Opportunities Abound As STMA Heads West!

Long Beach 2012 Opportunities Abound as STMA Heads West!

heads west, to Long Conference STMABeach, Calif. from Jan. 10-14, 2012 for the 23rd Annual Highlights STMA Conference and Exhibition. STMA Networking Sessions Settled along five-and-a-half miles of Wed., Jan. 11, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. sandy coastline, Long Beach is the Members say that networking is one quintessential vacation getaway, of the top reasons they join STMA. boasting both the ambience of a so- Thus, in addition to all of the net- phisticated urban center and the working opportunities throughout the charm of a seaside community. Lo- CONFERENCE PROGRAM conference, we’ve created a formal- cated just 20 miles south of Los An- ized networking kick-off. Network with >> geles, California’s fifth largest city professionals from facilities similar offers visitors a dynamic range of at- to your own! The forum is divided by tractions, shopping, recreational ac- category into separate sessions for tivities, art and culture, restaurants schools K-12 facilities, colleges and and nightly entertainment that make universities, facilities used by profes- it an ideal destination for attendees. sional athletes, parks and recreation As has been the case for several facilities, academics and students. years, STMA has expanded the educational track, with more than 65 ed- Welcome Reception ucation sessions to choose from, Sponsored by Toro and Covermaster organized into nine different educa- Wed., Jan. 11, 7:30 - 10 p.m. tional tracks (you’ll learn more about these later in this article). All of this First-Time Attendees Reception – year’s sessions were selected with 7 - 7:30 p.m. one thing in mind… you and your fa- A must-attend networking event! cility coming away with new opportu- Kick off the conference in style with nities, ready to be capitalized on the other influencers who are in Long Beach. Enjoy food and drink cour- OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES when you return home. As usual, there will be ample op- tesy of Welcome Reception sponsors >> portunity to network, visit with STMA Toro and Covermaster. commercial members and vendors at the trade show, and take away valu- SAFE Casino Night at the able, actionable lessons from world Welcome Reception class educators. Make sure and Wed., Jan. 11, 8:30 - 10 p.m. check out page 21 of this article for The SAFE Foundation will be debuting What to Do Next, to ensure that you Casino Night at the Welcome Recep- and your crew are able to attend this tion at 8:30 p.m. with many games invaluable investment in you, your and opportunities to win prizes while staff and your facility. supporting STMA’s charity.

EXHIBITOR LIST Estimated Investment to Attend Complete Conference Package (Including meals and preconference >> workshops) – STMA Member – $375 Ground Transportation – $50 Misc. meals – $40 3 nights lodging at STMA official hotel - $639 Air Transportation – $340 Total – $1,444 Remember, that’s an investment - not a cost! STMA’s previous conferences have delivered a return on investment of 1,375 percent! For a detailed ROI report, go to www.STMA.org and click on the Conference tab, 2011. *There are ways to reduce your costs significantly. Just splitting the ride to and from the airport and sharing a room with one other person can reduce these costs by

WHAT TO DO WHAT more than $340! Images courtesy of Destinations Magazine >>

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STMA Annual General Session Meeting & Lunch Registration Hours Keynote Speakers  Tues., 6:30 - 10 a.m. (Hyatt), AND 3-7 p.m. (Conv. Cntr.) Thurs., Jan. 12, 8 - 10 a.m. Thurs., Jan. 12, 12 - 1:15 p.m. Members Only  Wed., 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Conv. Cntr.) Sponsored by World Class Athletic Surfaces There is no scheduled Student  Thurs., 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Conv. Cntr.) Dr. Frank Rossi, Ph.D. Session during this time so that  Fri., 6:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Conv. Cntr.) Meeting the Needs of Students can now attend! Meet All badges will be picked up on-site Today without Compro- your new 2012 Board Members mising Tomorrow: Sus- and hear about the association’s tainable Sports Turf progress and goals while enjoying Frank Rossi has been rec- lunch. Trade Show Hours ognized among the most  Thurs., Jan. 12, 4:15 - 7:45 p.m. (Reception) influential people in the golf, sports  Fri., Jan. 13, 10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. (Lunch) and lawn turf Industry. He has spent STMA Annual Awards  Don’t miss the SAFE Silent Auction, and the Top 10+ the majority of his career in turfgrass Banquet & Pre-Banquet Monitoring Tools for Turf session on the show floor by science focused on improving the re- Reception Dr. Larry Stowell: Thurs., Jan. 12, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. and Fri., CONFERENCE PROGRAM source efficiency and environmental Fri., Jan. 13, 6:30 - 10 p.m. Jan. 13, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

>> compatibility of turfgrass systems. He Enjoy fabulous food and beverage has served as lead turf consultant for while honoring STMA award win- the New York Yankees, Green Bay ners. Be a part of the surprise Packers, Lincoln Center for Performing when STMA’s highest honors, the Schedule at a Glance Arts, the Randall’s Island Sports Foun- Founders’ Awards, are presented Tues., Jan. 10 dation, and for the 2002 and 2009 US to four unsuspecting members. 6:30 - 8 a.m. Continental Breakfast Open Golf Championships. His presen- 6:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Registration Open (Hyatt) tation will address the global aspects Educational 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Seminar on Wheels (optional) of sustainability and the demands that 3 - 7 p.m. Registration Open (Conv. Cntr) go beyond the recreational function of Program The 2012 STMA Conference fo- 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. Certification Exam sports surfaces. Sports turf manage- cuses on providing new ideas, rec- 6 - 9 p.m. Chapter Officers’ Training ment, often focused solely on athlete ognizing opportunities and safety, now must consider other im- discovering solutions for managing Wed., Jan 11 pacts. Hear about how to leverage the sports facilities. Demonstrations, 6:30 -8 a.m. Continental Breakfast social, economic, and environmental classroom education, roundtables, 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Registration Open mission of sports turf management workshops, and networking all pro- 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Seminar on Wheels into an ideal opportunity to address vide chances for sports turf man- 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. SAFE Golf Tournament

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES the broader issue of sustainability. agers to access information that 8 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Education 2 - 4 p.m. Education

>> will lead to success. The sessions Eric Boles have been organized into nine sep- 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Networking Sessions - Lead with Purpose arate educational tracks, and we’ve 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. Committee Meetings Eric Boles is a highly ac- implemented a session numbering 7 - 7:30 p.m. First Timers’ Reception claimed speaker and con- system (100’s on Wednesday, 7:30 - 10 p.m. Welcome Reception & Casino sultant for some of the 200’s on Thursday, and 300’s on Night (NEW!) most recognized compa- Friday. Higher numbered classes nies in the world -- Star- do NOT necessarily mean ad- Thurs., Jan. 12 bucks, Boeing, Coca Cola and vanced content, just that the ses- 6:30 - 8 a.m. Continental Breakfast Southwest Airlines -- to name a few. sion is later in the day.), to help 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Registration Open Prior to becoming an authority on you better manage your time on- 6:45 - 7:45 a.m. CSFM Breakfast teamwork, leadership and personal site. We strongly encourage you to 8 - 10 a.m. General Session development, Eric learned many princi- use the Schedule Builder and Trip 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. Student Session ples of team dynamics and leadership Report STMA has developed to en- 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. Education EXHIBITOR LIST from his experience playing in the NFL sure that you and your facility maxi- 12 - 1:15 p.m. Annual Meeting & Lunch with the New York Jets and Green Bay >> mize your investment in Long 1:30 - 4:15 P.M. Education Packers. His presentation, Lead With Beach. 4:15 - 7:45 p.m. Trade Show & Reception Purpose, will help you become inten- tional in how you develop as a leader, Fri., Jan. 13 and how you develop others to lead. SYNTHETIC STMA 100 - Synthetic Turf: 6:30 - 8 a.m. Continental Breakfast Find out how your influence grows with 6:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Registration Open your commitment and ability to create Concept, Design, Construction, Completion, Maintenance, and 6:45 - 7:45 a.m. Past President’s Breakfast relationships. Learn how your personal 7 - 7:45 a.m. Innovative Sessions character and integrity directly impact Lifecycle Planning Wed., Jan. 11, 8 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 8 - 10 a.m. Education your ability to effectively influence peo- 10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. Trade Show & Lunch ple. Discover what is necessary to Speaker: Mark Nicholls, Turf Industry Inc. 2:45 - 5 p.m. Education help achieve sustainable long-term re- 6:30 - 10 p.m. Awards Reception and Banquet WHAT TO DO WHAT sults. This workshop focuses on an in- depth analysis of synthetic turf. >>

