THE Greenerside January - February 2003 • Volume 27 Number 1 Official Publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey By Doug Vogel Foster receives Distinguished Service Award Albert Foster, a 55-year member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey, was honored by his peers with his selection as the 2002 recipient of the Distinguished Service Award. During an Al Foster (left) is presented the Distinguished Service Award by Elliot Lewis, his former assistant at the Hackensack CC. Henrietta Foster, Al's wife of 55 years, certainly deserves a big piece of the award. In this issue From the editor's desk............................. 2 President's Message................................3 New golf practice facility will benefit homeless veterans.................................. 6 The backbone of the golf course............ 7 Storr Tractor Company ushers ballons in Thanksgiving Day Parade..................... 8 GCSANJ News..........................................10 Rutgers News...........................................17 emotional ceremony held at the annual meeting, longtime friend and former assistant Elliot Lewis presented Foster with the Association’s most prestigious award. Lewis spoke eloquently about his mentor before calling him up to the podium. A standing ovation followed as Foster made his way to the front of the room. The audience finally settled back into their seats, greatly anticipating some famous A1 Foster tales about the good old days. He didn’t disappoint anybody. Hand cranked tractors, 55-gallon proportioned and wooden snowplow stories were just the tip of the iceberg. The most touching, though, was Foster’s acknowledgement of the many contributions made by his wife Henrietta to his successful career. Foster graduated from the Rutgers Turf Management short course in 1946, after serving in the military during World War II. His first superintendent job was at the Forest Hill Field Club in his hometown of Bloomfield, New Jersey. Al joined the New Jersey Greenkeeping Superintendents Association in 1947, being sponsored for membership by founding father John Anderson and Sherwood Moore. He then took the job at the Aldecress CC (now the Alpine CC) for a 14-year stint. In 1958 he moved on to the Hackensack CC for the final 20 years of his storied career. During this time, Foster served the Association as President in 1963 and 1964 after holding the secretary position for over 12 years. Foster was known as a pioneer in the industry, being the first to aerify greens in the fall as well as developing a fall fertilization program for his tees, greens and fairways. In an era when the superintendent was regarded as just one of the staff who cuts the grass, Al and his family were given full clubhouse and facility privileges. Even the logo of the GCSANJ was Al’s creation. No talk of distinguished service would be complete without mention of Foster’s military service. Al was a par­ ticipant in the D-Day Invasion, arriving in the second wave Continues on page 7 From the editor’s desk 2003 and rising I have nothing but fond memories of Weedy the Weed Eater. Weedy was a big old string trimmer that hung in the shed that was next to the barn that was adjacent to the shop. Whenever the crew had spare time we could deploy Weedy in the ditches, under the trees and around the fence posts. There was only one small catch. Weedy weighed about 60 pounds, and you needed Steve Garvey forearms to operate him. But that didn’t stop us. We were young, and we all thought we had Steve Garvey forearms anyway. Besides it was either Weedy or the grass shears or the weed whip or the dreaded scythe. Remember scything? Well, scything was a lost art form long before our boss Ziggy Zaleski was trying to teach it to us. It still remains lost. At least at Packanack. So what is the point? The point is that the member-written article is going the way of the scythe. Now is your chance to help preserve this lost art form by entering the 2003 Greenerside Literary Contest. Submit articles to the editor. Prizes will be awarded. Call for details. Scythingly yours, GCSANJ Newsletter is published six times a year by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey Doug Vogel Editor Newsletter Business Staff Doug Vogel 973-696-6495 • FAX 973-696-8086 Greg Nicoll, CGCS 973-762-0914 • FAX 973-762-0612 Contributing Writers Chris Holenstein, 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: John O'Keefe, CGCS, President Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Vice President James C. McNally, Treasurer Roger Stewart, CGCS, Secretary Ed Mellor, Past President Directors: District 1 Gory Arlio Paul Dotti District 2 Gregory Nicoll, CGCS Brian Remo, CGCS District 3 Mickey Stochowski District 4 Gregg Armbruster Brian Minemier Chapter GCSAA Delegate James C. McNally Executive Secretary Judy Policastro Commercial Representatives Shaun Barry Tim Kerwin ©2003 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 Golf architect/historian Geoffry Cornish and the editor met at the Grass Roots, Inc. operations center to discuss scything, article writing and