GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY Vol. 8 No. 5 September-October 1985 The 1985 GCSANJ Invitational —A Premier Event The 1985 GCSANJ Invitational is being held at the Green Brook Country Club, North Caldwell, New Jersey. Al Caravella, golf course superintendent, will host thirty-six GCSANJ superintendents who will team with their golf professional, greens chairman and club official to form a four-man team. This four-man team will challenge for the first overall team trophy, play­ ing a four-man best ball format. In addition to the first place trophy, there will be prizes for second, third, and fourth places. Also there will be two- man best ball prize awarded to low team of superintendent/professional. The emphasis of the day is golf. This tournament brings together the people who are the core of the golf course organization. It is an oppor­ tunity for them to display their golfing prowess; it is an opportunity to enjoy the sporting pleasures of a golf match; more importantly it offers each partici­ pant a rare chance to meet on common turf. It will create the need for teamwork. Hopefully, it will ignite many creative ideas that can be implemented in the future. In participating in an event of this caliber the superintendent can be proud of his involvement in the GCSANJ; he acknowledges his esteem for his peers; he initiates interest in himself as a professional. The Green Brook golf course was designed by Robert White, a native Scot born in St. Andrews, who emigrated to the United States in 1894. Mr. White served as the first president of the PGA, and was a founding father of the Ameri­ can Society of Golf Course Architects. During his career he was active in New Jersey; designing Colonia Country Club, Harkers Hollow, Lake Hopatcong, and Manasquan River Golf and Country Club. In 1919 he remodelled six holes at Echo Lake. In addition to Robert White’s work at Green Brook, Donald Ross, renowned architect, contributed his talent in re­ designing some holes and more recently Rees Jones did some redesign work. Al Caravella, golf course superintendent, has continued making improvements. He designed and installed the new green traps at #4. He did extensive remodel­ ling on #5; blasting a new green approach, constructing a stone wall near the tee, and adding new greens traps. Green Brook will present to the golfers a distinct combination of flat and rolling terrain; the elevated tees throughout the course will lead the golfer into the narrow contoured fair­ ways, from which the compact greens offer a difficult target. There will be a number of holes that are a distinct chal­ lenge to the golfer: #16 green with its punch bowl green; #8 a 210 yard par 3; two tough par 4’s, #11 & 12 back to back; #17 with the threat of water; and #3 a par 5 with excellent shot values. Al Caravella, our host, noted that he will tailor the course preparation to the spirited play of most superintendents. It will be fair and challenging for everyone. Al and his assistant Frank Caravella have combined their years of experience to produce a finely tuned golf course for this premier tournament.« Cover photos: Entrance to Green Brook Country Club, #5 holeho,l e,# #198 h ole. e c a P . M n a s u S : s o t o h P EDITORIALS EDUCATION VS. APATHY Is our association, the GCSANJ, loaded with apathy or is there an undetected silent movement to improve our professional status? Are we satisfied with having our monthly golf meetings or will we demand and respond to an in depth education pro­ gram. Higher education goals will raise our standards that translate into higher salaries, long term benefits and professional security. The people entrusted with our direction are the officers and directors of the GCSANJ. They need our input to effect, plan and implement those programs that contribute to our development as professionals. Contact the district directors and officers to offer your suggestions, opinions, and thoughts on how we can foster the improvement of the GCSANJ. Let us hear from everyone. We have the potential to bean active, vibrant association. Let’s get moving! DROUGHT QUESTION This current drought situation raises one major question in my mind. Why are some golf courses under mandatory restrictions as a nonessential user? We are essential to the people who are employed at golf courses; we are essential to the economic investment in the establishment and maintenance of golf facilities; and most importantly we are essential to the turfgrass that needs water to survive. As an integral part of the golf industry we must contribute our expertise to help develop a comprehensive drought policy that can be presented to the NJ DEP. It must be a detailed plan that demonstrates to the DEP our willingness to reduce usage during the various stages of a drought emergency. But the DEP must under­ stand we can’t be cut back drastically during the early phases of a drought emergency. This year has been frustrating for superintendents under drought restrictions. There probably has been enough rainfall to keep the grass alive but not enough allow­ able irrigation time to save the grass during a severe stress. We are willing to share the burden, but it must be equitable. RESEARCH Research is the topic of the year in our industry. There are mid-year shows to raise money for research; there are golf tournaments for turf-grass research; there may even be a telethon for turf-grass research. Are we, the golf course superintendents, going to benefit from all this research? Are golf course superintendents involved in the decisions where this research money is directed? Hopefully there is some gain from our contribution. As an industry will we see the gains from all the research? Are the gains significant? Are the research projects coor­ dinated to avoid duplication? Do golf associations check with each other before committing to a research project? Are the universities, the recipients of all this re­ search, equipped to handle long term research projects? I hope this “year of the research” can be productive and the results filter down to the grass roots. I would like to add my wish list to the growing number of research projects. 1. A permanent drought resistant bent grass fairway turfgrass that is also disease and insect resistant. This bent grass would be mowed at 3/8” and not produce clippings; especially early in the morning. It would retain a bright green hue throughout the day, even under the glare of television. And golfers would play off it without complaint. 