"Green is Beautiful” Ontario Golf Superintendents Association 54 HERNSHAW CRESCENT - ETOBICOKE, ONTARIO M9C 3M4 - TELEPHONE 622-9929 JANUARY 1982 NEXT MEETING North Halton Golf and Country Club Wednesday February 17 10 o’clock OGSA Meeting 11 o’clock OTRF Annual Meeting 12 o’clock Lunch Slide presentation -Trees and Shrub Adaptation to the Golf Course Mr. Mosseler 1 o’clock Curling for the OGSA Trophy Host: Al Beeney Cost: $6.00 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE As your new president for 1982, I would like to focus my thoughts on trying to bring our association closer together throughout the province. By having a board of directors throughout the province this year we can hope­ fully reach out to our members and get them involved in our association. We plan to have educational speakers at meetings this year and we are going to have meetings in all areas of the province. I hope our members will support our activities as it is a benefit for our superintendents and our association. Bob Brewster EVENTS’82 GCSAA’S 53rd International Turfgrass Conference and Show January 28 - February 5 New Orleans Curling Meeting February 17 North Halton Golf and Country Club GCSAA “Turfgrass Nutrition” Seminar, The Constellation Hotel, Toronto March 6-7 CGSA 33rd Annual Turfgrass Conference and Show March 7-10 Constellation Hotel, Toronto Rainbird 1982 Turf Irrigation Seminar March 17 - 19, Ottawa Michigan and Border Cities/OGSA Joint Meeting April 15 Dominion Golf Oldcastle Ont. ONTARIO GOLF SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 1982 PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT PAST PRESIDENT Bob Brewster Rusty Warkman Ken Nelson Weston Golf Club Oshawa Golf Club Sunningdale Golf Club 50 St. Phillips Rd. Box 36 R.R. No. 5 Weston, Ontario M9P 2N6 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7K8 London, Ontario N6A 4B9 Phone: Bus. (416) 241-5551 Phone: Bus. (416) 725-9511 Phone: Bus. (519) 439-3981 Home (416) 482-2862 Home (416) 623-4977 Home (519) 455-6620 DIRECTORS Al Draper Barry Endicott Bill Fach Greenhills Country Club Chinguacousy Country Club Essex Golf & Country Club R.R. No. 3 R.R. No. 1 7555 Matchette Road Lambeth, Ontario NOL 1SO Inglewood, Ontario LON 1K0 Windsor, Ontario N9J 2S4 Phone: Bus. (519) 652-3142 Phone: Bus. (416) 838-3903 Phone: Bus. (519) 734-1251 Home (519) 472-3227 Home (416) 838-2724 Home (519) 734-6710 Doug Hoskins John Hutchinson Robert Kennedy Summit Golf Club Warkworth Golf Club Garden City Golf Club Box 420 R.R. No. 4 37 Lincoln Ave. Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 4Y6 Warkworth, Ontario KOK 3K0 St. Catharines, Ontario L2P 2C7 Phone: Bus. (416) 884-5234 Phone: Bus. (705) 924-2569 Phone: Bus. (416) 685-0076 Home (416) 826-0504 Home (705) 924-2299 Home (416) 935-2019 Hugh Kirkpatrick Paul Scenna Tom Simpson Westmount Golf & Country Club Galt Country Club Newcastle Golf Club P.O. Box 221 Box 534 R.R. No. 2 Kitchener, Ontario N2G 3Y6 Cambridge (G), Ontario N1R 5W1 Newcastle, Ontario LOA 1H0 Phone: Bus. (519) 744-1041 Phone: Bus. (519) 621-7020 Phone: Bus. (416) 987-4851 Home (519) 893-2119 Home (519) 623-3292 Home (416) 987-4395 NEWSLETTER EDITOR Barry Endicott Chinguacousy Country Club, R.R. No. 1, Inglewood, Ontario LON 1K0, Phone: Bus. (416) 838-3903 Home (416) 838-2724 NEWSLETTER CORRESPONDENTS John Hutchinson Bill Fach Robert Kennedy O.G.S.A. Survey and Christmas Party ‘81 1982 OGSA Drainage Course by Al Draper Management Symposium Oakdale Country Club University of Guelph On October 21 and 22, 17 people Once again the OGSA Christmas party January 5 attended the first O.G.S.A. Survey and was a huge success when we consider Drainage Course at Oakdale Golf Club. This year’s symposium was another huge the excellent meal that everyone success with 126 turfgrass growers attend­ They were: enjoyed and the fun everybody had out ing. Thom Charters and Randy Price Neil Acton Brooklea Golf and on the dance floor, but it was a failure as chaired the proceedings and we had Country Club far as the numbers attending. 