BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Peaks & Prairies Golf Course Superintendent Association - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Peaks & Prairies Golf Course Superintendent Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ppgcsa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Peaks & Prairies Golf Course Superintendent Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20130310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20131103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20140309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20141102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161003T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20160302T005745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T010132Z UID:1427-1475481600-1475514000@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Drawing for Founding Father Scholarship for Fall Meeting DESCRIPTION:Please submit your application for the Founding Father’s Scholarship by today for this drawing this coming week! \nReview the eligibility requirements and complete the application online by visiting: ONLINE Application \nDounload as a PDF Founding Fathers Scholarship URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/drawing-for-founding-father-scholarship-for-fall-meeting/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160927T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20160927T141107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160927T141107Z UID:1647-1474963200-1474995600@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Attend the 70th annual Northwest Turfgrass Association\, Oct. 30-Nov. 1! DESCRIPTION: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 \nDr. 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.” \nJoining 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.” \nAlso 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. \nFor a complete schedule for the three-day conference\, follow this link: http://www.nwturfgrass.net/pages/conference/schedule-and-education.html\nThe 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. \nFor the online registration form\, follow this link: \nhttp://www.nwturfgrass.net/pages/conference/registration.html\nThe $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. \nWestern 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. \nOther sponsorships are still available\, and the breakdown of opportunities is available by following this link: http://www.nwturfgrass.net/pages/conference/sponsorship-levels.html \nAny questions on the conference or on sponsorship can be directed to Paul Ramsdell at mpsparks90@aol.com or 253-219-8360. URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/attend-the-70th-annual-northwest-turfgrass-association-oct-30-nov-1/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160314T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160315T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20151012T210409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151012T210409Z UID:1291-1457942400-1458061200@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Inland Empire GCSA Spring Meeting 2016 DESCRIPTION: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! \nWatch for more information! URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/inland-empire-gcsa-spring-meeting-2016/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160223T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160224T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20150326T170842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160111T235002Z UID:1109-1456210800-1456333200@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Idaho GCSA Spring Meeting & Trade Show 2016 DESCRIPTION:We promise you another great event with the Idaho GCSA\, February 23 & 24\, 2016. \nFeatured speakers are Brian Horgan\, PhD.\, University of Minnesota\, and Bill Griffth\, Walla Walla Community College. \nJoin us at the Boise Red Lion Downtowner! \nVisit the calendar event to register – idahogcsa.org URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/idaho-gcsa-spring-meeting-trade-show-2016/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151029T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151029T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20150824T165848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150824T165920Z UID:1239-1446103800-1446130800@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:“Aerification and Water Management of Putting Greens by the Numbers” October 29. DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresented by Erik Ervin\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Turfgrass Culture and Physiology in the Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences Department\, Virginia Tech. \nRegistration is a separate fee from the first two days of the Fall Meeting in Billings\, and can be included on this form:\nRegistration Form 2015 FM PPGCSA URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/aerification-and-water-management-of-putting-greens-by-the-numbers-october-29/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151019T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20141117T051953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151008T184435Z UID:933-1445238900-1445360400@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Inland Empire GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show DESCRIPTION:Bringing to You – Real Solutions!\nOur 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. \nLink to Inland Empire Fall Meeting & Trade Show URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/inland-empire-gcsa-fall-meeting-trade-show/ LOCATION:Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel\, Worley\, ID\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151005T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151006T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140629T000545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T172807Z UID:621-1444029300-1444150800@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Idaho GCSA Fall Meeting DESCRIPTION:Idaho GCSA Fall Meeting\, October 5-6\, 2015. The Valley Club\, Hailey\, Idaho \nWe 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.. \nAlso joining us will be Doug Karcher\, Ph.D.\, University of Arkansas and his expertise includes the latest on wetting agents. \nEnjoy 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! \nFor more information about the event\, visit this site: http://idahogcsa.org/event/idaho-gcsa-fall-meeting/ URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/idaho-gcsa-fall-meeting/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150619 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20150413T165827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150413T165827Z UID:1140-1434585600-1434671999@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Idaho GCSA 19th Annual Super/Pro Golf Challenge DESCRIPTION:Join us June 18 for the 19th Annual Super/Pro Golf Challenge\, Canyon Springs Golf Course\, Twin Falls\, Idaho! \nHosts: Lucas Sprague\, GCS\, and Brandon Otte\, PGA \n$100 Hole Sponsorships are available! Contact Lucas Sprague (208) 220-5750 \nTIME TBA! Registration information will be available early May. \nEligibility: There will be two separate flights. \n1st flight will consist of one of the following combinations from the same facility:\nHead Supt./Head