THEGreenerside Official Publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey May - June 2400 • Volume 23 Number 3 NJAWC: Working on better solutions for when the next drought occurs! The Alliance for Water Conservation tions concerned about future water conservation restrictions and their impact on the turf and landscape By Nancy Sadlon Executive Secretary, New Jersey Alliance for Water Conservation includes 18 green industry associa­ for water conservation, little sense could be made for the specific restrictions (where and when) each segment of the Last year’s drought and the restrictions mandated by the state (NJDEP) caused a lot of hardship to super­ intendents and others in the green industry that we do not want to experience again. Efforts are underway, initi­ ated by Glenn Miller and the GCSANJ, to establish a uni­ fied group that will produce a water conservation plan that provides guidelines that superintendents and others in the green industry can live with when they are faced with drought conditions again. This initiative is being tackled by the newly formed New Jersey Alliance for Water Conservation (NJAWC). The Alliance for Water Conservation includes 18 green industry associations concerned about future wa­ ter conservation restrictions and their impact on the turf and landscape businesses that they represent. Associations cur­ rently represented in the NJAWC include New Jersey Golf Course Owners Association, New Jersey Landscape Con­ tractors Association, New Jersey State Golf Association, Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey, Irrigation Association of New Jersey, New Jersey Turfgrass Association, New Jersey Nursery and Landscape Associa­ tion, New Jersey Professional Golf Association, Philadel­ phia Section of Professional Golf Association, Rutgers Uni­ versity, New Jersey Club Managers Association, New Jer­ sey Sport Fields Managers Association, Alliance for Envi­ ronmental Concerns, New Jersey Farm Bureau, New Jersey Parks and Recreation Association, New Jersey Sod Grow­ ers Association, South Jersey Landscape Architects and New Jersey Arborists Association. Looking back—drought problems of 1999: Problems that occurred this past summer during the drought included the State’s mandated water restrictions and the dictation by the state as to where and when water could be used by the golf course industry. While the industry understood the need businesses that they represent. green industry was allowed to water. It was in general agreed by all represented associations that a mandate for a specific Continued on page 3 In this issue President's Message...............................2 GCSANJ News.........................................4 GCSAA News...........................................11 Vendor spotlight.................................... 16 The Rutgers Turf Club............................ 17 1st and goal........................................... 18 Lawyer threatens golf course with ADA lawsuit.....................................................22 Regulation Update..................................23 Hug a tree today...................................... 25 Technology update: Temporary Internet files.............................................26 GCSANJ Newsletter is published six times a year by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey Ken Krausz, Editor Newsletter Business Staff Chris Holenstein 973-627-3748 Ken Krausz, CGCS 201 599-8301 • FAX 201 447-0301 Contributing Writers Douglas Vogel, Brian M. Remo, Shaun Barry Please address inquiries to: Editor, The Greenerside 125 Crain Road, Paramus, NJ 07652 For Ad Placement: Judy Policastro (973) 379-1100 Art and Typography by Trend Multimedia 732-787-0786 • FAX 732-787-7212 Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey 66 Morris Ave., Suite 2A Springfield, New Jersey 07081 973-379-1100 • FAX 973-379-6507 Officers: Ken Krausz, CGCS, President Ed Mellor, Vice President Pat Campbell, CGCS, Secretary John O'Keefe, CGCS, Treasurer Glenn Miller, Past President Directors: District 3 Bruce Peeples District 1 Gary Arlio Elliott Lewis District 4 District 2 Gregg Armbruster Kenneth Givens Brian Minemier Chris Holenstein Chapter GCSAA Delegate James C. McNally Executive Secretary Judy Policastro Commercial Representatives Steve Chirip Shaun Barry Assistant Superintendent Representative Tim Kerwin ©2000 THE GREENERSIDE Opinions expressed in this Newsletter are the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily express the opinions or policies of the GCSANJ Board and its membership. No part of this newsletter may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission. Printed on recycled paper President’s Message What will this summer bring? Spring is upon us and summer is almost here. Although it is early April as I write this, you won’t read it until late May. Sometimes it is hard writing a timely piece when you won’t read it for another month (but that dam editor said he needed this article April 1). I don’t know about you but I had the most relaxing winter I have had in years. I did not go away on vacation and I did not go to the national this year. Those helped but I think the most part of relaxing this year came from the fact that Paramus Golf Course was closed for fifty days due to the snow cover. It did not snow that much but it just hung around. If you have ever been an employee at a year round public course you know how I feel. Although I had a lot of the winter free it seemed that every time I had something to attend there were two or three things going on that same day. I had an appoint­ ment for root canal surgery the first day of the Winter Symposium; I am told that day went well. I had an 11:00 a.m. bid opening the second day of the Symposium and got there to see the final round of Turf Jeopardy. The Kubik family as well as Jeff Fabiano, Steve Chirip and Duncan Bowie put their heads together and came away with a spirited victory. The day was beautiful, most superintendents learned all they could about gray leaf spot and did not return for day two. I have to thank all the vendors that showed up that day and promise that GCSANJ will try and reward you for your efforts. On an up note I hope that each member received their copy of the directions manual in the mail. This information was put together by Tim Kerwin and his committee. I had need for the manual today, went to the book, took out the page, made a copy of it and was able to put the original back in its binder and found my way. I thank Tim, his committee and every superintendent that allowed their superintendent to help complete the book. I wish every member well this summer season. May your family be healthy and golf course be green. NJAWC: Working on better solutions for when the next drought occurs! Continued from page 1 amount of water reduction (allowing the superintendent to determine how he would achieve that reduction) is the pre­ ferred method to address a drought situation. Of concern during last year’s drought was that the vari­ ous affected associations each responded to the water re­ striction problems independently, seeking individual provi­ sion. This was perceived as counterproductive and a driving force in the formation of the NJAWC. The industry as a whole recognized the need to present to the state a unified response and the need for a plan that allowed for conserva­ tion but provided more realistic solutions to achieving needed water reduction. In last year’s meetings with NJDEP - Division of Wa­ ter Allocation, these regulators were very receptive to the concerns of the industry and were willing to help in the cre­ ation of a unified water conservation plan. However, it was noted by this NJDEP department that their hands were tied on some aspects of the drought restrictions and that this is­ sue had to be handled at the legislative level. The NJAWC is formulating a plan of approach regarding