20 couples excellent presentations from the follow­ Lamont Anderson Erie Shores Golf attended our association’s main social ing local Superintendents: and Country Club event of the year and it is apparent that George Barnes Southbrook Golf Stewart Mills, the members as a whole do not want and Country Club future Christmas parties. Doug Rothwall, Phil Burns Scarborough Golf Club Gordon Witteveen, Bob Cherry Cherry Downs The board of directors, however, feel Hugh Kirkpatrick and Golf Club that it is essential that we have this Bill Hynd. Paul Dermott Oakdale Golf Club function and as a result Paul Scenna has Ted Horton, from the Westchester Al Draper Greenhills Golf Club taken this project under his wing and he Country Club was the visiting Superin­ Graig Evans Pheasant Run Golf and his gang are going to make you a tendent from the States. and Country Club deal that you can’t refuse. The material covered a wide spectrum Bill Fach Essex Golf and Country Club and we should thank symposium chair­ The association would like to thank the Dave Gourlay Thornhill Golf Club following suppliers for their donations: man Paul White and his committee for Peter Horrill Burlington Golf putting together such an interesting Turf Care Products and Country Club format. McCraken Golf Supplies Frank Merran Brampton Golf Club After dinner $9,000 was donated to the Duke Lawn Equipment Ltd. John McEllan Scarborough Golf Club University of Guelph for turfgrass Canadian Industries Ltd. Blake McMaster Brampton Golf Club research from the Ontario Turfgrass Dave Moote Scarborough Golf Club We would also like to thank Paul and Jackie Dermott for their hospitality. Research Foundation. $4,000 of the Doug Rothwell Hamilton Golf donation was given to Dr. Jack Eggens and Country Club which will be used on projects at the turf James Teeter Wyldewood Golf Club plot research station near Guelph. The course covered the use of a level Consultant New Members and surveying techniques, as well as drainage installation and design. We would like to talk to experienced Bill Kelly Peel Village Golf Club Course instructors, Frank Kains and Jim Bent Grass specialists with the intention David Wray Nanticoke Golf Myslik did an excellent job of preparing of retraining a person as a consultant for and Country Club and presenting the course. our lawn bowling green maintenance Al Stoyles Fanshaw Golf Club I would like to thank our hosts, Paul program. There is also a possibility that Ron Heeson Board of Trade Golf Dermott and Oakdale Golf Club for other bowling clubs in the area would and Country Club providing us with the facilities, and a fine require the same service. Tom Murghy Lambton Golf Club meal on both days. John Allen Thornhill Please call or write: Mr. Dave Tweedley Country Club RAINBIRD 1982 TURF Granite Club Ltd. Michael Van Beck Glen Abbey Golf Club IRRIGATION SEMINAR 2350 Bayview Ave. Ben Harders Saugeen Golf Club OTTAWA MARCH 17,18,19 Willowdale, Ont. Keith Wills Mt. Elgin Golf Club CONTACT BOB GOLDEN 431-5786 M2L 1E4 Preston Sand & FOR MORE INFORMATION (416) 449-8713 Gravel Co. Ltd. Stan Steip - Cambridge ATTEND O.G.S.A. ACTIVITIES THERE IS ALWAYS ROOM FOR ONE MORE Greens-sub drainage by BILL HYND We, as Superintendents of older determine frost levels which were shade factor would have been bet­ golf courses may spend con­ at 6” on the old greens and soft, ter quality than it is. siderable time living with, and which I expected. Four new greens On March 3rd I reported to the nursing the problem of poorly which were built to U.S.G.A. specs Golf Director my thoughts on drained greens. 1965-6 (to lengthen the golf course rebuilding all problem drainage St. George’s Golf Club, Toronto, for the 1968 Canadian Open) were greens to improve the quality but Canada is such a course. Built completely free of frost and firm, also to be able to open earlier in the in 1929, a championship golf which I didn’t quite expect, so Spring as several of our neighbours course hosting numerous major rapidly. were able to do. tournaments. The Golf Director was called out to At this stage, I also wrote to Al As Superintendent the past 19 view these extremes on February Radko, U.S.G.A. Greens Section years we have had no serious pro­ 28th and checked frost levels on Director; Dr. Bill Daniels, Turf blems with winter injury or summer