July 4 weekend preparations

The upcoming July 4 weekend is a time to relax — but just not TOO much. Long summer weekends are risky propositions, and the demands of heat-stressed turf can be inadvertently ignored amidst the juggling of vacation time, tournaments and increased golf play. Some of the most critical issues are drought and heat management in the late, hot afternoons. If you are going to take off for the holiday, remember to take time beforehand to emphasize the importance of maintaining…