Hilversumsche Golf Club
Hilversumsche Golf Club is located in National Park “De Utrechtse Heuvelrug”, this is a park of national and international importance, designated by the European Union as a Natura 2000 area. The effect of this park on the golf course can be seen from the diversity of valuable flora and fauna. The golf course is designed by the architects Henry Burrows and Harry Shapland Colt, and opened in 1922. These famous designers created an exceptional golf landscape where golf and nature are in harmony with one another. The Dutch KLM Open will take place on this golf course for a few years,...
Guido Hamelink, GEOSA, Accredited Verifier
GEO Certified™ Report
Publication of this report confirms that Hilversumsche Golf Club has been assessed against the GEO OnCourse™ Evaluation Criteria and awarded the GEO Certified™ ecolabel.
Each section of this report describes the sustainable golf course management activities being undertaken by the management team at Hilversumsche Golf Club, across the following areas:
Landscape & Ecosystems; Water; Energy & Resources; Products & Supply Chains; Environmental Quality and People & Communities.
Facility Details
Hilversumsche Golf Club is a private golf facility comprising:
Courses
- Hilversumsche Golf Club (18 holes, 6303 Metres, Year of opening: 1922)
Clubhouses
- Clubhuis, Year of opening: 1922
Maintenance Facilities
- Werkplaats
Other
- Pro Shop
- Facilities
Landscape & Ecosystems
De Hilversumsche Golf Club is located in National Park “De Utrechtse Heuvelrug”, a park of national and international importance, and is designated by the European Union as a Natura 2000 area. The effect of this park on the golf course can be seen from the diversity of valuable flora and fauna. Woodland, grassland, shrubs en heath land are the most common habitat types. The surface area of an open water source is minimal but of high value due to the presence of the Great Crested Newt, a relic of the Ice Age, as well as other amphibians. Approximately 80 bird species have been inventoried and underlines the value of the terrain. Think of typical woods species and river edge birds, such as the Green and Black Woodpecker and the Tawny Owl. An inventory of mushrooms lists 50 types and furthermore illustrates the diversity of habitats. As a result of nature conservation, many mammals can be observed including the European Polecat, European Badger, and the Marten. The golf course is designed by the architects Henry Burrows and Harry Shapland Colt. The latter is a world renowned architect and the cultural historical value of the design is great. The landscape contains old characteristics, such as the shapes of pools that stem from the Ice Age.
De Hilversumsche Golf Club ligt in de bossen van de Utrechtse Heuvelrug. Aan de westzijde grenst de A27. Overige zijden van de golfbaan worden geflankeerd door bossen. Doordat de golfbaan omringd is door zoveel rust en bestaande natuur is de soortenrijkdom groot. Belangrijkste ecotopen zijn graslandvegetatie, bos, struweel en heidevegetatie. Oppervlaktewater is nauwelijks aanwezig, op een paar poelen na. Deze poelen dienen als leefomgeving voor de kamsalamander en andere amfibieën. Er zijn ca. 80 vogelsoorten die de waarde van het terrein mede onderschrijven. Denk hier aan typische bossoorten en randvogels als de groene en zwarte specht en bosuil. Er zijn ca. 50 soorten paddenstoelen gevonden waaronder de molenaar, het puntig kaalkopje en het elfenschermpje. Door de overvloedige bescherming zijn er veel zoogdieren waar te nemen waaronder bunzing, das en marter. De baan is ontworpen door Henry Burrows en Harry Shapland Colt. De laatstgenoemde is een architect van wereldfaam. De cultuurhistorische waarde van het ontwerp is groot. Verder kent het landschap diverse oude karakteristieken waaronder de poelen in de vorm van 'een del' die resteren uit de ijstijd.
