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  • 04 Jan 2017 9:25 AM | John MacKenzie

    This summer Erin Hills will have the honor of hosting the 117th U.S. Open, Wisconsin’s first U.S. Open. It is our pleasure to invite you to volunteer for this prestigious tournament, June 12th through the 18th.  Preparations for a tournament of this magnitude require a significant staff and we are seeking your assistance to ensure a successful week.  During this time it is our goal to provide each volunteer with a unique and exciting experience during the championship.

    Weare seeking full-week commitments to assist with our planning and preparations. Volunteers will work a morning and afternoon shift with meals catered in for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Between shifts volunteers will have access to the course to witness the world’s greatest golfers, while others may opt to partake in daily events held at the turfgrass facility. 

    Volunteer housing will be available with transportation to and from Erin Hills.  On-site parking will be accessible for local volunteers that will not require housing. 

    We thank you for your consideration and we hope that you will be able to join us in making the 117th U.S. Open a successful championship.  Please continue to http://2017erinhills.com/volunteers to fill out your volunteer application form.  This site also includes additional information and updates relating to the U.S. Open.

    Respectfully,

    Zach Reineking


  • 21 Dec 2016 5:12 PM | John MacKenzie

    The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has established a protective elevation for White Bear Lake, located in Ramsey and Washington counties. The protective elevation is 922.0 feet above mean sea level.  The current level of White Bear Lake is 922.7 feet. A protective elevation is a regulatory measure used to trigger changes in water appropriations to prevent undue harm to a lake.

    “The protective elevation is intended to protect and maintain fish and wildlife habitat and support recreational uses of the lake,” according to DNR Assistant Commissioner Barb Naramore. “However, people should understand that a protective elevation is not a fixed level that is maintained or minimum level that is guaranteed. Lake levels are driven by several factors and fluctuate. Indeed, White Bear Lake’s long term ecological health depends upon variation in water level within the lake’s historic range.”

    In establishing the protective elevation for the lake, the DNR has considered multiple factors, including:

    • Historic record of lake water levels.
    • Aquatic vegetation important for fish and wildlife habitat.
    • Water quality and clarity.
    • Recreational uses, including boat access, navigation, and swimming beaches.
    • Area and slope of the lakebed.

    When water levels are low on White Bear Lake, there are impacts to some recreational uses. The DNR did not find evidence that periods of low water harm the lake’s biology or ecology. In fact, the DNR found that periodic low water levels renew aquatic vegetation, providing important habitat for fish and wildlife. Robust native aquatic vegetation also protects shorelines from erosion due to waves and ice-heaving.

    Protective elevations are generally set for lakes that are subject to direct surface water withdrawals. This is the first time the DNR has set a protective elevation for a Minnesota lake to assist in managing the potential impacts of nearby groundwater appropriations. Establishing the protective elevation is the first step in a multi-part process. The DNR will consider how to apply the protective elevation to existing and new groundwater appropriation permits in the area.  The first step in this phase is evaluating the impact of groundwater use on White Bear Lake water levels.

    For those appropriations demonstrated to have a material effect on lake levels, the DNR will then modify the permits to incorporate the protective elevation. Permit modifications might include implementing use restrictions to help support the protective elevation. Such use restrictions would focus reduction on nonessential use such as lawn watering. Essential residential water use, such as drinking, cooking, and cleaning would not be restricted. 

    “This is the first protective elevation established by the DNR to manage groundwater use rather than direct surface water appropriations, so we will be exploring how best to apply it,” Naramore said.

    The DNR is setting the protective elevation in connection with the 2014 settlement agreement among parties to litigation concerning water levels on White Bear Lake. The plaintiffs claim permitted groundwater withdrawals are damaging White Bear Lake. The case is scheduled for trial in March 2017.

