VOLUME XXI, PART III, MAY/JUNE 2005
NEWSLETTER OF THE FLORIDA GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION

A storm took out the lunch tent so it was open air dining for the 500 attendees of the South Florida GCS A
2005 Turf Exposition and Field Day in Fort Lauderdale. See story on page 5 of this newsletter.

Upcoming Events

May 3 CFGCSA/GCSAA Seminar,
"Plant Nutrition and Fertilizer",
Dr. Grady Miller, UF and Dr.
Kevin Frank, Michigan State.
Crown Plaza Resort, Orlando.

May 16 Treasure Coast GCS A Blue
Pearl Tournament, The Medalist

June 15 PBGCS A S upt/Assistant
Tournament, Deerfield GC

May 19 Calusa chapter meeting,
Maple Leaf GC

June 15 11 th Annual Gulf Coast Field
Day, WFREC, Jay, Florida

May 12 Everglades chapter Poa
-14 weekend, Naples Beach Hotel
See page 6 for details

May 24 Suncoast GCS A Annual Meeting June 15 Everglades GCS A Vendor
Appreciation Day, Bears Paw
Sara Bay CC

May 25
May 13 FGCSA Seminar, Dr. Patt
Schwab, Situational Leadership,
Naples Beach Hotel, 8:00 a.m. June 4
.35 GCS AA CEU's provided.

PBGCS A Golf Outing, Turtle
Creek CC, Tequesta
PBGCS A Future of Golf
Tournament, The Falls CC
9:00 a.m. Shotgun start

May 16 West Coast chapter meeting,.
Heritage Isles. GregPagano,
Bayer, speaker. PDI Points.

June 7 WCGCSA Annual Meeting/
Election of Officers, Cheval CC

May 16 Central Florida Chapter
Championship, Isleworth CC

June 13 CFGCSA Chapter Meeting,
Harmony Golf Preserve

June 18 PBGCS A Fishing Tournament
June 22 Calusa GCS A Annual Meeting/
Election, Cypress Lakes GC
June 27 Treasure Coast GCS A Pro/Supt,
Indian River Club
July 24 CF Crowfoot Grand Cypress
Sept. 11 53rd Annual Florida Turfgrass
-14
Conference & Show,see pg. 7
MAY 1 3 2005

President's Message

President's Message
Joe Pantaleo

and raise funds for much needed turf research.

Once again, a delegation was sent to Tallahassee in order to fortify our legislative relationships in the Capitol this year. Mike
Goldie, our lobbyist, deserves huge credit
as he arranged an outstanding schedule of
visits with Representatives and Senators. It
has become ever more apparent to me that
Mike has earned tremendous respect from
all of the legislators that we were able to meet.
When we went into their offices, we weren't
treated as strangers and all were sympathetic
to our cause. The Legislators knew who we
were and understood the importance of our
As for our associations, this spring has been industry in Florida.
very predictable and productive as the calendar was chock full of activity. Whether it Trying to gain support for the proposed
was a golf fundraising event, a seminar or matching grant funding for turf research was
the like, there sure was no shortage of op- our main goal. Everyone we met with seemed
portunities to get involved this spring. I per- supportive, and we are hopeful it will be apsonally tried to attend as many functions as proved in the next fiscal year. Mike also
possible, but simply couldn't find the spare keeps us abreast of any bills that could adtime to make them all. Thank you to all who versely affect our industry, and I am happy
volunteered their time and efforts to help to say that none are looming presently.
benefit the turf industry through all these
We also met with Dale Dubberly, Chief of
functions this spring.
Monitoring Compliance and Dr. Dennis
Howard, Chief of the Bureau of Pesticides,
We know that the Annual Turf Exposition in both
from the Dept. of Ag and Consumer
Davie and the Envirotron Tournament con- Services,
trying to keep updated on fertilizer
tinue to be the largest fundraisers each year. and pesticide
that may be pending.
Not forgotten, though, are the smaller chap- The trip was notissues
complete
without a visit to
ter sponsored events that help educate us

As we wind up the golfing season for a majority of our northern members and guests,
we look forward to getting some much
needed time and rest for our courses and
ourselves. The weather has sure been unpredictable this spring, evidenced by all of
the rain delays and shortened golf events
so far this year. We do know, though, that
warmer weather is on the way real soon.
Hopefully, you and your families are planning something special for the upcoming
summer season.