Consultation & Surveys
Hilversumsche Golf Club consults the following organizations regarding landscape heritage conservation:
- Buiting Bosontwikkeling
The following landscape assessments and surveys have been undertaken at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| Beheerplan Hilversumsche GC | Buiting Bosontwikkeling | 2007-03-15 | |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club consults the following organizations regarding ecosystem protection and enhancement:
- Buiting Bosontwikkeling
The following ecological surveys have been undertaken at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| Plant survey | I. Goossens-Merkx/ Th. Unger-Meurs/ Buiting | 2007-07-21 | |
| Bird survey | Natuurcommissie HGC | 2008-05-17 | |
| Mammal survey | P.E. van Hamelen | 1995-11-02 | |
| Amphibian survey | Natuurmonumenten Dhr. Richard Pijl | 2008-04-02 | |
| Butterfly survey | G. Sleeswijk-Bautlett | 1995-11-02 | |
| Mushroom survey | P.E. van Hamelen | 1995-11-02 | |
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Rare, protected and notable species occurring at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| kamsalamander | Triturus cristatus |
| groene specht | Picus viridis ssp. Viridis |
| rode bosmier | Formica rufa |
| das | Meles meles |
| zandhagedis | Lacerta Agilis |
| hazelworm | Anguis tragilis |
| ringslang | Natrix natrix |
Hilversumsche Golf Club regularly monitors the following species as indicators of environmental quality:
| kamsalamander | Triturus cristatus |
Habitats & Designations
Hilversumsche Golf Club features the following landscape designations:
| National Park | National Government |
| EHS | National Government |
Area of habitats / vegetation types, and associated designations at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| Native Woodland | 24.53 | National Government |
| Heater and other dwarf shrub communities | 6.02 | National Government |
| None | ||
Turfgrass
Size and estimated species composition of amenity turfgrass maintained at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| Area (Hectares) | Turfgrass Species | Sward Composition | |
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| Greens | 1 | Festuca rubra | 20 % |
| Agrostis tenuis | 60 % | ||
| Tees | 0.7 | Festuca rubra | 20 % |
| Agrostis tenuis | 60 % | ||
| Fairways | 7.24 | Festuca rubra | 50 % |
| Agrostis tenuis | 20 % | ||
| Semi-Rough | 10.81 | Poa annua | 0 % |
| Poa annua | 0 % | ||
| Rough | Poa annua | 0 % | |
| Poa annua | 0 % | ||
| Other | Driving range | Lolium perenne | 50 % |
| Poa annua | 50 % | ||
These turfgrasses are optimal for the circumstances at Hilversumsche Golf Club because:
Nearly 110 years these grasses thrive and have a good playing quality.
Hilversumsche Golf Club assesses mowing patterns:
Every 1 Months
Hilversumsche Golf Club consults the following individuals / organizations regarding its grassing plan:
- ProGrass
Hilversumsche Golf Club is making the following efforts to manage the playing quality expectations of customers:
| Establishing clear internal policies for irrigation, fertilization, colour, cutting heights, overseeding etc |
The course commission adheres to a course management plan that includes all daily operations, frequencies and goals. The manner of maintenance has been established in a contract. The contractor discusses further planning of details during regular meetings. |
| Promoting the playing quality values of more naturalized turf, particularly fairways and semi-rough |
Member support is sought by communicating about both the maintenance issues and the reasoning behind the choices being made. Members also seek direct contact with green-keeping or the commission if concerned about a specific situation like dry areas on the course. |
| Promoting the financial benefits of presenting sustainable surfaces |
The choices for the design and maintenance of various elements are transparent and accessible to members. Regular publication via the website or club newsletter addresses issues that have given rise to concern. A request for intensified maintenance is often parried with the financial consequences. |
| Improving customer understanding around greens maintenance |
Golfers are informed through various means concerning maintenance activities on the course. Intensive maintenance is also listed on the website or mentioned by phone thereby successfully staving off any unpleasant surprises. |
| Demonstrating the direct relationship between environmental best practice and year round high quality playing surfaces |
Sustainable terrain management clearly stipulates to all stakeholders which maintenance measures have been taken and how they are related to the results of good, playable greens and to the limited amount of closures. |
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Conservation & Enhancement
Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance landscape character:
| Allowing seasonal variation of course colouration and texture |
Discolouration resulting from drought (to a certain extent) and other factors are seen as an addition to the natural quality of the landscape and the quality of the game. |
