Tarp Pull

When it rains at the Pfitzner Stadium, There are many different operations.

1 - The tarp can merely moved closer to the third base line just to get it ready for the field. This typically happens on a day where rain is "possible" later in the afternoon, and we are just preparing to cover the field in the even of rain.
This will NOT count as a pull.

2 - The tarp can be rolled out across left field, but not unfolded. This happens for the same reason we would do operation #1, but rain is more likely in this situation, as the sun is probably not out. The tarp CANNOT be on the field when the sun is out, as the grass will burn and discolor.
This will NOT count as a pull.

3 - After performing operation #2, if it appears we do not need the tarp on the field, we will roll it back up and put it back against the wall in the visitor's bullpen.
This WILL count as a pull, as it is the completed action of a tarp going on and off a field.

4 - The tarp can be unrolled and unfolded, or just unfolded from operation #2. This will happen if it is already raining or if we are preparing for imminent rain or at night. At night, we would perform this operation because there is a chance (50% or greater) that it will rain overnight AND we have a game the next day.
This WILL count as a pull.

5 - The tarp is on the field, and there is an excess of water on the surface. We need to perform what's called a "dump" and remove the water from the tarp. This action is one of the more difficult.
This WILL count as a pull.

6 - The tarp is on the field, and there is not an excess of water on the surface. We need to remove the tarp from the field, the operation of folding it and rolling it up is the final step.
This WILL count as a pull.

7 - In the event that the tarp needs to be dumped, then removed, It will count as one pull.
This WILL count as a pull.


If there is an unprecedented circumstance, I will address the situation as it comes.