lobbying the State legislature in addition to developing an industry-wide Water Conservation Plan. What’s next? The NJDEP - Division of Water Allo­ cation has recently contacted GCSANJ and lobbyist Russ Bent, and has requested a meeting on April 18 to discuss the water conservation issue. The NJAWC will be there on your behalf. Any questions, contact Nancy Sadlon at 908-904- 0336. Nancy Sadlon, executive director of the Alliance for Envi­ ronmental Concerns (AEC) and principal of Sadlon Envi­ ronmental (SE) will serve as coordinator and executive sec­ retary for the newly formed Alliance for Water Conserva­ tion. Nancy has been involved with environmental issues that affect the golf and green industry (including water con­ servation) since 1990 when she served as environmental specialist for the United States Golf Association. She takes on this additional responsibility with the support of the AEC and SE. She states, “The golf and green industry has been part of my life for over a decade. I embrace opportunities to continue to grow and learn new things about this wonderful industry. My recent professional initiatives have included consulting work involving golf course construction projects focused on water issues. My involvement with Treatment Services, Inc. and the design and construction of pump sta­ tions, sewage treatment plants, water quality monitoring or pond restoration have made my involvement in the Alliance for Water Conservation a natural fit. I am pleased to con­ tinue to serve the green industry through my professional consulting, my role as executive director of the AEC and my new position with the AWC.” Calendar June 12 GCSANJ Monthly Meeting, a Joint Meeting with the Philadelphia GCSA: Springhaven Club, Host: Superintendent William Mcllvane. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. July 31 GCSANJ June Monthly Meeting: Deerwood C.C., Host: Superintendent Joel Collura, CGCS. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. August 3 Golf & Fine Turf Research Field Day: Rutgers Hort Farm II, Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. August District Meetings:TBA Sept. 11 GCSANJ Invitational: Copper Hill C.C., Host: Superintendent Robert My I narski. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. Oct. 21 GCSANJ 75th ANNIVERSARY "KICKOFF GALA": Upper Montclair C.C. Mark Your Calendar Now! Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. Oct. 23 GCSANJ CHAMPIONSHIP: Hopewell Valley G.C., Host: Superintendent Steven T. Bradley. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. Oct. 25 GCSAA SEMINAR, Sustainable Golf Course Landscape Design: Location TBA. Contact GCSAA at 800-472-7878. Oct. 30 GCSANJ ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OUTING: Richmond County C.C. Host: Superintendent Brian Remo, Assistant Superintendent Curt Gandolfo. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. Dec. 11 GCSAA SEMINAR, The Magic of Greenkeeping:Trump Taj Mahal, Atlantic City, NJ. Contact GCSAA at 800-472-7878. Dec. 12-14 NJTA EXPO 2000: Trump Taj Mahal, Atlantic City, NJ. Contact NJTA at 732-821-7134 GCSANJ news SUPERINTENDENTS LEARN FROM SOME OF THE BEST ABOUT GRAY LEAF SPOT Leading researchers from the East Coast met at Rutgers University to pass on what they had learned about the dis­ ease Gray Leaf Spot. Speakers included Dr. Peter Dernoeden from the University of Maryland, Dr. Mark Farman and Dr. Paul Vincelli, both from the University of Kentucky, Dr. Wakar Uddin of Pennsylvania State University, along with Dr. Bruce Clarke and Richard Buckley from Rutgers Uni­ versity. Stanley Zontec from the U.S.G.A. and superinten­ dents Tom Hannigan of American Golf and Mike McNaulty from Philadelphia Country Club gave their observations. The second day had Dr. Stephen Souza of Princeton Hydro explaining the Global Information Systems and Glo­ bal Positioning Systems as they relate to golf course main­ tenance. The Vendor Table Top Show was also held on the sec­ ond day. Vendors that were there included Grass Roots, Koonz Sprinkler Supply, Novartis, Aquarius Irrigation Sup­ ply, Storr Tractor, Ferti-Soil Turf Supply, Aventis Environ­ mental Science, Lesco, Finch Turf Equipment, Wilfred MacDonald, Century Rain Aid, Egypt Farms, Earth Works, and Advanced Agro Technologies. The table top show is one of GCSANJ’s fund raisers (it replaced the field day), so please be sure and support those vendors that were there to support us. The final piece of the symposium was the Turf Jeop­ ardy competition. Four teams were involved in the game, three of which consisted of first and second year turf stu­ dents (who are all very scholarly men, as they are attending the Rutgers program). The fourth team’s members were Ken and Keith Kubik (Root and Root Jr.), Jeff Fabiano from Storr Tractor, Duncan Bowie of Suneagles at Fort Monmouth and Steve Chirip, from Egypt Farms and N.J.T.A president. At the culmination of the first round, the team of “old timers” was solidly in second place. As soon as “Double Jeopardy” began they took command. The outcome was still Continued on page 5 GCSANJ news Continued from page 4 up in the air as the “Final Jeopardy” round began. With the correct answer (as usual), the “old timers” sewed up the vic­ tory. The moral of this story is “listen to those salespeople, they are the champions.” A special thanks goes out to Dr. Karen Plumley from Rutgers and Dave Otis from the U.S.G.A. for putting to­ gether all the questions along with everyone else that helped. This event took immense amounts of work. Odds are that the champions will be back to defend their title. The win­ ning team was strong armed into playing, but once the first answer appeared the competitive juices started flowing. Brush up on your turf and golf knowledge and get a team together for next year. The “Old Timers” were last seen go­ ing over their strategies for next year! GCSANJ would like to thank everyone involved in the Winter Symposium for all their hard work. GCSANJ WELCOMES KYLE ROBERT MLYNARSKI On Monday, March 19, 2000, Linda Mlynarski, wife of Copper Hill Superintendent Robert Mlynarski, gave birth to Kyle Robert Mlynarski. Kyle weighed in at 9 pounds, 9 ounces and was 21 inches long. Linda and Kyle are doing well. GCSANJ and The Greenerside welcome Kyle into our family and wish the Mlynarski family well. REPORTS FROM THE GCSANJ EXECUTIVE MEETINGS The January meeting of the Executive Board of GCSANJ was called to order on January 25, 2000, at 12:35 p.m. by President Ken Krausz. The meeting was held at GCSANJ headquarters. Thank you notes were sent from life members Clyde Ashton, Bill Beverlin and Roy Bossolt expressing their grati­ tude for remembering them. John O’Keefe presented the treasurer’s report and stated that he and Judy were discussing ways in which the treasurer would approve all bills before payment. John and Judy are working this out. Chris Holenstein noted that The Greenerside had again been judged best in its category on the national level. Judy and Chris will attend the Newsletter Editors forum at the GCSAA Conference as Ken Krausz will not be attending this year. Dr. Clarke, Dr. Murphy and Ken Krausz had discus­ sions on a proposal concerning the Barneget Bay Watershed. Continued on page 6 Sky Bergen and Judy Policastro seem to be enjoying the award given to The Greenerside in New Orleans. Doug Vogel on his way into the library at Golf House to do some research for our 75th Anniversary journal. RALPH McGILLIAN Excavating Contractor Specializing in Lakes & Ponds Over 35 years experience in building new ponds, enlarging & redesigning existing ponds. Can get all DEP permits 609-655-2281 174 Plainsboro Road, Cranbury, NJ GCSANJ news Continued from page 5 Comments were to be sent back to the author. Glenn Miller spoke of a Water Conservation Alliance in which many of the green industry would work together to create a plan for the next drought emergency (see cover ar­ ticle). John O’Keefe stated that the Tri-State Foundation would be hosting a seminar in mid-March where research­ ers would detail results of the projects that we all fund. It was stated that GCSANJ scholarships were awarded to Dennis DeSanctis, Jr., Brian Gjelsvik, Chris Hermens and Jennifer Ringstmeier. Bruce Peeples stated that the Directions Manual was completed. The Assistant Superintendents did a great job in getting this project done. Shaun Barry reported on plans for the GCSANJ Foun­ dation to donate to two or three charities. Jim McNally gave an update on GCSAA and the up­ coming election. Jim also handed out invitations to the “Noreaster” reception; these invitations are to be passed out among the membership. Jim also discussed ways of getting the GCSANJ Team Golf Shirts out to all the members be­ fore they teed up at the golf championship. Elliott Lewis discussed the upcoming symposium and stated that there would be a GCSAA Seminar on October 25, 2000. The topic will be “Sustainable Golf Course Land­ scape Design.” Ken Krausz stated that Chris Carson submitted the winning design for the 75th Anniversary Logo. Ken also stated that the Kickoff Gala is set for October 21 at Upper Montclair C.C., and he asked that everyone talk this up as it will be a wonderful evening. The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 PM. Due to the GCSAA Conference and Show there was no Board meeting in February, although the executive com­ mittee did meet for a short time in New Orleans to finalize the voting decisions. The March meeting was held at GCSANJ Headquar­ ters on March 15 and the meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m. by President Ken Krausz. A letter was read from Ilona Gray who wished every­ one well and stated that she and Bob would be moving to Maryland in the near future. Ken talked about the letter sent Continued on page 7 The GCSANJ was well represented at the recent Golf Summit. From left to right, front row: Dennis DeSanctis, Jr. and Brian Vogler. Back row: Chris Carson, Brian Minemier, Glenn Miller, William Carrick, Bruce Peeples, Joe Kennedy, Pete Pedrazzi and Greg Vadala. Not pictured were Jeff Drake, Jim Cadott and Shaun Barry. 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The weather was prime for working on the golf course and that was a prime reason. Elliott stated that 14 vendors showed up for the table top vendor day, and he felt that the vendors got the short end of the stick as there were hardly any superintendents on that second day. The vendors did get the last laugh when they won the TURF JEOPARDY contest. Four vendors, Ken and Keith Kubik of Grass Roots, Jeff Fabiano from Storr Trac­ SINCE 1925 TURF SUPPLIES THE PRO’S CHOICE Grass Seed Fertilizers Insecticides Nursery Stock Fungicides Herbicides Mulches Tools Stone Soil Ties Keith and Ken Kubik share a light moment at the Aventis booth in New Orleans. tor and Steve Chirip of Egypt Farms joined Duncan Bowie from Suneagles at Fort Monmouth G.C. to take the victory home! Continued on page 8 Hardgoods - 973-473-3393 Nursery - 973-473-2749 Fax - 973-473-4402 To Keep Your Turf Free from Disease & Insects TERRE Co has the Turf & Ornamental products that perform 206 Delawanna Ave Clifton NJ 07014 GCSANJ news Continued from page 7 Jr. represented GCSANJ at the New Jersey Golf Summit. Bruce Peeples stated that the assistant superintendent golf outing would be held on October 30, 2000, at Rich­ mond County C.C. All superintendents are urged to support their assistant superintendents and send them to this great day. Ed Mellor is speaking with representatives from GCSAA and others trying to get information about a web site for GCSANJ. The meeting was adjourned at 2:32 PM. BRUCE PEEPLES, CGCS! Bruce Peeples, superintendent of Spring Lake Golf Course, has earned the title of Certified Golf Course Superinten­ dent. Bruce has been the superintendent at Spring Lake since 1985. 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Bruce is a District Director of GCSANJ representing To become certified, a candidate must have five years experience as a golf course superintendent, be employed in that capacity and meet specific educational requirements. The candidate must than pass a rigorous six-hour examina­ tion covering knowledge of GCSAA and its certification program; the rules of golf; turfgrass management; pest man­ agement; safety and compliance; and financial and organi­ zational management. As part of the certification process, an on-site inspec­ tion of Bruce’s golf course operation was conducted by John O’Keefe, CGCS, of Preakness Hills C.C. and Greg Vadala, CGCS, of Montclair G.C. NEW JERSEY SUPERINTENDENT RENEWS PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION Bruce Rickert, superintendent at Medford Village Country Club, has completed a renewal process for main­ taining his status as a Certified Golf Course Superintendent with the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Rickert has been superintendent at the Medford, N.J. course since 1994. He initially achieved his title of CGCS in 1996. Maintaining certified status requires a renewal pro­ cess be completed every five years since the initial date of certification. To fulfill certification renewal requirements, Rickert participated in 100 hours of continuing education and professional development. Continued on page 10 Taking a break from the trade show are (left to right) Linda Campbell, John Wantz, Pat Campbell and Jim Cross. EARNING YOUR RESPECT Advanced Products Reliable Service Golf course irrigation is a new game of sophisticated products and advanced technologies. At Century Rain Aid, we are proud to represent Hunter Golf, the leader in innovative control systems and manufacturer of the world's best-selling rotors. Century Golf professionals can show you how Hunter’s complete line of irrigation products, including new Vista software with automated programming and real-world visual control, can help save water, labor and energy costs. Hunter GOLF Our golf team can also assist with a wide range of services essential to golf courses: controller board repairs (toll free: 888-855-9132), fountains, pumps, landscape lighting and more. Call today for a free Century Golf Course Supplies Catalog or on-site consultation: 800-642-3706. Century Rain Aid More Than 125 Branches Coast to Coast www.rainaid.com • email: rainaid@rainaid.com SyncroFlo, Inc. SyncroFlo Eagle Pumps BoardTronics Inc. Controller Board Repairs Aqua Master Fountains GCSANJ news Continued from page 8 GCSANJ GOLF RESULTS FROM THE NATIONAL By Shaun Barry to press. Congratulations to all who were lucky enough to be able to play this year; that automatically makes you a win­ ner in my book. At the recent GCSAA Golf Championship some of our members played very well and earned trophies and plates. Others were not as fortunate, but each and every one of them did walk away with many new friends and enough memo­ ries to last a lifetime. Ken Mathis was recovering from an injury that had happened during construction of his new course. He had shattered his ankle so badly that he was lucky to be walking. Playing golf had not been an option, so he entered the tour­ nament on a lark. He hoped to have some fun. When all of the scores were finished being calculated, he was the win­ ner in the Sixth Flight. He won a trophy, a gift certificate and a plate for his efforts, and now he has a beautiful new office to display his hardware. I do believe that he also had the fun that he was looking for. Not a bad effort, Ken! Bob Prickett’s third place finish was our best showing in a Gross Division. He competed in the Third Flight and was only two points behind the eventual winner. John Carpinelli competed in the net side of the same flight. John plays very little these days so his taking fourth is pretty re­ markable. It also helps to explain why District IV does so well at