| Appropriately matching mowing lines to contours |
The mowing lines of the fairways and semi-rough are, under supervision of an architect, well tuned in to the undulations and different elements of the terrain. The mowing lines have been laid down in a detailed mowing management plan. |
| Protection and restoration of historic features |
Present historical elements are restored where possible. |
| Discreet on-course signage and furniture |
The terrain furniture has been selected with care and is maintained accordingly. |
| Conservation of specimin trees |
The older, monumental trees on the golf course have been inventoried (114) and are being caringly managed and maintained. |
| Screening and softening unsightly man-made features |
Constructions that do not correlate to the landscape are being obscured through vegetation. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to improve the landscape ecology of the golf course:
| Minimizing the amount of amenity grass |
The surface intensively mowed grass is kept to a minimum. By determining which elements fall outside the game and which are of importance to the character of the natural landscape, only some elements need to be extensively mowed. |
| Increasing the size of habitat patches |
Where possible, management is expanded or natural elements are constructed. |
| Connection of internal habitat patches |
The nature management plan is aimed at optimising the biodiversity. A part of this includes connecting plant squares, brushwood and water elements. |
| Connection of patches with external habitats |
A keen inventory of natural elements both on the course and in its neighbouring landscape allows for improved management and maintenance. For instance, equal goal setting of natural elements on and outside the course can take place. |
| Creation of habitat corridors |
The golf course is part of an ecological main structure. Its goals are known and interwoven with the nature policy of the golf course. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to improve the quality of habitats on the golf course:
| Creation of botanically rich rough grassland |
The natural diversity of vegetation is increased by mowing and removal of clippings. |
| Ecologically informed management of scrub vegetation |
There is multiannual management plan in place carried out on the basis of a cycle. |
| Promoting species and structually diverse woodlands |
The management plan provides guidelines to an ecologically valuable and durable situation. |
| Naturalisation of linear habitats |
A division has been made of intensive and extensive green in order to create a good balance between nature and the game of golf. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance biodiversity on the golf course:
| Provision of nesting and nectar for pollinators |
Brushwood, roughs, forest edges and ditches are present at various locations. Special attention has been given to the different types of fauna. |
| Installation of nest boxes |
Birdboxes have been placed at different locations on the course for different types of birds, such as falcons, owls and humming birds. |
| Provision of feeding tables | In winter time, there are severall feeding tables provided for birds. |
| Control / management of alien species |
Non-native, exotic plants, are controlled as much as possible. |
| Provision of hibernation areas |
Various plant squares contain grooves of branches and piles of wood. This allows mammals and amphibians to forage and hibernate. |
| Creation of micro-habitats (eg log and stone piles) |
Microhabitats have been created at various locations on the course, such as breeding ground, grooves of branches and woodpiles. |
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Water
Groundwater is used for irrigation of the greens and tees. Water usage is geared at optimal savings. The water is of good quality. Water usage is verified yearly and in 2009 resulted in 30.000 cubic metres. This was 10.000 cubic metres more than usual as a result of the irrigation of five extra greens. The renewal into a single head controlled system will create greater efficiency and reduce usage. While there is fairway irrigation, we accept discolouration and hardening of the fairways under dry weather conditions. The use of wetting-agents and the incorporation of evaporation- and weather data are used to optimise irrigation.
Voor het beregenen van de greens en tees wordt gebruik gemaakt van grondwater. Het waterbeheer is gericht op optimale besparing. Het water is van goede kwaliteit. Het verbruik wordt jaarlijks geverifieerd en komt in 2009 op ca. 30.000m3. Dit is 10.000 m3 meer dan gewoonlijk vanwege besproeiing 5 extra greens. Door invoering van single head control sprinklers kan er effectief worden beregend. Er is fairway beregening. We vinden het acceptabel dat bij droogte de fairway hard wordt en er verkleuring plaatsvindt. Door gebruik te maken van middelen als revolution en bodemverbeteringsmaatregelen wordt het water dat gesproeid wordt optimaal benut.
