CONNECTICUT CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS^ Volume 30, No. 4 October, 1996 President’s Message Philip Neaton CAGCS President Connecticut clubs go spikeless John F. Streeter, CGCS This has been a very frustrating year for the board in providing membership services such as the biennial survey and our various social functions. A great deal of time and money go into organizing these events and participa­ tion is at an all-time low. John Napier spent many hours pre­ paring this year’s survey with only 37 members respondong. This survey is a very expensive and time consuming service to provide our membership especially when so few choose to par­ ticipate. I would hate to see us discon­ tinue these surveys; but, if we can’t get more people willing to share this information, our survey becomes too expensive and incomplete to be worth continuing. Jud Smith has done a great job organizing a variety of social events this year—only to have very few of our members show up. As one who attends most CAGCS events, I can say that my family and I have always enjoyed ourselves and we look forward to next year. The one thing that would improve any of our social events is to (continued on page 2) Clubs across Connecticut are joining the national craze of going spikeless. This fall, it has been reported that in 1997, Connecti­ cut will have a total of eight clubs that will be enforcing the metal spike ban at their courses. The Clip­ pings, along with associa­ tion events, have promoted and educated our members to the benefits of non- metal spikes on golf courses. Evidentally, the fruits of everyone's la­ bor in this nontraditional endeavor fi­ nally began to pay off. The first club to go spikeless in Connecticut was the Country Club of Darien which just completed its 2nd season. Superintendent, Tim O’Neill, applauds the change; and, after two Country Club of Darien Oak Lane Country Club Redding Country Club Suffield Country Club Wallingford Country Club Woodbridge Country Club Tower Ridge Country Club Tumble Brook Country Club years of no metal spikes, the Country Club of Darien is beginning to see the real benefits. Accorading to my sources, the follow­ ing clubs have gone or will be going spikeless in 1997: CC of Darien, Tim O’Neill, CGCS, Supt., Oak Lane CC, Larry Dodge, supt., Redding CC, Dennis Houle, supt., Suffield CC, Tom Watroba, supt., Tower Ridge CC, Scott Ramsay, supt., Tumble Brook CC, Cindy Johnson, supt., Wallingford CC, Scott Gennings, CGCS, supt., and Woodbridge CC, yours truly, supt. If there is any other club that I have not listed, please contact the CAGCS office (203/387-0810) so that we may add you to the list of spikeless clubs! October, 1996 Connecticut Clippings Page 2 President's Message (continued from page 1) Earthworm dilemma James E. Skorulski Northeast Region Green Section Agronomist have more of you attend. Our monthly meetings are well attended, so I can’t understand why our picnics and parties are not. We always get positive feedback for our social efforts, yet we can’t rival the crowds we get at our monthly meet­ ings. We have tried different locations, themes, and times to attract greater crowds; but, we still have trouble getting more than 50 people (25 mem­ bers) at any one event. I would like to be the first to invite you all to attend this year’s CAGCS Christmas party on December 14th at the Hawthorne Inn. The Hawthorne is big enough for us to set an all-time attendance record so please make your plans now to join us for dinner and dancing to usher in the Holiday Season. If anyone has any ideas that would make our social calendar or survey more attractive and improve our participation, please let me know. The unusual wet and cold summer weather experienced this year has increased the surface activity of earthworms on golf courses throughout the northeast. The heavy castings produced by the worms can thin turf and disrupt mowing pro­ grams. Surface quality declines as a result. The Green Section Offices in the northeast region are receiving a large volume of calls regarding this issue and the associated concerns of golfers. This letter will attempt to address those concerns. Normally, earthworm activity is highest in