Editor:

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Joe Pantaleo
the office of Charles Bronson, Commissioner of Agriculture. He has much on his
plate, and it was good to remind him of the
importance of golf and sports turf in Florida.
Thanks to Mike for all you do for us!
While in Tallahassee, we also extended an
invitation to the Gulf Coast GCSA to become more involved with the FGCSA. Scott
Sewell, CGCS, one of their directors, was
able to spend a couple of days with us.
Hopefully, he got to know us and will take
the word back to his chapter as to what we
are all about. Obviously, we want to include
as many superintendents as possible from
all portions of the state as valuable members of our association. We will stay in touch
with the Gulf Coast Chapter leaders and
hope to include them in all we do in the
near future.
Many thanks go out to our own Jeff Heggen
from the Coastal Plains Chapter for having
the vision to want to see the Gulf Coast
inclusion in our association. His tireless
efforts trying to make our industry stronger are much appreciated.
Our next Board meeting will be held at the
Naples Beach Club in conjunction with the
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Director of Communications Report

Continuation of Presidents Message...
ever popular Poa Annua weekend. Our
agenda, as usual, will be loaded with important information and issues to discuss.Prior
to the Board meeting, Hannes Combest, from
the GCSAA, will guide us through a halfday strategic planning session. She will help
us evaluate our current association procedures and goals as well as for the long range
(5-10 years). This should be an interesting
forum. We would also like to invite all of the
FCGS A past presidents to attend. The planning session will be held from 8:00 AM to
12:00 Noon on Thursday, May 12.
Don't forget the seminar on Friday, May 13,
presented once again by Patt Schwab. Her
seminar last year was extremely popular and
enjoyable. The topic this year is called "Situational Leadership for High Turn-Over
Staffs" and should prove to be equally as
interesting and entertaining.
I am personally looking forward to the Poa
weekend and, after all of these meetings and
seminars, hope to relax and join as many of
you as possible around the pool and Tiki
Bar. See you there.

-"IMIi
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What's Up D.O.C.?
by Joel Jackson

ing brought by farm workers in south Florida
claiming exposure to pesticides has caused
a cluster of birth defects. Without any evidence or history on the people making the
claims, the Commissioner warns that the Farm
Workers Union may use this issue to expand
its based into other green industries employing migrant workers. He urges all applicators to be sure their records, training and
practices are up to date and follow regulations for personal protection, re-entry, storage and security.

1. Government Relations: MSMA - During
our recent Capitol Hill visit to Tallahassee,
Dr. Dennis Howard reported that they still
do not have a final agreement on the proposed groundwater study to evaluate
MSMA/Arsenic leaching. He did say that a
label change may be coming and that the
normal federal review of MSMA re-registration is proceeding and may have a bearing Spring Regulatory Tour - By the time you
on future limitations to the use of the prodthis, we will have participated in our
uct, especially with regard to vulnerable soils. read
third Spring Regulatory Tour (April 11th),
is a partnership of the FGCSA with
Methyl Bromide - Dr. Howard also mentioned which
the
Florida
& Vegetable Association.
that they have been in discussions with They have Fruit
been
this for nearly 20
Hendrix & Dail over the use of existing stocks years and invited usdoing
to
join
a couple of years
of MeBr for use on turf/golf courses. While ago. Tim Hiers and the Old Collier
have
H&D report they have enough to take care hosted the tour since the course Club
is
closed
of foreseeable needs for the next two years, on Monday and makes access very easy for
the future of the product for turfgrass uses the
attendees who arrive in Ft. Myers on the
remains uncertain.
Monday of the tour week. These folks are
persons from U.S. EPA in Washington
Pesticides and Birth Defects Lawsuit - Also key
and
Region
4 in Atlanta and members of the
during our visit, Commissioner Charles Florida regulatory
community from DEP,
Bronson issued a concerned warning to all DO ACS and Water Management
Districts.
pesticide users with regard to a lawsuit beThis year besides the course and maintenance facility tour we will have them participate in a putting contest to give an even
more hands-on feel for the product we produce. The real world knowledge they gain
from these tours on turf, nursery, citrus, sugar
cane, row crops and cattle operations is invaluable for many who have never been in
the field and yet must work with us on regulatory issues.

2005 Legislative Delegation (left to right) Scott Sewell, CGCS, Gulf Coast GCSA;
Joe Pantaleo, FGCSA President; Mike Goldie, Lobbyist Consultant; Greg Pheneger,
FGCSA Past President and Shane Bass, Coastal Plains GCSA.

