President’s Message First and fore­ retary in the past (we the newly elected newsletter is the annual most, Brian Holmes de­ resigned her for a Board members Scott report for your review. serves a huge thank you multi-year contract), Pulaski from Treetops If you have any ques­ for the amount of time Dan Hunt from Tree- and Craig Hoffman tions, please feel free to and energy he has put tops will continue to from The Rock at contact a Board mem­ into this association. head the finance de­ Woodmoor Resort. We ber. His dedication is partment, acting as all look forward to Thank-you for matched by very few. Treasurer. Tom Reed maximizing the asso­ the opportunity to sit in His knowledge and ex­ Sr. from Tri-Turf is ciation's potential goals the big chair and I look perience will be sorely serving as Executive during our term. forward to continuing missed on the Board. Secretary. Rounding As we approach the standards set forth The new offi­ out the Board are Jim the new millennium, by our preceding cers of the NMTMA Olli from Grandview it's a scary thought that Boards. board are Steve G.C., Jim Toiiefson I've been chosen to lead Hammon from Trav­ from A-ga-ming G.C., this organization. That Daniel J. Bissonette erse City Golf and Kevin Henley from the could mean two things: Golf Course Superin­ Country Club, who will Natural at Beaver either it's the end of the tendent serve as Vice-president. Creek Resort, Kim Ol­ world as we know it or Walloon Lake Country Karen O'Dell from son from Turfgrass Inc. a unique experience for Club Black Bear Golf and Mike Allison from the NMTMA for Course has done an Spartan Distributors. I awhile. outstanding job as Sec­ would like to welcome Enclosed in the MDA RUP Y2K: Michigan Department of Agriculture Has Your (New) Number! You’ve got to MDA’s use of pesticide signed nine digit num­ license’s occupational feel mixed emotions applicators’ social se­ ber” system, used be­ license. The Regulated about the Michigan De­ curity numbers as the fore the switch to SS Occupational Support partment of Agricul­ Restricted-Use Pesti­ numbers a few years Enforcement Act (236) ture’s (MDA) cide (RUP) certifica­ back. of 1996 says “can’t do “Important Notice” tion numbers is prohib­ Seems another it,” so MDA must reis­ about “ New Applicator ited by law! Now state agency prohibits sue new numbers and Credentials” sent out in MDA has to go back to the display of Social new cards for all the September. Seems the old “computer as urity numbers on a (Continued on page 4) Page 1 BEARD ________________________________ Is golf a traditional game or is it going to the dogs??? Tra-di-tion 1 : an in­ It then occurred ment? My friends can growing up. In fact, it herited, established, or to me this group was heckle me and vise-a- has become tradition to customary pattern of playing as a five-some versa, but we're only change things even if thought, action, or be­ plus the added four playing for pride and they don't need chang­ havior (as in religious legged furball. I only some change not some ing. Well change is practice or social cus­ hoped this group would corporate sponsored here to stay and maybe tom) finish in the four hours $1,000,000 champion­ my acceptance level for 2 : the handing down of they were given at the ship. Then and only these shortcomings has information, beliefs, start of the round or the then would I accept any to change with the and customs by word or pace-of-play police negative consultation times. I know the fall mouth or by example would surely arrive to from a stranger. By the season is changing to from one generation to arrest them. way has golfing be­ winter and lots of snow another without written You can bet that come part of the WWF will have all northern instruction only one out of five in circuit??? I'm waiting Michigan courses look­ 3 : cultural continuity the group fixed their for Colin Montgomerie ing the same. I'm cer­ in social attitudes and hallmark to insure the and his Posse' to give tain somebody will say instruction 4: charac­ next four golfers had an the "Suck It" maneuver. why does our golf teristic manner, extra hallmark to repair With the change course have