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The Art of Maintenance
Art and maintenance… two things that are not normally associated with each other. For many, maintenance is a mundane task, vacuous of thought and abundant in labor. On the golf course maintenance is taken to the next level. Superintendents have learned to shed the myopic view that sometimes accompanies repetition and look deeper into the business of maintenance. Timing, precision, and calculation, are all components of a well rounded plan that have their roots based in the art of maintenance. […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Wedding Planning
As a wedding planner I get a lot of feedback from brides on things they wished they had done for their wedding and some things they wished they hadn’t spent so much time on. Planning a wedding is no easy task but it is a lot of fun for most! During the planning period it is easy to get a head of yourself and out a lot on your plate because you think you will have plenty of time…that time […]
Craft Beer: The Ever Changing Tap
We all know that brands like Budweiser, Coors Light, Heineken and so many others will never be a thing of the past, but could they be competing with some local craft beers? In the past few years there has been a climb in the number of craft breweries popping up in our communities, and it has begun to spark an interest and even create a hobby with many beer drinkers. As someone who enjoys going to new local restaurants I […]
POA – A Seed Head Unlike Any Other
May is a great month; the sun is bright and shining high in the sky, the threat of frost is all but gone and flowers are in full bloom all around us. But while May is one of my favorite months, there is a down side during this time period that I must deal with every new season, Poa seed heads. For many, the term poa seed heads means nothing, but for those that do know the term you are […]
What Trends Will You Be Following This Season?
As somebody who loves attending weddings as much as I love to plan them there is nothing better than seeing what brides are doing at their weddings and what might be trending during that time. Year after year we see what trends brides are doing and what trends the wedding industry wants to see. It would take you a couple days to read through all of the trends that are arising, so I went thorough and picked out some of […]
August 2, 2017
Have you ever been to a Top Golf location? There are a multitude of games to play and each gives the player(s) a different experience. Top Golf In our signature game, players score points by hitting balls (assigned using our microchip technology) into any target. The more accurate your shot and the farther the distance, the more points you earn. Top Scramble Beginner, and experienced golfers compete mano-a-mano on a level playing field. Players are split into teams, and the […]
July 19, 2017
Two tips I received from tour caddies… They might sound simple, but might well help you lower your score! Throughout my life I’ve had a passion for golf and, for many years I also had an inner drive to improve my game. I practiced, I sought out renowned teachers for lessons and I read books with subject matter covering all aspects of the game. Given all of that and, although profoundly simple, I think the two most helpful tips […]
July 12, 2017
Written by Garrett Norris Edited by Doug Alderman Have you ever wondered how to become the Tom Brady of golf? It is not just in the training and practice that makes him great, but as well as his diet. Chances are, you don’t share the same diet as Tom and Gisele, and if you did, that also doesn’t mean that you could be the greatest golfer of all time. Tom just has the right balance of hard work, dedication, practice, […]
June 30, 2017
This post is written by Rick Bouthiette of Rick Bouthiette Photography. You can see more of his work here. Where do we begin? The views and the beautiful backdrop of the golf course? The attentive and professional staff? The phenomenal food? Well, we’ll start with the views and the gorgeous grounds. There’s no shortage of photo opportunities around the property. The Garden’s landscaping is always meticulously manicured and makes an amazing backdrop for beautiful wedding photos. At every turn the […]
June 21, 2017
When do you need a new putter? If you average more than 2 putts per green in a round, it’s time for something new. But… Which putter is the right one? Should you get a blade or a mallet? What length should you get? What is the best grip for you? Who should you go to for the answers to these questions? Do you watch Golf on television? The tour players have putting all figured out, right. Well, not necessarily, […]
June 14, 2017
Have you ever played a course for first time and wondered, “What tees should I play from?” Did you ask the starter/pro shop for advice? Did you and your group just decide on a tees based on what other groups were playing? Here are 3 Tee Selection Myths debunked: Myth #1 – Certain tees are for certain genders That’s right, all tees are for all genders. In fact, the reason certain tees are called ‘Ladies Tees’ are […]
June 7, 2017