our monthly meetings. Tom Tuttle captured a plate with his seventh place finish. It shows that he can play pretty well when he is not hosting one of our monthly meetings. He competed in the Seventh Flight. Jim McNally was our National delegate, but he also found the time and the skill for a fourth in the Eighth Flight. Jim was paired up with Wayne Remo, CGCS, in the Four-Ball, Four-Man teams and they won the Net IV Division. Rounding out our individual members who actually won something to hang on their walls was Harry Harsin. Harry took fourth place honors in the AARP Flight (OK, it actually was the Senior II Division, but I can’t believe that Harry is old enough to be in that group, and I guarantee you that anybody who knows Harry will agree with me). If he had putted just a little bit better, we would have had another first place finish. I imagine that this can be said for every one of our members who played this year. Glenn Miller took Mr. Harsin for his partner and to­ gether they placed fourth in the Net III Division. GCSANJ member Steve Cadenelli’s team finished 14th. Unfortunately I was unable to get the results from the other divisions, so I am sure that I have missed some team winners. Please for­ give me but I did try. Next year give me a call before we go The Masters 2000 found Dr. Richard Hurley volunteering for his 22nd year. He spends the whole week whipping tees, filling divots and repairing ball marks on the 12th green. At the recent meeting of the 75th Anniversary Committee, Ken Krausz surprised Al Foster with a cake for his 80th birthday. Joseph M. Mercadante, Inc. 201-467-8622 GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION Millburn, NJ • PAVING • EXCAVATING • DRAINAGE SYSTEMS • TEE BUILDING • GRADING GCSAA news BOARD ELECTION, ATTENDANCE RECORDS HIGHLIGHT GCSAA CONFERENCE The election of officers and all-time highs in educa­ tion seminar attendees and exhibitors highlighted the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America’s (GCSAA) 71st International Golf Course Conference and Show, Feb­ ruary 14-20 in New Orleans, Louisiana. In all, the GCSAA Conference and Show included 113 educational seminars plus an additional 29 sessions and fo­ rums. Attending golf course superintendents, architects, course officials, turfgrass professionals, educators, suppli­ ers and media representatives also were afforded the latest in golf course management products and services at the three- day trade show. GCSAA’s 72nd International Golf Course Conference and Show is set for February 11-17, 2001, in Dallas. Scott Woodhead, CGCS at Valley View Golf Club in Bozeman, Montana, was elected to succeed Dave Fearis, CGCS at Blue Hills Country Club in Kansas City, Missouri, as GCSAA’s 64th president. Fearis will serve a one-year term as immediate past president. Tommy Witt, CGCS at StillWaters Resort in Dadeville, Alabama, becomes vice president after serving last year as secretary/treasurer. Woodhead and Witt ran unopposed and were elected by ac­ clamation. Mike Wallace, CGCS at Hop Meadow Country Club in Simsbury, Connecticut, was elected secretary/trea­ surer, defeating Jon Maddem, CGCS at Elk Ridge Golf Course in Atlanta, Michigan, who was nominated from the floor. Ken Mangum, CGCS at Atlanta Athletic Club in Duluth, Georgia, and Maddem were elected to director po­ sitions. George Renault, CGCS at Eagle Creek Golf Club in Naples, Florida, retires from the Board after serving as im­ mediate past president last year. Wallace’s election as secre­ tary/treasurer and the resignation of director Samuel R. Snyder, VII, CGCS at Hercules Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware, left two director positions, each of one-year ser­ vice, to be filled. Woodhead filled the first position by appointing Tim O’Neill, CGCS, The Country Club of Darien in Darien, Con­ necticut, following the association’s February 19 annual meeting. On March 13, Woodhead filled the final director spot by selecting Bob Maibusch, CGCS, MG, Hinsdale Golf Club in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. Mark Woodward, CGCS, Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Mesa, Ari­ zona, was not up for election as he has one year remaining on his term. A total of 21,686 attended the world’s largest golf course management conference and show, GCSAA’s fourth highest attendance ever (the attendance record of 22,623 was set in 1999 in Orlando). Records were established however, with 757 exhibitors (surpassing 740 in 1999), exhibition space of 267,000 square feet (passing the 1999 record of 245,500) and educational seminar attendees of 7,903 (pre­ vious high of 6,999 in 1999). Other conference and show highlights include: • • • Nancy Lopez was afforded GCSAA’s highest honor, the Old Tom Morris Award, recognizing her commit­ ment to the game of golf. Palmer Maples, Jr., GCSAA past president (1975), was honored with the USGA Green Section Award. Penn State Professor of Agronomy Thomas Watschke, Ph.D., was honored with the GCSAA President’s Award for Environmental Leadership. Continued on page 12 Since 1923 MATERIALS FROM THE EARTH'S CRUST Geo. Schofield Co., Inc. P.O. 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Or you may have seen the Talking It Over discussion forum on the GCSAA Web Site. Or maybe you have just heard about it from your members. Or maybe, just maybe, you are PARTAC TOP-DRESSING GOLF COURSE AMERICA'S PREMIUM TOP-DRESSING HEAT TREATED AVAILABLE IN BULK OR BAGS PLUS GREEN & TEE CONSTRUCTION MIXES, WHITE TRAP SANDS, CART PATH & DIVOT REPAIR MIXES AND MUCH MORE! DISTRIBUTED /\ N.Z. BY: FARM & GOLF COURSE SUPPLY 215/483-5000 FISHER & SON COMPANY 610/644-3300 GRASS ROOTS TURF PRODUCTS TURF PRODUCTS CORPORATION 973/361-5943 973/263- 1234 PARTAC PEAT CORPORATION KELSEY PARK, GREAT MEADOWS, NEW JERSEY 07838 908-637-4191 just now hearing about it. So what is it all about? Discussion on the Professional Development Initiative began in 1996 and has continued to this day. It was a mem­ ber-driven initiative, one designed to establish credentials for members so that the golf course superintendent can be appropriately recognized as a key contributor to the golf course. Shortly after the delegates meeting when it was first introduced, then-President Paul McGinnis, CGCS, appointed the Membership Standards Resource Group (MSRG). The group developed a mission statement that discussed the need to improve the knowledge, skills and abilities of the professional superintendent that will contribute toward improved playing conditions and the enjoyment of the game of golf. The MSRG believed that increased salaries will measure success, as will enhanced job security, improved job opportunities and intensified recognition by employers. They then began to outline the process for achieving these goals. Four research projects were conducted to provide the MSRG needed information. These included: 1. A job analysis to determine the responsibilities of a golf course superintendent; 2. An employer study to determine their attitudes about superintendents; 3. A study to determine what our members thought of GCSAA’s education; and 4. A review of GCSAA’s educational programs by cur­ riculum experts. Many of the conclusions drawn from these research projects validated pre-existing assumptions. For example, golf course superintendents need a broad range of skills and knowledge to perform their jobs successfully. Employers often don’t understand what superintendents do. And finally, although GCSAA members like the current education pro­ gram, research proved it will be inadequate in meeting fu­ ture needs. In designing the PDI, the MSRG used the results of the research. They identified what the employers of golf course superintendents need, want and value from the golf course superintendent. Then, they began the arduous task of detailing the knowledge, skills and attributes required of superintendents to satisfy