GCSANE BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Eric Richardson Essex County Club 153 School Street Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944 978-500-2094 erichardson@essexcc.org VICE PRESIDENT Bob Dembek Lexington Golf Club 55 Hill Street Lexington, MA 02420 978-870-8669 lexgc@rcn.com SECRETARY / TREASURER Michael Murphy Robert T. Lynch Municipal GC 1281 West Roxbury Pkwy. Brookline, MA 02467 617-879-5684 mimurphy@brooklinema.gov DIRECTORS Ryan Boudreau Framinghame Country Club 5 Deerfield Road Plainville, MA 02762 508-424-8563 ryboudreau@gmail.com Greg Cormier, CGCS Tom Irwin, Inc. 12 Progress Avenue Tyngsboro, MA 01879 978-846-1133 gregormier@tomirwin.com Ryan Emerich Cape Arundel Golf Club 19 River Road Kennebunk, ME 04046 717-575-1332 remerich@cagc.club Peter J. Rappoccio, CGCS Concord Country Club 246 ORNAC Concord, MA 01742 978-371-1089 prappoccio@concordcc.org Colin Smethurst, CGCS Hillview Golf Course 149 North Street North Reading, MA 01864 781-779-5705 smethurst.colin@amail.com David Stowe, CGCS Newton Commonwealth Golf 30 Western Avenue Natick, MA 01760 617-347-6514 dstowe@sterlinggolf.com Jonathan Wilber Myopia Hunt Club 435 Bay Road South Hamilton, MA 01982 978-468-2231 jwilber@myoplahc.org PAST PRESIDENT Brian Skinner, CGCS, CPO Bellevue Golf Club PO Box 760661, Melrose, MA 02176 781-248-0216 brianskinner@bellevuegolfclub.com EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Donald E. Hearn, CGCS 300 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, MA 02766 774-430-9040 donhearn@gcsane.org NEWSLETTER EDITOR Ryan Boudreau Framinghame Country Club 5 Deerfield Road Plainville, MA 02762 508-424-8563 ryboudreau@gmail.com GCSANE Headquarters 300 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, MA 02766 Tel: (774) 430-9040 Web Site: www.gcsane.org Any opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author and/or person quoted, and June not represent the position of GCSANE. Information contained in this publication June be used freely, in whole or in part, without special permission as long as the true context is maintained. We would appreciate a credit line. Dear Member, I hope this newsletter finds you well and in good spirits. It is hard to believe that 2024 is half over, and we are in the middle of the peak summer golf season. Time continues to march on no matter how large our indi- vidual “to-do lists” become. Instead of harping on one topic with the post, I wanted to highlight a few thoughts that have been bouncing around the some- times-empty space between my two ears, and I hope they will resonate with you. National Golf Day in Washington, DC I was privileged to attend National Golf Day in Washington, DC, from May 8th to 10th. National Golf Day, an annual event organized by the American Golf Industry Coalition, was a resounding success. It united three hundred industry leaders, turfgrass managers, golf course owners, and policymakers to discuss the indispensable role of golf in our communities. We seized the opportunity to champion the game we hold dear, underscoring its economic, environmental, and social benefits. During the event, I participated in various meetings with Congress members or their staffers, sharing insights on how golf cours- es contribute positively to the economy and the environment. Seeing our community’s and lawmakers’ commitment and enthusi- asm was inspiring. No matter your political affiliation, witnessing the hard work of the DC staffers and our group firsthand leaves a lasting and positive impact. You should put this on your career bucket list. I guarantee you will make an impact by attending. GCSANE Golf Events As we reflect on our recent GCSANE events (one played and one canceled due to weather), attendance/signup numbers continue to be lower than we want. This isn’t a new issue; there are no quick fixes, and every chapter seems to grapple with the same problem. The good news is that our marque event, the S&B, continues to be supported, and we expect that to continue this year at The Country Club in October. Excluding the S&B, these events are crucial for networking, professional development, and commodore. Still, we must increase the number of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent attendees for some of these events to carry on. We have a longstanding and ongoing evaluation process for each event and will examine our 2025 schedule closely before announcing it at the annual meeting. If an event isn’t adequately supported, we must consider allocating those resources to other endeavors that benefit the membership. The Summer Grind: Stay Positive and Safe As the summer grind continues, keeping a positive mindset is essential despite the continued on next page A Message from the GCSANE President Eric RichardsonMay - June 2024 Front row: Patrick Van Vleck, MA; Eric Richardson, MA; Dave Frem, MA; Heather Korte, MA; 2nd row: Larry Kelly, VT; Bob Forrest, RI; Melanie Boese, VT 3rd row: Jesse Menachem, MA; Marv Leon, VT; Elaine Gebhardt, MA; Dan Ramus, NH Patrick Van Vleck displaying his Gressroots Ambassador recognition continued from cover season’s challenges. The summer heat and all that comes with it can tax our courses, teams, and your mental health. No matter your club’s status or budget, we will all have an employ- ee who doesn’t show up, an irrigation failure on Friday afternoon, a difficult fungal pathogen, too much or insufficient rainfall, etc. As we navigate through the summer stresses (turf and life), let’s remember the passion that brought us into this profession and the joy we bring to golfers daily. Focus on keeping your team safe and engaged, and try to unplug from work when an opportunity arises for you or for those you manage. Please remember that GCSANE and your peers are here to listen or help during times of need, whether it be turf or life issues; everyone’s contact information is listed in the membership directory for a reason. I appreciate you taking the time to read my ramblings and thank you for your continued dedication to the turfgrass industry. Let’s make this summer a successful and enjoyable season. 