Peaks & Prairies Golf Course Superintendent Association

Drawing for Founding Father Scholarship for Fall Meeting
2016-10-03 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Please submit your application for the Founding Father’s Scholarship by today for this drawing this coming week!
Review the eligibility requirements and complete the application online by visiting: ONLINE Application
Dounload as a PDF Founding Fathers Scholarship

Attend the 70th annual Northwest Turfgrass Association, Oct. 30-Nov. 1!
2016-09-27 08:00 - 17:00
The schedule of speakers and topics is all set for the 70th annual conference of the Northwest Turfgrass Association, set for Oct. 30-Nov. 1 at the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon
Dr. Cale Bigelow, a professor of horticulture for turf science and ecology at Purdue University, will lead the educational sessions, with one talk on “Cultivation and Top-Dressing Programs” and another on “Bentgrass Cultivars.”
Joining Dr. Bigelow will be Jeff Mingay, a golf course architect based in Toronto who has been involved in numerous high-level restoration projects of classic golf courses in the Northwest and Western Canada. His presentations will be “The Modern Bunker: Expectations vs. Reality” and “Building a Strong Architect-Superintendent Relationship.”
Also on tap for the two mornings of educational sessions will be presentations by Dr. Alec Kowalewski of Oregon State University, Larry Gilhuly of the USGA and Dr. William Johnston of Washington State University.
For a complete schedule for the three-day conference, follow this link: http://www.nwturfgrass.net/pages/conference/schedule-and-education.html
The annual conference this year will have a low registration price of $595, which includes lodging for two nights, two rounds of golf, the educational sessions and all meals from Sunday night to Tuesday morning.
For the online registration form, follow this link:
http://www.nwturfgrass.net/pages/conference/registration.html
The $595 rate is based on double occupancy, and the accommodations at Bandon Dunes are set up perfectly for double-occupancy for golf-buddy road trips. If you don’t have someone in mind to be your roommate, go ahead and fill out the registration form anyway and Paul Ramsdell, the executive director of the NTA, will help set up your lodging arrangements.
Western Equipment/TurfStar has agreed to be the leading corporate sponsor for the 2016 conference and the NTA would like to thank them for their support and friendship.
Other sponsorships are still available, and the breakdown of opportunities is available by following this link: http://www.nwturfgrass.net/pages/conference/sponsorship-levels.html
Any questions on the conference or on sponsorship can be directed to Paul Ramsdell at mpsparks90@aol.com or 253-219-8360.

Inland Empire GCSA Spring Meeting 2016
2016-03-14 08:00 - 2016-03-15 17:00
Join us in Wenatchee, Wash. for great education and fantastic golf at the Wenatchee Country Club . We have planned a diversified meeting with Pat Jones (rescheduled from the fall meeting) and David Soldat, Ph.D. Doug Soldat, Associate Professor and UW-Extension Specialist, Department of Soil Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison – and more!
Watch for more information!

Idaho GCSA Spring Meeting & Trade Show 2016
2016-02-23 07:00 - 2016-02-24 17:00
We promise you another great event with the Idaho GCSA, February 23 & 24, 2016.
Featured speakers are Brian Horgan, PhD., University of Minnesota, and Bill Griffth, Walla Walla Community College.
Join us at the Boise Red Lion Downtowner!
Visit the calendar event to register – idahogcsa.org

“Aerification and Water Management of Putting Greens by the Numbers” October 29.
2015-10-29 07:30 - 15:00
To optimize the health and playing performances of your putting greens, proper organic matter dilution in surface root zones is crucial. Reviewing research data and USGA Green Section recommendations for cool season putting greens, emphasis will be placed on cultivation and topdressing practices, specifically the “numbers”: surface area removal and sand volume calculations.
Presented by Erik Ervin, Ph.D., Professor of Turfgrass Culture and Physiology in the Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences Department, Virginia Tech.
Registration is a separate fee from the first two days of the Fall Meeting in Billings, and can be included on this form:
Registration Form 2015 FM PPGCSA

Inland Empire GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show
2015-10-19 07:15 - 2015-10-20 17:00 | Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Worley, ID, United States
Bringing to You – Real Solutions!
Our conference and trade show has it all – including two days of education for equipment managers! Conversations will range from the business of golf to various aspects of golf course maintenance to work relationships. As a bonus, enjoy experiencing the US Open through the eyes of the course superintendent, as well as a volunteer.
Link to Inland Empire Fall Meeting & Trade Show

Idaho GCSA Fall Meeting
2015-10-05 07:15 - 2015-10-06 17:00
Idaho GCSA Fall Meeting, October 5-6, 2015. The Valley Club, Hailey, Idaho
We have built a great program that includes an innovative superintendent, known for conducting in-house research – Dan Dinelli,CGCS at North Shore Country Club in Glenview, Ill..
Also joining us will be Doug Karcher, Ph.D., University of Arkansas and his expertise includes the latest on wetting agents.
Enjoy beautiful Hailey, nested in the Sun Valley region, and recently named in the 2014 Livability.com poll as one of America’s 10 Best Small Towns!
For more information about the event, visit this site: http://idahogcsa.org/event/idaho-gcsa-fall-meeting/

Idaho GCSA 19th Annual Super/Pro Golf Challenge
2015-06-18
Join us June 18 for the 19th Annual Super/Pro Golf Challenge, Canyon Springs Golf Course, Twin Falls, Idaho!
Hosts: Lucas Sprague, GCS, and Brandon Otte, PGA
$100 Hole Sponsorships are available! Contact Lucas Sprague (208) 220-5750
TIME TBA! Registration information will be available early May.
Eligibility: There will be two separate flights.
1st flight will consist of one of the following combinations from the same facility:
Head Supt./Head Pro,
Head Supt./Asst. Pro,
Asst. Supt/ Head Pro,
Asst. Supt/Asst. Pro
2nd Flight will include all other combinations.