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The point you begin to consider synthetic Speaker: Zach Burns, The Motz Group STMA 102 – A New Era in turf through the entire lifecycle of the field Sports Turf Management will be detailed in a chronological explana- STMA 305 – A Review of the NFL Wed., Jan. 11, 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. tion. Topics covered will include design el- Synthetic Turf Game Day Standards and Speakers: Kevin Mercer, St. Mary’s ements, specification considerations, Synthetic Turf Base Construction College of Maryland vendor selection, project management, Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 9 a.m. Jim Sluiter, Audubon International care and maintenance requirements, and Speaker: Dr. Andrew McNitt, Penn State lifecycle planning. University STMA 103 – Weed Control Attendees will learn: without Synthetic Herbicides • How to professionally identify, select, STMA 306 – Sustainable Athletic Wed., Jan. 11, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. and procure a synthetic turf system to Fields and Related Environmental Issues Speaker: Dr. Douglas Linde, Delaware meet sports specific needs at your facility. Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 9 a.m. Valley College • Best Practices for the professional care Speakers: Patrick Maguire, Activitas The recent increase in public pressure to and maintenance of a synthetic turf sur- David Nardone, Stantec Sport further restrict or ban synthetic pesti- face to extend the useful life and enhance cides on turfgrass has increased re- the ROI. STMA 317 – Artificial Turf search on alternatives to synthetic CONFERENCE PROGRAM • Routine synthetic turf testing to optimize Painting and Removal pesticides. Currently there are very few

>> performance and maximize safety. Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. viable alternatives to synthetic herbi- Speaker: Grant Davisson, Minnesota cides. Research from a study conducted STMA 209 – A Realistic Review Vikings Football from 2009-2011 investigates the effec- of Maintenance Practices for tiveness of 12 alternatives to synthetic Synthetic Turf Fields SUSTAINABILITY herbicides for weed control in turfgrass. Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. STMA 101 – Perceived and Real Results showed a wide range in weed Speaker: Mark Lucas, University of Environmental Impacts of Phosphorus control and cost. The results will be California – Davis Wed., Jan. 11, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. used to provide a basis for defining and Speakers: Dr. Gwen Stahnke, Washington describing alternatives to synthetic herbi- STMA 221 – Synthetic Turf Removal, State University - Puyallup cides that could be used on sports fields. Reclamation, and Recycling Dr. Elizabeth Guertal, Auburn University Field managers educated in this area will Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Dr. Brian Horgan, University of Minnesota be better prepared to reduce reliance on

14 SportsTurf | NovNovemberember 2011 www.sportsturfonline.com synthetic herbicides either voluntarily or if Speaker: Dr. Tony Koski, Colorado State ing water shortages to conserve water and forced by legislation. University cost and still keep turfgrasses alive. This presentation will focus on: • About soil-water-plant relationships to • Understanding the public pressure being STMA 107 & 205 – Back to Basics: become more effective agronomists. put on turfgrass managers to reduce or Maintaining Natural Grass on • How to modify other turfgrass manage- eliminate pesticide use. Native Soil ment practices (mowing, fertilization, aera- • Various alternatives to synthetic herbi- Wed., Jan. 11, 2 - 4 p.m. tion) during water shortage periods to help cides for turfgrass and their advantages Repeated Thurs., Jan. 12, turfgrass plants survive. and disadvantages. 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. • How to incorporate alternatives into a Speaker: Brad Jakubowski, Doane College STMA 212 – Comparison of Synthetic sports field weed control program. and Organic Fertilizers for Sports Turf STMA 206 – Managing Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. STMA 200 – Keynote Presentation: Meet- Turfgrasses During Drought Speaker: Dr. Tony Koski, Colorado State ing the Needs of Today without Compro- Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. University mising Tomorrow: Sustainable Sports Turf Speaker: Dr. Ali Harivandi, University of Thurs., Jan. 12, 8 - 9 a.m. California STMA 223 – Bermudagrasses: Speaker: Dr. Frank Rossi, Cornell Recreational facilities located in climates New Varieties for Sports Turf and University characterized by long, hot, dry summers Management Tips from the Pros must water turfgrasses to survive under Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. STMA 208 – Environmental and Economic hot, dry conditions. During drought condi- Speakers: Dr. John Sorochan, University of Considerations of Nitrogen Fertilization tions, cost and demand for water rises and Tennessee Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. facilities are under pressure to use water Dr. A.J. Powell, Jr., Retired – University of Speaker: Dr. Brian Horgan, University of more efficiently. This presentation will Kentucky Minnesota focus on how turfgrasses use water, ability Darian Daily, Paul Brown Stadium of turfgrasses to resist drought, irrigation Leif Dickinson, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club AGRONOMIC practices, and smart cultural practices dur- STMA 104 – Turfgrass Physiology for ing drought conditions. STMA 224 – Cool Season Turfgrasses: the Sports Turf Manager Attendees will learn: New Varieties for Sports Turf and Wed., Jan. 11, 2 - 4 p.m. • How to reduce irrigation water use dur- Management Tips from the Pros

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• Be guided through a step by step drainage options, advantages, disadvan- What the Conference Includes process to identify turfgrass problems. tages, and costs of each drainage option,  Full day of pre-conference • Have the opportunity to ask questions function of drainage options, installation workshops and receive answers to specific turfgrass processes, and effects of maintenance  More than 90 hours of education problems. programs on drainage.  More than 8 dedicated hours with There will be a focus on: exhibitors STMA 309 – Sports Turf PTI • The importance of sports field drainage  20 hours of networking (Professional Turf Intelligence) and how it could affect your facility.  Breakfasts and lunches Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 10 a.m. • Types of drainage options and how to  Receptions and the 2012 STMA Speakers: Dr. Frank Rossi, Cornell identify the right option for your facility. Awards Banquet University • Understanding how your maintenance Dr. Roch Gaussoin, University of program may be affecting sports field Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. Nebraska drainage. Speakers: Brad Park, Rutgers This session is a fast-paced debate style Dr. Gwen Stahnke, Washington State learning experience. Some of the toughest STMA 310 – Irrigation Water Quality University - Puyallup issues facing sports turf managers will be Evaluation and Management CONFERENCE PROGRAM Dr. John “Trey” Rogers III, Michigan State discussed, including synthetic versus nat- Fri., Jan. 13, 9:15 - 10 a.m.

