Given the current weather and the long range forecast, I pulled the trigger today on our greens aerification. Our original plan was December 1; next Monday. However, cooler weather is on the way and it looks like the greens may be frozen again next week. I can't stress the importance of these cultural practices and they simply can't be put off due to weather or our desire to wait until we are officially closed. Greens aerification will directly affect the success we have next season. With play minimal, not many are even affected by this. Topdressing will occur next Monday, keeping the greens playable for the few golfers we expect over the Thanksgiving holiday.
The final product really isn't too bad to putt on. Of course, the aren't rolling a smooth 11 feet!