THEGreenerside July - August 2002 • Volume 26 Number 4 Official Publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey Shaun Barry Aventis Environmental Science Down on the Farm .. .The 2002 Invitational Gary Arlio takes his GCSANJ responsibilities very seri­ ously, so when Hamilton Farm gave us the opportunity to have Hamilton Farm Golf Club In this issue Editorial.............................................................2 President's Message..................................... 3 GCSANJ News.................................................6 GCSAA News...................................................16 From the archives..........................................19 Thunderstorm and lighting safety..........21 our Invitational Tournament at their course, he immediately presented the idea to the Board. It meant a change in our proposed schedule, but after much discussion it was decided that this change offered us a unique chance to increase our visibility within the golf­ ing community. The cost of our event would in­ crease significantly, but it was thought that the events of the day would still allow us to reach our goal of 26 teams. We actually got to 32 teams because we never want to turn anyone away. When two teams had to cancel we smiled and kept it at 30 teams. Part of the reason for choosing this site was the oppor­ tunity for some of the attendees to also play the par three course. Fifty-six players teed off at 8:00 a.m. under the watchful eye of Scottie Nield, who is the head golf profes­ sional. Scottie and his staff wanted things to be perfect in and around the clubhouse. They were. This young Scotsman runs a very friendly and professional shop. The par three was just for fun and that it was. Every player who came off these 18 holes was in complete awe of this extraordinary short course. Lunch was next on the schedule, and it appeared that everyone was a low handicap­ per at this sport. Before we knew it the carts were loaded and everyone was waiting to start. It turned out to be an adventure worth waiting for. The course did not play its full length, but this way everyone had a chance to enjoy their experience to the full­ est and, perhaps, win something in addition to the beautiful GCSANJ logo watch that Gary had gotten as our gift to the teams. Play ended too quickly for the field, and I think a few Continues on page 4 From the editor’s desk Early this spring, March 20th to be exact, I was cutting my #7 fair­ way when suddenly I came to realize that I had never read the minutes of the 1st Annual Meeting of the National Association of the Greenkeepers of America from 1927.1 didn’t panic, but I did cowboy it back to my office and called GCSAA headquarters immediately. Within 14 seconds I got a voice, a human voice, that asked me how could she direct my call. Of course in the back of my mind I wanted to say “patch me through to McGarrett,” but I resisted and asked to talk to Susanne Clement, the librarian/curator of the GCSAA. Her machine an­ swered, “I’m not at my desk right now, but I am in the building. If you ...” She was in the building. She was in the building so maybe I can have her paged because, well, there was a bit of anxiety growing, and I needed a copy of the minutes and I needed it soon—real soon. My plea to the staff was answered as they located Susanne, and I received a fax within 51 minutes. I had them read and memorized within 10. I include the following excerpt for your reading pleasure: “Mr MacGregor introduced Mrs. G.A. Farley, editor of the National Greenkeeper. She asked for contributions for the magazine and practi­ cally every hand was raised in response to the call for articles written by practical greenkeepers to be published for the benefit of all members of the association. ” Just as all my predecessors have done before me, I now ask you to raise your hand. Yours in Turf, Doug GCSANJ Newsletter is published six times a year by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey Doug Vogel Editor Newsletter Business Staff Chris Holenstein 973-627-3748 Doug Vogel 973-696-6495 • FAX 973-696-8086 Contributing Writers Doug Vogel, Ken Krausz, CGCS, Shaun Barry, Joe Kinlin Please address inquiries to: Editor, The Greenerside 66 Morris Avenue, Suite 2A, Springfield, NJ 07081 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: Ed Mellor, President John O'Keefe, CGCS, Vice President Pat Campbell, CGCS, Treasurer Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Secretary Ken Krausz, CGCS, Past President Directors: District 1 Gary Arlio Paul Dotti District 2 James McNally Chris Holenstein District 3 Roger Stewart, Jr. Mickey Stachowski District 4 Gregg Armbruster Brian Minemier Chapter GCSAA Delegate James C. McNally Executive Secretary Judy Policastro Commercial Representatives Steve Chirip Shaun Barry Assistant Superintendent Representative Brian Gjelsvik © 2002 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 The editor (right) and fellow volunteer Blair Quinn relax after a morning of double cutting greens and raking traps for Bob Dickison at the Upper Montclair C.C. for the NFL/PGA Seniors Classic. President’s Message “If you went back and re-read the ‘President’s message’ from the last 30 years or so, I am sure you would see the same words of encouragement you see from me: Get