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\ DECEMBER 1977

Newly Elected CÂÈÎCS President Bob Osterman
Also Nominated as GCSAA Director

There is no doubt that our newly elected
President will have his hands full in 1978
and beyond. However, this is not new to
Bob Osterman who takes over from the
very capable Bob Tosh. Since arriving in
Connecticut eleven years ago fresh from
New Jersey and the UMass Turf School,
Bob has been has been a very active in­
dividual.
Bob spent his introductory years in this
profession as assistant superintendent at
The Golf Club of Aspetuck where he later
became and remains golf course superinten­
dent. During his total of eleven years there
Bob has nursed this Geoffrey Cornish
layout and has seen it develop into the fine
golf course that it is today. Throughout this
period he has understood the importance of
staying abreast of current information and
has recognized the value of not only belong­
ing but being very active in the
superintendent’s association and in com­
munity affairs. During his years as a
member of CAGCS he has served as Editor
of Conn. Clippings, Director, Secretary,
Treasurer, and Vice President. He has also

President’s
Message
I am extremely proud and honored to

have been elected President of the Connect­
icut A ssociation of Golf Course
Superintendents at our recent annual
meeting. It is a position only 27 other men
have held since this organization began in
1929. Some of these men have contributed a
great deal to the golf course
superintendents profession. I hope that
during my term as president and with the
help of the board, and most of all, the
members of this association, I can keep
CAGCS moving in the direction set by these
men.
We do have a direction to start and that is
with the Organizational Study Committee’s
report. These recommendations have been

served as Chairman of the Organizational
Study Committee. At the national level he
has served on the Editorial and Chapter
Relation-Membership committees. Most
importantly, he is one of the relatively few
superintendents throughout the nation who

Christmas Party
Saturday, December 3
Wethersfield Country Club
Wethersfield, Connecticut
7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Hors d’oeuvres
Raffle
Dinner
Door Prizes
Dancing
Fun for All
$30.00 per couple

and will be discussed and voted on in the
very near future. I believe many good ideas
were discussed in this committee’s meetings
and believe there is a need for it to continue
for at least another year. I have asked our
new Vice-President, Steve Cadenelli, to
chair this committee for 1978.
Committees and their work are a basic
tool in any successful organization.
CAGCS has several standing committees;
Membership, Educational, Public Rela­
tions and Social, Welfare, Golf, Scholar­
ship and Research. If you would like to
serve on any of the committees listed, or in
any capacity, please contact me as soon as
possible. Any member, regardless of
classification, may serve on committees.
Get involved, contribute something,

has met the rigid requirements and has
earned the title, Certified Golf Course
Superintendent.
Bob’s life has not been completely void
of other endeavors. He has found the time
and interest to have been a member and
past chairman of the Easton Democratic
Town Committee as well as a member of
the Parks and Recreation Committee. He is
presently President of the Easton Lion’s
Club.
Above all this he is a solid family man.
His lovely wife Beverly is always seen at his
side during social events, always hoping he
will not tell another of his “hilarious”
jokes. Their three boys, Keith, Kenneth and
Kurt round out their fine family. Bob’s past
performance surely indicates that he can
not only perform the responsibilities of
CAGCS President and GCSAA Director, if
elected, but that he can perform them with
distinction. He is an asset to our association
and deserves every ounce of support that
the association can offer in his quest for na­
tional office.
Steve Cadenelli
however big or small, to your profession
and association.
CAGCS is a great organization and is try­
ing to offer new incentives to it’s members,
whether it be tangible or intangible. Your
officers and directors can only go so far. It
takes all members to contribute to an
organization. You can only get out of it
what you put into it.
I ask every member to help me and the
board to make 1978 a successful and pro­
ductive year for the Connecticut Associa­
tion of Golf Course Superintendents.
On behalf of myself, my family and the
board, I would like to wish everyone a very
Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy
New Year.
Robert W. Osterman

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Connecticut Association
Of Golf Course
Superintendents
Officers

President..................Robert Osterman
The Golf Club
at Aspetuck
Office 203-261-2544
Home 203-261-0526
Vice-President..........Stephen Cadenelli
Country Club
of New Canaan
Office 203-966-2145
Home 203-966-0223
Sec-Treasurer..........David Stimson
Tumble Brook C.C.
Office 203-243-0150
Home 203-289-6979
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Bob McCarthy Fred Bachand
Ken Kelliher
A1 Arison, Associate Director
Robert Tosh, Immediate Past President
The object of this association is to pro­
mote research, education and an exchange
of practical experiences in the field of turf
grass culture so that the increased
knowledge will lead to more economic and
efficient management of golf courses and
related turf areas.
The CONN. CLIPPINGS is an official
publication of the Connecticut Association
of Golf Course Superintendents, Inc.
Stephen G. Cadenelli, Editor
127 Country Club Road
New Canaan, CT 06840