FGCSA BMP Committee: The next meeting
of the full committee will be on May 18th. In
the meantime the various subcommittees are
calling/meeting to discuss the language in
the various sections like Siting, Design &
Construction; Cultural Practices; Pesticides;
Fertilizers; Irrigation; Maintenance Facilities
and Habitat Management.
2. Allied Associations: GCSAA: Spring heralds in committee meetings at GCSAA headquarters in Lawrence, KS. FGCSA Vice President Craig Weyandt, Marie Roberts and
myself will be attending the Chapter Officers & Executives Symposium on April 11-13.
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Continuation of D.O.C. Column
D.O.C. Column Continued from page 2...
I will return to Kansas City for a Strategic
Communications Committee meeting on April
21-23 along with Darren Davis. Check out
how to volunteer for future committee volunteer service at GCSAA's website
www.gcsaa.org. It is a great learning experience personally, and gives you an opportunity to participate in your professional association in a meaningful way. One of the
best ways to work at the national level is to
become active at the local level first, since
GCSAA likes to get references from local
chapters on those who volunteer at the national level.
FTGA: Don't forget, the 2005 FTGA Conference and Show will be moving to the Hyatt
Hotel at Coconut Point in Bonita Springs this
coming September 12th - 15th. This new
venue will have everything including the golf
tournament within easy reach.
3. Education: There will be two GCSAA seminars in May that I am aware of. (1) Tuesday,
May 3rd, the Central Florida GCSA will host
a 1-day (.7 education points) seminar on
"Plant Nutrition and Fertilizer" taught by Dr.
Grady Miller (U. of Florida) and Dr. Kevin
Frank (Michigan State U.). You may register
and get more information on line at
www.gcsaa.org. (2) and the FGCS A will host
a 1/2-day GCSAA Leadership seminar (.35
education points) titled "Situational Leadership" taught by the entertaining and educational Dr. Patt Schwab on Friday, May 13th
at the Naples Beach Hotel during the Poa
Annua Classic. You don't have to register
for the Poa Classic to attend this seminar.
Call Marie Roberts at 800-732-6053 for registration information.
4. Media/Public Relations: An article on
pesticides in the Charlotte Harbor watershed
ran in the SW Florida Sun-Herald recently.
Besides the negative innuendos and inferences it contained very few hard facts other
than to say five herbicides had been found
in the water. The only one labeled for use on
golf courses was simazine. The overall tone
and credibility of the article was highly suspect when this quote appeared, "The EPA
has not calculated the toxicity of atrazine,
the primary ingredient of the popular herbicide Roundup." Most allied associations I

contacted decided not to respond to this
article. I did however, email the reporter and
alerted him to the factual error above and
offered to be a source to check facts the next
time. He apologized and thanked me and said
"the inaccuracy must have been due to faulty
note taking."

Membership in this chapter includes many
SE Alabama and SW Georgia
superintendents. We invited Gulf Coast
Director Scott Sewell to join us in
Tallahassee to see what we are doing for all
superintendents, so he can report back to
his chapter.

On a positive note, the Palm Beach Post,
which often blasts agriculture and pesticide
users ran a very positive article on the South
Florida Turf Expo, and of course was amazed
at the education and complexity of proper
turf management and the training turf managers and technicians undergo and the continuing education they pursue.

6. FGCSA Publications: Remember to share
your chapter news with us or write a handson article. Upcoming topics are listed inside
the front cover of every issue next to the
Table of Contents. Get published in the
Florida Green. We pay for articles and
photos.

Don Benham just sent me an article from the
Bradenton paper, The East County Observer,
and the title was, "Technology, careful planning debunk golf course myths " The article
quoted superintendents, UF professors and
folksfromAudubon International. It was nice
to see a fair and balanced article for a change.
The gist of the article was to inform readers
that golf courses when managed properly
are great wildlife habitats and do not pose
problems for the environment. We all know
that, but the public needs to see and hear,
and in this case they did.
Another side benefit to the Spring Regulatory Tour: Since we have to rent the 6-8 passenger golf carts for the week for the week,
Tim also takes this time to tour 5th graders
from a nearby elementary school. This year
120 students and 20 teachers/parents got to
see what golf courses are all about.
I have entered several Golfdom and Florida
Green columns and articles in the 2005 Turf
& Ornamental Communicators Writing
Awards Contest and will be attending their
annual meeting in Memphis, TN to network
with other green industry writers, editors and
advertisers.
5. Chapter Relations: Jeff Heggen and
Shane Bass from the Coastal Plains GCSA
have volunteered to assist the Gulf Coast
GCSA in finding more ways to participate in
and support the Florida GCSA since many
of our programs benefit all Florida
superintendents. The Gulf Coast GCSA
membership is spread out along a 200 mile
stretch from Tallahassee to Pensacola, so
meeting attendance is a challenge. In order
to facilitate meetings, the chapter is divided
into three zones: East, Central and West.

