Gee guys...sorry about the delay, but I have been working today in the deeper recesses of the 3,000 acre river swamp....no Joe, I didn't say retreating
...did see panther tracks though.
Adam....to clarify, I mean a green divided in two by the afore mentioned swale/ridge scenario.
Tom....all that you suggest can be explored, clarified, amplified, whatever, over a few good bottles of our choice....actually I'm exploring starting a Boutique Vodka Distillery [if you care to invest]. Maybe we could have a few thoughts over sips of Satilla River Distillery's "Sweet Swamp Water Tea Flavored Vodka"..... I miss you man!
Patrick...I'm suggesting subtle play options, not any different than those found in green side chipping/putting areas. Extreme maintenance situations would only occur because of the few that don't have a clue of how to play the game, and you can't design for them.
Sean....as you suggest, #16 North Berwick would be a good example of this concept if the separating mid swale was closely mown instead of green surface. As steep as it is, I wonder if this was not the situation in days long ago.
Joe...the body is great...and the mind seems similar...except my vantage point is from the inside looking out.