/ President's Message Special Feature Reflecting on a Productive Year Tim O’Neill Hits the Campaign Trail ear-end is always the time to re­ flect on all we’ve accomplished as an association. We, as a board o f directors and association, set several goals as we entered into 1998. They were to: 1 raise public awareness o f the superin­ tendent as an educated professional and steward o f the environment 2 fund research projects related to issues within the Met area 3 build the scholarship fund into a selfsustaining program 4 have the Tee to Green become a selffunding publication Through a good deal o f hard work and dedication, we’ve made great strides. Y his year, Met members have a special reason for attending the Annual Meeting February 13 at the GCSAA International Conference and Show in Orlando, FL: Our own Tim O ’Neill, former M etGCSA president and Country Club o f Darien superintendent, is in the running for the GCSAA Board o f Directors. Competition is stiff, with five other superintendents in the country competing for only three open slots. Tim has been on the campaign trail since early September, sharing with superintendents throughout the country his philosophies and inspirations for building a stronger GCSAA and alliance among affiliated chapters. Here, in this pointed interview, Tim speaks can­ didly about his motivation for seeking a position on the GCSAA board and about his grand plans for advancing our national organization and the superintendent’s standing within the profession. • In effort to educate the public about the superintendent’s role as a steward of the environment, I and several o f our mem­ What inspired you to run for the GCSAA Board of Directors? bers— John Carlone o f The Meadow Brook Club, Jon Jennings o f The Patterson Club, Les Kennedy o f CC o f Waterbury, Mike M affeiofB ack O ’Beyond, John O ’Keefe o f Preakness Hills Country Club, Tim O ’Neill o f CC o f Darien, and Je ff Weld o f the Bayer Corp.—have participated in GCSAA’s Ambassador Speakers Pro­ gram, which enlists representatives throughout the country to educate the public about the green industry’s envi­ ronmental benefits (continued on page 2) MetGCSA Supports Tim O^Neill in His Candidacy for GCSAA Director T Before I answer your question, just let me say how much I appreciate the M etGCSA’s vote o f confidence by nominating me for the position o f GCSAA director. It’s an opportunity I approach with both gratitude and a strong understanding o f the responsi­ bilities involved. In my 18 years as a golf course superintendent, I can hardly remember a time that I haven’t been involved in working to advance (continued on page 4) Also in This Issue ( ? ) Votes of Confidence for Tim O’Neill (5 ) Scholarship Raffle Winners Announced (? ) Met Area Team Championship and Class C Tourney Results ( ? ) Perlee and Moore Take MetGCSA Two-Ball Competition ( j ) Upcoming Educational Seminars and ( ? ) Sneak Peak at 1999 Meeting Calendar Events President's Message (coni 1) Reflecting on a Productive ¥ear ■ • ; • ; and to address consumer concerns. Another positive step: We’ve contin­ ued to cosponsor the Westchester County Earth Day Celebration, sending a group o f members from our associa­ tion to man a booth and be available to discuss golf course issues and concerns with the general public. Equally important to the cause are those members who have put the time and effort into becoming certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries, demonstrating their concern for preserving the environment. Still others—Joe Aionzi o f Westchester Country Club, Ted Horton o f Pebble Beach Company, and Scott Schukraft o f Huntsville G olf Club—were recog­ nized in 1998 for their expertise in environmental issues and turfgrass management with GCSAA’s Environ­ mental Steward Award. Also to our credit is that we’ve