>> University ural turf care, low budget-high traffic, use Speaker: Dr. Ali Harvandi, University of Bill Deacon, New York Mets of PGR's, resodding fields, and infield skin California Tim VanLoo, CSFM, Iowa State University care. Inspired by the ESPN show "Pardon the Interruption" the instructors will out- BASEBALL STMA 226 – Deciphering Your Soil Test line topics from their perspective, face STMA 106 – The Science of Skin Infields Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. some challenging questions, and banter Wed., Jan. 11, 2 - 4 p.m. Speaker: Dr. Elizabeth Guertal, Auburn about broader issues facing sports turf Speakers: Clayton Hubbs, Stabilizer University managers. Bring your questions for this Solutions Inc. unique educational experience. Barney Lopas, Angels Baseball Club STMA 228 – Turfgrass Physiology: Attendees will: Grant Trenbeath, Arizona Diamondbacks Solar Radiation is the Driving Force of • Increase their awareness of the latest Sports Turf Management research on field safety, plant nutrition, STMA 207 – Infield Skin Maintenance Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. and species selection and use. from Little League to the Pros Speaker: Dr. Karl Danneberger, Ohio State • Have conventional wisdom challenged Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. University that will result in increased awareness of Speaker: Bill Deacon, New York Mets the latest developments in sports turf STMA 301 – Kentucky Bluegrass – management. STMA 227 – Paying Attention to Detail –

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Monostand or Blend • Be able to improve their ability to com- Yearly Management at PETCO Park Fri., Jan. 13, 7:15 – 7:30 a.m. municate to field users about topics that Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. >> Speaker: Dr. John “Trey” Rogers III, might be controversial through their Speaker: Luke Yoder, San Diego Michigan State University engagement in the PTI process. Padres This presentation will focus on baseball STMA 304 – Turfgrass Management STMA 319 – Variety Selection and Man- field management requirements over the in the Transition Zone agement of Tall Fescue for Sports Fields course of one year at PETCO Park in San Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 9 a.m. Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Diego, California. Topics covered include Speakers: Dr. A.J. Powell Jr., Retired – Speaker: Brad Park, Rutgers maintenance during the off-season, prepa- University of Kentucky ration for opening day, special projects, Dr. John Sorochan – University of STMA 323 – John Mascaro’s implementation of cultural practices, the Tennessee Photo Quiz Comes Alive fertility program, turf repairs, edge work, Fri., Jan. 13, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. dirt work, special events, and the game STMA 307 – Sportsturf 101 - in Spanish - Speaker: John Mascaro, Turf-Tec day routine. Cèspedes Deportivos 101- En español International Attendees will learn: EXHIBITOR LIST Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 10 a.m. • How to maximize the output of a below Speaker: Jose Makk, Natura Turf WATER

>> average crew size. This seminar will provide a solid introduc- STMA 105 – Sports Field Drainage - • How to fine tune in a way that will ele- tion to turfgrass management. Real cases What Are Your Options? vate your field status. will be presented that focus on turfgrass Wed., Jan. 11, 2 - 4 p.m. • How to balance your maintenance ecological impact, soil identification and Speaker: Ian Lacy, Institute of schedule around a full year of activities common problems, nutrient balance, and Groundsmanship while still meeting expectations. turfgrass management and culture. The Sports field drainage is fundamental to session will include a step by step ap- the success or failure of a sports field. STMA 303 – Understanding Pitching proach to identify and diagnose some of Climatic conditions and demands placed and Mound Maintenance at the College the most common problems in turfgrass. on facility usage and utilization make and Professional Level Attendees will: drainage an essential function of sports Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 9 a.m. • Learn principles of good turfgrass man- fields. This presentation will explore in de- Speaker: Larry DiVito, Minnesota Twins, WHAT TO DO WHAT agement. tail the importance of drainage, types of Target Field >>

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STMA Conference and Exhibition Sponsors STMA and SAFE greatly appreciate the support and commitment of our conference sponsors. Please take a moment and thank these companies in the Exhibition!

PROFESSIONAL pant will be able to: Matt Giese, Syngenta

CONFERENCE PROGRAM • Identify three types of problem employ- Annual bluegrass (Poa annua) is a problem- DEVELOPMENT ees and strategies to effectively respond atic weed to control in cool season turf ath- >> Networking Sessions to each type. letic fields due to its ability to tolerate low Wed., Jan. 11, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. • Identify and implement ten ways to help mowing heights, germinate rapidly, and ele- Network with professionals from facilities problem employees to successfully vated susceptibility to diseases, drought, similar to your own! The forum is split by change their behavior and performance in and wear. This presentation will focus on the different segments of our member- the workplace. annual bluegrass lifecycle and why it be- ship. Attend the one specific to your em- • Identify insubordinate behavior in em- haves as a perennial under turf culture, pre- ployment situation: Schools K-12, Higher ployees and effectively respond to this emergence and post-emergence methods Education, Academics, Students, Parks type of behavior. of control, soil seed bank supply, and cul- and Recreation, and Facilities used by tural and mechanical control options. Professional Athletes. STMA 321 – The Certification Process This presentation will provide attendees: and Why You Should Become Certified • A basic understanding of annual blue- STMA 201 – Keynote Presentation: Fri., Jan. 13, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. grass biology and its adaptations/limita- Lead with Purpose Speakers: Mike Andresen, CSFM, Iowa tions. Thurs., Jan. 12, 9-10 a.m. State University • A review of management factors that Speaker: Eric Boles Tim VanLoo, CSFM, Iowa State University favor/discourage annual bluegrass. • A summary of control options and effec- STMA 202, 203, and 204 – These STMA 322 – Women's Forum tiveness along with current research re- OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES sessions can be found in the Student Fri., Jan. 13, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. garding annual bluegrass control. Activities sidebar. Speaker: Lynda Wightman, Hunter Indus- >> tries STMA 214 – Renovation Tip: Using STMA 215 – Internships: Attracting Herbicides to Prevent Weeds During Great Interns and Landing the Internship STMA 324 – Conference Wrap-Up: Seeding of Cool Season Turfgrasses of Your Dreams Hitting the Highlights of the 2012 Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Conference Speaker: Dr. Roch Gaussoin, University Speaker: Dr. Douglas Linde, Delaware Fri., Jan. 13, 4:30 – 5:00 p.m. of Nebraska Valley College Speakers: Pamela Sherratt, Ohio State University STMA 217 – Pesticides: STMA 315 – Managing the Problem Dr. Michael Goatley, Virginia Tech Perception Versus Reality Employee Wrap up your conference education experi- Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. ence with this interactive opportunity for Speaker: Dr. Joseph Vargas, Jr., Michigan Speaker: Lisa Goatley, MS, LPC, New learning. This session will provide a friendly State University River Valley Community Services atmosphere where you can network with EXHIBITOR LIST Sports turf professionals have the difficult conference attendees, speakers, and the STMA 222 – Insect Control Update task of not only managing their fields, but >> 2011 and 2012 STMA Board of Directors. for 2012: an ever changing effort! of managing their employees as well. Most Connect with various industry profession- Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. managers will face the unpleasant task of als to solve problems and reflect on what Speaker: Dr. David Shetlar, Ohio State having to manage a problem employee at you learned during the conference. University some point in their career. Strategies for managing problem employees will be pre- STMA 308 – The Principles of sented with the goal of employee retention PEST CONTROL STMA 210 & 320 – Reducing Annual Turfgrass Disease Diagnostics, Control and improved morale. The decision about Bluegrass (Poa annua) Populations in Options, Modes of Action, and Fungicide when termination is appropriate will also Cool Season Athletic Field Turf Resistance be addressed, along with suggestions to Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 10 a.m. potentially avoid litigation or facilitate a Repeated - Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Speakers: Dr. Joseph Vargas, Jr., Michigan successful outcome to litigation.