employers’ needs. The MSRG knew that education provides the means for superintendents to fill any gaps between those competencies that superin­ tendents have and those that they need. So GCSAA began to develop a state-of-the-art curriculum that provides the golf Continued on page 13 GCSAA news Continued from page 12 course superintendent the tools needed to meet the challenges they face in managing the agronomic conditions of the golf course, the staff and the budget. Furthermore, the MSRG recommended that GCSAA be positioned to recognize the accomplishments of the professional superintendent with a competency-based classification system. The MSRG also began to develop recommendations to restructure the classification system. Their recommenda­ tions are intended to provide the marketplace with a bench­ mark of what it takes to be a superintendent by more closely aligning the membership requirements to marketplace re­ quirements. The MSRG recognized that classification is a personal issue and they began with a set of assumptions before de­ veloping their recommendations. For example, they wanted GCSAA to remain an inclusive organization; in other words, everyone who wanted to be a member should have that right. Specializing in sand, stone and soils MITCHELL PRODUCTS □ GC-500 treated topdressing □ TriCure soil surfactant □ Crushed quartzite bunker sand □ Manufactured topsoil / compost □ Crushed stone and rip rap □ Green divot s and and mix □ Green waste compost Complete line: Root zone, tee & divot mixes, dry sands, drainage stone MITCHELL PRODUCTS Millville, NJ 856.327.2005 Fax: 856.327.6881 Email: dmitch67@aol.com However, they wanted to be able to have the classification system “mean something.” The model they are proposing is only their recommendations. They are seeking member in­ put and will be accepting member input through May be­ fore making their final recommendations at their June meet­ ing. Currently, they propose the following for Class A mem­ bership: • • • • • A member must hold the job responsibility of a super­ intendent; A member must take a self-assessment based on the competencies being identified; A member must pass a validation of the self-assess­ ment (to be determined); A member must have a bachelor’s degree or have com­ pleted a two-year turf program (with a minimum num­ ber of hours) from a nationally accredited college or university; and, A member must possess a current pesticide license. In addition, Class A members would be assessed on­ going requirements which are yet to be determined. The MSRG recommended that these requirements be fulfilled through an administrative renewal cycle of every three years and that it contain a blend of continuing education and pro­ fessional education. They also recommended that Certifica­ tion be restructured to align more closely with the Class A membership requirements, but at a higher competency level. The MSRG realized that many superintendents have been in the business for many years and have been contrib­ uting members of GCSAA. As a result, they recommended that all current Class A members be moved into the new Class A categories and be responsible for only the ongoing requirements. They made the same recommendation for all currently certified members. Finally, they recommended that all current Class B members transition into the Class B cat­ egory but be allowed to apply for Class A membership by only passing the validation of the competency assessment and experience. Then as Class A members, they too would be responsible for ongoing requirements. So what happens next? The MSRG will continue to make presentations throughout the country through May. They will be collecting information from these presentations as well as from individuals on the Web. Then in June they will meet to make their final recommendations. These rec­ ommendations will be distributed to all members early in August, prior to the Chapter Delegates meeting in Septem- Continued on page 14 GCSAA news Continued from page 13 ber, and more than six months before any bylaws vote is scheduled in February of 2001. If adopted, the requirements would go into effect the following year, July 2002. There are many unanswered questions that relate to the PDI, but the MSRG is working to keep members well informed about this proposal, through constant communi­ cation in Newsline and with chapters. If you have questions or comments, please feel free to send them by e-mail to pdi@gcsaa.org or by regular postal mail to PDI, 1421 Re­ search Park Drive, Lawrence, KS 66049. HR WEB NOW AVAILABLE You may have read about the HR Web or heard about it in one of the discussions on the Professional Develop­ ment Initiative, but now is your opportunity to see the tool in action. Although currently under development, the HR Keep Your Turf Management Program On Course with AQUATROLS Products Treat & Promote Recovery of Turf Under Stress Prevent LDS, Establish & Maintain Uniform Turf Maximize Effectiveness of Foliar Applied Pesticides Promote Improved Water Penetration & Turf Quality (800) 257-7797 / Fax: (856) 751-3859 www.aquatrols.com Web is available for you to review and offer feedback be­ fore it reaches its final form. To log on to the HR Web, you will need your six-digit member number (add zeros to the front of your number if it is less than six digits) and your mother’s maiden name. Please remember to enter your mother’s maiden name in all CAPITAL letters. Your feed­ back is important, so check it out today. To review the HR Web now, visit http://www.gcsaa.org/ members/pdiwelcome.html. JULY 1 DEADLINE FOR 2001 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS The official call for nominations for candidates for the 2001 Annual Election has been mailed to the chapter presi­ dents, secretaries, executive directors/secretaries, voting delegates and GCSAA liaisons. The deadline for receipt of nominations is July 1, 2000. A copy of the duties and re­ sponsibilities of a Board member, along with a copy of the Board travel requirements was included. If you have any questions about the nominating process, please contact Don Bretthauer, director of Member/Chapter Services at 800-472- 7878, ext. 418 or by e-mail to dbretthauer@gcsaa.org. NATIONAL GOLF FOUNDATION, GOLF 20/20 TAB GCSAA TO SERVE ON LEADERSHIP POSITIONS The golf course management industry will have a front row seat alongside other leaders as the golf world seeks to accelerate the growth of the game. Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) CEO Steve Mona, CAE, has been selected to serve on the Golf 20/20 steering committee executive board with golf association executives Jim Awtrey (PGA of America), Joe Beditz (National Golf Foundation), David Fay (USGA), Tim Finchem (PGA Tour), Mike Hughes (National Golf Course Owners Association) and Ty Votaw (LPGA). The World Golf Foundation and the National Golf Foundation are hosting the first Golf 20/20 conference, Nov. 17-19, 2000, at the World Golf Hall of Fame, St. Augustine, Florida. The fundamental principle behind the event is that golf is good for society, and accelerating the growth of the game will not only improve business, but also the quality of life for those who are introduced to its positive values. 