involved!” (Glenn Miller, 1997); “We urge you to get involved.” (Al Foster, 1963); “Please get yourself involved with our As­ sociation.” (Al Caravella, 1970); and “We need you to get involved!!!” (Jack Martin, 1972). “Committees are an important part of the GCSANJ activities. They are the gears that make this organization function.” (Steve Finamore, 1989); “Participation in GCSANJ activities is very rewarding, and you will find that the friendships that develop will last a lifetime.” (Chris Carson, 1993); “Your ideas are essential to the vitality and progress of the Association.” (Joe Flaherty, 1978); “The importance for communication between the general mem­ bership and the committee is paramount for the success in fulfilling membership needs.” (Dave Pease, 1992); and “If you would like to assist in making the GCSANJ better, please contact any Board member.” (Ken Krausz, 1999). “I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many Your Trees Deserve the Best of Care! All Phases of Tree Care: Residential and Commercial BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS www.bartlett.com Local Offices: Denville 973-983-1840 Lebanon 908-735-6619 Ridgewood 201-444-0002 S. Plainfield 908-561-9440 members who have come forward and made themselves available for committee assignments. It is most encourag­ ing to realize we do have people that want to get involved.” (Ed Walsh, 1987). Come out to the meetings, join in the discussions, have your say and enjoy good fellowship.” (Sherwood Moore, 1953). “This Association is not run by one person or a group of two or three persons, but by every member in the Associa­ tion. So when we say support we really mean it! Come out to the meetings, join in the discussions, have your say and enjoy good fellowship.” (Sherwood Moore, 1953). Calendar September 17 October 14 November 26 December 10,11,12 GCSANJ Monthly Meeting, The Architects Club. Host Superintendent - David Eichner. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. GCSANJ Championship, Tavistock C.C. Host Superintendent -Thomas Grimac, CGCS. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. GCSANJ Fall Seminar, Baltusrol,G.C. Host Superintendent - Mark Kuhns, CGCS. Contact Judy Policastro at 973-379-1100. New Jersey Turfgrass Association Expo, Trump Taj Mahal, Atlantic City, NJ. Contact NJTA at 732-821- 7134. February 10-15, 2003 GCSAA Conference and Show, Atlanta, GA. For more information, contact 800- 472-7878. Down on the Farm .. .The 2002 Invitational Continued from page 1 teams played an extra hole or two just to extend the experi­ ence. The cocktail hour and dinner were excellent. They prepared us for the conclusion of the event of which the highlight was the introduction of our host superintendent. Tim Christ was the force behind the creation of this beauty and it was a job done well. The superintendent now, however, is Paul Ramina, and if it is possible this course will get even better. Paul came here from Riviera C.C., and he is look­ ing forward to adding to the excellence that already exists. Paul, along with Michael Gomnert, John McShane and their staffs with a little help from Dennis Shea, spent many hours preparing for the first “major” to be held at Hamilton Farm G.C. I hope they were pleased with the results because 120 golfers that I saw could not be any happier. The final part of the day was the actual awarding of priz­ es. The winners deserved their accolades because their golf was wonderful. The Team Event went to Upper Montclair for the first time (Red must be taking lessons). The team of Bob Dickison, Gordon Hahn, Ed Healey and Bob Paskill shot a 56 for a two-stroke victory. Royce Brook’s 58 edged out Rock Spring on a match of cards. The Superintendent/Professional Tournament also was decided on a match of cards. Trent In­ man and Ben Steele had a 62 for Royce Brook. They defeated Gary Arlio and Willie Spicer from North Jersey C.C. John Schoellner and Andy Brock had a 63 and Metuchen took third place. Andy, however, was the low professional and his 68 earned him $200. Closest to the pin winners were Leslie VanSyckle (5 ft. 4 in.), Pat Zenner (5 ft. 6 in.) Mike Kieme (2 ft. 4 in.) and Mark Guliano (6 ft. 2 in.). 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GOLF COURSE - With the May-June date this year the course was in top condition. The weather pattern for the winter months set the course up to be in excellent condition. By the time of the tournament the Poa had finished flowering, which made for a much nicer golf course. The mild winter allowed the course to start the year off without any problems and the growth was ahead of schedule for the season. We were very fortunate with the weather for the tourna­ ment this year. Tournaments before and after ours have had some serious weather, with rain or cold or both. This year’s weather was perfect for golf. The tees, approaches, fairways and rough were in the best condition ever. The greens were excellent as always. They were mowed at .105 for the tournament. They rolled true, were smooth and had a good pace to them. The fair­ ways continue to show improvement each year in firmness and smoothness with our sanding program. Again this year I was asked to grow the rough higher to make the tournament more challenging for the pros. We also improved the quality