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I have been at four 18-hole courses as an assistant superinten- dent and I feel that 9 holes is just as busy. If anything you have fewer resources at a 9-hole course. Q: Making the transition to a new facility and managing a new group of people can be especially challenging. How has that transition been for you so far and what advice would you give other Assistants making the same transition? A: Transitions to a new facility are always difficult. Patience is important in these situations and building new relationships will take time. I always try to earn the respect of my crew through hard work and by showing respect in return. I always like to make my staff feel appreciated for their hard work. Q: What have been some golf course capital projects that you have been a part of and what were some of your key takeaways from your experience? Do you have anything planned in the near future at Quinnatisset? A: My largest capital project to date would be the reconstruction of the 3rd hole at Tatnuck Country Club featuring bunker elimination, bunker construction, and sodded green expansion nearly doubling the playing surface. This greens complex also features a shared approach with the 7th hole. Larger areas of the fairway were grown in with seed. For the near future at Quinnatisset, we have plans to build a new Q: Dylan, thanks for participating in the Assistant Spotlight Series. We are excited to feature you in this edition. Tell us a little about what got you interested in a career in turfgrass management. A: My father was a Golf Course Superintendent when I was growing up. I was always trying to help out around the course with whatever I could do. When I was old enough to work I got my foot in the door at Connecticut National Golf Club in Putnam, CT. worked hard and decided to pursue a career in golf. I went to the winter school for turf managers at UMASS Amherst In the winter of 2019. Q: We recently had an education event hosted by the management team from The Country Club. One of the many topics was the importance of having a good mentor. Who have been some of your mentors during your professional journey? A: My biggest mentors to this point have been my father Michael Heman, Assistant Superintendent at Connecticut National Golf Club. Jeff Lefebvre, Superintendent at Connecticut National Golf Club. Rob Larson, sales representative for Tom Irwin. Patrick Peterson former Superintendent greens complex on 12, 13, and 16 as well as new tee complexes on 11, 13, 14, 16, and 17. Q: You are a product of a growing trend of people graduating from an accelerated turf program and earning a winter cer- tificate in turf management. Would you recommend this same path to someone interested in the turf industry? 5 4 May - June 2024 Dylan Deotte (continued) A: Most of what I have learned has been in the field, winter school is more than enough education to have a solid foundation. Working firsthand and troubleshooting obstacles is where the real knowledge comes from. A: I would like to see this growing trend of a life away from work continue. When we hire staff we trust we have to be able to let go at times and spend time on our personal lives. I believe that when staff is properly managed this is more than reasonable. Q: I have gotten to know you a little before this interview and before join- ing our Assistant committee. My first impression was someone energetic and passionate about our industry. Is there anything you would like to see change in our industry and what are some possible solutions or tools that could be applied? Q: What are some of your favorite golf courses that you’ve had the opportunity to play? A: My favorite golf courses that I played last year would be Worcester Country Club, Essex County Club, and Concord Country Club, three Donald Ross gems. Q: What do you like to do in your free time? A: I enjoy golfing, boating, fishing, and spending time with my family. My wife Kaylee. Children Ariana and Aiden, and my two dogs. Dylan, thank you again for taking the time with your thoughtful answers, and wish you all the best going forward this season and in your career. Northeast Golf & Turf Supply a division of Northeast Nursery, Inc. - Est. 1982 Exclusive Distributor for Rain Bird Golf MA, NH, VT, ME and RI • Granular Fertilizers PRODUCT CATEGORIES • Control Products • Specialty Nutrients • Soil Conditioners • Turfgrass Seed • Golf Course Accessories NORTHEAST TURF & IRRIGATION SUPPLY Dennis Port, MA NORTHEAST CONTRACTOR CENTER Peabody, MA NORTHEAST TURF & IRRIGATION SUPPLY Londonderry, NH Learn more about our products and services at: www.northeastnursery.com 6 7 The Newsletter Back Issues! Divot Drift Request For Photos If you would like to have a photo of your course added to the scrolling course photos that appear at the top of the homepage at gcsane.org please send a landscape version (not portrait) in jpg or png form to donhearn@gcsane.org. Your name and course name will appear on the photo. Multiple photos can be submitted. It’s a nice way to show some pride in the beauty you provide for so many to enjoy. As in the past, The Newsletter continues to invite Affiliate members to submit a press release about new personnel, new products or a company bio. We will print each and every release free of charge. This is a great way to advertise for free. Who said nothing in this world is free? Free advertising to better your company? Wow, what an offer! GCSANE Offers Website Banner advertising at www.gcsane.org The price is $500 for one year which will be re-occurring annually from your first billing unless otherwise specified. For more information, please contact Don Hearn at 774-430-9040 or donhearn@gcsane.org Past issues of the NEWSLETTER are available using this link: http://bit.ly/GCSANEnewsletters. GCSANE MERCHANDISE STORE We now have GCSA of New England clothing and merchandise for sale. To view the catalog click here. The merchandise can also be viewed on the Home Page of the GCSA of New England’s website at gcsane.org. 7 6 May - June 2024 SAVE THE DATE Celebrating 100 years of service to the Turfgrass Management and Golf Industry Please join your fellow members in celebrating our past while looking forward to the future. Event Details Friday, November, 8TH 2024 Peirce Farm at Witch Hill 116 Boston Street Topsfield, MA 01983 Registration: Opens mid-summer Cost: $100 per attendee The primary registrant