two greens which were at 6” level Specialist, Purdue University; and wilt on greens; we have never with puddled water on the surface, Dr. Jack Eggens and Dr. Bob overseeded, although we top dress we then checked a new green built Sheard, Horticulture and Soil frequently and maintain an to U.S.G.A. specs, no frost and Sciences respectively, University of adequate Penncross nursery as a quite firm on the surface, he advis­ Guelph, Ontario, for their com­ contingency should problems arise. ed to continue testing on all greens. ments and grateful for their I suppose in this atmosphere you Upon analysis at this stage, we had favourable advice, which is that condition yourself to believing the convincing proof and evidence that complete rebuilding was the only greens are better than they actually the four greens rebuilt to U.S.G.A. long term solution. are. specifications in 1965-6 were per­ In order to sell the idea of The story now unfolds as a result of forming as well as ever re drainage. rebuilding greens to the members extremes and is as follows: We also rebuilt the right half of No. (a formidable task) it was obvious The past winter in the Toronto area 7 green to U.S.G.A. specs in 1968 that intensive testing was necessary was extremely severe. From (slope too severe). to cover all the angles and provide December 1st, 1980 to February We were well aware of the playing a sound base for presenting a case 15th, 1981 we experienced maxi­ qualitites of the new greens, consis­ for the major task of rebuilding. mum mean temperatures of -5°C tant and firm, especially in wet con­ The necessary instruments - a and very light snow cover. The ditions, faster greening up qualities common soil testing probe and soil month of February will be in the Spring. Those greens then thermometer and 2-3 hours of remembered for the 6” snowfall were our check greens in which we exercise walking around the golf followed by rain on February 10th, compared all others. course in cool Spring temps. a record precipitation causing There was one other thorn in the We started tests February 23rd and flooding and slush throughout the flesh -No. 1 green, which had been finished May 16th as follows, golf course. Extreme cold weather rebuilt in the Fall of 1972, this testing: followed on February 11th causing green has not improved in quality the heaviest build-up of ice on since, noted for hardness, shallow 1. Frost levels record. This was followed by 10 roots and a constant source of 2. Soil temperature at 3” days of abnormally mild weather comment from members. 3. Root growth from February 16th - 25th when A diagnosis of the green before 4. Top growth & quality temperatures were above freezing rebuilding revealed only 4” - 6” of night and day, daytime top soil material and we decided all Frost Levels temperatures averaging 7.5°C. that was necessary to improve this Frost levels - on all greens very Knowing fully well the effects of ice green was to add soil, which we quickly revealed where our pro­ build-up and injury to Poa, our did, of good qualify sandy loam to blems lay. The 5 U.S.G.A. specs predominant grass, I was par­ a depth of 7” in the centre taper­ greens were isolated immediately ticularly anxious as receding ice ing off at the edges to slightly on account of good drainage. Of cover was checked daily. By crown the green and resod with the remainder (despite inade­ February 22nd ice cover bad all Penncross. quate, non-functioning drainage gone, the temperature was 12°C, It is now evident that if we had systems) seven greens • warmed it was almost golf-like weather and I followed U.S.G.A. greens specs to up fast on account of sunlit ex­ made a few random checks to the letter, this green, despite a posure and sheltered from cold N.W. winds. The remaining seven greens were the main attraction and revealed inconsistancies that made it all the more remarkable that grass was able to grow at all. TAKE NOTE!! Soil Temperatures Soil temperatures - We decided on a constant depth of 3” and MISSING also checked air temperature at the same time. In the 2 hour JACKET period to complete this test on 19 greens there often would be a rise Rusty Warkman is missing his dark