Thank you to all for the nice comments and warm reception for "The Hole Story" blog. I am so pleased to be afforded the opportunity to showcase our beautiful golf course and all of the work that goes into maintaining and improving upon what we have here at the Country Club of Barre. I cannot say enough about this years grounds crew. Comprised of veterans and enthusiastic newcomers all are dedicated to putting out the best possible product for members and visitors alike. While working on the course can be incredibly rewarding, it sometimes has it challenges, for example, clocking in at 5:30, working all weekends during the summer, like the post office....working in rain, snow, sleet and hail, dealing with equipment breakdowns and challenges. It is the job of a golf course crew to maintain the golf course while not being an impediment to play. As a result, the crew remains behind the scences and generally do not receive positive feedback for a job well done from those enjoying the fruits of their labor. Next time you see a crew member, be sure to thank them. I am ever grateful to all of the members of my crew for their reliability and dedication. Thanks guys!
Check back, in upcoming posts we will have, get to know the crew member features.
This week there is a lot happening on the golf course. Along with regular maintenance duties, we have been meeting with members of the VGA and the Amateur Committee to discuss the fast approaching Vermont Amateur Golf Tournament that will be hosted this year by CCB. Being asked to host the amateur is an honor and a supreme vote of confidence from the governing body of the Vermont golfing community. Upon notification, the Board, Roger, and myself began planning and preparations some two years ago. You may have noticed new men's tees being added on holes #1, #11, and #14. Additionally while adding these tees, we also built new ladies tees on holes #11 & #13. Also, due in large part to the generous labor and equipment contributions from Mike and Eric Lajuenesse we have greatly improved our driving range. Along with adding significant landing area down the left side, new target greens have been shaped as well as a large new teeing area. This week seeding preparations for the new teeing area have occurred. Hopefully with mother natures cooperation it will be ready very soon. Future plans also include a new teeing area on the right side, creating an almost stadium like atmosphere for the range. In front of the clubhouse, a beautiful new leader board has been installed. While these improvements have been done in anticipation of the upcoming Vermont Amateur Tournament, members will benefit for years to come.
You can help too with preparations! Sign up in the pro shop to volunteer on the course in coming weeks so we can put our best possible foot forward in showcasing our course to the many that will participate and attend the Vermont Amateur event.
Doc Garand filing divots on #3 fairway. Thanks for the help and donuts Doc!
One of the most noticeable happenings on the course may be the stair project on #13 tee. Thanks to a very generous donation from Tom and Charlotte MacLeay, we now have a beautiful set of stairs leading up to #13 teeing area. The stairs were constructed by Duane Wells Construction.
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I would love to hear from any of you regarding the golf course, or with suggested blog topics. I can be reached by email at LBKMT@hotmail.com.
Until next time......hit em straight!
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