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Mona was also recently elected to a two-year term to the NGF Board of Directors, while Hoffman was elected NGF secretary/treasurer. “The selection of the GCSAA CEO and other execu­ tives within the golf course management industry to key lead­ ership positions in the sport is significant,” said GCSAA President R. Scott Woodhead, CGCS. “Our figures indicate golf course maintenance, construction and design expendi­ tures approach $8 billion on an annual basis. This sector of RIGGI PAVING, INC. Asphalt and Concrete Construction Paved or Stone Pathways Fully Insured CALL 201-943-3913 16 The Greenerside the golf industry has a vested interest and can offer valuable input for sustained growth of the game. I believe it also says something about the respect the industry has for Steve Mona and his leadership abilities.” GCSAA’s role in the game was recognized earlier this year with the National Golf Course Owners Association’s (NGCOA) 2000 Award of Merit. The organization’s long­ est-running award, this honor highlights individuals and or­ ganizations that have made long-term and significant con­ tributions to the game. GCSAA was selected because of its commitment to educational programs and efforts to change the public’s perceptions about golf’s environmental impact. Previous winners include Chi Chi Rodriquez, Robert Trent Jones Sr. and the PGA Tour. “The association (GCSAA) has reached out to envi­ ronmentalists and communicated the message that golf is environmentally friendly,” said Mike Hughes, NGCOA ex­ ecutive director. “That has significantly benefited all aspects of the golf industry.” Since 1926, GCSAA has been the leading professional association for the men and women who manage and main­ tain golf facilities in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kansas, the association pro­ vides education, information and representation to more than 20,000 individual members from more than 65 countries. GCSAA’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Vendor spotlight Riggi Paving, Inc. was started in 1958 by Frank S. Riggi and has always been family owned and oper­ ated. Now more than four decades later, Riggi Paving, Inc. has become a well-known company for repairing and in­ stalling cart paths as well as parking lots, Belgium block curbing and decorative stone pathways. Our ability to coordinate our efforts with the grounds and greens supervisors makes it easy for us to serve our cus­ tomers effectively. Our reputation for integrity and honesty remains a number one priority and has enabled us to grow. You can contact Riggi Paving at 201-943-3913. The Rutgers Turf Club (GCSAA Student Chapter) Rutgers places 8th in GCSAA Turf Bowl Being a student at Cook College, Rutgers University, not only rewards you with an outstanding education, many extras come with the education if the student chooses to be active in extracurricular activities such as the Turf Club. Our club members are fortunate to be in commu­ nication with the GCSAA, GCSANJ and NJTA. These or­ ganizations present many networking opportunities. We also take trips, such as our recent visit to the USGA Golf House, and host numerous speakers. However, education is not the only reason to have a club, basketball, baseball and football games are also becoming common outings. Sound good so far? It gets better . . . This February four of our members were sent to the GCSAA convention in New Orleans. The Rutgers Turf Cen­ ter paid for two roundtrip airfares and a hotel room in the city. The Turf Club, with help from fundraisers and the Uni­ versity, sent two additional members. The attendees were Sabrina Tirpak, Dennis DeSanctis, Gerald Henry and Adam LaPierre. Doctoral student Stacy Bonos also went south to receive a Watson Fellowship scholarship at the convention, but was ineligible to compete on our Turf Bowl team. The five of us had many great experiences during our time at the GCSAA convention. We enjoyed networking with numerous superintendents, industry representatives and fel­ low students from universities across America. Student ac­ tivities and seminars held by the GCSAA, along with help­ ing at the Rutgers booth, kept us busy all day long. The at­ tendance at the Saturday morning Turf Bowl surprised us, 47 teams competed! The exam consisted of turfgrass, weed, insect, soil and disease ID, along with numerous calibra­ tions, true/false and short-answer questions. 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Phone 609-693-6183 FAX 609-693-6584 in general is a hard enough task given the trials and tribula­ tions that this scream machine of an occupation offers us on a daily basis. When I was in college, feeling safe meant hav­ ing a designated driver, a good grasp of the material on the next woody’s quiz and a condom in my wallet. As an assis­ tant, feeling safe meant paychecks come on Thursdays, Christmas comes in December and the paper comes each morning. But when reality moves into the guest bedroom in your brain and starts redecorating, you check yourself pretty hard. Being the top guy also means you’re the fall guy, and the top of the totem pole is where the fall is the longest. My father always told me that no matter how good you are, there’s always someone better. I’m not sure if that ad­ vice implies to keep on your toes or to watch your back, but I know it’s tough to watch your back when you’re lying on Continued on page 20 The Rutgers Turf Club Continued from page 17 of sweaty palms we handed in our paper and hoped for the best. We ended up falling short of what we had hoped but managed to finish eighth out of the 47 teams competing, a placement we are proud of We feel lucky to be turfgrass students at Rutgers and appreciate the support of the Turf Center and the turfgrass industry. The next time you hear that someone is looking to attend a quality turfgrass program, send them to Cook Col­ lege, Rutgers University. The undergraduate, graduate and continuing education “Short Course” programs all offer great opportunities. To get 20 competitive quotes, you con make 20 calls... or 1 click. Introducing Greentrac.com®- a new way of purchasing that has vendors from around the globe competing for your business. Instantly. 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Now, factor in the wife, children, mort­ gage and family values coupled with a future earning poten­ tial resting in the balance between the way your golf course reacts to mother nature and how you react to the ebb and flow. As assistants, we strive to become golf course super­ intendents. Take it from me, kids, as superintendents we strive even harder to remain one. There are about ten people in this industry that I’ve always considered my role models. As the years went on, I’ve tried to grasp a little piece of each of them and hope­ fully make it a part of myself. Four out of ten lost their jobs in the past year and a half. 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ZPP-TRF-020 Lawyer threatens golf courses with ADA lawsuit T.S.I The GCSAA has been alerted to a form letter being sent to superintendents at various golf courses from a lawyer in Michigan who states that he is wheel­ chair confined, a golfer and interested in playing the golf course. The lawyer references the Americans with Disabili­ ties Act and the Casey Martin case ruling in his effort to require that within 10 days, he and the golf course can “en­ ter into an amicable resolution respecting the offering of a single cart together with removal of any barriers to the park­ ing lot (van accessible parking spots), pro shop (no illegally elevated ramping or steps) and bathrooms (separate stall with wider door, grab bars, adequate counter height). He says if his terms are not met, he will file a complaint. He goes on to list possible dollar amounts that can be recovered per viola­ tion. However, he says to avoid litigation, he demands from the club: 1. 2. 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The GCSAA government relations staff has spoken to legal counsel concerning this issue and the advice that was given to us that golf courses should ignore this lawyer’s re­ quests and demands. Golf courses are under no obligation to respond to this individual. The standard for this man to sue, which is being injured by a party, does not seem to be present. We know of at least seven golf courses that have re­ ceived this letter. If you have received or do receive this letter, you should direct it to your golf course’s legal coun­ sel and should not attempt to contact the letter’s author. Also, please let Carrie Riordan, GCSAA government relations manager, know you have received a letter. We are tracking this situation in case some action is taken against this indi­ vidual. Please contact Carrie Riordan at 800-472-7878, ext. 610, if you have any questions or need further information. For more information on the ADA, see the GCSAA’s 2000 legislative/regulatory agenda. Your One Source... 