Okay, so here is some clarification:
The barranca runs all the way from 12 through to 7 on the southernmost part of the course. It is in play or part of the hole at a minimum on 1,3,4,5,6,8,11,12,14,16,17 and 18. The cement bottomed parts were more of “retainage” planning than anything else many years ago and well after the great floods. Long term, we would of course like to return to the look and feel of the old 1920 and 30’s photos, particularly around 16 and 18. This is something Kyle feels is unfinished at this point. In 2012, the entire back 9 was turfed in hybrid Bermuda.
In a few weeks, we will close the front 9 to sand cap all the tees and then sod all fairways and tees in the same hybrid Bermuda as last year. Significant tree removal will also take place on the front side. 100 trees came down on the back, more will come down on the front. All tree decisions are based on a agronomic, safety and aesthetic plan.
Forward tees are being added on most holes. It is an amazing walking, fun, sporty old course with great greens that, this time of year, consistently run 11.5 -12.5.
Randy St. John CCM
General Manager/COO
Wilshire Country Club