CONNECTICUT CLIPPINGS CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS J Volume 28, No. 1 March, 1994 President’s Message Peter R. Pierson CAGCS President John F. Streeter, CGCS, honored as 1993 "Superintendent of the Year" By Jeffrey F. Rogers Commercial Representative to the Board The Superintendent of the Year award, bestowed on the recipient by his peers, has become the most coveted award of our association. This year, I received a 70% return which is a good response. The results were tabulated by Peter Hull, Peter Pierson, and myself. Thir­ ty-two superinten­ dents received votes in this year's bal- lotting. The old saying is true, "Your vote does count". This year's recipient won by one first-place vote. Needless to say, it was excit­ ing. As I look out the window on this 11th day of February and watch the most recent snow storm take aim at CT, my thoughts say, "Enough is enough. It is time to head towards Spring!" Just think, we are only half way through the 1994 winter. Please hope that the melting of this large amount of snow is gradual or a repeat to the Midwest flooding of 1993 may be at hand. The snow this year has played havoc with CAGCS from our Christmas party to the January Seminar. In looking back over the past few months since I was elected President, a lot has happened. Immediate Past President, John Streeter, CGCS, host­ ed a very nice Christmas party at Woodbridge Country Club. A winter storm that evening kept a few souls away as driving became treacherous. CAGCS and GCSAA co-hosted a very successful educational seminar which consisted of 2 one-day programs on January 10 and 11 at the Raddison Hotel in Cromwell. Dr. Houston Couch from Virginia Polytechnic Inst. (continued on page 2) Soil Certificate from Univ. of R.l. He started his superintendent career in 1975 at the Woodland Country Club in North Kingston, RI, and later ac­ cepted the Superintendents position at The Valley Country Club where he stayed until 1980, and became active on the board in the Rhode Island Associa­ tion. Then, in 1981, he accepted the super­ intendent's position at Alpine Country Club in Cranston, RI. In 1983 and 1984, he served as president of the Rhode Island Golf Course Superinten­ dents Association. In 1985, he received the Distinguished Service Award from the RIGCSA. In 1986, he accepted the superin­ tendent's position at Cliffside Country Club, presently known as Tower Ridge Coun- (continued on page 2) The recipient of this year's award at- tented the Universi­ ty of Massachu­ setts and majored in Agronomy-Golf Course Manage­ ment. In 1980 he recieved a Plant and Jeff Rogers, left, presenting Supt. of the Year Award to John Streeter, right. President’s message (continued from page one) (yes, he did bring the twine binder and yes, he did snap one or two garters) and Dr. Bruce Clark from Rutgers University spoke to a sold-out audi­ ence on Maximizing Turfgrass Disease Control.. A great presentation... if you missed it, sign up for this one at some time in the future. On January 11th, Ron Dodson, President and CEO of the New York Audubon Society, spoke on the subject of Wildlife Man­ agement and Habitat Conservation. Effective and environmentally respon­ sible methods for managing wildlife and natural habitats on golf courses were discussed. We are presendy working with GCSAA for our January, 1995, semi­ nar. Our first choice of topics for this seminar is Restoration, Renovation and Reconstruction. If our first re­ quest is honored, this seminar will sell out very quickly. A word to the wise is sufficient. CAGCS's January educational semi­ nar was held on January 18th, and it fell victim to yet another storm. Edu­ cation Director Mike Wallace, CGCS, and his committee did a great job of getting everything set at the Ramada Inn in Meriden. Of the 100 persons who preregistered for the seminar, only 65 were able to make it through some very severe driving conditions. While the Board of Directors regrets the weather of January 18th, CAGCS was obligated to pay for the count given one week prior to the event. For those who were able to attend the seminar, the subjects offered valuable information. Congratulations to John F. Streeter, CGCS, who was awarded the Superin­ tendent of the Year Award! As we worked our way towards the end of January, the Board of Directors held their first meeting since an organi­ zational meeting in December of 1993. Committee chairpeople have been assigned and the new year awaits. GCSAA Convention was upon us by the end of the month and everyone looked forward to a nice trip to Dallas. It was great to see so many CAGCS members participating in the GCSAA convention. It is a great opportunity for education, a reveiw of new and tried equipment and golf course supplies, along with a chance to participate in the future of GCSAA through the election process. The meeting schedule for 1994 is close to completion and appears on the back page of this