Sources & Consumption
No water audits have been undertaken at Hilversumsche Golf Club.
The water used at Hilversumsche Golf Club is drawn from the following sources:
| 2009 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 100 | 1,312,000 Litres |
| Golf Course | Groundwater | 100 | 29,767,000 Litres |
| Maintenance Facility | Public / Potable | 100 | 31,000 Litres |
Irrigation & Efficiency
The following areas receive irrigation at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| Greens | Daily |
| Tees | Daily |
| Fairways | Weekly |
The irrigation system at Hilversumsche Golf Club is:
Fully computer controlled
Serviced every 12 Months
Upgraded every 1 Year(s)
Re-calibrated and checked for efficient application every 12 Months
Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to maximize irrigation efficiency:
| Selection of grass species |
An external specialist on golf course turf advises on the correct composition of grasses for the different parts of the course. |
| Soil decompaction and thatch management |
Yearly actions are taken to prevent soil compation through aerating and slitting. |
| Timing and dose of water application |
The modern, single head controled, irrigation system is computer-driven and arranges the water level. |
| Use of wetting agents |
Wetting agents are used various times during the summer months to minimise water usage and to prevent dryness. |
| Optimizing system pressure |
The irrigation system contains an automatic pressure regulator that optimises the mains pressure. |
| Adoption of cutting edge nozzle technology |
Innovations are analysed when adjustments and replacements are needed in order to determine their application and usefulness in the irrigation system. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to conserve / reduce / minimise water consumption:
| Low-flow urinals and toilets |
Toilets are equipped with water-saving buttons. |
| Repairing leaks |
Leaks are immediately fixed. |
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Energy & Resources
The aim is to reduce energy usage as much as possible. Big savings can be made through the renovation of buildings onsite. For example, installation of low energy lights with sensory timers was used in the reconstruction of the buggy storage. Lighting on the parking has been replaced by LED lighting which produces a 90% reduction. Furthermore, experiments are being carried out with new products to further reduce costs.
The maintenance facility will be modernised. During this renovation, focus will be placed on optimal insulation and the application of other energy-saving methods.
Het streven is het energieverbruik zoveel mogelijk te reduceren. Gezien de investeringen die samengaan met het realiseren van substantiele besparingen worden deze maatregelen genomen als onderdeel van renovaties of verbouwingen. De karrenloods is recent opnieuw ingericht en voorzien van energiezuinige verlichting die werkt op bewegingsmelders. Verlichting op de parkeerplaats wordt vervangen door LED verlichting. Dit brengt een energiebesparing van ongeveer 90% met zich mee. V.w.b. verlichting wordt er geëxperimenteerd met nieuwe producten om zo verdere besparingen te kunnen doorvoeren. Het greenkeepers onderkomen zal worden gemoderniseerd. Tijdens deze verbouwing wordt er scherp gekeken naar mogelijkheden optimaal te isoleren en energiebesparende maatregelen toe te passen.
Sources & Consumption
No energy surveys have been undertaken at Hilversumsche Golf Club.
Hilversumsche Golf Club does not consume any renewable energy or resources.