sought representation on regional task forces. Our participation in the West­ chester County Drought Task Force, for instance, has resulted in golf courses being treated as a separate class with special consideration for our needs. In addition, we’ve worked with the MGA to cosponsor such image-enhancing events such as the Green Chairman/ Superintendent Forum. And last but not least, area superintendents are receiving more press for their efforts in national and local publications. This year, the Westchester Gannett paper highlighted Joe Aionzi o f Westchester Country Club and Steve Renzetti o f Wykagyl Country Club for their contributions to the major tourneys held at their clubs. • On the research front, we’ve moved to fund Cornell’s Dr. Frank Rossi in his pursuit o f a nonchemical control—and, ultimately, cure—for moss. This is an issue that affects a good percentage o f our membership and will undoubtedly attract the attention o f the Tri-State Turf Research Foundation, which will also look at contribut­ ing to this cause. • We are still working diligently to build our Scholarship Fund to a point where the accrued interest can be a substantial part o f the scholarship offering. This will be an ongoing challenge. • By changing the format and frequency of Tee to Green, we were able to up ad sales and boost revenues to a / point where the publication is, once again, selfsustaining. We will continue to look at ways to enhance the editorial content and appearance o f Tee to Green in the coming year. I’d like to take this time to thank the Board o f Directors and many association members for their contributions in helping us reach these goals. I’d also like to recognize outgoing board members Tony Grasso and Bob DeMarco for their years o f service to the Met. While 1998 has been a very good year, I look forward to our association having an even better 1999 in preparation for the next millennium. EARF F. M ILLET T President Happy Holidays to One and Our very best wishes fo r a happy and healthy New Year The MetGCSA Board of Directors President EARL MILLETT Ridgeway Country Club Vice President JOHN CARLONE, CGCS The Meadow Brook Club Secretary DAVID MAHONEY Siwanoy Country Club Treasurer TIMOTHY MOORE Knollwood Country Club Past President JOHN O’KEEFE, CGCS Preakness Hills Country Club MATTHEW CEPLO, CGCS Rockland Country Club MICHAEL COOK JR. Alpine, the Care of Trees ANTHONYGIRARDI Rockrimmon Country Club WILLIAM HEINTZ Centennial Golf Club JONATHAN JENNINGS, CGCS The Patterson Club STEVEN RENZETTI, CGCS Wykagyl Country Club PATRICK SISK Country Club of Fairfield THOMAS WATROBA Quaker Ridge Golf Club Executive Secretary INEKE PIERPOINT Tee to Green Staff Editors JON JENNINGS 203-259-7390 STEVE RENZETTI 914-636-8700 ext 212 Managing Editor PANDORA C. WOJICK Editorial Committee SCOTT APGAR PAT LUCAS MIKE COOK TIM O’NEILL TONY GIRARDI BILL PERLEE BRUCE PYE Photographer BILL PERLEE Advertising Manager TONY GRASSO, 914-949-0375 TEE TO GREEN is published bimonthly by the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents Association 49 Knollwood Road, Elmsford, NY 10523-2819 914-347-4653, FAX: 914-347-3437 Copyright© 1998 SERIALS JAN2 5 1Î93 i'NivewiTY Servicing New England With Turf Equipment & Irrigation Supplies Since 1932 New Innovative Products National HT7 84” Reel Mower The old reliable just became much more user friendly. 