newsletter. Now is a good time to think about hosting a meeting in 1995. If you are interested in hosting a CAGCS meeting, please contact Mike Wallace, CGCS, or any member of the Board of Directors. Participation by members of an organization in its activities becomes the strength on which the organization runs. CAGCS has been very fortunate to have had strong leadership for many years and member participation at CAGCS events and involvement from our membership has grown over the years. I look forward to serving the mem­ bers of CAGCS in helping to main­ tain our strong professional organiza­ tion. Hit 'em straight... Superintendent of the Year (continued from page one) try Club. He joined CAGCS in 1986. In 1987, he became the editor of the Connecticut Clippings. In 1990, he became superintendent at Woodbridge Country Club and continued to serve on the CAGCS board as secretary, then vice president, and in 1993 as president. This year's recipient, John F. Street­ er, CGCS, has been devoted to the betterment of the association and the profession. He has proven it with the endless hours of service he has given to the association. CAGCS Board of Directors President & PPUC Rep. PETER R. PIERSON Pequabuck Golf Club Immediate Past President JOHN F. STREETER CGCS Woodbridge Country Club Public Relations SCOTT GENNINGS, CGCS Wallingford Country Club S&R Committee HEATHER GARVIN Canton Public Golf Course Social & Welfare JUD W. SMITH Orange Hills Country Club Commercial Rep. to Board JEFFREY F. ROGERS Robert Baker Companies Connecticut Clippings is an official publication of the Connecticut Association of Golf Course Superintendents. N e w s I e 11 e r Committee John F. Streeter, CGCS, Editor Photos Dave Basconi Vice President PHILIP NEATON Black Hall Club Secretary JOHN NAPIERACZ, CGCS Stanley Golf Course Treasurer JOHN MOTYCKA Skungamaug River Golf Club Education MICHAEL WALLACE, CGCS Hop Meadow Country Club Golf Co-Chairpersons ANTHONY GROSSO Pautipaug Country Club -and- JEFFREY F. ROGERS Robert Baker Companies Membership BRIAN SKELLY Old Lyme Country Club - 2 - Put yourself in the other person's shoes ... By Michael Wallace, CGCS I would like to take just a brief moment of everyone's time to express an opinion. Recently, a vendor held an informational day and asked super­ intendents to call or send in a registra­ tion card. The vendor was bringing in speakers, reserving a room and provid­ ing lunch. Some 75+ replied. Forty showed up! Was the weather bad? No. Was it the wrong time of the year? No. Was the program bad? Well, it was clearly spelled out in the literature that the vendor sent out. So, to that I would have to reply "no". So what was the cause? Well, maybe one would say that because there was no out-of-pocket expense from the superintendent, he placed little value on the day's presen­ tation. Or, one might argue it was of no concern because it was the cost of doing business by the vendor... the cost of promotion. To these argu­ ments, I say "bunk!!!" It is a service to our profession that these types of opportunities are pre­ sented. Education is not cheap and if a vendor takes the time to put on a pro­ gram and you say you will be coming, you should go or at least have the courtesy to call and cancel. Yes, there are times when the unex­ pected pops up. But 35 unexpected events all in different areas of the state. I think not. If we expect people to provide these services, arrange for us to get pesticide license credits, provide a lunch, then the least we can do as pro­ fessionals is to be there if we say we are going to attend. Now, I know the weather raised ha­ voc with the CAGCS January seminar. That is not what I am referring to. But I think you all can see why we ask for preregistration. The commitment for a specified number of reservations must be made a week in advance for most events. Please think about it. If you register for an event, be fair to all involved and participate. If the unexpected occurs, call. Not a great deal to ask in the name of professionalism, is it? Classified "Experienced" turf equipment Ota® (800) 243-7582 -| CHOICE OF BENTGRASSES - Maintained at 5/32" and 1/4" - Penncross ‘Providence ‘Pennlinks 3-Way Fairway Blend Pallets or Big Rolls Washing Service Available High Fine Fescue Mix Versatile Blue-Fescue-Rye Mix Low-Cut Blue-Rye Available Farm Inspection Welcomed PARTAC TOP-DRESSING GOLF COURSE If you are looking to purchase or you have any used turf equipment you are thinking about trading in or selling, submit specifics to the CAGCS office (P. O. Box 3678, Woodbridge, CT, 06525) by the deadline dates listed below. Your submissions (what you have or what you are looking for) should include make, model, year, number of hours, recent repairs, price range, overall condition, etc. A picture would be extremely helpful... for they often speak a thousand words! Remember - your potential customer is a fellow superintedent. So, do unto others as you would have done unto you. The Clippings will again publish five issues this year, and the deadline dates for the remaining issues are: May issue - April 15th July issue - June 15th September issue - August 19th November issue - October 14th We look forward to your submissions and hope we can put something together. Jud Smith - 3 - AMERICA'S PREMIUM HEAT TREATED TOP-DRESSINGS GEOTEXTILES & TURF BLANKETS U.S. GOLF HOLE \\\ TARGETS "))) AND MUCH MORE! Ill 800-247-2326 DISTRIBUTED IN CT BY: IAMES CARRIERE & SONS 914-937-2136 VALLEY FARMS SUPPLY 203-651-8555 A Scotts fluid fungicide line is what you need to fight turf diseases Turf troubled by diseases? 