must be a current member of GCSANE. A maximum of one paying guest per member Complete details are found on our website: https://gcsane.org/ 8 9 The Newsletter 8 9 May - June 2024The work you do plays a vital role in the health and well-being of your guests and the community. We offer you a network of caring professionals with innovative solutions created to help you succeed.With Tom Irwin, you’re not alone.tomirwin.comtomirwin.com Tee-Up New England: A Win-Win for Golf and the Turfgrass Industry! First, I would like to thank all 107 golf courses, one tennis club and the New England Golf Course Owners Association for supporting our 12th annual Tee-Up New England online auction for their donations. This year’s event was held April 15-22, 2024. Bidding was going along strongly. Unfortunately, we had a server crash just minutes before the end of the auction. I am sure that there were many who were ready to swoop in on the auction to place last-minute bids but were shutout. By the time the server recovered all bidding was stopped as time had run out. What a disappointment! It felt like losing the cable right in the middle of a hockey shoot-out or a triple overtime basketball game. Those that were able to place their last bids made out nicely and probably saved some money for themselves. Even though this occurred, the auction was a huge success and generated more than $46,000 in turf research funds for the NERTRT and the ATG. These funds are crucial to growing research activities and helping to stabilize turf management education programs in New England. The more we grow the auction, the turfgrass industry benefits will continue to grow! We thank the more than 200 bidders who visited our website and placed bids. The 2025 auction will be April 14-22, please help encourage more courses to participate! The NERTRT and the ATG would like to thank the following clubs for their support and donations in 2024: 2024 Tee-Up New England Cohasset Golf Club Kirkbrae Country Club Stowe Mountain Course The Captain's Course Green Valley Country Club Cape Cod Country Club Country Club of New Bedford (2) Cranberry Valley Golf Course The Brookside Club Concord Country Club (NH) Dunegrass Country Club Acoaxet Golf Club Rochester Country Club Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club The Meadow at Peabody Golf Course Glen Arbor Golf Club Willowdale Golf Club Cyprian Keyes Golf Club Cranston Country Club Old Oaks Country Club Concord Country Club Old Sandwich Golf Club Madison Country Club Farm Neck Golf Club Essex County Club Foxboro Country Club The Links at Mass Golf Acushnet River Valley GC Laconia Country Club Shennecossett Golf Course Purpoodock Golf Club Wampatuck Country Club Abenakee Club Midville Golf Club Quechee Club Tradition Golf Club at Oak Lane The Aquidneck Club Allendale Country Club Waconah Country Club Redding Country Club Fenway Golf Club Fox Ridge Golf Club Hyannisport Golf Club Pt. Judith Country Club Longwood Cricket Club Foster Country Club Tedesco Country Club East Greenwich Golf Club Juniper Hill Golf Course (2) Button Hole Potowomut Golf Club Thorny Lea Golf Club NEGCOA Golden Passport Bay Club at Mattapoisett Pawtucket Country Club Sakonnet Golf Club Brookline Golf Course Nashawtuc Country Club Cape Arundel Golf Club Martindale Country Club Wanumetonomy Country Club Oak Hill Country Club Montaup Country Club Ferncroft Country Club White Cliffs Country Club Swansea Country Club North Kingstown Country Club Campbell's Scottish Highlands Amherst Golf Club Guilford Lakes Golf Course Frye Island Golf Club Breakfast Hill Golf Club Pelham Country Club Crumpin-Fox Club Biddeford Saco Country Club York Golf & Tennis Club Turner Highlands Golf Course North East Harbor Golf Course Segregansett Country Club Webhannet Golf Club Borough of Fenwick Golf Course H.B Brownson Country Club Tumble Brook Country Club The Kittansett Club Kernwood Country Club Bomoseen Golf Club The Oaks Golf Links Point Sebago Golf Course Indian Ridge Country Club Jamestown Country Club (2) Windham Golf Course Franklin Country Club Waverly Oaks Golf Club Country Club of Wilbraham Lochmere Country Club Brunswick Golf Club Southers Marsh Golf Club Olde Scottish Links Golf Course IGM @ Ledges Golf Club Black Hall Club Sterling Golf Mgmt. 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As you will read in this clip, John was a highly accomplished, knowledgeable, and honorable man. He exemplifies what it means to be a true professional in our industry through his willingness to lead, help his peers, give criticism with grace and kindness, and keep pace with changes in turfgrass management. All of these qual- ities still hold true as we continue to represent turfgrass profession- als in the most positive light. (Please note that archived Newsletters are available on the GCSANE website) 12 13 The Newsletter 12 Expansive selection and availability 110 Codjer Lane, Sudbury, MA 01776 110 Codjer Lane, Sudbury, MA 01776 www.cavicchio.com 978.443.7177 www.cavicchio.com 978.443.7177 Annuals and Perennials Trees, Shrubs and Roses and Tropicals Mulch: Aged Hemlock Black Forest Certified Playground Dark Pine Blend Natural Hemlock Spruce Screened Loam + Compost Crushed Aggregates 13 May - June 2024 NOTICE I know this is a very busy time and taking care of some items ends up on the back burner. Checking your dues payment status can be one of these low priority items. This year we have many members who haven’t paid their dues. Invoices and follow-up statements have been sent and Mike Murphy, Secretary/Treasurer, has contacted those who haven’t made payment. For some, it was a forgotten invoice. For oth- ers, they gave the invoice to someone in the club’s office with the understanding it would be paid. Whatever the reason, the dues payment has not been received. We try to be gentle with reminders and understand many think when their invoice is submitted for payment, it will be paid. If you’ve received a note or call from Mike Murphy, it means your dues were not received. If this is what might have happened to you, and you want to be certain your dues have been paid, please contact me at: donhearn@gcsane.org and I will check to let you know the status of your payment. In some cases, we’ve found payment has been made, but not recorded. Yup – my mistake. It happens, what can I say! If there is a problem with making payment, please let me know so we can work with you. We plan to include a listing of all members of the Association in the book published to commemorate our 100 years of exis- tence. To not have you included because your dues have not been paid will be disappointing. If you have any questions about your status, please let me know. Regards, Don Hearn 14 15 The Newsletter Fifteen Benefits Of Drinking Water Medical News Today Facts Drinking water has numerous benefits. Water is crucial for many bodily functions, such as lubricating the joints, delivering oxygen throughout the body, preventing kidney damage, and more. beverages, it can also reduce tooth decay. 