yellow method, or style plus their own. Who in society's attitudes snow and the course On my made this idea up? If and expectations, the down the road look so "customary pattern" everyone fixed their practice of leaving the white??? Could it be, home from Walloon own and we wouldn't brain at home has be­ you’re the fire hydrant? Lake Country Club Oc­ have the "somebody come commonplace. Anyhow, the tober 29th, another tra­ else will get it" theory. One way of influencing only reasons I could ditionally beautiful day The golf cart some of these less than come up with as to why in Northern Michigan, I parked on the collar is a accepted flaws is to Fido was on the green had observed a group time honored tradition I write down rules and were either the man of golfers on a green at feel every golfing par­ common maintenance needed the leader dog a golf course in our ent should teach their practices and post them to read his putts or the area. The only thing children. I mean, how on the steering wheel superintendent wanted odd about this was the else are we going to of golf carts. That's a to apply a little more fact that one guy had a educate them that this super idea!!! Maybe it organic fertilizer to the putter in one hand and is a game of speed. could be made in short grass. a dog leash in the other. The one golfer didn't Braille to cover the This satirical My assumption was in­ seem to mind hitting a people who actually story is fictional and for correct that the k-9 was flop shot over the Club- read those things. I've your reading enjoyment brought along to car until the dog barked even bought more trash only. "retrieve" the Titleist during his backswing. cans... never mind, we from the cup as I ob­ Speaking of won't go there. Daniel J. Bissonette served the dog clawing barking... since when It seems tradi­ Golf Course Superintendent Walloon Lake Country Club his way back off the has it been a custom to tional things have green while his owner verbally abuse someone changed a little from tended the flagstick. during a golf tourna­ what I was taught Page 2 Your 1999 N.M.T.M.A. Distinguished Service Award winner is......... The Northern the past 23 years he has active member of the children and 6 grand Michigan Turf Manag­ served on the Board of Michigan Turfgrass children. Please join us ers Association is proud Directors and has been Foundation and the in the Michigan Hospi­ to present this years the membership chair­ Golf Course Superin­ tality room at the New Distinguished Service man since 1984. In tendent’s Association Orleans Marriott on Award to Tom Reed, 1986 Tom decided he since 1984 as well as an Thursday February 17 Sr. from Tri Turf Inc. would take the position early member of the to congratulate him and Tom became a member of the Board’s Execu­ MTF Founders Society. his wife Nancy. of the Northern Michi­ tive Secretary and con­ Tom has been married gan Turf Managers As­ tinues to hold that posi­ to his wife Nancy for Steve Hammon sociation in 1973. For tion. Tom has been an 43 years, has seven 2000 NMTMA Committees Program & Golf: Jim Olli & Kim Olson Student Scholarship: Jim Tollefson Member Scholarship: Jim Tollefson Membership: Karen O'Dell By-Laws/Ethics: Scott Pulaski Finance: Dan Hunt, Education: Kevin Henley, Craig Hoffman MTF Fundraiser: Steve Hammon N.M.T.M.A. Fundraiser: Dan Bissonette Environmental: Steve Hammon Picnic: Kim Olson M.T.F./G.C.S.A.A. Liaison: Karen O’Dell Publications: Scott Pulaski If you are interested in getting involved with NMTMA, please contact any of these people. All the com­ mittees would be happy to have you help out. For Sale: 1993 Jacobson LF100 Fairway Mower, 4wd, 2259 hours, 60% reel life, Heavy Duty rear rollers, excellent condition. $5,000.00 or best offer. Mistwood Golf Course 1998 Cushman TD 2000, 5th wheel topdresser. Brand new only used one time. $6,000.00 Mistwood Golf Course Contact Scott Adams for additional information: (231) 275-5999 Page 3 Eagle Glen Golf Course Joins Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary System FARWELL, MI- Eagle Golf Association. These projects may in­ in the Audubon Coop­ Glen Golf Course has "The open space clude: