Stuart Yarwood MG’s Post

After enduring a long and wettest winter on record, many golf course managers and greenkeepers are faced with the daunting task of revitalising their tees and worn areas on golf courses for the upcoming season later than usually planned. However, with drying sun and winds, grass starting to grow, and with the right approach of sustainable greenkeeping practices, it's possible to breathe new life into your tees and other worn areas and achieve optimal playing conditions for golfers 🏌♂️ Read more to see out recommended strategies for tee renovations: https://lnkd.in/eMH8PhKv

Mastering the Greens: The Art of Golf Course Management Golf course management is a multifaceted discipline that combines environmental stewardship, strategic planning, and player engagement. A successful golf course seamlessly integrates these elements to create an enjoyable and sustainable playing environment. As the golfing community continues to grow, the importance of effective course management becomes increasingly evident in preserving the integrity of the game and the beauty of the courses themselves. #golf #golfcourse #horticulture

Discover how starlings could be a natural solution to crane flies on golf course. 🐦 Learn how these birds help to maintain fine turf without harming the environment. Read our latest article to find out more: https://lnkd.in/dfZWrQFe #BGL #Golf #Sustainability #Birds

Five Western Australian golf courses have now been recognised for their efforts as part of the Waterwise Golf Program. The Wembley Golf Course received silver level accreditation, the Carramar and Wanneroo Golf Club Courses, and The Western Australian Golf Club and Hartfield Golf Clubs , have all received bronze level The Waterwise Golf Program is a joint initiative between the Golf Course Superintendents Association of Western Australia and the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and is also a specified action under the State Government's Kep Katitjin - Gabi Kaadadjan - Waterwise Perth Action Plan 2, which is supporting the establishment of world-leading waterwise communities in Perth and Peel by 2030. Water Minister Simone McGurk explains, "There are currently 15 golf courses within the program seeking accreditation under the bronze level and I encourage other golf courses to make use of the program. I encourage other golf courses to make use of the program and support irrigation going forward." "The reality of climate change is that we all need to adopt water wise practices and it's great to see these golf courses leading by example" To read more: https://lnkd.in/gpjpqHJD Sports Environment Alliance member, Peninsula Kingswood Country Golf Club is also at the forefront of regenerative efforts, enhancing soil health, safeguarding local waterways, and fostering vibrant wildlife habitats. You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/gbejW-mx #waterwise ##SEA_theChange #noplanetnoplay #FriendsofSEA #oneplanetteam #NoPlanetNoPlay #PlanetMatters #NoPlanetB #Sport #SportandClimate #ClimageChange #ClimateChangeMitigation #ClimateEducation #regeneration

Did you know that bunkers are one of the least sustainable aspects of a golf course? They utilise aggregates like sand that aren't infinite and they also require high levels of maintenance. Organisations such as the R&A have made aggregates one of their main focuses as part of their Golf Course 2030 project. Should we be looking beyond the bunker? https://lnkd.in/ekF2hUHA #BGL #golf #golfcourses #bunkers #sustainability

Maintaining a golf course pond can be challenging, but these best practices will help you keep it in top condition! 💦 #GolfCourseMaintenance #PondManagement #WaterQuality #WaterlinePreservation

Some great coverage in the latest Golf Business Canada publication from Jeff Calderwood and his team at National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) Canada in relation to our recent partnership, and the opportunities now afforded to clubs in Canada. This quote in particular jumped out at me: "golf courses have a great story to tell about their preservation of green space, biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and so much more. Improved messaging can influence future legislation in our favour... ultimately that enhanced brand leads to growing the game, as society increasingly wants to engage in activities that demonstrate sustainability." Did you know that Sustainable.Golf has a whole hub of highlights, generated by those working at the grass roots, curated by GEO Foundation for Sustainable Golf, offering insights, learning and opportunities to promote positive action in golf's sustainability journey? Go take a look... https://lnkd.in/eCAjjev4 #sustainability #golf #biodiversity #carbon #communities #canada #sustainablegolf

In our increasingly fast-paced world, it’s more important than ever to stay connected to the things that matter most to us and be intentional with our precious time. You can learn more about slow living and where golf resort marketing should play into this in the full article in the comments. #SlowLiving #GolfResortMarketing