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THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE CONFERENCE SEMINARS The BTME 2001 event combines the National 22nd and 23rd January 2001, Majestic Wednesday 24 January 2001 Education Conference - 'The Learning Hotel, Harrogate Keynote speaker: Richard Noble of Thrust 2 Experience' - sponsored by Textron Turf Care Sessions include the following topics and World Landspeed Record fame with the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition. speakers: The Law and the Golf Club, Health & Safety, The formal conference is supplemented with Growing Golf and the Environment - the US experience, practical Greenkeeping workshops and a David Lawson, STRI; Dennis Mortram, Erosion Control and Mulching Seminar programme which means there is Reaseheath; Dr. Paul Rieke, Michigan Univ plenty to interest everyone involved in the golf Thursday 25 January 2001 and fine turf industry from Master Human Resource Management Golfdom Magazine, Changes in Training Greenkeepers to Assistant Greenkeepers. Frank Newberry, Duncan McGilvray, Potters Provision, Topdressing - Material Standards, Bar GC; Brin Bendon, Vector Training The event attracts Golf Greenkeepers from all An overview of Australian Golf Courses - over the world, encouraging learning, debate Water Management problems and solutions and an exchange of ideas and experience. The Graeme Francis, Hydroscape; Junier Brown, NRA; Kneale Diamond, Hanbury Manor GC programme is available to both BIGGA mem- EXHIBITION bers and non-members, although members Environmental Management receive preferential rates. While the technical Martin Gunn and Malcolm Peake, Temple GC; The BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition has forums are primarily concerned with Golf Rob Witherspoon, Guelph Turfgrass Institute been held at Harrogate since 1 989 and is the Course maintenance and greenkeeping issues, Canada; Jonathan Smith, Scottish Wildlife Trust biggest indoor show of its kind in Europe. Over many of the sessions are equally relevant to 6,000 visitors and more than 200 Turfcare general turf maintenance and groundsman- Industry manufacturers and suppliers were ship, and would interest those working in Workshops run concurrently with the present at last year's show, and there will be other sportsturf sectors. The programme also Conference sessions and include: even more in 2001 with the addition of a new has a keynote speaker and seminars which Basic Machinery Maintenance, Computer exhibition hall. The exhibition is open from will be of particular interest for Chairmen of Skills, Golf Course Design and 9.00am to 5.30pm Wednesday and Thursday Green and Golf Club secretaries. Grasses/Soil Science and from 9.00am to 1.30pm on Friday.

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The officiât monthly magazine Advanta Seeds 9 Toro Awards of the British & international Göll Greenkeepers Association Allen Power Equipment Ltd 11 & 13 The final judging of the Toro Editorial Editor: Scott MacCallum Award for Excellence in Amenity Land Services 20 Tel: 01347 833800 Fax: 01347 833801 Greenkeeping and the Toro E-mail: [email protected] Aventis 7 Student of the Year Award Advertising uncovered two wonderful Sales & Marketing Manager: Steve Hardy Barrelfield Golf Network 20 Tel: 0.1347 833800 Fax: 01347 833802 winners in lain Ritchie and E-mail: [email protected] Berkshire College iv STUDENT Jonathan Cleland. Sales & Marketing Department: GREENKEEPER Page 16 Cheryl Broomhead, Diane Bray, Meredith Foster British Seed Houses 9 & 39 of the year Tel: 01347 833800 Fax: 01347 833802 E-mail: [email protected] AWARD Eagle Promotions 15 Design Design & Production Editor: David Emery Elmwood College iv Tel: 01347 833800 ISDN: 01347 830020 E-mail: [email protected] Evergreens UK 30 Printing Features Hi-Tec Print, Units 9-10, Houghton Road, Fern House Marketing 40 North Anston Trading Estate, North Anston, 8 10 Good Men and True Sheffield S25 4JJ ISDN: 01909 550561 Tel: 01909 568533 Fax: 01909 568206 Flowtronex 20 Neil Thomas reports on the selection of the ten delegates who will represent the Association on the The advertising copy deadline for inclusion Golf Car 13 in the January 2001 edition of Greenkeeper Bernhard-sponsored trip to the CCSA Conference i International is Friday, December 8, 2000 Hunter Grinders 25 and Show in Vancouver, Canada, next year

Greenkeeper International: Hydroscape 27 10 Budget Boosters Contents may not be reprinted or otherwise reproduced without written permission. Return postage must accompany ING Turfcare Finance 11 Roland Taylor looks at a few ways to generate all materials submitted if return is requested. Noresponsibility ca n be assumed for unsolicited materials. extra cash The right isreserved t o edit submissions before publication. Jinma (UK) Ltd 27 Although every care will be taken, noresponsibility i s 21 2001: A Greenkeeping Odyssey accepted for loss of manuscripts, photographs or artwork. John Deere Credit 13 Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Would you believe Harrogate is Association, and noresponsibility i s accepted for such content, Kawasaki 23 just around the corner again? advertising or product information that may appear. The opportunities to inform and enjoy Circulation is by subscription. Subscription rate: UK £36 per Rigby Taylor 39 year, Europe and Eire £46. The magazine is also distributed to yourself are already in place for what BIGGA members, golf clubs, local authorities, the turf industry, libraries and central government. Symbio 9 should be a tremendous occasion ISSN: 0961-6977 © 2000 British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association Turf-Seed UK 39 mMlBAG MAILBAn re of Address your letters to The Editor, Greenkeeper International, BIGGA HOUSE, Aldwark, Alne, York Groundhog Day Y061 1UF, or email them to [email protected]

