Tuesday, March 16, 2010

2011 Aeration Schedule

Aloha everyone,

Yes, it is that time of the year again where all the greens on Maui and Lanai are going to be punched. Although it may be a big inconvenience for the average golfer, this aeration is a vital part of keeping all of our greens healthy and playable.

The Dunes May 31 half green only June 14 second half
Elleair August
Kahili May 17
Makena May 3 /4
Kaanapali Kai May 3/4
Kaanapali Royal April 10-17 closed
Pukalani April 25/26
Wailea Gold April 26/27
Wailea Emerald May 17/18
Wailea Blue May 24/25
Kapalua Bay May 3, 4, 5 closed
Kapalua Plantation April 5, 6, 7
The Challenge May 5, 6
The Experience in Oct

When the courses aerate their greens, they usually apply a "top dressing" after the greens are punched with holes. This means that the greens are sandy but usually NOT bumpy.