other greenkeeping practices of yesteryear. President’s Message John O ’Keefe, CGCS, Preakness Hills CC The dreaded phone message It was a rainy Friday in December. We had seen snow, rain, freeze and thawing. The course was as soft as it could be at this point. I was scrambling to find work for the men. I glanced down on my phone message pad and saw the name Doug Vogel. Yes, my savior, he wants to get out for a bite to eat or maybe to borrow some equipment. Either way it was a nice change from looking at my guys looking back at me. I excitedly returned the phone call. That’s when the dread set in. I thought he was my friend, a supporter, but no, he wanted my first “President’s message.” I thought I had made it clear to Doug that my first action as president was to eliminate the “President’s message.” So now I have to sit down and think of something to write, and, even worse, I have to make it interesting. I grow grass, I’m not a writer. Well, I already have a paragraph done, and it hasn’t killed me yet so let’s proceed. Seriously, I want to thank you for the opportunity to serve as your president. It is with great honor that I accept the position. I have many ideas for our future. I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome our new directors, Greg Nicoll, Brian Remo and Tim Kerwin. Many thanks to our outgoing Board members Ken Krausz, Steve Chirip, Pat Campbell, Chris Holenstein and Brian Gjelsvik. And special thanks to Ed Mellor for all his dedication and hard work, who remains on the Board as past president. Did you know that this is the perfect time to volunteer for our committees? Well, it is. Often times when a new president takes his place, directors shift positions on the Board, com­ mittees change and, therefore, openings are available. Why President John O'Keefe and the 2003 GCSANJ Board. Front, left to right: Mickey Stachowski, Bruce Peeples, CGCS, John O'Keefe, CGCS, Jim McNally, Ed Mellor. Back, left to right: Gregg Armbruster, Brian Minemier, Brian Remo, CGCS, Greg Nicoll, CGCS, Paul Dotti, Tim Kerwin, Gary Arlio. Not pictured: Roger Stewart, CGCS, and Shaun Barry. not you? We have many new members, and I’m sure some of you feel the same way I do, that taking an active role in our organization can be very rewarding. It’s your Associa­ tion. Webster describes “association” as a union. Are we a union of professionals? Or sometimes does it feel like some are the leaders and some just settle to be followers. You can Continues on page 4 Calendar February 10-15,2003 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Ga, Contact GCSAA at 800-472- 7878. February 13,2003 Nor'Easter Hospitality Reception, Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Atlanta, Ga. Host: GCSANJ, etal. February 24,2003 GCSANJ Winter Seminar, Baltusrol GC, Springfield, N.J. Host: Mark Kuhns, CGCS; Educational Chairman: Paul Dotti. C C I Course Contractors, Inc. Golf Course Construction & Improvements Dennis Shea Division Manager P.O. Box 158 Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970 800-936-2652 • Cell 973-945-5938 Fax: 973-895-5578 Member GCSAA and NJGCSA President’s Message Continued from page 3 make a difference. It really doesn’t take that much work, it’s not that time consuming either. The rewards are great. Professionally, you achieve a respect among your peers and a terrific addition to your resume. Personally, a meeting a month isn’t really going to make a difference in our already busy schedules, and the fellowship gained and, honestly, fun had cannot be equaled in our business. Clubs are always excited to see their superintendent thrive professionally, it only draws attention to the quality of their club. The following committee chairs are eagerly waiting for you to contact them with your energy and great ideas: Brian Remo, CGCS Special Events By-laws Brian Minimier Tim Kerwin Commercial Club Relations Bruce Peeples, CGCS Public Relations Brian Remo, CGCS Scholarship & Research Gregg Armbruster I am looking forward to a very productive year working with our new Board and hope to see many new faces get involved. Happy New Year! 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All rights reserved New golf practice facility will benefit homeless veterans It is an uncomforting fact that on any given night there are approximately 8,300 homeless veterans in New Jersey and over 250,000 without homes in the United States. As one of several projects developed by the Veter­ By James H. Baird, PhD. ans Industries program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help unemployed and homeless honorably discharged veterans re-enter the workforce and regain both housing and their independence, a new golf practice facility is scheduled to open this spring and will provide job training and employment to homeless veterans. The practice facility is located on the grounds of the VA Medical Center campus in Lyons, New Jersey, located just minutes away from the USGA Golf House. Also on the grounds is a 9-hole public golf course managed by the recreation department of Ber­ nards Township. The Roger Rulewich Group donated