There can't have been too many occasions in the last 30 years that have witnessed the scale of flood- loro thanks from a valiant Terry ing we experienced at the end of October and beginning of November. It was truly horrific and I am writing to thank Toro and BIGGA for organis- members of DGCC for their encouragement and good a large proportion of the population suffered to ing the Toro Award for Excellence in Greenkeeping wishes. some degree or another. 2000. This award gives the opportunity for Course At the sharp end, and that included a number I was fortunate to reach the final four candidates for Managers and Head Greenkeepers to show their golf of BIGGA staff, homes were flooded and incalcu- judging and was England's representative. course management skills, it motivates and will improve lable damage done, not to mention the loss of Unfortunately I was unsuccessful in winning the main all those who take part in the competition. As golf custom for many shops and businesses in flood- prize, but I feel proud of what the Greenkeeping team course management becomes more and more demand- ed cities, towns and villages. Further down the scale has achieved at Dartmouth Golf and Country Qub ing by the golfing public, it is vital that greenkeepers were those people whose routes to work were and to have represented England in this prestigious continue to develop themselves and keep up with mod- blocked, and down further to those people who award. ern techniques, this will all lead to better playing had to cancel weekend trips or recreational pur- I would like to take this opportunity to thank a few surfaces for longer periods and greater recognition to suits. All in all, a sizable percentage of the British people for their part in this achievement. Starting with the Greenkeeping Industry I would recommend all population were affected. Ralph Hitchens who originally orchestrated Course Managers/Head Greenkeepers to use this com- As Elliott Small says in his 'As I see it..." column Dartmouth Golf and Country Qub and recognised my petition for improving and developing themselves. golf courses are not the top priority when com- talent at a very early stage. Members of my green- I would finally like to thank everyone associated with pared to people's homes but members will no keeping staff, for their exceptional efforts in preparing this quality competition and wish all the Greenkeepers doubt expect to get back on their courses as soon the course during the assessment stages of the compe- that I was fortunate to meet at Aldwark Manor, the as is possible, if not sooner, to work out their frus- tition and their professional approach to their work very best for the future. Well done lain Ritchie a wor- trations on a lump of balata. throughout the year. They were Kevin Yeoman, thy winner I suppose it leads to the pointed question. How Graham Sulley, John Farkins, Dave Sroka, Charles tall should the posts for "Course Gosed" signs be Crisp, Neil Carter, Neil Curtis, Steve Reeves and Gene Terry Farkins to keep them visible above water lines? Lee. Thanks also to Jamie Waugh and all the staff and Course Manager, Dartmouth G&CC Regular work schedules go out of the window, winter programmes shelved and the thought of the effort required to bring a course back to its best after the floods have gone is enough to bring Praise for BIGGA training courses grown men to their knees. Which is exactly where I recently attended a Budget & Project Managegemen: t and Course Managers alike. Like every single those Course Managers, Head Greenkeepers and cours:ourse which was held at BIGGblLrLrA JHLUUbbHOUSE.. I vwoul d Greenkeeper, I have had a very busy year and am fac- their teams earn their stripes. like to thank Ken Richardson and Sami Collins for ing a hectic winter but I always manage to plan my Gearing up debris from sodden ground, ensur- supplying us with fantastic facilities and organising a programmes around the courses that I want to attend. ing that still saturated areas are roped off and that faultless course. I would also like to thank Brin I can't understand why a few more people who, like course furniture is retrieved and repaired can be a Bendon and his co-helper for once again delivering a myself, take their careers very seriously and want to thankless task. Particularly if conducted under good and informative four days of knowledge which progress, don't do the same. Greenkeeping is a very leaden skies, in the certain knowledge that with was clear and understandable. I would like to con- specific art and requires a high standard of training, water tables at record levels the whole rigmarole gratulate Brin for his efforts in trying to understand You guys at BIGGA deliver this standard. will have to be repeated, and not just once. our trade. Taking into account that Brin has no expe- I can strongly recommend that any person attend- Groundhog Day comes to greenkeeping. rience in golf course management he always relayed ing these courses, do get value for money and gain The golf course at Aldwark Manor, home of his knowledge across to us in a language in which we some sort of knowledge from precise and direct sub- BIGGA HOUSE, is divided by the River Ure - a could relate to and which was received well by the jects. There is nothing scary or off putting because tributary of the River Ouse. Normally this flows group. This ability enabled the courses to roll along they have been put together especially for our trade, quietly on, gobbling up the odd ball misdirected freely without anyone being left in the dark. in a language that everyone can relate to. from the 14th tee, but as I write it has totally over- On my arrival at BIGGA HOUSE, I was surprised Ken, I hope you and your team are able to gain the whelmed the entire area to the extent that most to hear that out of all the courses that had been organ- interest and support you need to continue to produce of the course is under feet of fast flowing water - ised, only the four days that I was attending would this high standard of education and the friendly envi- the same thing happened in June would you be run, even then, there were only six people attend- ronment to which it is delivered. I will see you next believe - and remember we're just at the beginning ing. I have now attended a four day course, once a year. of the winter. It provides a perfect example of the year for the last three years and I am amazed at the frequency with which this is likely to occur in the lack of support shown considering these courses have Anthony Kyle, short, medium and long term and the problems been set by information gained from Greenkeepers Head Greenkeeper, Datchet GC which Richard Gamble and his team now face. Looking at the pictures on page 5 you will see that the 14th fairway at Aldwark Manor looks far Sandy McDivot's right to reply more inviting to Steven Redgrave than Lee Westwood. Just a short reply to the letter from A J Mannion placed upon them. Often, it is better to look at prob- Perhaps it will not just be the Coxless Four's mag- in the November edition. Three things basically lems from a different angle and my ideas maybe nificent achievement in Sydney that is a major Firsdy lighten up. unorthodox but, who knows, they may just work shot in the arm to the sport Secondly, you may not like it but in the real world Thirdly, can I point out another basic fact to you? of rowing. networking or "arse licking" as you so cynically and If you do not agree with what I have written, then unimaginatively put it, is considered a highly recog- ignore it. That is the marvellous thing about advice, nised and essential skill. Big business, politics and you don't always have to follow it. toi !lis©€a!liif8 industry are littered with people who are specialists On a different note, can I say how delightful it was Editor at gaining friends and support and as a result become to see John Nudds writing in. John, who does not highly sought after as individuals who have the rep- know my true identity, used to maintain Gerrards utation of being able to get things done. Cross in that traditional manner that produces greens If you remain adamant that you know best, then that I so admired in my October article. He may I strongly suggest reading Dale Carnegie's classic have got a little bit of stick from some of the less dis- book, "How to win friends and influence people" cerning of his members as a result, but owing to his Although written some 80 odd years ago it is per- natural charm and friendliness would have come haps more relevant today than it has ever been. The away with the respect that he deserved. No surprise title itself sums it up. If you want to influence some- that he became recognised as not only a superb green- one, then the best way is first of all become their keeper but also as a first class long serving Captain friend. of the Berks, Bucks and Oxon county golf team. Well I was not trying to encourage BIGGA members to done John, keep reading the magazine. adopt the principles that have helped me so much, just trying to give people some ideas about how they Sandy McDivot, alias, who knows? may be able to relieve the pressure that is sometimes Head Greenkeeper, Sludgecombe Pay and Play The sad loss of a greenkeeper's friend Grass breeders accelerate pace Immediate Past Chairman, Gordon Child, reflects on the debt of innovation greenkeeping owes Fred Hawtree, who died recently. New gene mapping technology is helping plant breeders accelerate tra- The 22nd of September 2000 saw the ditional 'back crossing' techniques passing of one of the best-known men and remove much of the trial and in golf. It was the day Fred Hawtree error involved in conventional turf- died. Fred, like his father before him, grass breeding methods. was a great ambassador of golf, as an That was the message delivered to architect. They were looked upon as the turf care professionals from all sectors best in the business, a mantle that now of the amenity industry at a recent passes to son Martin. Fred receives his honorary membership flanked by Gordon Child; wife, turfgrass breeding open day organ- It is their input and support of green- Mary; Marion Child and son, Martin ised by British Seed Houses at the keeping, which I want to talk about. Institute of Grassland and Fred's father was known as FG, and was lems, and in a way, many would do well his wonderful collection of golf arte- Environmental Research (IGER). the founder of the BGGAbackin 1912, to copy today Fred never missed an facts. They show his lifelong love affair "Thanks to the latest gene marker and along with Beatrice, his wife, admin- opportunity to promote greenkeeping, with the game, indeed a love affair in technology, we can now identify istered the Association affairs from their giving us a mention in many of his books which he was so generous, that it makes desirable turfgrass characteristics offices in Woodstock. He later became and papers produced over the years. He us realise just how little we contribute. more quickly and precisely. This the second President, following his great travelled all over the UK giving tall« to My final thoughts of Fred are of when means the pace of innovation in the friend Lord Riddell, who as Chairman sections or BGGA, and later BIGGA, Marion and I travelled to Woodstock turfgrass industry is set to accelerate of the News of the World presented the never charging a penny for expenses. on the 28th June last year, when I as of the next few years," said IGER turf- trophy that we still play for today It was an honour to be counted as one your Chairman, presented him with his grass breeder Dr Danny Thorogood. Fred junior, or FW followed his father of his many friends, and Marion and I Honorary Life Membership of BIGGA. The IGER turfgrass breeding pro- in his support of greenkeeping. He edit- knew him as Uncle Fred. I will always Fred was absolutely delighted. gramme - funded by British Seed ed the BGGA magazines for many years recall that it was Fred and Mary, his Fred is a great loss to us all and he Houses since 1987 - has already pro- and wrote regular columns, as well as dear wife, who were having dinner with will be sadly missed. We should be very duced two perennial rye grasses and being our President. I always think us when I got a call to say that the three grateful for everything he represented. thanks to new technology, more new Fred's feeling for greenkeepers showed Associations had at last agreed to come The loss will be even greater for Mary rye grass, fescue and bent cultivars in everything he did, the way he together to form BIGGA. The approval and the family, but at least he was will start to emerge shortly. designed his courses, always took in on Fred's face said it all. He loved to spared until after their Diamond "Both AberElf and Aberlmp are rat- greenkeeping and maintenance prob- talk about golf and greenkeeping, and Wedding. ed in a league of their own by the STRI in terms of tolerance to close mowing," Danny Thorogood said. Flooding causes havoc at Aldwark Manor 'Aberlmp in particular can tolerate being mown to 8mm or less and still maintains complete green cover with unparalleled shoot density. "These attributes make the varieties good choices for cricket pitches and other closely-mown turf areas. In fact, Aberlmp is the ideal choice because it has 10% higher summer shoot density under 8mm mowing than any other commercially available rye grass variety," Dr Thorogood pointed out. Visitors also heard that IGER sci- entists are now looking at other development issues. For example, turf professionals are demanding low maintenance, sustainable grasses that look good under a variety of environmental conditions. Consequently, the IGER programme is now combining recognised sportsgrass requirements such as wear The scale of the recent flooding can be illustrated by the affect it had on Aldwark Manor Golf Club, home of tolerance, fineness of leaf and shoot BIGGA HOUSE. The joint 4th and 14th fairways looked like a potential venue for the World Angling density with aesthetic traits such as Championships while the depth can be seen by how little of the 4th pin is visible. If you have any similar colour retention; be this over winter, photographs of the extent of the flooding on your course, or the damage which was left after it went down during drought or under low nitrogen please feel free to send them to the magazine to share with your fellow greenkeepers. fertiliser regimes.

