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Thank you for choosing The Westin Nova Scotian as the host of the 2024 Atlantic Turf Grass Conference! The Westin Nova Scotian, a proud second year host, offers travelers abundant on-site options to dine and enjoy. Our pool, Westin Workout and Armin’s Spa allow travelers to unwind and relax! The central location is close to an array of restaurants, nightlife and attractions. Should time allow, we are minutes from Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Scotiabank Centre and Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market. Our modern, upscale rooms and suites offer deluxe accommodations with contemporary amenities. After a day of discussing greens and fairways, enjoy your evening with a beverage and delicious food selection in Seaport Social Lounge and Restaurant. Again, we appreciate your choosing The Westin, and wish you a successful event! Glenn Bowie General Manager, Westin Nova Scotian
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president’s report ROBERT MCGREGOR | Green Gables Golf Club
As we welcome 2024, the region has experienced varying weather conditions leaving some of us to start our ice coverage clock while at the same time enjoying the off season with some down time away from our facilities. The one event which kickstarts the feel of the upcoming season is the AGSA conference and trade show taking place at the Westin Nova Scotian in Halifax February 13-15. The annual conference provides us all great educational opportunities whether it is through half day seminars, speaker talks or specific topic presentations. This year will provide all attendees the chance to take in local peer presentations, experience an irrigation themed panel discussion as well as the anticipated superintendents panel to wrap up the conference. The trade show will kick off with an opening reception Tuesday evening followed by time to visit industry representatives and experience their offerings in a casual atmosphere. Dedicated trade show time will once again be offered during Wednesday with a chance to visit and experience products offered to integrate into your facilities programming and function. The annual banquet will take place Wednesday evening for attendees to honour and recognize bursary award winners, Superintendent of the Year as well as the Distinguished Service Award recipient. The evening will also be a time for us all to appreciate the time together with great company. I would like to thank the conference committee for the numerous planning meetings, emails and the commitment to organizing a great event for our association. The support and commitment of AGSA suppliers continues to be second to none for making this an annual event. Last but not least, thank you for all the work behind the scenes Jim Nix! The numerous hours of planning, organizing and making sure things are in place for our conference to be a success is much appreciated!!!
Thank you and look forward to seeing everyone in Halifax!!! Robert McGregor
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2024 AGSA Conference and Trade Show TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 7:00 AM Registration 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dr. Brandon Horvath - Developing fungicide programs that perform and manage fungicide resistance NOON LUNCH – Participants taking morning & afternoon seminars Jason Pick - CEU Workshop - The affect Heuristic, The facts behind pesticide bans; Pest 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Management Strategies; Maximizing your control intervals 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 7:30 AM –7:45 AM OPENING REMARKS – Conference Chair/President/Syngenta Alan Dolick - Biological Thatch Management: Can it really be done 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Brandon Horvath - Using modern golf data to inform how to emply agronomic practices Paul MacCormack - Fox Meadows - Changing the vision 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM 10:40 AM – 11:00 AM Tech Talk - Syngenta TRADE SHOW OPEN– Dedicated trade show time, including lunch being served on the 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM trade show floor 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM Rob McGregor – President’s AGSA Update 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM Rene George - Old Ashburn - Renovation Project Erik Macpherson - Abercrombie - Back from Despair - Recovering from Fiona 3:20 PM – 3:40 PM Tech Talk - Envu : "Lessons learned: Understanding White Grub Control in 2023' Tech Talk - BASF 3:40 PM – 4:00 PM 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Irrigation Panel - Barry Stone, Gord Johansson, TBA 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION AWARDS BANQUET 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Alan Dolick - Importance of water quality in spray applications & All things carbon Tech Talk - Belchim 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM Tech Talk - Aquatrols 9:20 AM – 9:40 AM 9:40 AM – 9:50 AM BREAK Jason Pick (1 hr +) - Golf Club Management - Trends, Metrics and Profits; ATRF New 9:50 AM – 11:00 AM Research updates. 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM AGSA Superintendent Panel: Craig Acton, Mat Hamilton, Emerson Coulter (Moderator - Paul MacCormack) 12:15 PM – 12:20 PM Closing Remarks
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Dr. Brandon Horvath University of Tennessee Dr. Horvath is a professor of turfgrass pathology in the Plant Sciences Department at the University of Tennessee. He has worked at several championship courses and conducts research in turfgrass disease epidemiology that enables turfgrass managers to maintain healthier turf with fewer chemical inputs. Join us for his seminar “Developing fungicide programs that perform, manage fungicide resistance, and are environmentally sound!” on Tuesday, February 13 at 9 am.