spring and fall when the nights are cool and moist surface conditions are prevalant. However, this years unusually wet weather has led to an increase in surface activity of earthworms throughout the entire season. Earthworm population on golf courses also seem to have increased since the elimination of more persistent and toxic insecticides. Earth­ worms are good for soils and they are a sign of healthy soil. They are amazingly effective processors of organic material (thatch) and their activity helps to aerify the soils, improve soil structure and drainage. Unfortunately, heavy worm activity produces castings that interfere with mowing programs and smother and thin the turf. This is especially true when turfgrass growth rates slow. Their increased numbers and the unusual weather conditions have created a management problem this season. Some pesticides are toxic to earthworms. However, none of these materials are specifically registered for the control of earthworms and, therefore, cannot be rec­ ommended or used for that purpose. When applied to control other insects and CAGCS Board of Directors President PHILIP NEATON Black Hall Club Vice President JOHN NAPIER, CGCS Stanley Golf Course Secretary ANTHONY GROSSO Pautipaug Country Club Treasurer HEATHER L. GARVIN Canton Golf Course Immediate Past President & EIC Rep. PETER R. PIERSON Pequabuck Golf Club Education BRIAN SKELLY Old Lyme Country Club Golf JOHN MOTYCKA Skungamaug River Golf Club Membership SCOTT D. GENNINGS, CGCS Wallingford Country Club Public Relations Gregory Bradley Farmington Woods Country Club S & R GREG STENT Wampanoag Country Club Social & Welfare JUD W. SMITH Orange Hills Country Club Commercial Rep. to Board ARTHUR deATIENZA P.I.E. Supply Company CAGCS Office P. O. Box 3678 Woodbridge, CT 06525 Telephone & Fax Nos. (203) 387-0810 (continued on page 11) Connecticut Clippings is an official publication of the Connecticut Association of Golf Course Superintendents. Newsletter Editor John F. Streeter, CGCS Committee Anthony Grosso Pautipaug Country Club ~and~ Thomas Watroba Suffield Country Club Photos David Basconi October, 1996 Connecticut Clippings Page 3 GCSAA More water quality data needed for study The GCSAA Foundation is funding Dr. Stuart Cohen to conduct the ’’Golf Course Walter Quality Study.” This study is an attempt to compile availa­ ble information from surface and ground water monitoring projects that have been, or are currently being con­ ducted on golf courses. This study may have a very strong effect on regulators and environmen­ talist concerning golf courses; effects on surrounding aquatic ecosystems and ground water quality. GCSAA’s golf course water quality study has received a number of re­ sponses—especially from golf courses in eastern and southeastern states—to requests for the results of water quality monitoring projects, reports Amy Svrjcek, the project coordinator for Environmental & Turf Services, Inc. of Wheaton, MD. However, more re­ sponses are needed. If your golf course has conducted, or if you know of golf courses that have conducted water quality monitoring for surface water or ground water, GCSAA would like to use that infor­ mation in the Golf Course Water Quality Study. Please contact Amy Svrjcek at: (301) 933-4700. The government relations office of GCSAA has reported that the pesticide industry is celebrating the passage of the Food Quality Protection Act, H.R. 1627 (also called the food safety bill). The FIFRA legislation repealed the ’’Delaney Clause,” a law from the 1950s that set a zero tolerance for detectable cancer-causing food additives. Carol M. Browner, Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency states that ’’The new legislation greatly strengthens current law by replacing a fragmented system with a single, more protective comprehensive health-based standard for all foods". The change provides much-needed relief from this onerous law for manufacturers and provides a more science-based regulatory system for pesticides. The bill also requires EPA to give attention to the greater susceptibility of chil­ dren to toxins when testing for safety. H.R. 1627 passed both houses of Con­ gress in late July and was signed by President Clinton on August 3rd. As an exhibitor at the National Conference of State Legislatures July 27-30 in St. Louis, GCSAA representatives spoke to many state legis­ lators and their staffs about the issues that affect golf course superintendents, and the association’s ability to serve as a reliable source of information on those mat­ ters. METRO MILORGANITE, INC. For a HEALTHY ADVANTAGE over SEASONAL PROBLEMS WE OFFER a WINNING LINE-UP 'JAQUAJROLSpnirtiERT* ■F Matrix Flow Soil Surfactant J? Emerald Isle. Ltd. A EGYPT FARMS WHITE MARSH, MD Sentinel fmi ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. 