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£OiC)<\ applications /\lbVìùOcjh We. hk^ fo _ bo^cyooi Isnl bo k^p water off See -yOVj 5"KoWiri3 The IOG is inviting applications for ^^Oib iqh ive. ... _ 1. ..r^ grants following the creation of a fund to help education and research within the industry, with particular emphasis on turf management. Applications, within GB&I, can be made by individuals or organisations and money made to fund special projects providing the benefit to the industry can be demonstrated. Applicants should obtain an application form from IOG Head Office at /él \ i Milton Keynes Tel: 01908 312511. New appointments Northern Ireland Conference success at Rolawn The Inaugural Northern Ireland Paul Dawson has been appointed Education Conference proved to be Operations Director of Rolawn, having a major success. Following the com- working for the past year as Corporate ing together at the end of 1999 of Development Manager, Prior to that he our two Northern Ireland Sections to spent the previous five years with the form one strong Section for the new Shropshire Group. millennium, this Conference was He now turns his attention to devel- very much a yardstick for measuring oping and expanding Rolawn's 3000 acres the progress of BIGGA in Northern of turf production. He will use his skills Ireland. and experience to further the expansion The occasion was a sell-out at and development of Rolawn's business. Greenmount College in Antrim and I Already the main instigator of the new was pleased that we were able to pro- bulk products recently added to the vide a platform of speakers which has Rolawn product range (Topsoil and Soil probably been unsurpassed in Conditioner) Paul will now focus the over- BIGGA's conference history. The all level of service provided by Rolawn to speakers provided a broad spectrum its customers and the operational effi- of expertise and interest across the ciency of the business. greenkeeping profession. Each session Andrew Langford, 32, has joined the was stimulating and often controver- company as Marketing Manager. sial providing for excellent questions previous day. Fortunately our intre- breathe freely once more! Andrew, who will be based at the com- and subsequent debate. The speakers pid travellers stood their ground and In Northern Ireland our thanks are pany's Head Office, Elvington near "fork, gave freely of their time despite heavy cancellations enabled them to board particularly due to Graham Wylie joins the company from Express Dairies professional commitments and our a flight. Had they failed, a decimat- and Frank Ainsworth for their input Pic where he was Marketing Manager for appreciation is due to David Garland, ed programme would hardly have to the Conference and provision of three years, responsible for supporting Chris Kennedy, David Mclndoe, John been ideal for our Northern Ireland excellent facilities, to Greenmount household doorstep deliveries, national Quinn MG, Frank Ainsworth, Jim Section in terms of adverse reaction College for hosting the event and not accounts and development of a foodser- Arthur, Gordon Child and Peter Jones and publicity gained. least to the sponsors Evergreen vice business. for ensuring a conference which del- These problems can so easily arise Lawns, Golfing Union of Ireland, egates will look back upon as a and it does no harm to be reminded Graham Prosser - Tacit, Hortasoils New premises are memorable experience. now and again of how vital the check- Ltd, John Lindsay Professional Sports Not everything goes according to ing procedures are to the successful Turf, Laird Grass Machinery, Lely just the Tonick plan at such conferences. Triumph outcome of an event. BTME draws Ireland Ltd and Turf Care Irrigation Tonick Watering, established in and disaster can go hand in hand. On near the organisation of which is both Ltd. I am reliably informed that plans Worthing in 1995 is moving to spa- this occasion two of our illustrious complex and demanding. No doubt are underway to make this a bienni- cious new factory and offices in speakers were flying into Belfast on there will be problems along the way al event. If so, I strongly recommend South Wales. Having outgrown the the morning of the Conference only but if the week runs smoothly then early booking of places next time existing 1200 square feet premises, to arrive at the local airport and find the planning and organisation will around. the company is moving to a 4000 that their tickets were dated for the have achieved its ends and staff will Neil Thomas square feet factory on a 17 acre site. Can you help? Hayter founder Avoncrop play host to distributors Waterbridge Golf Course, near passes away Avoncrop hosted the 6th annual This millennium meeting proved Crediton, in Devon, is currently looking European Golf Distributors Conference very successful and areas of discussion for spare parts for a SISIS Hydromain Douglas Hayter, founder of the in Bristol over four days at the end of included the dynamic market trends 17 and 20 models. If you have a machine renowned lawnmower manufactur- October. that are occurring across Europe. New surplus to your requirements please con- ing company which bears his name, Members gathered from all over products and technologies were also tact Martin PetherickTel: 01363 85711 has died at his home in Old Harlow Europe including delegates from discussed, presentations from mem- [email protected] at the age of 86. Holland, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, bers on new developments proved very After the Second World War, dur- Scotland, Spain and Sweden. interesting, each of the group may well New online venture ing which he had been a member of The group consists of distributor have potential new products to take for Sovereign Turf the Home Guard he directed his principals who all service the turf and back to their own markets. energies into timber built, temporary amenity markets within their respec- Commitment to continue this useful Sovereign Turf has launched its new homes and agricultural machinery, tive countries. The objectives of the exchange of ideas and market trends website www.sovereignturf.com - which both of which were treated at the time group are to exchange information and was made and next year's conference includes webpages in English, French, as priority occupations. Almost by ideas. is to be hosted by Portugal. German and Spanish. chance, to clear the unwanted growth "These pages should be of particular between his timber drying sheds, he interest to European golf greenkeepers developed the product that was to be and Course Managers," said Steve his lasting monument - the rotary Williams, Sales Manager at Sovereign, lawnmower. because they have an overview of the Among his proudest personal turf operation in their own language. achievements was the granting of a Turf currently available is listed and Royal Warrant in his name for the the quality section posts up the turf dec- supply of agricultural machinery to laration. This shows the results of the HM the Queen. TGA quality assessment for the fields He retired from business when he being harvested. sold his company in 1985 to FH Tomkins pic. It is a fitting legacy to Sad passing of the foundations he laid that the company continues to prosper, offering Mike Upton employment to over 200 people locally and having a sphere of influ- Mike Upton, who recently joined ence in many parts of the world. It is Green Pride to cover the East ironic that, only three weeks before Midlands, has died after a short illness. his death, the company was sold into "Ever cheerful and conscientious he foreign ownership. Elliott Small presents Max Hedingham, Ashton & LGA GC, Preston, will be greatly missed by customers He is survived by his wife, Susan with the Whitelaw Bowl at the Whitelaw Cup played at Penrith and colleagues alike. Our sincere con- and by his daughter from his first recently. Watching on is Course Care, Managing Director, John Wood, dolences go out to his family," said marriage, Janet. the competition sponsor. Duncan Bell, of Green Pride. Aventis Environmental Science Aventi s