WHAT TO DO WHAT Speakers: Dr. Bruce Branham, University State University After attending this session, the partici- of Illinois Dr. Karl Danneberger, Ohio State University >>

18 SportsTurf | November 2011 www.sportsturfonline.com STMA 318 – Helpful or Harmful? Stinging Insects...Oh! My! What you CEUs didn't learn in turf school! Many organizations recognize the caliber of STMA education and are awarding CEUs! Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. STMA, GCSAA, NRPA, NIAAA, ASBA, and PLANET are awarding CEUs for the entire conference Speaker: Dr. David Shetlar, Ohio State Irrigation Association (IA) awards for these sessions: Wednesday - STMA 102; 104; 107; Thursday – University Facility Management STMA 205; 206; Friday – STMA 304; 310 American Society for Landscape Architects (ASLA) awards for these sessions: Wednesday – STMA STMA 211 – Selecting Sand-Dominated 100; 101; 102; 103; 104; 105; 106; 107; Thursday – STMA 200; 205; 206; 207; 208; 209; 210; 211; 212; 213; Rootzones for Sports Fields 214; 225; Friday – STMA 303; 304; 305; 306; 307; 308 Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. California Pesticide Recertification Credits can be earned for these sessions: Wednesday – STMA 103; Speaker: Dr. Andrew McNitt, Penn State 104; Thursday – STMA 210; 214; 217; 222; Friday – STMA 307; 308; 318; 320 University This presentation will go over the advan- and recover from the disaster. Communica- product or service being offered. Participat- tages and disadvantages to maintaining a tion with various stakeholders during the ing companies include: DLF International sand-based rootzone. Focus will be on disaster will also be a central point in the Seeds, Innovative Base Technologies, sand, soil, and organic matter selection, discussion. Grigg Brothers, Stadium Grow Lighting, Car- quality control during construction, and Attendees will learn: olina Green Corp., Redexim, Lebanon Turf, proper maintenance techniques long term. • The process of critical thinking that goes Hunter, ReadyPlay, and TXI Diamond Pro. Attendees will learn: into dealing with disasters. This presentation will focus on the newest • What a sand based rootzone does and • Emergency actions that require “thinking trends and technology currently available does not provide the end user. outside the box.” to sports turf managers. • How to identify a quality sand and under- • The importance of positive communica- stand the reason for organic matter addition skills in dealing with all of the disaster STMA 218 & 312 – Basic Principles tions. stakeholders. of Sports Injuries • The quality control process of building a Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. sand-based rootzone from pre bid rootzone STMA 229 – The Importance of Repeated - Fri., Jan. 13, 9:15 - 10 a.m. approval through production and installation. Safety and Potential Liabilities Speaker: Dr. Tim Hewett, Ohio State for the Sports Turf Manager University STMA 213 – Four-Inch Sand Thurs., Jan. 12, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Cap Renovation and Grow-in Speaker: David Schlotthauer, Brigham STMA 230 & 314 – Trade Show Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Young University Demonstration – Top 10+ Monitoring Speaker: John Netwal, CGCS, North Tools for Turf Scott Community Schools STMA 311 – Economic and Thurs., Jan. 12, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Environmental Considerations in Repeated - Fri., Jan., 13, 11:30 a.m. - STMA 219 – If You Build it They Will Today’s Sports Turf Management 12:30 p.m. Come, But How Do You Maintain It? Fri., Jan. 13, 9:15 - 10 a.m. Speaker: Dr. Larry Stowell, PACE Turf, LLC Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Speaker: Mark Lucas, University of Effective turf monitoring programs and ac- Speaker: Mike Trigg, CSFM, Waukegan California – Davis curate diagnostic procedures are essential Park District for maintenance of high quality turf while STMA 313 – Using the Growth ensuring environmental safety, staying STMA 220 – Acquisition and Regulator Trinexapac-ethyl on within budget, and reducing inputs. This Fleet Management Bermudagrass Sports Fields presentation will describe and demon- Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Fri., Jan. 13, 9:15 - 10 a.m. strate how to use tools that can help to Speaker: Michael Nesdahl, The Toro Speaker: Leif Dickinson, Del Mar prevent problems before they occur, as Company Thoroughbred Club well as to diagnose problems after they ap- pear. Tools discussed will range from sim- STMA 316 – How to Create ple, yet highly effective devices such as STMA 225 – Disaster Management a Zero Based Operating Budget shoeboxes that can be used for easy irri- and Crisis Communication Fri., Jan. 13, 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. gation audits, to sophisticated items, such Thurs., Jan. 12, 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. Speaker: Don Savard, CSFM, CGM, Sale- as time domain reflectometry meters that Speakers: Steve Wightman, Qualcomm sianum School can quantify soil moisture levels. Stadium Grant Davisson, Minnesota Vikings Football INDUSTRY STMA 300 – Remote Sensing Technology Amy Fouty, CSFM, Michigan State University and Its Role in Sports Field Management Intercollegiate Athletics DEVELOPMENTS Fri., Jan. 13, 7 – 7:15 a.m. There are times when all field managers STMA 216 – New Trends Speaker: Dr. Jason Kruse, University of are faced with events that don’t always go and Technology in Sports Turf Florida as planned. Disasters, such as storms, Thurs., Jan. 12, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. equipment failure, and poor decisions, Speakers: Representatives from STMA STMA 302 – The Use of Additional force the field manager to devise methods Commercial Companies Light to Improve the Playing Quality of recovery that still allow the game to be Ten of STMA’s commercial companies have in Stadiums played. This presentation will take a look been selected at random to give a five- Fri., Jan. 13, 7:30 – 7:45 a.m. at various real life sport field disasters minute presentation to introduce and ex- Speaker: Gerard van’t Klooster, SGL and the steps that were taken to mitigate plain the benefits of a new or improved www.stma.org SportsTurf 19 Long Beach 2012

ORLANDOSeminar on Wheels 2011 - Wed., Jan. 11, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to retest on those sections on Saturday. 2 Days of Tours* - 4 Tour Stops To find out if you qualify for the certifica- Tues., Jan. 10, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1. Rose Bowl Stadium, a National His- tion program, call STMA at - 4 Tour Stops toric Landmark built in 1922 and known 800-323-3875. 1. Hollywood Park Race Track, a 237- mainly for the New Year's Tournament of acre complex, with 36.3 acres of infield Roses Football Game, the Rose Bowl Sta- ASBA Certified Builder Exam* bermudagrass. Hear about the manage- dium has also earned its World-Class Rep- Sat., Jan. 14, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. ment practices for the tracks and concert utation by hosting five NFL Super Bowl The American Sports Builders Associa- venue, and see the horses in their sta- Games, the 1984 Olympic Soccer tion (ASBA) offers three certifications for bles. Matches, the 1994 Men's World Cup, the field builders: Certified Field Builder (CFB), 2. The Home Depot Center , a 125- 1999 Women's World Cup, the 2002, Certified Field Builder Natural (CFB-N) and acre soccer complex that is home to the 2006 and 2010 BCS National College the Certified Field Builder Synthetic (CFB- LA Galaxy and Chivas USA. It is also the Football Championship Games and numer- S), and will be offering these tests during USSF( United States Soccer Federation) ous other memorable events over the past the STMA Conference. To find out if you training facility for the Men and Women’s eighty plus years. qualify to test, go to www.sportsbuild 2. Dodger Stadium is a baseball-only ers.org. The deadline to submit your appli- CONFERENCE PROGRAM national teams all the way to their youth teams. Participants will be able to see stadium and has been the home of the cation is Dec. 15. In addition, those test- >> the practice fields (one is Bandera Los Angeles Dodgers since opening in ing must register for the STMA Bermuda) and main stadium field (419 1962. It is the third oldest ballpark in conference, purchasing a one-day confer- overseeded with perennial ryegrass),facili- major league baseball. The Dodgers may ence and education package at a mini- ties and locker rooms. Participants will be conducting developmental workouts so mum. (See the Registration form). also see the only indoor velodrome (arena participants may not be able to go onto Questions? Contact ASBA, 866-501-2722. for track cycling) in North America! the field, but will have a close up view. If 3. MLB Urban Youth Academy is a 10- field access is allowed, participants will acre complex on the grounds of Compton tour the field, field maintenance facilities, Community College. It has two major and the stadium. league-dimensioned fields, batting cages, 3. Loyola Marymount University, home pitching mounds and two youth fields. of the Lions, hosts 21 varsity sports. LMU The Academy is a not-for-profit charity that has three NCAA Div. 1 fields for baseball, serves youth ages 5 through high school. softball and soccer, and two club intramu- SAFE Golf Tournament* 4. Blair Field is one of the few semi- ral fields, including one located on top of Wed., Jan. 11, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. professional baseball facilities in Califor- a parking structure. Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms nia. It was constructed in 1958 and has 4. California State University Long This 36-hole championship golf course fostered local amateur baseball and Beach sits on 322 acres and has a stu- is one of California’s most historical and OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES hosted Moore League High School Foot- dent population over 30,000. The climate noteworthy golf facilities. Rated by Golf Di- ball teams, and American Legion and Con- is excellent for athletics and its 16 acres gest as the only four-star experience in >> nie Mack seasons. The Chicago Cubs of athletic fields are used year-around. Los Angeles County and designated as baseball team, the Los Angeles Rams Users include campus clubs, intramurals, the Best Golf Course of 2010 by NGCOA, football team and Olympic teams have NCAA, camps and third party leases of the course offers 36 holes spanning 650 used the site for practice. It is a popular fields by AYSO and other youth acres. Its unique layout incorporates 160 location for the filming of commercials, organizations. It also hosts the Southern sand bunkers, eight lakes and bentgrass television programs and movies. California Special Olympics and has one greens. The course recently underwent a of only three pyramid baseball stadiums five-year multi-million dollar renovation. in the U.S. Transportation, lunch, hole-in-one prize and other contest prizes included. Atten- SAFE Fundraisers dance is limited to the first 144 partici- Throughout conference, SAFE will be pants who register. All proceeds will conducting exciting events, auctions and support SAFE ‘s scholarships and educa- raffles including: tional outreach efforts. EXHIBITOR LIST • SAFE Casino Night at the Welcome