2. I think it is time to revolutionize pesticide application equipment. Let’s do away with the tank and boom and develop equipment that is safe, easy to calibrate and “fool-proof”. There must be a better way: Robotics. 3. A unit that will clean and replace sand in traps. (It could be a best seller). WATER WATCH RAINFALL LEVELS* RESERVOIR LEVELS* ACCUMULATED ANNUAL RAINFALL N.J. STATEWIDE AVERAGE COMBINED TOTALS OF NORTH EASTERN N.J. RESERVOIRS Editors Note: We are introducing a different format consisting of fourteen pages for this issue. The calendar (pg. 12) is perforated for handy use. GCSANJ Newsletter is published six times a year by the Golf Course Super­ intendents Association of NJ, P.O. Box 231, New Brunswick, NJ 08903. Jim Gilligan, Editor Ed Walsh, Editor Emeritus Ken Kubik, Special Projects Please address inquiries to the Editor, P.O. Box 143, Skillman, NJ 08558. Art and Typography by Baches Graphics, Hopewell, New Jersey © 1985 The Greenerside GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY Cook College - Rutgers University Box 231, New Brunswick, NJ 08903 Officers: Bob Ribbans, CGCS, President Wayne Foster, Vice President Bob Matthews, CGCS, Secretary Wayne Ballinger, CGCS, Treasurer Bob Dickison, CGCS, Past President Directors: District 1 Jo-Ann Ward Joe Kennedy District 2 Jeff Drake Chris Gaynor Executive Director: Dr. Henry Indyk District 3 Dave Pease Charlie Edgar District 4 John Boyer Len Forlenza Opinions expressed on this page are the opinions of the authors and do not express the opinions or policies of the GCSANJ board and membership. CONTENTS GCSANJ Invitational............. Editorials................................. Willet Wilt.............................. Letters................................... GCSANJ Meetings.................. X-Editor................................. GCSAA Scholarship Comm. . Summer Vacation.................. Computers.............................. Pine Valley.............................. Back-9...................................... Calendar................................. Patrons................................... 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10,11 12 13 2 September-October 340 Main Avenue Clifton, N.J. 07014 201-471-0244 TURF EQUIPMENT SPECIALISTS Jacobsen Turf and Commercial Tractors, Gang Mowers, Greens Mowers, Sweepers, Aerators, Blowers, and Seeders. Cushman Turf Trucksters, Spik- ers, Top Dressers, and Sprayers. National and Howard, Mowers. Smithco, Giant-Vac, Broyhill Gravely Products. Harley-Davidson Golf Cars. Ed Lott, Ed Rockhill, Jim Pelrine, Bill Luthin. Late summer brings a decrease in a greens crew’s enthusiasm and productivity, and an increase in tardiness and no-shows. This has spawned a wealth of excuses for why a crew member was late or didn’t bother to show up at all. One of the best excuses I have heard for being late was that the worker did not have an alarm clock, but planned to get one when he got a real job. Another fellow was late for work because no one would pick him up hitch-hiking the way he dressed for work. A young worker’s excuse for not coming to work one day was that he thought he might have a cold and he did not think it was a good idea that he work up a sweat. Another fellow did not show up for work on Monday because he had suddenly “taken drunk” over the weekend. A worker called in sick from a concussion he had suffered when he walked into an airplane wing. A real strong excuse for being a no-show was because he was in jail—but you have to admit he was dedicated enough to call. This excuse is a real beauty—“We no come when it rains.” Heaven help the super­ intendent if the sun comes out! And, if you really want to sparse crew the next day, just announce that there is a member-guest tournament. Willet Wilt’s new book is now avail­ able. It is entitled, What to do 'til the Crew Shows Up. Reserve your copy from Ken Kubik, Mt. Freedom, NJ. If you have any topic requests for Willet Wilt, send them to Ken Kubik, P.O. Box 336, Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970. Quote of the Day “Two wrongs do not make a right, but three rights make a left.” L E T T E R S July 29, 1985 Mr. Richard Dewling Deputy Commissioner of Environmental Protection P.O. Box CN 402 Trenton, NJ 08625 Dear Mr. Dewling: On behalf of New Jersey's golf courses that are effected by the DEP drought regulations, I would like to petition the Water Task Force to have the restrictions lifted or, eased as of September 1st for watering of fairways. All of these golf courses lost turf because of the water regulations and are planning to reseed during Sep­ tember. The water will be needed to germinate the seed and grow the young grass. Since the days are shorter, the nights cooler and the general weather conditions more favorable for growing grass, a great amount of water is not needed but some water is necessary to keep the seed and soil moist. This year the supply of bentgrass seed is very low and many varie­ ties are sold out. With a cost of $5.00 for a pound of seed and the supply problem it is very important that we have the needed water to insure the maximum germination and growth of our seeding efforts. Because of a lack of water on fairways this summer we will see an increase in crabgrass and other weeds on the fairways in the coming years if, a good stand of turf isn't established this September. It is the hope of the New Jersey Golf Course Superintendents that the water restrictions that were placed on our golf courses can justify turf loss and the costs in reestablishing the grass. The weather this year has not been too severe, not many days over ninety degrees and frequent rains. Yet we have seen considerable turf loss. What can New Jersey's golf courses expect when we have high temperatures along with prolonged dry spells? We feel that there must be a fairer and more equible way to regulate water for New Jersey's golf courses than with your present rules. I would appreciate your reply before the third week in August. It will take a couple of weeks to notify the effected golf courses of any change in regulations. Robert dickison, CGCS GCSANJ KOONZ WILLIAM F. KOONZ President WILLIAM F. KOONZ, Jr. General Manager WILLIAM HOWELL Director of Sales Master Distributors for RAIN BIRD, WEATHERMATIC and HUNTER Sprinkler Equipment We maintain a complete inventory of pipe, fittings and