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On a national level, I ’ve worked to promote GCSAA on both the Chapter Relations and Public Relations committees. Now, I ’m ready—and eager—to take my commitment to our profession to a new level. Serving on the board o f our national organization would allow me, I feel, to have a much more farreaching impact on our industry and the individual superintendent. Right now, I would like nothing more than to become part o f a team dedicated to leading our group to new heights o f performance and professionalism. How will you handle the added responsibility and time required of a GCSAA Director’s position? As I mentioned, I’ve always been extremely involved in industry activities. Boards, committees, seminars, and trade shows have always been a part o f my life. Though it hasn’t always been easy, I’ve managed to maintain a balance between work and home. Now it will, no doubt, be more challenging. I may have to forego some o f my local and regional commitments, but I am prepared to do what it takes to keep all systems running smoothly. Thankfully, I have the support o f my employer—the Country Club o f Darien—and my family—my wife, Jennifer, and my children, Justin, who’s 9, and Kristen, 7. Prioritizing, commu­ nicating, and managing will be three skills I hope to enhance as I serve on the Board. I am confident these and other experiences will make me a better husband and superintendent. Votes of Confidence for Tim O’Neill in His Candidacy for Director John O’Keefe, CGCS, Preakness Hills CC MetGCSA Chapter Delegate Former MetGCSA President “ Tim did a great job presenting his ideas and conveying his commitment and enthusiasm. The issues he pre­ sented regarding education, scholar­ ship, and research, were clearly hot buttons for many superintendents throughout the country. H e’s a very strong candidate—someone superinten­ dents from around the country can really relate to.” Bob Alonzi, CGCS, Winged Foot GC MetGCSA Chapter Delegate Former MetGCSA President “When I was president o f the Met chapter, Tim was a young apprentice at Greenwich Country Club. As a neophyte in the business, he impressed me because he did not hesitate to take a stand and become involved. I have watched Tim mature and take over the leadership o f our Met Chapter, achiev­ ing many goals. Tim is a thinker, a person who believes in acting rather than reacting; his drive is endless. He would be a tremendous asset to the GCSAA board.” Jack Romanos, President Country Club of Darien “ Tim has worked miracles for us for nearly two decades. His dedication to excellence in every aspect o f his respon­ sibility as superintendent is reflected in our golf course. The membership o f the Country Club o f Darien is 100 percent behind him in his candidacy for director on the GCSAA board.” What would you like to accomplish as a director of GCSAA? I have a number o f “ grand plans” that I feel would serve to strengthen and advance both GCSAA and our profes­ sion. One is in an area that I know is near and dear to the hearts o f many Met members. It certainly is to mine. It’s support for the education o f our chil­ dren. Many chapters offer scholarships each year to deserving children, but I say, why not expand this effort by creating a cooperative program— between GCSAA and affiliated chap­ ters—that would recognize and award a scholarship to one student from every chapter each year. N ot only would this boost the image o f our association on a national level, but more important, it would allow us to make a significant difference in the lives o f 100 children. While I’m on the subject o f educa­ tion, I feel it’s very important to stay focused on providing educational opportunities for our members too. I strongly support initiatives—like GCSAA’s new Capital Campaign, “ Investing in the Beauty o f G o lf’—that enhance our understanding o f turf quality and management. We need more o f those no-nonsense research projects. As a director, I would look for ways to increase the funding necessary to put this kind o f information in the hands o f our superintendents. It may be a cliché, but it’s absolutely true: Knowl­ edge is power. Also topping my “ to-do” list would be to enhance—and capitalize on— chapter alliances. In our area, for instance, the Met