their design services for the 13-acre facility, which includes a one-acre natural turf tee and five target greens. The golf architectural firm also served as general contractor for construction, installation of an automatic irrigation system and grow-in. Construction began during the summer of 2002, and a complete stand of Kentucky bluegrass, fine fescue and perennial ryegrass turf was achieved by early fall. The USGA Green section donated agronomic assistance during turf establishment and is committed to providing long-term support to the facility. Furthermore, the USGA Research and Test Center will do­ nate golf balls to the practice facility following testing. The practice facility will be open to the general public and will operate as a non-profit business. Revenues will be used to create housing and job opportunities for homeless veterans. Veterans in residential treatment for substance abuse and children from impoverished communities in New Jersey will have free access to golf lessons and use of the facility. Interested in helping those who risked their lives for our freedom and country? The practice facility is in need of just about everything you can think of including new or used: artificial turf practice mats, tee markers, signs (rules, traffic, yardage), ball/club washers, flagsticks, cups, cup cutter, ball pickers (machine and hand-held), golf balls, baskets, peren­ nial ryegrass seed, topdressing mix for divots, rakes, shovels, utility vehicles with dump beds, fertilizer, walking spreaders, small tractor with turf tires, tractor/utility vehicle mounted spreader, a gang unit reel mower, rotary deck mowers, and a triplex tee/target green mower. Aside from donations of equipment and supplies, help is also needed to train veterans for the maintenance and repair of turf equipment at the facil­ ity. For more information about the golf practice facility or how to make a tax-deductible donation, please contact Mr. Robert Valentino, Marketing Director, Veterans Industries, at 908-647-0180, ext. 6884. James H. Baird, PhD., is the agronomist for the Northeast Region of the United States Golf Association Green Sec­ tion. 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 The backbone of the golf course By Nick Groetsema If the golf course superintendent is the brain of the golf course maintenance program, then the equipment techni­ cian is the backbone. The experience and talent of the technician play a vital role in the economic and agronomic success of the golf course operation. The Golf Course Equipment Technician’s Association of New Jersey was founded in 1988 in part to enhance and bring stability and professionalism to this important posi­ tion of golf course equipment technician. The goals of our Association are to: • Evaluate new products and equipment and provide superintendents with this information so the super­ intendents can make sound decisions. • Establish training programs and working relationships with established vocational/technical institutions. • Open lines of communication with equipment manu­ facturers for the purpose of: A. Improving equipment B. Recognizing safety problems C. Obtaining timely information on updates and modifications D. Utilizing and expanding their training programs • Develop and maintain an informational library con­ sisting of video and printed material for education and new equipment. • Publish and distribute a newsletter complete with a listing of: A. Equipment for sale B. Spare parts for sale or barter C. Available library material Foster receives Distinguished Service Award Continued from page 1 that hit the shores of Utah Beach. He received five Combat Stars, the Bronze Star, the Combat Infantry Medal and two Purple Hearts. He recently received a medal for his heroism from the French Government for his efforts in the liberation of their country over 50 years ago. Congratulations, Al, and thanks for all you have done for the Association. Currently the Association is at a crossroads. It appears as though interest is waning. Finances are good and membership numbers are strong with 90 members listed, but involvement needs to improve. Improvement is needed in education at­ tendance and Board involvement. This is where we need the help of the golf course superintendent and GCSANJ. Not only would we like you to promote the Technician’s Association to your own technician, but also we would like some input and ideas on how we can make our Association strong. It is my belief that the superintendents should view our Association not as a threat, but as a tool such as a shovel or a tractor—something that will help us do our job better, you do your job better, all for the advancement of the golf maintenance operation. Nick Groetsema is the golf course equipment technician at the Knickerbocker CC and current president of the Golf Course Technicians Association of New Jersey. Your Trees Deserve the Best of Care! All Phases of Tree Care: Residential and Commercial BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS Local Offices: 973-983-1840 Denville Lebanon 908-735-6619 Ridgewood 201-444-0002 S. Plainfield 732-968-0800 SCIENTIFIC TREE CARE SINCE 1907 www.bartlett.com Storr Tractor Company ushers balloons in Thanksgiving Day Parade Macy’s requested Storr Tractor Company to partner with them in supplying 40 Toro Workmen Utility Vehicles, to make sure that the “balloons didn’t get carried away” at the 2002 Thanksgiving Day Parade. By Mary Lou DesChamps What a thrill! 