This past Saturday, June 3rd, The Oaks Golf Links hosted its inaugural PGA Junior League Match. As the Captain of the team I couldn’t be prouder of our kids and current Junior Golf program. Thanks to our generous Junior Golf sponsors and supportive owners here at The Oaks Golf Links we are taking huge strides towards putting Junior golf on the map here in Somersworth, NH. Meet our u13 players! Team Fowler: Mason – Barrington NH Maeve – Madbury NH […]
May 31, 2017
Written by: Sarah Cote When working in a golf course bar, we get to know our members very well and a community is created. We share stories, we hear about families and vacations, and we certainly learn what each person likes to drink. This is one of the greatest parts about working at the Candia Woods Clearing. I value the relationships and the people that I have met at the course and that I know will be there week after […]
May 24, 2017
I have been wanting to address this issue for a long time since I receive many comments about green speeds from our customers as our spring greens aeration is behind us for the time being and much anticipated improved weather is ahead of us ensuring peak golfing conditions. There have been past days when golfers would have asked me if I thought the green speed number posted outside the golf shop was accurate. Some has said the greens were faster […]
July 19, 2017
Two tips I received from tour caddies… They might sound simple, but might well help you lower your score! Throughout my life I’ve had a passion for golf and, for many years I also had an inner drive to improve my game. I practiced, I sought out renowned teachers for lessons and I read books with subject matter covering all aspects of the game. Given all of that and, although profoundly simple, I think the two most helpful tips […]
July 12, 2017
Written by Garrett Norris Edited by Doug Alderman Have you ever wondered how to become the Tom Brady of golf? It is not just in the training and practice that makes him great, but as well as his diet. Chances are, you don’t share the same diet as Tom and Gisele, and if you did, that also doesn’t mean that you could be the greatest golfer of all time. Tom just has the right balance of hard work, dedication, practice, […]
June 30, 2017
This post is written by Rick Bouthiette of Rick Bouthiette Photography. You can see more of his work here. Where do we begin? The views and the beautiful backdrop of the golf course? The attentive and professional staff? The phenomenal food? Well, we’ll start with the views and the gorgeous grounds. There’s no shortage of photo opportunities around the property. The Garden’s landscaping is always meticulously manicured and makes an amazing backdrop for beautiful wedding photos. At every turn the […]
June 21, 2017
When do you need a new putter? If you average more than 2 putts per green in a round, it’s time for something new. But… Which putter is the right one? Should you get a blade or a mallet? What length should you get? What is the best grip for you? Who should you go to for the answers to these questions? Do you watch Golf on television? The tour players have putting all figured out, right. Well, not necessarily, […]
June 14, 2017
Have you ever played a course for first time and wondered, “What tees should I play from?” Did you ask the starter/pro shop for advice? Did you and your group just decide on a tees based on what other groups were playing? Here are 3 Tee Selection Myths debunked: Myth #1 – Certain tees are for certain genders That’s right, all tees are for all genders. In fact, the reason certain tees are called ‘Ladies Tees’ are […]
June 7, 2017
This past Saturday, June 3rd, The Oaks Golf Links hosted its inaugural PGA Junior League Match. As the Captain of the team I couldn’t be prouder of our kids and current Junior Golf program. Thanks to our generous Junior Golf sponsors and supportive owners here at The Oaks Golf Links we are taking huge strides towards putting Junior golf on the map here in Somersworth, NH. Meet our u13 players! Team Fowler: Mason – Barrington NH Maeve – Madbury NH […]
May 31, 2017
Written by: Sarah Cote When working in a golf course bar, we get to know our members very well and a community is created. We share stories, we hear about families and vacations, and we certainly learn what each person likes to drink. This is one of the greatest parts about working at the Candia Woods Clearing. I value the relationships and the people that I have met at the course and that I know will be there week after […]
May 24, 2017
I have been wanting to address this issue for a long time since I receive many comments about green speeds from our customers as our spring greens aeration is behind us for the time being and much anticipated improved weather is ahead of us ensuring peak golfing conditions. There have been past days when golfers would have asked me if I thought the green speed number posted outside the golf shop was accurate. Some has said the greens were faster […]
May 18, 2017
It’s a new era for chefs… Calculators and pads of paper are a thing of the past. In today’s commercial kitchen a chef must be computer savvy. Integrating food math into excel programs have made our lives as chefs a little easier. Inventories, food costing , order guides, prep lists, cleaning schedules, employee schedules and even seating charts are all worked into an excel format. Some are simple; others more complex. Basic sheets with formulas for costing, robust workbooks to […]