    In announcing its decision, the DNR emphasized that a protective elevation is not the same as an ordinary high water level (OHW). The OHW is a regulatory term and is defined as the elevation where vegetation transitions from primarily aquatic to primarily upland. It is important to understand that the OHW is not an average water level and is certainly not a goal for water levels. Water levels may occasionally rise above the OHW for relatively brief periods of time, but are below the OHW the large majority of the time. The OHW for White Bear Lake is 924.9 feet above mean sea level. The long-term average water level on White Bear Lake is 923.1 feet and the elevation at the current lake outlet is 924.3 feet.

    More information about lake levels and protected elevation is available at mndnr.gov/gwmp/wbl


  • 21 Dec 2016 5:52 AM | John MacKenzie

    Last Tuesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized and released a pre-publication copy of standards for applicators who apply restricted-use pesticides that are not available for purchase by the general public, and require special handling. GCSAA staff are reviewing the 400-page rule to gather more details for the membership. EPA has provided a summary of major changes.

    The rule includes a number of changes from the proposed rule, and in general, provides more flexibility on training issues than the original proposal. EPA also responded to comments it received on the proposed rule.

    GCSAA weighed in with public comment via the Pesticide Policy Coalition. Read the comments here.

    The final version with official effective dates has not been published yet in the Federal Register.

    “We are committed to keeping our communities safe, protecting our environment and protecting workers and their families,” said Jim Jones, EPA Assistant Administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. “By improving training and certification, those who apply these restricted use pesticides will have better knowledge and ability to use these pesticides safely.”

    The final rule addresses concern raised in comments about new definitions in the proposed rule. In particular, “fumigant” will now be defined as a product labeled as a fumigant, and the definitions of “mishap” and “use” are less ambiguous than they were.

    The revised rule also allows three years instead of two for state lead agencies to submit a certification plan for EPA reviews. EPA will then have two years to approve a certification plan once it is submitted.

    EPA’s stricter standards would require all people who are certified to apply restricted use pesticides to be at least 18 years of age. These certifications must be renewed every five years.

    EPA is requiring specialized licensing for certain methods such as fumigation and aerial application that can pose greater risks if not conducted properly. For further protection, those working under the supervision of certified applicators will now receive training to use pesticides safely and to protect their families from “take-home” pesticide exposure.

    In conjunction with the certification and training rule, EPA’s Office of Inspector General released a report titled, Additional Measures Can Be Taken to Prevent Deaths and Serious Injuries From Residential Fumigations. The report reviews incidents involving certain fumigation products and makes recommendations to reduce the potential for future incidents. Several recommendations in the report would require label changes. The Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention agreed to evaluate the possibility of label changes to incorporate report recommendations.


  • 14 Dec 2016 6:53 AM | John MacKenzie

    By now, or in the next few days, you will receive an email notification regarding MGCSA membership fees.  The new web system allows for payment through paypal.  If you would prefer, please download this form and send your payment to the address stated.  Please note that the new Equipment Manager due structure has net been included as it requires membership approval.  Thank you.

    2017 DuesStatement.pdf

  • 14 Dec 2016 6:21 AM | John MacKenzie

    Research at the University of Minnesota continues to answer critical questions asked by golf course managers across the state.  Since 2013, the Member-Driven Research Initiative has investigated numerous practices, such as precise applications for plant growth regulators, ways to minimize winter injury and wetting agent impacts on surface characteristics.  These studies have increased our knowledge of fine turf management on golf courses.

    The leadership of the MGCSA and Executive Director, Jack MacKenzie, have developed a successful outreach program in five regions of the state and western Wisconsin.  These outreach events are important for educating the MGCSA membership on the Member-Driven Research projects as well as environmental issues on the horizon. 

    To develop this research, the MGCSA membership is surveyed every two years to determine topics that have the most interest or value.  Our last survey went out to the membership in the spring of 2015 and identified research areas of wetting agents, winter injury and water conservation; these have been our main areas of research for the past two years.  The MGCSA membership will be surveyed again in January of 2017.

