As the days get shorter & shorter and cool mornings become the norm here in Alberta, courses push hard to sustain their conditions despite the reduced staff that we all experience. After a cool spring and summer taking its sweet time to show up, the last 2 months have been extremely warm with very little precipitation in many areas. Turf was put to the test, but golfers benefited from some great days for golf.
Alberta events were a great success this summer as the AGSA was able to host all of its events in person with no restrictions.
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Fall Field Day A Week Away |
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Have you registered yet? We're excited to welcome members, sponsors and guests to Winnipeg, Manitoba in just over a week!
Southwood Golf & Country Club is ready to welcome us with outstanding conditions and some great prairie hospitality while we enjoy both the 9-hole and 18-hole tournaments there. Festivities will begin on Sunday evening with a special Night at the Ball Park hosted by the Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association. The event will allow you to visit Winnipeg's Shaw Park, home to the Goldeyes; the city's baseball team that plays as part of the American Association of Professional Baseball. Register for the 2022 Fall Field Day taking place on Tuesday, September 20 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. You will also have the opportunity to play in the 9 hole tournament on Monday, September 19. Registration includes the Welcome to Manitoba event, the CGSA/Toro Reception, the CGSA/Syngenta Awards Dinner and the CGSA seminar sponsored by Bayer.
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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.
CGSA members are eligible for admission privileges to selected golf tournaments subject to conditions imposed by the sponsoring body.
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Here are some of CGSA's National Tournament Hosts. |
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Tyler Patroch, with his National Tournament plaque at Point Grey Golf & Country Club during the Canadian Men's Amateur Championship, presented by BDO. Photo courtesy of Golf Canada.
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Manitoba Open from August 18-21 with Host Superintendent: Dustin How, AGS. Here’s to you, @Southwood1894Turf Crew. Photo courtesy of PGA TOUR Canada.
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Doug Campbell, AGS Celebrates 50 Years |
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Doug Campbell, AGS, is celebrating 50 years at the Riverside Country Club in Saskatoon. Doug was the CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year in 2016 and is carrying the torch for his father who retired in 1996. Doug says coming to work hasn’t felt like work. To see the recognition, he received from CTV News, please click here.
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- Kevin Brown, Assistant Superintendent from Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club to Assistant Superintendent at Gorge Vale Golf Course
If we have missed anyone, we apologize and please send us your details to include in another edition of GreenMatter.
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September 13 is International Thank a Superintendent Day |
On September 13 we celebrate International Thank a Superintendent Day in conjunction with other global superintendent groups, recognizing those who help keep golf courses enjoyable and sustainable. Golfers and others are encouraged to join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #ThankASuper. |
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Compensation and Benefits Survey
CGSA is pleased to announce that we will be conducting a Compensation and Benefits Survey this fall. The survey will be conducted by a third-party firm that specializes in compiling and reporting on compensation and benefits from various industries.
CGSA is looking to increase participation for this survey and to accomplish that is hoping to partner with regional / provincial associations to achieve a true depiction of current compensation and benefits for those working as golf course managers and maintenance staff.
Watch your inbox this fall for your invitation to participate. Should you have questions or concerns, please contact Kathryn Wood, CMP at kwood@golfsupers.com.
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Upcoming Award Deadline Reminder |
Nominate or Apply for One of These Great CGSA Awards by November 30, 2022!
The CGSA has 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 noted below are one of the ways in which the association profiles the work of the golf course professionals. Several of these award programs are sponsored in whole or in part by industry partners and for this we are very grateful. The support of these companies allows us to provide a tangible component to the recognition these individuals receive as award recipients.
You are invited to submit nominations and/or applications for the 2022 award programs.
For more information, click here or contact Lori Micucci.
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NFP is proud to offer discounted rates on home and auto insurance to CGSA members. If you reach out for a no-obligation quote, you will be entered into the Economical sweepstakes for a chance to win one of 25+ prizes of $5000! |
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More memberperks in September
For our members who have upgraded their benefit options to either Premium or the Ultimate level, there are more savings for you through memberperks.
For more information, please click here!
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As a Premium or 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. |
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The Canadian Turfgrass Research Foundation has issued the 2023 annual call for research project proposals. You are invited to apply for 2023 research project funding consideration from the following turfgrass research funding organizations with a single submission: Alberta Turfgrass Research Foundation, Canadian Turfgrass Research Foundation, Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association, Northwest Turfgrass Association
Quebec Turfgrass Research Foundation, Saskatchewan Turfgrass Association and
Western Canada Turfgrass Association.
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Bayer Environmental Science Professional Business To Be Called Envu Upon Successful Acquisition Close
Bayer’s Environmental Science Professional business today announced it will become Envu as a standalone company, contingent on the successful close of Cinven’s acquisition of the business from Bayer*. Pronounced “ehn-VIEW”, the name is derived from “environment” and “vision” and developed with input from both employees and customers around the world.
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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, Manager, Communications and Administration ex. 25
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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