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Ice damage severity will vary between grass species, but golf greens with a high population of annual blue grass, Poa annua, are the most susceptible. The first step to minimizing ice cover and damage is to insure the green has proper drain­ age, both surface and subsurface. A properly drained green will allow water movement and reduce the chance of ice build-up. How ice damage occurs Damage from extended ice cover can occur both directly and indirectly. The ice cover acts as a barrier, effectively blocking gas exchanges necessary for respiration. Oxygen depletion in the crown area, combined with the build-up of carbon dioxide and other toxic gasses under the ice cover can effectively kill the meristematic tissue in the crown. The meristematic tissue is that part of the plant where root and shoot initiation begins in the crown. Indirectly, water build-up under an ice cover may leave the crown area in water for an extended peri­ od of time. The crown area then hydrates, or swells with water. A rapid drop in temperature below freezing will cause ice crystals to form in the hydrated crowns, causing physical damage to the tissue. Following are a few thoughts relating to ice: Carol Oakley, Supt. of Monroe Country Club and editor of the Hudson Valley GCSA newsletter, Foreground, attended a discussion while at the National GCSAA convention in Dallas. Here are some of the thoughts she passed along to us: 1. Ice cover can kill poa annua in 45 days. 2. It can kill bentgrasses in 60 days. 3. One experienced superintendent told the group that he removes loose snow from a green and drills a hole through the ice. He smells to see if he detects a rotting, gaseous odor. If he doesn't like what he smells, he does the following: A. If the ice is thick he uses an aerator with blunt tines and breaks the ice in two or three increments. B. He told the group that the temperature must be 24 degrees or below in order for the ice to shatter. C. He breaks up and removes the ice in sections until he reaches his cover. - 4 - A fast forward in truck design Jacobsen Division of Textron Inc. Around the Association Welcome new members Patrick Cragin - Class B Country Club of Waterbury Jonathan Jennings - Class A Patterson Club Joseph K. Martin - Class C Fairway Design & Illustration, Inc. Deadline for requesting scholarship applications April 1, 1994 The CAGCS Scholarship is for the immediate family of CAGCS mem­ bers who are still dependents. Em­ ployees of members may apply if they are majoring in a turf program; are presently employed at that facility; and have been employed at that facility for at least one season. The Memorial Scholarship pertains to winter school students who are members of CAGCS or are employed at a club where a member of CAGCS is employed in the capacity of golf course superintendent; are presently employed at that facility; and have been employed at that facility for at least one season. Applications must be requested in writing and addressed to the: CAGCS S & R Committee P. O. Box 3678 Woodbridge, CT 06525 Reroutings Ray Beaudry, formerly of the Patter­ son Club, is now with Westchester Ford Tractor. Dennis Houle, formerly of Yale University Golf Course, is now super­ intendent at Redding Country Club. Carl Wallace, formerly of Magov- ems, has been appointed Vice Presi­ dent of Double Eagle's Turf Sales. Third annual golf summit On March 26th, CAGCS will partic­ ipate along with the CT State Golf As­ sociation, the CT Section PGA, and the CT Managers in hosting the third annual Golf Summit. The summit will be held at the Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Rocky Hill, CT. CAGCS has arranged with the USGA to have David Oatis, Director for the Northeast Region of the Greens Section whose presentation will be The Ten Pitfalls of Golf Course Mainte­ nance". The CT State Golf Association is promoting the Summit and you should have already received a flyer. Plan to attend along with representatives from your club. Honorary Members The 1993-94 Board of Directors voted to extend honorary membership to Dr. Richard J. Cooper, an Associate Pro­ fessor of Turfgrass Science at the Uni­ versity of Massachusetts, Amherst; and to John Nowobilski, PGA Golf Profes­ sional at the Tallwood Country Club, who has written articles regarding appreciation of the golf course superin­ tendent, some of his articles have been reprinted here in our Clippings. They will be honored and presented with their Honorary Membership plaques at the March 21st meeting at the Ramada Inn in Meriden. Consistently High Quality Competitive Prices Prompt Delivery CONNECTICUT MULCH DISTRIBUTORS, INC. KEN LINDELAND WOOD CHIPS - BARK— LANDSCAPE TIES Business Address 1300 East St. Suffield, CT. 06078 Mailing Address 1515 North Stone St. W. 