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• TEN GOOD MEN AND TRUE "Season of mists and mellow fruit- addition to myself, two Regional consider that they have gained from The Delegation fulness" wrote John Keats of Autumn Board nominees and either Stephen the experience. many years ago. My October odyssey Bernhard or Sam McLean as the com- So to Canada and we look forward Midland Region around our Regions to help select our pany representative. This ensured a to strengthening our ties with the Antony Bindley Delegation to Canada would suggest broad cross-section among the panels CGSA. They have had a strong pres- Ray Clark that times have changed! In a recent and enabled us to judge candidates ence at BTME in recent years and all conversation with Chris Kennedy he from both regional and national per- the indications are that they will be Northern Region informed me that Wentworth had spectives together with a business well represented again at BTME Anthony Davies MG just experienced its 37th consecutive viewpoint through Stephen and Sam. 2001. This lends credence to our exhi- Jimmy Richardson day of rain to a greater or lesser degree. In the course or 26 interviews many bition as truly international and Where now the autumns of long ago! valid points were made in relation to demonstrates the commonalty of Scottish Region What a rewarding experience the the Association and from a personal greenkeeping worldwide with many Andrew Forrest interviews around the Regions proved angle it was a valuable learning expe- shared aspirations and problems. Archie Dunn to be while Bernhard & Co are to be rience. The project is something new BIGGA is far and away the second for BIGGA and to be widely wel- largest greenkeeping Association in S West & S Wales Region applauded for this initiative in enabling ten of our members to par- comed in the opportunity it has the world and we have a key role to Peter Lacey ticipate in a Delegation which will be provided for members at "grass-roots" play in promoting the profession in a Richard Whyman not only beneficial for their personal level to benefit themselves personally global context, particularly assisting South East Region development but will help cement as well as their Association and pro- the smaller Associations worldwide, fession. and especially in Europe, to develop Tom Smith relationships with an Association who seek close ties with BIGGA. Clearly Of course, when selection was and progress. We have much in com- Raymond Day there will be expectations from the involved there were always going to mon with the CGSA and our perspectives of both BIGGA and be those who would not make the relationship with them has growing Bernhard & Co and as one candidate Delegation. Sixteen members were importance in terms of influencing so succinctly put it "this will be no runners-up and their initial reaction positive developments for the profes- jolly". Far from it. Already the suc- will surely and very naturally have sion worldwide. These are cessful ten have been advised to begin been disappointment. They will be considerations which our Delegation preparatory work in relation to assisted with their trip to BTME 2001 to the CGSA event in Vancouver will researching the visit and it is hoped in recognition of being nominated for come to understand and appreciate. that they will renew or make contacts panel interview as worthy representa- Bernhard's initiative may well prove in Canada. There will be a full brief- tives of both Section and Region. to be the forerunner not only for clos- ing for the Delegation and we will be Standards set at interview were invari- er international co-operation, but also working to ensure that it has a high ably high and reflected well on the in terms of the future greater impact profile, while on their return we will professionalism which so many of our of greenkeeping within the world of be looking for the ten to pass on their members now demonstrate in their golf in its widest sense. experiences to fellow members in a working lives, their Association activ- number of practical ways. ities and to their profession in general. Neil Thomas Each interview panel comprised, in I do hope that those disappointed will Executive Director, BIGGA A message from our sponsors

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v It should be said from the onset that pers so it is therefore just a question of Other possibilities this feature is written with tongue in making sure the resultant material is Regrinds cheek. It is fully realised that readers left so it can later be easily transport- Apparently there are some clubs have plenty on their plates in main- ed to the required site. already offering the service of regrind- taining courses to the standards that One point worth mentioning is that ing members lawnmowers. Modern players, management and committees when using chippings, it is a good idea in-situ grinding equipment makes this now demand. TTiere are odd occasions, to contain them in the area by putting operation very quick and where a club however, when an opportunity arises down some edging. This can be sim- has this installed it looks a relatively that can save money, generate extra ply made from suitable branches good idea. However there could be a cash and at the same time eliminate a pegged down to form the path's bor- major drawback and that is the fick- problem. ders. If large amounts of chipping have leness of the mower owner! It is Many courses are built in old park- been generated they could be offered possible that a great deal of time could lands or include large areas of to members for use in their gardens. be taken up dealing with what woodland and these require some form This also applies to leaf mould. Every amounts to be something very petty. of management. Sometimes these sites year large piles of leaves accumulate Also there has to be a infrastructure are the responsibility of an estate man- and gradually rot down, and the result introduced to recover payments. ager but they can come under the is an ideal soil conditioner and mulch Unless the workshop personnel have juristriction of a course manger. While to suppress weeds in the shrubberies a great deal of patience, tact, diplo- outside sources may be brought in to and flowerbed s that may surround the macy and time this service could carry out the tree work the residues clubhouse or hotel complex. Again, create problems. from these operations can often be put members may be induced to buy quan- to good use. Wood chippings are ide- tities of this valuable natural product Knowledge al For pathways, especially in areas, for their own gardens. Greenkeepers have a wealth of which become water logged and mud- If large branches and tree trunks are knowledge and experience on turf died with all the through traffic. available they could be sawn into logs maintenance so why not put this to At this stage it should be pointed out for use in the clubs or hotels where a good use by imparting it to others (for it is not being suggested that one fire is part of the heating system. a fee). Anyone who is prepared to give should buy the equipment to carry out Likewise they too can be offered for sale. up their time by talking or lecturing the operation, since hiring is usually For a logging operation there is a to other parties could generate extra the more cost effective option. Most mobile unit available from Charterhouse income. It is never going to be a for- tree specialists will have their own chip- Richmond the Lumbermate. This tune but it can be very satisfying and portable sawmill is a one-man operation enjoyable, especially if you like meet- with the saw bed at ground level so loading people. ing timber is safe and easy The standard Ways of using your knowledge bench handles logs up to 13" and 28" include: in diameter. As the saw head is manu- ally fed the rate of cutting can be adjusted Relate it to lawns and talk to gardening to suit the timber. clubs in your locality. Another possibility is having wood- There are plenty of amateurs who look land areas coppiced. This could after bowling greens that are desperate for generate some return as timber from information on how to get the best out of these is used in charcoal production their patch. The same applies to football and hurdle making. It also has anoth- and cricket clubs. Looking after pitches often falls to a part timer with limited er advantage in that by removing the experience. tree canopy, light reaches the woodland floor and a wide variety of plants and flowers will become established. On On the downside, you could find the downside, this generates a poor that all your spare time in the winter return and the rotational cycle of cop- is taken up addressing these audi- picing, depending on the species of ences. trees, can be up to 15 years. As said at the beginning there are Where new areas of trees are being opportunities if one chooses to look planned Christmas trees could be a for them, but it is very much a per- consideration. Again, any returns are sonal choice and careful thought going to be long term, but by intro- needs to be taken before embarking ducing a planting cycle, a harvest could on any ventures outside ones normal be established ever year. field of operation. "My customers rely on me,