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Pesticide applicators recertification credits are offered for all New England states as well as New York and New Jersey. The educational seminars will begin on Tues., Dec. 3 and run through Thurs., Dec. 5, which will include various topics being covered by Dr. Joe Vargas, Michigan State Univ.; Dr. Eric Nelson, Cornell Univ.; Dr. Peter Landschoot, Penn State Univ.; Dr. Steven Aim, URI; Dr. Richard Cooper, NC State. You must register by Nov. 8 to receive advance rates, but there will be on-site registration. The keynote speaker features Dr. Robert Payne, USDAE, Director of Agrostology who, throughout the past three decades, has earned accolades and respect from his peers and colleagues. He promises to give a candid and enlightening review of the latest pro­ posed environmental regulations as well as what he perceives to be the trends for the future in fine turfgrass management. Pre-Show GCSAA Seminars December 2 & 3 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Basic Principles of Turfgrass Management December 3 8:00 - 3:00 p.m. Reel Mowers Technology and Sharpening Implementation Register for these Pre-Show Semi­ nars directly with GCSAA (800/472- 7878). For more information, please con­ tact The Show Office (401/847-7666) I Tee & Green & In Between AA/hether your challenge is a dead­ line, a tee, a green, a fairway, a rough, or a bunker surround, we have a blend that fits your needs. We understand the variety of problems you face because we have spent a great deal of time listening to golf course superintendents. As a result, Tee & Green Sod offers the most complete product line available to the golf course industry— even a four-foot wide washed roll! 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However, GCSAA has advised that if there is anyone who still needs a room you are to call GCSAA Travel directly (203/772- 0470). Indicate that you are a member of the CT Chapter. Did you know that in 1940 the first GCSAA office was above a Chicago-area tavern? Previously, the office had been in the homes or the golf course offices of elected leaders. GCSAA turned 70 in September. The Superintendent of the Year ballots will be mailed to all voting members in mid Novem­ ber. Please take time to vote and mail in your ballot. November 5 CAGCS Annual Meeting Suffield Country Club Thomas Watroba, Host Supt. GCSAA Seminars Drainage Systems November 7 New Brunswick, NJ & November 12 Rochester NY Preconstruction and Construction Management November 13 & 14 Bolton, MA Plant Nutrition & Fertilizers November 18 & 19 Long Island, NY Register for these seminars directly with GCSAA (800/472-7878) December 14 CAGCS Christmas Party Hawthorne Inn Berlin, CT (see last page for details) January 7, 1997 CAGCS Winter Seminar Ramadalnn Meriden, CT WHITl. CONTRACTORS GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION 8t RENOVATION Thomas A. White James E. Morris, jr. 203-869-8808 914-234-0092 P.O. Box484 Old Greenwich, CT 06670-0484 J 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. Suffield, CT. 06093 Telephone (203) 623-2987 Fax 292-1047 aH October, 1996 Connecticut Clippings Page 7 In Memoriam — Everett J. Pyle, Sr. CAGCS member since 1937 Everett J. Pyle, Sr., a CAGCS member since 1937, died on August 7, 1996. Bom in Plymouth, MA, he lived in Hartford for 34 years moving to Suffield in 1977. He was a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Class of 1927, with a B.S. degree in Landscape Architecture. Everett was employed by the City of Hartford for 34 years retiring in 1969 as Director of the City's Parks & Recrea­ tion. Everett began his career as a greenkeeper in the State of Rhode Island. In 1935, he moved to Hartford to take a position under the Park Commission. Here he had charge of construction of nine new holes and revised the nine established holes at, what I am assuming to be, Keney Park Golf Course. He was past president of the New England Park Association; past president of the Rhode Island Horticultural Association; past president of the Rhode Island Greenkeepers Association; and he served as CAGCS' 9th president during the years 1944 and 1945. 