The third large feature we installed at Cap’n Elias’s Shipwreck Cove mini golf was the shipwreck final hole. The feature is situated next to the building, so the balls played into this feature will roll inside the clubhouse. The Vala’s crew are busy constructing the clubhouse building, which will also house a gift shop. In the next two weeks, Randy McFarling and his crew will pour the concrete greens. When I return in the first week of August, I’ll do the final layouts, and Randy will start the brick edging and walkways. The pool and landscape crews will also be busy doing their work. There are only six weeks left before guests get to enjoy all of these new attractions. Stay tuned…
Ship assembled
The pirate ship in Cap’n Elias’ Shipwreck Cove at Vala’s Pumpkin Patch in Nebraska is now fully assembled, save for the rope rigging. Over the next couple of weeks, the ponds and landscaping around them will be installed, and the concrete under the greens will be poured. At the beginning of August, I’ll head back down to supervise the installation of the remaining features and do the final layout of the golfing areas and walkways. Stay tuned…
This is important
I love road trips where I supervise the installations. Our crew works hard for weeks or even months, creating the pieces. The process often starts months and sometimes years prior with our client consultations and design process. When I’m on-site, I realize how important our work is. It starts with the unloading of the truck as staff and contractors look over the latest additions to the farm. So many players make our projects a reality. Everyone is excited to add their important part to the magic. This project involves many different trades and disciplines. Each has to blend their skills to tell a single story. In six weeks, Valas Pumpkin Patch will open for the 2026 season. Hundreds of thousands of guests will visit and create memories with family and friends. Our work will play a small part in that joy. And that is a cool thing I’ll never take for granted.
