An enlightening First Green experience at GIS 2020 January 27, 2020 Superintendents got how-to for hosting an illuminating First Green field trip at their home course, then got to see one in practice.
3 communication tips for golf course superintendents January 27, 2020 The negative narrative about golf can be difficult to counteract. An education session at the Golf Industry Show explored how superintendents can take it on, bit by bit.
GCSAA National Championship: Two Sunshine State supers lead the way January 26, 2020 Floridians Deron Zendt and Seth Strickland are atop the leaderboard after the first round; defending champ Steve Gilley is also in the hunt.
Visit GCM at the Golf Industry Show! January 23, 2020 Swing by booth 3035 to chat with the editors, learn about opportunities to write for the magazine, share your turf “hacks” for prizes, snag some cool swag, and more.
Vote for GCM’s New Product of the Year January 21, 2020 Choose your favorite now, or vote on the trade show floor at the 2020 Golf Industry Show, where each product in the running — and many more! — will be on display.
Four days in Orlando at the 2020 Golf Industry Show January 9, 2020 You can’t do it all, so here’s a day-by-day guide to the can’t-miss events for your best GIS.
Change of scene: Preview the new space for the 2020 Golf Industry Show January 9, 2020 Same place, new space: The North/South Concourse of Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center will be the setting for many of the goings-on at GIS. Get familiar with the premises.
GCSAA announces winners of 2019 Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards January 7, 2020 Top honorees include superintendents from two university-tied tracks, a course built atop a former landfill, and a facility known for its forward thinking.
Verdure: The way-back article for 2020 January 2020 Research published in 1962 on bermudagrass’s response to varying light intensity still offers pertinent insight on turfgrass light requirements and cutting heights.
Reducing soil salinity caused by high-salinity irrigation January 2020 Can cultural practices or commercial products decrease soil salinity on their own, without the need for additional irrigation?
Improving soil, establishing turfgrass with biosolids fertilizers January 2020 Researchers compared the effectiveness of a synthetic fertilizer and four biosolids products, made from nutrient-rich organic materials that result from the treatment of wastewater.
LedgeRock Golf Club’s learning lab January 2020 Budding woodworkers get to apply their skills in the real world — and a superintendent gets a hand with stewardship — thanks to a partnership between golf club and school district.
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.