Kelowna Springs Year End-Plan 2021

Nov 10, 2021

To wrap up what has been a very busy but productive year, we have 3 major tasks to finish of 2021.

Finish off the project on #1 tee

Our goal with this project was to re-establish a solid pond wall bank, alter some of the growing medium of the tee decks, the irrigation surrounding the area, as well as develop a nice showcase hardscape as you play 1, 2, and 18. We hope to have the whole area shaped and some of the tees sodded, weather permitting. Tasks we will leave for 2022 will consist of finishing the cap work on the wall, the reinstallation of the irrigation, sodding the surroundings and any final details that remain.

Leaf and debris management

As we wind down the year we try and gather/ mulch the heavy amount of leaves that fall. This task will be continuous until the snow falls. We do our best to get the majority picked up before the snow season for a few reasons. Firstly, fall golf is slightly impacted with leaves such as losing golf balls, struggling to find them and challenges on the putting green. Secondly, is if an abundance of leaves are on the playing surfaces it can create an area for mold to grow under the snow cover and negatively impact the playing conditions for next season. Lastly, by having the leaves picked up this season it allows for a smoother opening as the spring tends to leave the course moist and we cannot access a lot of areas to pick up remaining leaves.

Winter preparation for greens and short grass areas

Winter preparation is a long process but coming to the end of the season for us always has small tasks. We remove all water features and fountains, blow out any irrigation water lines and/ or washrooms to prevent freezing. For our greens preparation we apply a sand layer to protect the crown from winter desiccation and damage, then we vent with a bayonet tine to allow for air and water exchange, followed by a slight brush and roll to allow for proper displacement of the sand. The final stage of the plan is to apply a plant protectant application to minimize and disease activity. Tees and fairways have already been vented throughout the fall and the last of them is the plant protectant.

We as the Maintenance team at Kelowna Springs thank you for your patience as we slowly put things to rest after a great season and we look forward to seeing everyone in 2022.

I organize a conference each year for about 70 people and this year we had our Golf Tournament at Kelowna Springs - Everything was first class and all the members liked it so much we re-booked them for next year - Something we have never done before.
Tournament Organizer

We always eat after our round of golf here. They are consistently good at keeping the specials a mix of interesting dishes. Prices are fair and service is good. We have often met others sitting on the patio enjoying the view only to find out they were not golfers but came because of the good food. The view from the patio and the window seats inside all have a super view of the 18th, the small lake and the course.
Reviewed Aug 22, 2018

We have been holding meetings for the last three years at the Legends Restaurant. It is one of our favourite venues. We get our best membership turn out 37 -40 people because the service and food are always outstanding! Liisa, the manager, her assistants and the chefs always delivery top quality food and service. We give it 5 stars and huge kudos to Liisa who is super organized, efficient, personable and so prompt in replying to requests.
Jadine Leclaire, Chairperson of the Okanagan Valley Miata Club

Excellent shape and still the best golf value in Kelowna. Heartily recommended.
John (Facebook - June, 2017)

"Well maintained, great greens. Close to town with tees to suit almost every player, wonderful staff, great food and an overall good golf experience. The greens are the best I have played in the Valley!"
C. Stewake, Kelowna BC, August 2016

Kelowna Springs Year End-Plan 2021

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