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Nominated by their peers for their tireless work on changing New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection drought policies, Glenn and Mickey were the runaway choices for the prestigious award. Their constant presence at the doorstep of the DEP helped to general manager, and all of Maplewood’s staff did a great job preparing the golf course and reception. Greg boasts that Maplewood is the tightest golf course you will ever see. Well, Greg, you weren’t kidding, I don’t think I hit but one or 2 fairways, and I really think it was because they were narrow. Low Gross Assistant honors went to Rob Arnst from Stanton Ridge CC with an 81. Low Gross Guest honors went to Sean Klotzbach with an 80. The Low Net Assistant went to Brian Leserinier from Pine Barrens with a net 70, and Low Net Guest went to Dick Neufeld from ET Equipment with a net 65. Closest to the pin on #8 was David Lipman from Westchester Turf Supply at 7’ 10”, on #10 it was Den­ nis Desanctis, Jr. from Terre Co. at 11 feet even, and on #18 Todd Raisch from Ridgewood CC was 4’11”. Long Drives from Jason Grode from Baltusrol on #1 and Joe Kinlin from Arcola on #16. And, finally, the most unique contest, longest 2 shots, was won by Brad Fox from New Jersey National. Once again we all had a great time, and it all would not have been possible without all of our sponsors for this event and such a great host. Thanks again to all our vendors and Greg. Their continued support allows us to make this tournament even better every year. 25-YEAR AWARDS By Steve Chirip John O'Keefe was honored to present the Member of the Year awards to Glenn Miller (left) and Mickey Stachowski (right). The Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey awarded 25-year plaques to the following five out­ standing members at the Annual Meeting held in Atlantic Continues on page 11 educate regulators about the unfavorable restrictions placed on golf courses. Through their efforts, many of the restric­ tions were eased during this extremely difficult year for growing grass. We tip our hats to these two very deserving gentlemen. GREAT TURN OUT MEANS A GREATTIME By Joe Kinlin It sure does ... the Class C meeting was held at Maple­ wood Country Club with record-setting attendance this year. Even the October chill couldn’t stop all 72 participants from having a great time. Greg Nicoll, CGCS, and Mike Lusk, 25-year GCSANJ member Wayne Remo, CGCS, is proud to have followed in his father's footsteps and is equally proud to have his son Brian follow his. GCSANJ news Continued from page 10 City on December 10, 2002: Thomas Crump, CGCS Superintendent Twin Brooks C.C. Andrew Kiszaonak Owner/Superintendent Apple Mountain G. & C.C. Dave Lerner Regional Superintendent Castle Golf Management Jim Kelsey Owner Partac Peat Corporation Wayne Remo, CGCS Superintendent Apple Ridge C.C. ANNOUNCEMENTS A beautiful baby girl named Shelby Marie Lawfon ar­ rived on December 5, 2002, and will no doubt become the favorite subject of grandfather Shaun Barry’s well-known camera. Proud parents are Amy and Billy Lawfon. Shelby weighed 7 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 20”. She also is proud to announce that grandpa Shaun is the sales representative for Bayer CropScience. Plant Food Company, Inc. recently announced the addi­ tion of Brad Simpkins to its sales team. Brad will be primarily Continues on page 12 The Pure Spirit of Golf. Broad Vision • Careful Thought • Hand crafted Design Our team, led by principal golf course architect Robert McNeil, is a visionary group of professionals with proven creative and technical abilities. 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Announcements/Benevolent: Thank you letter from Rutgers acknowledging the two $10,000 checks, which finishes our commitment to the Geiger Building Fund for the years 2002 and 2003. AEC annual meeting sponsorship request - $150 ap­ proved. Treasurer’s Report: October/year end statement not yet ready. Mickey 2nd - approved. Motion to pass 2003 budget - Jim McNally, 1st and Newsletter: Jim McNally sent Doug Vogel a letter de­ tailing the GCSAA delegates meeting he attended. Government: Mickey senses that current golf course water restrictions will stay in place until next spring at the earliest. He will present proposed drought regulations to DEP on November 30. He testified before State Assembly panel concerning drought issues. Mickey also attended a dinner sponsored by Hal Bozarth, lobbyist, to meet politicians and talk about issues. Golf: Shaun reports successful golf meeting year; Board agrees. He has a few possible sites lined up for 2003 but will need more. National Delegate: Jim McNally attended GCSAA delegates