IT’S A LONG TERM IMPACT:
Teaching for Future Success and Impact By: Brandon Horvath, Ph.D.
Teaching by its nature is a thankless job; it’s difficult to judge how effective you’ve been in the moment. Sure, there are tests and assessments one can use to determine how much has been ‘learned’, but those tools do little to capture the impact you’ve had on a student over a longer term. So, you often find yourself in a place where you don’t really know how you’ve done as a teacher until after the teaching is ‘complete’. Similarly, being a student isn’t exactly easy, nor what you end up doing when you move to the “real world”. I hate that term. The real world is where we are right now. It’s the ups and downs of being a student, learning new things, while juggling work commitments, social agendas, and parental expectations. Not to mention one’s own expectations, hopes, and dreams.
Honestly, the relationship formed between teacher and student when it’s done right should be one that lasts. Someone that the student can call upon when they need an unbiased perspective and someone that knows them and believes they’re capable of excellence even when they might not believe themselves. That is what I love about my opportunities to teach students in the Turfgrass Science and Management program here at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. It’s being able to see the growth of a person from being a novice to capable professional. It’s being able to show them how to identify a grass in the introductory turfgrass lab, to assessing a complex problem in the turfgrass strategies class, to taking a phone call about a new job opportunity and talking about the impact that might have on their burgeoning family. Accomplished teaching is a long-term commitment, and I’ve been able to reflect this past year on just how much impact I’ve had on students that have made their way through our program, and the impact that my colleagues have had on our students as well. The purpose of this article is to share with all of you just a few examples of what we do, and how committed we are to establishing long-term relationships with our students that tell us just how well we do at that job called “teaching”. I asked several of our students and alumni that you’re about to meet what it is about me
and my colleague’s teaching that has had an impact on them as they are navigating their careers. Their answers are insightful, and I think demonstrate that we are doing an exceptional job developing connections that will last. “Doc(s)” One of the things that comes with getting a Ph.D., if you’re not conceited or arrogant, is that you never quite get used to (at least I don’t) being called Doctor. Both Dr. Sorochan and I have plenty of stories when we were asked to call a professor by their name instead of referring to them by their more formal title. Both of us regularly encourage our students to call us what makes them comfortable, but with some limits; our last names are fine when referring to us to others, but I’m not a buddy or friend, so when talking to me, Doc, or my first name is fine. I know Dr. Sorochan is similar, and we both certainly don’t want an email that just says, “Hey, I need...(fill in the blank)”. We spend a lot of class time talking about professional behavior and the importance of communication, and it’s obvious that it does have an impact because many of the students I contacted relayed how these concepts have been important in their careers. One example comes from Tyler Baker, who graduated in 2012 and is General Manager of Common Grounds Landscape
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Management, where he mentioned as one of the Top 5 things he learned in school that “Networking and developing professional relationships will make your career easier”. The same holds true for 2020 graduate, Ryan York, “Dr. Horvath was one of the main pillars in my education. His network is one of the largest I know. Doc was and is still the guy you can go to with any questions not only about turf, but how to set and meet your goals as well as opportunities in the business”. Superintendent of Pine Orchard Yacht and Country Club in Branford, CT and 2013 graduate Wes Mackie, says of Dr. Sorochan, “I think of Doc as “The Indiana Jones of turfgrass”, he’s always on an adventure, and his awesome attitude is contagious. He taught me to view problems through a different lens, and that has undoubtedly helped me as a golf course superintendent”. The importance of communication and networking was evident in every response from every student we interviewed for this article. I know from my perspective that having 2012 graduates to 2022 future alumni saying they know how important professional communication and networking is to professional success serves as an indicator that what we are teaching is being absorbed and acted upon, and that is a good sign of true learning. Spreading Wings Another consistent theme throughout the interviews with current and former students