We found some unique turf damage on the golf course today. See if you can figure out the cause:
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| The damage is pictured above. The turf is Kentucky Bluegrass and is located in the primary cut of rough on hole #10. |
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| Here is a close- up of one of the five or so areas affected. |
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| The area outlined in red shows a distinct pattern. |
These areas appeared after our July 4th celebrations at the club. There were activities for children and many families walked to other locations on the property to get a good view of the fireworks. The cause of this damage is...... Insect Repellent! The pattern shows a well- intentioned mother or father lined their children up like ducks in a row and gave them all a treatment, undoubtedly to prevent itchy mosquito bites. We see insect repellent damage every year and the damage can be confusing at first but once you spot the flip- flop prints the diagnosis is a lock. Luckily this damage occurred in the rough and this turf will recover. However, we would like to promote the application of these products in the rough only and not on the green, tee, or fairway- ideally on the cart path!