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Membership renewal time? Scottish Region South East Region Jeffrey Lamb, Joel Robinson, Many of you will be due to renew congratulations! However, your BIG- Garry Anderson, West Paul James Andrews, Kent Alan William Simpson, your membership at the end of this GA membership doesn't have to Graeme L Bryce, Central Louis Alan Ayres, Surrey Alastair Andrew Smyth, month or January 2001. Don't for- retire with you, why not apply for Richard W Cutler, North John Paul Bell, Sussex John Ward, get if you pay for your own retired membership of BIGGA and Keith Robert Hedley, Ayrshire Adrian Bryant, Surrey Fintan Peter Ward, Ian William Cardy, Surrey subscriptions, you can take advan- keep in touch with your friends and Steven Peter Hemsley, Central Graham MacKie, North John Graeme Clarke, London International Members Luke Denton, Sussex tage of paying by direct debit and the industry? Contact Tracey in Stuart Manattini, Central Steffan Elliott, Kent Stewart Macintosh, Germany spreading the cost over 10 equal Membership Services for further James Muir McGowan, West Darren Elliott, kent David Mallinder, Germany Brian David Needs, Central monthly payments. 25% of members details. Ian Faulkner, Kent Frank Schafer, Germany are already talcing advantage of this Once you have returned your com- John Roxburgh, Ayrshire Lee Felton, Kent Roy Douglas Machray, Spain service, why don't you? pleted renewal form, together with Dominic Foster, Surrey Jaview Nunez, Spain Northern Region Andrew Stuart Fumess, London If you are retiring from greenkeep- payment, we will send you a new 2001 Philip William Gill, Surrey Associate Members ing at the end of this month, Membership Renewal Pack, containing Bryan William Berry, N West Andrew Greedy, Surrey your membership card and useful infor- Andrew Halifax, Sheffield Paul Greenfield, Sussex Kate Entwhistle, Northern mation including telephone numbers Andrew Graham Hullah, Northern Alan Edward Jiggins, Essex Tom Henry, Northern regarding the many benefits and services Stephen Kenyon, N West Paul Olaf Larsen, Kent David Burton Smith, E Midland Gary Ian McKie, N West Sarah Mardon, Kent Clive Dryden, Surrey available to you as a valued member of Scott Lee Ratchford, N West Darren Pettengell, Sussex Gene Bates, USA BIGGA. Read it and keep it for future Richard Henry Phillips, Essex Kelvin Sales, Kent Student Members reference - one day you may be glad you Midland Region Robert Cameron Welford, Sussex did! James Peter Wells, Surrey Glenn Cameron, East If you have any queries or any gen- Paul Bramley, E Midland Graham Grant, North eral enquiries regarding membership Dale Ian Coates, Midland S West & S Wales Region Richard Cowpe, N West Mark Terranee Coppage, Midland Tony Owen, N Wales services or benefits, please contact Brian Fox, BB&O William Martin Clarke, Dev/C'wall Ben Corby, E England Tracey on 01347 833800. Michael Ginger, BB&0 Simon Peter Clarke, Dev/C'wall Timothy Parker, Mid Anglia Russell Mark Heathcote, E Midland Thomas Lewis Gleason, S West James Peter Lowe, Surrey Peter John Holden, E Midland Christopher John Gowen, S West Gavin Yeoman, Surrey Andrew Holloway, Midland Colin Green, S West Daniel Robbins, S West November's Monthly Membership Draw Winner Stephen William Hutchinson, BB&0 Martin Haydn Howell, S West Mark Farragher, Rep Ireland Norman John Knox, BB&0 Gary L Vile, S West Richard Woods, S West Just introduce one or more new greenkeeping members to BIGGA Richard Alan McCrohan, BB&0 Graeme Reeves, BB&0 Check out January's and your name will be placed into a draw to win a fantastic Northern Ireland Richard Shropshire, Midland edition next year BIGGA sportswatch. Our congratulations go to November's Russell Philip Swanwick, Midland Lee Michael Edwards, for November's winner, Andrew Holdsworth of Sturminster Marshall GC. Ben Ronald Swift, BB&0 Paul Johnston, new members! Trevor John Ward, Midland Michael Edward Kennedy,

BIGGA's Education and Training Manager, Ken Richardson reports on the latest education and training developments

I hope that by now, all of you have TORO Competitions Regional Training Courses On Course applied for your Individual Learning The Finals of the TORO Excellence There are still plenty of places avail- Remember to visit the OnCourse Accounts. If the number applying in Greenkeeping and Student of the able on a number of courses being stand at BTME if you want to obtain matches the entries for this year's Year Competitions were held at held in the New Year. These are: more information on this extremely essay competition then they will have BIGGA HOUSE at the end of useful software package. Designed to to take on extra staff. October. Full details are printed else- Essential Management Skills for assist greenkeepers to maintain where in this magazine but I would Greenkeepers records on staff, machinery the golf Moat House Hotel, Sheffield, The Learning Experience 5 and 6 March, Brin Bendon course, stock, budget and health and 2001 Cost for BIGGA Members £120.00 + VAT safety, the package is available from Applications for the Learning BIGGA priced at £800. Demo disks Interviews and Appraisals Experience 2001 are flooding in to East Cliffe Hotel Bournemouth, are available from BIGGA HOUSE. BIGGA HOUSE and places on the 21 and 22 March, Frank Newberry Workshops are filling fast. The dead- Wokefield Park, Reading, line for applications for the Learning 12 an 13 March, Frank Newberry Experience 2001, sponsored by Burrendale Hotel, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, Brin Bendon Textron Turf Care and Specialty like to congratulate all finalist, espe- Cost for BIGGA Members £120.00 + VAT Products, is January10, 2001. Make cially Iain Ritchie, the Excellence Making Budgets Count OnCourse sure of your place by sending in your Award winner and Jonathan Clelland Quality Hotel, Walsall, entry NOW Extra copies of the the Student of the Year. The weath- 12 and 13 February, Brin Bendon Learning Experience brochure and East Cliffe Hotel Bournemouth, application form are available from 15 and 16 February, Frank Newberry BIGGA HQ. Cost for BIGGA Members £120.00 + VAT Visit the Royal Hall on Thursday Health and Safety Update 25 January and receive even better Old Fold Manor Golf Club, Barnet, value than previously advertised in 6 February,Tony Rees the Learning Experience brochure. er almost caused problems and three Cost for BIGGA Members £50 + VAT Appearing at 11am until 11.30 will finalists had to be evacuated from Negotiation Skills be Chris Byrd, from Milliken South Lodge. It was a difficult job BIGGA HOUSE, 28 February, Brin Bendon Chemicals, speaking on Drainage to separate the finalists and select the Cost for BIGGA Members £50.00 + VAT Improvements with Soil Structure winners in both competitions as the Manual Handling and Risk Management. Simon Barnaby, from Standard was as high as ever. Thanks Assessments Scotts UK Professional, will follow at to the continued sponsorship by Old Fold Manor Golf Club, 7 February, Tony Rees 11.30 with a session on the USGA TORO these competitions go from Cost for BIGGA Members £50.00 + VAT Specification. strength to strength.

