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Frost Delays
We are at that time of year where the temperatures will reach below the freezing mark frequently overnight. When this happens we will typically have a frost on the ground, or a frozen playing surface as a result. On these days we will have to delay play for a few hours to allow the frost to burn off or the playing surface to thaw.
We do this for one reason, to protect the turf.
Golf Pros and Superintendents do not like to delay play, but they are more concerned about turf damage and the quality if conditions for the golfer
Key points:
- Frost is basically frozen dew that has crystallized on the grass, making it hard and brittle. A grass blade is actually 90 percent water, therefore it also freezes.
- Walking on frost-covered greens causes the plant to break and cell walls to rupture, thereby losing its ability to function normally.
- When damaged, the putting surface weakens and becomes more susceptible to disease and weeds.
- One foursome can leave several hundred footprints on each green, causing extensive damage.
- A short delay while the frost melts can preserve the quality of the greens and prevent needless repairs
Thanks for your support and understanding.
If we work together we can keep turf damage to a minimum and undue repair costs down.
Good Golfing, keep it in the short stuff.
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Phil Krawczuk
Canadian PGA Class “A”
Head Golf Pro
Sechelt Golf & Country Club