A course in turfgrass science August 2023 The University of Maryland Golf Course benefits from research ties with faculty.
Golf course bunkers: a line in the sand August 2023 Traditional sand bunkers can be labor-intensive and expensive to maintain. A handful of courses are seeing what life is like without these hazards.
Photo quiz: darker green, irregular brown areas January 2023 A divided rough and strange marks on a practice area make up this month's turf mysteries.
Turfgrass outreach project takes root in new location July 2022 The U.S. National Arboretum turfgrass outreach program prepares to head to a new home in Maryland.
An unconventional golf course overseed November 11, 2021 Tasked with overseeding on a compressed schedule and amid other obstacles, a Mid-Atlantic superintendent recounts the challenge and the agronomic and operational lessons learned.
Tyler Bloom wins 2020 Leo Feser Award December 8, 2020 Bloom’s GCM article about welcoming golf course employees who have different abilities has been voted the top superintendent-written story.
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.
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.
All for one: Fostering cooperation across the turf industry June 2019 A superintendent discusses collaborating with professionals in other sectors of turf management, and offers steps fellow supers can take to promote a united front.
An accidental career as a golf course equipment manager January 2019 Through the support of industry colleagues and specialized education from GCSAA, a Maryland equipment manager has grown and thrived in the profession.
First Green gains traction in Maryland October 11, 2018 The STEM education program has a waiting list, TV coverage and an engaged network of superintendent hosts in the Mid-Atlantic.
Golf courses and the armed forces November 2017 Discover four facilities where golf and U.S. military history intersect.
Youth movement: Marlton Golf Club March 2017 A desire to increase inclusion and diversity in the golf industry — with a special focus on youth — drives the African-American owners of Marlton Golf Club.