repair clamps. Call us for all your irrigation requirements. KOONZ Sprinkler Supply, Inc. Springfield, New Jersey 07081 39 Waverly Avenue (201) 379-9314 Specialists in Golf Course Irrigation Design The Greenerside 3 FARMSTEAD The twenty-third of July emerged clear and cool in the midst of a typical New Jersey summer. The promises of fall were realized at Farmstead Golf and Country Club nestled in the hills of a northwest county. This beautiful golf course conceived and built by Byron Phoebus and now managed by his son, Bob, hosted the member and guests of the GCSANJ for a sparkling day of golf. Their cordiality extended into early evening with cooling drinks and hearty food. (All this and no jackets and ties). A perfect day for golf course superintendents to relax and enjoy a game of golf unhindered by the threat of calamity at their home course. At dinner a special guest of Henry Indyk was introduced, Peter McNaughton, a turf- grass traveler from Australia. Pete was in his fifth week of a seven week world tour. Tom Murphy, Flanders Valley, was pre­ sented an Award of Merit from Bob Rib- bans for his outstanding work in preparing Flanders for the USGA Women’s Amateur Public Links championship. Mr. Arthur Weber, Old Westbury, Chair­ man of the MGA Greens Committee spoke briefly on the objectives of the committee. He emphasized the role of the committee as coordinator between golf course superin­ tendents and greens chairman. He also spoke of their work in developing a handbook for chairman, working technical bulletins, con­ ducting seminars and most importantly directing the local research in this metro­ politan area. Gene Westmoreland, Assistant Executive Director and Tournament Director of the MGA, spoke clearly about golf courses that were being rated and outlined some changes in course ratings. Some factors included reducing the role of distance and enlarging other factors such as green speed, roll on fairways, dog-legs and other obstacles to arrive at a consistent “degree of difficulty”. Gene mentioned the SLOPE Handicap System will be used in 1986. This system is designed to handicap golfers equitably. He also reminded the superintendents to remain current on all new rule changes; also to keep hazard markers and O.B. stakes visible. In all a pleasant day. Golf scores on page 10. 4 September-October Hopewell Valley—No Water cross your mind and a couple kept reoc­ curing in Nat’s mind: 1) finding it hard to accept the loss of the grass 2) worried that other golf courses under similar restrictions might be watering illegally. It has been a difficult summer for all superintendents who had to struggle under restrictions and it is a tribute to them for the fine work they have produced under unequal conditions. Hopewell Valley Golf Club the scene of this years August membership meeting lies within the confines of Hopewell Township, a bucolic land that counts as one of its im­ mediate neighbors the Delaware River. It is for this reason that Nat Binns, Hopewell Valley golf course superintendent, has had to endure a summer of water restrictions exactly like his counterparts in North Jersey (low reservoir supply); coastal Jersey (salt water intrusion into the aquifier); southern Jersey (salt water front moving up the Delaware River). Nat’s course went on restriction in May when the Delaware River Basin Commission went to a drought emergency status because of the low flows in the river. At present (9/3/85) the flow at Trenton is 3,620 cubic feet per second. 4,270 cubic feet per second is normal at this time of year. During this drought crisis the main con­ cern has centered around the grass and will to survive. What happens to the person responsible during a crisis like this? The first question we posed to Nat was, “Were you tempted to water the fairways?” His answer, “All the time.” It was tough for Nat to handle the re­ strictions since the previous year he had spent considerable time and money reno­ vating the fairways and then seeing all this work die. You become frustrated, short tempered, edgy and impatient. You have to maintain an open profile with the member­ ship, make them understand the severity of the crisis and keep a sense of humor. Nat said his work load increased even with no water. During this period, DEP helicopters rou­ tinely flew over the course monitoring his adherence to the restrictions. Nat had met earlier with the State Police to review with them the drought guidelines. He was visited twice by the State Police during the summer and questioned him regarding his adherence to the guidelines. During a time like this many thoughts DON’T GET CRABBY USE— ROCKLAND’S BETASAN LIQUID BETASAN 7G or 12G Granular BETASAN/Fertilizer Combo Available from your local golf course supplier Rockland Chemical Co., Inc. BOX 809, WEST CALDWELL, N.J. 07006 (201) 575-1322 Thoughts from the X-Editor What’s happening to our association? I am sure many of us have asked ourselves this question the past few years. We have an association that many of us continue member­ ship in because we feel obligated, but how many of us cannot offer valid reasons for our involvement. It is not unusual to find jobs open in the state that are not listed through our association. Nor is it unusual to find a prospec­ tive new member who has never been contacted or who has received a membership application but can find no one to authorize it. What is the percentage of board meetings that never took place because of lack of attendance? How many pertinent issues were not discussed because of quorum could not be reached? This certainly sounds like it is criticism and although I have always been considered a controversial individual, I think the criticism is justifiable. We have a district concept that has never worked. Half of our board members seem to have the attitude that they are only taking the position because no one else will. If this is progress, than my idea of progress is wrong. My intention is not to point a finger at anyone, but to point a finger at everyone. Some of us older superintendents take the attitude that we have done our part and it is up to the new people to become involved. Examine both of these responses and I am sure you will find neither are valid. I feel it is time that we give strong consideration to abandoning our district concept. What we need is the best people available. The people who want to do the job and put in the time. And, finally, to give strong