of the bunkers over last year and were commended on them by the tour officials. Upper Montclair is the style of course that the touring Continues on page 7 Finding the right products for disease prevention and control just got even easier with Spectra™ tram Cleary Chemical. Spectro is based on a physical combination of Daconil Weather Stik® and 3336™ fungicides—two of the best formulations for disease control on the market today Cleary has removed the guesswork from tank mixing by creating Spectro, a 90% WDG. Make no mistake, there is no other product with this unique formulation. Field research shows that Spectra’s contact and systemic action provides one of the widest spectrum of disease control available. Choose a proven winner with outstanding results that won’t break your budget. Spectro—The Clear Choice for fine turf disease control. 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We had volunteers come in to rake bunkers in the mornings from Packanack G.C., AgrEvo USA Co., United Horticultural Supply, Ridge­ wood C.C., White Beeches G. & C.C. and Canoe Brook C.C. The greens were mowed by volunteers from Ridgewood C.C., Storr Tractor Co., Baltusrol G.C., Mount Tabor C.C. and Preakness Hills C.C. I was able to get experienced help from Forest Hill Field Club and Hyatt Hills G.C. in the af­ ternoons to help with the mowing and rolling. It’s Time To Take A Closer Look At How You Deal with Stress. 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As she has done in all of the tournaments, my wife Syd arranged lunches and dinners for the green staff. This let the crew keep working in the parking lots and allowed us to get an early start on the evening mowing and rolling. Our green staff once again did an outstanding job with the parking and course maintenance. On Thursday evening during our dinnertime, Jim Colbert came to the shop and met with the crew. He gave an informal talk and answered many questions that the crew had. This was arranged for by the “National.” It gave all of us that work on the course a better sense of what the tournament looks like through a touring player’s eye. TOURNAMENT OPERATIONS - As in the past, a two-week start on setup helps things run a lot smoother and offers more flexibility in the total setup. I know that the parking lot gets a bit cramped with all of the staging of tournament operations. We do make an effort to keep it as clear as possible for the membership and still be efficient in the tournament setup. The staging of most of the tourna- Continues on page 8 C C I Course Contractors, Inc. Golf Course Construction & Improvements Dennis Shea Division Manager PO. Box 158 Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970 800-936-2652 • Fax: 973-895-5578 Member GCSAA and NJGCSA GCSANJ news Continued from page 7 ment equipment at the bottom of the range, this year, helped to keep the parking lot clear of tournament supplies and it worked out logistically well. PARKING - This year parking was less than 500 cars a day. This was an all time low for the tournament. Our men spent a lot of time setting up the parking lot and manning it during the tournament and it saw very little action. With the attendance and parking being off as they were, it affects our ability to accomplish what is needed on the golf course. THE PRESIDENT ANSWERS THE CALL Shaun Barry There are many golf destinations throughout the world. Colts Neck may not come to mind when you think of one, Dr. Jim Baird of the USGA shares his insight with the large number of GCSANJ members at The Colts Neck meeting. Shearon Golf SHEARON A division of Shearon Environmental Design Company Ed Mellor is quite proud to receive the GCSANJ plaque and flag from Steve Chirip. As a T5-year member of the Board, Steve was happy to help. Construction / Maintenance Restorations I Renovations Arboriculture Design Drainage Experts Custom Spray Applicators Certified Irrigation Installers 337 Route 31 • Hopewell, NJ 08525 • (609) 466-0666 5160 Militia Hill Road • Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 • (610) 828-5488 Contact Chip Kern, CGCS • www.shearongoIf.com but perhaps it should. In the past this area has been known for its horse farms (and as the home of Dave Pease ...), but with four courses and one under construction (Shadow Isle G.C.), perhaps it could be called “Myrtle Beach North.” With or without that title, one of these courses was the site of our May meeting. As part of his presidential duties, Ed Mellor decided to host a GCSANJ monthly meeting at The Colts Neck G.C. Having been part of this course since the construction phase, Ed really feels a special love for this marvelous club, and he wanted to share that feeling with us. His enthusiasm for the course is felt by the entire staff, and it showed. Patsy Lang tried to duplicate what she and Ed McSeaman did for us when she was at Toms River C.C., and she was successful. The food was excellent both at lunch and dinner. Tuckahoe Sand even helped out by sponsoring the lunch. Before we headed out to enjoy the competition and the course, Jim Baird gave us a USGA update from his travels Continues on page 9 GCSANJ news Continued from page 8 this spring. This type of presentation always gives everyone an idea of what others are seeing and perhaps what to expect. The combination of good food and timely information always seems to help the good players play better while having no positive effect on the poorer players (Why is that, Mr. Driscoll?). Everyone enjoyed the day and lots of wonderful golf happened, but I can only report on it since I can’t play it anymore. David Pughe made this his first foray onto the 2002 season, and he took top honors with a 70. Tom Grimac (73) was a close second. Steve Chirip (83) and Jack (Hi, I’m Al Caravella) Martin (84) were victorious in the Second Flight. Jim Cross and Jim Davis both had a net 66, but Mr. Cross won on a match of cards. 