>> Reception Chapter Officer Training • Silent auction with new items daily - for Chapter Board Members • Live auction with more exclusive Tues., Jan. 10, 6 - 9 p.m. items (Dinner provided). • A large item raffle Chapter board members are invited to Typical donations include team gear, STMA Certification Exam* attend a chapter networking and brain- products, equipment, tickets to events, Tues., Jan. 10, 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. & Sat., storming session to address the chal- wine, gift certificates and more. To donate Jan. 14, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. lenges of strengthening your chapter and Pre-qualification and pre-registration by you role as a volunteer leader. Pre-regis- an item for the SAFE Auctions and Raffles, Dec. 15 is required for those who wish to tration is required. (See Registration form) please contact STMA Headquarters at take the exam during the STMA Confer- 800.323.3875 or [email protected]. ence. If you test on Tuesday and do not *Additional fee and pre-registration re- WHAT TO DO WHAT pass all of the sections, you may be able quired >>

20 SportsTurf | November 2011 www.sportsturfonline.com Student Activities What to Do Next? Sponsored by Hunter Industries Now that you’ve seen what there is to do and realize you Students are welcome and encouraged to attend all that the con- have got to be at this must-attend educational event, you ference offers. Based on student feedback, STMA has also developed need to do several things. several student-specific events. First, go to www.STMA.org. There you will be able to: • Register for the conference Student Networking Session • Download the digital brochure Wed., Jan. 11, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. • Download the Conference Registration form • Also, make sure to fill in the form completely, including Student Education Sessions checkboxes for Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet atten- Thurs., Jan. 12, 10:15 – 11:45 a.m. dance. STMA 202 - The “Real” Story of Being an NFL Sports Field Manager • Make sure and check out the Schedule Builder and Speaker: Darian Daily, Paul Brown Stadium Trip Report. Both of these items can help you justify the in- STMA 203 - Broaden Your Horizons Through International Experi- vestment to attend conference to your employer! ences Other things you can do to prepare for the STMA Confer- Speaker: Ian Lacy, Institute of Groundsmanship ence and Exhibition: STMA 204 - What it Takes to be a MLB Field Maintenance Man- • Book your airfare. Rates will get higher as the holiday ager season nears and the STMA Conference and Exhibition ap- Speaker: Larry DiVito, Minnesota Twins, Target Field proach, so book early to get the best rates. • Book your hotel room at the Long Beach Westin or the STMA Student Challenge Hyatt Long Beach, the official hotels of the STMA Confer- Presented by SAFE and Founding Partner Hunter Industries ence and Exhibition, at the exclusive rates offered to atten- Fri., Jan. 13, 8 - 10:30 a.m. dees. These rates are good through Dec. 20, 2011, so Participants receive FREE conference registration by competing book early because they could, and likely will, sell out. Go to in the challenge. Pre-registration is required (see Registration Form). www.STMA.org to make your reservation today! The SAFE Foundation awards the winning two-year team and the • Check www.STMA.org and keep an eye on your inbox winning four-year team $4,000 each. to keep up with the latest information about the conference.

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A Turf, Inc. 940 Aquatrols 729 Beacon Athletics 418 Carolina Green Corp. 704 Cheektowaga NY Paulsboro NJ Middleton WI Indian Trail NC A-Turf, Inc. specializes in the sales and Products that help to improve and Supplies soil amendments, field Licensed sports field contractor spe- installation of both in filled and con- maintain your root zone environment. maintenance equipment, custom net- cializing in the design, construction, ventional synthetic grass systems for www.aquatrols.com ting, padding, windscreens and more. renovation and maintenance of native CONFERENCE PROGRAM athletic fields. A-Turf’s focus is to pro- www.beaconathletics.com or modified soil and sand based

>> vide superior synthetic grass systems Armacell 1140 fields. combined with exceptional installation Mebane NC Becker Underwood, Inc. 203 www.cgcfields.com and after sales service. A global leader in foam technology, Ames IA www.aturf.com premium turf underlayments and Manufacturer of Green Lounger, turf Country Stone-Redfield 934 padding systems for athletic and paint products, sprint iron, biostimu- Milan IL A-G Sod Farms, Inc. 1232 recreational surfaces. Superior shock lants and other turf management Red lava infield topdressing and warn- Riverside CA attenuation, faster installation, patent- products. ing track mix used on baseball and Growers of quality turfgrass since pending drainage systems. www.beckerunderwood.com softball fields from little league to 1969. We provide rolls, slabs, big roll, www.armacell.us major league. stolons and sprigs. Buffalo Turbine LLC 1034 www.countrystone.com www.agsod.com AstroTurf® 1006 Springville NY Dalton GA Since1945, Buffalo Turbine has used Covermaster Inc. 104 Advanced Drainage Systems, The legendary AstroTurf® brand offers “Turbine Technology” with our vast Rexdale Ontario Canada Inc. 1137 advance, state-of-the-art, multi-sport number of blowers and sprayers. A leading supplier of baseball/foot- Hilliard OH and specialized synthetic turf systems www.buffaloturbine.com ball athletic field covers, mound and Leading manufacturer of corrugated with proprietary engineered technolo- plate covers, turf growth blankets, turf polyethylene pipe and related gies leveraging the industries first ver- Burnside Services, Inc. 1019 protective systems and protective wall drainage pipe and fittings. tically integrated manufacturing Navasota TX padding.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES www.ads-pipe.com system. We are a family owned and operated www.covermaster.com www.astroturfusa.com athletic field construction company >> Aer-Flo, Inc. 732 built on integrity, productivity and Cover Sports 906 Oneco FL Bannerman LTD 307 quality. We have specialized in all Philadelphia PA Aer-Flo, Inc. manufactures unique Rexdale Ontario Canada types of high quality field construction Manufacturer of products for athletic sports covers, including patented Aeration equipment, large turf rollers, for over twenty years. surfaces – rain tarps, turf Wind Weighted® Baseball Tarps and topdressing machines, infield www.burnside-services.com blankets/growth covers, turf protection Bench Zone™ Sideline Turf Protectors. groomers, wet and dry liners, over- covers, standing wall padding, track www.aerflo.com seeding equipment and turf combs. Bush Sports Turf 1035 protectors, fence screen and fence- www.sportsturfmagic.com Milan IL top protection. AerWay 836 Analysis, renovation and construction www.coversports.com Norwich Ontario Canada Barenbrug USA 211 of athletic fields. AerWay produces a full line of Turf Aer- Tangent OR www.bushturf.com Dakota Peat & Equipment 700 ation Solutions. AerWay aerators are Barenbrug USA is an Oregon-based East Grand Forks MN available starting at 45” all the way up grass seed research company, selling C & H Baseball, Inc. 630 Manufacturer of top dressing equip- to 15’ wide – in both 3-Point and Pull turf and forage seed through a whole- Eagle ID ment and supplier of peat, blending EXHIBITOR LIST Type configurations. sale distribution network across the C & H Baseball is the industry’s and testing.

