USGA Green Section Record, January 20, 2017 Share: Like 0 Share Tweet Regional Updates West Region Golfers have a tremendous impact on putting surfaces. Make sure your impact is positive by following these simple resolutions that will improve every player’s experience. Northeast Region Labor shortages and budget constraints force superintendents to do more with less; so here’s a creative way to improve efficiency and ensure important agronomic tasks can be performed. View Update View Update Central Region Santa couldn't decide whether to bring frigid or balmy weather to the Central Region last month, so he delivered both. Did the wide temperature swings put your turf at risk for winterkill? Southeast Region Looking for a way to enhance turf color during winter without overseeding? The upcoming USGA Turf Colorant Workshop will provide information about colorants and how to apply them to fairways – here’s how to attend. View Update View Update In Case You Missed It Searching for something featured last year in the USGA Green Section Record? Look no further than the 2016 USGA Green Section Record Compendium. Now available, this user-friendly flipbook features every article written by the Green Section staff in 2016 and much more – including research, videos and a variety of articles for golfers. Coming Up Next Issue Nozzles are among the smallest components of a sprayer, but they may be some of the most important. Selecting specific nozzles that complement unique types of products can be confusing, but it is a critical aspect of successful spray applications. The February 3, 2017 issue of the USGA Green Section Record will help explain when and why to use certain types of nozzles. View This Issue Browse All Past Issues Latest From Course Care Course Care Video: The Impact of Maintenance on Course Rating Did you know golf course setup is related to Handicap Index®? In fact, the way a golf course is maintained can have a significant impact on golf Course Ratings. From tee placement to green speed, consider these things before making changes that could impact Course Rating. Three Things All Golfers Should Know About Winterkill Winter weather can take its toll on golf courses; but while winter injury is an easy problem to define, it is difficult to fully understand. Whether you are in the North, South or any point in between, here are three things all golfers should know about turfgrass winter injury. Learn More Learn More Case Study: Reduce Creek Erosion and Preserve Habitats Looking for a way to improve golf course water features? Now is an excellent time to plan projects like creek restoration. St. Thomas Golf and Country Club in London, Ontario, restored and stabilized creek banks, improving water quality and creating valuable wildlife habitat. How to Implement Forward Tees at Your Course Forward tees are an easy way to accommodate golfers without sacrificing enjoyment of the game. If the length of your course is disproportionately difficult for golfers with various abilities, consider installing forward tees - they may also improve pace of play and help attract new golfers. Learn More Learn More Are you a current subscriber to the USGA Green Section Record? Subscribers receive the latest information on golf course management, turfgrass culture, environmental issues, research and economic sustainability delivered to their inboxes twice per month. Subscribe Today United States Golf Association 77 Liberty Corner Road Far Hills, NJ 07931 908.234.2300 CONTACT US Stay connected with the USGA IMPORTANT LINKS USGA Privacy Policy USGA Green Section Home Page USGA Staff Contact Information Course Consulting Service Information USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research Online (TERO) ©2016 by United States Golf Association® Policies for the Reuse of USGA Green Section Publications USGA Green Section publications are made available through the courtesy of the United States Golf Association (USGA®). The reuse of these materials is authorized only if the following conditions are met in their entirety. This policy applies to all Green Section publications, including articles, videos, presentations, and webcasts. 1) Adherence to all components of our Conditions for Reuse policy. 2) Inclusion of the appropriate Reprint Permission Language. 3) Notification of your Intent To Reprint Content. The USGA Green Section Record (ISSN 2156-5813) is published twice monthly via electronic mail by the United States Golf Association®. http://myemail.constantcontact.com/USGA-Green-Section-Record--January-20--2017.html?soid=1103157499740&aid=0-KYNEUHplI[1/20/2017 12:05:09 PM]