trying to understand the impact their educational experiences have had on their career preparation was the importance of the internship. Internships can be varied in their depth, duration, and impact. In the turfgrass science and management program here, Dr. Sorochan and I believe that students need to push the boundaries of what they think is possible and to spread their wings and experience an internship that is in line with their career goals. Jimmy Humston, 2011 alumnus, and superintendent of The Lido, the newest course added to the reknowned WI golf resort, Sand Valley, captured what our goal is with student internships, “The connections I made through my first internship, while at Tennessee, have paved the way for all my career moves thus far.” Mackie says, “My internship was at Quaker Ridge in Scarsdale, NY, and if I hadn’t gone there, I guarantee you I would not be where I’m at today”. And even with the impact of Covid-19, the importance of internships has not diminished, with current student, Mitch Penn (2022), saying, “I think my two internships (both affected by Covid-19) have been extremely influential to my success. They’ve allowed
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me to apply the knowledge I’ve gained in the classroom into the field. It has also gone the other way around; there are things that I’ve learned on my internships that have helped me in the classroom too. They are a great way to start building your network and creating opportunities for post-graduation positions”. It’s clear that our students value the time that they spend in the field putting their education to work on deep, rich internships that help them get started on a successful career path. Your Younger Self I said at the beginning that it is hard to know how good a job one has done as a teacher in the moment. I think it is equally difficult for the student to know how something will impact them at the time they are taught. It is only after some reflection, growth, and life experience that things start to make sense. I asked these students what advice they’d give their younger selves in an effort to tease out things that have impacted them. They didn’t disappoint, and I’m heartened to see consistent themes come out of these bits of advice that I and Dr. Sorochan try to impart to them. Jordan Clark (2012), Superintendent of the Links of Kahite in Tellico, TN says, “Listen, be observant, have an open mind, you’ll figure it out later. Challenge yourself, ask more questions, and take risks”. Humston echos this, “Don’t get fixated on a course, area or even region. Have an open mind as you never know where your job will take you”. Baker talks about the comfort zone, “Don’t stay in the comfort zone just because it’s easy. You’ll miss opportunities for better things”. Our soon to be alum Penn is insightful, “Do a bit more digging, you never know what you’ll stumble upon”. I’m constantly amazed at the growth students display as they make their way through our program, and I can’t help but feel proud at the students that we are fortunate enough to have in our care for a little while. Long-Term Impact & Future Success It is rewarding to see the impact that you have on your students not just professionally, but in their lives. I had a chance to chat with a student about a job opportunity that would require a move just the other day. Our conversation wasn’t about growing grass or fungicide programs. It was about how a move like this was going impact his growing family, and what he thought about that. If I could give my younger self some advice, it would be to emphasize to my students the importance
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of the big things, and not to worry so much about the details. I try to do that in class. I want them to understand that the materials and detail is only useful if you can communicate it to others and use it to solve problems. I often get asked why I ask exam questions that require a written response. The why is that I want to see how they are thinking, reasoning through a scenario, because that skill is what they need to be successful in the future, not which fungicide they should use to control dollar spot. I count myself fortunate that I’ve been able to develop these longlasting relationships with students where they want to come back and involve me in their careers, which to me is the primary indicator that they’ve been taught effectively. I love teaching. And I’m appreciative that they’ve let me be their teacher for a little while.
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Jason J. Pick, MSc. Faculty, Olds College Jason is a former golf course superintendent, joining the Olds College faculty in 2009. He specializes in Turfgrass Science and Golf Resort Management, with degrees in Agriculture, Business, Applied Science, and Masters from Penn State. He represents the Alberta Turfgrass Research Center as its Executive Director, providing continuing education throughout the turfgrass industry.
