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The superintendent-designed Cushman Hauler is here

August 16, 2016 By Seth Jones

If you sent me an email last week and I haven’t yet replied, my apologies. I spent a few days in Augusta, Ga., and Graniteville, S.C., hanging out with the fine folks at Textron Specialized Vehicles, checking out their new ...

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Golfdom Files: Setting up depreciation reserves stabilizes dues structure

August 16, 2016 By Kelly Limpert

Everyone loves a shiny new piece of equipment, but unless it’s a lease, you’re expected to keep it running as long as possible. The February 1962 Golfdom included best practices to do that and also to prepare for the equipment’s ...

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Defining the Dark Side

August 12, 2016 By Seth Jones

When we use the term “going to the Dark Side” do you know what we mean? Of course you do. It’s a common term that’s been used for years, and not just in our industry. No, the Dark Side does ...

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Checking in at Crooked Stick Golf Club for the 2016 BMW Championship

August 11, 2016 By Adam Asadorian

With just one month until the 2016 BMW Championship at Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Ind., the clock is now ticking for course Superintendent Jake Gargasz and his 28-man crew. But Gargasz is no rookie to this scene. In 2012, ...

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Photos: Pete seltzer, istock.com:TheCrimsonMonkey

The 19th Hole: Mark Kuhns

August 5, 2016 By Seth Jones

Mark, what can I get you? Well, with my dietary restrictions, alcohol is out of the question… how about a tall unsweetened tea? So you and Janet will celebrate your 40th anniversary after the PGA Championship. Yes, 40 wonderful years. ...

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Nothing ventured, nothing gained

August 5, 2016 By Grant Gannon

BASF’s Elite Rejuvenation program convinces two superintendents to step outside their comfort zones in hopes of achieving better conditions. Superintendents who struggle with plant health on their courses can be wary of stepping out of their normal routines. Pressure to ...

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