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Steve Chirip perhaps spoke for all of us when he said, “I could play this course every day of the week and enjoy it totally.” It was a lot of fun, and we do recognize the efforts that were put into the day for us. Thanks to everyone and I hope we can return soon. OBITUARY Edward C. “Chief’ Nickelson, 1943-2002 - Edward Nickelson, past president of the Golf Course Superinten­ dents Association of New Jersey, passed away on April 30 Earthworks - The Complete Biological Soil Management Company With the right soil, you can grow anything. Even your reputation. We start with the soil first and all of our products are agronomically formulated. We can provide you a comprehensive soil testing program, a full line of liquid bio-stimulants and the most complete line of Natural Organic Fertilizers available anywhere, Replenish. You can find out more by calling 800-732-TURF or look us up on the web at www.soilfirst.com. 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Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Secretary APRIL 16, 2002 Meeting held at TPC at Jasna Polana Present: Ed Mellor, Bruce Peeples, Mickey Stachowski, rog- er Stewart, Jim McNally, Dr. Bruce Clarke, Shaun Barry Not Present: Ken Krausz, Brian Minemier, Gregg Arm­ bruster, John O’Keefe, Pat Campbell, Chris Holenstein, Gary Arlio, Paul Dotti, Steve Chirip Call to Order: 12:45 p.m.; quorum not present. Approval of Minutes: Read but not approved. Announcements/Benevolent: Thank you from Dr. Karen Plumley. Treasurer’s Report: • Will try to get Tedd Vitale to meet with Alampi & Associates. • Discussed AWC bill. • Mickey to make sure Sadlon Environmental has insur­ • Monthly finance report discussed; cannot accept - no ance certificate. quorum. Government: • Mickey, Glenn Miller and Nancy Sadlon met with Denis Hart of water allocation - discussed possible changes to restrictions. • Roger interviewed by Leher News Hour concerning drought restrictions. • Roger also attended local watershed meeting. 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Can get all DEP permits 609-655-2281 174 Plainsboro Road,Cranbury, NJ Present: Ed Mellor, Pat Campbell, Bruce Peeples, Chris Ho- lenstein, Roger Stewart, Jim McNally, Shaun Barry, Gregg Armbruster, Paul Dotti, Brian Minemier, Ken Krausz, Steve Chirip, Glenn Miller, Tedd Vitale Not Present: Mickey Stachowski, John O’Keefe, Gary Arlio Call to Order: 8:55 a.m. Approval of Minutes: Approved. Announcements/Benevolent: • Eb Steiniger, Pine Valley superintendent, passed away. • Note from Dr. John Gerwig thanking GCSANJ for Honorary membership. Treasurer’s Report: • Tedd Vitale spoke concerning GCSANJ finances. • Tedd was told to continue helping re-organize GCSANJ financial statements. Newsletter: • Two letters received for position of Greenerside editor, Brian Remo and Doug Vogel. • Doug Vogel is now interim editor. • Ken Krausz stated approximately 40 hours per issue needed. • Bruce P. made motion to have Board interview candi­ dates at next Board meeting - approved. Government: • Glenn discussed water restrictions, called on all mem­ bers to attend public forum in Bordentown on June 3. • Bruce P. suggested reminder go out for contribution requests for water issue. • Need to have a good accounting of AWC expenses - Glenn will discuss with Mickey. Continues on page 15 GCSANJ news Continued from page 14 Golf: • GCSANJ Invitational to be June 17. • North Jersey C.C. meeting in July cancelled - need new site. National Delegate: • Nominations by July 1st due for GCSAA nominations. • GCSAA tournament to be in Hilton Head G.C. Special Events: • Next roundtable to be held at Green Acres C.C. on June 19. • GCSANJ fall seminar site to be Baltusrol on Nov. 26. • Discussed GCSAA seminars for Expo and January • Matt Manze - Minebrook G.C. - Class B - Dist. 2 • Curt Gandofo - Panther Valley C.C. - Class C - Dist. 2 Dist. 1 • Thomas Fallacaro - ET Equipment Co. - Class AF- • Eric Hanisko - Primos Products - Class AF - Dist. 3 Ethics: • Issue discussed - Brian Minemier will write letter ex­ plaining Board decision. Scholarship & Research, By-Laws, Rutgers, Survey, Com­ mercial, Club Relations, Public Relations, Assistant Liaison, Foundation, Web Site, Awards, Nominations, District Re­ ports, Old Business and New Business had no reports. Membership: Approved the following: • Paul Ramina - Hamilton Farms Class A - Dist. 3 Meeting adjourned: Noon. 