Greenwich’s Conlon keeps the greens pristine

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They begin their day before dawn and are often still at the golf course when most others have left. Their work is critical to the success of a golf facility, yet is often overlooked.

Indeed, golf course superintendents and assistant superintendents are the behind-the-scenes individuals who are dedicated to making their respective courses shine. And Greenwich resident Brian Conlon relishes such a role.

 

Assistant goes south for the winter to further career

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This has been anything but a typical winter for Brian Conlon.

An assistant for the past three years at Miacomet Golf Club on Nantucket Island, Conlon usually spends the winter months keeping busy with offseason projects.

Sustainable Moments: Pollinator Garden at Burning Tree Country Club in Greenwich, CT.

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Assistant Superintendent Brian Conlon tells us about making out-of-play areas more environmentally friendly at Burning Tree Country Club, including having bluebird nest boxes and a pollinator garden.