Fall is perhaps one of the best times of year to golf. This has held true for most of the province into October. Sunny days with moderate rain helped to extend the golf season in most parts of Ontario. Fall like conditions finally arrived the last few days of October with cool temperatures and plenty of rain.
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Most of us in BC, save the Lower mainland and the Island, are either wrapping things up and putting our courses to bed or have already done so at this time of year. It’s a good time to reflect on the past season and start thinking about the next. I think most superintendents in BC would consider this past season one of the better ones agronomically, with cooler than average temperatures across most of the province.
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After 44 years, CGSA past president David Boyd, pictured with Lisa Longball, retires. David spent nearly 30 years at Heritage Pointe.
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Congratulations to Dennis Piccolo who was celebrated for his 35 years of service at the St. Catharines Golf & Country Club.
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The 2019 Green Start Academy students and faculty, hosted by Bayer and John Deere in North Carolina.
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Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
- CONNOR HAMILTON, GUELPH ON
- KEVIN MORRISON, SLAVE LAKE AB
- CHRISTOHPER SCOTT, ILE-BIZARD QC
- DON WALINGA, LIVELY ON
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CGSA's Latest Accredited Members
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Please join the CGSA in congratulating the following member(s) for receiving or renewing their designations:
Master Superintendent
®
Designation
- Congratulations to Keith Blayney, MS from Edmonton Petroleum Golf & Country Club who just became CGSA’s latest Master Superintendent. Keith received his Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) designation back in 2010 and he has been a member of the CGSA since 1988.
Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) Designation
- Congratulations to Michael Newton, AGS, GM, Golf and Operations at Glacier Greens Golf Course. Michael’s designation is upgraded from AAGS to the AGS as he moves into his new position.
For more information on how you can achieve your designation, please
click here
or contact
Lori
at ext. 27 at the CGSA office.
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Updated Criteria for the Master Superintendent Designation
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During their Fall Meetings, the Board of Directors approved the recommendation by the Professional Development and Accreditation Committee to alter the Master Superintendent exam criteria. The changes were proposed by the committee after feedback received from numerous program participants. It was felt that the current exam needed to be revamped in order to allow for more participation in the program and to come in line with the current trends of professional designation programs. The 6-hour time requirement to write the Master Superintendent exam was too large of a time commitment for many and hindered the potential participation in the program. With the new format it will see a change in the time requirement to write the exam.
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Upcoming November 30th Award Deadlines
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The CGSA uses a variety of award programs in order to recognize the achievements of its members in the conduct of their duties as professional golf course managers. Several of these award programs are sponsored in whole or in part by industry partners and for this we are very appreciative. The support of these companies allows us to provide a tangible component to the recognition these individuals receive as award recipients.
NOMINATE OR APPLY FOR ONE OF THESE GREAT CGSA AWARDS
Thank you to our Award Sponsors:
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SuperSearch - CGSA's Employment Referral Service
SuperSearch is a job posting service available to members and non-members of the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) in the golf industry looking to hire experienced professionals.
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It's a Cinch to Win with CGSA's Recruit-A-Member Campaign
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The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) introduces the Fall recruitment campaign. This a great opportunity for you to help us build a stronger voice for CGSA within the superintendent community.
Recruit a new or returning member that fits within the criteria by
December 21, 2019
and as a thank you CGSA will provide you with an upgrade to the Premium member benefit package.
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More
member
perks
for CGSA in November
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For our members who have upgraded their benefit options to either Premium or the Ultimate level, here are more savings for you in September through
memberperks
. There are some great savings for you and your family!
There are 3000 discounts across Canada for you and your family members to take advantage of. To learn more about this benefit, please contact Lori Micucci, ext. 27 or
lmicucci@golfsupers.com.
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Write the CGSA Master Superintendent or Accredited Golf Superintendent During the AGSA Conference
Are you thinking of writing the CGSA Master Superintendent (MS) or Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) exam? CGSA is offering anyone attending the Alberta Golf Superintendent Association's Property Manager's conference at the end of November an opportunity to write either exam on Sunday November 24.
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Congratulations to Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services who recently celebrated 16 years at the CGSA.
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Integrated Mental and Physical Wellness Service Provider
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Do you or any of your family members feel overwhelmed and in need of support to address the daily challenges we face whether it be family, work, stress, anxiety, parental or marital support, diet/nutrition, harassment, etc? If so, HumanaCare is here to provide the assistance and support you need.
CGSA recently announced their partnership with HumanaCare which will offer an enhanced member experience for those who upgrade to the
Premium and Ultimate benefit packages.
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CGSA and Platinum Partner, The Toro Company, are excited to announce their
next quarterly Opportunity Buy
exclusive to CGSA members
running from November 1st to December 31st, 2019
.
For more information on this Toro Opportunity Buy and the Toro Golfmax Rebate Program
click here
or contact
Lori Micucci
, Manager, Member Services at CGSA at 800.387.1056 ext. 27.
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CGSA and Bayer Environmental Science Announce Renewed Platinum Sponsorship
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and Bayer Environmental Science (Bayer) are pleased to announce their continued partnership through 2022. As the Platinum sponsor Bayer provides exclusive support for
CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year award
, the annual Awards ceremony that is hosted at The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference (CGCMC) and the Fall Field Day educational seminar.
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CGSA and Rain Bird Announce Continued Partnership
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and Rain Bird are pleased to announce the continued exclusive sponsorship of the
CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement Award
. As a Silver sponsor, Rain Bird will also be a sponsor at The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference (CGCMC).
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CGSA and Foley Company Renew Partnership
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and the Foley Company are pleased to announce the continued exclusive sponsorship of the
CGSA/Foley
Company Equipment Technician of the Year Award
.
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Consider Placing Your Ad here
Advertising in GreenMatter will allow your company to reach industry professionals directly. It is issued monthly to over 900 CGSA members.
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CONTACT US
Jeff Calderwood, Executive Director ex. 24
Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services ex. 27
Kathryn Wood, Chief Operating Officer ex. 23
Barb Manifold, Business Development and Trade Show ex. 25
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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