California Fairways articles from November 2002

California Fairways archives from November 2002

President's message.
November 1, 2002... The first anniversary of the Sept.11 tragedy has passed, and it's hard to believe it all took place such a short time ago. In times of great tragedy, it's amazing how well people pull together and do what they need to do. In California, we have...

Waiting for a winter wonderland. (Editor's Note).
November 1, 2002... Most of the columns I've written in my first year as editor were about "important" topics in which I tried to say something meaningful or philosophical. This time I'm just going to write about what's on my mind--snow. Like some...

A gift for giving: Gary Carls displays a passion for his profession. (Superintendent Profile).
November 1, 2002... Any discussion concerning golf course superintendents in Northern California usually includes the name Gary Cans, CGCS. Cans arrived on the Northern California scene in the early 1980s and has been leaving his mark ever since. A list of...

Change the channel: A new process adds life to old greens.
November 1, 2002... Located just to the north of San Francisco, Napa Valley is one of the premier wine-producing regions in the United States. Connoisseurs will tell you that Napa Valley red wines are among the best in the world, and that like most good reds, they...

Kikuyugrass: First by force, now by choice.
November 1, 2002... The planting of kikuyugrass from seed has started some new discussions in golf course turfgrass selection. Previously, bermudagrass and cool-season grasses were planted for golf course construction depending on the region and conditions--by...

Wild Kikuyugrass taken for a drive.
November 1, 2002... Ron Nolf and his staff of 13 care for the 18 championship holes at Vista Valley Country Club in Vista, Calif. His well-maintained course is fungus-free, but kikuyugrass has always been another matter. Kikuyugrass has been a challenge for...

Get the most utility from your vehicle. (Equipment Focus).
November 1, 2002... Golf course superintendents are required to have a lot of specialized equipment, including multiple types of mowers, sprayers, aerators and fertilizers. There are times, however, when a superintendent needs just the opposite. Whether to move...

Central chapter elections. (Chapter News: Central).
November 1, 2002... Elections this year for the Golf Course Superintendents Association of Central California (GCSACC) will have several "firsts." It will be the first time we held an event at Madera Country Club, and it will be the first "charities" tournament...

Environmental Stewardship workshop. (Chapter News: Central).
November 1, 2002... On Nov. 7, 2002, the GCSACC and the Resort at Stallion Springs will host an Environmental Stewardship workshop. Beginning at 7:45 a.m., David Wienecke, USGA agronomist of the southwest region will present the workshop. David is working...

Around the green. (Chapter News: Central).
November 1, 2002... Paul Taylor, superintendent at Laguna Lake Golf Course in San Luis Obispo, told me that effective Aug. 7, 2002, he has 88 working days until retirement. However, as Paul puts it, "he's not counting." On the same trip, I had the opportunity to...

President's message. (Chapter News: Hi-Lo).
November 1, 2002... The time has come for all of us to wipe the cobwebs off the flail mowers and start turning back the water. With this in mind, dust control should never be forgotten. The Hi-Lo chapter has performed various tests and research on how we can help...

Bits...and pieces. (Chapter News: Hi-Lo).
November 1, 2002... Congratulations to Jake Underwood, who will be assuming my affiliate liaison position as well as this article starting in 2003. Thanks, Jake, for stepping up to the plate. Please be on the lookout for your donation letters for the upcoming...

Bits...and pieces. (Chapter News: Hi-Lo).
November 1, 2002... Our annual election meeting was held Sept. 10, 2002, at The Springs Club. A total of 46 players were treated to a beautiful morning of golf. Mike Kocour and his staff had the course looking great, and his one-year-old hybrid bermuda fairways...

President's message. (Chapter News: Northern).
November 1, 2002... One of the many special rewards for being involved in our association is to repeatedly watch people step up from behind the scenes. For example, Jo Harlow has been involved in publishing our newsletter for years. Jo recently notified us that...

Superintendents host Ball Mark Repair Week. (Chapter News: Northern).
November 1, 2002... The Golf Course Superintendents Association of Northern California announced that Oct. 7-13, 2002, was designated Ball Mark Repair Week. During the week, golf superintendents at local courses promoted the proper technique for repairing ball...

Raising the flag. (Chapter News: San Diego).
November 1, 2002... I have learned that editors sometimes have freedom to write about anything that's of interest. My articles all have centered on the San Diego Chapter and events taking place within our association, but this article is the exception. A few...