Consumption of non-renewable energy and resources at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |
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| 140088 | 135832 | 152447 | |
| 38730000 | 40325000 | 33289000 | |
| 8837 | 7371 | ||
| 1540 | 1941 |
Energy Efficiency
Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to diversify energy and fuel supply:
| Adoption of green tariff grid supply | During the KLM Dutch Open only green electricity is used. |
| Use of biodiesel and /or ethanol |
Bio-fuel is used for the smaller machinery, motorised saws and wood mowers. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to reduce energy consumption:
| Optimizing themostat levels for heating and refridgeration |
Levels of heating and cooling are arranged centrally, but can also be regulated in separate areas in order to prevent unnecessary heating or cooling. |
| Enhancement of natural ventilation opportunities |
Optimising ventilation was a matter of concern in designing and constructing the clubhouse. |
| Upgrading of building insulation |
Modern insulation techniques were used during reconstruction. |
| Installation of low-energy lighting |
Energy-saving lighting is attained through the use of as many energy-saving lamps and led-lamps as possible. |
| Use of motion sensor lighting |
Movement sensors have been placed in those areas that are not frequently used. |
| Transition to energy efficient appliances |
Energy labels are highly considered in the purchasing of new equipment. |
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Vehicles & Transport
The maintenance fleet at Hilversumsche Golf Club uses the following fuel sources:
| Ride-on Mowers | Walking Mowers | Utility Vehicles | |
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Additional vehicles operated by Hilversumsche Golf Club use the following fuel sources:
| Golf Carts | Cars | Buses | |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club has established the following schemes to encourage reductions in staff and customer transport emissions:
| Car sharing incentives | yes |
| Secure cycle parking | yes |
| Staff showers |
Showers are available in the green-keepers shed. |
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Products & Supply Chains
Employees of the Hilversumsche Golf Club are well-informed that the purchasing of products and the minimising of waste must be done with care for the environment. Extra attention is given to the packaging material of fertilisers and other bulk material delivered by suppliers. Whenever possible, recycled packaging material is used. There is a waste separating system that allows for most of the waste to be recycled or to otherwise be removed. The most harmful chemicals, such as pesticides, diesel and petrol are kept at a minimum, but will remain a necessity for conducting business.
De medewerkers van de Hilversumse Golf Club zijn zich terdege bewust dat in aankoop- en afvoertrajecten op een goede manier moet worden omgegaan met materialen om milieuwinst te behalen. Zo is er speciale aandacht voor het verpakkingsmateriaal dat middels meststoffen en ander bulkmateriaal door leveranciers wordt aangeleverd. Getracht wordt zoveel mogelijk herbruikbaar verpakkingsmateriaal aangeleverd te krijgen. Verder worden zoveel mogelijk afvalstoffen hergebruikt of gescheiden afgevoerd. De meest schadelijke stoffen als gewasbeschermingsmiddelen en diesel en olie worden tot een minimum beperkt, maar zullen nog wel noodzakelijk deel uit blijven maken van de bedrijfsvoering.
Purchasing Policies
Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following ethical / environmental purchasing activities:
| Use of local suppliers |
Local suppliers are used for the purchasing of various products. |
| Use of local products |
Different regional products are offered on the restaurant menu. |
| Selection of certified products |
Purchasing places special attention to the certification of products. |
| Purchase machines that use biological hydraulic oil. | |
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Economic Multiplier
An overview of the supplier network at Hilversumsche Golf Club:
| Total number of suppliers | Total number of suppliers within 10 Kilometres | Total number of suppliers within 100 Kilometres | |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1 | 1 |
Turfgrass Inputs
Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following IPM activities:
| Managing stress and wear |
Damage and wear and tear are avoided as much as possible by means of a good maintenance plan. |
| Enhancement of soil structure |
Soil structure is improved by means of aerating and through the measurement of results. |
| Optimization of the growing environment | An optimal growth environment is cultivated through a good and actual maintenance plan and for example the use of mycorrhizal cultures |
| Managing thatch levels |
Yearly measurements are made by external advisors who also advise on the amount of thatch and the policy to reduce this. |
| Scouting for pests and diseases |
Contact with the surrounding golf courses and registration of damage provides information about the risks of damage. |
| Monitoring / improvement of plant health | The head of green-keeping keeps a keen eye on the quality of the grass. |
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Fertilizer use at Hilversumsche Golf Club in the last three years:
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | N | 69,2 kg | 73,1 kg | ||||
| P | 7,7 kg | 25,0 kg | |||||