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From leading to cutting edge What the dealer is doing into how some of Scotland's top golf What's in all of this for the If Scottish Grass Machinery is to This new way of doing business was courses such as Meldrum House Golf customer? reach its target, to double turnover to locked off recently with our Cutting Club, the Old Course at St Andrews Scottish Grass Machinery has had $20 million by 2005, we must con- Edge conference. This brought togeth- and the courses at Gleneagles are pro- to change constantly improve and tinue to listen to the specialist needs er golf experts from all over the world moted in Scotland and overseas. find new, better ways of doing things. of our customers and manufacturers. to map out the future of the golf By bringing the manufacturer, deal- We have driven the ground mainte- To achieve this high pace of growth, industry in Scotland. er and customer together in a forum nance industry forward in Scotland. we will once more revolutionise what Our panel of eight internationally for discussion, issues such as envi- Over the last few years we have con- the right dealer will offer its cus- renowned speakers gathered at the ronmental factors affecting the golf centrated on a much more tomers. SGM Group's Inverkeithing headquar- industry put us in touch with cus- professional, customer-focused way of We have developed a new way of ters in October to share information tomer needs. doing business. doing business. If we are to revolu- with more than 300 greenkeepers, Club A year ago Scottish Grass tionise the market it is important Secretaries, Ground Convenors and What the manufacturer Machinery recognised that our cus- that we bring together the manufac- Captains about a number of topics is doing tomers need a more flexible way of turer and customer to share affecting the future growth of the golf At the same event Harold Pinto, financing the cost of equipment, and information and at the same time lis- industry These included marketing, Textron's Managing Director- of maintaining and servicing machin- ten to other experts in the golf the environment, and the manufacture International, explained Textron's ery Backed by Bank of Scotland, industry. Our new approach is called and supply of ground maintenance new marketing strategy - the Jacobsen SGM Finance was born to allow cus- 'From the Leading Edge to the equipment. range for golf courses and the tomers to control their costs with a Cutting Edge'. Customers were given an insight Ransomes range for local authority contract with no hidden extras. and municipal markets. The new In one case we managed to save a Below: Eddie Adams (left), Head Greenkeeper at St Andrews Old Jacobsen Greensking VI golf green golf club which was in serious finan- Course, and Jimmy Kidd were at a recent Scottish Grass Machinery ride-on mower was also launched to cial difficulty from struggling on with two-day course, entitled Caring for Golf Courses. the Scottish market. old and broken machinery. We were We firmly believe in this new mar- able to supply them, after trade-ins, keting approach. We have created a with £100,000 worth of brand new stand alone golf division which mar- equipment at a monthly cost they kets the Jacobsen products to the golf could afford. And if our customers market, and a separate dedicated prefer, we can even build in payment team marketing the Ransomes range holidays during the winter when no to the local authority and municipal green fees are collected. market. SGM Finance gives our customers By being in step with Textron's UK new equipment with no capital out- strategy, we will further improve our lay. 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Above: Stuart Harley and Willie Reed test out two new SGM delivery QI1RK1 vans. The green livery denotes SGM grass machinery, while the blue refers to SGM industrial. awarded the prestigious BS EN 9002 part of our constant drive to improve 1994 industry quality standard. customer service. The machinery We then also recognised that the operates a carousel enabling quick service levels that we introduced and easy access to more than 15,000 through SGM Finance could be stored parts. applied to other related sectors - giv- This piece of equipment has dra- ing rise to SGM industrial. Our matically improved the spare parts business diversified and our product order processing and at the same time range extended to provide our exist- allows the company's 15 field service ing customers with a one-stop shop engineers to further enhance the first which as well as ground maintenance class after sales service they currently equipment includes precinct sweep- provide. ers, tractors, snow-clearing gritters, Time is of the essence in meeting woodchippers and shredders. customer demand. It now takes sec- To accommodate this structure, we onds to access a part using the became the SGM Group with three Industriever. This means we are able divisions, grass machinery, finance to provide an even more efficient and industrial. maintenance and support service to our customers. It has also reduced the Investing in the future floor space required for parts storage Since moving to Inverkeithing in by around 70%, which we now use as 1997 we have continued to invest in additional workshop space. our premises, technology and most Looking to the future, the creation importantly rigorous training for our of these new business innovations people. As well as regular in-house does not mean we have time to rest training, all of SGMs mechanics are on our laurels. If we are to become a given a minimum of two weeks off- £20 million business, it is essential site training at Textron's factory in that we continue to move our entire Ipswich. industry from the leading edge to the We have invested £30,000 in a cutting edge. giant-sized Kardex Industriever as

Below: Neil Henderson perfects the Old Course greens watched by SGM's Steven Mclnroy, while Eddie Adams tries out a piece of new machinery. loros - Identifying the best of the best

Have greenkeeping standards risen are very juicy carrots for the more The winner of the re-styled Toro Award because of the incentives of the Toro ambitious and motivated within the for Excellence in Greenkeeping was Award for Excellence in Greenkeeping profession and undoubtedly entice won by lain Ritchie, of Portmarnock and the Toro Student Greenkeeper of many into striving that little bit harder Golf Club, the Irish finalist... once he the Year competition or do the awards to win a Toro title. Doing so ensures got there, with Ronnie Bunting, of merely amplify the increasing that a CV stands out from the crowd Kilmacolm Golf Club and Scotland; standards that have been there all for an entire career. Terry Farkins, of Dartmouth Golf and along? The 2000 Toro Awards continued to Country Club and England, and Gary TORO. The reality is probably somewhere in produce more evidence of growing Johnstone, of Southerndown Golf Club between. Standards are rising within standards unveiling as they did two and Wales, all making it a difficult the industry with better education and fine Champions from two pools of decision for the judges, Walter Woods; an increasingly high quality of finalists any one of of whom would Graeme Dale, Managing Director of candidate being attracted to have worn his particular crown with Lely UK; Bruce Jamieson; Toro greenkeeping... but the Toro Awards genuine distinction. Agronomy Consultant and Neil Thomas.

