𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐃𝐄: We chat with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG, director of grounds at Des Moines Golf & Country Club who is on the brink of retirement after a 40-year, illustrious career in the golf industry. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with Envu. ▶️ 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: https://lnkd.in/gWGG3BZ2
GCSAA
Non-profit Organizations
Lawrence, KS 9,366 followers
Dedicated to serving members, advancing their profession and the enjoyment, growth, and vitality of golf.
About us
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America is the professional association for the men and women who manage and maintain the game’s most valuable resource — the golf course. Today, GCSAA and its members are recognized by the golf industry as one of the key contributors in elevating the game and business to its current state. GCSAA is a leading golf organization and has as its focus golf course management. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 19,000 members in more than 72 countries. GCSAA’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. The Environmental Institute for Golf, the philanthropic organization of the GCSAA, is a collaborative effort of the environmental and golf communities, dedicated to strengthening the compatibility of golf with the natural environment. The Institute concentrates on delivering programs and services involving research, education and outreach that communicate the best management practices of environmental stewardship on the golf course. GCSAA is dedicated to serving its members, advancing their profession and improving communities through the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf.
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http://www.gcsaa.org
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Lawrence, KS
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1926
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1421 Research Park Drive
Lawrence, KS 66049, US
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Twenty children of GCSAA members each received a scholarship of $1,500 to help fund their higher education. The Legacy Awards are funded by the GCSAA Foundation and supported by Grass Clippings. Learn about the recipients: https://lnkd.in/g6SgR9hT
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Discover Your Health Coverage Options as a GCSAA Member! As a valued member of GCSAA, you have exclusive access to health insurance plans designed to meet your unique needs. Secure your peace of mind! Learn more about your health coverage options and enroll today at https://lnkd.in/ejHGvBBx.
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Mark your calendars! International Thank a Golf Course Superintendent Day is Sept. 10. GCSAA, in conjunction with other global superintendent groups — British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association, Canadian Golf Superintendents Association, The Australian Sports Turf Managers Association and the Federation Of European Golf Greenkeepers Association, is recognizing those who are essential to golf’s success. Anyone who benefits from the game of #golf is encouraged to join in the conversation on social media with the hashtag “#ThankASuper" and "#ThankAGreenkeeper." More: https://lnkd.in/ezsc5uSj
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First Green Teacher Advisory Group gathered at GCSAA headquarters to brainstorm and write new hands-on learning stations for GCSAA members, students and teachers to engage in during First Green field trips. Learning stations to add the creative arts, to engage with high school students and to help young people learn about the profession were hammered out during the day-long meeting. Thank you to Janemarie McKay, Drew Miller and Shad Lacefield for sharing your time and talents with us today. #STEAM #STEM www.thefirstgreen.org
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The latest Government Affairs Quarterly Briefing includes insights into the upcoming national elections; an interview with a 2021 Grassroots Ambassador Leadership Award winner, David Robinson, CGCS; the top 10 activities underway in the government affairs department and more. https://lnkd.in/gE9KXY5m
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Board Oversight Policy Task Group seeks feedback by July 22: Every three years the Board Policy Oversight Task Group convenes to review all policies regarding GCSAA expenses and support for board members. The task group invites members and chapters to review these policies and provide comments and questions. https://lnkd.in/giT9RFDe
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𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐃𝐄: Hear from Todd Lowe, a former United States Golf Association (USGA) agronomist who now is part of Envu’s Green Solutions Team. Lowe provides great insights into the El Niño weather pattern and details how he can help turf managers. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with Envu. 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: https://lnkd.in/gPTqkz3K
GCSAA Podcast, Ep. 65: Conversation with Envu's Todd Lowe
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Applications are now open for the Women’s Leadership Academy, Nov. 12-14, at GCSAA headquarters in Lawrence, Kan. All women in the turfgrass industry, not just GCSAA members, are encouraged to apply. Submit an application by July 19: https://lnkd.in/gMRd74V5 #WomenInTurf #SeeItBeIt
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Congratulations to John Jeffreys and the entire agronomy team and crew of volunteers on an excellent week at Pinehurst Resort for the US Open. The United States Golf Association (USGA) honored Jeffreys by presenting him with the EJ Marshall platter.