and other surrounding chapters have joined forces in creating and implementing a number o f highly successful programs in education and research. The New England Conference and Trade Show in Providence and the Tri-State Turf Research Foundation are just a couple o f the cooperative efforts that have been successful in our area and might be useful models to others around the country. Likewise, I ’m sure our region could benefit from other chapters’ practices as well. Another o f my goals would be to encourage more superintendents around the country to join GCSAA committees and participate in shaping the future o f our national organization. If I ’ve learned anything over the past several years, it’s that some o f our best pro­ grams started with ideas from our members. I would work on ways to strengthen—rather than stifle—the flow o f ideas regarding any aspect o f our association—and actively seek out any and all suggestions for improvement. GCSAA’s future as an organization depends on it. GCSAA’s future also depends on our newer members: The new people today will be our leaders tomorrow. If we’re to ensure the continued strength o f our national association, we have to start grooming these future leaders today. That’s why, as a director, I would work to make it possible for more affiliated chapter leaders to visit GCSAA H ead­ quarters in Lawrence early in their careers. If we were to bring 17 people to Lawrence once a month, two addi­ tional representatives from each affili­ ated chapter could visit our headquar­ ters each year. This would improve communication between GCSAA and the chapters and among the chapters themselves. Ultimately, my goal will be to stay closely connected to individual superin­ tendents. It’s that close contact that, I feel, will enable me to better represent and play a positive role in the advance­ ment o f GCSAA and our profession. Tim O’Neill’s Campaign Platform At a Glance • • • • Enhance—and capitalize on—chapter alliances Expand educational opportunities for our members and our children Encourage greater committee involvement and participation in shaping the future o f our association Enhance the leadership skills o f both our current and future leaders How do you go about campaigning for a GCSAA directorship? There’s a lot more to campaigning than you might think. My work began probably two years ago, when I first met with a group o f members from our association who became, in effect, my advisory board. They sat down and discussed with me my credentials and campaign strategies. This same group has been busy since early spring reviewing my campaign materials, which so far have included a detailed candidate questionnaire for GCSAA; numerous campaign letters; a brochure, which had to be written, printed, and then distributed to Chapter Delegates throughout the country; and a speech, which I presented at the Septem­ ber Delegate’s Meeting at GCSAA Headquarters. Though I’m in the last leg o f the campaign, there’s still more to be done. Phone calls for one. Special thanks to the Met members who have taken the time to call friends and colleagues everywhere in an attempt to secure their vote. And thanks, again, to each and every one o f you for supporting my campaign. I look forward to the oppor­ tunity to serve you all on a national level. Notable Notes Eighteen Prizes Awarded in 1998 Scholarship Raffle T he 1998 Annual Bill Caputi Scholarship Baffle, held at the December 12 Metropolis Country Club Christmas party, raised a record $8,170 for the M etGCSA’s Scholarship Fund and, in addition, awarded $4,500 in cash prizes to 18 lucky ticket holders. Many thanks to all who contributed, and congratulations to our $ 1,000-grandprize-winner, Mimi Wentworth, wife o f Pelham Country Club Superintendent Jeff Wentworth. The other prize winners were: ' Brian Tremalio, Country