| K | 153,8 kg | 155,0 kg | |||||
| Tees | N | 96 kg | 96 kg | ||||
| P | 24 kg | 24 kg | |||||
| K | 106 kg | 106 kg | |||||
| Fairways | N | 24 kg | 24 kg | 173,8 kg | |||
| P | 4 kg | 4 kg | 29 kg | ||||
| K | 27 kg | 27 kg | 195,5 kg | ||||
Pesticide use at Hilversumsche Golf Club in the last three years:
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | Fungicide | Signum 4 kg kg | |||||
| Herbicide | Caramba 3 liter kg | ||||||
| Insecticide | |||||||
| Fairways | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | primstar 4 liter kg | ||||||
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Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following actions to optimize pesticide use:
| Selection on the least toxic and lest persistant products | For example: the use of Best Green fungicare as a preventive, biological fungicide |
| Selection of appropriate products for specific pests and diseases |
The correct substances are chosen as a result of the expertise present on diseases and plagues, and the use of pesticides. |
| Calibration and testing of sprayers |
The ideal measurement is chosen depending on the substances used and the type of weather, thereby realising usage- and dispersion optimisation. |
| Utilization of shrouded sprayser and anti-drip nozzles |
Spraying is done with anti-drip nozzles. |
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Waste Management
No waste audits have been undertaken at Hilversumsche Golf Club.
Hilversumsche Golf Club does not manage waste streams.
Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following activities to continue the lifecycle of materials and resources:
| Separation of recyclable materials |
Various materials are recycled. |
| Returning clipping to fairways and walkways |
Fairway grass is not removed but remains on the fairway. |
| Paper saving by: | double sided printing, use of e-mailing instead of paper mailings. |
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Environmental Quality
We take care to meet all legislation requirements with regard to the usage of pesticides, water, fertilisers, waste and fuel, etc. The goal is to ecologically manage the course which means minimising the use of fertilisers, pesticides, etc. Machines purchased as of 2009 will make use of bio-oils in order to minimise environmental impact.
Alle regelgeving met betrekking tot gewasbeschermingsmiddelen gebruik, watergebruik, mestverbruik, afval, brandstoffen etc. worden zorgvuldig in acht genomen. Doelstelling is de baan zo ecologisch mogelijk te beheren. Het past hierbij om zo weinig mogelijk gebruik te maken van meststoffen, gewasbeschermingsmiddelen e.d. die in de baan worden gebruikt. Machines die vanaf 2009 worden aangeschaft zijn voorzien van biologische olie waardoor de milieudruk minimaal is.
Water Analysis
Hilversumsche Golf Club monitors water quality with the following frequency:
| Chemical | Biological | Visual | |
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| Three Yearly | Three Yearly | Three Yearly | |
| Three Yearly | Three Yearly | Three Yearly | |
| Three Yearly | Three Yearly | Three Yearly |
Waste Water
Waste water from Hilversumsche Golf Club is managed as follows:
| Discharges to | Formal Discharge Agreement | |
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| Closed Loop Recycling | N/A | |
| Mains Sewer | Y | |
| Mains Sewer | N/A | |
| Via Oil Separator | N/A |
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials at Hilversumsche Golf Club are handled and disposed of as follows:
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Pollution Prevention
Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following activities to prevent pollution from its maintenance facility and clubhouse:
| Storage of equipment and hazardous products on covered, sealed impervious areas |
Dangerous substances are stored in a certified cabinet. |
| Maintenance of equipment on covered, sealed impervious areas |
Large machine maintenance is outsourced whereas small maintenance is conducted on a fluid-sealed floor. |
| Mixing of pesticides and fertilizers in covered areas |
Fertilisers are mixed in a covered, ventilated area. |
| Mixing of pesticides and fertilizers over impervious surfaces |
Fertilisers are mixed on a fluid-sealed floor. |
| Installation of above-ground fuel tanks |
The fuel tank meets all criteria and is periodically checked. |
| Installation of sufficient secondary containment for fuel |
The drip container of the fuel tank meets all legislative criteria and is large enough. |
| Provision of containment booms and absorbent materials |
There is plenty of absorption material present and within reach. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following activities to prevent pollution on its golf course:
| Eliminating leachate and run-off through careful timing of turf inputs |
Weather statistics are narrowly watched to determine the ideal timing for the application of pesticides and fertilisers. |
| Establishment of pesticide-free zones |
No-spray zones have been determined across the entire terrain. |
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People & Communities
The organisation of the Hilversumsche Golf Club carries out an active policy with regard to its employees. Yearly employee review meetings with management include the planning of individual education trajectories, set-up to meet employee’s goals. Team meetings take place biannually and multidisciplinary meetings take place between two to four times a year.