Editorial
The recent Landscape Seminar which was

sponsored by CAGCS only after the
membership had expressed a desire to offer
this educational exercise, was attended by
only 13 people from Connecticut, it was ex­
tremely disappointing for myself and those
who worked hard to plan this seminar. I
can only say that you blew it! The seminar
offered some of the most interesting and
valuable information that a golf course
superintendent could obtain. A person who
calls himself a motivated and progressive
superintendent must take advantage of such
educational opportunities. Clubs should
make it possible for their superintendent to
attend this type of session. Most important­
ly, you as an individual owe it to yourself to
get off your tail and better yourself. Better
jobs and salary increases do not just hap­
pen. It is the aggressive and self-motivated
individual who betters himself. Enough
said.
The approaching off-season again offers
some fine opportunities to attend educa­
tional sessions and equipment shows. Go to
your club officials and express your will­
ingness to learn so that you can make your
course that much better. All of us have
room for improvement.
Steve Cadenelli

Sherwood Moore Honored
Sherwood M oore, golf course
superintendent at Wood way Country Club
in Darien, was honored recently with an
evening in his honor given by his former
turf students and many close friends. As
well as paying tribute to Mr. Moore, many
of the invited guests had fun “ roasting’’
Sherwood. Also, a plaque was given to him
by his former students who thanked him for
all that he had done to foster their careers.
Over the years Sherwood has trained nearly
30 turf students.
Mr. Albert Brown, club president and
green chairman at Woodway, spoke of
what Sherwood means to the membership
at his club. On behalf of Woodway’s club
officials he presented Sherwood with a
blazer bearing Woodway’s insignia.
Sherwood was genuinely surprised with
the evening and spoke of the many friends
he has made throughout his years as a golf
course superintendent. He also thanked his

Sherwood and Marie Moore at dinner given
in his honor.
wife Marie for all the encouragement she *
has given him during their years together.
In summing up his success Sherwood said
simply that, “ If you have a genuine love
and enthusiasm for your work, you’re ;
bound to be successful.”
Bruce Cadenelli

Grass Catcher
Many thanks to Bob Tosh for his ex­
cellent leadership of our association during
the past two years. Bob has provided quiet
but strong guidance that has resulted in
great progress for CAGCS. We look for­
ward to his continued words of wisdom as
immediate past president.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ron Holcomb hosted a well-attended and
well-run regular meeting at Cliffside Coun­
try Club in October. The McGlothyn
Trophy, contested this day, was won by
Dick Cook of Black Hall Country Club.
The highlight of the evening was a talk
given by Mort Sharnick, Associated Editor
of Sports Illustrated. He spoke of his ex­
periences of covering sporting events
around the world. The emphasis of his talk
centered around the responsibility that an
athlete or anyone has to himself. It was an
interesting and inspiring talk.
★

★

★

★

★

The annual meeting, held recently at the
Pine Valley Country Club in Southington
and hosted by Leo Della Bianca, was
highlighted by the election of officers. The
complete slate of officers as nominated,
were elected. Leo .provided an excellent
luncheon and a golf course that was in fine
condition. Leo is anxious to have the group
back and is especially interested in hosting a
tournament to benefit the S & R fund.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
By now everyone should have received
their copy of the report of the Organiza­
tional Study Committee. This report which
includes the proposed by-law changes is
open for your review. It is expected that a

Out-going President Bob Tosh awards Life
Membership plaque to Lloyd Russell at re­
cent annual meeting held at the Pine Valley
Golf Club.
special meeting will be called in January to
act on these proposals.
★

★

★

★

★

It has been my intent to provide a
newsletter that is as informative as possible.
I will continue with this as my goal.
However, I need your assistance to be suc­
cessful. I need to know what is going on of t
interest throughout the state. Please pass on
whatever information that you might have.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
MERRY CHRISTMAS
AND HAPPY NEW YEAR

Steve Cadenelli

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Future Happenings
Imagination
November 28 - December 1 NEW JERSEY TURFGRASS EXPO
Experimentation
Cherry
Are Keys To Creative Route 70Hill Hyatt House
New Jersey
Thinking, Problem CherryPlanHill,to attend
this fine conference and equipment show. For information contact:
New Jersey Turfgrass Expo
Solving
Cook College - Rutgers University

When you have a problem to solve, you
can easily attack it in the same old ways
and come up with the same old solutions
that sort of work or that once worked, but
are you missing some new and unique
solutions because you aren't thinking crea­
tively?

