Why is Maintenance Removing Trees on Blackheath #5,#8, and #18?

Turf and trees, the epic battle for resources (sunlight, water, and nutrients) often leads to the demise of one or the other, more often it is the turf that loses. As golf course managers what can we do to successfully manage both turf and trees that dominate a golf course landscape?

Blue Heron Tree Pruning

While the Blue Heron course has been closed for February, the Blue Heron maintenance staff has been pruning trees throughout the course. You may notice a few new views or a more open feel the next time you play Blue Heron. Below is a before and after on #10, about 100 yards from the green.