1995 MTF Fund Raiser June 19 The Gailes at Lakewood Shores Resort „ The Northern Michigan Turf Managers Association is proud to announce that the 1995 Michigan Turf- grass Foundation Benefit Day will be held at the “Gailes Course” at Lakewood Shores Resort on Monday, June 19th. The outstanding young architect, who has gained deserved acclaim for his accomplishments at the “Gailes” and his other creative design and construction ventures is Kevin Aldridge. His creativity has nestled a true “Scottish Links” course in Northern Michigan. The “Gailes” at Lakewood Shores won the prestigious Golf Digest distinction as “Best Resort” for 1993 and has also been voted by Golf Digest as the fourth best golf course in Michigan. Our host for the day and owner is Mr. Stan Aldridge who has also gained a reputation both locally and na­ tionally with his many ideas and accomplishments with the “Old Course” at Indian Wood and his hosting of the Ladies 1989 and 1994 U.S. Open. Rick York, host superintendent, has through his diligent concern and guidance helped the course mature to its current stature. Craig Peters, general manager/head professional, has been a great help with the preparation of the day’s event With the success generated from previous tournaments and the reputation the “Gailes” at Lakewood Shores has already gained, we are anticipating our 1995 “Benefit Day” to be a continuing success. See insert for details and registration. 1995 MTF Field Day The 1995 Michigan Turfgrass Field Day will be For further information contact Kay at held Thursday, August 17, 1995, at the Hancock 517/321-1660. Turfgrass Research Center, Michigan State Universi­ ty, East Lansing, MI. Details regarding this event will be mailed in July. - NOTICE - — CLIP AND SAVE ———————~— NEXT MEETING: Z 1995 Meeting Schedule ' July 11th July 11 .......................... White Pine National White Pine National Hubbard Lake Hubbard Lake August 15 ........................... The Rose, Leroy September.......................... The Natural, Gaylord NMTMA Fundraiser Watch Turf Times October 10 .......................... The Legend, Bellaire for details \ Chapter Championship , _______ _______________________________ X Michigan Pesticide Their Approach Our Approach To Boosting Potash. To Boosting Potash. Container Recycling in 1995 There are 116 dealerships and co-ops that have agreed to hold pesticide container recycling programs in 1995. Check with your local dealer to determine if they are participating. For a list of the participants, contact Lynnae Jess at the Pesticide Education Program office via e-mail jess@msuces.canr.msu.edu or (517) 355- 0117. Improved disease tolerance. Enhanced drought Each dealer will be inspecting their own containers resistance. And a complete, balanced feeding. In a homoge­ and we are encouraging them to collect containers neous mixture to ensure uniform nutrient distribution. Country Club 8-4-24 simply outdistances the competition. throughout the season. Some deaerships may only collect on the first Tuesday of the month, some may collect every Wednesday, and others may collect whenever their customers bring containers in. Country Club The goal is to collect 25% of the containers which 8-4-24 would be about 125,000 containers. The following are the dealerships and co-ops in our area that have agreed to hold pesticide container recy­ Tri-Turf Randy Rogers cling programs: Traverse City, MI Michigan 1. NW Hort Station - Traverse City 2. Countrymark - Scottville (616) 943-8343 (313) 673-7146 3. Countrymark - Traverse City 4. Grower Service - Bear Lake Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish 5. Grower Service - Williamsburg one's growth without destroying one's roots. Superb Service first-call through The TORO system life____ of Competition Commercial Pump —--------- ’ z____________ . Does It All! 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BOX 246 • SPARTA, Ml • 616-887-7301 1050 OPDYKE RD. • AUBURN HILLS, Ml • 810-373-8800 Call today for complete information. 