A month into 2023 and it has been relatively mild (until recently). Winter has been manageable across the province which is a pleasant change from the previous few years. Warm weather just following Christmas in the Calgary area had a few courses battling potential ice formation, but for the most part courses are doing well.
Days are noticeably longer than a month ago and just like every February, that means courses are gearing up for the start of the season.
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We are just over two weeks until we can meet again in person at the Canadian for the first time since 2020. You won't want to miss top-notch education sessions, Canada's largest trade show of its kind, social events, breakfasts, lunches and coffee breaks.
Take the opportunity to reconnect with your colleagues and friends during our social events including the Awards ceremony and Opening SociALL on Wednesday or the Thursday night party at the Good Co Bar Granville.
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There are still a few booths available at the Canadian Golf Course Management Trade Show on Thursday, February 23. Take advantage of Canada's largest dedicated trade show hours from 10:00 - 3:00 and meet with turf management professionals from across Canada. Your booth space includes 3 staff, access to education sessions, the Opening SociALL on Wednesday and the trade show lunch on Thursday.
We know our delegates are excited to reconnect in Vancouver.
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CGSA's online auction returns on Wedneday, February 22. You will want to budget to participate in the generous products and services donated including the Toro Workman GTX Lifted, BrettYoung and Precision Laboratories products and more being added daily. |
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Rob Wilke Environmental Achievement Award Winner |
CGSA and Rain Bird are pleased to announce Rob Wilke as the 2022 CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement Award recipient. This award is exclusively sponsored by Rain Bird. Congratulations Rob!
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Dain Mikulic Assistant Superintendent of the Year |
CGSA and Toro are pleased to announce Dain Mikulic as the 2022 CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year. This award is exclusively sponsored by The Toro Company. Congratulations Dain!
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Rob Munro from Cabot recently had the opportunity to participate in a study tour of links courses in Scotland with colleagues. |
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Jason Dziabel was part of the team in Scotland spending "an incredible two weeks" touring facilities and golf courses". |
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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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Brad Anderson, Langley BC
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Brock Armstrong, Red Deer, AB
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Mike Banton, Petersburg, ON
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David Boyce, Mississauga, ON
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Rod Clark, Red Deer, AB
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Scott Coulter, Ile Bizard, QC
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Mackenzie Crawford, Innisfil, ON
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Trina Dawson, Red Deer, AB
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Jared Foster, Guelph, ON
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Carter Friesen, Montreal, QC
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Jacob Harris, Winnipeg, MB
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Darin Hill, Collingwood, ON
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Mark John, Mississauga, ON
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Tim Kroeker, Glenboro, MB
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Steven Millson, Collingwood, ON
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Pat Rathwell, Winnipeg, MB
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Blake Roche, Spruce Grove, AB
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Corbin Schreiner, Sylvan Lake, AB
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Scott Walters, Calgary, AB
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Nolan Wilson-Harker, Calgary, AB
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If you have recently moved, please send us your details to include in the next edition of GreenMatter. |
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Conference Special for New Members |
Membership in the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) not only benefits employees of your company, but it also benefits your club! Think of it as an investment! Sign up your staff today at 50% off or recommend to your colleagues and as a new CGSA member they also receive $150 off conference registration. |
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Scholarship Donation in Memory of Scott Wheeler |
Sadly long-time Superintendent Scott Wheeler of Victoria, BC passed away at home in December. Donations in Scott's memory can be made to the Canadian Golf Superintendents Scholarship Fund by contacting Lori Micucci at CGSA. |
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Be sure and visit our Golfmax Suppliers who are exhibiting at the Canadian Golf Course Management Conference Trade Show on Thursday, February 23.
- BrettYoung booth #39, 40
- NAPA booth #27
- Rain Bird #12, 12, 13, 14
- Toro # 51, 37
- Golfmax #26
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CGSA members receive comprehensive simplified options for health and dental needs and weekly Wellness Wednesday Tips. They also share benefits and resources available through their partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association and Not Myself Today program. |
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More memberperks in February
Log into your memberperks account to check out all the ways you and your family can have fun and save this winterl!
Note you will only be able to download the app if you are signed up to receive this member benefit. For more information, please contact Lori Micucci.
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As an Ultimate member of the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association, you have access to HumanaCare’s Member Assistance Program providing free, confidential support and counselling for individuals and their families experiencing work-life challenges. Confidential support is available 24/7.
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University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota requests your participation in their WinterTurf project. They are seeking participants in a one-time survey to assess the economic consequences caused by winter injury on golf courses. For Details. |
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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
Miranda Robinson, Communications, mrobinson@golfsupers.com
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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