Q3 update: Oct-Dec 2023 With course closures and snowfall, the ATRF closed for the season. A welcomed shift into conference season, we appreciated invitations from Saskatchewan Turfgrass Association, Landscape Alberta, and the Alberta Golf Superintendents Association, and several more through the winter. For the first time, the ATRF will soon address the Atlantic Golf Superintendents in Halifax, followed by the MGSA, covering CEU topics, Legislation and regulation, business management, research advances & updates. Extended Fall turns Polar Vortex - Turf Impacts: Our third quarter saw a flurry of activity with several late product trial entries, evaluating products and rates for Microdochium, Gray and Pink snow mold from Belchim, BASF, and Syngenta. We were happy to see our plots covered with winter trials, the late fall also gave us the opportunity to get all the trials down without incident. However, the extended fall in 2023 left most properties open, and few clubs had snow cover through December. This raises concern as extreme cold temperatures in early January now pose a risk of direct low temperature kill having suffered from the -37’C and -51’C temperatures in Alberta. Especially concerning for those managing populations of poa annua, the cold extended into central BC with reports of -10’C. Past research at the PTRC has proven that despite the unique evolution of poa annua, its survivability beyond -15’C is virtually nil. The environmental requirement for adaptation and evolution are selection forces being applied repeatedly, over a long period of time. In the case of low temperature kill, the species is denied repeated selection force - and subsequently unable to adapt to temperatures below -15.C. For many clubs out there who did not use insulating covers, or those without 4-6” snow, the -20’ to extreme -51’C temperatures will undoubtedly result in loss of your poa annua. You may want to extract a plug and move it to the window - assess the turf loss. Membership update: Trends in membership at the ATRF are positive - reflective of the gradual change from individual membership to corporate and association support. We are very proud to report all turf associations in western Canada, are now members of your association! Extending the foundation benefits though these associations, we ensure assistance is received by all in our field. The next billing cycle begins in April, thanking you all in advance for your renewed support.
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Alberta Turfgrass Research 2024 In 2024, the ATRF and the Prairie Turfgrass Research Foundation at Olds College will be engaging several key turfgrass areas: The premier project in drought avoidance, a partnership between the Sod Growers Commodity Group and City of Calgary will commence 2024. The project aims to determine minimum sustainable levels of irrigation to recover from primary wilt, comparing Calgary's perennial “Yard Smart” formula with 28 varieties of sod produced by eight of the leading sod producers in Western Canada. The three year trial hopes to ultimately produce a functional formula for landscape architects and city planners to adequately design residential and commercial infrastructure to provide appropriate planting plans with pipelines of adequate size to provide sufficient water for irrigation. We hope this model will prove as a foundation for future city planners and architects. The ATRF will be sowing 36 ryegrass varieties at the PTRC this spring 2024 for A-List sustainable turf. We join contributors Purdue University, UCRiverside, NCState, Rutgers,Utah State, University of Wisconsin-Madison, UConn, Virginia Tech, Ohio State, Oregon State U, and Iowa State in perennial ryegrass evaluations applicable to Northern Canadian climates Once again our Olds College degree students will be competing in GCSAA’s turfbowl this Feb in Phoenix. Thanks to the ongoing generosity of Syngenta Canada and Jason Steadwell, who continues to invest in tomorrow’s turf managers. With two teams this year in Phoenix, we are hopeful to represent Olds College, Syngenta, and the Canadian turf professionals among up to 77 American turf schools such as Purdue, Texas A&M, with a goal to de-throne Penn State! We also cheer for the University of Guelph, supporting all Canadian turf students at this premier event. Turf Program update: The Olds College Online Turfgrass Certificate began this fall with 42 students, our Turf Management Diploma maxed at 32 students and was oversubscribed again this year. With a full section on the waiting list, 2024 marks the 10th straight year Olds College turf program has maintained a waiting list into its full time program. With scheduled start Jan 8, 2024, the college continues to capitalize on its compressed block system, with 13 day courses and just 4 months on campus, it utilizes internships to round out student education while they work full time. With some room to grow in the applied degree, we will welcome degree students back on Campus in January 2025 for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Golf Course Management.. For more information regarding Turf research, past projects or future opportunities, check our website Alberta Turfgrass Research Foundation. For program information in Olds College Turf Management Certificate, Diploma or Applied Science Degree in Golf Course management, visit: Oldscollege.ca, or contact Jason Pick, 403-556-8243
