As summer gets going in Manitoba it continues to be fairly dry after a very wet 2022 season. Most Superintendents that I have spoken with are watering heavily to keep turf as healthy as possible. July has brought slightly cooler weather so far than May and June which were well above their average temperatures. Courses report still being busy and everyone seems to have lots of projects on the go.
MGSA recently hosted its John B. Steel event at Niakwa Country Club. Shawn Major, AGS, host Superintendent, had the course in great shape and the winners who will represent Manitoba at the Fall Field Day in September are Jordan Joye, Mark Kerkowich, Jon McMorris and Joe Chartrand.
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Superintendents in Atlantic Canada are wondering if the rain is ever going to stop. It is hard to believe that in May we were as dry as anyone had seen it for that time of year and battling numerous large forest fires.
The relentless rain has made it impossible to mow many areas and superintendents have had to make that difficult decision to put mowers out knowing there will be some damage, but not mowing will create a mess of clippings when you can get out there. This week we have finally gotten some mowers out and our blower goes all day trying to deal with the clippings.
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Some Content you will Find in This Issue:
- Recruit a Member
- CGSA Award Program nominations
- Dues Payment Winner
- National Tournament Program
- Photo Contest
- Work in Australia
- Golfmax
- Industry News
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Recruit a CGSA Member by August 31 to Win! |
Now is the perfect time to recruit your assistant or a colleague to join the CGSA. If you recruit a new member by August 31, 2023, you are eligible to win some prizes!
To thank you for helping CGSA build a stronger membership; your name will go into a draw to win one of two CGSA merchandise prizes. A value of $150 each.
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Nominate or Apply for One of These Great CGSA Awards!
The CGSA uses a variety of award programs to recognize the achievements of its members in the conduct of their duties as professional golf course managers. The award programs are one of the ways in which the association profiles the work of golf course professionals. Nominate a colleague for the John B. Steel award; CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement award; CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year award; CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year award and scholarships.
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Congratulations to Altoman (Arnie) Palmer, Owner at the Tilbury Golf Club Incorporated who is the lucky winner of the All-Access registration package to The Canadian 2024 Golf Course Management Conference that is taking place February 27-29, 2024, at the Hotel Bonaventure in Montreal, Quebec.
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Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
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Joel Amirault, Timberlea, NS
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Justin Casat, Medicine Hat, AB
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Kevin Hart, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON
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Bob Merritt, Wilmington, NC
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Andy Sandilands, Newmarket, ON
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Blaine Swiderski, Sun Peaks, BC
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Sean Valikoski, Victoria, BC
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Sean Van Beurden, Clifford, ON
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Ryan Witzaney, Sun Peaks, BC
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Thank you to the following members who generously made a donation to the CGSA Scholarship fund in 2023:
- Mary Evelyn
- Ronald Craig
- Jim Flett, AGS
- Gordon Olson
- Paul Robertson
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National Tournament Program |
As part of the ongoing effort to recognize the role of the superintendent at the golf facility, the CGSA sponsors the National Tournament Program for members that host these prestigious events. Our members are an essential part of the team that ensures that the golf course provides fair and consistent conditions for competition.
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Congratulations to Patrick Greenman, his staff and volunteers for making the RBC Canadian Open at Oakdale a legend. (credit Tyler Ruest). |
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CGSA Vice-President John McLinden, AGS, left, congratulates Patrick Greenman at Oakdale Golf and Country Club. |
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CGSA Vice-President John McLinden, AGS, right presents Patrick Greenman with his National Tournament plaque during the RBC Canadian Open. |
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More Than Turf Photo Contest |
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Each month GreenMatter will share some of the photos submitted as part of the More Than Turf Photo Contest. The winner will be selected in December and receive "bragging rights" and a CGSA merchandise package. To submit photos please send photos with captions to CGSA.
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Skeena Valley Golf and Country Club night sky, Rob Wilke. |
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Men's night at the North Bay Golf and Country Club - Craig Moody. |
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Ian Brooks, Selkirk Golf
and Country Club,
Manitoba.
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Want to Work in Australia This Winter? |
Travel and turn your seasonal grounds or hospitality job into a year-long profession through the EnvoyGolf Exchange Program. Successful candidates will spend their winters in Australia or New Zealand at some of the best golf courses in the world, with positions available from Fall of 2023 through to Spring of 2024.
For details contact scott@vbgolf.ca.
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NEW: CGSA members receive a rebate of 1.5% on Rain Bird Golf Irrigation Products
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CGSA Members can now Join the Member Assistance Program
What is HumanaCare?
As a member of the CGSA, you now have the option to add HumanaCare’s Member and Family Assistance Program to your renewal for the low cost of $40.
HumanaCare can assist in the following areas:
HumanaCare provides free, confidential support and counselling for individuals and their families experiencing work-life challenges. HumanaCare provides short-term counselling 24/7 by phone, in-person or via their virtual/mobile app to assist with life challenges.
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We Are Golf/National Allied Golf Associations Elect New Chair
Jeff Calderwood, Chief Executive Officer of the CGSA and the NGCOA Canada, was elected Chair of the National Allied Golf Associations (NAGA) by fellow board members at the Annual General Meeting held virtually on June 26, 2023. He will serve the role for a one-year term.
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Marie Thorne Donates Back |
Marie Thorne, a pioneer of women in the turf industry has passed her turf industry book collection to the University of Guelph Turf Management programs. Pictured here with Cam Shaw.
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CONTACT US
Jeff Calderwood, Chief Executive Officer ex. 24
Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services ex. 27
Kathryn Wood, Chief Operating Officer ex. 23
Barb Manifold, Events and Administration ex. 25
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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