Inland Empire GCSA Spring Meeting
2015-03-16 - 2015-03-17 | Wildhorse Resort, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd, Pendleton, Oregon, 97801, United States
Join us in Northeastern Oregon for great education and fantastic golf at the Wildhorse Resort. Enjoy the beautiful renovations the hotel and casino have undergone. We have planned a diversified meeting with David McClay Kidd, DMK Design; Joel Simmons, Earthworks; Gwen Stahnke, PhD, Walla Walla Community College; Bo Lacy, CGCS, Tri-City Country Club; and Kevin Hicks, Coeur d’Alene Resort.
Hotel reservations are due by February 28 to receive our great rate. Our room block is in the Tower, completely pet and smoke free! Specify Inland Empire GCSA (800) 654-9453 when making your room reservation $86 + tax for double Queen or King.
Enjoy a discount if you register for the meeting by March 6.
For more information, visit the website event iegcsa.org

Chapters of the Northwest Hospitality Room
2015-02-25 18:30 - 21:30 | Buckhorn Saloon, 318 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX, United States
Join us February 25, 2015 at the Buckhorn Saloon in San Antonio, TX, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. for the Chapters of the Northwest Hospitality Room, brought to you by the supportive allied partners of the participating chapters. Complimentary food and a cash bar.
We welcome sponsors for the event!
Download a sponsor form here: Sponsor 2015 Chapters of the Northwest

Idaho GCSA Spring Meeting & Trade Show
2015-02-10 07:15 - 2015-02-11 17:00 | Red Lion, 1800 W Fairview Ave,, Boise, 83702
Idaho GCSA Spring Meeting & Trade Show, Red Lion, Boise Downtowner, Boise, Idaho, February 10-11, 2015. Speakers include: Thom, Nikolai, Ph.D, Rob Golembiewski, Ph.D., and John Sorochan, Ph.D! This event is earlier than usual to make room for the GIS conference to be held the end of February. Visit idahogcsa.org for more information.

Peaks & Prairies GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show
2014-10-28 08:00 - 2014-10-30 17:00 | Holiday Inn, 5500 Midland Rd, Billings, MT, 59101, United States
ON LINE REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE! We offer an outstanding educational experience with a diversified agenda and trade show! Topics range from agronomy… to equipment facility maintenance and organization… pesticide records and more! One look at the agenda and you will know this is a meeting to drop everything to attend.
Pesticide Credits: Wyo. has approved (3) re-certification credits for Fundamentals of Turf Soils and Health, Oct 30, and (1) re-certification credit for Oct. 28. Idaho has approved (2) re-certification credits for Oct 28. Montana and Washington TBA.
GCSAA has approved .75 EDUs for Oct. 28 & 29, and .55 EDUs for Oct. 30.
You can securely register on line for this event, paying by credit card or Paypal!
Online meeting registration –
Peaks & Prairies GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show
Online Trade Show Booth participation –
Peaks & Prairies GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show Booth Registration
Or download forms below:
Agenda PPGCSA FALL 2014
REGISTRATION PPGCSAA Fall Meeting 2014
Hotel Room Block info
TRADE SHOW BOOTH reservation form PPGCSA 2014

Inland Empire GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show
2014-10-20 - 2014-10-21 | Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S 2nd St, Coeur d'Alene, 83814, United States
Our annual event in a beautiful setting, with service to spoil you. Speakers will include Leah Brilman, Director of Research and Technical Services, Seed Research of Oregon, Rob Golemiewski, PhD, Bayer, (he’s back!) and more.

NTA Conference 2014
2014-10-05 - 2014-10-07 | Chambers Bay, 6320 Grandview Dr W, University Place, 98467
2014 NTA Conference, Chambers Bay, University Place, Washington. For more information about the 68th annual event, please visit www.nwturfgrass.net

Peaks & Prairies GCSA Scholarship Applications are due September 20!
2014-09-20
Peaks & Prairies GCSA Scholarship applications must be received in the association office by September 20.
We encourage you review the opportunities available by visiting the Scholarships Available

Montana Scholarship/Education Golf Tournament at Glacier View Golf Course
2014-08-26 10:30 - 16:00 | Glacier View Golf Course, 640 Riverbend Dr, West Glacier, MT, 59936, United States
Montana Scholarship/Education golf event at Glacier View Golf Course, West Glacier. 4-person scramble. Lunch follows 10:30 a.m. shotgun. If you would like to be a hole sponsor, please contact either Tom Bengston (406) 314-5619, or Les Parks (406) 250-2901. More information to come! Remember, you don’t have to be a member to play!
Please download a registration form here. If you would like to pay by credit card, please contact Lori.
14 West Glacier Form
Thank you to our hole sponsors!
Pacific Golf & Turf (2 sponsors!)
2M Company
Granite Peaks Pump Services
Grigg Bros
Larchmont Men’s Association
Masek Golf Car Company
Midland Implement
Rain Bird
Southwest Turf
Steiner Thuesen PLCC
Wilbur Ellis / The Andersons
TORGERSON’S LLC – CASE IH
Glacier Grill & Pizza
Anderson Masonry
Western Building Centers
Parsons Tractor of Kalispell
The Overhead Door Company of Kalispell
West Glacier KOA
LBC Trucking & Excavation of West Glacier

WSU Pullman Field Day
2014-06-10 | WSU Pullman Field Day, 1260 Palouse Ridge Dr, Pullman, WA, 99164, United States
The event will be 9-12 p.m., followed by lunch at noon and an enjoyable round of golf at the beautiful Palouse Ridge. Don’t miss the only formal gathering for the association over the summer. A little education… a little golf… benefit from taking the time.