16 Greenkeeper Internationa! December 2000 lain Ritchie was a little worried about entering the Toro Award for Excellence in Greenkeeping coming from such a high profile club. mmz But it all worked out well... M8 M jSG« ® Risk &_,

rewarIain Ritchie was a little apprehensive about enterindg the Tor o Award for Excellence in Greenkeeping. After all, as Course Manager at Poitmarnock Golf Club, near Dublin, one of the best known and most highly regarded golf courses in the world, he was putting himself up there to be shot at. But he needn't have worried. Golf Clubs of the stature of Portmarnock don't employ run-of-the- mill greenkeepers and the judges at the new style "Home International" final at BIGGA HOUSE recognised what was already apparent to the Portmarnock members and crowned Iain the winner of the 2000 Toro Award for Excellence in Greenkeeping. "Obviousl>l1y r I'1m from one of the top clubs in the country an

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"General Manager, John Quigley is the man who put me forward for the Toro award." It is perhaps a reflection in the quality ofggol( f courses iin the Irish Republic that a previouirevious atteattempn it tto win the Toro award didn't get past SectiSectio< n level but it did nxmm ensure that this year Iain was ready WWW) 'After that I stood back and took a fresh look at the entire operation and tight- ened up many working practices, and this tifne I got the staff more involved in the competition. They were fully aware of what was happening, when it would be happening and what the place would be like," said Iain, who would describe himself as employing the hands-on approach to the job. The golf club will greatly appreciate the Toro Workman 2100 which they receive as part of the prize while Iain is already Above: The Toro Award for Excellence in Greenkeeping finalists. Front row: Ronnie Bunting, Terry Farkins, looking forward to the trip to the GCSAA lain Ritchie and Gary Johnstone with the judging panel behind Show in Dallas. "I haven't been to the show for about seven years and ironically it was at Dallas the last time I was there." a member as well and it was difficult to while the course achieved much more daughters Lisa and Lynzie. He is also complimentary of his staff leave, particularly as in '90 we had an publicity when it hosted the 1991 Walker Portmarnock has also received a cou- of 12, whom he describes as being very Open Qualifier for the St Andrews Cup. ple of visits from Tiger Woods, who has enthusiastic and loyal. They benefit from Championship and I would have loved In the run up to the match, then taken to honing his game for the Open Iain's success to the tune of £250 while to have stayed and prepared for that. I American amateur golden boy, Phil with a few days in Ireland tackling some Iain is sure that will be added to by the must admit I have very fond memories Mickelson, made a derogatory remark of the finer links courses. golf club. of Ladybank. about Irish women - so unimpressed with "He comes into the club afterwards "I've had very little turn-over in the last "However, there was a big carrot being their beauty he didn't want to go into and is always very open. It's nice when 10 years, mostly it's been retirals." dangled in the shape of Portmarnock and the rough to be too near them - which things like that happen on your golf Prior to moving to Ireland Iain had an Irish Open which was held 10 weeks caused such a diplomatic incident that course." been Head Greenkeeper at Ladybank, a after I got there," said Iain who adds that George Bush, "Dubya's" dad the then It seems a lot of nice things are hap- wonderful heathland course not far from his arrival at Portmarnock was the first US President, had to apologise. pening to Iain at the moment and they Cupar, Fife. time he had ever set foot on Irish soil." "The course went down well with are all much deserved. "I turned 40 last "I was at Ladybank for five years from That Irish Open went well with a high everyone though as it always does," said week and now this. It's been a very good '85. It was a super club to work for, I was profile winner in Jose Maria Olazabal Iain, who is married to Yvonne with two Millennium for me." When in Rome... Find a way to get back!

For such an important day as the Toro one of the horrendous storms which hit 2 across to Terminal 1 for the British told me that this way was closed because finals you would imagine that a finalist much Britain. Midland lounge. I was carrying my pre- of the weather so I had to go another would get an early night and be up, "I left our hotel at 6am to get the 8.30 sentation because I hadn't wanted to way by memory" ready and prepared well before the inter- flight to Heathrow where I was due to risk it going missing "I eventually arrived at the Hotel at view time. change for Leeds/Bradford. When I got "By this time it was already about 3pm 6.50pm and, after a quick shave, was Not Iain Ritchie. The tale of what hap- into the airport everything to and from and I had been due on the 12.45pm sitting being interviewed at 7.10pm, the pened on the day of the finals would London was delayed because of the flight to Leeds/Bradford. Fortunately scheduled time having been moved make a fine sequel to John Cleese's film storms. I then tried to buy a ticket to this flighthadn' t left and I thought final- back as far as was possible to accom- Clockwise. get to Amsterdam from where I could ly things were going my way., but then modate me. To celebrate his 40th birthday Iain then fly directly to Leeds/Bradford but it didn t take off until half past four. "The last thing I wanted to do was and wife, Yvonne, had booked to spend I couldn't because my luggage by this "Sitting waiting for this flight I was jump straight out of the car and be slap the long weekend in Rome only dis- time had been checked in. desperate and quite prepared to hire a bang in the middle of an interview sit- covering later that the Monday "With my interview at 3pm all I could car, and driver if necessary to drive me uation but the later it got in the day the coincided with the Toro finals. do was keep Joe Bedford, who was at to York. It meant so much to me to be more unfair it was on everyone else. I Let Iain take up the story BIGGA HOUSE, informed by mobile there. was thinking of Ronnie Bunting, who'd "There was nothing to do but for me what was happening. After what seemed "I had a car booked at Leeds/Bradford been on first at the beginning of the day to fly out early on Monday morning like days we eventually did get airborne and knew that Aldwark Bridge was and how long he was having to wait. and for Yvonne to come back at the but there were further delays as we cir- closed for redevelopment. I'd organised "I feel that I had a nervy start to the scheduled time later that night. cled Heathrow at least 15 times. When a route from my computer Route interview but after that they had to shut "However, the day coincided with day we did land I had to run from Terminal Master but Elliott (Small) came on and me up at the end." Jonathan Cleland explains to Scott MacCallum his love of greenkeeping and what winning the accolade of Toro TORO H Student Greenkeeper of the Year means to him... AWARD Following a dream