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ELECTION 2002 INFORMATION ADDED TO GCSAA LEGISLATIVE ACTION CENTER Another new and useful tool has been added to the GC­ SAA Legislative Action Center (LAC) at http://capwiz.com/ gcsaa/election/. “Elections and Candidates” is designed to help you make informed decisions on candidates and issues during this election year. Your vote is critical this election year—control of both chambers of congress hangs in the balance. The new feature includes: CANDIDATE FINDER: Identify Election 2002 can­ didates for Congress and state offices by entering your zip code. CANDIDATE INFORMATION: Comprehensive bio­ graphical information on all candidates, including e-mail addresses and candidate campaign web sites. KEY ELECTION DATES: Key primary and general election dates and voter registration deadlines. VOTER REGISTRATION FORMS: Fill out a voter registration form online that can be printed and mailed to your state’s registrar. Registering to vote is easy. Even though registering via Continues on page 17 PROformance Golf Sands U.S. Silica offers quality construction and maintenance products: • Pro White™ Bunker Sands • Sure Play™ Top Dressing Sands • Sure Play™ Root Zone Mixes • Sure Play Drainage Media . U.S. Silica Golf Sands are offered from 12 locations throughout the United States including New Jersey Our products enhance the beauty of your course, reduce maintenance and pieet all USGA recommendations. U.S. Silica is the name to trust for quality material and superior PROformance. Fpr more information, call U.S. Silica Company toll free at (866) 321-SAND or e-mail at sales@ussilica.com Visit us on the web at www.golfsand.com © 2001 U.S. SILICA GCSAA news Continued from page 16 the Internet to vote isn’t allowed, you can fill out a voter registration form online that can be mailed in to complete your registration. Simply select your state from the drop­ down menu and click “GO.” Read through the eligibility guidelines for your state to make sure you’re eligible to vote, enter your personal information into the online form and select the “Preview My Voter Registration” button. Double­ check the information you entered for accuracy then click “Get My Application.” After following these steps, print and mail your voter registration application to your state’s voter registration department. To learn more about other great features in the GCSAA Legislative Action Center, or for assistance with the new “Elections and Candidates” feature, contact Chava McKeel, The 2002 Invitational Continued from page 4 GCSANJ Foundation. It was very successful with almost $7,800 pledged for the items being offered. Not bad for our first such auction and a very sincere thanks to everyone who helped make this event happen. We know we could not do this without you. Our day did end and it did so with a wild thunderstorm. Since this day was so extraordinary, it only seemed fitting to have God have the closing remarks. Hopefully He thinks we should do this again. legislative analyst, at mailto:cmmckeel@gcsaa.org or 800- 472-7879, ext. 619. THE TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES OF GREEN SPEED Years ago, there was a man named Edward Stimpson who loved golf and craved to create more fairness in the game. To further his passion, he invented a device intended to ensure that all the greens on a course were of relatively equal speed. The idea was to give superintendents (then, greenkeepers) a way to compare the speed of the 4th green with the 13th and take steps to equalize them. This was, no doubt, a sound and noble idea. But sometimes bad things happen to good ideas. 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Golfers are sometimes heard to say, “Hey, Hickory Hills was ‘stimping’ 13 last week.” This essentially means that the greens were as fast as the linoleum on most kitchen floors. From a purely competitive standpoint, that’s OK. How­ ever, this quest for fast greens has serious consequences in terms of cost, environmental quality and the long-term health of the green. In short, speed can kill. Here’s why: A healthy, vigorous green can be maintained at a very short cutting height (as low as 1/8-inch) for short periods of time without serious consequences if it’s been prepared properly and weather conditions are acceptable. Courses hosting tournaments often take months (and spend signifi­ cant extra money) to bring greens up to an ultrafast speed for PGA Tour players. For example, the greens at Augusta * IMPROVE MAINTENANCE PRODUCTION * PROMOTE GOLFER SAFETY * ADD PRESTIGE AND ELEGANCE ALL AT THE SAME TIME? BEAUTIFUL, DURABLE AND AFFORDABLE HOW CAN YOU * SAVE YOUR TURF CONCRETE CURBING IT'S THE EDGE OF DISTINCTION INSTALLED BY National or Oakmont may “stimp” up to 14 when properly prepared and dry. However, fast greens are extremely fragile. If you compared them with human beings, it would be fair to say that their immune systems can be very weak. They become susceptible to diseases and pests, and therefore may require more chemical treatments. Weather can also quickly destroy the health of an ultrafast green. High temperatures and lack of moisture in the air are deadly to greens that are maintained at very short cutting heights for any length of time. The risks of maintaining fast greens—even with the best professional management by superintendents—were appar­ ent in the summer of 1995 when golf courses across the eastern United States lost greens during the extended period of drought and high temperatures. Many of the world’s best- known courses suffered serious