The next time you’re faced with a pro­
blem of any sort, serious or minor, routine
or unusual, try one or more of these mental
exercises in creativity.
1. Reverse the way you look at the pro­
blem. Turn it upside down, take a com­
pletely different approach to it. Don’t be
afraid to be absurd in your thoughts once in
a while — the fanciful can lead to some
very practical solutions. How would Moon
Maid solve it?
2. Tear it apart. Then analyze the rela­
tionships among the pieces. How are they
the same? How do they differ? What if you
change one link in a chain — what effect
would it have on the whole? Try altering
the color, shape, timing or size of one or
more parts.
3. Change the order of the parts. Sort
things, massage them, jiggle them, line
them up in different ways. New ways of
seeing the problem will begin to emerge.
4. Find an analogy. What is this pro­
blem like? Is it like a little kid pushing an
apple up a hill and every time he gets
halfway up someone rolls an orange down
on him? Find an analogy and you’ll see the
problem more clearly.
5. Challenge your assumptions. This
isn’t easy, but ask yourself absurd ques­
tions like, Who says it has to be like this?
Why should I believe that organizational
structures need a boss? Challenge every
assumption you can identify. It will
strengthen your understanding of the pro­
blem itself.
6. Let your thoughts run wild. Fanta­
size. Play a crazy game of . .What if?”
What would I do if there were no more
water available for a year? What would I do
about this if I were three years old? Where
would I start to build this system if I were
the only survivor after a nuclear holocaust?
7. Cash in on the bonus of your own odd
thoughts. Carry a notebook, and keep one

Box 231
New Brunswick, New Jersey 08903

December 3 CHRISTMAS PARTY

Wethersfield Country Club
Wethersfield, Connecticut
Fred Bachund - Host Superintendent

Fred and Ken Kelliher, social chairmen, have gone to great lengths in planning
this affair. The price is right, the company great! Come have a fun-filled
evening!

January 27, 1978
USGA GREEN SECTION CONFERENCE ON GOLF COURSE MAN­
AGEMENT 4‘Turfgrasses for Golf and How They Affect You - The Golfer”

The Mark Hopkins Hotel
San Francisco, California

For further information write:

United States Golf Association
Golf House
Far Hills, New Jersey, 07931

February 12 - 17, 1978
GCSAA 49th INTERNATIONAL TURFGRASS CONFERENCE AND
SHOW

San Antonio Convention Center
San Antonio, Texas

This year's conference themed “Economy Thru Ideas” promises to be the
finest conference and show of its kind. Highlights include over $8 million
dollars worth of equipment, fine educational programs, golf course tour,
and election of officers. It behooves you, as a professional golf course
superintendent, to approach your club and convince them of the benefits
of your attending this conference. GREEN CHAIRMEN AND PRESIDENTS,
it is to the advantage o f your club and your golf course that your
superintendent attends this conference — there is so much to be learned
and gained through his attendance.

March 1978 UMASS CONFERENCE AND SHOW

More to come later!

by the bed at night. When an idea strikes
you — silly or not — write it down. When
you have a brilliant idea as you are falling
asleep or waking up — write it down. Then
periodically go through your book of
thoughts and toss out the trash — there
will be more wisdom there than you might
have thought, and it will all be information
and ideas you might otherwise have for­
gotten or not noticed.
These seven steps are part of a process
called creative thinking. People who come
up with good ideas use creative thinking.
They aren’t afraid of some silly ideas,

because they know that even in the silliest,
there might be a grain of wisdom to use to
their advantage. Try it, you’ll like it.