3. It delivers oxygen throughout the body Blood is more than 90 percent water, and blood carries oxygen to different parts of the body. Around 60 percent of the body is made up of water, and around 71 percent of the planet’s surface is covered by water. 4. It boosts skin health and beauty Perhaps it is the ubiquitous nature of water that means drinking enough each day is not at the top of many people’s lists of priorities. Fast facts on drinking water • Adult humans are 60 percent water, and our blood is 90 percent water. • There is no universally agreed quantity of wa- ter that must be consumed daily. • Water is essential for the kidneys and other bodily functions. • When dehydrated, the skin can become more vul- nerable to skin disorders and wrinkling. • Drinking water instead of soda can help with weight loss. Fifteen benefits of drinking water Possible benefits of drinking water range from keeping the kidneys healthy to losing weight. To function properly, all the cells and organs of the body need water. Here are some reasons our body needs water: 1. It lubricates the joints Cartilage, found in joints and the disks of the spine, contains around 80 percent water. Long-term dehydration can reduce the joints’ shock-absorbing ability, leading to joint pain. 2. It forms saliva and mucus Saliva helps us digest our food and keeps the mouth, nose, and eyes moist. This prevents friction and damage. Drinking water also keeps the mouth clean. Consumed instead of sweetened With dehydration, the skin can become more vulnerable to skin disorders and premature wrinkling. 5. It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues Dehydration can affect brain structure and function. It is also involved in the production of hormones and neurotransmitters. Prolonged dehydration can lead to problems with thinking and reasoning. 6. It regulates body temperature Water that is stored in the middle layers of the skin comes to the skin’s surface as sweat when the body heats up. As it evap- orates, it cools the body. Some scientists have suggested that when there is too little water in the body, heat storage increases and the individual is less able to tolerate heat strain. Having a lot of water in the body may reduce physical strain if heat stress occurs during exercise. However, more research is needed into these effects. 7. The digestive system depends on it The bowel needs water to work properly. Dehydration can lead to digestive problems, constipation, and an overly acidic stom- ach. This increases the risk of heartburn and stomach ulcers. 8. It flushes body waste Water is needed in the processes of sweating and removal of urine and feces. 9. It helps maintain blood pressure A lack of water can cause blood to become thicker, increasing blood pressure. SINCE 1949 14 15 May - June 2024 Fifteen Benefits Of Drinking Water (continued) 10. The airways need it When dehydrated, airways are restricted by the body in an ef- fort to minimize water loss. This can make asthma and allergies worse. 11. It makes minerals and nutrients accessible These dissolve in water, which makes it possible for them to reach different parts of the body. 12. It prevents kidney damage The kidneys regulate fluid in the body. Insufficient water can lead to kidney stones and other problems. 13. It boosts performance during exercise Dehydration during exercise may hinder performance. Some scientists have proposed that consuming more water might enhance performance during strenuous activity. More research is needed to confirm this, but one review found that dehydra- tion reduces performance in activities lasting longer than 30 minutes. 14. Weight loss Water may also help with weight loss, if it is consumed in- stead of sweetened juices and sodas. “Preloading” with water before meals can help prevent overeating by creating a sense of fullness. 15. It reduces the chance of a hangover When partying, unsweetened soda water with ice and lemon alternated with alcoholic drinks can help prevent overconsump- tion of alcohol. Kidney damage Water helps dissolve minerals and nutrients, making them more accessible to the body. It also helps remove waste products. The kidneys play a key role in balancing fluid levels. These two func- tions make water vital to the kidneys. Every day, the kidneys filter around 120-150 quarts of fluid. Of these, approximately 1-2 quarts are removed from the body in the form of urine, and the rest is recovered by the bloodstream. Water is essential for the kidneys to function. If the kidneys do not func- tion properly, waste products and excess fluid can build up inside the body. Untreated, chronic kidney disease can lead to kidney failure. The organs stop working, and either dialysis or kidney transplantation is required. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the body. They account for around 8.1 million visits to health care providers in the U.S. every year. If infections spread to the upper urinary tract, including the kidneys, perma- nent damage can result. Sudden, or acute, kidney infections can be life-threatening, particularly if septicemia occurs. Drinking plenty of water is a simple way to reduce the risk of developing a UTI and to help treat an existing UTI. 16 Kidney stones interfere with how the kidneys work. When present, can complicate UTIs. These complicated UTIs tend to require longer periods of antibiotics to treat them, typically lasting 7 to 14 days. The leading cause of kidney stones is a lack of water. People who report them often do not drink the recommended daily amount of water. Kidney stones may also increase the risk of chronic kidney disease. In November 2014, the American College of Physicians issued new guidelines for people who have previously developed kidney stones. The guidelines state that increasing fluid intake to enable 2 liters of urination a day could decrease the risk of stone recurrence by at least half with no side effects. Dehydration happens if we use and lose more water than the body takes in. It can lead to an imbalance in the body’s electrolytes. Electrolytes, such as potassium, phosphate, and sodium, help carry electrical signals between cells. The kidneys keep the levels of elec- trolytes in the body stable when they function properly. When the kidneys are unable to maintain a balance in the levels of electrolytes, these electrical signals become mixed up. This can lead to seizures, involving involuntary muscle movements and loss of consciousness. In severe cases, dehydration can lead to kidney failure, which can be life-threatening. Possible complications of chronic kidney failure include anemia, damage to the central nervous system, heart fail- ure, and a compromised immune system. Sources Some of the water required by the body is obtained through foods with a high water content, such as soups, tomatoes, oranges, but most come through drinking water and other beverages. During everyday functioning, water is lost by the body, and this needs to be replaced. We notice that we lose water through activ- ities such as sweating and urination, but water is lost even when breathing. Drinking water, whether from the tap or a bottle, is the best source of fluid for the body. Milk and juices are also good sources of fluid, but beverages con- taining alcohol and caffeine, such as soft drinks, coffee, and beer, are not ideal because they often contain empty calories. Drinking water instead of soda can help with weight loss. It was previously thought that caffeinated beverages had diuretic properties, meaning that they cause the body to release water. However, studies show that fluid loss because of caffeinated drinks is minimal. 17 The Newsletter Recommended intake How much water we need to consume is influenced by the cli- mate. The amount of water needed each day varies from person to person, depending on how active they are, how much they sweat, and so on. There is no fixed amount of water that must be con- sumed daily, but there is general agreement on what a healthy fluid intake is. According to the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the average recommended daily intake of water from both food and drink is: Do we drink enough water? A study carried out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2013 analyzed data from the National Cancer Institute’s 2007 Food Attitudes and Behaviors Survey. Out of a sample of 3,397 adults, the researchers found: • 7 percent of adults reported no daily consumption of drinking water • For men: Around 3.7 liters or 125 ounces • 36 percent of adults reported drinking 1-3 cups of drinking water a day • For women: Around 2.7 liters or 91 ounces This would be around 15.5 cups for men and just over 11 cups for women. However, around 80 percent of this should come from drinks, including water, and the rest will be from food. This means that: • Men should drink around 100 ounces, or 12.5 cups of fluid • Women should drink around 73 ounces, or just over 9 cups • Fresh fruits and vegetables and all non-alcohol- ic fluids count towards this recommendation. Times when it is most important to drink plenty of water include: • when you have a fever • when the weather is hot • if you have diarrhea and vomiting • when you sweat a lot, for example, due to physical activity Facts Here are some facts about water: • Babies and children have a higher percentage of water than adults. When babies are born, they are about 78 percent water, but this falls to 65 percent by the age of 1 year. • Fatty tissue has less water than lean tissue. • Men have more water than women, as a percentage. • 35 percent of adults reported drinking 4-7 cups of drinking water a day • 22 percent of adults reported drinking 8 cups or more a day • People were more likely to drink less than 4 cups of drinking water daily if they consumed 1 cup or less of fruits or vegetables a day. The study only measured the intake of drinking water. Fluid can be gained from other beverages, but water is best because it is calo- rie-free, caffeine-free, and alcohol-free. Seven percent of respondents reported drinking no water at all dai- ly, and those who drank a low volume of water also consumed less fruit and vegetables. This suggests that a certain number of people are risking their health by not getting enough fluid. Even if the respondents reporting low levels of water intake were obtaining enough fluid, it is likely that they would be obtaining it from sources that could potentially compromise their health in other ways. “The biologic requirement for water may be met with plain water or via foods and other beverages,” write the study authors. “Results from previous epidemiological studies indicate that water intake may be inversely related to volume of calorically sweetened bever- ages and other fluid intake.” 16 17 May - June 2024 Feature “Super Scenic Shot” Photographer: Patrick Simmons Title: Assistant Superintendent Course: Nashawtuc Country Club Photo Description: “Early morning sunrise with Grizz riding shotgun at the 8th green-side bunker after a fresh rake. I had my head down raking and as I looked up I saw this awesome sunrise. I had to stop and take a picture. This is one of the many reasons why I love this job. Not many people are up to enjoy the sunrise. ” *Want an opportunity for one of your photos to be featured? Send submissions to ryboudreau@gmail.com with the subject line Super Scenic 18 19 The Newsletter 18 19 May - June 2024Since 1970, Turf Products has been providing our valued customers with the knowledge, tools and equipment to protect and preserve the Northeast’s most beautiful outdoor environments. We are your single source supplier for turf mowing and maintenance equipment and golf irrigation systems, as well as drainage, pond aeration, lightning detection and much more.TPC has been selling Toro equipment continuously for over half a century. Together we deliver the most innovative products in the golf industry. Toro products are developed by golf experts for individuals like you who work hard to maintain flawless turf conditions. With over 30 commercial-grade attachments, Ventrac is America’s most versatile tractor . . . built to get work done! 