Club o f Fairfield, $500 The G olf Group, Bernardston, MA, $500 Table #7, $500 Carlos Sanabria, Rockland CC, $250 Joan Thompson, Stamford, CT, $250 Tony Bettino, TBS Maintenance and Improvement, $100 John Carlone, The Meadow Brook Club, $100 Bill Salinetti, Portsmouth Country Maria Lippman, wife o f Bob Lippman o f Westchester Turf Supply, $100 J. Sarlo, Brae Burn CC, $100 Leslie Carlone, wife o f Meadow Brook Club in N H , $250 Paul Coombes, Tappan, NY, $250 Samantha Jennings, daughter o f Patterson Club Superintendent Jon Jennings, $100 Ken Kubik, Grass Roots Inc., $100 Club Superintendent John Carlone, $100 John Streeter, Woodbridge CC, $100 Mike Oleykowski, Novartis Turf and Ornamental Products, $100 Charlie Robson, Met PGA, $100 N ot all Bentgrass Sod Is T he Same! “Stormy Acres Inc. indulges only in tournament quality Bentgrass sod. All of their bentgrasses are grown on high sand based soil Richie Valentine R ic h ie Va le n t in e • Superintendent, Merion Golf Club, Retired • US. Open, 1950,1971, and 1981 • U.S Amateur, 1966, and 1989 • World Cup Team Championship, 1960 Stormy Acres provides the highest quality Bentgrass sod in the golf industry. Although specializing in putting greens, we have superior tee & fairway material as well. Sod is available washed or with soil. We offer 1/8” - 5/32” cut for greens and 1/4” cut for tee and fairway sod. Contract growing and installation are available. Varieties Available: • Crenshaw • Blend (L-93, Southshore, Crenshaw) • Pennlinks • L-93 • Penncross • Providence • Southshore • A-l • G-2 • A4 • G-6 • Dominant RMY RES,Inc S uperior B entgrass S od for G olf C ourses 3 7 F orrest L ane • C arneys P oint, NJ 0 8 0 6 9 6 0 9 2 9 9 5 1 0 9 • F ax : 6 0 9 2 9 9 7 1 4 6 fUpcoming Events Educational Events and Seminars GCSAA Seminar: Building a Successful Golf Course Image and Balancing Your Golf Career and Personal Relationships Friday, January 15 Foxwoods Resort & Casino Cosponsored by the Met, Rhode Island, Con­ necticut, and New England GCSAs and GCSAA, this seminar will feature world-renowned motivational speaker Bobbie Gee. Don’t miss it. Spouses are encouraged to attend. Call Education Committee member nings, 203-259-7390, for further information. GCSAA Seminar: Managerial Productivity Monday - Tuesday, January 1 8 -1 9 The Holiday Inn Fishkill Hotel, Flshkill, NY Cosponsored by the Hudson Valley GCSA and GCSAA, this seminar offers practical advice on how to identify and solve employee performance problems. Learn how to establish a system for managing employees based on your personal style and preferences. For further information, call GCSAA at 800472-7878. Soil/Water: Characteristics and Behavior Turf Equipment Mechanics Advanced Training School Monday-Thursday, January 1 8 -2 1 SUNY Delhi, Delhi, NY SUNY Delhi in cooperation with NYSTA and the Golf Course Mechanics Association will again bring turf equipment mechanics a seminar vital to their professional success. The training will consist of techniques for basic and specialized welding and understanding and troubleshooting turf equipment hydraulic systems. For further information, call NYSTA at 800873-8873. Etonic’s Superintendent Leadership Series Human Resource Management Skills Tuesday, January 26 The Chalet at Spook Rock GC, Suffern, NY Cosponsored by Hudson Valley GCSA and GCSAA, this presentation offers practical tips on the many aspects of interviewing, hiring, and firing an employee and, ultimately, on increasing staff effectiveness. For further information, call Daniel Madar at 914-357-7927. Wednesday, January 27 Westchester Country Club, Rye, NY Cosponsored by the MetGCSA and Aquatrols, this 3.5 hour seminar will cover such topics as the properties of water; issues of water repellency, and the ways that water moves through the soil profile and is made available to the