The attached photos represent the condition of the weak areas on a number of our greens.  The simple explanation is – July and August are our most aggressive months for cultural practices, resulting in thinner less aggressive turf.  We tend to verti-cut and dethatch our greens very diligently during this period.  Areas such as perimeters and mounded surfaces suffer a bit more stress during this process.  We have moved into our growth period.  This is the time of the Summer that we adjust our fertility and push recovery.  We will begin to see a significant difference in color and density throughout the next couple of weeks.  This will continue as we ramp up for Season.  We spent the first part of Summer focusing on what is happening beneath the canopy of the turf, the remainder will be spent on presentation and playability.  Within each green we have at least 4 different micro-environments; the low areas, the perimeters, the mounded surfaces and the flat areas.  The goal is to make them react and play similarly.  Now that we have done the work beneath, we can focus on what your eyes see.  

A side note on the conditions of the Lakes.  We experienced quite an Algae Bloom following the latest Tropical event.  I have been in close contact with our lake contractor and have seen significant improvement over their last two treatments.  I am confident they will continue to make adjustments to ensure the health and appearance of our water bodies.  This will be aided by the installation of our aeration devices in the near future.  

Keeping my nose to the grindstone and focusing on our major events right around the corner, I have neglected to properly communicate our process.  I will re-emphasize my dedication to making sure our owners and guests are aware of our happenings.