Don't forget the Florida Green Photo
Contest is in full swing. The new 2005
contest year began with the Fall 2004 issue.
The contest runs until August with entries
post marked before August 1 . Photos,
slides and digital photos accepted. Digital
photos must be high enough resolution (300
dpi or higher) for publication quality and
saved in jpeg or TIF format. See the latest
issue of the Florida Green for contest rules.
st

7. DOC/Editor Upcoming Events, Travel,
Deadlines and Tasks
Turf & Ornamental Communica5/2
>n, Memphis, TN
5/10 Dea,
\rticle for Florida Golf
Central M«.
5/12 - FGCSA Strategic i ianning, Board
5/3 4 Meeting, Naples Beach Club
5/16 iica. c Coast Blue Pearl
Tournament, Hobe Sound
Tuly Golfdom Column Deadline
5/22k of Golf
5/25 Spring Conference, St Augustine
5/30 DOC monthl)
i updates
6/1 - GCSAA Publications and On6/3 Line Task Group Meeting,
Lawrence, KS
6/7
Deadi ir e for editorial content for
Summer 2005 Florida Green
6/10 Deadline - Article for Florida Golf
Central Magazine
6/15 Deadline - July/August Green
Sheet
6/20 August Golfdom Column
Deadline
6/30 Deadline - Turf Links column for
Florida Turf Digest
6/30 DOC monthly chapter Update
and reports

Chapter Fundaisers

SFGCSA Exposition Sets
Another Record in 2005

The Show must go on! The pre-Expo storms
didn't damper the spirits of the inquiring
minds of those who sought the latest research information conducted on the FGCS A
Research Green.
Despite the nasty weather the night before,
the sun shone brightly on the 500 attendees
gathered for the 18th Annual Expo in Fort
Lauderdale on March 24th. South Florida
GCSA members and Unuiversity of Florida
staff members were up bright and early that
morning shuffling tables and chairs, resetting tents, juggling equipment and generally working hard to make the Expo another
outstanding success.
Again this year the ever loyal major sponsors - Hector Turf, Kilpatrick Turf and Environmental Turf ~ as well as the ten equipment demonstrators and thirty three booth
sponsors were responsible for setting a new
record in raising funds for the research
projects at the Fort Lauderdale Research and
Education Center. Gross revenue for the day
topped $40,000, setting a new gross income
record in the 18 year history of the Expo.
After expenses, all proceeds go to support
the upkeep and maintenance of the FGCS A
research green and REC turf plots.

Turf Expo Coordinator Dr. John Cisar and South Florida GCSA President Kelly Cragin
survey the remains of the tents knocked down the night before the 2005 Expo.

2005 Jack Harrell, Sr.
Ridge Invitational

2005 Jeff Hay den Envirotron
They come from far and wide to participate
in this granddaddy of them all turfgrass
research fundraisers, so it was no surprise
that the Golf Ventures Palm Beach team of
Walt McMahon, Steve Bernard, Tyler
Warner and Terry Kennelly took 1st place
gross on the Pine Barrens Course and a team
from the Lost Lakes GC in the Treasure
Coast, John Bolton, Anthony Pizzi, Ed
Hrebner and Curtis Wichem took low gross
honors on the Rolling Oaks Course.

The South Florida GCSA would like to thank
the UF researchers who led the large crowd
through the early morning field tours of the
projects being conducted at the site. Thanks
also to Dr. Phil Harmon, UF Extension
Turfgrass Pathology Department, who was
the featured speaker for the afternoon CEU The Suncoast Chapter team of Robbie
Robertson, Bill Tyde, Chip Copeman and
program.
Paul Goff took 3rd place net on Rolling Oaks
Representatives from the major sponsors, and the Ridge Team of Brian Mortillaro, Gary
Hector Turf and Kilpatrick Turf, were respon- Newcomb, Dean Zarlenga, and Tom Barnett
sible for technical sesions for mechanics and took 4th place net on Rolling Oaks.
spray techs At the same time, the third major sponsor, Environmental Turf, was busy Tournament Chairman Glenn Oberlander did
cleaning up from their massive bar-be-que! not have the final net proceeds figures at
press time, but it appears as if the
And last but certainly not least, the SFGCSA tournament was it's usual financial success.
would like to thank Dr. John Cisar, Expo Coordinator, his hard-woring assistants, Karen Dr. Terril Nell, Chairman of the
Williams and Dara Park as well as the entire Environmental Horticulture Dept. at the
staff at the REC for, once again, doing ev- University of Florida headed up a
contingent of IFAS faculty including Dr.
erything they could to make the day the Jerry
Sartain who participated in the event.
outstand success that it was.