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Closest to Pin #2 - Rick Schock; #9 - Tim Gerzabek Longest Drive - John Gallagher, III Closest to Line - Tim Gerzabek Long Putt #1 - John Callahan; #18 - John Napier Kickers - K. Parkin, M. Zebora, B. Lohrman, J. Patridge On October 7th, we were guests of Clinton Country Club, Michael Decker, supt. (pictured below right) for our annual Superintendent/Assistant Tournament. The team of Pequabuck Golf Club - Peter Pierson & Bob Douglas, took home low gross. First low net was won by Fenwick Golf Club, Kimberly Heyl & Dave Caffrey (58); second low net was won by Rockledge Country Club, A1 Adaskaveg & Rick DeBella. Because our September meeting at Pautipaug Country Club had to be canceled due to heavy rain, the tournament for our President's Cup and McLaughlin Trophy were also played at Clinton on October 7th. Congratulations to Mike Dukette for firing a 74 to bring home the President’s Cup (low gross score) and to Michael Decker, our host superintendent, who took home the McLaughlin Trophy (low net score) with a round of 65. Congratulations to all winners! October, 1996 Connecticut Clippings Page 8 Country Club of Waterbury captures CAGCS 1996 Invitational by John F. Streeter, CGCS On September 10th, the team from the Country Club of Waterbury captured the annual CAGCS Invitational Tournament. The team of Les Kennedy, Jr., Bill Cremins, Harry Cashin and Tom Gleeton (pictured left) fired a best ball of 64. Aside from winning the low gross trophy, CC of Waterbury’s pro, Tom Gleeton, won the low pro prize by matching cards with the pro from Clinton Country Club, Kns Smith, with fine scores of 69. The team from Banner Resort & Country Club comprising of Mark Chevrier, Victor Busseli, Tom Veece and John Bar- bieri captured the low net prize for the day shooting a 57. Other low net prizes were won by matching cards and congratulations go to the Black Hall Club, Phil Neaton, Supt., Clinton Country Club, Mike Decker, supt., and The Farms Country Club, Paul Sabino, supt. Unfortunately, no one got a hole in one on the 6th hole which would have awarded a cash prize of $10,000. There were also bonus prizes up for the winning for holes in one on the 3rd, 8th and 17th holes for prizes of a Bahamas Cruise, Airline tickets for two, and a Seiko Watch. After a comfortable round of golf, all attendees were treated to an extravagant buffet reception. <— Greg Bradley (L) with Club Pro, Rick Churchill - Farmington Woods CC Team from Banner —> Resort & Country Club, Mark Chevrier, supt. (Low net winners) <— Steve Rackliffe, Willi­ mantic CC (Are you look­ ing for a pencil with an eraser?) Team from The Farms CC, Paul Sabino, supt. —> October, 1996 Connecticut Clippings Page 9 Another successful year for CAGCS Scholarship & Research Greg Stent, 1996 S & R Chairperson were made by CAGCS members William Hamm, Jr. & Dave Pijnenburg of Greenacres Co. All of the Tee Sign Sponsors showed their support and generosity with $2,300 being raised for our cause—thank you to: AgrEvo Anderson Turf Irrigation, Inc. Arbor Care, Inc. Bruedan Corp. CAGCS Board of Directors Cadwell & Jones, Inc. The Cardinals, Inc. Chas. C. Hart Seed Co. D&S Fairway Landscapers Glenmore Landscape Service Greencycle of the Northeast, Inc. Lesco Lofts Seed, Inc. Metro Milorganite Pro-Lawn Products Robert Baker, Inc. Sawtelle Brothers, Inc. Shawnmark Industries, Inc. Tee and Green Sod, Inc. Terre Co. of New Jersey, Inc. Turf Products Corporation White Contractors The sale of raffle tickets is a contri­ bution to the success of our touma- ment/fund raiser. A1 Adaskaveg and Rockledge golf pro Rich Crow for the donation