    Wetting agent research

    Our research on wetting agents has led to new information regarding the impacts of wetting agent applications to putting green surface characteristics.  In 2014 and 2015, we studied the impact of monthly wetting agent programs on putting green surface firmness, bentgrass quality, volumetric moisture content and winter survivability.  You can read about this work in back issues of Hole Notes magazine (April 2016, April 2015, May 2014).  Additionally, a comprehensive review of wetting agent research is provided in the July, 2013 issue of Hole Notes. 

    A trending strategy for wetting agent applications has been to make a final application in mid to late October with the goal of improving soil moisture dynamics over the winter and into the following spring.  For this, mid-October applications were made in the fall of 2014 and 2015.  Wetting agent persistence was assessed in late-March of the following spring through water drop penetration tests.  We found persistence into the spring from wetting agents applied in mid-October of both years, over five months later, and it was product dependent. 

    Based on the results from these degradation studies, we have started to investigate the breakdown of various wetting agent chemistries based on soil temperature over time.  This research began in the summer of 2016, with a treatment list covering the major wetting agent categories.  All wetting agents were applied at a rate of 6oz/1000ft2.  Applications were made in mid-July to both native soil and sand based creeping bentgrass putting greens and irrigated immediately with 0.35 inches.  Immediately following the irrigation, 2 inch diameter cores were pulled and transferred to a controlled environment set to average temperatures for this time period.  As average temperatures cooled, so did the growth chamber.  The growth chamber component was used to validate the results witnessed in the field.  Cores were pulled from the field and from the growth chamber at 10-day intervals to measure the presence of surfactant.  The same treatments were applied in early-October to native and sand-based bentgrass grown on the same research greens, but on a different trial area.  While there wasn’t a growth chamber component for the October applications, soil cores were pulled from the field every 10 days.  Additionally, surfactant presence will be assessed in the spring through core sampling in March and April.  We anticipate the preliminary results of this work to be available to MGCSA members at the 2017 Northern Green and during 2017 outreach events. 

    Winterization and recovery research

    We are currently conducting the second round of trials on the freezing tolerance of creeping bentgrass and bentgrass germination under cool temperatures.  In round one of this freezing trial, we cloned out 10 specific genotypes each of Penncross, T-‘1, L-93, 007, and Penn A-4.  We witnessed an approximate 1°C difference in LT50 (low temperature where 50% of the plants die) between the top and bottom varieties (Table 3).  Although this difference is small, it was significantly different and should be considered when comparing these five varieties.  The second replication of this trial is currently being grown in the greenhouse and freezing trials will be conducted in December and January. 

    A second study on cold tolerance is evaluating bentgrass variety germination in cold temperatures.  The first round of this study was completed in the fall of 2015 and it was repeated in the spring of 2016.  For this, we chose 22 varieties and germinated them in a growth chamber under simulated spring time temperatures.  In replication 1, the average temperatures were 40, 50 and 60⁰F which represents the historical average temperature on April 1st, April 24th and May 17th respectively. At 40⁰F, first germination was not seen until 21 days after seeding. However, little happened after that with only 0.4% of the 8,800 seeds germinating at 31 days after seeding.  In replication 2, we increased the minimum temperature to an average of 45 degrees. 

    Replication 2 results confirmed the results from the first run of this trial.  At the 45°F average temperature, several varieties—Proclamation, Pure Select, Declaration—produced over 40% germination by day 14 (Figure 1).  At this same time, several others—Independence, Penn A4, Memorial—achieved less than 15% germination.  At the 50°F average temperature, Penn A4 did not reach 50% by day 14, while many others germinated to 95% (Figure 2).  A similar reduced germination was recorded for Penn A4 at the 60°F temperature average(Figure 3).  We have also analyzed the 7-day germination of each variety at each temperature and the cumulative total germination.        

     

    Water conservation

    Water management is considered one of the most important day to day practices on a golf course and for good reason.  Firm and fast is the name of the game today for playability, and from an agronomic standpoint moisture has a direct impact on turf health and rooting.  In recent years we have witnessed a steady increase in the number of golf courses that are purchasing and using soil moisture meters to aid in managing water. 