A sunny but windy day at the Grasslands
CC in Lakeland greeted the full field of
golfers as they challenged host Roy
Wilshire, CGCS' course set up.
There were no losers as Ray Cuzzone had
the barebecue dinner ready when the last
putt was holed. The big winner was Steve
Bernard from the Adios GC in Palm Beach
as he took the low gross honors. 2005 seems
to be Steve's year with his additional first
place win at the Envirotron tournament.
Proceeds from the event will support the
Jack Harrell, Sr. Turf Scholarship at Florida
Southern College, the Lakeland First Tee
project, local youth programs and other local
charities and statewide turf research.

f

Dues Reminder

FGCS A local chapters have mailed
Dues Renewal Notices out to all
members during the past weeks. If
you have not received your Renewal
Notice, please call your Chapter
Secretary/Treasurer. Don't be left out
l of the FGCS A Directory!
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Local Chapter Fundraisers

Expanded POA Weekend Set
For May 12 - 14th

Wentworth GC and West
Coast GCSA Host Successful
Benevolent Tournament

All contributions from this tournament are
used to support long range turf research by
May 12th through the 14th are the dates for the University of Florida through the G C.
The Annual FWCGCSA Benevolent
this year's popular Poa Tournament week- Horn Memorial Endowment Fund.
Tournament was held March 22 at
end at the family-friendly Naples Beach Club.
Wentworth
Golf Club. It was a fun-filled
The Everglades GCS A has announced that
day
and,
though
was for rain,
As usual, the weekend begins on Thursday this year's Poa weekend will include two golf we had a nice daytheto forecast
enjoy
this
event. The
with business first as the FGCS A has planned formats to accommodate the anticipated course was in wonderful shape thanks to
an early morning GCS AA Strategic Planning number of participants. Both golf events Kirk Sowers and his staff.
Session where Hannes Combest will lead a will have an 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start. Players
discussion/workshop to map out a five year may choose either to play a two man The chapter would like to thank the
plan for the FGCSA. In the afternoon the scramble with 30% handicap at the Naples following sponsors who generously made
FGCS A Board will convene the annual spring Beach Club or an individual stroke play for- large donations to make this a successful
board meeting. Later that night the Board mat at Naples Grande GC. The Poa Cham- fundraising event: Harrell's, Inc., Bayer
will get together again for the annual Past pion and the Team Chapter Championship Environmental Science, and Hendrix & Dail.
President's Dinner where David Court, CGCS, will come from the individual format played A BIG THANKS also goes out to Ken and
Boca Lago CC, will be presented with the at Naples Grande. Prizes will be awarded in Barb Husilak and to Richard Ferrell Pump
2005 FGCSA Distinguished Service Award. both formats and winners will be announced Service for the incredible ribs and chicken.
at the Luau which will be held Saturday
evening
from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. on the All in attendance should be proud of your
Friday morning is reserved for education as
Watkins
Lawn.
Deadline for golf registra- efforts in this event. Between the
Dr. Patt Schwab returns for the second year
tion
forms
for
the
Naples Grande event was sponsorships, entry fees, donations, and
with another great seminar that is sure to be
May
1st
on
a
first
come
first served basis so raffle/auction the tournament netted about
a hit with the audience. This year's seminar
if
you
have
not
sent
in
your
registration form $6000. This is in line with our goal of a 50%
is entitled "Situational Leadership for High
or better profit margin for the event. The
Turn-over Staffs' and will be delivered in as yet, your spot is not secured.
Benevolent
board members will meet soon
Patt's signature humorous style. As a suto
determine
the donation will be to
perintendent, your best interests lie in de- For more information concerning the indi- Christine and what
John
Chevalier. John is an
veloping the most stable, productive staff vidual activities and registration forms for affiliate member of Florida West Coast
possible. Situational Leadership involves all of the events at the Poa, please contact GCSA working for Richard Ferrell Pump
recognizing and then using the most effec- Mike Smith at 239-860-6680 or Matt Taylor Service.
tive leadership style for each situation. at 239-261-4987. You may contact the FGCSA
"Treating everyone the same" isn't good
management. New employees, skilled staff,
volunteers and disciplinary situations demand different approaches.
This four hour seminar has been approved
by the GCSAA for .35 education points and
registration fee is $50.00 if paid by May 9th.
Fee is $60.00 at the door. Continental breakfast is included. Call FGCSA office for a
seminar registration form. Note that you are
not required to play in either the Poa or the
Horn Tournament in order to attend this
FGCSA sponsored seminar although you
may pay for the seminar through your golf
form if you are playing in these events.
The seminar will conclude in time for those
wishing to play in the G. .C. Horn Tournament to make the 1:15 p.m. Shotgun Start at
the Grey Oaks GC just a short distance from
the Beach Club. The format for the Horn
will be the same as last year, a 3 man team
with a handicap greater than 30.

