BULLETIN FOR MEMBERS

FEBRUARY 2012

DUE TO TEETHING PROBLEMS WITH THE HANDICAP SYSTEM IN 2011, CLUB2000 HAVE NOW CORRECTED AND UPGRADED THE SYSTEM INCORPORATING ALL CONGU CHANGES FOR 2013.

THE MATCH COMMITTEE WILL BE RUNNING A TEST COMPETITION ON THE 25TH FEBRUARY 2012 IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE "PROFESSIONAL'S" COMPETITION, THIS WILL REQUIRE THAT YOU SIGN IN AT THE PRO SHOP AND ENTER YOUR SCORES IN THE CLUBHOUSE.  THIS IS TO PROVE THAT THE TEST WORKS, A NOMINAL FEE OF 1 PENCE WILL BE CHARGED FROM YOUR GOLD CARD.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A TEST ONLY AND WILL NOT AFFECT YOUR HANDICAP.

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR CO-OPERATION IN ADVANCE.

CAN WE REMIND OUR MEMBERS  THAT A COMPLETE LIST OF CURRENT MEMBERS HOLDING A CONGU HANDICAP AT CHILWELL IS BOARDED IN THE SPIKE BAR.

INACTIVE HANDICAPS -   MEMBERS NOT HAVING PLAYED THE REQUISITE AMOUNT OF 3 CARDS IN STROKEPLAY OR SUPPLEMENTARY SC ORES WILL HAVE SHOWN AGAINST THEIR NAME THE LETTER i  INDICATING INACTIVE HANDICAP.

ANY MEMBERS WHO ARE AFFECTED WILL THEN BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT 3 CARDS- PLEASE PLACE THESE IN THE CABINET MARKED FOR "HANDICAP".

THE COMPUTER IN THE CLUBHOUSE WILL BECOME ACTIVE FOR MEMBERS ON THE 1ST MARCH TO ENTER COMPETITIONS FOR 2012. THIS IS 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE THURSDAY MEDAL ON 22ND MARCH 2012.

Alan Roberts – Match Secretary.

WE RAISED £460 FOR DIABETES UK.

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND GENEROSITY

RESULTS:

We played 21 matches and 3 pairings won 5 & 4. The prize money donated by Ping will be split between these pairs

S. Austin & R.Gee
S. Nugent & L.Guest
D. Oldham & C. Oldham

The Professionals Prize Draw

will take place on 31 December 2011, in the Clubhouse @ 1:30pm approx 

The weekly report can now be found in the "Course Conditions" area of the web-site.

Go to the Home Page, select Course Conditions in the menu on the left hand side, and click on the report you wish to see. 

Course Architect, Johnathan Tucker, was commissioned to undertake a comprehensive course review.
The on course visit was over a two day period during October. The report was received and reviewed by the Greens' sub committee, and was then presented to the Main committe at the Management Meeting on the 14th November. The work in involved in implemeting the recommendations is extensive and costly, and will take several years to complete. The Committee agreed that we accept and implement the proposals in the report.

Members who wish to see the report, please click on the following link: Course Report

VISIT BY

HENRY BECHELET
STRI AGRONOMIST

WEDNESDAY 12^th OCTOBER 2011

Henry’s presentation commenced at 7pm to an audience of approximately 80 people. He explained that the Sports Turf Research Institute (STRI) is an independent body which is totally self- funding and specialises in all types of sports turf surfaces - 70% of which are golf related. They are advisors to the R&A and also annually advise on the Open venue.

Henry himself has had 20 years experience and has for four years specifically advised Chilwell Manor.
He initially spoke of the Greens and how, by taking a series of measurements  annually (speed, surface hardness, smoothness of roll), it is possible to show the effectiveness of the maintenance work in reducing the thatch content.

The fairways were obviously suffering from the extreme drought conditions. Henry explained about the different grasses and their characteristics - especially the annual meadow grass on a clay based soil that we have at Chilwell which is not drought tolerant, resulting in the large bare areas evident on the course at the moment. Mowing was necessary throughout the year to keep the more hardy grasses under control - the cutting height of 15mm was fine but could be raised to 17mm but Henry felt this was not necessary. The view of members that mowing was scalping the fairways was a misconception ; the reason high points were bare was the fact that the grass had died or was dormant. Unless there is a significant improvement in the course, the use of fairway mats would be beneficial during the winter. In order to help recovery, many areas will need re-seeding and/or re-turfing.  Trolleys will need to be kept off  the fairways and well away from green surrounds. Good growing conditions now and in the spring will, of course, greatly assist the situation.