in temperature of 2° - 3° in the brown leather over coat since the soils. We then checked highs and lows together for a true Annual Meeting at Wyldewood Golf comparison. Club. ANYONE knowing the where abouts of it Root Growth Root growth - The disparity in Please Contact: quality continued through May on greens 1 and 16 in particular. Rusty Warkman Although root growth began to Oshawa Golf Club even out by the middle of May top Bus. (416) 725-9511 growth was tardy and there was still evidence of winter injury Home (416) 623-4977 showing on 1st and 16th greens into June. In Conclusion In conclusion - during the period February 23rd to May 16th we learned more about greens in­ ASSISTANT GOLF dividual characteristics than the COURSE previous 18 years, the work load was light at that time and we were SUPERINTENDENT able to devote considerable atten­ tion to detail. REQUIRED The experience gained has for March 1st., 1982 resulted in several changes in the greens maintenance programme this year: The position offers a genuine 1. The U.S.G.A. greens were not opportunity to be in charge of, and aerified due to good drainage responsible for Labour and characteristics and non­ compacting top soil layer. Equipment Management. 2. The original greens in good Applications must be received by sunlit locations which warmed up well in the Spring were January 15, 1982. aerified, plugs removed and sand top dressing applied to fill the plug holes. The Hamilton Golf & Country Club, 3. The other original greens slow 232 Golf Links Road, to warm up etc. were aerified Ancaster, Ontario only. They should be rebuilt L9G 2N5 because of poor drainage on a clay sub-base. SUCCESS FORCES by Joesph Sugarman Always be honest. the results are just the opposite. Relish your problems. A powerful problem and turned it into an opportunity. success force can be created by the If you programmed yourself to way you view a problem. view every problem as an We learn from our failures. Pile up opportunity, imagine what a enough failures and success is a Problems, as well as failures, are powerful force you would apply to sure bet. Failure is such a powerful negative things. But problems have your life. success force that it gives me the a hidden ingredient that makes There is no exception to this rule. reassurance to try almost anything, them very effective in creating Let the problem consume you, and for I know that if I fail, it will create a a success force. The word is you create a failure force. But take force for success later. “opportunity” that problem, turn it around by Take actions that add force to the Each problem has hidden in it an finding the opportunity, and you success side of your scale and you opportunity so powerful that it create a success force. create a force that brings success. literally dwarfs the problem. The Paragraphs taken from Success Take actions that result in the greatest success stories are created Unlimited Magazine, February ‘81 opposite — failure forces — and by people who recognized a issue. Jacobsen Division of Textron Inc. of Racine, Wisconsin is pleased to welcome ONTARIO TURF EQUIPMENT CO. LTD. as a new Jacobsen Distributor for all of the Province of Ontario east of Thunder Bay. ONTARIO TURF EQUIPMENT CO. LTD. of London, Ontario joins a world-wide distributor network for Jacobsen turf care products. In serving you, ONTARIO TURF EQUIPMENT CO. LTD. will have the sales, service, and technical capabilities that have made Jacobsen a leader in the turf industry. GCSAA’s Plants, like people, need a well-balanced diet to survive and grow. Because of the stress inflicted by the game of golf, proper nutrition is particularly important to turfgrass plants and therefore to golf course “Turfgrass superintendents. GCSAA’s two-day nutrition seminar was designed to provide a Nutrition” complete look at the turf plant’s nutritional needs, from the mathematics of fertilizer application to symptoms of deficiency. Seminar Seminar instructors Dr. Paul Rieke and Dr. Robert Shearman will stress essential elements, their effect on the plant’s tissue and their availability in the soil. Fertilizer types and application methods also will March 6-7, 1982 be