Volume 22, Number 6 • August 1992 President’s Message Special Feature All the News . . . A Year-and-a-Half With the Hydroject That’s Fit to Print Pat Lucas Surveys Area Superintendents on Their Hydroject Experience—and Offers a Few Insights of His Own ot since the introduction of the triplex greensmower has a single piece of he end of the season may be fast equipment generated as much interest as the Toro Hydroject (HJ). Its approaching, but our association initial attraction was that it allows you to aerify with only minimum surface events are still in full swing. I disturbance. But after a year-and-a-half on the market, what most superin­ want to offer special thanks to the tendents are more interested in knowing is, “Does it really work?” Pakkala family and the Wood way Coun­ Though, admittedly, there’s still a lot to be learned, I and several other area try Club for hosting one o f our latest— superintendents who have used the HJ extensively can shed some light on the and longest-running—events, the an­ inner workings—and the pros and cons—of the machine. nual family picnic. Here, first, are the perceptions of Winged Foot’s Bob Alonzi, Racebrook’s John This year, more than 100—including a large group of youngsters—enjoyed an Gallagher, and Sleepy Hollow’s Joe Camberato. Then read on for a few solutions to some of the problems I ’ve encountered—as both a golf course superintendent afternoon and evening of Olympic and commercial operator of the HJ. My hope is that they’ll spare you hours of games (I thought I was in Barcelona) trial-and-error when operating the Toro Hydroject on your course. and seaside dining at the Woodway Beach Club. This year, we went out in July and The only thing missing was the Pak­ First-Hand Experience With the Hydroject again just recently to alleviate any stress. kala family; they were vacationing in Bob Alonzi, CGCS, Winged Foot Golf Club, Results: The HJ—combined with other California. I hope they enjoyed their Mamaroneck, NY practices, such as summer patch control, trip as much as we enjoyed the picnic. Objective: We’re a heavily played club, so and spring and fall coring—does seem to we get a lot o f soil compaction—parti­ help combat the effects of heavy play on Field Day Update: Come One, Come All cularly in June, July, and August. Our our small greens. It’s hard to tell, By now, you’ve seen the fliers for the prime objective with the Hydroject was though, whether our fall treatment did Professional Turfgrass Field Day. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, the to try to alleviate that compaction with­ improve drainage. out inconveniencing our membership. Comments: A concern I have with long­ event will once again be held at the Use: Last year, we did all the greens term use o f the HJ is soil separation Westchester Country Club in Rye, NY. twice during the summer and once late below the surface. This situation should And as veteran field-day goers know, it fall. The fall treatment was intended to be carefully monitored. I don’t think offers our commercial members and the HJ replaces Coring, (continued on pa^e 4) improve drainage during the winter. representatives the opportunity to dis­ play and demonstrate their products and equipment. For superintendents, it’s a free educational opportunity—and a 0 September’s Meeting Site and Host @ Scholarship Winners and Other great way to evaluate a lot o f products Member Notables in a short period of time. ( 7) Tournament Wins and Team This year’s event will feature a repeat Championship Qualifiers (2) The MetGCSA Wants You—01 Your of the popular reel grinding and turf Board Nominations renovation clinics, (continued on pa£fc 3) 0 A Long List of Events T N I Notable Notes Seven Earn MetGCSA Scholarships ongratulations to this year’s scholarship award recipients Holly Gonyea, Keith Kubik, Lisa M on­ teleone, Shannon Mulligan, Robert Pierpoint, Cline Propst, and Michael Scheyhing. Honored at the MetGCSA’s July 14 meeting at Siwanoy Country Club, the recipients were selected by the Scholar­ ship & Research Committee based on their maturity, academic achievement, industriousness, extracurricular activi­ ties, and application completion. Here’a a little background on these outstanding achievers: Holly Gonyea, daughter of Rye Golf Club Superintendent Dick Gonyea, is a second-time scholarship recipient. She will be entering her junior year at the University o f New Hampshire as a liberal arts major. Keith Kubik, son of Ken K ubik of Grass Roots Turf Products, plans to pursue a degree in agronomy. H e’s been accepted to both Rutgers Univer­ sity’s Cook College and Delaware Val­ ley College o f Science and Agriculture. Lisa Monteleone, a recent high school graduate, will be attending Iona College this fall. Lisa’s father, Dom M onteleone, is assistant superintendent at Wykagyl Country Club. Shannon Mulligan received a B.S. from the University of Massachusetts in May 1989 and then entered the New England College o f Optometry, where she’ll receive her doctor of optometry in May 1993. Shannon’s father, Terry M ulligan, is an equipment manager at Silver Spring Country Club. Robert Pierpoint, another second­ time scholarship recipient, completed C his associate’s in Turf Management and Landscape Design from the SUNY Agricultural and Technical College in Delhi, NY, in 1991. H e’s currently working toward a B.S. in agronomy at Penn State University. Robert’s father, George Pierpoint, is superintendent of Ardsley Country Club. Cline Propst holds a bachelor’s from Western Connecticut State Uni­ versity and is a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts Winter Turf School. He is a MetGCSA mem­ ber and an assistant superintendent at Silver Spring Country Club. Our final scholarship recipient, Michael Scheyhing, is currently attend­ ing SUNY Agricultural and Technical College in Cobleskill, NY, where he plans to complete his bachelor’s in December. Michael’s father, Fred Scheyhing, is superintendent of Mount Kisco Country Club. Board of Director* President TIMOTHY O'NEILL, CGCS Country Club of Darien Vice President JOSEPH ALONZI, CGCS Fenway Golf Club Secretary JOHN O'KEEFE, CGCS Preakness Hills Country Club Treasurer EARLMILLETT Ridgeway Country Club Past President LAWRENCE PAKKALA, CGCS Woodway Country Club JOHN CARLONE Middle Bay Country Club MATTHEW CEPLO Westchester Hills Golf Club WILLIAM HEINTZ Hampshire Country Club MICHAEL M0NG0N Areola Country Club Births TIMOTHY MOORE Knollwood Country Club Congratulations to Frank Amodio of Valley View Greenhouse in South Salem, NY, and his wife Jean on the birth of their daughter, Katherine Marie, May 20. JEFFREY SCOTT, CGCS Apawamis Club STEVEN SWEET Westchester Country Club ALLAN TRETERA Turf Products Corp. Recently Certified Dennis Petruzzelli, superintendent of Lakeover Country Club in Bedford Hills, NY, and member of the Met­ GCSA Communications Committee, has been designated a Certified Golf Course Superintendent by the GCSAA. Congratulations, Dennis! Executive Secretary JAN RUSSO Too to Green Staff Editors TIM MOORE 914- 592-7829 MIKE M0NG0N 201- 843-6960 Managing Editor PANDORA C.WOJICK Editorial Committee Info Alert We Want You! TONY BAVIELLO LARRY PAKKALA MATT CEPLO DENNIS PETRUZZELLI STEVE SWEET Advertising Manager MIKE M0NG0N 201- 843-6960 f you’re interested in joining the MetGCSA’s board of directors—or would like to nominate a fellow member—please contact Nominating Committee Chairman Peter Rappoccio at Silver Spring Country Club, 203-438-6720. Board members will be voted in at the November 19 Annual Meeting, so the committee would like to receive all nominations no later than September 8. I Photographer DOMINIC RICHICHI TEE TO GREEN is published eight times a year. Copyright © 1992 the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents Association. ADDRESS: P.0. Box 396, Mamaroneck, N Y 10643. (2 ) Tee to Green August 1992 Spotlight A Sneak Peak at September’s First-Time M eeting Site and H ost, Dave Kerr he September 21 MetGCSA meet­ original Devereaux Emmett design. He ing will bring members, for the was commissioned to reroute the practice green and three holes—#10, first time, to the Ridgewood #15, and #16—so they’d steer clear of Country Club in Danbury, CT. Touted as one of the best tests of golfwhat in was then a