of a Tommy Armour driver that was raffled off. The rounds of golf donated by some of the finest courses in and around Connecticut were astounding. They will be truly enjoyed by the raffle winners and very much appreciated by the S & R Com­ mittee: Birchwood Country Club Country Club of Farmington Country Club of New Canaan Country Club of Waterbury Crestbrook Park Golf Club Ellington Ridge Country Club Greenwoods Country Club Hop Meadow Country Club Indian Hill Country Club Oak Ridge Golf Club Orange Hills Country Club Pautipaug Country Club Pine Orchjard Yacht & CC Portland Golf Course The Stanwich Club Tower Ridge Country Club Wampanoag Country Club Woodbridge Country Club Woodway Country Club In order for a large toumament/fund raiser to run smoothly, many people must dedicate time and effort to the event. I owe special thanks to these people for their assistance at Black Hall: Peter ’’the Pest” Cure strong- armed everyone into buying raffle tickets. The $1,680 is surely an S & R record! Brian Pope of Turf Products Corp, supplied the roving kegs of beer on the course for all the thirsty competitors. Frank Sava­ kis of Breudan Corp, provided two awesome utility vehicles as "Hole-in- One Prizes. He figured it was a pretty safe bet. John Motycka ran the check-in desk with Pauline Streeter and the two of them handled the rowdy partici­ pants with ease. Mike McDermott was responsi­ ble for handling and assembling all of the sponsor tee signs. This task required Mike to arrive early and stay late and his effort is much appreciated. Heather Garvin was a constant help in the period leading up to the tournament and was there to assist on tournament day. I sought advice from Heather many times and she was more (continued on page 10) <) The 1996 Scholarship & Research Tournament was held on October 1st at the Black Hall Club. Host superin­ tendent, Phil Neaton, (pictured above) and his staff had the course in perfect condition. The traditional Scramble format proved to be an enjoyable way to play the tough Black Hall layout. The greens were firm and fast, requir­ ing skillful shot-making and dead-eye putting strokes. Golf Pro Tim Gavronski and his staff did a great job, ensuring that the tournament went off without a hitch. Mother Nature certainly cooperated by giving us a beautiful Autumn day. The tournament was also successful in raising funds that support helpful scholarships and needed research. When the final tally is in, the amount of money raised for the day will approximate $6,000 - $7,000. Everyone who participated in the tournament contributed to its financial success. The S & R Committee wants to thank all the players for their partici­ pation, along with a great deal of thanks to some special contributors: Ron Holcomb and Chas. C. Hart Seed Co. for their donation of $1,000 derived from the sales of Merit Insecticide; Tom Gleeton, the golf pro from the Country Club of Water­ bury, for his donation of $400 derived from a golf marathon held at his club. Generous, personal contributions October, 1996 sLEGACY™ Golf Irrigation A Complete Line of Innovative, Rock-Solid Golf Irrigation Equipment. The Legacy Radio Genesis Central Control System will let you stand alone. It includes the following features: • Complete programmable satellite • Non-dedicated radio programming • Hand-held operations through computer • Two-way communication • Stealth Antenna ti Main Office: 243 Woodmont Road • P.O. Box 3049 Milford CT 06460 • (203) 878-0658 BI P.I.E. SUPPLY CO. PIPE & IRRIGATION ill I EQUIPMENT SUPPLY COMPANY IS Connecticut Clippings Page 10 Scholarship & Research (continued from page 9) than willing to do whatever she could to help. I would like to personally thank our office staff, Pauline Streeter and Mary Jo Kennedy, for their help. Anyone who has had the pleasure of working directly with Pauline or Mary Jo knows how professional, efficient and thorough they are. Both are great assets to our organization. As far as tournament results go, the perennial winners rode the drives of Peter Bacon, the sharp iron play of Jim Staszowski, the consistency of Peter Cure and the exuber­ ance of A1 Adaskaveg to a two-shot victory in the gross cat­ egory. Low net went to Ken Modzelesky, Sean Flemming, Dick Hopwell and Mono Stryucharz (the man with no vowels). Of the six skill prizes up for grabs, the 360-yard smash of Mike "Pile-Driver” Decker was most memorable. He al­ most drove the ball back to his home course in Clinton! Again, thanks to all who participated and congratulations to Phil Neaton and his crew for providing spectacular play­ ing conditions on his beautiful course. I would also like to thank all who supported S & R throughout the year by purchasing raffle tickets at our monthly meetings. ———■ Golf Results Ai ...