California Fairways articles from July 2001

California Fairways archives from July 2001

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE.
July 1, 2001... As summer gets into full swing, take a few minutes out of your busy schedules to realize how fortunate we are to be in such a great profession. I was on the Internet the other day, and it struck me how much information is available to each of...

EDITOR'S NOTE.
July 1, 2001... Now that the heat of summer will be with us for a while, it is time to make sure that you and your crew are protected from the sun when working outdoors. Some of the health problems that are related to working in the heat include heat stroke,...

KEN WILLIAMS, CGCS: Making the Grade AT STANFORD UNIVERSITY GC.
July 1, 2001... When you hear the words "Stanford University," do you automatically think of academic greatness and higher education? Do you assimilate Stanford with the likes of a Yale or Harvard University? Ken Williams, CGCS at the Stanford University Golf...

2001 CGCSA State Meeting & Golf Championship a Success.
July 1, 2001... Over 230 people attended this year's California GCSA Annual Meeting and Golf Championship held in Shell Beach from May 6 - 8. The Central Chapter did a wonderful job hosting this year's event. The opening event on Sunday, May 6 was a lovely...

MANAGEMENT STUDY OF ANNUAL Bluegrass Putting Greens YIELDS Beneficial Results.
July 1, 2001... Preliminary results from the first GCSAA Chapter Cooperative Research Program in California on management of annual bluegrass putting greens have shown that the better nitrogen (N) and potassium (K) fertilization rates, in terms of turf...

Saving Energy Using Low-Pressure Nozzles.
July 1, 2001... As the energy crisis still rages, politicians and environmentalists alike are asking all Californians to make an effort to conserve energy Many areas have experienced rolling brownouts as a way for the state to control energy usage. Many...

GETTING MORE POWER FOR YOUR DOLLAR.
July 1, 2001... Optimizing Your Pump Stations With Alternative Pump Selections Rising energy costs in California are causing many superintendents and club managers to take notice of their power bills and look to new solutions for reducing power...

PROTECTING THE WATER IN WATER FEATURES.
July 1, 2001... Part of the commitment you make when you decide to install a water feature is maintenance. In many respects, the smaller a water feature, the more maintenance it requires (per unit of size). Forget about relying totally on chemicals and an...

A Word from the Sites Chairman.
July 1, 2001... This is my third year as Sites Chairman and I just wanted to say that it hasn't been as tough a job as I thought it would be, or at least I heard it would be. Many of you have been very kind in both your cooperation and eagerness to host a...

First Annual Tri-Chapter Challenge.
July 1, 2001... On July 9th 2001 the GUSA of Southern California will be hosting the first annual "Tri-Chapter Challenge" at the beautiful PGA of Southern California GC at Oak Valley. If you haven't played this course yet, then you're in for a treat. Nestled...

SIERRA NEVADA.
July 1, 2001... The SNGCSA has a very busy schedule for the summer months. Beginning with the SNGCSA/Club Car Annual Scholarship and Research Tournament being held at beautiful Serrano CC. Superintendent David Bergstrom is hosting the event. A joint meeting...

CENTRAL.
July 1, 2001... The Central California Chapter held the Annual Al Glaze Scholarship Tournament at the Seven Oaks CC in Bakersfield. Mike Swing, CGCS, had the course in beautiful condition as usual. The green stimped at 10.5 and was fast enough for all 130...

HI-LO.
July 1, 2001... Gerry Tarsitano, CGCS President's Message First, I would like to thank the Research committee for a job well done. Your dedication and integrity to our association only makes us stronger and more united. I'd also like to thank Sergio...

From the Professors Desk.
July 1, 2001... I would like to share with all of you a story that demonstrates the true value of support for your local community college turfgrass management program. At the beginning of the spring semester I was contacted by John Stenmoen, assistant...

Naumann's NorCal News.
July 1, 2001... Jess Pifferini has accepted has accepted the superintendent position at Shoreline Golf Links for the City of Mountain View. Jess was at Coyote Creek Golf Course prior to his move. Barry Mueller has left Mountain Shadows GC and is the new...

NorCal's Wagoner Reaches 50-Year Milestone.
July 1, 2001... Cliff Wagoner, CGCS, a former golf course superintendent at Del Rio CC, was recently recognized as a 50-year member of the GCSA of Northern California. The GCSANC, founded in 1932, is the largest of the six superintendent associations in...

LIMITED BUDGET OUTREACH UPDATE.
July 1, 2001... The Limited Budget Outreach Program was initiated by GCSAA Past President David W. Fearis, CGCS almost two years ago. The program is to provide advice and assistance to golf facilities with limited resources--those facilities with a golf course...

A Brief History of the California Golf Course Superintendents Association.
July 1, 2001... Many of us recently attended the Annual Meeting of the CGCSA in Shell Beach. Very few of us know much about the history or purpose of this organization. In the state of California there are six affiliated chapters to GCSAA. They are the GCSA of...

GCSAA Introduces New Online Education Program.
July 1, 2001... Participating in continuing education can be difficult in a profession where much of the day is spent on the golf course. To enhance accessibility for its members, the GCSAA is adding to its Online education programming. "The Art and...

LASTEC Announces Distributor and Distributor Sales Person of the Year Awards.
July 1, 2001... LASTEC, the Indiana maker of articulating rotary mowers gave two top awards accompanied by Rolex watches at its recent annual Distributor Awards Breakfast, according to Mike Eastwood, president. The first recipient received the World Class...

John Deere to acquire Richton International.
July 1, 2001... Deere & Company recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Richton International Corporation. Upon completion of the transaction, which will require approval of Richton shareholders, Deere plans to combine Richton's...

Becker Underwood Adds One and Promotes Two.
July 1, 2001... Becker Underwood recently announced that Wally Boilek has been hired as a National Accounts Manager for the company. His responsibilities will be to facilitate and coordinate the activities of the company's service to key national accounts and...

Mike Huck Joins Full Coverage Irrigation.
July 1, 2001... Mike Huck, formerly the agronomist for the USGA Southwest Region has joined David Malcolm at Full Coverage Irrigation. Huck will be responsible for expanding nationwide sales, marketing and distribution of Full Coverage Irrigation's line of...

Chipco Professional Products Host Inaugural "Poa Summit".
July 1, 2001... The Chipco Professional Products group of Aventis E.S. hosted the inaugural Poa Summit, April 9-12, 2001 at the Pinehurst Resort, Village of Pinehurst, NC. The four-day meeting focused on Poa annua (annual bluegrass) research and control for...