    In the spring of 2016, we conducted a survey of MGCSA members asking questions related to moisture meter use and the results are fairly interesting.  Almost 60% of the respondents (n=54) indicated that they use a soil moisture meter in some capacity.  Spectrum Technologies TDR 300 is the meter in use by most, but multiple respondents indicated using the POGO meter by Stevens Water.  No other meter brands were mentioned by the 31 respondents who used meters.  From the survey, the main reasons for using moisture meters include to improve the precision of hand watering and to schedule nightly irrigation . 

    Moisture meters come in all shapes and sizes, and they have various features from wifi technology and cloud based software, to smart phone mapping systems.  With all of the different features, the world of moisture meters can get confusing really quickly.  We were curious to know what features are most important to you as a manager of turf.  Based on your responses, quick measurement was the most important feature, followed by affordability.  Surprisingly, mapping software ranked lowest in importance and this is likely a reflection of the fact that most use these tools for hand watering and nightly scheduling. 

    We are currently evaluating several moisture meters and they are outlined in the September, 2016 issue of Hole Notes.  Our outreach program this fall is educating MGCSA members how to utilize these tools and the various features of each.   

    The full report is available under the Resources Tab 


  • 30 Nov 2016 5:42 AM | John MacKenzie

    From The National Law Review:

    On November 22, 2016, US District Court Judge Mazzant of the Eastern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction, temporarily barring the new Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Final Overtime Rule from going into effect. The Rule, previously scheduled to take effect on December 1, 2016, would have increased the minimum annual salary that must be earned by exempt employees to $47,416 (up from $23,660). “Exempt employees” refers to employees exempt from the overtime requirements under FLSA. This Rule is now postponed until further notice pending final adjudication, appeals, etc. However, although the minimum salary increase has been postponed, the “white collar duties” tests under FLSA must still be met in order for an employee to be properly classified as exempt.

    The lawsuit was filed by 21 different states and over 50 business groups. All cases were consolidated before Judge Mazzant for judicial efficiency purposes. The injunction applies nationwide, including all of those states that were not even parties to the lawsuit.

    The Court ruled that the Department of Labor overstepped its boundaries in issuing the new regulation in the first place. Notwithstanding the fact that the Court deemed that changes in the Final Rule were inconsistent with the congressional intent of the existing overtime laws, Judge Mazzant further stated that any changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act must be done by an act of Congress.

    Employers may now, for the foreseeable future, continue to maintain their current salary structure for their exempt employees (assuming they are not earning less than $23,660 per year) until this matter is resolved one way or another. The reality is, with the Trump administration taking over on January 20, whether the Final Rule ever sees daylight again remains to be seen. There is a strong possibility that it will not.

    The case is: State of Nevada et al. v. U.S. Department of Labor, Civil Action No. 4:16-cv-00731-ALM



  • 25 Nov 2016 6:08 AM | John MacKenzie

    Millions of pounds of agricultural chemicals (agchems) are stored, moved, and safely used in Minnesota without incident. Pesticides and fertilizers are of great benefit to Minnesota but only when they are handled safely and do not adversely affect the environment.

    What is the environment? The environment comprises everything that is around us. It includes not only the natural elements that the word "environment" most often brings to mind but also people, buildings and homes. The environment is air, water, plants, animals, houses, restaurants, office buildings, and factories and all they contain. Anyone that uses an agricultural chemical-indoors or outdoors, in the city or the farm - must consider how the storage, transportation, and application may affect the environment.

    To promote the safe use of agricultural chemicals in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has many programs. 

    • Incident Response: Quick and comprehensive response to new and old agricultural chemical spills.


