Its that time of year, and if you haven't posted on your blog or the bulletin board why there are frost delays, here's a few resources to help.
This animated USGA video speaks on the damage caused to turf on a golf course as a result of frost conditions.
From Pace Turf:
Frost delays can be an annoyance. But they are also a very important tool for helping turf to survive the tough winter months. In this video, Dr. Larry Stowell of PACE Turf explains to golfers how frost can damage turf, and why a frost delay of even only two hours can make a big difference in turf's ability to survive. Learn more about PACE Turf at:http://www.paceturf.org/index.php/tour/
or sign up today at: http://www.paceturf.org/membership/signup.php
A few more resources:
The USGA has a few articles for printing:
- Playing Par with Jack Frost
- Jack Frost is Already Nipping
- From USGA Green Section: Frost
From Pace Turf:
Frost delays can be an annoyance. But they are also a very important tool for helping turf to survive the tough winter months. In this video, Dr. Larry Stowell of PACE Turf explains to golfers how frost can damage turf, and why a frost delay of even only two hours can make a big difference in turf's ability to survive. Learn more about PACE Turf at:http://www.paceturf.org/index.php/tour/
or sign up today at: http://www.paceturf.org/membership/signup.php
A few more resources:
- *Mountain Brook GC - An excellent educational page on the clubs website
- GCSAA - Understanding Frost Delays
- GCM - The Big Chill
- Forest Hill Field Club Turf Management Blog - Understanding Frost Delays
- U of A - Dealing with Frost Delays
- Damage from playing on golf greens with frost or frozen soil - By Dr. Leon Lucas
- Montgomery Country Club - Frost Delays
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