plant. Surfactant technology and the role of surfactants in turf maintenance will also be covered. Call Education Committee member Jon Jen­ nings, 203-259-7390, for further information. Connecticut Turf and Landscape Conference Wednesday, February 11,8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The Hartford Civic Center, Hartford, CT Watch for details in the mail. For further information, contact the Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association at 203-699-9912. New England Regional Turfgrass Conference & Show Tuesday - Thursday, March 2 - 4 Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, Rl 350 product and equipment booths and a host of informative presentations await you. For further information, contact Julie Wilson at 401-848-0004. Scorecard earth down Met Pulls Fourth Place in Met Area Team Championship M ark Fuller and the Connecticut G olf Club in Easton, CT, were hosts on October 8 to seven associations for the 1998 Met Area Team Champion­ ship. Strong rains made play a challenge, particularly for the Met Team, which this year came in at fourth place. The Connecticut team claimed this year’s trophy with the Philadelphia GCSA coming up right behind in second place. They were led on the gross side by Chet Walsh with an 81. Mark Fuller came closest to the pin with 8 '8 ", and Mike Dukette and John Callahan from the Connecticut group made the longest drives—Mike in the gross division and John in the net division. Also participating in the tourney were teams from the Hudson Valley GCSA, Long Island GCSA, New Jersey GCSA, and Northeastern GCSA. Special thanks to Connecticut G olf Club for setting up the day and being involved with the tournament. And congratulations to all the championship participants. PAT SISK Country Club o f Fairfield golf course construction G reens , tees a n d bunkers E xcavation of a ll types Po nds / lakes D rainage S tone w alls /M aso nry A sphalt /C ar paths , etc . Contact David Griffin P .O .B o x 719 H a rris o n , N.Y. 10528 Class C Championship and Outing Results T his year’s annual Class C Championship and Outing was held October 6 at Quaker Ridge G olf Club in Scarsdale, NY. Tel 9 1 4.5 76 .76 93 Fax 9 1 4.2 41 .69 86 W h e n It C o m e s t o G o l f Ir r ig a t io n E q u ip m e n t , W e H a v e A C o m p l e t e L in e . From Playing a Two-Man Best Ball, Blind Draw format, the following Class C Individual Gross emerged with winning scores: Individual Net members 1 Brian Benedict, Century CC 1 Kevin-Quist, Ardsley CC 2 Chip Lafferty, Wykagyl CC 2 Scott Zalinsky, Siwanoy CC 3 Matt Lapinski, Elmwood CC 3 Eric O ’Neill, Middle Bay CC Two-Man Best Ball, Blind Draw Gross 1 James Swiatlowski, Montammy GC Dave Henault, Fenway GC 2 Bryan Jansen, Mahopac GC Chris Donato, Silver Spring CC 3 Eric Morrison, Fuming Tree CC Darrell Marcinek, Rockland CC Net 1 Seth Greenwood, Anglebrook GC Sean Oberly, Silver Spring CC 2 Nick Lerner, Canyon Club Chad Esposito, C C of Darien 3 Tom Watroba, Quaker Ridge GC Brent Borelli, Pelham CC Closest to Pin #5 #9 Kevin Quist, Ardsley CC 7'9" #10 Scott Curry, Scarsdale GC 8'5" Chip Lafferty, Wykagyl CC 11'4.5" #13 Brian Benedict, Century CC 17'10" Le ga cy G o If Irrig a tio n . Complete product line. Proven performance. And a fanotlcal dedication to customer service. Longest Drive Main Office: 243 Woodmont Rd. Milford, CT 06460 • 203-878-065 #16 Rob Goring, GC of Purchase TOM WATROBA Quaker Ridge Golf Club IBSIII P.I.E. SUPPLY m SSM LEGACY” cot r 11 11 c at i o n H PIPE & IRRIGATION K R l ll l EQUIPMENT SUPPLY Contact: Chris Weimann Pager: 203-946-4198 Two-Ball Champs Announced Sneak Peak at 1999 Meeting Sites and Openings T T MetGCSA Business Meeting Poa Annual Tournament Class A Division March Rockrimmon Country Club, Stamford, CT Host: Tony Girardi August Sands Point Golf Club, Sands Point, NY