Reprintfrom ‘Forefront

THE FOLLOWING HAVE BEEN
VOTED IN AS NEW MEMBERS OF
OUR ASSOCIATION. CONGRATULATIONS AND WELCOME.
Perer Bly
Assistant Superintendent
Brooklawn Country Club
Fairfield, Connecticut

The Following Companies Are Contributing To The Support Of The Conn. Clippings:
AGWAY, INC.
22 Pub Circle
Hebron, Conn. 06248

Bob Barber, CAGCS member
(203) 646-3668

ALPINE TREE CARE, INC.
P.O. Box 1034
New Canaan, Ct. 06840

FERN CLO GOLF CAR CO.
5 Shelter Rock Road
Danbury, Ct. 06810

OLD FOX CHEMICAL CO.
Hazardville, Conn. 06082

John Grant, CAGCS member

James H. Rowe,
CAGCS member

(203) 744-7757

I & E SUPPLY INC.
66 Erna Avenue
Thomas Porter, CAGCS member P.O. Box 9
(203) 323-7245
Milford, Ct. 06460
Richard W. Smith,
ANDERSON-WARNER
CAGCS member
ENGINEERING CO., INC.
Richard W. Hosking,
Turf Irrigation
CAGCS member
164 Nod Road
(203) 878-0658
Avon, Conn. 06001
Jesse Anderson,
LARCHMONT ENGINEERING
CAGCS member
AND
IRRIGATION, INC.
(203) 677-0225
Larch mont Lane
ANDREW WILSON, INC.
Lexington, Ma. 02173
1170 Route 22
Stephen P. Butler,
Mountainside, N.J. 07092
CAGCS member
Bob Lippman
(617) 862-2550
(914) 248-5790
Ken Kubik
THE MAGOVERN CO.
(201) 654-5900
Windsor Locks, Conn. 06096
Lloyd Russell, CAGCS member
CHAS. C. HART COMPANY
Curtis Stimson, CAGCS member
304 Main St.
(203) 623-2508
Wethersfield, Conn. 06109
Robert Kennedy,
METRO MILORGRANITE, INC.
CAGCS member
P.O. Box 267
Mark Loper, CAGCS member
Hawthorne, N.Y. 10532
(203) 529-2537
John Wistrand, CAGCS member
(914) 769-7600
CLORO-SPRAY
Div. of Henry E. Sanson
NORTHEASTERN TURF
& Sons, Inc.
CORP.
475 Beaver Street
730 Hopmeadow Street
Bristol, Pa. 19007
E.J. Sanson, CAGCS member Simsbury, Conn. 06070

Frank Paladino
(212) 338-2153

Conn. Clippings

Stephen G. Cadenelli, Editor
127 Country Club Road
New Canaan, Ct. 06840

P.O. Box 62
Pleasant Valley, Ct. 06063
(203) 379-3579
O. M. SCOTT & SONS
Pro Turf Division
Marysville, Ohio 43040

Roy Sibley, CAGCS member
Gary Bryant, CAGCS member
(203) 289-3471
Roger Morhardt

(203) 336-9890
OTTAWA SILICA COMPANY,
CONN. DIVISION
Mystic White Trap Sand
154 Lantern Hill Road
Ledyard, Conn. 06339

David J. Sylvester
CAGCS member

Al Arison, CAGCS member

Sam Audia

(203) 536-2618

47 Main Street
East Berlin, Conn. 06023
(203) 828-3790
VALLEY FARMS
TURF NURSERY
Box 81
Avon, Connecticut 06001

Joe Bidwell, CAGCS member

(413) 458-4646

William E. Ussinger,
CAGCS member

Ralph Mason

THE REICHERT COMPANY
Oilzum Motor Oils & Lubricants
P. O. Box 273
Riverside, Conn. 06878

Frank Reichert

(203) 661-1816
SOMERS TURF SUPPLIES
P.O. Box 294
Devon, Conn. 06460

Bill Somers, CAGCS member
TOM IRWIN, INC.
11 B A Street
Burlington, Ma. 01803
(203) 677-7054

MAILED BY

(203) 838-7581
TUCO DIVISION
OF UPJOHN CO.

PURPLE KINGS FARM
Custom Greens Dressing
Northwest Hill Road
Williamstown, Ma. 01267

Robert Scully, CAGCS member John Callahan, CAGCS member
(203) 658-0387

TURF PRODUCTS CORP.
1496 John Fitch Blvd.
South Windsor, Conn. 06074

(203) 658-6886
WHITE TURF, INC.
5 Summer Drive
Winchendon, Ma. 01475
(203) 434-8629
ALBERT ZIKORUS

Golf Course Architect,
Member ASGCA
Do Little Drive
Bethany, Conn. 06525
(203) 393-2635

Please
Support
These
Companies

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