>> www.aerway.com USA. leader in new stadium construction www.dakotapeat.com www.barusa.com netting and field equipment. Supply- The Andersons 828 ing and installing field wall padding, Desso Sports System 1124 Maumee OH Barkshire Laser windscreen, barrier nets, batting tun- Belgium The Andersons is the manufacturer of Leveling, Inc. 501 nels and artificial turf. We have suc- Desso DLW Sports Systems is a man- premium granular fertilizers, insecti- San Clemente CA cessfully become a “one-stop” shop ufacturer and supplier of outdoor cides and professional grade spread- Since 1998, Barkshire Laser Leveling, for all of your stadium needs. sports surfacing solutions. ers. We also feature the dispersing Inc. has provided premier fine finish www.chbaseball.com www.dessosports.com granule carrier DG Pro that gets the laser grading services on sportsfields active ingredients to the target area and golf courses. Additional services first. include renothatching and renovation www.andersonsinc.com along with laser topdressing.

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22 SportsTurf | November 2011 www.sportsturfonline.com Diamond Pro 427 EP Minerals 501 G2 Turftools, Inc. 1040 Gro-Power, Inc. 202 Dallas TX Reno NV Athens AL Chino CA Provides groundskeepers nationwide a EP Minerals manufactures Axis® Pre- G2 Turftools is a company dedicated Manufacturer of humus-based fertiliz- complete line of professional grounds mium Soil Amendments and Play- to providing precision turf equipment ers and soil conditioners. Premium keeping products and equipment. Ball!® Premium Infield Conditioners. for sports fields and golf courses. Its Green Products for high-maintenance www.diamondpro.com Axis conserves water for the plants mission is to provide experienced sports turf. and converts sandy soil or compacted quality turf managers with high quality www.gropower.com DLF International Seeds 813 clay into healthy soil. PlayBall! Pro- products that make their jobs more Halsey OR vides a firm, dry, and dust-free infield cost effective and help them establish Harper Industries Inc. 728 The DLF Trifolium Group, of which DLF surface in all conditions. a new level of playability and aestheti- Harper KS International Seeds is a member, is www.epminerals.com cally beautiful turf. Manufacturer of debris management the world’s largest producer and mar- www.g2turftools.com equipment. keter of grass and clover seed. From Engage Agro USA 1241 www.harperindustries.com the center of seed production in Prescott AZ Gail Materials 936 Halsey, Oregon, DLF International Engage Agro USA specializes in crop Corona CA Harsco Minerals 815 Seeds provides outstanding service to protection and nutritional products for Southern California’s leading supplier Sarver PA your distribution network. agricultural, turf, industrial, and niche for infield materials and packing clays. Excellerator is a premier specialty fer- www.dlfis.com crop markets in the United States. www.gailmaterials.net tilizer that provides soluble silicon for www.engageagrousa.com wear tolerance and stress relief with DryJect, Inc 1010 Golf & Sport Solutions 1234 micros. Hatboro PA Ewing 616 La Salle CO www.harscominerals.com We are a patent aeration service with Phoenix AZ Providing infield mixes and specialty Service Centers that can amend your Wholesale distributor in 19 states pro- aggregate products for golf courses Hunter Industries 622 turf almost anywhere in the world. viding turf professionals’ quality prod- and athletic fields. San Marcos CA We also supply the new revolutionary ucts and services. www.golfandsportsolutions.com Hunter is a worldwide leader of inno- Drainage PC system that can be in- www.ewing1.com vative irrigation products, including ro- stalled into existing turf with minimal Graco Inc. 300 tors, sprays, valves and control disruption. Fairmount Sports Minneapolis MN systems for commercial and sports www.dryject.com and Recreation 305 Market leader in airless line striping. turf applications. Chardon OH Full line of products from walk-behind www.hunterindustries.com DuPont High purity silica sand for sports fields, to self-propelled. Professional Products 400 synthetic turf, and recreational areas. www.graco.com Hydraway Brandenburg KY www.fairmount-sports.com Drainage Systems 714 DuPont has a vision to become the Graff’s Turf Farms, Inc. 835 Belleville IL world’s most dynamic science com- FieldTurf 811 Fort Morgan CO Sports Turf drainage systems for natu- pany, creating sustainable solutions Montreal Quebec Canada High quality turfgrass suited for golf ral & synthetic turf. essential to a better, safer, healthier The world leader in artificial turf. and athletic surfaces including Short www.hydraway.net life for people everywhere. DuPont Pro- www.fieldturf.com Cut/Low Mow, USGA Spec Sand grown fessional Products brings the com- bentgrasses, Texas Hybrids, custom Imants - Campey 800 pany’s 200-year tradition of science FieldWallPads.com grows and custom harvests. Services Reusel Netherlands and innovation to the global pest by SportsGraphics 1134 include tearouts, installation, prepara- Europe’s leading manufacturer of turf- management, turf/ornamentals, sports Clarion IA tion and maintenance. care and grounds-maintenance equip- turf and golf industries. The nations leading protective padding www.graffsturffarms.com ment. www.proproducts.dupont.com manufacturer with in house digital www.imants.com print capabilities. GreensGroomer EarthWorks Natural www.sportsgraphicsinc.com WorldWide, Inc. 610 Jacklin Seed Company 731 Organic Products 805 Indianapolis IN Post Falls ID Easton PA First Products Inc 515 Manufacture turf-conditioning equip- Producers and marketers of world Earthworks provides dry organic, liquid Tifton GA ment for grooming, compaction relief, class turf seed. organics, soil amendments and soil Manufacturer of the only patented vi- debris removal, and sterilization or nat- www.jacklin.com testing. brating tine aera-vators. Equipment ural and synthetic turf surfaces. www.soilfirst.com use includes aerating, primary seed- www.greensgroomer.com Jacobsen, ing, overseeding, verti-cutting and in- A Textron Company 924 ECO Chemical 824 corporated topdressing. GreenOne Industries, Inc. 306 Charlotte NC Seattle WA www.1stproducts.com Sedalia CO Serves the golf, sports field and com- Manufacturers of 1) the first and best Sports field construction, renovation, mercial grounds care markets with a removable paint and equipment for Fleet US 406 maintenance, and drainage company full range of precision mowers, aera- synthetic turf fields and 2) an innova- Dakota City NE serving the U.S. tors, utility vehicles and sprayers. tive dehydrated paint for grass fields Manufacturers of high quality marking www.greenoneindustries.com www.jacobsen.com that ships in a cardboard box. machines and paints for sports fields www.eco-templine.com and hard surfaces. Grigg Brothers 523 Johnston Seed Company 1016 www.fleetus.com Albion ID Enid OK High quality foliar, granular fertilizers Producer of Riviera Bermuda grass. A and amendments. truly superior quality, cold-tolerant www.griggbros.com Bermuda. www.Johnstonseed.com