new highway coming through: Interstate 84. the state, Ridgewood was the chosen Dave came to Ridgewood in 1985. site for this year’s Connecticut Open. But he didn’t take the route to turfgrass The course conditioning for the event won high praise from both club officials management typical of most superin­ tendents. Dave graduated from Cornell and tournament competitors—a sample University in 1981 with a major in of what’s in store for meeting partici­ finance and a minor in agronomy, and pants who plan to play golf on the 21st. his first job out of college was in the The superintendent responsible for more lucrative of his two areas of study: Ridgewood’s impeccable conditions is He accepted a finance position with Dave Kerr. In addition to doing a fine Exxon Oil in Saudi Arabia. After about job with the day-to-day course groom­ a year o f pushing numbers, Dave ing, Dave and his crew have had great decided to pursue what he knew all success with numerous beautification along was his first love: a career in and course-improvement projects. agronomy. They’ve been hard at work rebuild­ He returned to the U.S. and, in ing and renovating the 75-year-old 1982, accepted a position with Shemin course’s bunkers and have completed Nurseries in Greenwich, CT. But what about half to date. Another o f their Dave had thought might be his entree ongoing projects is running new drain­ into the agronomy field ended in one age lines to eliminate the course’s many month. “I was a salesperson for wet spots. “It’s a never-ending battle,” Shemin’s,” explains Dave, “and the says Dave. hardest kind: single-product, hard sell. One of the more extensive projects I quickly realized it wasn’t for me.” Dave has undertaken is a poa annua From there, Dave went to Innis reduction program, which includes Arden in Old Greenwich, CT, and lightweight mowing, growth regulators, began what he describes as an accelerand selective herbicides, along with a bentgrass overseeding program. Equally all-encompassing, however, is his recent landscaping and beautifica­ President's Message (cont. 1) tion program. This has called for the installation of perennial and annual flowerbeds, numerous shrubs and, when That’s Fit to Print all is said and done, a total of about 400 trees. “We lost many o f the course’s feature Another bonus, as many of you know, is the MGA-sponsored seminar for trees—elms and ash—over the past 10 years,” Dave says to explain, in part, the superintendents and their green chairmen. course’s all-out tree planting effort. This session, which will precede the Another, side benefit: introducing many Field Day events, will focus on equip­ different and interesting tree varieties. ment trends in the golf industry. David “Before, the course had only the more Oatis, the USGA Green Section’s typical New England tree varieties: sugar and silver maples, elms, ash,” says regional director for the Northeast, and Dave. “Now, we’re bringing in ginkos, industry representatives will preview katsuras, zelkovas, and pagodas, among many of the pieces that will be demon­ strated that afternoon. many others.” The proceeds from the Field Day Some 20 years ago, the renowned help support our association. But only architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. added your attendance can ensure the Field a few modern touches to the course’s T ated course in turfgrass management under Superintendent Pat Lucas. He started as a laborer, and two years be­ fore moving on to Ridgewood, he was promoted to assistant superintendent. Dave readily admits he’s fortunate to have progressed so quickly in his turf management career, and he credits Pat for much o f his professional success. But he’s also quick to point out that few things have played a greater role in his life’s successes than God. “My relationship with Jesus Christ has made all things possible,” says Dave, “ . . . my job, my wife, my children.” One of Dave’s most significant involvements, not surprisingly, is his activity in his local church, where he serves as deacon. When he’s not busy with work- or • church-related activities, he enjoys gardening, beekeeping, raising rep­ tiles—particularly snakes—and playing an occasional round of golf. And of course, high on his list of favorite pastimes is being with his family: sons Timmy, 3, and Charley, who’s almost 2, and his wife of nine years, Betsy, who, word has it, is pregnant with their third child due in December. The Kerr’s live in Newtown, CT. DENNIS PETRUZZELLI, CGCS Lakeover Country Club All the News . . . Day’s success. So in addition to your green chairman, bring your assistant, mechanic, or even a crew member or two. And I ’ll see you all on the field! On the Lookout for Meeting Sites Believe it or not, it’s time to line up our 1993 meeting sites. If you and your club would like to host a meeting, please contact either of our Tourna­ ment Committee chairmen: John Carlone, 516-766-1838, or Matt Ceplo, 914-948-5023. TIM O ’NEILL, CGCS President Tee to Green August 1992 ( 3) Special Feature (con i from pg. l ì A Year-and-a-H alf With the Hydroject ten down eight to 10 inches. Adding a capful of wetting agent into the filter housing seemed to help loosen the soil. We know we’re getting improved oxygen flow to the soil because greens that had two-inch root systems mea­ sured about four inches a month after an HJ treatment. Of course, the VertiDrain has spurred even more vigorous John Gallagher, Racebrook Country Club, root growth—about six inches in depth. Orange, CT Comments: For severe soil problems, the Objective: Our greens suffer from soil HJ can’t replace core aeration. Coring enables you to gradually improve the compaction, which has created pud­ dling, reduced infiltration, and shallow soil structure, and the plugs brought to the surface allow for soil-seed contact in rooting. To remedy some of these problems—with only minimal disruption the overseeding process. I also feel the to the playing surface—we began using HJ is not the cure-all for severe drainage problems. We’ve blasted several poor the Hydroject last year. Use: We do some of our problem greens drainage areas 10 inches deep, and the water still sits there after a heavy rain. once a week during the season—not necessarily the entire green, sometimes Joe Camberato, Sleepy Hollow Country just the walk-off areas or other areas we Club, Scarborough, NY know are highly compacted. Objective: I was looking to improve the Results: With multiple blasts, we’ve got­ Coring allows you to modify the soil by incorporating amendments into the holes. I think, for now, it’s best to stick to a program that combines conven­ tional coring with deep aerification and HJ use during the summer. If nothing else, this type of program will offer a better balance in fighting compaction. ■ I F O R I I II PERFECT PU T T You’ve seen the Smooth Roll in action - grooming the greens at the following major events: oxygen exchange, root development, and water movement on my greens. I also wanted to alleviate any surface com­ paction created by using a greens roller. I decided to give the Hydroject a shot because it’s able to produce a hole deeper than the conventional aerifier’s, yet it doesn’t disturb the putting surface. Use: Last year, we ran the HJ once in late spring and again in the fall. Results: After our spring treatment—by the end of July—I saw considerable improvement in my root systems. I did have problems with the greens drying out after treatment, but I was aerifying in the middle of a very hot summer. So I put some wetting agent down, and that seemed to control the moisture loss. I skipped my regularly scheduled core aeration in the fall and used the HJ in­ stead. The HJ treatments definitely gave us better water movement. In fact, I had water movement down deeper into the green than I had roots. BUNTON 22" and 26" GREENSMOWERS When it comes to greens mainte­ nance, the Bunton 22" and 26" walkbehind greensmowers are rapidly becoming the industry standard. ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ PGA LAS VEGAS INVITATIONAL 1992 PGA-QUALIFIER 2nd ROUND CANADIAN SENIOR MENS AUSTRALIAN OPEN AUSTRALIAN MASTERS MITSUBISHI LPGA PRO-AM ^ VICTORIA OPEN * SOUTH AUSTRALIAN OPEN * AUSTRALIAN PGA EXCLUSIVELY DISTRIBUTED BY Westchester Ford Tractor, Inc. Meadow St. Goldens Bridge, NY 10526 Phone #: 914-232-7746 (4 ) Tee to Green August 1992 apart to change orflush filters is often We had a good season, but I’m not convinced yet that HJ treat­ difficult. ments are a substitute for core aeration. Solution: Coat both the housing treads I plan to core aerify this fall. and rubber “O ” ring with silicone. Also note that Toro’s metal spanner filter wrench is a real knuckle buster. Much Valuable Lessons Learned better, we’ve found, is the full-circle plastic wrench available from Ametek. Pat Lucas, CGCS, Innis Arden Golf Club/ Problem: Nozzle wear diminishes the depth Earth Works, Old Greenwich, CT Problem: Poor water quality, such as high of penetration, which runs four to seven concentrations of algae, can cause the HJ’s inches, depending on soil conditions. Solution: A new nozzle’s diameter equals on-hoard 5 micron filtration system to a #53 drill bit’s. Anything larger indi­ plug and shut down the machine. (A built-in safety device shuts down the unit cates wear. when water pressure falls below 20 PSI.) Problem: Undulating greens can pose a traction problem for single-drive wheels. Solution: Last August, Toro came out with an auxiliary portable prefiltration Solution: Follow behind the machine, leaning slightly on the steering handle system—the Ametek #HD-10—that to add extra weight to the traction goes in-line at the water source and wheel. Another option: Replace the filters the water before it reaches the machine. With its 25 micron rope-type standard smooth tire with a cleated tire. cartridge, this system handles even the Problem: The accumulator tends to lose pressure when the HJ isn’t usedfor long most difficult water quality problems. periods of time. Problem: Taking the HJ’sfilter housings Comments: I Solution: Be sure to have the HJ checked and recharged when you’re ready to put it to use after a winter in the shop. We’ll probably be seeing a second gen­ eration of HJs in the near future. Here are some of the things I think an inter­ ested buyer should look for: • All controls mounted on the han­ dle for ease of operation. The present set of controls, mounted on both the handle and side of the machine, is somewhat awkward. • An ampmeter gauge so it’s possible to monitor the unit’s electrical system. • Three-wheel drive to enable you to aerify steep slopes. • A beefed up pumping system to handle subsurface placement of chemi­ cals. For this type of application, take a look at Young Industries’ in-line proportioners. PAT LUCAS, CGCS Innis Arden Golf Club Compact price... mid size...fullperformance. BV-138 VACUUM Extendable pick-up nozzles (to 95 in. wide) 5.1 cu. yd. capacity Optional 15 ft. extension hose Hydraulic Hopper tilt unloading The mid-size Brouwer BV-138 Vac is designed for fast clean up of debris in those “hard to get at” areas where a compact, maneuverable machine is essential. This labour-saving machine features unique heavy duty dual impeller fans that power two adjustable nozzle extensions, creating exceptional suction power. 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Closest to the Pin #6 Mike Cook, Alpine Tree Care #11 Rick Schock, Wee Burn CC Low Gross Winners 177 Earl Millett, Ridgeway CC Jeff Scott, Apawamis Club (won on match o f cards) 177 Dan Cancelleri, J A . Jackson Corp. Will Heintz, Hampshire CC 76 81 82 85 87 89 90 Earl Millett, Ridgeway CC Jim Fulwider, Century CC John Carlone, Middle Bay CC Scott Niven, The Stanwich Club Dave Mahoney, Siwanoy CC Mike Medonis, Bonnie Briar CC Les Kennedy, Oak Lane CC 72 72 72 73 73 74 75 76 76 Tim O ’Neill, CC of Darien Rick Schock, Wee Burn CC Mark Fuller, Connecticut GC Gregg Stanley, Rockrimmon CC Greg Wojick, Greenwich CC Bob DeMarco, Powelton Club Tony Savone, Quaker Ridge GC Joe Alonzi, Westchester CC John Streeter, Woodbridge CC Tuesday, October 20 Wee Burn Country Club, Darien, CT Class B Social Event Second Annual Class B Outing Monday, October 26 Westchester Country Club, Rye, NY Plan now to join your fellow Class B members for a friendly round of golf. For further information, contact Steve Sweet at Westchester, 914-967-6000, ext. 360. Duke Polidor Memorial Tournament