The proceeds from the 2nd Annual West Coast GCSA's Benevolent Tournament will
go to Christine and John Chevalier who were on hand at the Tournament.

More Chapter News

Jacaranda West CC Hosts
2005 Suncoast Scramble

For the first time in many years, the Suncoast
Scramble was not played at Misty Creek GC.
The Suncoast GCSA will be rotating golf
courses in the Sarasota area with Jacaranda
West CC serving as host this year.
Superintendent Mike McCulloch had the
course in great shape and the weather was
spectacular for the full field of players. The
winning team was composed of Shane
Bebout, Superintendent at Foxfire GC along
with his Pro and Asst Pro, and a supplier
member from Coastal Equipment Systems.
Proceeds from the event go to support turf
research through donations to the Florida
Turfgrass Association and the FGCS A.

NFGCSA 2005 Mike
Richards Tournament
The North Florida GCSA held their 13 th Annual Scholarship Tournament at the Jacksonville G&CC. Host superintendent, Greg
Tharp, proudly presented his newly renovated greens for his fellow chapter members.

Florida Superintendents
Attain Certified Status
Congratulations to the following Florida Golf
Course Superintendents who have attained
Certified GCSA status in the past few months.
Melanie Mark, Spessard Holland GC,
Melbourne Beach, Treasure Coast Chapter.
James DeReuil, Kelly Plantation GC,
Destin, Gulf Coast GCSA
Shane Bass, St. James Bay GC, Carrabella,
Coastal Plains GCSA
K. Robert Buege, Tara GC, Bradenton.
Suncoast GCSA.
Ryan Willis, Kings way CC, Lake Suzy.
Calusa GCSA.
David Robinson, Marriott Golf, Orlando.
Everglades GCSA.
Law Jason Brod, Raptor Bay GC, Bonita
Springs. Everglades GCSA.
Alberto Quevedo, Hideout GC, Naples.
Everglades GCSA.

Florida Turfgrass
Association
53rd Annual
Conference & Show
Hyatt Coconut Point
Mark the dates on your calendar now for
September 11th to 14th at the beautiful Hyatt
Coconut Point in Bonita Springs. For location information visit the hotel website at
www.coconutpoint.hyatt.com. Registration
is available online at www.ftga.org or call the
FTGA at 800-882-6721 for more information,
email: aflenghi@ftga.org.

Brothers Fred and Glen Klauk were low gross
winners of the Tournament. After the last
putt was played, the attendees were treated
to a great lunch and were given an insight
into the GCSAA/CMAA joint venture and
helpful hints on the PDI program by our newest GCSAA Board Member, Bob Randquist,
CGCS from Boca Rio GC. The chapter then
presented a $1,500 LCCC Scholarship to
Hugh Wheat, a 3rd year student at LCCC. In
addition, NFGCSA will donate $1,000 to the
First Tee Program and $5,000 to the FGCS A
for turrfgrass research.
In a reversal of roles from last year, Paul
Hammrick presented the 2005 Alan
MacCurrach Lifetime Achievement Award to
Jay McCord. (Jay presented the award to
Paul at last year's event.) Jay has been an
active chapter supporter for the past 20 years.
For 16 years he was marketing manager for
Nutri-Turf, Inc. and is currently employed
by ProSource One as a territory sales manager. Jay is currently serving on the Board
of the Florida Turfgrass Association as
Secretary/Treasurer.

Matt Taylor, Everglades Symposium Chairman (right), assists Dr. Bert McCarty of
Clemson University set up for his presentation at the 2005 Spring Symposium in Naples.

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