consideration to developing two separate associations within our state. District 4 is a proven commodity. They are well organized and seem to posses quality leadership but do not patronize state-wide events or meetings. As a District 1 member, I can recall many meetings in the southern part of our state that were better attended by District 1 members than by local district members. This has been discussed many times in private but I think it is time now to discuss it publicly. Our association is in limbo and it will benefit no one if it stays there. We must obtain a leadership position in the golf industry in the state of New Jersey. We have been too inconsistent with that position in the past and must recognize the need for consistency in the future. I will make the personal commitment to get involved if my involvement will be a positive step for our future. I do not suggest I have all the answers, nor do I think any one individual does, but we must show more interest and dedication towards respon­ sibilities of our professional association, or we will all find ourselves losing face in our industry in the state of New Jersey. I happen to love the business that I have chosen for my profession and I only want to see my business and my professional image improve. I am certain my feelings are shared by the majority of my peers. Let us get ourselves back on track. We have everything to gain but equally everything to lose. Ed Walsh, CGCS American Mech Tech Inc. Vertical Turbine Horizontal • End Suction In-Line Pumps Sales and Service Stocking Distributor for Peerless Pumps With our modern shop facility we can overhaul your pumps, deisel engines and air compressor regardless of make, type or age. Peter J. 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Dewling, DEP Drought Coor­ dinator, replied to a letter Bob Dickinson, GCSANJ Governmental Relations Chair­ man, wrote in July requesting extended irrigation areas. “It is my opinion that Administrative Order No. 5 would include the sloped, bent-grass, approach areas as an integral part of the “greens.” I base this on the fact that they are mowed and maintained in a manner similar to the “green and tee” areas. Also, the intent of the regu­ lations was to restrict water use at golf courses, while at the same time pro­ tecting the delicate “play areas.” Mr. Dickinson, this definition is lim­ ited to the front approach areas only, a distance of approximately 25-30 yards, and does not include any fairway areas. Also, this clarification does not change any of the time sequences allowed for watering.” REMINDER GCSANJ Field Day Tuesday, October 1, 1985 Rutgers University GOOD NEWS FROM OREGON! Fifty percent more Penncross seed will be available, from this year’s harvest. Bill Rose, President Tee-Z-Green Corpora­ tion in Hubbard, Oregon, spoke to the editor and stated his optimism for an excellent harvest year of Penncross. The 1985 crop being harvested had been projected at 450 pounds per acre. But early harvested acreage has produced 510 and 700 pounds per acre respec­ tively. The Oregon weather has been cooperative for seed production. There has been no rain to damage the seed during harvest. Penneagle, as it did in 1984, is also producing a good crop in 1985. It is predicted this years harvest of Penncross and Penneagle will be 50% more greater than 1984. The demand for creeping bentgrass is great. More golf courses, in the temperate climates, are maintaining bentgrass fairways, thus the demand is greater. 6 September-October GCSAA SCHOLARSHIP AND RESEARCH COMMITTEE The Scholarship and Research Committee of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America is an advisory panel to the Executive Board, and is chaired by Director Gerald L. Faubel, CGCS Saginaw Country Club Michigan. There are nine regional committee members, of which I am one, responsible for various geographic regions of the country. My region encompasses Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and the New England States with a total of twenty-two local GCSAA chapter offiliates. SCHOLARSHIP: The primary objective of the committee in scholarship is to determine the best and brightest turf management students who are interested in pursuing a career as a golf course superintendent. Students will be awarded scholarships based on financial need; need will be determined by The College Scholarship Services Company, an independent firm. It is our goal that the scholarship program will be supported by local chapters and that more funds can be raised. RESEARCH: The GCSAA has agreed to support major research work undertaken by the USGA Research Committee. The ultimate goal of this joint partnership is to reduce maintenance costs and water usage by fifty percent over the next ten years. A major objective of this combined effort is to concentrate on major problems and not to compete with local associations focusing on regional problems. Another objective is to avoid duplication of research efforts, the USGA Research Committee hopes to provide direction and organization for major turfgrass research. The USGA has expended about $400,000 annually for turf research since the com­ mittee was formed. This year at the U.S. Open GCSAA President, Gene Boston, presented a check for $12,000 (representing $2.00 for each GCSAA member) to the USGA for turfgrass research. A contribution to the GCSAA Scholarship and Research program is an investment in your future and the future of the game. We must protect our future and demonstrate long-term committment to our profession through increased support of the GCSAA Scholarship and Research Fund. Gerald B. 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But without the benefit of a detailed survey it is hard to estimate how many of us do take some extended time, not just weekends, during the season. Don’t begin to think of a summer vaca­ tion without the following prerequisites: 1. Infallible irrigation system. 2. A loyal assistant golf course superintendent. 3. Complete confidence of green chair­ man or immediate supervisor. 4. Turf in good shape before you leave. 5. Go far enough away so you can’t return in less than eight hours. 6. The ability not to worry 7. The resistance to make a phone call to check with your assistant. 8. Do vacation with another super­ intendent and his family. 9. Don’t visit other golf courses on vacation. 10. Don’t read the weekly weather reports back home. 11. Let your family see you relaxed in July or August. 