Jumpin’ jiminy! Jumping worms on golf courses January 2020 This invasive pest — whose castings degrade soil — has no approved chemical controls. Here’s a look at preventive measures and the latest research on foiling these ruinous wigglers.
What the Tech? Golf course pin placement January 2020 Pin placement software allows superintendents to make more informed decisions on hole locations, which can reduce wear on greens and enhance golfer experience.
A river ran through it: Tackling flooding at Oxbow Country Club January 2020 Regular spring flooding used to plague North Dakota’s Oxbow Country Club. Rerouting, new features and other renovation work have allowed the course to reinvent itself, higher and drier.
Ready, willing and able: Inclusiveness in golf course maintenance January 2020 Working on the maintenance crew at a Maryland golf club has been a source of pride, belonging for employees with different abilities.
Kyle Barton wins Grassroots Ambassador Leadership Award December 31, 2019 From hosting course visits for policymakers to mentoring fellow ambassadors, the Michigan superintendent is a standout advocate for the golf industry.
Gary Ingram wins GCSAA’s President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship December 31, 2019 Overseeing an environmentally responsible golf operation is just a starting point for the California superintendent, whose community outreach efforts are a cut above.
Best of both worlds: Education on the GIS trade show floor December 30, 2019 The trade show at the 2020 Golf Industry Show won’t just be a feast for the eyes — you’ll find plenty of food for thought in the form of on-floor education.
Save time and money at the Golf Industry Show December 19, 2019 Experience GIS for less while getting the most out of your precious time in Orlando. This checklist can help you cut costs and maximize value.
Carey Lohrenz to speak at Golf Industry Show December 17, 2019 Lohrenz, the first female F-14 Tomcat fighter pilot, will motivate and inspire during the finale of the 2020 Golf Industry Show.
Peter Gorman wins GCSAA’s Excellence in Government Affairs Award December 17, 2019 The 21-year GCSAA member has been at the forefront of Connecticut’s water conversation, representing the golf industry in planning and policy recommendations.
Dave Waymire wins 2019 Leo Feser Award December 10, 2019 Waymire’s GCM article — a collection of wisdom culled from fellow turf managers — has been selected as the best superintendent-written story published in the magazine.
Melrose programs send superintendents, equipment managers to GIS December 10, 2019 The Melrose Leadership Academy and the Melrose Equipment Management Experience have named their 2020 classes.
Kansas publishes BMP handbook for golf courses December 3, 2019 Superintendents and scientists have developed environmental stewardship guidelines for the Sunflower State’s 200-plus golf facilities.
Kuhns, Foy to receive GCSAA Distinguished Service Awards December 3, 2019 The superintendent and the agronomist will be honored at the 2020 Golf Industry Show for their notable careers in and contributions to golf course management.
Verdure: Poa management, Nordic style December 2019 Looking to thwart Poa annua invasion on red fescue greens, researchers experimented with blending more competitive grasses into the seed mix.
Velvet vs. creeping: Managing bentgrasses in shade December 2019 Can new cultivars of velvet bentgrass — an oft-overlooked species — be a viable alternative for superintendents struggling with shade stress?
A save situation at Sinnissippi Golf Course December 2019 A struggling course in Illinois has found a star in superintendent Kelly Kuchelmeister, whose leadership and creativity have bolstered outlook on the property’s future.
Turtle power: Georgia golf club hatches diamondback terrapins December 2019 What began as a one-person effort to protect wayward turtles has grown into the East Coast’s largest hatchery for the once-threatened diamondback terrapin.
How to hang on to your golf course’s best employees December 2019 With demand for workers high and supply low, your top talent is more likely to depart for potentially greener pastures. Try these strategies to retain your team’s stars.
Turf transitions in the transition zone December 2019 A new crop of warm-season turfgrass varieties is making the move north, increasing options for golf course superintendents in the traditionally tricky transition zone.