meeting. Following items were discussed: dues increase proposed, PDI starts in July 2003, GCSAA Board travel expenses discussed, possibly looking to move GCSAA headquarters. Delegates had E5 hours of open meeting without Board or employees in attendance - good discussion followed on various issues. Special Events: Committee to meet on 11/18 to discuss February educational seminar. GCSAA seminar 12/02 at Geiger building. Membership: The following were brought before the Board for membership: Jason Thompson, Essex County CC, Class B - Dist. 2; David LaLena, Philadelphia Turf Co., Class AF; request for membership change - Donald Heyniger, from Class A to Life A. All approved. Scholarship & Research: Two GCSANJ scholarships awarded at Rutgers dinner; Gary Arlio attended. By-Laws: Will read proposed by-law changes for second time at annual meeting. 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Commercial: Steve Chirip resigning as Affiliate repre­ sentative after 15 years of Board service due to employment commitments. Affiliate elections are proceeding with results announced soon. Assistant Liaison: Maplewood CC site of Assistant tournament on October 28 had 72 golfers. Currently look­ ing for assistant liaison to the Board. Foundation: Bruce Peeples to be member of Foundation Committee. fisher & son company, inc. Superior Products for the Turf and Horticultural Professional 237 East King St. • Malvern, PA 19355 800-262-2127 • FAX (610) 644-7791 www.fisherandson.com SysTec 1998 Al Phillips 856-478-6704 Randy Rider 302-242-6848 Serving GCSANJ Awards: DSA and Member of the Year winners have been decided—to be announced at annual meeting. District Reports: District I - to have meeting on budgets soon. District II - election results due tomorrow for two empty District III - Christmas party being planned. District IV - had district meeting on 10/30 at Twisted director positions. Dune GC; good time. Ethics, Club Relations, Public Relations and Nomina­ tions had no report. New Business: Instead of Christmas baskets to all retired members, it was decided to name a college scholar­ ship in their honor; Scholarship Committee will determine amount. Judy needs written committee reports before annual meeting. Meeting adjourned at 2:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Secretary, GCSANJ ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 10,2002 Ed Mellor opened the meeting at 12:00 p.m. Finance Report: Jim McNally reported Association fi­ nances were in good order - will be using a simpler, easier to use financial statement for budget year 2003, which will track each event separately. National Delegate Report: Jim reported that Mark Kuhns, CGCS, Baltusrol GC, was running for GCSAA director seat. Mark gave a very good speech at the National delegate meeting. 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Newsletter: Chris Holenstein submitted Greenerside to GCSAA for award consideration. Government Relations: Mickey Stachowski gave report on progress made this year with GCSANJ working alongside the Alliance for Water Conservation in increasing the water allocation for golf courses from 50% of average use to 80% of monthly allocation. Golf: Shaun Barry reported on a successful season of golf/education meetings with 692 members and guests at­ tending. April - Sand Barrens GC; May - Colts Neck GC; June - Invitational at Hamilton Farms GC; July - Fairmont GC; August District meetings: I - Ballyowen GC, II - Mendham GC, III - Toms River GC, IV - Twisted Dunes GC; Septem­ oceangro Organic Granular Fertilizer 5-5-0 With 2% Calcium and 2% Iron An Economical Bulk Delivered Alternative low dust no bag disposal clean consistent size low salt—low burn potential free use of large volume spreader ber - Architects GC; October - Tavistock GC. Foundation: Currently has $37,000; awarded two scholarships in 2002. Benevolent: Reported on sickness and deaths within the GCSANJ family. Special Events: Paul Dotti reported that 120 attendees were at the GCSANJ Winter Seminar held at Shackamaxon GC in February 2002. Will hold 2003 Winter Seminar at Baltusrol GC - topic to be centered on water issues. Survey: 2003 salary/budget survey has begun with the results to be compiled and sent out in early winter 2003. Web Site: Thank you to Steve Kopach, our webmas­ ter. Assistant Superintendents: 68 golfers attended the tournament held at Maplewood GC in October. By-law: Proposed by-law changes were read by Bruce Peeples, followed by brief discussion, followed by a unani­ mous vote to approve the change. Awards: 25-year membership plaques to the following: Wayne Remo, CGCS; Jim Kelsey; Tom Crump, CGCS; Dave Lerner and Andrew Kiszonak. Glenn Miller and Mickey Stachowski shared Member of the Year Award. Foster, CGCS. GCSANJ Distinguished Service Award went to Albert Nominations: All for one-year term - Roger Stewart, CGCS, won election for GCSANJ secretary. Nominations for other officers were as follows: James McNally, Rock Spring Club, treasurer; Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Spring Lake GC, vice-president; John O’Keefe, CGCS, Preakness Hills