damage and were essentially unplayable for the last half of the year. Many of these had to be reseeded or completely rebuilt at a cost that was high in terms of budget, playability and reputation. The solution to the dilemma of fast greens is twofold. First, the golf industry is sponsoring and promoting research and development of new grasses that are more tolerant of fast speeds under adverse condition. Organizations such as the USGA and GCSAA are investing millions of dollars in this effort. On the other side, golfers should understand and ac­ cept the limitations of these living systems we call greens. Golfers should also heed the advice of superintendents who manage, nurture and protect these ecosystems. And finally, many golfers must change their attitudes about the competi­ tive aspect of green speeds. They should, in the footsteps of Mr. Stimpson, strive for fairness, not fastness. CONTEMPORARY LAND ASSOCIATES (609) 383 3499 or (800) 595-7909 DOES YOUR COURSE HAVE THE EDGE? Scotland Run G.C. Williamstown, NJ www.curbsnborders.com syngenta John Fowler Syngenta Professional Products Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc. 325 Mill Pond Lane Oxford, PA 19363 Tel. 610-998-2896 Fax 610-998-2897 www.syngenta.com john.fowler@syngenta.com From the archives Golf course superintendents traditionally dealt with the accumulation of leaves and brush with the ac­ cepted method of open burning. During the early 1970s, the state lawmakers in Trenton introduced legislation to ban the practice. The following article, written by Ed Nick- elson for the Association newsletter, begrudgingly captures the mood of his fellow superintendents, while offering an alternative to a very major problem. Editor COMPOSTING- A REASONABLE ALTERNATIVE As agronomists, sometimes considered public enemy number one, we are continually confronted with new legisla­ tion designed to “protect society and ensure Mother Nature an even chance.” Such is the case with the banning of all open burning. It is an unreasonable edict covering all bases except cigarette smoking. In spite of what the “organic ecologists” propound, we who must deal with Mother Nature are well aware of her methods of operation: the monsoons of last year; the droughts of’64, ’65 and ’66; the Gypsy Moth; the ever present chinch bug; the piles of organic matter choking our dumps, etc. Un­ fortunately, man and his requirements do not have enough time or space to wait for her to perform. Reason dictates that man cannot wait, thus he uses fire. Legislators eliminated fire. How about legislating a solution into existence! A minor oversight, but one that will be correct just before the last exit out of Trenton is blocked by leaves and branches. Until Trenton is barricaded, a reasonable alternative must be utilized. Richard Walters, superintendent of Maplewood’s Park Commission, addressed the Golf Course Association of New Jersey at its March meeting and described his method and apparent solution to the leaf problem—composting. One has visions of the familiar pile lying in a comer of every American yard, only on a grandiose scale; odor included. It should be remembered that Mother Nature has always used slow oxidation (burning) as her prime means of debris reduc­ tion and elimination. Half the Town of Maplewood is not devoted to a composting operation. In reality, only 2/2 acres of land are utilized to reduce a useable product and annual crop of 15,000 cubic yards of leaves within 14 months. The key to the operation is obviously management. Making sure Mother Nature is provided the essential ingredients—air, water and nutrients. According to Mr. Walters, the actual amount and method of introducing these ingredients is still open to a great deal of conjecture. Briefly, the following are some of the key points in his operation. The leaves are first watered. They are then placed into windrows about 14 feet high, keeping the piles under eight feet wide, with the sides as vertical as possible. The vertical walls are essential for proper air circulation. Fertil­ izer is then added. Periodic watering follows to keep them moist. They remain in this state until they are decomposed Continues on page 20 Aerate, amend and topdress - play in 1 hour on a smooth surface The only machine in the world that injects high volumes of dry material. Before you buy, contract your greens aeration to us. Tired of drill-and-fill and time-consuming greens aeration? 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The resulting information will allow management and technology to design equipment and procedures approaching the efficiency of a good fire. There is machinery available designed for turning, aerating, watering and restacking the windrows, however, they are highly impractical for small operations. Mr. Walters’ operation is equipped with conventional machinery such as pay loaders and side-dump loaders. A minimum essential item is a front-end loader equipped with a manure fork at­ tachment. It is needed to construct the windrows. While composting may not be the final answer, for the moment it seems to be the most practical approach. Com­ pared with some of the available alternatives—compaction, trucking, incineration and landfill—it is the most economical Specializing in sand, stone and soils 