— 2nd Gross - 63 Greg Stent Skip Pons Ivan Biostrup Matt Quintana 2nd Net - 57.8 Les Kennedy, Jr. Mike McDermott Dennis Houle Pat Cragin 4th Net-59.1 Anthony Grosso Mike Dukette Bruce Morse Mike Decker mint ano par ex professional" products •Bunker Sand •Sphagnum Peat •Turf Seed sopiissoil LAWN & GARDEN GYPSUM PROFILE TURFACE woociace r&r “"“fertilizer"’"' MiWPfPE Milorganite Ftfjerralf AQDA-Au ORGANIC FERTILIZER ** kGENT WETTING AGENT 1st Gross - 60 Jim Staszowski Peter Cure A1 Adaskaveg Peter Bacon 1st Net - 57.7 Ken Modzelesky Mno Strycharz Sean Flemming Dick Hopwell 3rd Net - 58.9 Skip Deubel Mark Armstrong Steve Donahue A1 Laprise Sterilized Top Dressing especially formulated for your area to specifications recom­ mended by leading universities and testing laboratories. 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Longest Drives #2 - Mike Decker; #11 - Mark Powers Closest to Pins #7 - Jim Staszowski 6' 11" #9 - Mono Strycharz 5’ 1"; #13 - Bruce Carlson 2' 1" #17 - Dick Garret 6' 4" October, 1996 Connecticut Clippings Page 11 CAGCS preparing a memorable Christmas Party December 14th THE CRESCENTS ROCK 'N ROLL SHOWBAND Mark your calendar for Saturday night, December 14th, for CAGCS' 1996 Christmas Gala. It will be held at the newly renovat­ ed grand ballroom of the famous Hawthorne Inh which is known for its fine cuisine. The Hawthorne is centrally located in Berlin, CT, for easy access for all members. CAGCS has blocked 20 deluxe rooms at the Inn for the convenience of our members who choose to stay overnight at the rate of $68. The rooms will be held until December 1st. The highlight of the evening will be a stroll down memory lane with The Crescents, one of the northeast's most renowned 50s & 60s rock & roll show bands. They have shared center stage with fellow time travellers, "The Drifters", "Danny and the Juniors", "Chuck Mangione" and "Blood, Sweat & Tears." They have also been a featured act at the Big E and on Love Boat cruises. The appeal of The Crescents is universal. We invite you and your guests to spend an unforgetable even­ ing with fellow CAGCS members. The ticket price will remain the same at $50 per person, as the enter­ tainment for the evening is being sponsored by Pro Lawn, Turf Prod­ ucts, Sawtelle Bros, Tee & Green Sod, and Winfield Nurseries. Earthworms (continued from page 2) fungal pests, these materials will pro­ vide some indirect control of earth­ worms, though only for a short time. Thus, the best option for minimizing earthworm effects involves modifying cultural practices. Increasing turfgrass vigor by boosting fertility slightly will help the turfgrass maintain a growth rate that can offset the cast­ ings accumulating on the surface. Raising mowing heights slightly may also improve surface conditions where earthworm activity is high. Mowing after the turf and castings have dried, or whipping or dragging the surfaces prior to mowing, will help to dis­ burse the castings more evenly over the surface. This will also reduce sur­ face disruption and the damaging ef­ fects to mowing equipment, but it may be difficult to accomplish on busy golf courses where play inter­ feres with such operations. There are no easy solutions to man­ aging earthworms on golf courses. Modifying mowing practices and in­ creasing fertility applications proba­ bly offer the best solutions for coping with the earthworms when they are most active in spring and fall. Remember, earthworms are very good for the soil and are the sign of a well-balanced system. Their presence should naturally diminish following several hard frosts. Hopefully, research programs will soon find safe solutions to this problem