Jack Nicklaus Signature course, Mayacama, reopens after renovation

Mayacama Golf Club completed its golf course renovation, which included re-grassing 18 greens and reconstructing 57 bunkers. Additionally, the re-building of all tees are underway.

The Jack Nicklaus Signature course is located in Santa Rosa, Calif.

The decision to re-grass all 18 holes came after spring aeration 2016 when several greens did not recover as expected. The swift decision-making of owners and investors to re-grass all 18 greens and practice greens led to quick mobilization of construction crews and commencement of work. A bunker renovation was already underway and the decision to re-build all tees was also made to not only improve the greens but vastly improve the players overall experience.

Integrity of the Jack Nicklaus Signature design was paramount throughout the entire process, being that this was the first renovation since its establishment in 2001. On Jan. 18, the Club opened all 18 holes for play for the membership. The outpouring of support and gratitude from the membership has been amazing and we appreciate their patience throughout this entire process.

“A great deal of research and thought went into not only choosing the type of bent grass we ultimately ended up planting, but also the sand and soil mixture that the greens are grown in,” said Managing Partner Jonathan Wilhelm. “This rebuild was done with no assessment to the membership, which speaks volumes to the health of the Club. We are extremely happy with the end result and can’t wait for our members to experience their reconditioned golf course.”

Wilhelm and Golf Course Superintendent, Dale Engman, spent many hours together researching and combing through every grass type and variety to find the best fit for the Club.

Photos: Mayacama Golf Club