CC, president. Membership was polled with no nay votes spoken. Cur­ rent secretary, Bruce Peeples, cast one vote each for the three people nominated - they are GCSANJ’s officers for 2003. With no Old or New Business, the meeting was ad­ journed by John O’Keefe, CGCS, at 1:30 p.m. 732-269-4500 Ex8331 OCUA.COM Respectfully submitted by Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Secretary, GCSANJ Center for Turfgrass Science Rutgers news RUTGERS AWARDS BANQUET GCSANJ Scholarship Chairman Gary Arlio is shown with Michael Laudato (left) and Peter Crowl the winners of this year's scholarship awards. Members of the Rutgers Class of 1962 (left to right): Joe Bianco, Bob Alonzi, Bob Dickison, Bill Gaydosh, Bob Ujobagy and Marty Futyma. Dr. Karen Plumley addresses the crowd at the 2002 Rutgers Awards Banquet. Audubon International receives award Audubon International has received a 2002 Most Valu­ able Pollution Prevention Award from the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable for its Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses. The Roundtable is the largest membership organization in the United States devoted solely to pollution prevention. “There were nearly three times as many applications this year. All of the award winners should feel proud that their project rose to the top of the group,” said Natalie Roy, executive director for the Roundtable. “I loved this project. Audubon International’s success with preventing pollution through private land managers, and golf courses specifically, is a wonderful addition to the list of this year’s winners.” Kevin Fletcher of Audubon International accepted the award in a ceremony at the Hart Senate Building in Washing­ ton, D.C. on September 18. Federal Environmental Execu­ tive John Howard and Charles M. Auer, director of EPA’s Office of Pollution Prevention & Toxics, assisted NPPR with presenting the awards. “It’s an honor to have the Roundtable recognize our ef­ There were nearly three times as many applications this year. All of the award winners should feel proud that their project rose to the top of the group. forts,” said Fletcher. “But most of all, it’s an honor to have thousands of members and volunteers dedicate themselves to preventing pollution on their properties. They are the ones who have really earned this award.” Contact http://www.audubonintl.org. How about some pollination? The United States Golf Association has a new book that aims to help golf course operators attract pol­ linator insects to their course. “Making Room for Native Pollinators: How to Create Habitat for Pollinator Insects on Golf Course,” as written by Matthew Shepherd, pollinator program director for the Xerces Society and is a result of a grant provided through the USGA’s Wildlife Links program. The Xerces Society is a nonprofit organization, based in Portland, Ore., dedicated to preserving the diversity of life through the conservation of invertebrates. With a target market of golf course superintendents, course officials and environmental consultants, it can be used to help them manage out-of-play areas on the golf course. Pollination, the transfer of pollen from one flower to an­ other, is a vital stage in the life cycle of flowering plants—88 percent of plant species rely on this critical process. Butter­ flies, beetles, flies and native bees are all valuable pollina­ tors. By taking some simple steps to establish patches of na­ tive wild flowers and nesting sites, golf courses can provide an important refuge for bees and other pollinating insects, which in turn helps maintain healthy plant communities. Conscientious management of out-of-play areas can provide excellent habitat for pollinator insects, as well as Conscientious management of out-of-play areas can provide excellent habitat for pollinator insects, as well as many other types of wildlife. many other types of wildlife. These guidelines help golf course superintendents plan and manage out-of-play areas for beneficial, pollinating insects. For more information contact the USGA Green Section, 908-234-2300. The book sells for $5 plus ship­ ping and handling, and can be obtained by calling in the USGA Order Department at 800-336-4446 or visiting http: //www.usgapubs.com. 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 meet all USGA recommendations. U.S. Silica is the name to trust for quality material and superior PROformance. For 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 From the archives This is the second of a three-article series on the subject of composting. It is interesting that in 1943, just as today, composting was coming back in fashion. This, of course, was due to the governments rationing of all petroleum-based products for the war effort. The author was a charter member of our Association and wrote the article for the April 1943 Greenkeeper Reporter. Editor The Old Compost Pile H. T. Isleib Spring Brook Country Club Morristown, N.J. The old compost pile of by-gone days is of necessity coming back into its own on many golf courses. The main reason in numerous cases for dropping com­ post as a square meal