Host: Richard Raymond he winning round to the Met­ GCSA Two-Ball Championship was contested at Sleepy Hollow in Scarborough, NY. When the dust settled, the Bill Perlee (Apawamis Club) and Greg Moore (Rolling Hills) duo emerged the champs. Bill Perlee/Greg Moore defeated John Streeter/Les Kennedy John Carlone/Tim O ’Neill defeated Rick Schock/G regg Stanley (defending champs) Bill Perlee/Greg Moore defeated John Carlone/Tim O ’Neill for the championship Affiliate Division Mike C ook/K en Clear defeated John A pple/D an Cancelled PAT SISK Country Club o f Fairfield hough many o f our meeting sites have been claimed, we’re still a looking for a few more volunteers. After you’ve had a chance to review the list below, consider offering your club for one o f the open meeting sites. Call either o f the Tournament Committee co-chairs: Pat Sisk, 203-254-1240, or Tony Girardi, 914-764-5010. Two-Ball Qualifier Golf Meeting/Format TBA April SITE OPEN September SITE OPEN Superintendent/Manager Tournament Superintendent/Green Chairman Tournament May Willow Ridge Country Club, Harrison, NY Host: Bert Dickinson October Wykagyl Country Club New Rochelle, NY Host: Steve Renzetti, CGCS Invitational Tournament June The Patterson Club, Fairfield, CT Host: Jon Jennings, CGCS MetGCSA Championship/Met Area Team Championship Qualifier, Round 1 July SITE OPEN hdM Met Area Team Championship October SITE OPEN MetGCSA Annual Meeting November Milbrook Club, Greenwich, CT Host: Jim Calladio prìcè iraUIPMENI P R O V I D I N G Q U A L IT Y T U R F C A R E E Q U I P M E N T Howard Price has a full line o f mowers ranging from their commercial walk behinds to their largest model 108 with a mowing width o f 16 1/2 feet. 727 with 91 in. Deck 1280 with 10 1/2ft Deck W estchester Ford Tractor, Inc. Meadow Street, Golden’s Bridge New York 10526 914-232-7746 P A T R ON D I R E C T O R Y Patrons listed on this page are supporting our association. You are encouraged to support them. AgrEvo USA Company David J. Sylvester 311 Carriage Dr., Kensington, CT 06037 860-828-8905 Y ALPINE, the CARE of TREES Mike Cook, NY: 914-948-0101 Ken Clear, CT: 203-847-1855 Peter McFarland, NJ: 201-445-4949 A1 Preston’s Garage Gary Shashinka Massey Ferguson Tractors 203-924-1747 Argento & Son Inc. Turf Equipment: Parts and Service Louis Argento: 914-949-1152 1 Prospect Ave., White Plains, NY 10607 Y Atlantic Irrigation Specialists Inc. Rain Bird Golf Thornwood, NY 10594 Tim Marcoux/Ed Santalone: 800-878-8873 lY Bayer Corp. JefFWeld West Milford, NJ 07480 973-208-2418 Y Blue Ridge Peat Farms Inc. E /T Equipment Co. lY Fleet Pump & Service Group Donald Tiedemann 100 Calvert St., Harrison, NY 10528 914-835-3801 Grigg Bros./Bio Turf Grow Y Irra-Tech, Inc. lY James Carriere & Sons, Inc. Bill and Joe Carriere 7 Cottage St., Port Chester, NY 10573 914-937-2136 lY LESCO, Inc. A Team of Turfgrass Professionals Greg Moran/Mike Dukette/Ernie Steinhofer 800-321-5325 Y Metro Milorganite Inc. Floratine Products, Nova Tee, Flymo, Douglas Rollers, Trion Lifts Dave Basconi: 203-250-TURF Scott Apgar/Joe Stahl 365 Adams St., Bedford Hills, NY 10507 888-217-1039, FAX 203-743-0458 DeBuck’s Sod Farm Montco/Surf-Side/Zap! Defoamer Premium Quality Kentucky Bluegrass, Tall Fescue Blends Leonard/Valeri: 914-258-4131 Bob Oechsle/Tom Hunter Box 404, Ambler, PA 19002 800-401-0411 DeLea & Sons Sod Farms Partac Golf Course Top-Dressing Vincent Sasso 444 Elwood Rd., E. Northport, NY 11731 516-368-8022 Kelsey Park, Great Meadows, N J 07838 Jim Kelsey: 800-247-2326/908-637-4191 Bill and Joe Carriere: 914-937-2136 David Griffin P.O. Box 719, Harrison, NY 10528 914-576-7693 1Y Earth Works, Inc. The Soil Aerification Specialists P.O. Box 99, West Warham, MA 02576 Pat Lucas: 800-815-1113, FAX 508-295-8187 Egypt Farms, Inc. Dean Snyder P.O. Box 223, White Marsh, MD 21162 