GCSAA 2009 Conference Brochure - (Page 36) CONFERENCE SEMINARS Golf Course Trees and Turf: A Peaceful Coexistence John Ball, Ph.D., Professor of Forestry, South Dakota State University Roch E. Gaussoin, Ph.D., Professor of Agronomy and Horticulture/ Extension Specialist, University of Nebraska CGCS Preparing Your Golf Course for Tournaments John C. Miller, CGCS, LPGA Tour Agronomist, GCSAA (231-01) This in-depth program covers the critical aspects of tree/turf interactions in the unique environment of a golf course. Learn how to: • Select golf course-friendly trees • Manage shade by pruning • Use PGRs • Manage tree roots in sensitive areas • Protect trees during construction • Transplant (013-01) Prepare yourself and your facility to host tournaments or golfing events of any size while keeping your course in top condition! The focus is on: • Planning and communication • Course setup • Event preparation • Post-event evaluation CGCS Solving Your Drainage Problems Stephen Ami, Consultant, Kelly Ami Inc. John Kelly, Consultant, Kelly Ami Inc. CGCS Management of Zoysiagrass on the Golf Course David C. Stone, The Honors Course Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D., Assistant Professor/Horticulture Extension Specialist-Turfgrass, University of Arkansas (240-01) Poor drainage on a golf course leads to numerous problems with your turf. In this seminar, you will learn: • The basic tools required to diagnose and solve drainage problems • How to determine the source of the water and why the excess water is not draining away naturally THURSDAY, FEB. 5 (186-01) The use of zoysiagrass is increasing in the transition zone and southern U.S. climates. Despite an increase in use, there is still a great deal of information that is yet to be discovered about the management of zoysiagrass. This interactive seminar will provide current management information, including: • Selecting a cultivar based on your location, needs and use • Developing appropriate cultural practices for establishment, mowing, fertilization, plant growth regulators and pest and weed control • Discussing best practices with superintendents who are currently managing zoysiagrass CGCS SIX-HOUR SEMINARS 8 am – 3 pm .55 education points, $115 member, $175 nonmember Localized Dry Spots and the Use of Wetting Agents on the Golf Course (Formerly two four-hour seminars) Keith J. Karnok, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Crop and Soil Science, University of Georgia Microscopic Identification of Turfgrass Diseases Henry C. Wetzel III, Ph.D., Research Associate, Washington State University Alan S. Windham, Ph.D., Professor of Plant Pathology, University of Tennessee (559-01) Learn the cause, detection and management of LDS caused by water-repellent soils and improve your knowledge regarding the many uses of wetting agents on the golf course. Discussion will focus on: • Factors that contribute to the formation of water-repellent soils • Various cultural practices that can help manage LDS and/or water-repellent soils • How wetting agents can be used as a valuable management tool on the golf course (331-01) Experience the challenges of turf disease diagnosis in a hands-on, laboratory-style setting. Working in teams of two, you will use dissecting and compound microscopes to examine turfgrass pathogens and the diseases they cause. The workshop will cover: • The basics of turf disease diagnosis • An introduction to microscopic fungal identification • Microscopic examination of diseased turf When the course concludes, you’ll be able to identify “unknown” fungi and turf diseases. The textbook, Microscopic Identification of Turfgrass Diseases, is strongly recommended (not required) for this seminar. CGCS Organic Approach to Golf Course Management Jeffrey Carlson, CGCS, The Vineyard Club/Wild Side Frank S. Rossi, Ph.D., Extension Turfgrass Specialist and Associate Professor of Turfgrass Science, Cornell University (442-01) Discover how to successfully manage your golf course using organic methods, leading to reduced pesticide use. Discussion will focus on: • Key environmental, cultural and biological strategies • Important communication issues to enhance success Plant Nutrition and Fertilizers: Warm-Season Grasses With and Without Overseeding Grady L. Miller, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Turfgrass Management, North Carolina State University (485-01) The focus will be on managing the nutritional requirements of your warm-season grasses and overseeded warm-season grasses. Information will be provided on topics such as: • Characteristics of fertilizer carriers and how to use them • Developing fertilization programs with considerations for environmental stewardship • Soil and tissue testing principles and practices as they relate to fertilizer programming 34
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