that is affecting more golf courses each season. Do not hesitate to contact the USGA Green Section offices in Palmer, MA, (413/283-2237) or Easton, PA (610/151-1660) if there are any additional questions concern­ ing this issue. CAGCS thanks these patrons for their continued support of our Association! A-OK Turf Equipment Articulator Dealer Coventry, RI 02816 Michael D. Comicelli (401) 826-2584 AgrEvo USA Company 2711 Centerville Road Wilmington, DE 19808 David J. Sylvester (860) 828-8905 Agriturf, Inc. 59 Dwight St. Hatfield, MA 01038 Jim Wierzbicki (800/346-5048) Kyle Kordas (800/346-5048) ALPINE, the CARE of TREES Excellence in Tree Care Ridgefield (431-4100) Westport (222-5595) Norwalk (847-1855) Greenwich (661-8014) Darien (655-8008) Anderson Turf Irrigation, Inc. 5 Cronk Rd., P. O. Box 7036 Plainville, CT 06062 Jesse J. Anderson, Jr. (860) 747-9911 Bruedan Corp, of Connecticut E-Z-GO& YAMAHA GOLF, TURF & UTILITY VEHICLES Scott O. Lowe ~ Frank Savakis (800) 773-6740 The Cardinals, Inc. 166 River Road Unionville, CT 06085 John Callahan (860) 673-3699 The Chas. C. Hart Seed Co. P.O. Box 9169, 304 Main Street Wethersfield, CT 06129-0169 R. Sibley - R. Holcomb - P. Bednarczyk (860)529-2537 & (800)326-HART C. R. I. S. 923 Woodtick Road Wolcott, CT 06716 Chris Carney (203) 879-2362 D&S Floratine Products, Nova Tee Flymo, Douglas Rollers, Trion Lifts Dave Basconi (203) 250-TURF Doering Equipment Co. 162 Grove St., Franklin, MA 02038 Rod Cooper, Don Doering, Mark Doering (508) 520-3629 & (860) 276-8188 John Deere Agrimeatal & Others Earth Works, Inc. Custom Deep Aerification Service Old Greenwich, CT 06870 Patrick Lucas, CGCS - Eric Azars (800) 815-1113 FAX (203) 698-1920 Eastern Land Management, Inc. Golf Course Construction Services Stamford, CT 06902 Bruce T. Moore, Sr., CCLP (800) 926-GREEN Fairway Landscapers, Inc. Golf Course Construction So. Glastonbury, CT 06073 Walter C. Vami (860) 633-1273 Glenmore Landscape Service 98 Hack Green Road Pound Ridge, NY 10576 Glenn S. Moore (914) 764-4348 Greenacres Company Dave Pijnenburg Irrigation Contractor 75 Codfish Hill Rd.,Bethel, CT 06801 (203) 748-0558 James Carriere & Sons, Inc. 7 Cottage St., Port Chester, NY 10573 Trap Sand - Partac Topdressing-Drainage Stone Bill Carriere (914) 937-2136 LESCO, Inc. 20005 Lake Road Rocky River, OH 44116 Mike Donahue (800) 321-5325 FAX (800) 673-3030 Lofts Seed Company 68 White Cedar Drive Madison, CT 06443 (203) 421-4641 (800) 708-8873 Metro Milorganite, Inc. 365 Adams Street Bedford Hills, NY 10507 Joe Stahl - Scott Apgar (203) 321-0678 or (860) 663-8048 Millane Nurseries, Inc. 604 Main Street Cromwell, CT 06416 Jim Goodrich (860) 635-5500 & (860) 526-3991 NORTHERN Professional Turf Products Wholesale Nursery West Suffield, CT 06093 Jeff Rogers (860) 668-5225 Partac Golf Course Top-Dressing Great Meadows, NJ 07838 (800) 247-2326 (908) 637-4191 Bill Carriere (914) 937-2136 Joe BidweU (203) 651-8555 Pro-Lawn Products 102 Conklin Road Stafford Springs, CT 06076 Mike Dukette (203) 684-6242 R. F. Morse & Son, Inc. West Wareham, MA 02576 ParEx - KPower - Vertidrain Carl Wallace - Chris Cowan (508) 295-1553 ’ Sawtelle Brothers, Inc. 21 E. Dudley Town Road Bloomfield, CT 06002 Peter Moran-Dave Brownell-Frank Bava (800) 999-TURF The Scotts Company 26 Waite Avenue South Hadley, MA 01075 Rick Fomi (413) 534-8896 Shawnmark Industries, Inc. Specialty Products & Service Warwick, RI 02888 Matt Howland (24 hours a day) (401) 295-1673 Tee & Green Sod P. O. Box 418 Exeter, RI 02822 Owen Regan - Dave Wallace (401) 789-8177 Terre Company of NJ, Inc. 206 Delawanna Ave., P. O. Box 1000 Clifton, NJ 07014 Byron Johnson, Jr. (203) 748-5069 Toelles Road Sand & Gravel Co. ' Wallingford, CT 06492 Golf Course Sands & Topdressing Hal Kraus (203) 284-8552 Turf Products Corporation 157 Moody Rd., P. O. Box 1200 Enfield, CT 06082 John Ferry - Mark Loper (203) 763-3581 Turf Specialty, Inc. 15 Londonderry Road, Unit 3 Londonderry, NH 03053-6604 Dave Schermerhom (603) 437-0008 Westchester Turf Supply, Inc. P. O. Box 198 Lincolndale, NY 10540 Bob Lippman (914) 248-7476 FAX (914) 248-6862 White Contractors Golf Course Construction & Renovation Old Greenwich, CT 06870-0484 James E. Morris, Jr. (203) 869-8808