800-899-7645/410-335-3700 Y ELM Golf Services Bruce T. Moore Sr., CCLP 246 Selleck St., Stamford, CT 06902 203-316-5433, FAX 203-316-5434 1Y Emerald Isle, Ltd. William Middleton 2153 Newport Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103 800-628-GROW (4769) Tony Bettino: 914-949-3362 Black Top, Stone Work, Landscaping, Excavation 102 Fulton St., White Plains, NY 10606 Y Y Rhone-Poulenc Co./CH IPCO Greg Hutch 877 Yellowbank Rd., Toms River, N J 08753 908-929-4657 SAV-A-TREE Thomas Marino, NY: 914-244-1700 Mike Schoeni, CT: 203-853-9526 Mike Harris, NJ: 201-891-5379 Y Sawtelle Brothers, Inc. Dave Brownell George Wise 800-999-8873 SODCO Inc. Tee and Green Sod Owen Regan/Dave Wallace P.O. Box 418, Exeter, RI 02822 401-789-8177 Y The Cardinals, Inc. Mark Grigg, President 1236 East Main Street, Burley, ID 83318 888-246-8873, E-Mail info@bioturfgro.com Jim Barrett P.O. Box 853, Montclair, N J 07042 973-744-8237 Down To Earth Golf Course Construction TBS Maintenance and Improvement Dave Pijnenburg, Irrigation Contractor 75 Codfish Hill Rd., Bethel, CT 06801 203-748-0558 James Barrett Associates, Inc. Y D&S Golf Course Construction and Renovation P.O. Box 854, Suffield, CT 06078 Kevin Sullivan: 860-668-2129 Ken Kubik/Jay McKenna/Keith Kubik Celebrating 20 Years in the Turf Industry 973-361-5943 Ron Shapiro/Mike Gesmundo Greycourt Ave., Chester, NY 800-535-1500 Dom Richichi/John Richichi 57 Kingston Ave., West Harrison, NY 10604 914-946-1743, FAX 914-946-0796 Sullivan’s Construction Service Inc. lY Grass Roots Inc. Bruedan Corp. 'Y Dar Par Sales Bruce Pye/John Ferrucio 23 Route 206, Augusta, N J 07822 973-579-5656 Glenn S. Moore 98 Hackgreen Rd., Pound Ridge, NY 10576 914-764-4348 lY Greenacres Company Stephen Kay/Ron Turek/Doug Smith 495 New Rochelle Rd., Bronxville, NY 10708 914-699-4437 lY Steven Willand, Inc. lY Glenmore Landscape Service Joseph D. Kennedy 10 Newberry Place, Rye, NY 10580 914-967-9350 Flowtronics PSI Pumping Stations/Sales & Service 51 Sharon Dr., South Windsor, CT 06074 860-528-7362 lY Stephen Kay, Golf Course Architects Kevin Collins 425 S. Riverside Ave., Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520 914-271-6126/800-99DEERE Gene Evans White Haven, PA 18661 717-443-9596 DAF Services Inc. Y Y Complete Distributor of Golf Course Accessories & Supplies John Callahan: 860-673-3699 Y The Scotts Company Sean Moran 13 Two Mile Rd., Farmington, CT 06032 860-676-0366 Y The Terre Company of New Jersey, Inc. P.O. Box 1000, 206 Delawanna Ave., Clifton, N J 07014 Byron Johnson: 973-473-3393 Y Tuckahoe Turf Farms, Inc. Skip Deubel Golf Course Turfgrass 800-243-7582, FAX 860-668-5421 Y TurfNet Associates, Inc. Peter L. McCormick Skillman, NJ 07014 800-314-7929 Y Turf Products Corp./TORO George Gorton, Irrigation/Al Tretera, Equipment 800-243-4355/860-763-3581 The Sprinkler House/Amodios: 914-328-0190 Y Turf Products Corporation Ernie Rizzio/Buddy Rizzio 47 Howell Rd., Box 296, Mountain Lakes, N J 07046 973-263-1234, FAX 973-335-2491 Y Valley View Wholesale Greenhouses Frank Amodio 229 Smithridge Rd., So. Salem, NY 10590 914-533-2526, FAX 914-533-2050 Y Westchester Ford Tractor Inc. John Apple/Ray Beaudry Meadow St., Goldens Bridge, NY 10526 914-232-7746 Y Westchester Turf Supply, Inc. Bob Lippman Sr./Bob Lippman Jr. “ It’s the Service That Counts” Office: 914-248-7476, FAX 914-248-6862 Y White Contractors James E. White Jr. P.O. Box 484, Old Greenwich, CT 06878 203-869-8808 Y Wilfred MacDonald, Inc. Matt Faherty Bentgrass, Bluegrass, B /F /R /M ix , High Fescue 800-341-6900 Chris Santopietro 2 Terminal Rd., Lyndhurst, N J 07071 201-804-1000, FAX 201-804-1001 Shemin Nurseries Inc. Winding Brook Turf Farm, Inc. Nursery Stock, Horticultural Supplies Jim Hespe: 203-531-7352 1081 King St., Greenwich, CT 06831 Don Grant 240 Griswold Rd., Wethersfield, CT 06109 800-243-0232/860-529-6869