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Needless to say, it took a while for Connecticut to feel like home. This award helps ratify my feelings that now I am home. I have enjoyed my years serving on the Board of Directors and will continue to be a strong supporter of our association. I feel that the fraterni­ ty we have among each other is one of the most important aspects of our association. I look forward to continu­ ing the comradery with all of you in the future and hope that we can all work together to help retain the profes­ sionalism of the golf course superin­ tendent. This year I was selected to serve as delegate on behalf of our association at GCSAA's annual meeting in Dallas, TX. Mike Wallace served as alternate and together, with the direction of the Board of Directors, we based our votes. On the agenda this year were 15 bal­ lots for bylaw changes. Most of these bylaws were rejuvenated from last year's proposals with a little bit of massaging. The elimination of the most controversial bylaws and the re­ writing and separation of the ballots made it a bit easier to choose. After a couple of discussions at board meetings, I went to the voting booth to approve all proposed bylaw changes. All bylaws were approved, with the exception of ballots no. 5 & 6 dealing with the additions of new classifications of membership. The election of officers and directors proved to be a bit more tricky than we originally had anticipated. As a dele­ gate, I always try to gather as much information as possible about each and every candidate. I try to get to talk with them individually on a one-to-one basis and from there we go on and make our decision. Of course, this de­ cision is also based on conversations throughout the Board of Directors of CAGCS along with our members at large. I have always been one not to final­ ize a decision about a candidate until all of the cards have been played. Most times, this can go right up to the final hour and in this election that is exacdy what happened. We supported Joe Baidy for Presi­ dent, Gary Grigg for Vice President and both cantidates were elected. For Directors we fully supported Bruce Wiliams and Paul McGinnis and split our support to Charles Passios and Tommy Witt. Both Wiliams and McGuinnes were elected and Witt was appointed to fill the vacant slot on the board. Complete election results appear on page 10 of this publication. ■«a - 7 - Egypt Sterilized top Dressing WHITE MARSH, MD (410) 335-3700 1-800-899-SOIL (7445) EGYPT FARMS EXCLUSIVE I All top dressing ingredients are thorough­ ly mixed and sterilized by indirect heat in our special process. The sand particles are actually coated with a mixture of top soil and peat humus for a completely homoge­ nous mixture that will not separate during handling and spreading. 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The big news is Don Kiley, hero of the posting and notification battles, has retired as PPUC's Executive Direc­ tor after nine years. Don has enjoyed his service and looks forward to doing some new things. He points to his partner and newly appointed Executive Director, Armando Paolino, who has served as deputy executive director for the last two and one-half years as a bright and capable future for the coun­ cil's new direction. Armando Paolino has 13 years exper­ ience across a broad spectrum of state government and public policy posi­ tions. Armando is also the principal in The CONNtact Group, a govern­ ment relations and association manage­ ment firm representing business inter­ ests before state government. Arman­ do is known for his quiet, effective style. Prior to working with Don, he served the Greater Hartford Chamber of Commerce for seven years as director of governmental and regional policies and chief state capital lobbyist. At their eighth annual meeting in October, the Council elected officers and director. Richard "Dick" Tice stepped down after a 2-year term as president of the board. Tice touted ef­ forts to improve the newsletter and broaden the role on issues as well as the establishment of a successful Edu­ cational Day program event. Tice is succeeded as president of the board by Robert "Bob" Horan. Bob has served on the board for four years representing the Connecticut Tree Pro­ tective Association and serving as vice- president for the last year. Bob stated he intends to "further raise the