placing nesting erative Sanctuary Pro­ received certification in of a golf course is util­ boxes for cavity-nesting gram is designed to rec­ Environmental Plan­ ized not only by golf­ birds such as bluebirds ognize and support golf ning from the Audubon ers, but is habitat for a and swallows, utilizing courses that have Cooperative Sanctuary variety of wildlife spe­ integrated pest manage­ worked to ensure a high (ACSS), an interna­ cies." Explained Joellen ment techniques, con­ degree of environ­ tional program de­ Zeh, Staff Ecologist for serving water, and mental quality for both signed to help landown­ Audubon International. maintaining food and people and wildlife on ers preserve and en­ “We welcome Eagle cover for wildlife. the golf course. The hance the environ­ Glen Golf Course’s “The Coopera­ rewards of an environ­ mental quality of their commitment to the en­ tive Sanctuary System mentally sensitive golf property. vironment and to man­ benefits both people course not only benefit The ACSS pro­ aging the golf course and wildlife,” said Zeh. the course, but extend vides and advisory with wildlife in mind.” “It’s a great way for to the larger commu­ service to help golf By joining and golf courses and envi­ nity, in which the prop­ courses develop effec­ participating in the ronmental organiza­ erty is located. All of tive conservation and ACSS, Eagle Glen Golf tions to work together us involved with Eagle wildlife enhancement Course will be involved to become better stew­ Glen are proud of this programs. This world­ in projects that enhance ards of land and natural achievement, and are wide effort is coordi­ habitat for wildlife on resources.” looking forward to nated by Audubon In­ the golf course and pre­ George working hand in hand ternational and the Golf serve natural resources Shephard, Eagle Glen with Audubon Interna­ Program is sponsored for the benefit of the Course Superintendent, tional in reaching all of by the United States local community. explains; Certification our environmental re- (Continuedfrom page 1) and later, will be receiving numbers will be re­ NMTMA current certified pesticide their new cards-with new quired to purchase Re­ applicators in Michigan. numbers-also by mail this stricted-Use-Pesticides. Scholarship Yikes! month. Either the “old” Winner Applicators with SS number or the new credentials expiring De­ nine-digit number can be Congratulations to cember 31, 1999, will first used to purchase Re­ Abigail Jannazzo for see their new numbers on stricted-Use Pesticides being awarded the their renewal application. through December 31, NMTMA Member Those certified applica­ 1999. Scholarship. tors whose credentials ex­ Beginning January 1, pire December 31,2000 2000, new certification Page 4 1999 N.M.T.M.A. ANNUAL REPORT SUBMITTED BY YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Brian Holmes VICE-PRESIDENT Dan Bissonette SECRETARY/TREASURER Dan Hunt RECORDING SECRETARY Karen O’Dell EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Tom Reed, Sr. DIRECTOR Jim Tollefson, CGCS DIRECTOR Paul Holmes, CGCS DIRECTOR Mike Allison DIRECTOR Kevin Henley DIRECTOR Jim Olli, CGCS DIRECTOR Steve Hammon DIRECTOR Kimberly Olson 10-5-99 Page 5 1999 N.M.T.M.A. COMMITTEE REPORTS Program and Golf - Jim Olli May: The May meeting was the first ever joint meeting between the N.M.T.M.A. and the Western Michigan GCSA. It was well attended and held at the St. Ives Golf Course in Stan­ wood. Alex Greenacre was the host superintendent. The speakers were Kathy Antaya, CGCS and Gordy LaFontaine. They updated those attending on current Michigan Turfgrass Foundation activities. August: The August meeting was held at Lakes of the North G. C. near Mancelona. Over 50 people enjoyed the day with Scott Brown hosting the event. Jim Hammon, rules official with the Michigan PGA gave an educational and entertaining mini-seminar on The Rules of Golf. Participation was good at this years events. Please feel free to contact a Board member if you have ideas or opinions for future events. Future meeting sites are always needed, so please consider hosting a meeting. Scholarship - Jim Tollefson, CGCS & Eric Denoyer