Monday, July 11, 2011

Preparing for a HOT few days

We are starting off the new week the way we ended the weekend, hot. As the above map shows, today is going to be one of the high points in another Midwest summer.
Although we have great concern for the turf, the health of the staff is always a concern during spells like this. Sunscreen, Bucket Hats and plenty of hydration are paramount during the dog days of summer.
Below are a few of the ways we help the turf survive the summer months.
SIUC Turf Intern Eric Suryk hand waters high spots in the early AM
No mowing today, Mike Bushur uses rollers to give the greens a break on a hot day