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 □ GC-500 treated topdressing □ TriCure soil surfactant □ Crushed quartzite bunker sand □ Manufactured topsoil / compost □ Crushed stone and rip rap □ Green divot sand and mix □ Green waste compost and has the brightest future. It is not without its own set of inherent problems. There must be land available, prefer­ ably away from neighbors who may object. There is some Until reason returns to Trenton, what does one economically do with the leaves? Compost them, or as one of the characters in the cartoon strip B.C. states, “The red ones don't taste too bad.” odor, but that can be controlled by proper management. It does require additional labor and investment in equipment. However, the initial investment is low enough to set up the operation on a trial basis, or at least until legislators realize the necessity of controlled open burning. It is just impossible to effectively compost branches; wood chips do not make good landfill, and there are only so many flowerbeds to be mulched. Even the volume of leaves generated requires a community effort to effectively compost. This same effort and expense could be spent on a more efficient means of burning the organic debris while eliminating the particle pollution. Until reason returns to Trenton, what does one economi­ cally do with the leaves? 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This is your best way to avoid being caught in a dangerous situation. • safe shelter immediately. • Move to a sturdy building or car. Do not take shelter in small sheds, under isolated trees or in convertible automobiles. If lightning is occurring and a sturdy shelter is not available, get inside a hard top automobile and keep the windows up. • • Get out of boats and away from water. • Telephone lines and metal pipe can conduct electricity. Unplug appliances not necessary for obtaining weather information. Avoid using the telephone or any electrical appliance. Use phones only in an emergency. • Do not take a bath or shower. • Turn off air conditioners. Power surges from lightning can overload the compressors. possible. Once flooding begins, abandon cars and climb to higher ground. Do not attempt to drive to safety. Note: Most flash flood deaths occur in automobiles. Continues on page 22 • Check on those having trouble taking shelter if severe • Get to higher ground if flash flooding or flooding is weather threatens. What to do when thunderstorms approach: • Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to the storm to be struck by lightning. Go to Attention Country Clubs! LANDSCAPE LIGHTING For Positive Impressions: ♦ Dramatic Entry Ways ♦ Romantic Dining Areas ♦ Architectural Details ♦ Cut Electrical Bills by 2/3 ♦ Solid Bronze Fixtures Built to Last Call Aquarius to discuss affordable 12V Landscape Lighting. 1-800-922-0717 Thunderstorm and lightning safety Continued from page 21 If caught outdoors and no shelter is nearby: • Find a low spot away from trees, fences and poles. Make sure the place you pick is not subject to flooding. If you are in the woods, take shelter under the shorter trees. If you feel your skin tingle or your hair stand on end, squat low to the ground on the balls of your feet. Place your hands on your knees with your head between them. Make yourself the smallest target possible, and minimize your contact with the ground. If you are boating or swimming, get to land and find shelter immediately. • • • Warnings and watches—what to listen for: Severe Thunderstorm Watch - tells you when and where severe thunderstorms are more likely to occur. Watch the sky and stay tuned to know when warnings are issued. Watches are intended to heighten public awareness and should not be confused with warnings. TURF PRODUCTS CORPORATION 47 Howell Road, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 We Specialize in the odd and the unusual •GRASS SEED • TURF TOOLS • COURSE ACCESSORIES •FUNGICIDES • HERBICIDES •TURF EQUIPMENT Call us at: 973-263-1234 Severe Thunderstorm Warning - issued when severe weather has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar. Warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property to those in the path of the storm. Myths and facts about lightning: Myth If it is not raining, then there is no danger from lightning. Fact Lightning often strikes outside of heavy rain and may occur as far as 10 miles away from any rainfall. Myth The rubber soles of shoes or rubber tires on a car will protect you from being struck by lightning. Fact Rubber soled shoes and rubber tires provide NO protection from lightning. However the steel frame of a hard-topped vehicle provides increased protection if you are not touching the metal. Although you may be injured if lightning strikes your car, you are much safer inside a vehicle than outside. Myth People struck by lightning carry an electrical charge and should not be touched. Fact Lightning-strike victims carry no electrical charge and should be attended to immediately. Contact your local American Red Cross chapter for information on CPR and first aid classes. Myth “Heat lightning” occurs after very hot summer days and poses no threat. Fact What is referred to as “heat lightning” is actually lightning from a thunderstorm too far away for thunder to be heard. However, the storm may be moving in your direction! Postpone outdoor activities if thunderstorms are imminent. This is your best way to avoid being caught in a dangerous situation. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to the storm to be struck by lightning. Go to a safe shelter immediately! 2002 Patron Directory ♦ EAST COAST SOD & SEED Bentgrass, Fine Fescue & Bluegrass Sod/ Turfgrass Seed Kevin Driscoll (856) 769-9555 JOSEPH M. MERCADANTE, INC. Golf Course Construction/Paving Joseph J. Mercadante - Robert T. Mercadante (973) 467-8622; Fax (973) 467-2225 SHEARON GOLF Golf Course Design/Build/Maintenance R.K. Chip Kern, CGCS (609) 466-0666 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 FINCH TURF EQUIPMENT John Deere Turf Equipment Dennis DeSanctis, Fred Blaicher,Jon Barlok (215) 661-0390 FLORATINE PRODUCTS GROUP Soil Analysis, Biostimulants, Soil Amendments Richard Hendrickson (609)714-1151 GOLF CARS, INC. Golf Car & Utility Vehicle Jon Schneider, John Czerwinski (215) 340-0880 GRASS ROOTS, INC. Distributor of Golf Course Maintenance Supplies Ken Kubik - Keith Kubik - Jay McKenna (973) 361 -5943; Fax (973) 895-1388 JOHN DEERE LANDSCAPES Hunter Golf Chuck Gooding (800) 642-3706 REES JONES, INC. Golf Course Design Rees Jones (973) 744-4031 KOONZ SPRINKLER SUPPLY, INC. Irrigation Distributors to Golf Willliam F. Koonz,Sr. (973)379-9314 LEBANON TURF PRODUCTS Fertilizer, Seed, Mulch, Control Products John Farrell (800) 532-0090 LEON'S SOD FARMS Sod Diane Leon (908) 713-9496; Fax (908) 730-7454 LESCO, INC. 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. Turf Equipment Tim Kerwin - Chris Hunt - Mike Pelrine (888) 831-0891 ; www.wilfredmacdonald.com RALPH McGILLAN EXCAVATING LLC Lakes & Ponds Ralph (609) 655-2281 METRO TURF SPECIALISTS Customers Our Top Priority Scott Apgar, Ernie Steinhofer, Dennis Petruzzelli, Scott Tretera Office - (888) 217-1039; Fax (203) 743-0458 MONTCO PRODUCTS/SURFSIDE ZAP! Defoamer & Surfside Wetting Agents: Liquid, Granular, Pellets Bob Oechsle - (215) 836-4992 Information/Orders - (800) 401-0411 NATIONAL SEED COMPANY Seed & Seeding Supplies Ken Griepentrog - George Rosenberg (732) 247-3100 P & P EXCAVATING INC. Excavating, Ponds & Lakes Bob Laner (973) 227-2030,(973) 227-2819 PARTAC PEAT CORPORATION Premium Top-Dressing & Construction Mixes, Green Sand Divot Mixes, Bunker Sands, Cart Paths,Turf Blankets Jim Kelsey (800) 247-2326, (908) 637-4191 PAVELEC BROS. GOLF COURSE CONSTRUC­ TION CO. INC. Golf Course Construction/Renovation Anthony Pavelec,Jr. (973) 667-1643 PENNINK ARRIMOUR GOLF Golf Course Construction & Irrigation Tom Ristau - Rick Shriver, Irrigation - Brian Ruhl (215) 914-2490; Fax (215) 893-4767 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, Seed, Control Products Chris Zelley (732) 580-2603 RIGGI PAVING INC. Asphalt, Concrete Frank S.Riggi, Jr. (201)943-3913 SADLON ENVIRONMENTAL Environmental Consultant Nancy Sadlon - John Sadlon (732) 560-9377 GEORGE SCHOFIELD CO., INC. Golf Course Maintenance & Construction Materials Adam Geiger - Wes Perrine (732) 356-0858 SEETON TURF WAREHOUSE A Distributor of Golf Course Maintenance Supplies Lance Seeton - (856) 802-1713 Steve Rudich - (610) 253-4003 Mark Coffey - (609) 653-6900 SIMPLOT PARTNERS Suppliers of Fertilizers, Seed, Protectorants and Specialty Products to the Golf Course Industry Fran Berdine - (845) 361 -4105 Alfie Gardiner - (610) 278-6762 (800) 228-6656 STORR TRACTOR COMPANY Turf and Irrigation Equipment Blair Quin - Rick Krok - Bruce Wild (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, Seed and Fertilizer Charlie McGill - Bob Fetzko (800) 724-1024 SYNGENTA Turf Products John Fowler (610) 998-2896 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 -John Salisbury (973) 473-3393 TURF PRODUCTS CORPORATION Golf Course Supplier Buddy Rizzio - Ron Lake - Jim Dempsey (973) 263-1234 TURFNET Information Services Peter L. McCormick (800)314-7929 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 INC. Accuform - Paraide - Standard Pesticides - Fertilizer - Seed Bob Lippman, Sr., Bob Lippman, Jr. (845) 621-5067; Fax (845) 621-7180 ♦ New Patrons for 2002 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, LTD. Sod Sales & Installation Chip Presendofer - Owen Regen (215) 886-6011, (401) 465-8066 ATLANTIC MILLS INC. Course Accessories Jack Brady - Diane Hill - Bill Vogel (732) 363-9558 AVENTIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Plant Protectants Shaun M. Barry (732) 846-8173 JAMES BARRETT ASSOCIATES, INC. Irrigation Design & Consulting Jim Barrett (973) 364-9701 BAYER CORPORATION Pesticide Manufacturer Jeffrey Weld (973) 208-2418 BLUE RIDGE PEAT FARMS Top Dressing, Bunker Sand, Cont. Mgt. Gene Evans - Chuck Evans (570) 443-9596 BOHM'S SOD FARM Growers of Premium Golf Turf David Bohm (800) 624-1947 CLEARY CHEMICAL CORPORATION Turf & Ornamental Chemicals Bryan Bolehala (732) 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, Construction & Root Zone Mixes Scott A. Bills (732) 560-8000; Fax (732) 560-0535 E-mail cvi560@aol.com DuBROW'S NURSERIES INC. Certified Landscape Architects, Ground Management Michael Branch - William Mulvaney (973) 992-0598 EARTHWORKS NATURAL ORGANIC PRODUCTS, INC. Organic Fertilizer Joel Simmons - Tina Woolverton (610) 250-9560 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 Rain Bird GREEN-RELEAF®