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From left: Mike Luccini, Brian Cromack, Joe Lazaro, Brian Luccini 2023Sept22_FS Golf Ad_v2.pdf 1 9/22/23 5:31 AM The winner of the Bear Cup this year, played at Quidnessett Country Club is the Cape team. The Bear Cup remains in the hands of the GCSA of Cape Cod for another year. The team outplayed teams from the GCSA of New England and the Rhode Island GCSA. The course, as usual, was in excellent condition and I had the opportunity to spend some time with our host, Brian Cromack, while out on the course. There has been a lot of work done on the course and grounds since Brian’s arrival and it shows in the conditions golfers enjoy when playing Quidnessett Country Club. The hospitality extended to us was much appreciated. The staff and management of the club was helpful in many ways and we enjoyed our day there. 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Healey Governor Kimberley Driscoll Lieutenant Governor Maura T. Healey Governor April 12, 2024 Kimberley Driscoll Lieutenant Governor Subject: Water Management Registration Requirements for Golf Courses April 12, 2024 Dear Registrants Under the Water Management Act (WMA): Rebecca L. Tepper Secretary Bonnie Heiple Commissioner Rebecca L. Tepper Secretary Bonnie Heiple Commissioner Subject: Water Management Registration Requirements for Golf Courses I am contacting you with a reminder that Golf Courses with WMA Registrations that were renewed on April 8, 2023, are required to reduce irrigation and other outdoor water use during times of drought. Dear Registrants Under the Water Management Act (WMA): The reductions will be triggered when the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs declares a drought for the drought region, county, or watershed where your withdrawals are located. I am contacting you with a reminder that Golf Courses with WMA Registrations that were renewed on MassDEP will notify registrants via an emailed letter containing details of drought declarations. You may April 8, 2023, are required to reduce irrigation and other outdoor water use during times of drought. have received these updates in recent years when a drought has been declared in Massachusetts. The reductions will be triggered when the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental The required nonessential outdoor water use restrictions are summarized below: Affairs declares a drought for the drought region, county, or watershed where your withdrawals are located. MassDEP will notify registrants via an emailed letter containing details of drought declarations. You may a) Level 1 (Mild Drought): irrigation of fairways shall be reduced to 80 percent of normal, irrigation have received these updates in recent years when a drought has been declared in Massachusetts. of roughs shall be reduced to 50 percent of normal, and there shall be no irrigation of landscaping and ornamentals. The required nonessential outdoor water use restrictions are summarized below: b) Level 2 (Significant Drought): irrigation of fairways shall be reduced to 60 percent of normal, and a) Level 1 (Mild Drought): irrigation of fairways shall be reduced to 80 percent of normal, irrigation there shall be no irrigation of roughs, landscaping and ornamentals. of roughs shall be reduced to 50 percent of normal, and there shall be no irrigation of landscaping c) Level 3 (Critical Drought) or Level 4 (Drought Emergency): irrigation of fairways shall be reduced and ornamentals. to 40 percent of normal, and there shall be no irrigation of roughs, landscaping and ornamentals. b) Level 2 (Significant Drought): irrigation of fairways shall be reduced to 60 percent of normal, and d) Courses whose core business includes a special event venue may continue to irrigate gardens, there shall be no irrigation of roughs, landscaping and ornamentals. flowers and ornamental plants by means of hand-held hose or drip irrigation. c) Level 3 (Critical Drought) or Level 4 (Drought Emergency): irrigation of fairways shall be reduced e) Restrictions on nonessential outdoor water use at least as restrictive as described in (a) through (c) to 40 percent of normal, and there shall be no irrigation of roughs, landscaping and ornamentals. above shall remain in place for the declared drought level where your withdrawals are located until the drought level is changed by the Secretary. flowers and ornamental plants by means of hand-held hose or drip irrigation. d) Courses whose core business includes a special event venue may continue to irrigate gardens, 22 f) Golf course operators that implement mandatory water use restrictions are required to notify the e) Restrictions on nonessential outdoor water use at least as restrictive as described in (a) through (c) MassDEP within 14 days of implementing such restrictions. A MassDEP Notification of Water Use above shall remain in place for the declared drought level where your withdrawals are located until Restriction form can be found at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/outdoor-water-use-restrictions- the drought level is changed by the Secretary. for-cities-towns-and-golf-courses. f) Golf course operators that implement mandatory water use restrictions are required to notify the MassDEP within 14 days of implementing such restrictions. A MassDEP Notification of Water Use Restriction form can be found at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/outdoor-water-use-restrictions- for-cities-towns-and-golf-courses. This information is available in alternate format. Please contact Melixza Esenyie at 617-626-1282. TTY# MassRelay Service 1-800-439-2370 MassDEP Website: www.mass.gov/dep Printed on Recycled Paper This information is available in alternate format. Please contact Melixza Esenyie at 617-626-1282. TTY# MassRelay Service 1-800-439-2370 MassDEP Website: www.mass.gov/dep 23 Printed on Recycled Paper May - June 2024 Drought Level