 The Captain then explained that a Green’s sub-committee had been formed to review all aspects of the course - including the difficulties we are having with the 7^th hole.  It had been decided to employ a course architect to assist with the review, and also to investigate the need for planning permission if a net was eventually needed along the 7^th.
Paul, the Club Professional,  has agreed to join the Green’s Committee.
Henry Bechelet has agreed to hold a similar evening in 2012 on the day he undertakes his annual visit.

 Chris Lawrence
Hon Sec

 The winners of the Trophy were Chris Mansfield and Ian Craig, congratulations to them.  Presenting the Trophy was Ron's wife Phylis.

At the prizegiving a cheque was presented to the representative of the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance by our Ted Kitley.

Ten years ago Ted was very grateful for being airlifted from the course and we are very happy he is still here to-day.

The sum raised amounted to £2300 this includes a donation from one of our members, the majority coming from the Gilbert Greenall Charity Open, held in July.

The full report is now available, and there are copies in the Main Lounge, Small Lounge, Spike Bar, Professional's Shop and in the members area of the web-site.

The report covers some areas of members concerns,ie; tinning of greens, cutting of fairways, fungal rings on the greens.

Click on this link to see the report:

Notice to All Members

Due to the considerable quantity of  golf balls being hit out of bounds and causing damage to the adjacent properties, the 7^th Tee will be moved again to an area in front of the dyke.

It is with regret that we note the miss-hit golf balls have not been reported to either the Professional or the Honorary Secretary. 

Jack Prescott.

Honorary Greens Secretary.

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Alan Roberts - Match Secretary.

Click here to se the winners

Well done to Steve Austin for winning the annual Golfing trip to Skegness; with Chris Johnson second & James Vincent Third, from a very competitive field of 28 participants mainly from CMGC.

Best wishes to all

Phil Vincent

Once again congratulations to our Mens Foursomes Team for winning through to the next round.

Course Conditions

Although the course is improving, conditions warrant that Pick and Place is retained for another 2 weeks - this will be reviewed on the 9th July.

Autumn Invitation

Due to many requests from the members it has been decided to reinstate this competition.  We need your support as early as possible to allow us to assess the feasability of the competition going ahead.

County Quaich Competition at Chilwell (23rd July).

There have been many enquires as to whether we have courtesy of other courses on this day.  I have been advised by the County, this is not so!

When all the Clubs have submitted their team the County will then advise what tee closure they require.  I will inform the members of this accordingley.

Alan Roberts - Match Secretary.

The above was held at Rushcliffe Golf Club on the 11th and 12th June 2011.

The winner of the above was our very own Jeff Wheeldon who won 4 and 3 on the final day.

Many congratulations to Jeff on his achievement.

Alan Roberts - Match Secretary.

COURSE SIGNAGE

New tee signs will be installed on the Course over the next three weeks.

These signs have been made at no cost to the Club, and any maintenance will be undertaken by the plaque owner.

Each hole has a designated sponsor and they will be entitled to two complimentary tee times per month. Their allocated times will be on a “when available” basis, as dictated by the Club.

JACK PRESCOTT  ll
HONORARY GREENS SECRETARY

7th HOLE

The works alongside the 7th hole have exposed the course boundaries, and damage or injury could be caused by mis-hit golf balls

The tee has been moved to it’s current position, and will remain there until suitable cover is available.

Jack Prescott
Greens Chairman

On Saturday 5th March during the evening of the Captain's Last Dance, a representative from Nottingham Childrens Hospital was presented with a cheque from the Captain for £2601, this magnificent sum has been raised during his year.

The Captain would like to thank all of the people who contributed to this worthwhile charity.

Alan Roberts - Match Secretary.

IT WAS AGREED AT THE ANNUAL FINANCE TO INTRODUCE 6 DAY MEMBERSHIP (SUNDAY TO FRIDAY).

EXISTING MEMBERS MUST APPLY TO THE SECRETARY, EITHER IN WRITING OR BY E-MAIL, STATING THEIR NAME AND MEMBERSHIP NUMBER TO TRANSFER.

THIS SHOULD BE DONE PROMPTLY AS MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS WILL BE ISSUED SHORTLY.

NEW APPLICANTS SHOULD CONTACT THE SECRETARY ON 0115 9258958 or info@chilwellmanorgolfclub.co.uk

A thank you letter has been received from the Alzheimer's Society, which was the Charity supported by last years Captains; Phil Vincent and Dianne Whittaker. They had received a cheque for £5000 which was much appreciated.