profes­ supported efforts to educate local boards on banning blowers. The Councild has helped to address local ordinances creat­ ing conflicts between industries. As always, the Environmental Indus­ try Council-PPUC is ready to assist member organizations and their mem­ bers, as well as individual members, when a public policy issue arises. The strength of the Council is the commit­ ment and involvement of the diverse membership to protect their industries. If you see or hear a problem, call Ar­ mando at (203) 657-2704 and be part of the early warning system. With your help and commitment, the Council will continue to be a success. Gain central control of any existing controllers, regardless of make or manufacturer. Each COPS-Universal radio field unit has up to 42 stations per field unit. Ideal for retro-fitting parks, median strips, school grounds, and golf courses. COPS-Universal lets you change any field controller into a field satellite and manage your entire system from a central PC. COPS- Universal offers: • Communication by repeating or direct radio. (No new controllers or communication wire.) • Unlimited programs, unlimited start and run times to meet all your water management needs. • Freedom to use valves as you choose, regardless of hard-wiring constraints. 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In 1993, the group defended against local at­ tempts to regulate pesticides and in some cases ferti­ lizer. In addition, the Council coor­ dinated a task force to address ground-water mapping with a potential affect on golf courses. The Council, along with Mike Wal­ lace and Peter Pierson of CAGCS, worked with DEP to help courses identify, if they were im­ pacted. On other fronts, the Council has - 8 - / ' m BECAUSE IF THEY DON’T SEE GREEN, THEY SEE RED. TIo most golfers, “turf condition” means “green.” Period. The more they see, the happier they are. And vice versa. Which means Polyon will make your greens committee very happy. Because Polyon simply—and scientifically— keeps turfgrasses greener, longer, than any other controlled-release fertilizer. Polyon is the only product controlled by a single variable— temperature—making it the only fertilizer that’s absolutely predictable. Other controlled- release fertilizers are controlled by moisture, microbes and temperature. 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More than 630 manufacturers and suppliers displayed the newest prod­ ucts and services in the golf course management industry during the trade show. Joseph G. Baidy, CGCS, Acacia CC, Lyndhurst, OH, was elected GCSAA president during the associa­ tion's annual meeting in Dallas. Baidy succeeds Randy Nichols, CGCS, Cherokee Town & CC, Dun­ woody, GA, who as immediate past president will continue to serve on the board for a year. Gary T. Grigg, CGCS, Naples National GC, FL, was elected vice president. Relected as a director and appointed secretary/treasurer was Bruce R. Williams, CGCS, Bob O'Link GC, Highland Park, IL. Re-elected as directors were Paul S. McGinnis, CGCS, Union Hills CC, Sun City, AZ, and R. Scott Woodhead, CGCS, Valley View GC, Bozeman, MT. Appointed to the board was Tommy D. Witt, CGCS, Bent Tree CC, Dal­ las, TX. Witt will serve the remain­ ing year of Grigg's term as director. Grigg's director position was vacated when he was elected vice president. Dave W. 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Any post cards received after the due date will not be eligible for the cash drawing. 4. Your return post card must list the names, with handicaps, of your foursome. If you do not have a four­ some, we will pair you. 5. Immediately after your round, score cards must be turned in at the score table or Pro Shop with your full name, the total score, and they must be signed and attested. Failure to do so could result in disqualification. 1 ! e v a s d n a . . . 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Windsor, CT 06095 Rollouts-Installations Services Peter-Celina O'Meara (203) 683-0158 - (800) 201-8873 Boston Irrigation Supply, Inc. Dedham, MA 02026 Hunter Golf Rotors & Valves John Ramey (617) 461-1560 Bruedan Corp, of Connecticut E-Z-GO& YAMAHA GOLF, TURF & UTILITY VEHICLES Scott O. Lowe - Frank Savakis (800) 773-6740 Cadwell & Jones, Inc. P. O. Box G, Buckland Station Manchester, CT 06040 John Schuller (203) 643-0644 A1 LaPrise (401) 438-5000 The Cardinals, Inc. P. O. Box 520, 166 River Road Unionville, CT 06085 John Callahan (203) 673-3699 James Carriere & Sons, Inc. 7 Cottage St., Port Chester, NY Trap Sand - Partac Topdressing Bill Carriere (914) 937-2136 D & S __ Floratine Products, Nova Tee Flymo, Douglas Rollers, Trion Lifts Dave Basconi (203) 250-TURF Double Eagle Turf Maintenance Equipment Wallingford, CT 06492 Carl J. Wallace - John Paty (203) 265-6006 Eastern Land Management, Inc. Golf Course Construction/Renovation Shelton, CT 06484 Brace T. 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