  • 25 Nov 2016 6:05 AM | John MacKenzie

    A monthly electronic newsletter summarizing Minnesota's climate conditions and the resulting impact on water resources. State Climatology Office - DNR Division of Ecological and Water Resources, St. Paul 

    distributed: November 3, 2016

    What happened in October 2016:

    • Rain and thunderstorms favored west central and southern Minnesota in October, 2016 with those areas finishing one half to two inches above normal. North central and north east Minnesota finished about one to two inches below normal. There was measurable precipitation in the Twin Cities on eleven days of the month, compared to nine days for the 1981-2010 normal. Statewide precipitation was 2.62 inches or .15 inches above normal. 
      [see: October 2016 Precipitation Total Map  | October 2016 Precipitation Departure Map  | October 2016 Climate Summary Table  |  October 2016 Percent of Normal Precipitation Map
      Some notable events include:
    • October 2016 had one heavy rain episode over south central and south east Minnesota. The heaviest rains fell in the Wells and the Winnebago area in Faribault County. 4.25 inches fell at Wells and 3.80 inches fell from October 25 to October 26 at Winnebago. 
      [see: Weekly Precipitation Map ending November 1, 2016]
    • In an otherwise balmy month, October 2016 had a brief winter-like flirtation with the first snowfall of the season on October 7. The accumulating snow was confined to the Arrowhead. 
      [see: First Snowfall of the Season: October 7, 2016]
    • More memorable were the mild temperatures, with residual summer-like mugginess. On October 17, dew point temperatures surged into the middle 60's over southern Minnesota. 
      [see: Warm and Muggy: October 17, 2016]
    • October 2016 continued the warmer-than normal pattern that has been in place since September 2015. The preliminary statewide average for October 2016 was 49.2 degrees or 3.2 degrees above normal. The warmest temperature for the month was 80 degrees at Milan in Chippewa County on October 2 and at Marshall in Lyon County on October 2 as well. The coldest was at Hallock in Kittson County on October 7. 
      [see: October 2016 Climate Summary Table  |  2016 October Departure from Normal Temperature Map]

    Where we stand now:

    • Seasonal precipitation totals (April 1 through November 1) ranked above the historical median over most of Minnesota, with much of south central, southeast and east central Minnesota in the 98% for the wettest growing season. Some areas are in the 99 percentile or nearly the wettest on record. Also, parts of northwest Minnesota rank in the 95 percentile as well. There are a few areas in north central and west central Minnesota that fall short of the median. The largest pocket of dryness is in southern Beltrami County. 
      [see: Seasonal Precipitation Ranking Map]
    • The U. S. Drought Monitor map released on November 1, depicts the entire state free of any drought designation. The state has been completely free of any drought designation for nine weeks in a row, beginning on September 6. The U.S. Drought Monitorindex is a blend of science and subjectivity where drought categories (ModerateSevere, etc.) are based on several indicators.
      [see: Drought Conditions Overview]
    • The U.S. Geological Survey reports that stream discharge values are much above normal across large sections of western, central and southern Minnesota. Above normal flows are in northwest Minnesota and normal flows are in the north central and northeast. 
      [see: USGS Stream Flow Conditions]
    • Water levels on most Minnesota lakes vary depending on lake and location in the state. Mille Lacs was above the median lake level for October. On November 3, Minnetonka was at 928.98 feet with 250 cfs flowing through Grays Bay Dam. White Bear Lake was at 922.61 feet on November 3, a rise of 1.24 feet from one year ago and a rise of 3.77 feet from the record low of 918.84 measured January 10, 2013. Rainy and Lake of the Woods are in the median range for September. Lake Superior was at 602.43 feet on November 3, six inches higher than the monthly average for early November. 
      [see: Mille Lacs Lake Water Level  |  Lake Minnetonka Water Level  |  White Bear Lake Water Level  |  Lake of the Woods Control Board Basin Data  |  Corps of Engineers Great Lakes Water Levels]
    • The Agricultural Statistics Service on October 31 reports that topsoil moisture across Minnesota is 0 percent Very Short, 1 percent Short, 71 percent Adequate, and 28 percent Surplus. Soil moisture levels at Lamberton and Waseca are well above the historical median. The soil moisture at Lamberton on November 1 is 2.08 inches above the historical average and is the highest for early November in at least five years. 
      [see: Agricultural Statistics Service Crop Progress and Condition  |  U. of M. Southwest Research and Outreach Center (Lamberton)  |  U. of M. Southern Research and Outreach Center (Waseca)]
    • The potential for wildfires is currently rated by DNR Forestry as Low across Minnesota. Historically, 80 percent of all wildfires in Minnesota occur during April and May.
      [see: Fire Danger Rating Map]