Longest Drive #4 John Carlone, Middle Bay CC Second Flight (19 and Above) 73 75 75 76 79 82 Jeff Scott, Apawamis Club Bob Alonzi, Winged Foot GC Todd Polidor, Heritage Hills Chuck Martineau, Whippoorwill Dennis Petruzzelli, Lakeover CC Tony Baviello, Pelham CC Class C Qualifiers First Flight (11-18) Superintendent/Green Chairman Tourney Special Golf Events First Round Qualifiers for the Met Area Team Championship Championship Flight (0-10) Meeting Schedule Change 69 71 71 72 72 72 74 75 75 Dan Cancelleri, J A . Jackson Corp. Greg Moran, LESCO, Inc. Mike Cook, Alpine Tree Care A1 Tretera, T urf Products Corp. Charlie Siemers, Hawthorne Bros. Joe Kennedy, Irra-Tech John Currie, Currie Landscaping Bob Lippman, Westchester T urf Supply Bob Leslie, W.A. Cleary Chemical The final qualifying round will be held at the September 21 MetGCSA meeting at Ridgewood Country Club. Class B members will qualify in the second round. Special thanks—and congratulations—to host Superintendent Dave Mahoney and his staff for providing us with a well-manicured playing field. Also many thanks to Siwanoy Manager Werner Albecht and Head Professional Daryl Smith for guaranteeing a fine dinner and day on the links. JOH N CARLONE, CGCS/M ATT CEPLO Tournament Committee Co-Chairmen Sunday, September 13 $125 entry fee includes pretourney breakfast and post-tourney cocktail hour/buffet Shotgun 9 a.m. Heritage Hills of Westchester, Somers, NY Funds go to the Duke Polidor Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to UMass Turf Management students. For further information, contact Joe Cipriano, 914-2762169; Ed Gentile, 914-276-2828; or John Currie, 914-277-4919. Met Invited to Attend CGCS Meeting Tuesday, September 22 Greenwich Country Club, Greenwich, CT Superintendent Greg Wojick invites the MetGCSA to join CT Association members in a round of golf at GCC. Watch for a mailing describing the day’s activities. Anyone inter­ ested in attending should contact Greg, 203869-1000, ext. 253, by September 17. Met Area Team Championship Monday, October 5 Country Club of Farmington, Farmington, CT Educational Events MetGCSA Professional Turfgrass Field Day Tuesday, October 13 Westchester Country Club, Rye, NY Mark your calendar now with this golden opportunity to scan area suppliers’ wares, view equipment demonstrations, and put the demos to the test. For further information, contact Al Tretera, 203-763-3581, or Jeff Scott, 914-9672100, ext. 149. Part 3, Green Chairmen Educational Series Tuesday, October 13 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Held in conjunction with the MetGCSA Professional Turfgrass Field Day) Westchester Country Club, Rye, NY For further information, contact the MGA, 914-698-0390. Tee to Green August 1992 ( 7 ) ^P»«OJttiîDIRECSffBY Patrons listed on this page are supporting our association. You are encouraged to support them. Abbey Lane Landscaping Corp. Brent J.C. Roubos RT 123, Box 27, South Salem, NY 10590 914-533-2382 ft Alpine Tree Care, Inc. ft Grass Roots T urf Products Inc. f t Shemin Nurseries Inc. f t Growth Products, Ltd. ft Stephen Kay, Golf Course Architects A1 Preston’s Garage Massey Ferguson, Sales & Service Shelton, CT 06484 203-924-1747 ft Hawthorne Bros. Tree Service Inc. Argento’s And Sons Inc. Turf Equipment: Parts and Service Louis Argento: 914-949-1152 1 Prospect Ave., White Plains, NY 10607 ft Irrigation Systems Incorporated James Barrett Associates, Inc. Golf Course Irrigation Design 8c Consulting Jim Barrett 201-744-8237 f t James Carriere 8c Sons, Inc. Bluegrass, Bentgrass, 8c Blue/Fescue Sods P.O. Box 418, Exeter, BJ 02822 David Wallace: 401-789-8177 f t The O.M. Scott 8c Sons Company Area Technical Representatives NY: Frank Marra, 516-286-7712 CT: Steve DeVito, 203-723-4190 ft The Terre Company of NJ, Inc. Byron Johnson Jr. 206 Delawanna Ave., Clifton, NJ 07014 Office: 201-473-3393 Home: 203-748-5069 Bill Carriere 7 Cottage St., Port Chester, NY 10573 914-937-2136 Topdressing, Peat, Humus, & Potting Soil Gene Evans 717-443-9596 ft LESCO, Inc. TBS Maintenance 8c Improvement Tony Bettino 102 Fulton St., White Plains, NY 10606 914-949-3362 ft Lofts Seed Inc. TLC