The soil type is native soil. The person responsible for managing the field may not have any training in turf management and turf management likely will not be a primary component of the turf manager's daily responsibilities. Nonetheless, the turf manager should be encouraged to occasionally attend seminars or short courses. The turf management may even be supplied by an outside contractor. Primary cultural practices for Level C athletic fields include regular mowing and fertilization.
Irrigation is used only for restoration or establishment.
Secondary cultural practices may, but are not likely to, include overseeding or sodding to replace worn areas. Pesticides to control weeds, diseases or insects will generally not be used. Mowing Mowing will be conducted on a less frequent basis than level A and B turf. Mowing should be conducted at least at seven to 10 day intervals, particularly when the grass is actively growing in the spring and early autumn. Clippings will not be collected but will be allowed to decompose on the turf.