    Future prospects:

    • The November precipitation outlook leans towards below normal precipitation across the state, with the best chance of below normal precipitation in the central part of the state. November precipitation normals range from about three-quarters of an inch in northwest Minnesota to about two-and-a-half inches in Cook County. Southern and central Minnesota range by about one-and-a-quarter of an inch in the southwest to about two-inches_and a quarter in south central Minnesota. 
      [see: Climate Prediction Center 30-day Outlook  |  November Precipitation Normal Map]
    • The November temperature outlook has a strong tendency for above normal temperatures throughout Minnesota, with the best chance in the west. Normal November high temperatures are in the 40s to start the month, dropping to the 30s by month's end. Normal lows are in the 30s to upper 20s early in the month, falling to the teens by late November.
      [see: Climate Prediction Center 30-day Outlook  | November Temperature Normal Map]
    • The 90-day temperature outlook for November through January has equal chances of below-normal, near-normal, or above-normal conditions across Minnesota, The 90-day precipitation outlook for October through December also indicates equal chances of below-normal, near-normal, or above-normal conditions across most of Minnesota. The far northeast tip of Minnesota has a slight tendency for above normal precipitation. 
      [see: Climate Prediction Center 90-day Outlook]
    • The National Weather Service produces long-range probabilistic river stage and discharge outlooks for the Red River, Minnesota River, and Mississippi River basins. These products address both high flow and low flow probabilities.
      [see: National Weather Service - North Central River Forecast Center]

    From the author:

    • The Winter Outlook (December-February) From the Climate Prediction Center continues to have a slight tendency for below normal temperatures. There is a slight tendency for above normal precipitation for northern Minnesota and equal chances for below, normal and above normal elsewhere. There is a 70 percent chance of a weak La Nina this winter. 
      [see: Climate Prediction Center December-February Outlook]

    Upcoming dates of note:

    • November 17: National Weather Service releases 30/90 day temperature and precipitation outlooks


  • 25 Oct 2016 4:57 AM | John MacKenzie

    If you are considering registering for pesticide recertification at the NG in 2017, remember that the UMN Extension and Winfield will be hosting a Golf-Centric in November of 2017 to fulfill this state requirement.  The golf-centric programming will focus on golf turf management practices and mot stray into mundane materials.

    The green industry education and trade show set for January 10-12, 2017 at the Minneapolis Convention Center will now be known simply as “Northern Green.” The refreshed name highlights changes in store for the largest green industry show in the northern region in order to ensure it remains interesting and relevant for future generations.  Among industry stakeholders, the shortened brand “Northern Green” was confirmed as one with which the green industry resonates very strongly, and when paired with a new tagline “where outdoor pros connect + grow,” establishes a reinvigorated event brand. The refreshed brand also includes new visual components, complete with a new logo.  The event will continue to serve outdoor environment professionals who need a personal and professional recharge. 

    The event offers a value-driven platform for education, innovation, and community.  The reimagined show advances growth and elevates the industry’s ability to deliver experiential outdoor spaces that enhance people’s lives.  Our uncommon blend of diverse industry expertise encourages high quality learning, showcases dynamic product offerings, and welcomes fun and fluid opportunities to connect.

    What’s new for 2017?