Pro\,\nHead Supt./Asst. Pro\,\nAsst. Supt/ Head Pro\,\nAsst. Supt/Asst. Pro \n2nd Flight will include all other combinations. URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/idaho-gcsa-19th-annual-superpro-golf-challenge/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150318 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140415T100448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150115T210039Z UID:231-1426464000-1426636799@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Inland Empire GCSA Spring Meeting DESCRIPTION: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. \nHotel 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. \nEnjoy a discount if you register for the meeting by March 6. \nFor more information\, visit the website event iegcsa.org URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/inland-empire-gcsa-spring-meeting/ LOCATION:Wildhorse Resort\, 46510 Wildhorse Blvd\, Pendleton\, Oregon\, 97801\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150225T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150225T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20141117T042136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141121T013601Z UID:928-1424889000-1424899800@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Chapters of the Northwest Hospitality Room DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe welcome sponsors for the event! \nDownload a sponsor form here: Sponsor 2015 Chapters of the Northwest URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/chapters-of-the-northwest-hospitality-room/ LOCATION:Buckhorn Saloon\, 318 E Houston St\, San Antonio\, TX\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150210T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140629T013859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150123T141937Z UID:630-1423552500-1423674000@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Idaho GCSA Spring Meeting & Trade Show DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/idaho-gcsa-spring-meeting-trade-show/ LOCATION:Red Lion\, 1800 W Fairview Ave\,\, Boise\, 83702 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20141028T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20141030T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140428T081236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140925T062458Z UID:421-1414483200-1414688400@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Peaks & Prairies GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show DESCRIPTION: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. \nPesticide 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. \nGCSAA has approved .75 EDUs for Oct. 28 & 29\, and .55 EDUs for Oct. 30. \nYou can securely register on line for this event\, paying by credit card or Paypal! \nOnline meeting registration –\nPeaks & Prairies GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show \nOnline Trade Show Booth participation –\nPeaks & Prairies GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show Booth Registration \nOr download forms below: \nAgenda PPGCSA FALL 2014 \nREGISTRATION PPGCSAA Fall Meeting 2014 \nHotel Room Block info \nTRADE SHOW BOOTH reservation form PPGCSA 2014 URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/peaks-prairies-gcsa-fall-meeting-trade-show-2/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn\, 5500 Midland Rd\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20141020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20141022 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140415T095646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140428T080934Z UID:222-1413763200-1413935999@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Inland Empire GCSA Fall Meeting & Trade Show DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/peaks-prairies-gcsa-fall-meeting-trade-show/ LOCATION:Coeur d’Alene Resort\, 115 S 2nd St\, Coeur d'Alene\, 83814\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ppgcsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Coeur_DAlene_Resort_Golf_Course_-_Coeur_DAlene_Resort_359867.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20141005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20141008 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140415T094636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140809T030943Z UID:214-1412467200-1412726399@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:NTA Conference 2014 DESCRIPTION:2014 NTA Conference\, Chambers Bay\, University Place\, Washington. For more information about the 68th annual event\, please visit www.nwturfgrass.net URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/nta-fall-meeting/ LOCATION:Chambers Bay\, 6320 Grandview Dr W\, University Place\, 98467 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ppgcsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Pinecrest2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140921 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20200702T030004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200703T175737Z UID:759-1411171200-1411257599@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Peaks & Prairies GCSA Scholarship Applications are due September 20! DESCRIPTION:Peaks & Prairies GCSA Scholarship applications must be received in the association office by September 20. \nWe encourage you review the opportunities available by visiting the Scholarships Available URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/peaks-prairies-gcsa-scholarship-applications-are-due/ LOCATION:MT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140826T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140604T070739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140822T231030Z UID:506-1409049000-1409068800@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:Montana Scholarship/Education Golf Tournament at Glacier View Golf Course DESCRIPTION: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! \nPlease download a registration form here. If you would like to pay by credit card\, please contact Lori. \n14 West Glacier Form \nThank you to our hole sponsors!\nPacific Golf & Turf (2 sponsors!)\n2M Company\nGranite Peaks Pump Services\nGrigg Bros\nLarchmont Men’s Association\nMasek Golf Car Company\nMidland Implement\nRain Bird\nSouthwest Turf\nSteiner Thuesen PLCC\nWilbur Ellis / The Andersons\nTORGERSON’S LLC – CASE IH\nGlacier Grill & Pizza\nAnderson Masonry\nWestern Building Centers\nParsons Tractor of Kalispell\nThe Overhead Door Company of Kalispell\nWest Glacier KOA\nLBC Trucking & Excavation of West Glacier URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/montana-scholarshipeducation-golf-event-at-glacier-view-golf-course/ LOCATION:Glacier View Golf Course\, 640 Riverbend Dr\, West Glacier\, MT\, 59936\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140610 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140611 DTSTAMP:20260425T034859 CREATED:20140415T094049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140418T014823Z UID:210-1402358400-1402444799@ppgcsa.org SUMMARY:WSU Pullman Field Day DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://ppgcsa.org/event/wsu-pullman-field-day/ LOCATION:WSU Pullman Field Day\, 1260 Palouse Ridge Dr\, Pullman\, WA\, 99164\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ppgcsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Palouse_EVENT.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR