The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America's (GCSAA) philanthropic organization, The Environmental Institute for Golf, will be featured at "Green Night at Camelback," Sept. 29.
It is a networking function held at the Golf Inc. Fall Conference, Sept. 29-Oct. 1, at Camelback Inn, a JW Marriott Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz. Green Night will include a silent and live auction with all proceeds going to The Institute. Auction items include autographed items from Greg Norman and Michael Hurdzan, Ph.D., a trip to Africa, and a golf outing to Colorado. Golf Inc. will honor winners of its first annual "Green Awards" for outstanding development, management and leadership in implementing and promoting practices that embrace environmental sustainability.
The conference, presented by The Toro Co. and ValleyCrest Golf Course Management, is a three-day event for golf course managers, developers and owners to network, innovate and share ideas.
On Sept. 30, the editors of Golf Inc. will honor its 20 Most Admired Operators for 2008, which includes GCSAA members José Quesada, director of Golf at La Iguana Golf Course in Playa Herradura, Costa Rica; Ray Davies, CGCS, director of golf course maintenance and construction for CourseCo; and Bob Farren, CGCS, director of grounds and maintenance at Pinehurst (N.C.) Golf Resort.
GCSAA CEO Mark Woodward, CGCS, who hosted the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course as then manager of golf operations for the city of San Diego, is one of the keynote speakers at the conference. His Oct. 1 presentation, "Lessons from hosting the 2008 U.S. Open," will be a Q&A with Golf Inc. Managing Editor Keith Carter on how to prepare for a world-class event, the challenges, pitfalls and successes; Woodward's new role as chief executive of the GCSAA; and the future of golf worldwide. Woodward was recognized as one of Golf Inc.'s Most Admired Operators in 2006.
Golf Inc., is a monthly magazine for golf course developers, owners and management company executives. It is catered to the largest operators and the highest-end resorts, golf communities and developers.
The Environmental Institute for Golf is a collaborative effort of the environmental and golf communities, dedicated to strengthening the compatibility of golf with the natural environment. The Institute concentrates on delivering programs and services involving research, education and outreach that communicate the best management practices of environmental stewardship on the golf course. For more on The Institute, visit www.eifg.org.
GCSAA is a leading golf organization and has as its focus golf course management. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 21,000 members in more than 72 countries. GCSAA's mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org.
Note: The title "CGCS," after a superintendent's name, stands for Certified Golf Course Superintendent, which recognizes the achievement of high standards of professionalism through education, testing and experience.
For more information contact:
Teri Harris, GCSAA managing director, development, at 785-832-4465 or tharris@gcsaa.org
Jack Crittenden, publisher, Cypress Magazines, at 858-503-7586 or Jack@Crittendenmagazines.com
