Ipswich Country Club GCM

Over the past two weeks, agronomy has seen a big increase in unfixed ball marks. A ball mark can cause the turf in the depression to die, leaving not just a scar but also a pit in the putting surface that can knock putts offline. These pits also provide an avenue to allow for poa annua (weed) encroachment an undesirable turf species on Ipswich's greens. Repairing a ball mark restores a smooth putting surface and keeps the turf healthy. Growth on the greens will be minimal fo

We would like to thank the numerous members who responded to our request for feedback on the proposed tree work on the 2nd hole. The input we received whether via email or in conversation around the course was appreciated and illustrates the thought and care much of the membership puts into the well being of the course. Also a big thanks to the Ipswich Greens Committee for all the time and effort they have put into our meetings this entire season. On the subject of the 2nd ho

Tree work to the right of 2 was originally planned to be performed today October 16th. We postponed this work earlier in the week due to the wet conditions of the course and the additional rain forecasted for today. This work was discussed and approved by the Ipswich Greens Committee and originally included the removal of two pines and 1 small hardwood tree along the right-side of the path. The large oak tree immediately before the green was to be pruned but remain. This work