for fine turf was the “gasoline age.” Operating costs was another deciding factor, together with not being able to obtain reasonably clean topsoil. Advertis­ ing by fertilizer manufacturers and the salesmanship of their men out in the field had a large influence in the change. We have our cost records on disease control and weed eradication gathered during the years of topdressing with well made compost; also through the period of fertilizer mixed with a small quantity of soil and applied frequently; then the period when the fertilizer was mixed with larger quantities of good topsoil and applied in generous quantities at less frequent intervals. I believe it’s going to be tough sled­ ding to convince a man to give it up once he has gone back to the old compost pile for his turf feeding requirements. The definition of good compost will vary in the various sections of the country, but some active organic is required in its makeup to retain that name and reputation. Its two basic requirements are some active organic and good topsoil. To make a good compost, Ihe pile should be tested to determine its pH, whether it is light or heavy, and its re­ quirements as to phosphates and potash. Assuming that the test has found it heavy, it will be good procedure to start the pile by putting a layer of sand on top of the first layer of soil; spreading the necessary amounts of superphosphate and potash and lime on top of the sand; then the layer of manure. Carry this rotation on to the desired height of the pile. The quantity of lime, phosphate and potash required can be easily determined by using the quantity of topsoil in the layer as a base—and working out a table of quantities needed from amounts recommended on the acreage basis. It is well to allow some extra “for the crop”—as the old saying goes. To make a good compost, the pile should weather at Continues on page 20 The Perfect Fit. Maximize your irrigation potential by injecting Dispatch. 800-257-7797 www.aquatrols.com 1248 Sussex Turnpike, Unit A2 Randolph, Rd 07888 (873| 381-5843 * Fax (873| 885-1388 From the archives Continued from page 19 least a year and be turned at least once during that time. When the pile is again cut down, allow it to lie a few days to dry out. Run it through the mixer and get it under cover for future use. The longer it lies after going through the mixer the better it will be. Should it be a bit damp when needed, a small quantity of peat moss will help a lot to dry it up so that it will go through the spreader. Should fortune favor with spare ground where you can make your topsoil, the sand, lime, phosphate, potash and manure can be spread on a portion of it and worked up with a disc harrow. This has proved a labor saving for me in the past. You may say, "I have the topsoil patch, but where shall I get the manure?” Have you tried saving your clippings and getting them back to the shed to rot down in a heap? It takes little time to do this if you are using power greens mowers. Make a two-wheel cart, which can be hooked on the back of the truck. The mowers can be hauled around on this, and the clippings emptied into the body of the truck. When the men get back to the shed the clippings are dumped on the heap. You may say, have the topsoil patch, but where shall I get the manure?" Have you tried saving your clippings and getting them back to the shed to rot down in a heap? Late in the fall the heap will have rotted down enough to be spread and disced. After it has laid through the winter along with the sand, lime and fertilizers needed, come warm weather and a few discings or a plowing and you will have something to make the grass grow. No fooling! Join the Award Winning Greenerside Team WANTED The Greenerside is looking to fill the following positions. Cartoonist Humorist Gossip Columnist Political Satirist Novelist Poet Laureate Cub Reporter Photographer What special talents can you contribute? Experience not necessary. Contact Doug Vogel at 973-696-6495 or NEFVOGELKIDS@AOL.COM Earn PDI credits! Fiddlers Elbow CC hosts the Alliance for Environmental Concerns seminar The GCSANJ Board was well represented at the AEC seminar held at the Fiddlers Elbow CC. Left to right: Bruce Peeples, CGCS, Shaun Barry, Steve Chirip, Ed Mellor and Mickey Stachowski. GCSANJ members Tom Tuttle, CGCS, Angelo Petraglia and Ed Mellor take a break from the educational session at the AEC seminar. A lively roundtable discussion was a great way to end the AEC seminar. Winter Seminar not to be missed The GCSANJ 2nd Annual Winter Seminar will be held at the Baltusrol Golf Club on February 24, 2003. Education Chairman Paul Dotti and his committee have put together a rock solid program entitled “ Water- Use, Preservation and Conservation.” The featured speaker will be Dr. Keith Kamok of the University of Georgia. He will talk on Wetting Agents and Managing the Root Zone. Other noted speakers will be Dr. Jim Baird and Dave Oatis of the USGA, Jean MacKay of Audubon International, Dr. Jim Murphy of Rutgers University and Mark Kuhns CGCS of the Baltusrol G.C. For less than 18 cents a minute you get 9 hours of timely knowledge, breakfast, lunch, pesticide and GCSAA credits. Making the day even more informative will be table top displays of the latest and greatest products by local vendors. This all day affair will end with camaraderie and the exchange of information around the cash bar in the historic Baltusrol dining room. Look for the registration form in the mail. The better the cut . . . the better the putt! John Deere It all starts with a clean, straight cut and that's just what the John Deere 2500 Tri-Plex Greens Mower delivers. It's the "king of cuts". Designed and tested in cooperation with superintendents worldwide, it was engineered to give an exceptional quality of cut. 