GCSAA 2009 Conference Brochure - (Page 26) CONFERENCE SEMINARS Cutting-Edge Disease Identification and Management for Cool-Season Grasses Bruce B. Clarke, Ph.D., Professor of Turfgrass Pathology, Rutgers University Bruce Martin, Ph.D., Professor of Entomology, Soil and Plant Science, Clemson University CGCS Golf Greens: History, Theory and Construction Norman W. Hummel Jr., Ph.D., President, Hummel & Company Inc. Michael J. Hurdzan, Ph.D., Golf Course Architect, Hurdzan/Fry Golf Course Design Inc. (342-01) Gain in-depth information for identifying and controlling turfgrass diseases of cool-season grasses as they are maintained in various habitats. Topics include: • Characteristics of the pathogens • Environmental, cultural and chemical considerations as related to disease management • Major risk factors for specific, important diseases and how to minimize their impact The textbook, Compendium of Turfgrass Diseases, 3rd edition, is strongly recommended (not required) for this seminar. (071-01) Learn about future trends and design theories in golf green construction through this exploration of the history of golf greens. This fascinating and informative seminar will discuss a variety of topics, including: • Strengths and weaknesses of various construction methods, including how to manage specific problems, interpret plans and specifications, select materials and understand legal liabilities • Drainage issues, cultural and physiological stresses, grow-in, biotic problems and physical soil tests CGCS Habitat Assessment Techniques Chris S. Mammoliti, Aquatic Biologist, Watershed Institute Inc. Philip Balch, President, Wildhorse Riverworks Inc. Did you know? New Orleans Nicknames New Orleans has more than a dozen nicknames, the most popular of which are: The Big Easy, Crescent City, The City That Care Forgot, America’s Most European City, NOLA, and Paris of the South. (455-01) Wildlife habitats are a valuable feature on golf courses. Through field activities, you will: • Learn basic ecological principles and gain an understanding of different techniques to assess habitat on your golf course • Identify and assess environmental issues • Discuss various lake, pond and stream management plans Note that you might get a bit wet during the stream evaluation field activities, so please dress accordingly. CGCS TUESDAY, FEB. 3 How to Get the Best from Your Staff CGCS Financial Essentials for the Superintendent Cleve E. Cleveland, CGCS, CPA, Owner, Newark Valley Golf Club Inc. Roger A. Stewart Jr., CGCS, TPC Twin Cities Bruce R. Williams, CGCS, Director of Golf Operations, The Los Angeles Country Club; GCSAA Past President (110-01) Learn to hold your own in a financial discussion with owners, managers and vendors in this seminar. Discussion will focus on financial issues and situations relating to your role at your facility, including: • Basic principles of accounting and their relationship to your budget • Accounting, tax transactions and issues unique to golf operations • Equipment leasing and acquisition • Fringe benefits and retirement planning • Coverage of all areas of the financial section of the certification exam (284-01) Maximize your staff resources by improving your supervisory and leadership skills that are essential for success. Topics of discussion include: • Communication • Motivation • Personnel management techniques CGCS HR Practice — Alignment for People Performance Darren Cribbes, Managing Director and Agronomist, Turfgrass Systems Gadgets and Gizmos: How to Best Use Measurement Technology Douglas Karcher, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of Arkansas Mike Richardson, Ph.D., Professor, University of Arkansas (484-01) Discover how you can maximize the quality of the golf experience and environment at your facility by improving the performance of your staff. In this invigorating seminar, you will: • Learn how your organization’s culture and values influence staff performance • Understand how to use culture and values to develop a successful workplace HR plan • Find out how to improve performance outcomes at your facility through the development of individuals and teams (541-01) In this seminar, examine several soil, plant and environmental measurement devices. Discussion of each will include specific turf management problem diagnosis capabilities, underlying technology, shortcomings and cost. See actual demonstrations on a local area golf course where this seminar will take place. Transportation to and from the golf course will be provided. Attendees will leave from and return to the convention center. 24
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