reviewed. The Constellation Hotel This valuable seminar, which counts two points toward Toronto, Ontario GCSAA recertification requirements, will be offered in conjunction with the Canadian Turfgrass Show March 7-10, 1982. The seminar fee of $95 for GCSAA member preregistrations and $115 for all non­ member and on-site registrations includes all reference materials, an optional examination, refreshment breaks and luncheons. Other meals and housing costs are not included in the seminar fee. Instructors Dr. Paul Rieke Dr. Robert Shearman Professor, Turfgrass Specialist Crop and Soil Science University of Nebraska Michigan State University Here’s How To register, simply complete the registration form on the back, detach and mail with your seminar fee to GCSAA Seminars, 1617 St. Andrews Drive, Lawrence, KS 66044. All To Register registrations must be received at least two weeks before the seminar. A receipt and course outline will be mailed to you. GCSAA members will be given the opportunity to pass a written examination if they wish to receive a Certificate of completion and two points credit toward GCSAA recertification requirements. If a lack of registrations indicates that a seminar will be poorly attended, GCSAA reserves the right to cancel it until two weeks before the seminar date. In that case, your fee will be refunded in full. If you cancel your preregistration, a fee may be deducted from your preregistration payment. FOR SALE FOR SALE 1 10” Royer Shredder Rusty Warkman (416) 725-9511 1 Ryan Spiker Fred Curra (705) 743-3737 1 Jacobsen Tri-plex Bob Corbin (613) 546-1264 1 Toro Professional Tri-plex RETIRING BOB CORBIN After 17 years as Superintendent of the Cataraqui Golf and Country Club Bob is retiring. Bob has been in the business for a total of 22 years where he started at the St. Catharines Golf Club. We would like to wish Bob many happy retirement years doing the things he didn’t have time to do as a Superintendent. 1. New JACOBSEN TRAP KING - 1978 Engine - Completely overhauled - Painted A-l Condition............................................ Price: $2,600.00 1. NATIONAL TRIPLEX 800 SERIES - 1976 Electric Start - Quick Change of Height Rollers PRICES NEGOTIABLE Completely Overhauled - Reels Ground Painted Contact: ....................................................... Price: $2,500.00 Blake McMaster c/o Brampton Golf Club 1. JACOBSEN DELUXE TURF KING TRIPLEX - 1979 Electric Start - Completely Overhauled - P.O. Box 38, Brampton, Ontario L6V 2K7 Reels Ground - Painted.............................. Price: $2,800.00 (416) 459-5050 JOB OPENING Scarborough Golf and Country Club requires immediately, a golf course superintendent. The applicant should possess a thorough knowledge of the construction and maintenance of golf courses including; turf, plants and trees, fertilizer and pesticide control materials, drainage control methods and automatic irrigation systems. The successful applicant will report directly to the General Manager. The application, accompanied with a resume, should be forwarded to: Mr. Patrick McCann, General Manager, Scarborough Golf and Country Club, 321 Scarboro Golf Club Rd., Scarborough, Ont. M1J 3H2 UPCOMING MEETING Michigan and Border Cities/OGSA Joint Meeting Dominion Golf Host: Dan Uzelac Thursday April 15 Approx. Cost $70.00 Includes Associate members welcome - bus and 401 car pool pick-up Minimum limit of 30 people - refreshments and snacks on the bus - one night accommodations First 39 accepted - lunch, dinner, beer and prizes Departure April 14 Return April 15 ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT WANTED Muskoka Lakes Golf and Country Club, Port Carling requires the services of an experienced assistant greens superintendent for an 18 hole golf course. This position is open in early spring 1982 and employment is all year round. Applicant must have previous experience in golf course and equipment maintenance along with an honest desire to take an active role in the management of the golf course. Please apply, in confidence to: General Manager Muskoka Lakes Golf and Country Club, P.O. Box 280, Port Carling, Ont. POB 1J0 "Green is Beautiful" Ontario Golf Superintendents Association