De Hilversumsche Golf Club voert een actief beleid ten aanzien van de medewerkers. Onderdeel hiervan zijn jaarlijkse beoordelings- en functioneringsgesprekken en individuele opleidingsplanning. De opleidingstrajecten zijn afgestemd op de wensen van de medewerker. Voorts vinden tweejaarlijks teambesprekingen plaats en 2 tot 4 keer per jaar multi-disciplinair overleg.
Employment & Education
Typical staffing levels at Hilversumsche Golf Club are:
| Full Time | Part Time | Seasonal | |
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| 0,8 | |||
| 6 | 1,5 | ||
| 0,8 | |||
| 2,4 |
The environmental working group at Hilversumsche Golf Club is comprised of:
- Owner
- General Manager
- Course Manager
- Committee Members
- Array
Employees at Hilversumsche Golf Club receive the following formal and informal environmental education:
| Storage, application and disposal of pesticides |
Employees are informed about the use, the storage and disposal of chemicals and pesticides. Applying pesticides and chemicals is only done by employees with a license. |
| Efficient water management |
Staff is trained on several issues. |
| Management of accidents and emergencies | Staff is trained on several issues. Much is done to prevent accidents and emergencies, when they do happen, date and time are recorded in a log. Multiple employees are in the posession of a BHV certificate. |
| Management of habitats and vegetation |
The management plan, paid attention to the value and maintenace of habitats. Nature friendly maintanence is part of the greenkeeper course. |
| Health & Safety |
Staff is trained on several issues. |
| Understanding of landscape and cultural heritage |
Staff is trained on several issues. |
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Community Relations
Hilversumsche Golf Club engages with local community groups in the following manner:
| Neighbours |
The golf club is in contact with the neighbours. |
| Local Government |
The golf club is in contact with the local government. Including municipalities the Bilt, Hilversum and Baarn. |
| Local Enviromental Groups |
Several enviromental groups are involved with the nature activities. |
| Media |
When there are interesting events at the golfcourse (local) media is informed by the club. |
| Local Businesses |
Several local businesses are involved by the club through a business membership. |
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Land Use & Cultural Heritage
Hilversumsche Golf Club provides access and diversified land use for others through:
| Partnership conservation and access projects (e.g. community woodland) | Like the participation in the amphibian project with the local NGO for landscape preservation. |
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No archaeological or heritage surveys have been undertaken at Hilversumsche Golf Club.
Hilversumsche Golf Club does not consult any organizations regarding the conservation of cultural heritage.
Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following activities to conserve cultural heritage features:
| Historic Features (Hedgerows / Dykes / Moats / Cairns etc) | historic features like heather, open water features and woodland. |
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Communications
Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following internal environmental communications:
| Provision of newsletters, notice boards & poster displays |
There is an notice board in the clubhouse that provides information about flora and fauna. |
| Members evenings and course walks |
Members evenings and course walks are held, for example the national birdwaching day. |
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Hilversumsche Golf Club undertakes the following social and environmental advocacy activities:
| Website, press releases & brochures |
There is an seperate page on the website that shows information about the comitted to gree/GEO certificate, and other related issues. |
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