12. Be active on vacation; fish, swim, play tennis, boating, sun-bathing, (even that tan—but don’t burn). 13. Go to bed early so you can rise early and enjoy the whole day. 14. Come home rested mentally and physically. 15. When you return don’t question your assistant too much—they will eventually tell you everything. From this synopsis I hope you have realized that I have taken a weeks’ vaca­ tion, (in August no less). We travelled about 600 miles south to Long Beach, Brunswick County, North Carolina, a small summer community located about twenty miles south-west of Cape Fear, North Carolina, and about 50 miles north of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in the heart of Hurricane Alley. During the treatise I have already broken some of my rules, but there is one (#8) that I think is one of the most important. I have had the good fortune to be a close friend with a fine man and respected golf super­ intendent, George Thompson, Country Club of North Carolina. We were class-mates at Stockbridge and have remained close as our families have multiplied and grown and even as George has moved south from the cool Berkshires of Massachusetts, to the confines of Maryland, to the sandhills of North Carolina. During this short vacation, George has supplied a wealth of southern greenskeeping techniques that are strange and intriguing to me, a northern superintendent. His bentgrass greens survive a semi- tropical climate through the use of irriga­ tion, chemical control and continuing renovation. Spraying is a daily chore, spray rigs are constantly on the move during periods of extreme temperatures that reach the high 90’s and only recede at night to the low 80’s. A paradox is that all the spraying is only done on the bent greens; the Bermuda grass is free of disease during the summer, though it is plagued by insects, especially unseen nematodes and the threat each spring of the dreaded winter-kill. As this is written we are violating rule #9 and planning a visit to a new golf course and land development on an adjoining is­ land near Cape Fear. The superintendent has generously offered us a tour during his busy schedule to review this course built on North Carolina’s only sub-tropical island. It is a visit I couldn’t resist. Sterilized Top Dressing EGYPT FARMS EXCLUSIVE ! All top dressing ingredients are thoroughly mixed and sterilized by indirect heat in our special process. The sand particles are actually coated with a mixture of top soil and peat humus for a completely homogenous mixture that will not sepa­ rate during handling and spreading. 301-335-3700 Egypt Farms top dressing is formulated especially for the transition zone to specifications recommended by the United States Golf Association, Texas A&M, Penn State, North Carolina, and the University of Maryland. Many years of research and testing by these leading universities have produced a soil mixture for superior growth; to maintain the best balance of percolation; to resist compaction; for good aeration; and for the retention of usable water and nutrients in the growing medium. 'Green and tee construction materials & mixes conforming to U.S.G.A. specs are also available. Distributed by Metro-Milorganite, Inc. (914) 769-7600 Wagner Seed Co., Inc. (516) 293-6312 The Terre Co. (201)473-3393 Has this been a vacation or a learning experience? I hope I have managed to com­ bine both. I think it has. I have been relaxed; I have enjoyed the swimming; the sun and sand; and a trip to Myrtle Beach, a com­ bination of Coney Island and the Sunset Strip, with almost forty golf courses in the area. Even the miniature golf courses have superintendents. The seafood down here is fresh off the boat. I have learned to measure and price shrimp for the best buy. I have enjoyed the culinary habits of Jackie Thompson who has mastered the art of preparing all the varieties of seafood abundant along the coastline whether George catches it or not. Most importantly, this vacation has allowed me to be with my family unin­ terrupted by concerns of dollar spot, wilt, broken reels, cracked pipes, weeds, ball- marks and voices protesting the whine of rotary mowers. P.S. I am looking forward to returning to work. Jim Gilligan J E P Sales Inc. Specialists in TURF MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT Jacobsen John Bean Bunton Gravely Yazoo E-Z Go National Smithco (609) 585-2300 211 Yardville-Hamilton Sq. Rd. P.O. Box 11126 Yardville, N.J. 08620 The Greenerside 7 COMPUTERS— FIDDLER’S ELBOW COUNTRY CLUB In the fall of 1983 we converted our irriga­ tion system to a Toro automatic system. Because of its potential a IBM PC was in­ stalled as the central controller for the Toro VT3 Video System. Since the initial phases of operation in 1983 the computer has been utilized to control all components of the irrigation system. Every function to date has been very satisfactory. Some of the advantages of the computer are that it is simple to operate; superinten­ dents have complete control of all irrigation programs; computer irrigation programming offers more flexibility and accuracy; and it is very reliable. In addition to using the computer as a central controller for the irrigation system, I have started using the computer in other areas of the operation of the club. These other computer functions include: 1. Budget Format and Preparation 2. Budget Tracking-comparison of ac­ 3. Equipment—Inventory and Depre­ 4. Pesticide Records—Inventory and 5. Fertilizer-Inventory and applica­ tual to budget ciation schedules Usage records tion records 6. Personnel—employee personal rec­ ords, work schedules 7. Payroll—At the present time is com­ puterized and handled by outside services 8. Gasoline usage records 9. Equipment Maintenance and Parts Inventory 10. Progress Reports 11. Water use records and reports 12. Maintenance schedules The software selected for FECC was LOTUS 1 2 3. This software provides us with a spreadsheet, does mathematical func­ tions, financial functions, file operations, printing functions, creates and displays graphs, data management and much more. Summary—Before deciding to install a com­ puter as an irrigation component understand the various tasks it can perform and it will be a worthwhile investment. A computer is nothing more than another tool used in the maintenance of the golf course. It may or may not fit into every operation and that decision would