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ORLANDOKifco, Inc. 20111331 Lidochem, Inc. 1136 Nature Safe Natural Pioneer Athletics 421 Havana IL Hazlet NJ and Organic Fertilizers 507 Cleveland OH U.S. manufacturer of water reel Lidochem’s performance nutrition divi- Cold Spring KY Pioneer Athletics is the leading devel- portable irrigation systems. Most sion develops and markets unique Nature Safe Fertilizers are derived oper and manufacturer of natural and trusted name in water reels. and effective organic and conventional from natural sources containing no synthetic grass field marking paints www.kifco.com plant nutrients, chelated micronutri- waste by-products. The all natural in- and striping equipment. Founded in ents, bio pesticides, eco fertilizers, soil gredients in Nature Safe are premium 1905, Pioneer is the teammate of over Kochek Company 817 amendments and biostimulants. Most animal proteins that provide a bal- 25,000 high schools, universities, and Putnam CT products are patented or patent pend- anced nutritional program for the soil professional athletic organizations. Kocheck is an American manufacturer ing and are safe for the environment, and the plant. www.pioneerathletics.com of nozzles, hose and irrigation equip- the applicator and the consumer. www.naturesafe.com ment. www.performancefertilizers.com Port Industries Inc. 420 www.kochek.com Newstripe Inc. 810 Palmyra MO Louisville Slugger Game Aurora CO Distribution of drainage and related Kromer Co., LLC 640 Time Sports Systems 733 Newstripe is a manufacturer of paint equipment. Plymouth MN Northbrook IL striping machines, drags infield www.portindustries.com Providing groomers and painters that We offer Louisville Slugger branded groomers, layout systems and logo CONFERENCE PROGRAM increase productivity and quality print- products that are specialized for Base- stencils. Portafloor by Sport Court

>> ing systems. ball/Softball field grounds keeping. www.newstripe.com International 632 www.kromerco.com These products are used by profes- Salt Lake City UT sional sports teams, schools, munici- Oakwood Sod Farm, Inc 1007 PortaFloor is the original roll out tem- Krylon Products Group 801 palities and youth leagues. Our Delmar MD porary event flooring. PortaFloor is the Cleveland OH mission is to bring the highest quality Oakwood Sod produces high quality most cost effective and fastest way to Krylon is a leading manufacturer of products to every level of play. sand based Patriot Bermuda Sod and increase your ROI of your stadium. athletic field striping paints in both www.gametimesportssystems.com Sprigs to athletic fields and golf www.portafloor.com aerosol and bulk. We can help make courses in the transition zone. your fields look their best with the MAC Athletics, Inc. 912 www.oakwoodsod.com Precision brightest whites and best coverage in Minster OH Laboratories, Inc. 1107 the industry. The “MAC Machine” is the only ma- Peat Inc. 201 Waukegan IL www.ki-lineup.com chine you need for your facility mainte- Elk River MN Precision Laboratories is a leading nance, because it is multiple A unique golf, sports turf and horticul- provider of specialized chemistries ap- Kwik Goal 1237 machines in one! Whether you need ture peat supply company affiliated plied to plants, seeds, soil and water Quakertown PA to grade, roll, cut, fill, nail, drag, thatch, with Plaisted Companies which allows to maximize resource and biological Leading manufacturer of high quality, aerate, or just final dress your field, them to control the quality of the performance potential while steward- durable, safety tested sports listed this all-in-one machine can save you process from peat harvest to final mix. ing the environment. equipment. hours of time and money, not to men- www.peatinc.com www.precisionlab.com

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES www.kwikgoal.com tion storage space and investment dollars. Pennington Seed, Inc. 405 Pro’s Choice 820 >> Landscapes Unlimited, www.macathletix.com Madison GA Barrington IL LLC 401 Premier grass seed company bringing Review top soil conditioners since Lincoln NE Missouri Turf Paint 628 the best varieties to the sports turf 1941. We are the industry standard. Our Recreational Development Group’s Kansas City MO managers for their particular needs. www.proschoice1.com expertise in landscaping, irrigation, Providers of turf paint, stencils, appli- www.penningtonseed.com drainage and laser grading has been cation equipment and field lining Quali-pro 505 instrumental in our capabilities to cre- systems. Penn State World Campus Raleigh NC ate high-class sports fields (natural or www.missouriturfpaint.com of The Pennsylvania Providing quality turf protection prod- synthetic), trails, practice fields and State University 1224 ucts for the sports field industry. parks. Motz Group, The 737 University Park, PA www.quali-pro.com www.landscapesunlimited.com Cincinnati OH Learn how to manage sports turf in Design/build and construction of high any climate; Penn state World Campus Rain Bird 712 Laser-Grader performance natural and synthetic turf online turfgrass degrees and certifi- Rochester Hills MI Manufacturing 1018 sports fields. cates are identical to those earned on Rain Bird is the leading manufacturer EXHIBITOR LIST Smithfield RI www.themotzgroup.com campus and taught by the same re- of sports turf rotors, valves and control

>> The Laser-Grader®, Model 106-6WD is spected faculty. systems. a laser-guided precise finish-grading Natural Sand www.worldcampus.psu.edu/sports- www.rainbird.com machine. This compact machine offers Company, Inc. 534 turf.com a unique blend of accuracy, produc- Slippery Rock PA Ready Play 900 tion capacity and versatility, and has Natural Sand features FieldSaver- A Pickseed 807 Lubbock TX become the preferred grading method custom soil amendment that binds, Tangent OR Ready Play has brand new patented of the major league venues. adds clay and conditions your infield As a leading developer of high per- technology that helps maintain mois- www.laser-grader.com in one step. We also feature your in- formance turfgrass for more than 30 ture in playing surfaces, as well as en- field mix DuraEdge and DuraPitch years, Pickseed has been committed hances turf and skinned areas in Mound clay. to high standards of performance that sports fields. www.naturalsand.com ensure reliable product availability, de- www.readyplaysports.com livery and support.

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RedeximORLANDO North America 2011 518 Sports Construction Stabilizer Solutions 205 Titan 540 Fenton MO Management, Inc. 1012 Phoenix AZ Plymouth MN Manufacturer of specialized turf and Linwood NC Infield mixes, mound mixes, custom Titan sprayers are designed by profes- ground care equipment produced es- General contractor specializing in ath- blends. Worldwide stabilization prod- sionals for contractors. Advanced per- pecially for aeration, seeding, top- letic field construction and renovation. ucts. formance, total reliabiltiy, unsurpassed dressing and environmental www.sprtsconstructionmanagement. www.stabilizersolutions.com service, and the best and longest war- maintenance. com ranty in the industry are common www.redexim.com STEC Equipment 511 terms associated with Titan. SportsEdge 1119 Sandy Spring SC www.titantool.com Schmitz Foam Products Troutman NC STEC is an industry leader in the man- – ProPlay USA 1231 Manufacturer/supplier of surface and ufacturing, distribution, and sales of Toro Company Harley ID sub-surface drain systems, football specialized turf equipment for over 10 Bloomington MN Schmitz Foam Products has supplies goals, soccer goals, and track equip- years. With the commitment to quality The Toro Company is a leading world- shock and drainage pads for synthetic ment. products, STEC is leading the way in wide provider of turf maintenance turf and playgrounds. www.sportsedge.com importing cutting edge products and equipment and precision irrigation sys- www.schmitzfoam.com ideas from the European marketplace tems. Toro has built a tradition of Sports Field and introducing them to the American world-class service, innovation and turf CONFERENCE PROGRAM Scotts Professional Seed 918 Management Magazine 1117 turf industry. expertise to help customers’ care for

