Oregon and Washington publish Third Edition of BMP guidelines for golf courses
The wait is over! The Environmental – BMP Committee is proud to announce that the Third Edition Environmental Stewardship Guidelines: Best Management Practices for Golf Courses has been published for the states of Oregon and Washington. This was a collaborative effort by three GCSAA-affiliated chapters the Oregon Golf Course Superintendents Association, Western Washington Golf Course […]
Calling all Turfgrass Students – Now Accepting Applications for OGCSA-OTF Scholarships
The OGCSA-OTF Scholarship Committee is now accepting scholarship applications for 2021 scholarships. This single online form covers application to all scholarships offered by the Oregon Turfgrass Foundation and Oregon Golf Course Superintendents Association. Completed applications are due March 31, 2021 by 5:00pm. https://www.ogcsa.org/ogcsa-otf-scholarship-application/
OGA-OGCSA Superintendent Spotlight – February 2021
In this month’s Superintendent Spotlight we feature Scott Larsen who is Golf Course Superintendent at Emerald Valley Golf and Resort. Describe your facility in 10 words or less:A hidden gem in Lane County. What is a little-known fact / fun fact about your facility?The food is yummy. What hole on your golf course is hardest to maintain (and […]
Distribution agreement between Rain Bird and Pacific Golf & Turf
Rain Bird Golf Announces Pacific Golf & Turf as New Distributor for Pacific Northwest Strategic Partnership for OR, WA, ID, AK, MT, & Jackson Hole WY Portland, OR— January 4th, 2021 — Rain Bird Golf is pleased to announce Pacific Golf & Turf as the Rain Bird Golf Distributor throughout the Pacific Northwest. “This is […]
OGA-OGCSA Superintendent Spotlight – January 2021
In this month’s Superintendent Spotlight we feature Eric Langford who is an assistant superintendent with Sheep Ranch at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. Describe your facility in 10 words or less:Golf as it was meant to beWhat best describes your golf game?Short Game MasterHave you had a hole-in-one? When and where?Yes. On the 12th hole at the Bandon Preserve.Who is your […]
OGA-OGCSA Superintendent Spotlight – December 2020
In this month’s Superintendent Spotlight we feature Jim Myers who has been with Columbia Edgewater Country Club for the last 18 months. Describe your facility in 10 words or less:Busy country club with an outstanding membership and a yearly LPGA event. What is a little-known fact / fun fact about your facility?Both Director of Golf and Head Pro are […]