Security Systems Electronic Surveillance, Card Keys, Door Hardware 620 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Bob Thompson: 914-698-8382 Seed, Fertilizer, Control Products, Equipment Greg Moran: 914-838-1650 800-321-5325 Golf Course & Tennis Supplies Outdoor Furniture Dominic A. Richichi 914-946-1743, FAX 914-946-0796 Floratine Products, Reveal Test Kits, Precision Small Engine Co., Flymo Dave Basconi: 203-250-TURF ft Tee And Green Sod Inc. Installation, Service, & GC System Design P.O. Box 66, Windsor, CT 06095 203-727-9227 Ed Santalone/Tim Pogue 620 Commerce St., Thorn wood, NY 10594 800-878-TURF ft D & S Steven Will and, Inc. Turf Equipment P.O. Box 9, RT 206, Augusta, NJ 07822 201-579-5656 Charles Siemers 5 Center St., Bedford Hills, NY 10507 800-235-7035 ft Atlantic Irrigation ft Dar Par Sales Renovation, Master Planning, New Golf Courses 495 New Rochelle Rd., Office 2B Bronxville, NY 10708, 914-699-4437 Clare Reinbergen/Joe Stahl P.O. Box 1259, White Plains, NY 10602 914-428-1316 Robert Mullane - Ken Clear 44 Slocum St., Norwalk, CT 06851 CT: 203-847-1855 NY: 914-948-0101 f t Blue Ridge Peat Farms Inc. Horticultural-Irrigation Supplies Jim Hespe: 203-531-7352 1081 King St., Greenwich, CT 06831 Ken Kubik: 201-361-5943 P.O. Box 336 Mt. Freedom, NJ 07970 John Morrissey P.O. Box 146, Chimney Rock Rd. Bound Brook, NJ 08805, 908-356-8700 DeBuck Sod Farm For De-Best in Quality Turfgrass Sod Fine Turf-Type Tall Fescues, Kentucky Blue Blends 914-258-4131 Magovern Co. Peter M. Moran/Bill Perry Windsor Locks, CT 800-243-7718 ft Tuckahoe T urf Farms, Inc. DeLea Sod Farms Vinnie Sasso/Joel Miller 444 Elwood Rd., East Northport, NY 11731 800-244-SODS/516-368-8022 Metro Milorganite Inc. Rick Apgar 8c Scott Apgar 365 Adams St., Bedford Hills, NY 10507 914-666-3171 f t Turf Products Corp./TO R O ft D.J. Callahan Inc. Dennis Callahan, Golf Course Renovation P.O. Box 1435, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 518-584-7080 Fine Fescue, Ryegrass, Bluegrass, Tall Fescue 3/i6 " or V 4” Bentgrass, Washing Available Skip Deubel, 800-243-7582 George Gorton, Irrigation/Al Tretera, Equipment 157 Moody Rd., Box 2576, Enfield, CT 06082 800-243-4355/203-763-3581 ft M ontco/Surf-Side/Zap! Surfactants-Defoamers Box 404, Amber, PA 19002 Robert Oeschle: 215-836-4992/215-628-3144 Turf Products Corporation Ernie Rizzio - Larry Rizzio P.O. Box 296, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 201-263-1234 Nor-Am Chemical Company David J. Sylvester 311 Carriage Dr., Kensington, CT 06037 203-828-8905 f t Valley View Greenhouse Golf Course Restoration & Renovation 113 Canal St., Shelton, CT 06484 Bruce Moore: 203-924-7272 Egypt Farms, Inc. Green Topdressing, Sand, Construction Mixes White Marsh, MD 21162 800-899-SOIL Partac Golf Course Top-Dressing Kelsey Park, Great Meadows, NJ 07838 Jim Kelsey: 800-247-2326 Bill 8c Joe Carriere: 914-937-2136 f t W.A. Cleary Chemical Co. Pipe 8c Irrigation Equipment Supply Co. Jay Anderson/Steve Smith P.O. Box 3049, Milford, CT 06460 203-878-0658 f t Westchester Ford Tractor Inc. ft Eastern Land Management Inc. f t Emerald Isle, Ltd. Bill Middleton 2153 Newport Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103 800-628-GROW ft Fleet Pump & Service Group Donald Tiedeman100 Calvert St., Harrison, NY 10512 914-835-3801 ft Glenmore Landscape Service Glenn S. Moore RR 3, Box 285, Hackgreen Rd. Pound Ridge, NY 10576, 914-764-4348 ft Pro-Lawn Products, Inc. Stephen M. Kotowicz: 203-792-3032 24 Spruce Mountain Trail, P.O. Box 2935 Danbury, CT 06813 ft SAV-A-TREE Complete Tree 8c Shrub Care, Naturally Westchester: 914-666-8202 NJ: 201-891-5379 CT: 203-661-6755 Frank Amodio RT 123, RR 2, Box 27, So. Salem, NY 10590 914-533-2504/914-533-2526 Robert Leslie: 201-746-6734 1049 Somerset St., Somerset, NJ 08873 908-247-8000/800-524-1662 John Apple Meadow St., Goldens Bridge, NY 10526 914-232-7746 ft Westchester T urf Supply, Inc. Serving the Fine Turf Profession P.O. Box 198, Lincolndale, NY 10540 Bob Lippman: 914-248-7476 f t Wilfred MacDonald, Inc. Dennis DeSanctis 340 Main Ave., Clifton, NJ 07014 201-365-6801 f t Denotes MetGCSA member (8 ) Tee to Green August 1992