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New York A. 2040 would prohibit municipal golf courses and other local government facilities from making preventive pesticide applications, require that all pesticide applications be made by certified applicators and require signs to be posted every 50 feet along areas where pesticides have been applied to turf, trees or shrubs. All commercial pesticide users would have to be certi­ fied by the state as applicators under A. 944, a proposed amendment to the state’s environmental conservation law. All uses of pesticides by state agencies would be phased out over three years. The bill has passed the House and been sent to the Senate for consideration. Local governments on Long Island would be autho­ rized to pass pesticide use ordinances that are more strin­ gent than state laws and regulations under A. 9587 and A. 9667. News from Capitol Hill FQPA implementation bills gain sponsors in Congress H.R. 1592 “The Regulatory Fairness and Openness Act” has picked up 19 more co-sponsors since the second session of Congress began in January, bringing the total to 213. The Senate version, S. 1464, has gained five co-spon­ sors, bringing its total to 35. Groups opposing these mea­ sures have stepped up their opposition and are lobbying against the bills. Alert: USDA budget proposal lacks funding for NTEP We have been alerted by staff at the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program (NTEP) that the President’s proposed fiscal year 2001 budget for the USDA (starting in October 2000) does not include any funding for NTEP. In years past, $55,000 has been allocated to the program to cover the costs of operating out of the Agricultural Research Service facil­ ity in Beltsville, Maryland. Congress is right now working on spending bills. Your action is needed to restore NTEP funding. 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NTEP provides the turfgrass industry with unbiased information on cultivar performance, adaptation, disease resistance, and insect and environmen­ tal stress tolerance. • USDA’s annual support of NTEP at the $55,000 level The Best Liquid Fertilizers & Soil Amendments Available Today! does not cover all costs. NTEP will continue to rely on part­ nerships with industry and land grant universities for most of its support. Based on tests conducted at universities, turfgrass va­ • riety recommendations are made to golf course superinten­ dents, homeowners, sod producers, and athletic field and park managers. The turfgrass industry is the fastest growing segment • of agriculture. Turfgrass is, conservatively, a $30-$35 bil­ lion industry in the U.S. Many states including Florida, Maryland and North Carolina have documented that turfgrass is their No. 1 or 2 agricultural industry. NTEP is an excellent example of how private indus­ • try, state universities and the federal government can coop­ erate to address critical issues in a cost effective manner. To write or send an e-mail, use this sample format: Use letterhead with address and phone number, and the following address formats: The Honorable [Senator or Representative] [U.S. Senate OR U.S. House of Representatives] Washington, DC [Sen. Zip 20510 OR House Zip 20515] Dear [Senator/Representative] Name: “I am writing to ask you to seek continued funding of the USDA’s National Turfgrass Evaluation program (NTEP). [Explain who you are and where you work] [Describe in your own words why the program is important to you and how it helps you. If you can, use examples of how you have used information gained from NTEP trials.] [Ask your Senator or Representative to reject the President’s proposal and continue funding NTEP] “Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you about this important issue.” Sincerely, [Your name] Contact: PLANT FOOD COMPANY INC. The Liquid Fertilizer Experts 38 Hightstown-Cranbury Station Road, Cranbury, New Jersey 08512 ♦ Phone: (609) 448-0935 ♦ Phone: (800) 562-1291 ♦ Fax: (609) 443-8038 www.plantfoodco.com E-Mail: pfc@plantfoodco.com P1ANT FOOD COMPANY, INC. You can view a complete listing of bills being tracked in your state or region in the government relations section of GCSAA Online at http://www.gcsaa.org/members/govrel/ state.html. For more information on any of the bills men­ tioned above, please contact Chava McKeel, government relations coordinator at cmmckeel@gcsaa.org. Hug a tree today Reprinted from Bollinger Insurance Company Loss Control Bulletin • • Tee and green surrounds Property bordering residential area When properly maintained, trees enhance and en­ rich your club property beyond measure. If al­ lowed to deteriorate, however, they can be responsible for destruction to club property and injury to members, guests and employees. Regular, professional tree maintenance is the key to preservation of these priceless assets. Certified Tree Experts should be employed to make regularly scheduled tree in­ spections, with the golf course superintendent, concentrat­ ing on trees that expose the following areas: • • • • • • • • Club house, half-way house and other buildings Caddie waiting areas Staging areas Parking lots Cart paths Tree lines on both sides of fairways Swimming pool areas Driveways Your primary concern should be the protection of people and property from falling trees and branches. Regu­ larly scheduled tree maintenance by Certified Tree Experts will go a long way toward meeting this goal. Superinten­ dents can also contribute to the continued health of your trees by looking for defects such as: • • • • • Decayed or cracked trunks Dead branches Peeling bark Insect infestation Any other unsatisfactory conditions Such defects should be noted by the superintendent and reported to your Certified Tree Expert for the necessary action. Maintenance is most efficiently done in the winter when access is good and course play is at a minimum. While working on this bulletin we consulted with Rob­ ert B. Finnesey, president of Tree-Tech, Inc., Mt. Freedom, Continued on page 26 UNTIL NOW, AN UNDULATING COURSE WAS AN ARCHITECT'S DREAM AND A MOWER'S NIGHTMARE. 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However, if you don’t periodically clean them out, they can slow down your system and prevent you from viewing the most current ma­ terial on a website. You may want to set up a routine sched­ ule for performing this cleanup once a month, or more fre­ quently if you are a daily Internet user. Most Internet Explorer users should start by going to Hug a tree today Continued from page 25 New Jersey. Rob is a Certified Tree Expert and Arborist and his company regularly services over 50 golf courses. He suggests that if you want additional information regarding Wilfred MacDonald, inc. 19 Central Boulevard South Hackensack, NJ 07602 (888) 831-0891 www.wilfredmacdonald.com www.ttcsp.textron.com ASRA-GPLEX-0599 Textron Turf Care And Specialty Products All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. the “view” menu and select the “Internet options” tab. In this area, you’ll find the option to delete your temporary Internet files. Netscape users should go to the “options” menu and select “network preferences.” Next, go to the “cache” tab, where you will find the options to “clear memory cache” and “clear disk cache.” If you perform both of these func­ tions, it will clear all the temporary files in the cache. AOL users should go to “my AOL,” choose “prefer­ ences,” then depending on the version of AOL you are run­ ning, you