Jim Tollefson gave a presentation and handed out forms at M.S.U. in December 1998 for the college student scholarship. Applications were received and interviews conducted on cam­ pus in January 1999. Interview committee consisted of Jim Tollefson and Eric Denoyer. This year’s winner was Tracy Edwards. His letter of appreciation was included in our spring newsletter. This year we received 6 applications for the N.M.T.M.A. member’s scholarship. This year’s topic was “Golf Courses Positive Impact on the Environment”. The judging committee was divided between Journalism and English teachers from high school teachers in northwest Michigan. This year’s winner was Abigail Jannazzo from Traverse City. She is the daughter of Eugene Jannazzo and is an entering freshman at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Her interests include the following: National Honor Society, Marching Band, Symphony Band, Special Olympics volunteer, Ballet, and Pep Band. N.M.T.M.A. Fundraiser - Dan Bissonette The September 14th Fundraiser went very well. We had 104 participants. Income received was $9,780.00; Expenses were $5,843.78 for a total profit of $3,936.22. Our appreciation to Indian River Golf Club for hosting our event. Page 6 Membership - Steve Hammon & Tom Reed, Sr. Following are the number of members we have had in the past two years and how our current membership stands as of 9-27-99. CLASS NUMBER OF MEMBERS 1997 1998 1999 A 140 132 137 B 50 46 48 C 3 16 25 D 26 18 14 E 10 12 10 F 24 21 21 G 81 74 77 H 13 16 16 M 0 5 2 TOTAL 347 340 350 This year we have had 20 people not renew their membership. (10 golf related and 10 ven­ dors). This year we also updated our membership application form with a cleaner, fresh look. Nominating Committee - Brian Holmes The nominating committee submits the following names for the 1999 Annual Meeting: Superintendent DAN BISSONETTE - Walloon Lake C. C. CRAIG HOFFMAN - The Rock PAUL HOLMES - Gaylord C. C. SCOTT PULASKI - Treetops Sustaining Member MIKE ALLISON - Spartan Distributors BOB DOEZEMA - Valley Turf, Inc. Page 7 Environmental - Steve Hammon & Tom Reed, Sr. On March 19, 1999 the N.M.T.M.A. and Treetops Sylvan Resort were glad to co-host the Michigan Turfgrass Environmental Stewardship Program Workshop. Superintendents from all over the state of Michigan attended this all day workshop. Superintendents listened to state officials explain specific rules and regulations that directly affected their golf course. Each attendee was given a step by step manual on how to become a member of the MTESP. During the Spring N.M.T.M.A. Mini-Conference we had Paul Emling, Superintendent at Arcadia Bluffs, give us a presentation on what really happened before, during and after their major bluff corrosion situation. Paul did an excellent job documenting the events that took place before and after the washout with video, still photos and aerial pictures of the property and surrounding area. This past August, Greg Lyman, the Environmental Specialist from Michigan State University was involved with a Pollution Prevention Conference in Traverse City. Greg organized a field trip for 40 conference members to take a tour of the golf courses at the Grand Traverse Resort. Before the tour, Jon Maddem gave a presentation about the Michigan Turfgrass En­ vironmental Stewardship Program. Then the conference guests where greeted by local Su­ perintendents; Jon Maddem, Jim Bluck, Paul Galligan, Kathy Antaya and Karen O’Dell at the resort. The guests were educated on such topics as buffer zones, pest identification, fer­ tilizer types and rates, IPM, disease identification, maintenance equipment and comparing turf management to cherry and com management. The course tour and education was a great success. Publications - Scott Pulaski 5 issues of the Turf Times newsletter were sent out to our members. As always, any input from the membership regarding topics/suggestions/comments/articles is much appreciated. This year the Turf Times were also put together on a home computer and e-mailed to Kay to be printed. Doing this saved the organization around $ 100 per issue. A new printing company was used for the membership