New entrance sign

If you have been out to the club this spring, you may have noticed our new entrance sign. The previous sign was old and deteriorating and an update was necessary.

Before, we had a wooden sign that was built in-house by the Grounds staff many years ago. It was a three-foot square piece of wood that was solid and heavy and lasted for a long time. The lettering was routed in, and the entire sign was hand painted. The old sign was understated and certainly not fancy, but it matched the atmosphere of Bretton Woods very well. The old sign served its purpose, but it was time for an upgrade.

Our new entrance still matches the aesthetic of our club, but with a modern, updated feel. Small stone walls line the edge of the road on each side, ending at two columns just as you pass onto our property. The new sign itself is built onto a nice stone pedestal with matching stonework. Finally, there is lighting accenting all the features.

The weather cooperated nicely earlier this spring and the construction progressed smoothly. Footings were built, followed by cinder blocks and precision stonework. Electrical and lighting were next. Lastly, we graded the area and laid new sod. Once we are past the harshest of cold nights, we will be cutting in a new flower bed and planting many new flowers to enhance the beauty of the whole area. Plants have been selected and once they are in the ground, look for a future post with more details.

Although the old sign hadn’t fallen off the posts yet, it was nearing the end. We spent many hours keeping it in as good of condition as possible, but a new sign was inevitable, and we were able to get the new sign out this spring. It will be here for a long time to come.

Etiquette Reminder of the Month

Please do not climb up the steep face of the bunkers.

 

Also, as part of a Golf Committee initiative to improve course etiquette, we have included links to videos teaching proper on course etiquette. Please take a moment to watch:

Ball Marks - How to properly repair

Golf Cart tips

 

 

See you on the course!

Joe

jvillegas@bwrc.org