Kimball Golf Club news

Member Appreciation Day, Sept. 29

Season Pass Members will enjoy a luncheon from 11 a.m.-
2 p.m. Sunday, followed by a whole lot of fun on the golf course with prizes on many holes for best shots.

Low prices for fall golf

The cost of golf has been reduced for late season play at Kimball Golf Club as follows:

• Play 18 holes with a cart during the week – $25

• Play 18 holes with a cart on weekends – $30

• Seniors, Monday thru Friday before noon, with a cart – $20

United States Golf Association (USGA) tips for fall play

Fall is a great season for golf. The heat of summer has passed, and courses are enjoying some of their best playing conditions of the year. Fall is also a time of transition when many important changes happen on golf courses. Here are three things every golfer should know about fall course conditions:

• Watch for frost

It is important not to walk or drive on frost-covered grass to avoid causing damage that may not heal until next spring. Remember, there may be frost at the course even if there is none on your grass at home. If in doubt, check with the clubhouse.

• Grass may be a little taller

At many golf courses, superintendents slightly raise mowing heights during fall to help grass generate and store energy for winter. Leaves are like solar panels, so more surface area means more energy for the plant. The extra leaf surface also helps to maintain good playability into the late fall as turf growth slows or stops.

• Leaf cleanup is underway

Leaves are falling and maintenance staffs are working hard to keep playing surfaces clear. Unfortunately, it can be tough to keep up when tens of thousands of leaves may fall from a single tree. Try to be understanding if you encounter tree debris on a putting green or have difficulty finding a ball hidden under some leaves. Before your round, check to see if a local rule is in place that allows for a free drop if your ball is lost amongst fallen leaves.

The beauty of the golf course

Many more good weather golfing days are expected – a great time of the year to enjoy golf and the beauty of the changing colors at Kimball Golf Club.

Golf … The Game for Life!