>> Madison WI St. Johnsbury VT www.stecequipment.com sports fields, public green spaces, golf Supplier of top quality turf grass seed. We are a monthly trade publication for courses, commercial and residential Full range of products for all your field care professionals managing SubAir Systems 301 properties, and agricultural fields. needs. playing fields nationwide. Subscrip- Graniteville SC www.toro.com www.scottsproseed.com tions are free to qualified subscribers. SubAir Sport aeration and moisture re- www.sportsfieldmanagement moval system promotes healthier, Tri-Tex Grass 636 Seed Research of Oregon 925 magazine.com stronger playing surfaces through Granbury TX Corvallis OR moisture content management, sub- Tri-Tex Grass is a warm season sod Performance seed company with a full Sportsfield Specialties 1011 surface aeration, and root temperature supplier. Tri-Tex specializes in high range of products including bent grass, Delhi NY control. quality ready-to-play turf for sports cool season and warm season turf. Since 1998 we have been the innova- www.subairsystems.com fields and golf courses. www.sroseed.com tive industry leader in the sale and www.tritexgrass.com manufacture of sports construction Syngenta Professional Signature Fencing & equipment. We continue to meet the Products 200 Turface Athletics 204 Flooring Systems 833 demands of modern sports construc- Greensboro NC Buffalo Grove IL New York NY tion through innovative design and Syngenta is the leading manufacturer Turface Athletics is the leader in sports We manufacture turf protection sys- state-of-the-art manufacturing. of fungicides, herbicides, and insecti- field maintenance, providing the in- tems for concerts, stadiums, and spe- www.sportsfieldspecialties.com cides and plant growth regulators. dustry’s best products to solve and

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The new Molina Animal Care Center offers WELCOME TO TODAY’S LONG BEACH enhanced healthcare to animals as well as opportunities for guests to view veterinary medicine in action. ettled along 5 1/2 miles of sandy ATTRACTIONS A short walk from the Aquarium along coastline, Long Beach is the quintes- Discover the city’s best known attrac- picturesque Rainbow Harbor, you’ll find two Ssential vacation getaway, boasting tions, which range from a historic ocean exciting entertainment/dining/shopping both the ambience of a sophisticated urban liner to a sustainable aquarium. One of the complexes, Shoreline Village and The Pike center and the charm of a seaside commu- most recognized attractions in Long Beach, at Rainbow Harbor. Shoreline Village has nity. Located 20 miles south of Los Ange- The Queen Mary, is one of the world’s most the look and feel of a charming seaside les, California’s seventh largest city offers luxurious ships to sail the Atlantic Ocean. fishing village, with a boardwalk of specialty visitors a dynamic range of oceanfront ho- The ocean liner also features a 314-state- and souvenir shops and restaurants. The tels, attractions, shopping, recreational ac- room hotel and several fine restaurants. Pike at Rainbow Harbor is Long Beach’s

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES tivities, art and culture, restaurants and Visitors can explore this majestic ship from newest attraction, a 300,000+ square foot nightly entertainment that make it an ideal the wheelhouse to the engine room before entertainment center with shops, restau- >> destination for any time of the year. braving the Queen’s current attraction, rants and a multiplex movie theater. Rain- Long Beach has emerged as a commu- Ghosts and Legends. During this haunted bow Harbor itself is home to boats of all nity full of matchless neighborhoods and tour, a guide leads brave guests through types, including fishing boats, tall ships, lux- cultural diversity. Located just a mile down parts of the Queen Mary that were previ- ury charter yachts, harbor tour boats, pleas- Ocean Boulevard is the seaside commu- ously off-limits while the attraction pro- ure craft and even a replica Mississippi nity of Belmont Shore, which features Sec- duces floods, flashing lights, and ghostly stern wheeler. ond Street, a shopper’s mecca and experiences. Visitors can also explore the Just minutes from downtown Long premier location for outdoor dining and mystique of the Soviet submarine Scorpion, Beach rest several other interesting attrac- people watching. Tucked behind Belmont which is moored adjacent to the Queen tions that will suit visitors of all ages. Shore is one of the city’s most romantic Mary. These “must-sees” include Alamitos Bay, a destinations, Naples Island, where Italian- For a face-to-fish encounter visit the waterfront dining and entertainment area; style gondoliers cruise along the canals Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific, a Gondola Getaway along the canals of

EXHIBITOR LIST lined with picturesque, million-dollar world-class facility that is home to more Naples Island; and Ranchos Los Alamitos homes. Alamitos Bay is just past Belmont than 11,000 inhabitants of the Pacific and Rancho Los Cerritos, two historic parks >> Shore offering waterfront dining and views Ocean representing some 500 different featuring acres of beautiful gardens and au- of rows and rows of sailboats. Downtown species. It also has numerous areas thentic adobes. Long Beach is a perfect blend of sophisti- where visitors can touch the animals of the cated urban center and charming seaside ocean like sting rays, sea cucumbers, Everything from rollerblades to community, and is filled with a myriad of starfish and more. Explorer’s Cove features entertainment choices. For more interna- Lorikeet Forest where these colorful and wetsuits, jet skis to windsurfing tional flavors, visitors can discover the friendly miniature parrots can be hand-fed equipment, can be rented at various city’s historic Spanish roots in Bixby Knolls by visitors. Also in Explorer’s Cove is Shark places along the beach. Day and or experience Cambodia Town, the preva- Lagoon, where nine species of shark can night harbor cruises are also lent community along Anaheim Street that be viewed from both above and below has been recognized as one of the largest water. Visitors can actually touch several of available, offering beautiful views WHAT TO DO WHAT Cambodian communities in the world. the shark species in special touch lagoons. of the Pacific Ocean. >>

30 SportsTurf | November 2011 www.sportsturfonline.com RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES transportation to all of downtown Long Aquarium, or the Queen Mary. The Aqualink Winding along the beach are smooth, Beach’s most popular attractions including is a high-speed catamaran water taxi from wide paths perfect for biking, rollerblading, the Aquarium, Queen Mary, Shoreline Vil- downtown to Alamitos Bay. For your con- running or romantic strolls. Visitors can lage and Pine Avenue. For just $1.25, the venience, friendly downtown guides dressed dive right into a variety of water sports such Passport can transport visitors down to Bel- in blue “Long Beach” shirts, blue caps and as kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, sport fish- mont Shores/Naples and Cal State Long khaki pants are stationed in a 40-block ing, scuba diving and jet skiing. Everything Beach. area and help visitors find restaurants, from rollerblades to wetsuits, jet skis to In addition, water taxi service is offered shops and attractions. windsurfing equipment, can be rented at by the Aquabus, and can transport guests To plan your Long Beach experience, log various places along the beach. Day and across the water to Shoreline Village, the onto www.visitlongbeach.com. ■ night harbor cruises are also available, offering beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Each year, from late December to mid- April, visitors can witness the awe-inspiring migration of more than 15,000 Pacific grey whales passing through Long Beach on their way to their breeding and berthing grounds in Mexico. Whale watching excur- sions are available through several companies. From award-winning drama and cutting- edge opera to historic museums, visitors will enjoy an exciting range of artistic ex- pressions that comprise the city’s rich her- itage. Long Beach is home to a number of impressive museums, including the Mu- seum of Latin American Art (MoLAA), the only museum in the country to focus exclu- sively on the contemporary art of Mexico, Central and South America and the Span- ish-speaking Caribbean. Visitors can also explore the city’s unique galleries in the thriving East Village arts community, listen to a renowned symphony orchestra or watch a play from a variety of first-class performing arts companies. When it’s time to dine, Long Beach offers visitors hundreds of options from inti- mate cafes to spectacular oceanfront restaurants. Visitors can nosh on fried green tomatoes in a restored 1920s Cali- fornia Bungalow, dive into a table full of seafood along Alamitos Bay or feast in a historic bank building complete with teller cages. Sample a world of cuisines right in this International City from Italian to Cam- bodian. No other community in Southern Califor- nia is as visitor friendly as Long Beach— and getting here is easy. Fly directly into the Long Beach Airport (LGB) on Alaska Air, Al- legiant, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways and US Airways. Direct flights are available to many major cities, including New York, Washington DC, Austin, San Francisco, Seattle, Boston, Chicago and more. If you prefer to fly into Los Ange- les (LAX) or Orange County (SNA), Long Beach is just a short 25-minute drive from either airport. While in town, the Passport local shuttle service offers complimentary www.stma.org SportsTurf 31