have to be made by indivi­ dual clubs. Dave McGhee 8 September-October Computers! Who Needs One? ... Maybe You Do. A personal computer is a machine that handles a lot of information very quickly. The information can be words, numbers, or graphic images. The computer can easily handle this information by means of sorting, calculating, displaying, and storing data. Anything you would normally do with in­ formation, your computer can do faster. I bought a personal computer after doing a great deal of research. I went to several stores and studied the software as well as the computers before deciding to purchase an Apple 2E personal computer. The Apple 2E is neither the cheapest nor the most ex­ pensive computer on the market. Along with the software (programs that perform a specific function) the purchase of this com­ puter has fulfilled all my needs and applica­ tions for both business and home. Below I have listed a few of the many uses of a personal computer. Entertainment—I have choosen a couple of games that were specifically selected for my children. These games are geared to­ wards improving there minds and imagina­ tions as well as strengthening their motor skills. There are thousands of different soft­ ware programs on the market. Education—Our computer has been used in a variety of different educational applica­ tions. Wether you are learning math, French, history, or typing, these programs allow you to learn at your own pace. Programs range from question-and-answer drills to loose creative exercises. Many of these pro­ grams also include drills similar to arcade games to encourage comprehension. Paperwork and Business Applications—When it comes to handling reams of information, the computer can’t be beat. It functions as an endless supply of paper, file cabinets, and a calculator rolled into one. With a spread­ sheet you can change one figure in a budget and the rest will automatically change. The ability to ask “what if?” and see immediate results has obvious time-saving benefits. The computer is equally adept at setting up a filing system, and allows you to cross- reference data in any number of ways for easy recall. Word processing software allows you to type documents into the computer, then correct, change, or amend to your heart’s content. The business application includes word processing and spreadsheets but there are also many business specific software. Accounting software, inventory systems, and order processing are just a few of the specialized types of programs used in business. If your not sure about whether or not a computer is right for you check your local library. Most libraries have a computer avail­ able to the public as well as good computer reference material. I am certainly not an expert computer operator but I do have a variety of software, peripherals, and reference material. If you have any questions please feel free to call me at home (215-675-7761) or at work (215-672-9274). Ron Olsen DO YOU KNOW THE RULES OF GOLF? SITUATION: In stroke play, a player’s ball comes to rest on the apron of a putting green. A sprinkler head on the putting green interferes on the player’s line of play. The player lifts and places the ball in the nearest position to where it lay, not nearer the hole, so that the obstruction does not interfere. □ A. The player has proceeded correctly. □ B. The player is required to drop the ball and not place it. □ C. The player is not entitled to relief. CORRECT CHOICE: C. The player is entitled to relief, for interference with his line of play, only if his ball is on the putting green. RULES 24-2a and 24-2b (iii) Courtesy: Metropolitan Golf Association Pine Valley Visit Gerald B. Fountain On Monday, August 12th, District III mem­ bers, Wayne Ballinger, Bob Matthews, Gene Mack, Ron Luepke, Greg Davidson, Shaun Barry, and Gerald Fountain were guests of Dick Bator for a Walker Cup preview of Pine Valley Golf Club. The group arrived at 2:30PM and was met shortly by Bator, fresh in from syringing #4 green. Introductions were made and Dick spent a few minutes giving a brief history of his program since arriving at Pine Valley in January, 1983. He explained: “When I came here I made an assessment of the course and what I thought should be done for the Walker Cup. I was given complete support and freedom to implement my program. To give an idea of the commitment Pine Valley made to this tournament my first year capital purchases totaled nearly $450,000. We trenched around all fairways, tees, and greens and installed roofing flashing as a barrier against root encroachment. Fairways have been aerified twenty-three (23) times and greens and tees six (6) times in three years to break down a thick layer of thatch. An arborist was hired to thin tree growth selectively to allow better light penetration and air circulation. We discovered infesta­ tions of several types of nematodes which have been brought to manageable levels by multiple treatments of nematicide. Heights of cut were lowered on all areas so that we are now cutting tees at 1/4” with walkers; fairways at 3/8” with triplexes and greens at 7/64” with walkers. Greens are verticut bi­ weekly and lightly top dressed monthly. Po­ tassium sulfate is applied monthly to all turf areas for a total of 8# of potash per 1,000 square feet per season. So far this season, greens have 4/10#N/M2, fairways have 4/10#N/M2, and tees have about 2.0#N/M2. We have used about $70,000 in fungicides alone, so far this season. Greens speeds average 10.5 with slopes about 15 or 16. Several of these greens were redesigned by Perry Maxwell in 1933 and are very undulating, much like those at Augusta National Golf Club which was also done by Maxwell in 1937. We do a lot of syringing to cool the plants and hold the high spots. There are two wilt patrol units set up here. One 5-man group handles 4 greens each and the other 9-man crew handles two fairways each. My section is greens 1-4. We have set up a two-minute drill to mobilize both units during the tournament. These guys are the best “pit crew” you’ll ever see.” Someone asked about drought restric­ tions. “We’ve had fourteen inches of rain since May and with syringing that’s about enough water.” The group then boarded carts for a 4 1/2 hour tour stopping at most every tee, fair­ way, and green. As we went along Dick pointed out projects and areas in play that had been cleared of undergrowth and trees. Our two biggest accomplishments have