30650 WEST 8 MILE RD. • FARMINGTON HILLS, Ml • 810-476-3664 (800) 426-0370 2 1995 Pesticide Waste Cleanup to be Scheduled May 31, 1995 Dear Pesticide Handlers: A fourth Agricultural/Turfgrass Pesticide Waste Collection Program is being planned for the seven county area of Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse County, Kalkaska and Leelanau in August of 1995. The collection will include farms, the turf- grass industry, nurseries, and the Grand Traverse Band farms. The pesticide collection program in the fall of 1992 was very successful. Seventy-five growers in the five county region participat­ ed and 4,662 pounds and 1,262 gallons of materials were collected at a cost of $37, 607, funded by a Michigan Department of Agri­ culture (MDA) Grant. Although there was no cost to the operator, the NW Farm Pesticide Collection Program in the Fall of 1992 incurred an average cost of $500 per farm. The program will be a cooperative effort between the Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division of the MDA, MSU Extension, the Grand Traverse County Deputy Administrator, the Michigan DNR and the Michigan Department of Public Health, the N.W. Area Farm Bureau county and Regional Offices, along with the support of the County Boards of Commissioners, Northern Michigan Turfgrass Managers Association, Native American Intertribal Council and the Grand Traverse Band. The funding for the 1995 Agricultural/Turfgrass Pesticide Collection comes from a grant through the MDA. They are utilizing a Clean Sweep Grand from the EPA along with MDA funds to make the program possible. We do not anticipate any costs to partici­ pate in this year’s program. However, donations will be accepted to defray costs and take in more material. If the amount of materi­ als to be disposed of exceeds available funding, we may have to reduce the amounts individuals can bring in or charge on a cost per pound basis for amounts above allocations. The costs and risks of retaining old, unlabeled pesticides can be great. The liability and clean up costs of incidents can be high. To properly dispose of these chemicals through licensed waste haulers has proven to be very expensive. To plan the 1995 collection program, we are asking each interested firm operator to fill out the form on the back of this letter and return it to the MSU Extension Office in their county by June 9. The forms you submit will be returned to you at the time delivery schedules are announced so you can utilize the list in assembling your materials on the collection day. Pesticides eligible for this collection include those that are no longer labeled, discontinued, or unusable. The information will be confidential and will not be shared with anyone, with the exception of MSU Extension staff and other in­ dividuals on the collection program planning committee. After the forms are returned, you will be contacted with further information, including a specific delivery schedule. The collection will be at the facility in the Traverse City area along with some Waste Hauler Truck stops in Emmet, Charlevoix and Antrim Counties. This program can help you and our environment by eliminating old pesticides. All the agencies involved urge you to take advan­ tage of this opportunity. Please review the fact sheet below and call your MSU Extension Office if you need further information. For counties in Western Michigan south of the above seven county area, call you local MSU Exntension Office for details and pick-up sites. Sincerely, MICHIGAN STATE Andy L. Norman UNIVERSITY District Turfgrass Agent & Coordinator MSU/NMC Plant Science Program EXTENSION 1995 Agricultural/Turfgrass Pesticide Waste Collection Program Fact Sheet Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, A. We need to know not only your name but the types and Kalkaska & Leelanau Counties. amounts of waste that you would like to dispose of. The na­ 1) . Q. What wastes are eligible? ture of some materials may require that we obtain additional A. Only pesticide products (herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, information from you. We also need to communicate more in­ etc.) that are waste because they are no longer labeled, discon­ formation as the collection day approaches. tinued, or unusable. Old pest control poisons are especially Throughout this process, and after, your name will be kept in targeted. the strictest confidence. You will have the opportunity at any The following are NOT eligible: point to withdraw from the program with no questions asked. Information will be destroyed after the program is completed. Empty containers (empty containers can go to the landfill if triple rinsed and punctured.) 