FROST DELAYS

What to keep in mind this winter

BY LOU SILVEIRA GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

As we transition into the cooler months of the year, we wanted to keep you informed about an important seasonal consideration that affects our play: frost delays.

Frost delays occur when low temperatures overnight cause frost to form on the grass. This frost can be detrimental to the health of our golf course, and for the safety and enjoyment of our members. We understand that frost delays can be frustrating, but they are essential for maintaining the quality of our course in the long run.

Here are a few key points to remember about frost delays:

• Safety First: The primary reason for frost delays is to protect the health of the grass on our golf course. Playing on frost-covered grass can damage the turf and create hazardous playing conditions. We prioritize your safety and the health of our course.

• Variable Start Times: Frost delays are unpredictable and can vary depending on weather conditions. We closely monitor temperatures and conditions each morning to make the best decision for your golfing experience.

• Communication: We aim to provide timely updates on frost delays through communication with the Golf Shop and clubhouse staff. Please check our official channels for the latest information before coming to the course.

• Carts and Foot Traffic: During frost delays, we kindly ask members to refrain from using golf carts and walking on frost-covered areas. This will help preserve the course and ensure that it recovers more quickly.

• Practice Facility: In some cases, the practice facility may be closed during frost delays. We appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure the health and longevity of our entire golf course.

We understand frost delays can be an inconvenience, but please know our top priority is to maintain the excellent playing conditions you have come to expect at Woodbridge. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we navigate through this seasonal challenge.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns about frost delays, or any other aspect of our golf course maintenance, please don't hesitate to reach out to me or any member of our team. We are here to make your experience at Woodbridge the best it can be.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our golf course. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon.

Golf Text Updates: As easy as 1-2-3!

If you would like to be notified each morning of a frost delay, we send out text notifications. Please make sure you're on the Golf Text list by following these three simple steps:

1. On your cell phone, open your texting app

2. In the "To:" space, type 38316

3. In the "Message:" space, type WGCCGOLF (make sure this is all one word)

You'll receive an instant response saying you are now subscribed to the Golf list.