been the restoration of the original character of the layout through removal of a great deal of brush and tree growth and the improvement of turf quality to year round tournament conditions. In the process of removing the undergrowth we discovered nearly 100 bunkers that had been lost to vegetation. Dick Bator was very generous so near tournament time to conduct this tour. He expressed appreciation for the support of his club membership during the three-year renovation and tournament preparation of Pine Valley and for the support of his 25-man crew, all of whom have worked 70-80 hours a week for three seasons. But it has been worth it. Golf Magazine recent­ ly announced Pine Valley as the #1 golf course in the world! Congratulations Dick and “Thanks.” INDOOR & OUTDOOR MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT CUSHMAN JOHN DEERE BROUWER BROYHILL VICON GIANT VAC BROOKS & PERKINS HAKO/MINUTEMAN STAR MR. AIR Double Eagle EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. 285 Dayton-Jamesburg Road Dayton, New Jersey 08810 (201) 329-9292 Turfgrass Survey In 1983 there were 25,717 acres of fine turf- grass covering 227 golf courses within the boundaries of NJ. These facts are a sample of the information available on the NJ turf- grass industry as presented in the recently released “An Economic Survey of NJ Turf­ grass 1983,” published by the Department of Agricultural Economics and Marketing, Cook College, Rutgers Univ. The authors are A. Turner Price, Daniel Rossi, Putnam Dhillon and McKinley Harley. The survey is divided into the eleven major turfgrass sectors of the state ranging from home lawns to cemeteries to highways to golf courses. There are twenty-seven tables listing all sectors’ acreage, annual maintenance costs, equipment inventories, and employment figures. The survey is particularly impor­ tant because it gives us the data base to strengthen our argument with the NJDEP regarding the importance of our industry to the economics of the state. The report is now available in the com­ plete version for five dollars and will soon be available in a colorful condensed version in October, free of charge. Copies may be purchased through the auspices of Henry Indyk’s office. R TA P A C . E TOP-DRESSING OURS F C OL G AMERICA'S PREMIUM TOP-DRESSING HEAT TREATED AVAILABLE IN BULK OR BAGS DISTRIBUTED IN NJ. BY: FARM & GOLF COURSE SUPPLY HOWARD SCOTT, 215-483-5000 FISHER & SON CO. FRANK FISHER, 215-644-3300 GRASS ROOTS TURF PRODUCTS KEN KUBIK, 201-361-5943 GREEN HILL TURF SUPPLY JIM ROACH, 201-938-7007 PRO-LAWN PRODUCTS ANDY MULICK, 201-967-9124 INGRID KERN, 215-750-1732 TURF PRODUCTS CORP. ERNIE RIZZIO, 201-263-1234 The Greenerside 9 CHIP SHOTS John Schoellner has taken over the responsi­ bilities of General Manager at Essex County Country Club since this spring. Jim Smythe has retired as Grounds Manager at the County College of Morris and has formed a company that maintains ponds and the like for algae and weeds. Jim had been in the commercial end of the golf course business previous to his employment at the County College. Bob Phoebus has taken over the complete ownership of the Farmstead Golf & Country Club in Andover. This is owned, designed and built by the Phoebus family. Gambler’s Ridge Golf Club, Cream Ridge, had its opening day in May. Gary Cameron is the Superintendent of this facility. Cradle Roll: A baby girl, Amanda, was born to Mary Justine and Armand LeSage in June. Armand is the Superintendent at White Beeches Golf & Country Club. A baby boy, Patrick Ryan, was born to Sharon and Tim McAvoy in July. Tim is the Superintendent at Fox Hollow Golf Club. Pat Campbell, Jr. has taken over the man­ agement of the grounds at the Peck School in Morristown. Ken Kubik, Grass Roots, Inc., Steve Chirip, Lebanon Chemical, Dennis DeSanctis, Wil­ fred MacDonald, Inc., and Ernie Rizzio, Turf Products, will again serve on the Invita­ tional Committee. The Chairman of the Committee is Wayne Foster, Rockaway River Country Club. The Braidburn Country Club, Florham Park, was sold by the Bontempo family to a group of members. Braidburn will remain as a private club. Scott Carpenter is the Super­ intendent of the golf course. Morris County Park System opened its Pinch Brook Golf Club on July 1. This course was designed by Rees Jones. The Superinten­ dent is Dennis Shea. Darrell Harding has been retained as the Golf Course Superintendent at Hillsborough Golf & Country Club in Neshanic Station. 10 September-October FARMSTEAD GOLF RESULTS George Martin #2—1 skin Jack Martin Skip Cameron Glen Gallion Rich Browne #7—1 skin Dick VanZandt Jim Cappola Pablo Hernandez Byron Johnson #6—1 skin Armond LeSage Bryan Bolehalin John DeMatteo Shaun Barry #17—1 skin Joann Ward Eagle Dave Pease #13—2 skins Joe Meross Closest to the Pin Bob Ribbans #3—2’5” Steve Lee #9-9’10” Longest Drive—Shaun Barry HOPEWELL GOLF RESULTS Four Man Low Net Best Two Balls Blind Draw First Place Chris Gaynor Cal Knee Bob Dwyer Mike Stair Second Place Ed Muellen Tom Murphy Joe Fricovsky Bob Mathews Closest to the Pin Ed Kern #9 Ed Kern #13 Longest Drive—Jack Zwick SKIN GAME WINNERS 9 Jack Montevaloo #3 20 Brian Yarborough #6 15 Charlie Edgar #9 11 Ed Mueller #14 12 Kevin Gunn #15 18 Bob Dwyer #16 13 Floyd Staats 317 “Sometimes men come by the name of genius in the same way that certain insects come by the name of centipede—not because they have a hundred feet, but because most people can't count above fourteen. ” Author Unknown You can't grow GRASS without ROOTS KEN KUBIK (201) 361 -5943 BERT JONES (201) 686-8709 MORE CHIP SHOTS Pat O’Neil, a Cooks College graduate, has joined the sales staff of the Terre Company. Pat has a strong background in Ornamentals as well as Turfgrass. “Pedrazzi’s triumph is a matter of attitude.” —No, Pete hasn’t changed. It is a headline that appeared in The Daily Record acclaim­ ing Bobby Pedrazzi, Pete’s son, triumph in winning the Morris County Men’s Amateur golf championship. It is rumored Pete caddied for Bob wear­ ing rolled-up high water pants and black high top Conserve’s left over from his play­ ing days. Ken Kubik repeated as champion in the Randolph Township’s over 35 tennis tour­ nament. Boris Becker will be looking over his shoulder now. With this victory Ken earned himself a trip to the national Public Park Championship in Bloomington, Min­ nesota. “I received a lesson in humility.” quoted Ken. SUPER HOBBIES Another update on some of the various ‘hobbies’ we are finding in the world of the New Jersey Golf Course Superintendent: Bill Sica, Arcola Country Club—avid work —hat collector (90 plus, and counting) Bruce Cadenelli, Hollywood Country Club —gourmet cook Walt Will, Spring Lake Country Club—drink­ ing beer and hunting deer (no longer wrestles) Les Stout, Somerset Hills Country Club- still rebuilding that ‘55 T-Bird!!!!!! JOB OPPORTUNITY Lesco Truck Sales Position This position would consist of selling Fer­ tilizer, Chemical and Golf Course supplies. Salary plus commissions. Please send Resume to: Mr. Les Guedel 8 W. Constitution Drive Bordentown, N.J. 08505 Home phone: 609-298-2447 or call Mr. Herb Cole in Ohio at 1-800-321-5325 GCSANJ GOLF COMMITTEE The present golf committee wants to start laying the groundwork for the 1986 sea­ son. This year we have tried to change the tournament format and prize structure to stimulate interest. We wanted to give every­ body an added reason to attend the meet­ ings. The 1986 tournament schedule will be put together this fall and we would like some input from our members. Help us improve by sending any suggestions or thoughts to Dave Pease at Hominy Hill G.C. Dave Pease Shaun Barry MONMOUTH COUNTY COMMON CAUSE Most of the superintendents in Monmouth County have gotten together to put forth our ideas on how we can use less water on our golf courses. Once these thoughts and ideas are gathered we will put all these ideas on paper and submit them to our clubs. We are now asking all superintendents in N.J. to also share your ideas on whatever water conservation ideas you may have. We want to make this paper as complete as possible. Please send any and all ideas to Bruce Cadenelli at Hollywood Golf Club. We would also be happy to send this report to all interested parties. Thanks for your help. Bruce Cadenelli GCSANJ Membership News The following individuals have been accepted for membership in the GCSANJ: CLASS A.................. Robert Gaiser, Fairway Mews Golf Course ..................Stephen G. Cadenelli, CGSS V&S Corporation (Links at Vista Center) ..................Armand H. LeSage, White Beeches Golf and Country Club CLASS B..................Walker Owsiany, Concordia Golf Course CLASS B-1............... Thomas Marko, Rutgers Golf Course ............... Paul A. Jordan, Alpine Golf Course ............... Eric L. Case, Oak Hill Golf Course CLASS C..................Gregory J. Brand, Turf Products, Incorporated The following change of status requests were approved by the Exec. Committee: Nat Binns, Hopewell Valley Golf Course Joseph Blocksom, Salem Golf Course Albert Foster, Hackensack Golf Course (Ret.) from A to Life E from B to A from B to A Metro Milorganite, Inc. TONY GRASSO JOHN WISTRAND (914) 769-7600 The Greenerside 11 GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY DATE EVENT LOCATION HOST September 19 The Seventh Annual Metropolitan Area Superintendents Association Team Championship Stanwich Club Greenwich, Connecticut Scott Niven Golf Course Superintendent September 27-29 GCSAA Mid-Year Turfgrass Conference and Show Hoosier Dome Indianapolis, Indiana John Schilling Executive Director October 1 GCSANJ Field Day Rutgers University New Brunswick, New Jersey Wayne Ballinger Chairman October 8 The Eighth Annual GCSANJ Invitational Greenbrook Country Club North Caldwell, New Jersey Al Caravella Golf Course Superintendent October 14 The Greenerside Deadline October 16 GCSAA Seminar: “Ornamental Pests” October 22 & 23 GCSAA Seminar: Business Communication & Assertiveness Techniques P.O. Box 143 Skillman, New Jersey Elmsford, New York Jim Gilligan Editor Betsy Evans GCSAA Educational Coordinator Hershey, Pennsylvania Betsy Evans GCSAA Educational Coordinator October 24 GCSANJ Championship Hollywood Golf Club Deal, New Jersey Bruce Cadenelli Golf Course Superintendent November 5 GCSANJ Annual Meeting Meadowlands Hilton November 6-8 New York Turfgrass Association Conference Syracuse, New York Bob Ribbans President Ann Reilly Executive Director November 11-13 Pennsylvania State University Golf Turf Conference Keller Conference Center Pennsylvania State University Dr. Joseph Duich, Department of Agronomy December 2-5 New Jersey Turfgrass Expo ‘85 Atlantic City, New Jersey Dr. Henry Indyk, Executive Director The Greenerside 12 (914) 469-2275 ALAN G. CRUSE, INC. Top Soil, Sand, Stone, Spar, & Humus Al Cruse (201) 992-2335 ALPINE TREE CARE, INC. Serving Northern N.J. for 64 years Bob Mullane - Peter Moritz (914) 948-0101 AMERICAN MECH TECH, INC. 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Call (609) 466-1200 and ask for Diane Backes. EarthLife Effective August 15, 1985 to October 12, 1985 $5.00 per cubic yard x 36 yards per truckload $180.00 per truckload (F.O.B. Phil. Pa.) WHY SHOULD YOU USE IT? 1. Earthlife adds much needed organic matter to the soil. 2. Tests prove that plants, trees, shrubs and turf grown in Earthlife amended soil develop healthier, more active root systems. 3. Earthlife helps soil retain moisture, yet at the same time, promotes good drainage. 4. Because Earthlife contains a sufficient supply of micronutrients there is no need to purchase these costly supplements as an additive to your commercial fertilizer. 5. Earthlife improves soil ion exchange capacity. HOW AND WHERE SHOULD IT BE USED? In general Earthlife is used to amend any soil before planting grass seed, shrubs, sod, flowers or trees. Incorporate Earthlife into top 6" of soil before starting new turf. Use Earthlife in the backfill when planting trees. Incorporate Earthlife into soil when preparing flower beds. Sod planted in soil amended with Earthlife quickly establishes a deep, healthy root system. SALSCO’S GREENS-FAIRWAYS CORE-AERIFICATION EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS 13,900 1.05 MPH SQ. FT. PER HR. SPEED AERATION RADIUS 15" PENETRATION 3" HOLE CENTERS 2 1/4" X 2 3/4" TINE DIAMETER 3/4", 5/8", 1/2", 3/8" or 1/4" AERATION WIDTH 24 3/4" MACHINE WIDTH 30" TURN RADIUS 0" WEIGHT Approximately 300 lbs. ENGINE 5HP IC with 6-1 Reduction Standard 5HP Honda with 6-1 Reduction - Optional* Drive - 11 X 400 +5 Pneumatic Straight Rib Straight Rib Front - Swivel Pneumatic (Adjustable Height) TIRE Using the camshaft method of aeration insures neat, clean plugs removed without jamming in the tines. This method enables our 300 pound machine to outperform much heavier machines without tearing up the turf. 340 MAIN AVENUE, CLIFTON, NJ 07014 • 201-471-0244