Normal Tees and Greens No restrictions Fairways No restrictions Roughs No restrictions Mild Drought Irrigation at 100% Irrigation at 80% Irrigation at 50% Significant Drought Irrigation at 100% Irrigation at 60% Critical Drought Irrigation at 100% Irrigation at 40% No irrigation Emergency* Irrigation at 100% Irrigation at 40% Ornamentals No restrictions No irrigation of landscaping and ornamentals, except that courses whose core business includes a special event venue may continue to irrigate gardens, flowers and ornamental plants by means of hand-held hose or drip irrigation. *In an emergency the Governor may impose additional restrictions by Emergency Proclamation For Registrants who also hold a Water Management Act permit that includes conditions requiring you to restrict nonessential outdoor water use, the conditions in the permit, including all applicable deadlines for implementation, supersede the condition in the Registration Statement requiring implementation of restrictions on nonessential outdoor water use. See 310 CMR 36.07(2)(c)6. Registrants who also hold a Water Management Act permit that does not include conditions requiring restrictions on nonessential outdoor water use, must comply with the condition on restricting nonessential outdoor water use included in the Registration Statement. Attached you will find an example of the type of map and guidance that MassDEP has sent in the past to registered and permitted users when a drought is declared by the Secretary. If you have any questions or concerns about this requirement, please contact Beth McCann of the Water Management Program at elizabeth.mccann@mass.gov or at (857) 262-3205. Very truly yours, Duane LeVangie Water Management Program Chief Cc: Julia Blatt, Mass Rivers Alliance Don Hearn, Executive Director, Golf Course Superintendents Association of New England 24 25 The Newsletter Sample Map and Summary Guidance for Public Water Suppliers When Drought is Declared Below is a sample of the type of map that is prepared and distributed when drought is declared by the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Note that the guidance provided here is geared toward public water suppliers, not golf course operations. For details on your region and Massachusetts current Drought Status go to: Drought Status | Mass.gov. Level 3 (Critical Drought) All nonessential outdoor water uses should be banned. Level 2 (Significant Drought) All nonessential outdoor water uses banned, except that water of ornamentals and flower gardens with drip irrigation, hand-held hose or watering cans may be permitted. Level 1 (Mild Drought) Limit outdoor watering to no more than one day per week, before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m., except that watering ornamentals and flower gardens with drip irrigation, hand-held hose or watering cans may be permitted. 24 25 May - June 2024 Upcoming Events Mark your calendars for these upcoming events. Thank you to our hosts and sponsors. Hope to see you there! Member-Member/Member-Guest Date: June 24 Location: Nashawtuc Country Club Address: 1861 Sudbury Road Concord, MA 01742 *Joint meeting with the New Hampshire Chapter. 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Fulfilling all your renovation and construction needs. Jay Popko (413) 454-3847 Jay.Popko@heritageppg.com Chris Leonard (339) 793-0727 Chris.Leonard@heritageppg.com Iron Tree Service, LLC 64 Dunham Road Beverly, MA 01915 Full-service tree care and removal company servicing Boston’s North Shore, MetroWest, and the Greater Metropolitan area. Austin McLear, Sales Arborist C (978) 998-2864 O (978) 468-6688 austin@irontreeservice.com Larchmont Engineering & Irrigation 11 Larchmont Lane Lexington, MA 02420 Offering a full range of inventory for irrigation drainage, pumps, fountains & landscape lighting products & services for all of your residential & commercial needs. (781) 862-2550 Susan Tropeano Lazaro’s Golf Course Supplies & Accessories dba Hammond Paint & Chemical Co., Inc. 738 Main St., Suite 223 Waltham, MA 02154 Complete line for all your of golf course supplies. Par Aide, Standard, Eagle One, turf & ornamentals, aquatics, turf marking paint, safety items, adjuvants. Joe Lazaro–cell: (617) 285-8670 Fax: (781) 647-0787 Email: jlazaro698@aol.com www.lazarogolfcoursesupplies.com Maher Services 71 Concord Street N. Reading, MA 01864 Well drilling, pump service & well maintenance Peter Maher cell: (781) 953-8167 or (978) 664-WELL (9355) Fax (978) 664-9356 www.maherserv.com Matthew Staffieri (508) 243-2443 matt@masgolfconstruction.com www.masgolfconstruction.com Mayer Tree Service Providing a wide range of tree care from Plant Health Care to tree removal. Mobile wood waste grinding services. Stump grinding. Land clearing. Loam and mulch delivery. Tree pruning to enhance shot value and playability. Richard Grant (978) 500-8849 rich@mayertree.com McNulty Construction Corp. P. O. Box 3218 Framingham, MA 01705 Asphalt paving of cart paths, walkways, parking areas; imprinted asphalt. John McNulty (508) 879-8875 MTE, Inc. Equipment Solutions 115 Franklin Street Extension Derry, NH 03038 New England’s source for equipment: New & pre-owned mowers, tractors, & maintenance items from: Jacobsen, Turfco, Smithco, Ventrac, Redexim, Neary Grinders, Ryan, Buffalo Turbine, Mahindra, Gravely, Standard, Par-Aide & others. Sales, Parts, & Service all brands. Derry Shop: (603) 404-2286 Sean Smith, NE Sales Mgr., (603) 303-4237 Lucas Doucette, North Eastern MA/Boston Cell (617) 990-2427 ldoucette@mte.us.com Aaron Bunn, Western MA Cell (508) 825-6639 Abunn@mte.us.com Dana Northrop, South Shore/Cape Cod Cell (978) 857-3726 Dnorthrop@mte.us.com Elliot Leonard, Norfolk/Bristol MA Cell (508) 272-0699 eleonard@mte.us.com Eric Burke, NH Cell (603) 212-6395 eburke@mte.us.com Matt Hunter, ME Cell (207) 385-6684 mhunter@mte.us.com Mungeam Golf Design, Inc. 195 SW Main Street Douglas, MA 01516 Golf course architect Office: (508) 476-5630 Cell: (508) 873-0103 Email: markamungeam@gmail.com Contact: Mark A. Mungeam, ASGCA www.golfdesignconsultant.com P.O. Box 777 West Kingston, RI 02892 Many types of tallgrasses and bentgrass available for golf courses, sports turf and landscapers. Expert installation available. Office: (800) 451-2900 Ernie Ketchum (508) 364-4428 erniesod@comcast.net Mike Brown (508) 272-1827 www.newenglandturf.com NMP Golf Construction Corp. 25 Bishop Ave. Ste. A-2 Williston, VT 05495 Golf course construction Mario Poirier (888) 707-0787 Northeast Golf & Turf Supply 6 Dearborn Road Peabody, MA 01960 Complete line of Golf Course, Landscape & Lawn Care Construction & Maintenance Supplies Dan Fuller dfuller@northeastnursery.com (508) 789-2323 Patrick Hennessy phennessy@northeastnursery.com (978) 594-2125 Dan Read dread@northeastnursery.com (508) 641-7102 Tom Rowell trowell@northeastnursery.com (978) 317-0673 Patrick Sevigny psevigny@northeastnursery.com (978) 317-6817 North Shore Hydroseeding 49 North Putnam St. Danvers, MA 01923 Hydroseeding & erosion control services. Brian King (978) 762-8737 www.nshydro.com NuFarm Jim Santoro Nufarm Americas Regional Sales Manager Phone 508-207-2094 Email jim.santoro@nufarm.com Twitter @jim Santoro Nutrien Solutions Suppliers of Chemicals, Fertilizer, & Grass Seed (978) 685-3300 Nick Burchard (401) 601-7213 Drew Cummins (401) 952-4219 www.nutrien.com 30 31 Please patronize these Friends of the AssociationThe Newsletter On-Course Golf Inc., Design/Build 16 Maple Street Acton, MA 01720 Golf Course Craftsmen. We serve all your remodeling and renovation needs. You can trust your project with us! We make you look good! Sean Hanley (978) 337-6661 www.on-coursegolf.com PBI Gordon Corporation “Inspired Innovations for green spaces, pets, and people” Matt Crowther, Northeast (508) 922-1499 mcrowther@pbigordonturf.com www.pbigordonturf.com Prime Source 3208 Peach Street Erie, PA 16508 National, full line distributor of turf, ornamental & specialty products. Exclusive distributor of Prime Source branded pesticides & specialty products. Mike Blatt, Northeast Territory Manager (814) 440-7658 Putnam Pipe Hopkinton & Taunton, MA Providence, RI Distributor of water, sewer, drain and stormwater pipe & fittings. Erosion & sediment control products. Free delivery & 24-hour service. David Purnam (508) 435-3090 Read Custom Soils Read Custom Soils 158 Tihonet Road Wareham, MA 02571 New England’s source for USGA grade topdressing sand, bunker sand, rootzone mixes, divot mixes, colored sand, and kiln-dried topdressing sand. Plus, useful golf course aggregates: cart path mixes, stabilized stonedust, natural round stone, crushed stone, mulch, and soils. Bob Doran (207) 337-5464 Ed Downing (508) 440-1833 Mark Pendergast (617) 686-5590 Jeff Toomey (603) 235-8420 Garrett Whitney (617) 697-4247 www.readcustomsoils.com Reel Sharp LLC 100 Clarkson Ave Pittsfield, MA, 01201 Over twenty years in the used turf equipment business specializing in golf course equipment. Nick Merrill (617) 631-8873 nick@rsturf.com www.rsturf.com SiteOne Golf 7 Lincoln Road Foxboro, MA 02035 Offering our customers the most complete line of products, service & expertise in the industry. Ron Tumiski (508) 697-2757 Sodco Inc. PO Box 2 Slocum, Rl 02877 1-800-341-6900 Black Beauty, Tall Fescue, Green & Fairway Height Bent, Short Cut Black Beauty, Short Cut Blue, 90-10 Fine Fescue Installation options available Contact: Jim Studley (401) 743-7616 SumCo Eco-Contracting Pond Management • Boardwalks • Streams & Wetlands • Water Infrastructure 2 Centennial Drive, Suite 4d Peabody, MA 01960 P: (978) 744-1515 E: info@sumcoeco.com Syngenta Professional Products P.O. Box 1775 Wells, ME 04090 John Bresnahan (413) 333-9914 Melissa Hyner Gugliotti (860) 221-5712 Target Specialty Products 165 Grove Street, Suite 70 Franklin, MA 02038 Supplier of fertilizer, chemicals & grass seed. Jim Pritchard, Territory Manager 401-862-1098 Glenn Larrabee (774) 670-8880 Tanto Irrigation 5 N. Payne Street Elmsford, NY 10532 Golf Irrigation specialists. Proudly providing the Golf Industry with irrigation services for over 50 Years. Ken Rago (914) 347-5770 Bill Bartels (914) 347-5151 Chase Cameron (203) 233-1482 Tim Clark (845) 325-3868 tantoirrigation.com Tom Irwin, Inc. 13 A Street Burlington, MA 01803 (800) 582-5959 www.tomirwin.com We bring you a network of professionals and innovative solutions dedicated to your success. With Tom Irwin, you’re not alone. Tuckahoe Turf Farms, Inc. PO Box 167 Wood River Junction, Rl 02894 Tuckahoe Turf grows some of the finest sod in the Northeast. We grow Kentucky Bluegrass, Fine Fescue, Tall Fescue, and Blue/Fescue blends. We also have several bentgrass varieties at both tee and green height. Please call for details. Scott McLeod (401) 230-2631 Peter DeBrusk (603) 819-9700 800-556-6985 Turf & Golf Services 13 Bachelor St. West Newbury, MA 01985 Turf & Golf Services provides golf course superintendents with resources to maximize used equipment resale value and a resource for reasonably priced, quality turf equipment. Contact Ryan Green (603) 512-2898 ryan@golfandturfservice.com Turf Products 157 Moody Rd. Enfield, CT 06082 Toro Equipment & Irrigation– Serving the industry since 1970 800-243-4355 Bill Conley Nat Binns (332) 351-5189 www.turfproductscorp.com Valley Green 14 Copper Beech Drive Kingston, MA 02364 Phone: (413) 533-0726 Fax: (413) 533-0792 “Wholesale distributor of turf products” Doug Dondero (508) 944-3262 Welch Mechanical Welch Mechanical is a mobile repair company specializing in golf course equipment. We provide a variety of services including but not limited to hydraulic and electrical systems repairs, engine repair, Sprayer calibration and repair, welding/ fabrication, and rebuilding mower reels. Please check out our website www.welchmechanical.com Winding Brook Turf Farm Wethersfield, CT and Lyman, ME 240 Griswold Road Wethersfield, CT 06109 Kathy Arcari (401) 639-5462 karcari@windingbrookturf.net www.windingbrookturf.com 31 30 Please patronize these Friends of the AssociationMay - June 2024 Golf Course Superintendents Association of New England The Newsletter–Rate Schedule THE NEWSLETTER DISPLAY ADVERTISING ORDER FORM Company Name: Address: Contact Name: Phone: Email: Issues (List month or months of publications where we will publish your ad): Amount of payment: Payment can be made by check payable to GCSANE or by credit card using the Pay Pal link on the home page of the Association's website at gcsane.org. You do not need a Pay Pal account to use your credit card. 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