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Committed to Excellence: A Deeper Look at Our Offseason Course Maintenance

  • Writer: Lakewood Shores
    Lakewood Shores
  • Sep 22
  • 2 min read
A view of a golf course showing a green, fairway, and rough. In the foreground, a large patch of ground is covered in small, dark brown plugs of soil from recent aerification maintenance.

At Lakewood Shores, our commitment to providing an exceptional golfing experience doesn't end when the season does. While the vibrant colors of fall may signal a slowdown for some, it's a crucial time for our grounds crew to begin the work that ensures our courses—The Gailes, Blackshire, and The Serradella—are in pristine condition for the following season. We're excited to announce a major step in this process: the completion of aerification on all three of our championship courses.


A wide shot of a golf course featuring a large patch of aerated ground in the foreground where several birds are foraging. In the distance, a putting green is visible surrounded by trees under a clear sky.

You may have noticed the small holes on the tee boxes and wondered why we would do this. Aerification is one of the most vital practices in golf course maintenance. It’s a process where we create small perforations in the soil to alleviate compaction. Over a busy season, the continuous foot traffic from golfers and equipment can compress the soil, which restricts water, nutrients, and oxygen from reaching the grassroots. By aerifying, we're giving the turf a chance to breathe. This promotes a deeper, healthier root system, which in turn leads to stronger, more resilient playing surfaces


A golf course groundskeeper operates a red walk-behind aerator on a section of the course. The machine is actively punching holes in the turf, leaving a path of dark brown soil plugs behind it. A field of tall yellow wildflowers is visible in the background.
A close-up, front-facing view of a red walk-behind aerator on a golf course tee box. The machine's tines are visible, and it is leaving behind a path of dark brown soil plugs. A groundskeeper is operating the equipment, with a fairway and a treeline in the background.

This is just the beginning of our comprehensive offseason plan. We understand that our guests expect nothing but the best, and our team is fully dedicated to enhancing the quality of every aspect of our resort. From the challenging Scottish-style links of The Gailes to the rugged beauty of The Blackshire and the lush, floral landscape of The Serradella, our goal is to ensure each course is a true testament to our passion for the game.


A groundskeeper operates a walk-behind aerator on a section of a golf course, leaving a trail of soil plugs behind. In the immediate foreground, a field of yellow wildflowers adds a burst of color, with a fairway and treeline visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Our work continues throughout the coming months, driven by our commitment to delivering a truly memorable golfing experience. We can't wait to see you back on the fairways next season, enjoying the fruits of our labor.


 
 
 
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