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DryJect, Axis Peter van Drumpt - Chris desGarennes - Chris Collins (732) 922-4743 EAST COAST SOD & SEED Bentgrass, Fine Fescue,Tall Fescue, Bluegrass Sod, Installation &Turfgrass Seed Kevin Driscoll (609) 760-4099 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 A T SALES ASSOCIATES, LTD. Sod Sales & Installation Chip Presendofer - Owen Regan (888) 442-2322, (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, Divot Mix, Cust. Mix 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 ♦ DAVISSON GOLF, INC. Distributor of U.S. Silica Sand, Liquid & Granular Fert.& Environmental Systems. Jeff Lacour-Tim Davisson (800)613-6888 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 EGYPT FARMS INC. Soils Steve Chirip - Dean Snyder - Dave Cammarota (800) 899-7645,(410) 335-3700 E/T EQUIPMENT CO. John Deere Golf &Turf/Sales & Service Dick Neufeld - Kevin Collins - Tom Fallacaro (914)271-6126 FERTL-SOIL TURF SUPPLY Golf Course Supplies,Topdressing & Divot Mixes Marty Futyma - Cathy Futyma-Brown (908) 322-6132 FINCH SERVICES INC. John Deere Golf & Turf Products Jon Barlok - Southern NJ. Fred Blaicher - Central NJ. Paul Brandon - Branch Manager (215) 661-0390 ♦ FISHER & SON CO. INC. Superior Products for The Turf & Horticultural Professional Al Phillips - (856) 478-6704 Randy Rider - (302) 242-6848 Mike Oleykowski - (609) 267-8041 (800) 262-2127 FLORATINE PRODUCTS GROUP Soil Analysis, Foliar & Soil Amendments Rich Hendrickson - (609) 714-1151 Eric Hanisko - (732) 841-2584 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 John Farrell (800) 532-0090 LEON'S SOD FARMS Sod Diane Leon (908)713-9496 LESCO, INC. Manufacturer and Supplier to the Green Industry Craig Lambert - (973) 663-3368 Greg Moran - 800-321-5325 Tim Reinagel - (800) 321-5325 WILFRED MacDONALD, INC. Turf Equipment Tim Kerwin - Chris Hunt - Mike Pelrine (888) 831-0891 RALPH McGILLAN EXCAVATING L.L.C. 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 CORP. SURFSIDE WETTING AGENTS Liquid, Granular, Pellets ZAP! Defoamer Bob Oechsle/Montco Products (800)401-0411 NATIONAL SEED Grass Seed & Seeding Supplies Ken Griepentrog - George Rosenberg - Barry Van Sant (732) 247-3100 ♦ THE NORTHEAST GOLF COMPANY Golf Course Design Robert McNeill, Golf Course Architect 732-747-1888 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, Golf Hole Targets,Turf Blankets Jim Kelsey (800) 247-2326,(908) 637-4191 PAVELEC BROS. GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION CO. INC. Golf Course Construction/Renovation Anthony Pavelec, Jr. (973)667-1643 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) 782-2714; Fax (908) 782-4131 STULL EQUIPMENT COMPANY Turf Equipment, Seed and Fertilizer Charlie McGill - Bob Fetzko (800) 724-1024 SYNGENTA PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS Chemical Manufacturer John Fowler - Lee Kozsey (610) 998-2896 TEE AND GREEN SOD INC. Sod Supply and Installation Owen Regan - David Wallace (401)789-8177 THE TERRE CO. OF NJ INC. Grass Seed, Fertilizer, Plants, Chemicals,Top Dressing Dennis DeSanctis, Jr. - Byron Johnson - Bob Schreiner - Pat O'Neill (973) 473-3393; Fax (973) 473-4402 + TUCKAHOE SAND & GRAVEL CO. INC. Golf Course Maintenance & Construction Material, Bunker Sands, Root Zone Mixes, USGA Gravels Lorenzo Romano - Ron Carusi - George McRoberts (800) 922-7263; Fax (609) 861-3671 TURF PRODUCTS CORPORATION Golf Course Supplier Buddy Rizzio - Ron Lake - Jim Dempsey (973) 263-1234 TURFNET/THE GOLFWEEK GROUP Publications, 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. Golf Course Supplies Bob Lippman,Jr.- Bob Lippman,Sr.- Dave Lippman (845) 621 -5067; Fax (845) 621-7180 ♦ New Patrons for 2003 PENNINK ARRIMOUR GOLF INC. Golf Course Construction, Renovation & Irrigation Tom Ristau - Rick Shriver, Irrigation - Brian Ruhl (215)914-2490; Fax (215)914-2493 ♦ PHILADELPHIA TURF CO. Toro Equipment & Irrigation Thomas Drayer - Frank Shuman (215)345-7200 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 - Keith Haines - Chuck Reynolds (800) 222-1065, Ext. 16 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. Sand, Stone, Soil Supplier Wes Perrine - Adam Geiger (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 KOONZ Sprinkler Supply, Inc. Irrigation supplier to the Golf Course Superintendent No one knows irrigation like Koonz 800-772-8486 RAIN BIRD GREEN-RELEAF 39 Waverly Avenue, P.O. Box 55 Springfield, NJ 07081