders on each, placed adjacent to the practice green markers and numbered 1 to 18. The markers are made of wood, with a metal spike at the bottom to hold them in place, and the cup holders are made of composite material. The wood portions are stained, and the numbers are painted, at least once per year. Tee markers are not required, as the hole numbers are easily seen to provide direction to the next hole. Theft has not been an issue; they are repaired as necessary, and a few spares will be placed in inventory. The Himalayas green will be used much more in the future, as it will be lighted soon for nighttime events. Darren Gafford, director of agronomy, did extensive online research and visited the Streamsong Resort for the design concepts and then they were made locally.




Signs of the times

I have seen plenty in my travels over the years. Here are some of the most creative signs I’ve spotted while on the road.

Terry Buchen, CGCS, MG, is president of Golf Agronomy International. He’s a 51-year, life member of the GCSAA. He can be reached at 757-561-7777 or terrybuchen@earthlink.net.

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