Thunder Canyon hosts chapter meeting. (Chapter News: Sierra Nevada).
November 1, 2002... Wade Vecchio was gracious enough to host the August chapter meeting at Thunder Canyon Country Club in the beautiful Carson Valley. Wade, Brad Barbee and the staff at Thunder Canyon worked hard to get the course in great shape for our arrival,...

Joint meeting held at Winchester C.C. (Chapter News: Sierra Nevada).
November 1, 2002... Tim Sedgley, CGCS, again opened his doors to us at his latest golf venue, Winchester C.C. Tim can be described as a low-profile guy who takes care of high-profile facilities. He started working on courses back in high school to make a few...

Schedule of events.
November 1, 2002... Nov. 11 Annual Chapter Meeting and Elections Valley High Country Club Host Superintendent: Mike Azevedo Dec. 9 Annual Christmas Party and Golf Tournament Northridge Country Club Host Superintendent: Larry...

Scholarship Tournament. (Chapter News: Sierra Nevada).
November 1, 2002... Scholarship winners were Armen Malazian, Paul Barr, Jason Klemesrud and Jeremy Payne. Each winner received a $600 Scholarship and the opportunity to participate in the day's events. Please thank the sponsors of the Annual Scholarship...

Safety training documentation is readily available. (Chapter News: Southern).
November 1, 2002... As I searched for an appropriate topic for "Chapter News," I happened to have some safety sign-up sheets from Birch Hills golf course in front of me. I figured I might address a few things that I find myself questioning as I do my regular...

Events in the Southland.
November 1, 2002... Nov. 11 Duff Shaw Benevolent Tournament North Ranch Country Club Host: Rich Wagner Jan. 14, 2003 General Meeting and Golf Tustin Ranch G.C. Joint meeting with USGA Host: Javier Avalos

Monterey will host state meeting. (Chapter News: State).
November 1, 2002... The 2003 California Annual Meeting and Golf Championship will be held May 19-21, 2003, in Monterey, Calif. The site for lodging and educational seminars still is being finalized. The Golf Championship will be held at the Bayonet/Black Horse...

Deere, Toro announce increased profits. (Industry News).
November 1, 2002... Deere & Co. reported a worldwide net income of $147.6 million ($0.61 per share) for the third quarter ended July 31, 2002, more than double last year's $71.8 million ($0.30 per share). For the first nine months, net income was $251.2 million...

Rain Bird introduces golf course financing program. (Industry News).
November 1, 2002... Rain Bird is trying to make golf course renovation easier via its new Rain Bird Financial Solutions program, which offers customers flexible payment options and terms, may include all hard and soft costs, and requires no real estate collateral....

Berkeley introduces new submersible pumps. (Industry News).
November 1, 2002... New Berkeley submersible pumps, the 6TS Series, feature rugged stainless-steel construction that outperforms ordinary fabricated stainless-steel pumps in abrasive conditions. A state-of-the-aft design delivers maximum performance, efficiency...

Toro and e-dn offer e-commerce technology to dealers. (Industry News).
November 1, 2002... The Toro Go. and e-dn.com Inc. partnered to provide electronic transaction technology for Toro and Lawn-Boy dealers. The integration is made possible by Toro's use of e-dn's Hubtone connectivity to the Electronic Distribution Network, which...

Landa adds wash-water recycling products. (Industry News).
November 1, 2002... Landa, North America's largest manufacturer of industrial pressure washers and wash-water treatment systems, has introduced a kit that can be "retro-fit" onto existing Landa wash-water recycling systems, making them virtually maintenance free....

Rock Solid unveils Pro aerator. (Industry News).
November 1, 2002... For soil conditions that need maximum plug removal per square foot, Rock Solid introduced the Plugr PL800 Pro aerator, which has the same 30-inch aeration width as Rock Solid's popular commercial Plugr PL600. However, the new model is "beefed...

Encore's Prowler Mid-Cut mower adds features. (Educational Opportunities).
November 1, 2002... A low profile is just the beginning of the new look and added features on Encore's Prowler Mid-Cut mower. Highlighting the mower is Encore's exclusive side-to-side articulating floating deck, no-slip disk brakes and maintenance-free blade...

Turfgrass and Landscape Institute set for December. (Educational Opportunities).
November 1, 2002... The Turfgrass and Landscape Institute and Trade Show, to be held Dec. 11, 2002, at the Sequoia Conference Center in Buena Park, Calif., is a one-day event that's cost effective and exhibitor friendly. More than 800 landscape, turfgrass, golf...