4) . Q. What are the risks involved? A. There are some risks in safely delivering the material to the NOTE: 1 and 2-1/2 gallon and larger plastic containers can be taken collection site. However, there exists a significant risk to your to the Plastic Pesticide Container Recycling Program at some area chem­ farm operation and the environment if left on the farm or if not ical dealers. disposed of properly. After the product is delivered there is no old solvents and paints contaminated gasoline risk; it will be assumed by MDA and/or the licensed hauler. motor oil antifreeze 5) . Q. When and where will this collection take place? household products A. In August of 1995. The primary collection site will be in Tra­ Contact your local Solid Waste Commission or MSU Extension Of­ verse City. In addition, truck pickups will be made in Antrim, fice for disposal information. Charlevoix and Emmet Counties. The exact day and location 2) . Q. I have a product that I do not want anymore but it is still regis­ will be sent to you when setting an appointment time for you tered and usable, what can I do? to deliver your materials. A. Try to give it to another farmer who can use it. Otherwise, list 6) . Q. If I have additional questions concerning the Pesticide Waste the material on the form and note that it is still usable. Collection Program, who can I ask? 3) . Q. Why do you need to know my name? A. Your local MSU Extension Office. 3 Application for Waste Pesticide Disposai COMPLETE THIS FORM AND RETURN TO: TELEPHONE: (__)________________________ ANDY NORMAN MSU North Due Date: ---------------------------------------------------- 812 South Garfield Ave. Suite 1 /Garfield Courts I.D. # _____________________ (Office Use Only) Traverse City, Ml 49686-3464 GENERAL INFORMATION Company or Farmer’s Name Telephone: Contact Person: Telephone: Mailing Address Street: City State Zip County (Where waste is located if different from address above): Use other sheets if necessary I verify that all information provided here is true to the best of my knowledge and that waste pesti­ cides presented for disposal were generated through activities in Michigan. Signature: Date: Participate Classification (please circle one) A. Farm B. Ag related business C. Turf/Landscape/Greenhouse D. Other Is Item Amount Trade Name Common Name Product Container Needs Solids Liquids Usable Size Repkg (Pounds) (Gallons) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. I.D.# _______________________ (Office Use Only) 4 19th Annual Michigan 3^, x Turfgrass Foundation Benefit Day The Gailes Oscoda, MI ■ Monday, June 19th, 1995 Entry Fee: $70.00 per player ■ $280.00 per team Proceeds will go to Michigan Turf Foundation Turfgrass Research Fund • Four Man Best Ball Best Two of Four Full Handicap Haketoooh ^Ijoteö Meöort Team Prizes & Prizes for individual Events • Includes: To reach Lakewood Shores Take 1-75 to Exit 188 at Standish. 1. Golf (Shot Guns 7:30 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.) Turn north on Highway US 23 to Oscoda. In Oscoda turn left on 2. Golf Carts Highway F-41, then right on Cedar Lake Road, 4 1/2 miles 3. Cocktail Hour to Lakewood Shores 4. Dinner (Morning Players - 2:30, Afternoon - 7:30) In case of inclement weather, the banquets will be held as scheduled. Entry Form Players Handicap Preferred Starting Times All Tee Times are Shot Gun 7:30 a.m. □ assinged on a first come, first served basis and will be Shot Gun 2:00 p.m. □ confirmed by mail. Make checks payable to N.M.T.M.A. and along with entrees, send to: David Little 504 Church Street ■ East Tawas, MI 48730 HUGGETT SOD FARM, INC. CUAeckwic’s Co/ine/i ) By Dan Hunt ♦ TOP QUALITY SOD Supt., Smith Course, Treetops-Sylvan Resort • PENNCROSS or PENNLINKS or PROVIDENCE It’s that time of the year again. Time to switch gears into over­ BENT (Crown on mason sand or loam soil). drive. Time to wipe the dust off all of the equipment that has been sitting in cold storage for the last six months. What will this summer bring? Will there be many rainy days • SHADE MIX (Bluegrass, Fescue mix for with the crew hanging around the shop working on rainy day fairways & erosion control.) - Good on projects, bugging the mechanic? 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Reed Jeffrey Holmes, CGCS Vice-President Michael Meindertsma Rick Warren 3733 Apollo Dr. David Pretznow Traverse City, MI 49684 David Little, CGCS Secretary/Treasurer Phone 616-943-8343 Dave Foucher The NMTMA appreciates the support from the following businesses... • GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE • • FULL SERVICE: EQUIPMENT Commercial Turf Equipment L.L.C. Boylan Sales, Inc. & IRRIGATION • Pat Boylan • Kathy Hanson John Kirtland (810) 858-7705 Valley Turf, Inc. (616)685-6828 • (810)742-370 (616) 532-2885 (810)994-1424 (800) 688-3605 - Parts Only Pat Conry • FERTILIZERS, CHEMICALS & SEED • TORO Spartan Distributors, Inc. 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