This tour is a great exercise for members to learn about trees on the golf course and to understand the positives and negatives of trees.
Today we explored locations for the 4 steps to the plan; plantings, pruning, transplanting and removal. During the tour we discussed the entire process. For example, when we talk about young trees being planted to close to one another, we point out mature varieties so the member can have a better grasp of what will eventually occur on the course.
When it comes to removal it is very important to understand why a tree should be removed. As I have discussed many times, Denver weather can be very difficult on trees. We are seeing many trees in failing health and will need to be removed by winter. Others can still be saved, Mother Nature is helping now with all of this moisture.
In regards to planting, it is important to understand what tree and where to plant a tree that is favorable not only for the long term health of the tree, and so it does not affect the property in a negative way.
You will notice some marked trees on the golf course. These trees are marked to STAY. It is easier for the eye and mind to see markings and picture that specific tree remaining in place. There are a few marked areas on the course. These markings will stay for a couple of days so the committee members can view them.
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