will need to look for and choose “delete tempo­ rary internet files.” the preservation of your trees, call the National Arborists Association at 800-733-2622 or e-mail them at naa@natlarb.com. Simply Superior. Ransomes® G-Plex II Greens Mower The electronically balanced, 11-blade reels of the G-PIex II triplex greens mower deliver a tight, professional cut down to 5/64ths of an inch. An innovative “Mow Speed” system automatically maintains correct mowing speeds when reels are down and transport speeds when reels are up. The patented swing-out center reel of the G-Plex II simplifies service and maintenance. Versatile 7- and 9- blade reels, verticut mowers and groomers are also available. For a simply superior greens mower, come in or call today. RANSOMES TEXTRON TURF CARE AND SPECIALTY PRODUCTS ADVANCED AGRO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. DryJect, Axis Peter van Drumpt - Chris desGarennes - Chris Collins (732) 922-4743 ALPINE THE CARE OF TREES Arboriculture Firm Bobbie Carlos - Wendy A. Riehm, Designer (847) 394-4220 AQUARIUS IRRIGATION SUPPLY, INC. Wholesale Irrigation Supplies David Beausoleil - Reneé Muré - Joe Jaskot (973) 423-0222, (800) 922-0717 AQUATROLS Soil Surfactants Phil O'Brien (856) 573-9795 AT SALES ASSOCIATES Premium Sod for Golf Courses Chip Presendofer - Owen Regan (215) 886-6011, (401) 465-8066 ATLANTIC MILLS INC. Accessories Jack Brady - Diane Hill - Bill Vogel (800) 583-3465 AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Plant Protectants Shaun M. Barry (732) 846-8173 JAMES BARRETT ASSOCIATES, INC. Irrigation Design & Consulting Jim Barrett (973) 744-8237 BAYER CORPORATION Chemical Mfg. Jeffrey Weld (973)208-2418 BLUE RIDGE PEAT FARMS Topdressing - Construction Mix - Sand - Potting Soil Gene Evans (717)443-9596 BOHM'S SOD FARM Growers of Premium Golf Turf David Bohm (800) 624-1947 THE BRUEDAN CORPORATION Golf Cars Peter Siegel - Mike Gesmundo (800) 535-1500 CENTURY RAIN AID Hunter Golf Phil DeMarco (800) 642-3706 CHIPCO Manufacturer of Plant Protectant Chemicals Greg Hutch (732) 929-4657 WA CLEARY CHEMICAL CORP. Turf & Horticulture Chemicals Bryan Bolehala (908) 329-8399 ALAN G. CRUSE INC. Golf Course Materials Alan Cruse - Jim Cruse (973) 227-7183; Fax 973-227-1984 COUNTRY VIEW, INC. Design, Renovation,Construcation & Root Zone Mixes Scott A Bills - Dave Barle (800) 284-9701; Fax (732) 560-0535 E-mail cvi560@aol.com 2000 Patron Directory DuBROW'S NURSERIES INC. Certified Landscape Architects, Ground Management Michael Branch - William Mulvaney (973) 992-0598 EARTHWORKS Natural Organic Fertilizer & Soil Condition­ ers Joel Simmons (800) 732-8873 EGYPT FARMS INC. Soils Steve Chirip - Dean Snyder - Dave Cammarota (800) 899-7645, (410) 335-3700 E/T EQUIPMENT CO. John Deere Golf & Turf Distributor Dick Neufeld - Tom Fallarcaro - Kevin Collins (914)271-6126 FERTL-SOIL TURF SUPPLY Golf Course Supplies, Topdressing & Divot Mixes Marty Futyma - Cathy Futyma-Brown (908) 322-6132; Fax (908) 322-6332 FINCH TURF EQUIPMENT John Deere Equipment Dennis DeSanctis - Bob Fields - Fred Blaicher (215) 661-0390 FISHER & SON CO., INC. Superior Turf and Horticultural Products Alan Phillips - Mike Fisher (856) 478-6704 GOLF CARS, INC. Distributor of Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles Jon F. Schneider-John A.Czerwinski - Paul H. Szymanski (215) 340-0880 GO WILD! NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Wildlife Consulting, ACSS Certification Consulting Christopher J. Markham (973) 726-0995 GRASS ROOTS, INC. Distributor of Golf Course Maintenance Supplies Ken Kubik - Keith Kubik - Jay McKenna (973) 361-5943 REES JONES, INC. Golf Course Design Rees Jones (201)744-4031 STEPHEN KAY, GOLF COURSE ARCHITECTS Golf Course Design, Master Planning Stephen Kay - Doug Smith - Ron Torek (914) 699-4437 KOONZ SPRINKLER SUPPLY, INC. Irrigation Distributors to Golf William F.Koonz,Sr. (973) 379-9314 LEBANON TURF PRODUCTS Fertilizer, Seed, Mulch, Control Products John Farrell (800) 532-0090 LEON'S SOD FARMS Sod Farm Samuel Leon - Diane Leon Berger - Irene Leon (908) 996-2255 LESCOJNC. Manufacturer and Supplier to the Green Industry Craig Lambert - (973) 663-3368 Brad Simpkins - (609) 758-7620 Greg Moran -Tim Reinagel - (800) 321-5325 WILFRED MacDONALD, INC. www.wilfredmacdonald.com Turf Equipment Blair Quin - Chris Hunt - Mike Pelrine (888) 831-0891 RALPH McGILLAN EXCAVATING Lakes and Ponds Ralph (609) 655-2281 JOSEPH M. MERCADANTE, INC. Golf Course Construction Joseph J. Mercadante - Robert T. Mercadante (973) 467-8622; Fax (973) 467-2225 METRO MILORGANITE, INC. Barley Straw, Echo Chlorothalonil Biobarrmier, Golf Course Supplies Scott Apgar - (914) 282-0049 Ernie Steinhofser - (914) 760-6112 Office - (888) 217-1039, Fax (203)-743-0458 MITCHELL PRODUCTS Treated Topdressing,TriCure Surfactant, Construction Sands & Mixes Dave Mitchell (609) 327-2005 MONTCO PRODUCTS/SURFSIDE Wetting Agents & ZAP! Defoamer Bob Oechsle - (215) 836-4992 Tom Hunter - (215) 766-0420 Information - (800) 401-0411 NATIONAL SEED Lawn Seed Ken Griepentrog - Sky Bergen - Barry Van Sant (800) 828-5856, (732) 247-3100 NOVARTIS TURF & ORNAMENTAL Turf Chemicals John D. Fowler (609) 998-2896 P&P EXCAVATING INC. Excavating, Ponds & Lakes Bob Laner (973) 227-2030, (973) 227-2819 PARTAC PEAT CORPORATION Premium Top-Dressing & Construction Mixes, Golf Hole Targets,Turf Blankets & More Jim Kelsey (800) 247-2326, (908) 637-4191 PAVALEC BROS. GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. Golf Course Construction Anthony Pavelec (201) 667-1643 PENNINK ARRIMOUR GOLF INC. Golf Course Construction & Restoration Tom Ristau - Brian Ruhl (215) 914-2490 PLANT FOOD CO., INC. Fertilizer Supplier Ted Platz - Anthony Rippel (Rip) -Tom Weinert (609) 448-0935, (800) 562-1291 E-mail pfc@plantfoodco.com ♦ REED & PERRINE SALES INC. Fertilizer & Grass Seed Manufacturer/ Distributor Matt Anasiewicz - Chris Zelley (732) 446-6363 RIGGI PAVING INC. Frank S.Riggi, Jr. (201)943-3913 SADLON ENVIRONMENTAL Environmental Consultant Nancy Sadlon, John Sadlon (732) 560-9377 GEO. SCHOFIELD CO., INC. Golf Course Maintenance & Construction Materials Adam Geiger-Wes Perrine (732) 356-0858 THE SCOTTS CO./TURF PARTNERS Fertilizers,Turf Protectants, Seed & Growth Regulators Fran Berdine - (914) 361 -4105 Steve Rudich - (610) 253-4003 SHEARON ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN Golf Course Design and Construction Chip Kern (609) 466-0666, (215) 828-5488 STORR TRACTOR COMPANY Turf and Irrigation Equipment, Environ­ mental Products & Services Fred Rapp - Bob Kaufman (908) 722-9830 WILLIAM STOTHOFF CO., INC. Well Drilling, Pump Sales and Service David C.Stothoff- Bill Snyder (908) 782-2717; Fax (908) 782-4131 STULL EQUIPMENT COMPANY Turf Equipment and Supplies Bob Fetzko - Charlie McGill (800) 724-1024 TEE AND GREEN SOD INC. Sod Supply and Installation Owen Regan - David Wallace (401)789-8177 THE TERRE CO. Grass Seed, Fertilizer, Chemicals,Top Dressing Byron Johnson - Bob Schreiner - Pat O'Neill - Peter Glanvill (973) 473-3393 ♦ TURF PARTNERS, INC./ECO SOIL SYSTEMS Biologicals, Plant Protectants, Fertilizer, Seed Steve Rudich - (610) 253-4003 Fran Berdine-(914) 361-4105 (800) 228-6656 TURF PRODUCTS CORPORATION Golf Course Suppliers Buddy Rizzio - Ron Lake - Jim Dempsey (973) 263-1234 ♦ TURFNET ASSOCIATES, INC. Information Services for the Golf Course Industry Peter L.. McCormick (800) 314-7949 UNITED HORTICULTURAL SUPPLY Fertilizer, Grass Seed, Chemicals Gerald Fountain - Richard Baker - Keith Lord -Tom Hughes (732) 296-8448 Rich Bernard - (609) 414-9185 ♦ WESTCHESTER TURF SUPPLY Accuform Rakes - Miltona Turf Tools, Pesticides, Fertilizer, Seed Bob Lippman,Sr.- Bob Lippman,Jr. (914) 621 -5067, Fax (914) 621-7180 ♦ New Patrons for 2000 KOONZ Sprinkler Supply, Inc. Irrigation supplier to the Golf Course Superintendent No one knows irrigation like Koonz 800-772-8486 39 Waverly Avenue, P.O. Box 55 Springfield, NJ 07081