    ·       A new schedule: Tuesday – Thursday

    ·       New registration packages/options

    ·       Multiple keynote speakers intended to inspire

    ·       Interactive trade show elements including more campfire experiences, a hardscape building contest, and an innovation and inspiration theater

    ·       Revised education opportunities including day long master classes, CEO premium content, an interactive track and much more…

    ·       Comedy and pizza night featuring a national headlining comedian

    ·       There will also be little surprises around every corner from music, to lighting, and beyond!

    “Northern Green has been a leading conference in our region for 13 years, and we want to ensure it remains a must-attend event for years to come,” said MNLA Past President Heidi Heiland. “The new name and look and exciting new elements will reflect our rapidly changing industry and it all begins in 2017!”

    So, take out your pen, pencil, phone or iPad and mark your calendar for the newly rebranded Northern Green, January 10-12, 2017 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, because something new is coming and you won’t want to miss it!

    Northern Green is co-sponsored by the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) and the Minnesota Turf and Grounds Foundation (MTGF).  For further information, visit www.NorthernGreen.org.

    Contact:                Cassie Larson, MNLA Executive Director

                                        E-mail: cassie@mnla.biz; Phone: 651-633-4987


  • 20 Oct 2016 5:38 AM | John MacKenzie

    The Mega Seminar, an early December program focused primarily on drainage with sessions of in-house green re-construction and personnel management, is sure to be a hit among the MGCSA.  Especially considering how much rain the state has had this season.  This year the MEGA destination is The Minikahda Club.

    DENIM/BLUE JEANS will not be allowed into the clubhouse.  Please dress professionally during the MEGA Event.

    Participants will not be allowed to use their cell phones inside the Clubhouse.  A cash bar will be available following Wednesday’s program.


    2016 MEGA-Seminar

    December 7th & 8th, 2016

    Wednesday December 7th:

    7:00am - 8:00am

    Registration/Networking with assorted pastries and coffee

    8:00am - 9:45am

    John Kelly and Steve Ami, Drainage Specialists, Kelly Ami Inc.

    Solving Your Drainage Problems

    9:45am - 10:00am

    Break

    10:00am - 11:00am

    John Kelly and Steve Ami, Drainage Specialists, Kelly Ami Inc.

    Solving Your Drainage Problems

    11:00am - 12:00pm

    Bill Spence, Director of Grounds, The Country Club, Brookline, MA

    Adapting to a Changing Membership and Learning to Drive Home Happy!  

    Thirty-two Years at The Country Club

    12:00pm - 1:00pm

    Lunch

    1:00pm - 1:30pm

    Steve Randall, GCSAA

    1:30pm - 2:30pm

    John Kelly and Steve Ami, Drainage Specialists, Kelly Ami Inc.

    Solving Your Drainage Problems

    2:30pm - 3:30pm

    Bill Spence, Director of Grounds, The Country Club, Brookline, MA

    How Major Tournaments have Shaped our Business and Lives

    Thursday December 8th:

    7:00am - 8:00am

    Registration/Networking with assorted pastries and coffee

    8:00am - 9:45am

    John Kelly and Steve Ami, Drainage Specialists, Kelly Ami Inc.

    Solving Your Drainage Problems

    9:45am - 10:00am

    Break

    10:00am - 11:00am

    John Kelly and Steve Ami, Drainage Specialists, Kelly Ami Inc.

    Solving Your Drainage Problems

    11:00am - 12:00pm

    Roger Stewart, CGCS, TPC Twin Cities

    TBD

    12:00pm - 1:00pm

    Lunch

    1:00pm - 2:00pm

    John Kelly and Steve Ami, Drainage Specialists, Kelly Ami Inc.

    Solving Your Drainage Problems

    2:00pm - 3:00pm

    Dale Hiebert and Matt Cavanaugh , Rush Creek Golf Club

    In-House Greens Renovation at Rush Creek Golf Club

    Join your peers for education, networking and a celebration of the culmination of another successful golf season.

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