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Creating Joy through Mountain Biking and Walking Trails at Glasgow Hills Resort Glasgow Hills has always been committed to providing our guests with a memorable and exceptional experience. In line with this commitment, we have embarked on an exciting endeavour – the addition of mountain biking and walking trails to our resort! One of the primary benefits of introducing mountain biking and walking trails is enhancing our guest's experience, attracting a more diverse audience, creating a more positive environmental impact, boosting the local economy, and helping the community's and guests' health and wellness. These trails will offer a unique opportunity for our guests to connect with nature while engaging in physical activities. The sense of adventure and exploration will add a new dimension to their stay, making it more fulfilling and memorable. Mountain biking and walking trails have a broad appeal. They cater to both adventure enthusiasts and those seeking a more leisurely experience in nature. By offering such diverse activities, our resort can attract a wider range of guests, from families looking for a peaceful retreat to thrill-seekers seeking an adrenaline rush. Guests are more likely to extend their stay when a resort offers a variety of activities. With the addition of mountain biking and walking trails, guests may decide to spend an extra day or two exploring these trails and enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds our resort. This not only boosts revenue but also creates a more loyal customer base. Developing these trails responsibly will also have a positive environmental impact. We can create eco-friendly trails encouraging sustainable tourism practices, such as educating guests about Leave No Trace principles. By fostering a deeper connection with nature, we also encourage a sense of responsibility
towards preserving it. Mountain biking and walking trails can attract visitors from surrounding areas, thereby stimulating the local economy. Guests will require accommodations, dining options, and potentially rental equipment, which can provide additional business opportunities for local vendors and services. Promoting our resort as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts can help create unique marketing opportunities as well. It allows us to tap into a niche market and differentiate ourselves from competitors. Additionally, we can partner with local tourism boards and outdoor gear companies as well as local health and wellness boards such as Central Region Sports and Recreation Council to cross-promote our resort, further boosting our image. Offering these trails aligns with the growing trend of health and wellness tourism. Guests can enjoy physical activity in a natural setting, reducing stress and promoting well-being. This can result in positive word-of-mouth marketing and repeat visits from health-conscious guests. In conclusion, adding mountain biking and walking trails at our resort promises to have a profoundly positive impact. It enriches the guest experience, attracts a diverse audience, extends guest stays, promotes environmental responsibility, boosts the local economy, creates more community opportunities, and contributes to the health and wellness of our guests and community. This positive investment not only aligns with our commitment to providing exceptional experiences but also ensures the long-term success and sustainability of our resort.
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John Deere 8800A RoughMower
Sales and service of quality golf course equipment
John Deere 4R Series Compact Tractor
• Yanmar diesel 4 cylinder engine • F/R ‘Twin Touch’ foot pedals • Hydrostatic transmission • Auto throttle • Load match
Financing available (OAC) Get the latest equipment at a cost that can improve your financial statement.
• Final Tier 4 without sacrificing horsepower • Maximum Rated HP of 55.1 • Cutting Width: 88" total
www.green-diamond.ca Contact your local rep today. Colton Parsons Golf Operations Manager Atlantic 902-692-1981 Coltonparsons@green-diamond.ca
Mike Clarke Golf Equipment Sales NB PEI 902-222-1339 Mikeclarke@green-diamond.ca
Jonah Vidito Golf Equipment Sales NS 732-370-0801 JonahVidito@green-diamond.ca
Jason Allen Golf Aftermarket Support Specialist 782-370-1317 JasonAllen@green-diamond.ca
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