directory, which resulted in a sub­ stantial printing savings. We plan to use this company again this year. Remember, the direc­ tory is only as accurate as the information that we have on file for you. As you receive your membership renewal, please take a few moments to make any corrections on your invoice. The advertising portion of the directory remained the same. Page 8 Northern Michigan Turf Managers Association P.O. Box 80086 • Lansing, Michigan 48908 TITLE OF POSITION Golf Course Superintendent____________________________ COURSE NAME Rogers City Country Club______________________________ Rogers City, Ml 49779 COURSE OPERATION: 18 hole public golf course. Back 9 holes opened July 2nd, 1999. Penncross greens on new 9. Bent and poa greens on front 9 holes. Bluegrass tees and fairways throughout. New Toro electric irrigation on new 9. REQUIREMENTS: Must have excellent communication skills to direct and supervise all maintenance practices. Good knowledge to maintain and repair Toro equipment along with Toro LTC irrigation. Must have ability to prepare an annual cost of operation budget. Pesticide license a must. ANNUAL SALARY: $22,000 - 25,000 for 36 weeks. BENEFITS: Hospitalization, life insurance, retirement and local and national professional dues. SEND RESUME TO: Rogers City Country Club P. O. Box 186, Rogers City, Ml 49779 800-434-2187 - Attention Phil APPLICATION DEADLINE: ASAP until March 1, 2000 The NMTMA appreciates the support from the following businesses... •IRRIGATION* •FERTILIZER, CHEMICAL & SEED* •FERTILIZER, CHEMICAL & SEED* Theilen Turf Irrigation, Inc. Rhino Seeds & landscape Supply Golf Course Installations Benham Turf Partners KathleenHilbert (517) 773-3409 Leading the Industry in Turf A Ornamental Mgt. (800) 482-31301 (877) 744-6657 (800) 482-6520 Century Rain Aid •EQUIPMENT, SERVICE & SUPPLIES* Legacv Golf Tri-Turf (800) 347-4272 A Warehouse on Wheels D &. C Distributors, Inc. (616) 943-8343 / (800) 636-7039 Your One Stop Shop Valley Turf Inc. © (800) 888-7779 / Fax (248) 446-1654 Your Reel Support in Northern Michigan CHIPCO 26 GT (616) 369-3482 • (800) 688-3605 Bob Dugan Turf Services, Inc. (734) 782-0323 Matt Heiss •SOD, SOIL, & CONSTRUCTION* (616) 842-4975 Turfgrass Inc. Beck Sod Farm We Serve You Better Weingartz Golf & Turf George or Lois Beck (800) 521-8873 Don Alexander (800) 968-2325 / Fax (517) 864-3055 (888) 453-8873 / (616) 696-2913 The Scotts Company Huggett Sod Farm, Inc. John Skaife Valley Turf Inc. Top Quality Sod/Bent, Trees A Peat (248) 698-2358 Your Reel Support in Northern Michigan (517) 635-7482 / Fax (517) 635-7484 (616) 369-3482 • (800) 688-3605 Lebanon-Composite P.L.N. Fertilizer Bunting Sand &. Gravel Products Inc. The Best Agronomics/ Value Available •GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE* Robert Resteiner Randy (248) 673-7146 (517) 345-2373 Tire Wholesalers Company-North Sweeny Seed Company Dan Cress - Tires A Tubes Tri Turf Soils, Inc. It Pays to Plant the Best (616) 775-6666 • Fax (616) 775-8810 Precision Made Soils for all Uses (800) 344-2482 / (517) 773-5391 (616) 943-7806 / (888) 616-7806 Boylan Sales Inc. Turf Chemicals, Inc. Yamaha Golf Cars •CONTRACT SERVICES* Fertilizers For Better Turf (616) 685-6828 • (810) 742-3700 517-725-7145 Fax 517-723-7410 Commercial/ Environmental Turf Services E-Z-Go Golf Cars Distributing Soil Reliever A Terra Topper United Horticultural Supply John Roddy (800) 231-5296 / (248) 858-7700 Finest Product Available Todav (800) 336-1016 / (616) 938-1118 (887) 802-2970 / (517) 274-8188 Turf Services, Inc. •ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN &. CONSULTING* Matt Heiss Green Growth Supply Co., Inc. (616) 842-4975 Providing A Balance for All Seasons C. J. Colein & Associates, Inc. (800)315-5777 Fax (800) 501-9902 Carol Colein (248) 656-6805 k and we encourage you to support them Northern Michigan Turf Managers Association P.O. Box 80086 Lansing, Michigan 48908 Dr. James B. Beard NMTMA Executive Committee International Sports Turf Box 10065 Dan Bissonette President College Station, TX 77842 Steve Hammon Vice President Dan Hunt Treasurer Tom Reed Executive Secretary Karen O’Dell Recording Secretary