An irrigation evaluation June 2016 To tackle irrigation system deficiencies at the root — rather than just reacting to them — a Colorado superintendent put his turf to the stress test. The results debunked some long-held beliefs.
Banishing bugs with bats at Victoria National Golf Club June 2016 Welcoming these night-working pest predators has allowed an Indiana club to keep its insect populations in check sans chemicals.
Welcome, wildlife May 2016 These four golf course maintenance strategies are fundamental to fostering and caring for wildlife habitat, and are a good launching point for superintendents looking to get started with more environmentally beneficial management.
Strength in diversity May 2016 Respecting and understanding cultural differences among members of your team can foster increased productivity and better relationships.
A recertification story: Vail Golf Club March 2016 Vail Golf Club in Colorado boasts breathtaking alpine scenery along with a commitment to sound environmental practices, from water protection and conservation to conscientious wildlife and habitat management.
Black layer: Winning the war, one battle at a time March 2016 The onset of this soil scourge on the greens of a coastal South Carolina golf course prompted re-evaluation of a number of practices and a multifaceted counterattack.
Triage for trees February 2016 Have a troubled tree on your hands? Before you take action, you need to diagnose. Here, a certified arborist guides you through the process of determining just what’s befallen an ailing tree.
Making a way for monarchs February 2016 Plant native milkweed and nectar-producing flowers to aid these beloved but threatened butterflies.
Playing it safe at Salish Cliffs Golf Club January 2016 Salish Cliffs Golf Club in Shelton, Wash., is the first course in the country to receive certification from Salmon-Safe, an organization dedicated to improving land management practices to protect watersheds for salmon.
Hope springs eternal January 2016 A GCSAA superintendent and a PGA of America member team up to bring back Southern California’s Warner Springs Ranch after a nearly two-year closure.
Career: The elevator pitch January 2016 Have a brief but strategic career message at the ready to capitalize on any chance encounters with influential people in the industry.
Groundwork for greatness December 2015 At Westmoor Country Club, an internship program for Milwaukee youth has proved rewarding both for the young men who participate and the superintendent at its helm.
O Christmas tree: Recycling Christmas trees on the golf course December 2015 Tree-cycling turns tossed tannenbaums into golf course gold in the form of high-quality mulch and valuable habitat for land-dwelling and aquatic wildlife.
Power play: Propane for golf course maintenance November 2015 Is propane the fuel of the future for golf course maintenance? A test program at Stone Mountain Golf Club and seven other properties is hoping to answer that question.
Tree-mendous teamwork November 2015 Sahalee Country Club uses communication, coordination and collaboration to maintain major championship conditions throughout the year.
Professionalism: Small steps equal big results November 2015 The somewhat elusive quality of “professionalism” plays a key role in landing (and excelling in) a job.
Managing silvery-thread moss in golf course greens October 2015 Management practices for silvery-thread moss often conflict with cultural practices for greens. Researchers examine the interaction and offer advice on silvery-thread moss control.
Custom utility vehicles: Building the perfect beast October 2015 More equipment managers are turning to custom-built utility vehicles to ensure they have the right tool for the right job at any time on the golf course.
Grease-powered greenkeeping at Tierra Verde Golf Club October 2015 Restaurant refuse becomes biodiesel, right in a Texas club’s maintenance shop.
Smarter, smoother labor tracking October 2015 A superintendent-designed program has made managing daily job duties at The Valley Club easier and more efficient, and it allows labor data to be stored and usefully displayed.