On behalf of the Turfcare team we would like to thank membership for the support throughout the 2025 golf season. It was one of the better summers on record with timely rainfalls, lots of sunlight and one of the best falls we have experienced for the game of golf. Weather only impacted course availability one time this season with a closure in late fall due to heavier rainfall.
With the course closed the Turfcare team will focus the next few weeks on preparing the course for winter. There are a significant number of check marks that need to be achieved to provide the property with the best possible chance at a successful winter. This includes many product applications timed accordingly with weather and forecast. We will topdress all tees and fairways with a layer of sand to assist in protecting the crowns of the poa plants through winter. Accessories will be removed and ready for refurbishing throughout the winter. Balancing the winter preparation items with continued maintenance and some small projects that we hope will improve the experience for next season. When we are finished with these items the Turfcare team will flip into tree work and removal for the months of November and into December. There are a number of trees in need of removal and this program will continue throughout winter into the New Year.
We hope all members have a great winter ahead and we look forward to welcoming you all back to Niakwa in the spring of 2026.