As a small boy Jonathan Cleland used Helensburgh that his march towards the decision which emphasises the dedicat- to watch Helensburgh Golf Qub's green- prestigious Toro award gained momen- ed approach he takes to his career. keeping staff at work from his home tum. He achieved his SVQ Level 3 "I was going to bring my girlfriend Below: A proud Jonathan overlooking the course. What he saw through Glasgow-based GOSTA train- down to Aldwark Manor for the final displays his well-earned trophies became the spark which ignited a pas- ing and impressed tutor Chris Bothwell but then Ronnie Bunting - who'd qual- sion for greenkeeping which carried him to such an extent that he was put for- ified for the Toro Excellence Final as Bottom: The 2000 Toro Student to the tide of Toro Student Greenkeeper ward for the competition and following Scottish winner - called me to ask if I of the Year finalists with their of the Year for the year 2000. a regional interview and a final inter- wanted to travelled down in the train judging panel. Jonathan is With single minded determination view at BIGGA HOUSE he was with him. I thought it would be a great flanked by Vince Harrison on the Jonathan, a keen, talented golfer and announced winner. chance to quiz him about the left and Michael Sawicki on the junior member of Helensburgh, told "I'm over the moon. Winning the Toro Association and greenkeeping so I decid- right everyone who took an interest in his Student of the Year Award for the year ed to leave my girlfriend behind." future both within and outside school 2000 gives me a lot of satisfaction and It paid off and Jonathan is apprecia- that he wanted to become a greenkeep- a great deal of pride," said 25-year-old tive of the information Ronnie was able er and set out to make Jonathan, as we spoke the morning after to pass on during that train journey from that ambition a reality some considerable celebrations in Glasgow to York. He began working at Aldwark Manor Hotel. "It is actually now, through talking to the club in the summer Asked if there was any stage at which Ronnie, winning this award, and hav- holidays from when he he felt he had the qualities which set ing gone through the stages, that I can was 13 and jumped at him apart from the rest he answered sit back and appreciate what BIGGA the chance of an appren- with honesty and in a manner devoid can actually do for an individual and for ticeship when it was of cockiness. the profession as a whole. I'm definite- offered to him by the "I am very confident and I take a lot ly going to get more involved with the then Course Manager, of pride in detail in the work that I do Association,' said Jonathan, who says John Grainger. He on the course. I'm quite a perfection- that Ronnie Miles and Alan Glachan, gained his National ist...although that can be a weakness," Head Groundsman at Cameron House Certificate at Elmwood acknowledged Jonathan, who is proud Hotel, are the two people who have College, and, with no full of the fact that he prepared Helensburgh helped him most with his career. time vacancy available at for the highlight of its calendar, the Having enjoyed a trip to Australia ear- Helensburgh, took a Helensburgh Golf Week, earlier this lier in the year - one on which his post at nearby Cameron year when a late change of date meant girlfriend did accompany him - he is House Hotel on the Ronnie was on holiday looking forward to heading stateside too banks of Loch Lomond. While Helensburgh Golf Club means and making the most of firsTor o prize. There he quickly rose to a great deal to him - he has a long held "The six week study course will become Golf Course dream to be the Course Manager of his increase my knowledge and give me a Supervisor before being home course - he also feels much of what greater understanding of how things lured back to he learnt while at Cameron House work over in the States while meeting Helensburgh, by current Hotel has, and will continue, to stand new people and students of different Course Manager, him in good stead. nationalities will be an experience in Ronnie Miles, with the "Initially I was involved in all aspects itself in multicultural terms. What with post of Head of work on the leisure complex includ- the trips to Dallas for the GCSAA Greenkeeper. ing landscaping and this has given me Conference and show and the trip to It was on his return to skills and experience which is useful to California I'll get a lot out of if. Toro me on a golf course as support of this competition is wonder- well." ful and like the winners before me I'm Despite ultimately sure I'll benefit gready from it." being in charge of the Back home he will continue his edu- Cameron House golf cation and is currentiy looking at his course he was delighted options. when Ronnie offered him "The SVQ 3 was very useful to me in the chance to return to the position I hold as it included bud- Helensburgh. geting, forecasting and management "It was the fact of going skills and as I work closely with Ronnie back to my home course and I'm encouraged to give my opin- and returning to an 18- ions on a range of things the NVQgave hole club and something me the confidence to do that. I'll be which was first and fore- looking at perhaps a national diploma most a golf course and not and when and if I have my own course an add-on facility for res- SVQ Level 4." idents, as was the course You can be sure that whatever at Cameron House." 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The Greenkeepers Training Committee from National/Scottish Vocational the GTC. The quality of the delivery of ¿^pn (GTC) is continually striving to raise the Qualifications (N/SVQ's) to the more these awards by the network of GTC standards of Golf Course Maintenance academic Higher National Certificate Approved Training Providers is also and Management and they are totally (HNC)/National Diploma (ND)/Higher constantly monitored by the GTC. committed to ensuring that the range of National Diploma (HND) in Golf Course For up to date independent advice on qualifications are relevant to the Management and the Degree in qualifications, education and training Sportsturf sector and used by Employers Sportsturf Science. courses contact the GTC on:- for recruitment and by trainees for The qualifications are continually under Tel: 01347 838640 their own personal development. review by the National Training Email: [email protected] The Government endorsed awards range Organisation (NTO) in association with Website: www.the-gtc.co.uk

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; WJw ¡B M •Ito' ^ • ^»m. ThGREENKEEPEe Greenkeepers Training Committee (GTC) are continually reviewing the approved status of colleges offering causeRd the college s tTRAININo re-think their training policies and the GTC will be issuing guidelines for thGe golf greenkeeper training courses. This guide shows colleges offering courses to craft, supervisory and management greenkeeping industry as to which colleges employers and their staff should be supporting. Anyone with a levels, but it must be stated that until the GTC review is completed only the green coded colleges are approved query regarding greenkeeper training should contact the Greenkeeper Training Committee at Aldwark Manor, to train greenkeepers beyond craft level. The introduction of vocational qualifications into industries, has Aldwark, Alne, York Y061 1UF, Tel: 01347 838640 or visit their website at http://www.the_gtc.co.uk

ELMWOOD COLLEGE, Cupar, Fife. KY15 4JB Contact Huw Parry Tel 01334 658842 Fax 01334 658888 or Email [email protected] . warn. Full time National Certificate, Block Release following SVQ Level II and GTC training manual. SVQ level III Block Release and Outreach available with SVQ level IV coming soon. HNC/HND Golf Course Management available as full time, block release and distance learning. Professional development awards for football and elmwood cricket available by both Block Release and Outreach. FEPA and COSHH, chainsaws, tree climbing and rescue techniques and Health and safety short courses I COLLEGE also available. Û GOSTA TRAINING LTD; Unit 5E Clydeway Centre, 45 Finnieston Street, Glasgow, G3 8JU, Contact Chris Bothwell, Tel: 0141 248 2772 Fax: 0141 248 2453 Email: [email protected] SVQ 1, 2, 3 and 4 also Modern Apprenticeship in all options of Amenity Horticulture including Sports Turf and z GTC. Manual. Attendance day/block release from November to March. Short courses include Pesticides, Chainsaw, First Aid, Abrasive Wheels, Manual Handling < and Assessor training. Consultancy covering Noise Assessment, Site Risk Audits, Machinery Permit to Use, COSHH, Health and Safety Policy. J m LANGSIDE COLLEGE, Rutherglen Campus, Buchanan Drive, Rutherglen, G73 3PF. Contact Colin S Urquhart, Tel: 0141 647 6300. LANGSIDE Email: [email protected]. SVQ, SGA, HNC, HND. Full time and part-time courses in Greenkeeping, Groundsmanship, Golf Course Management, o COLLEGE Horticulture, Land and Environment and Applied Ecology. Short courses for land-based industries including Risk Assessment and Pesticides. u li 'GLASGOW (A

OATRIDGE AGRICULTURE COLLEGE, Ecclesmachan, By Broxburn, West Lothian, near Edinburgh, EH52 6NH. Contact Steve Miller. Tel: 01506 854387 OATRIDGfc Fax: 01506 853373. HNC In Golf Course Management (Part-time): Full-time National Certificate in Greenkeeping and Sportsturf Management: SVQ Level II and AGRICULTURAL GTC Manual (Day and Block Release): SVQ Level III Sportsturf (Day and Block Release) SVQ Level III in Ground Care Machinery, full range of Amenity POI I FTF Horticulture, Landscaping and other land based subjects at HNC, National Certificate and SVQ Levels; Short Course - FEPA, Chainsaw, Forklift, First Aid. i LULLLUL E-mail: [email protected]

ASKHAM BRYAN COLLEGE Askham Bryan, York Y023 3FR. Contact: Central Admissions Tel: 01904 772211. National Certificate in Horticulture, National Diploma in Horticulture (Turf Option), Higher National Diploma in Horticulture (Golf Management Option) all available full or part time. Block release courses: NVQ Level 2 Greenkeeping, NVQ Level 3 Greenkeeping and Sportsturf Maintenance, NVQ Level 4 Amenity Horticulture. Short courses: FEPA spraying, chainsaw and brushcutter courses.

EAST DURHAM AND HOUGHHALL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Houghall, Durham DH1 3SG. Contact Tony Milan. Tel: 0191 386 1351. Full-time courses: National Certificate in Horticulture/Greenkeeping and Groundsmanship - 1 year; National Diploma in Horticulture Turf Option - 2/3 years. Part time courses:-Greenkeeping and Sportsturf maintenance NVQ Level 2 - Day Release. NVQ Level 3 Greenkeeping and and Sportsturf Maintenance Day ¡e. Short courses: FEPA Modules, Chainsaw certification, Tree inspection, Horticultural Machinery, Safe Lifting and first aid. Y

MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE Bilsborrow, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 ORY Tel: 01995 642211/642222 Fax: 01995 642333 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.myerscough.ac.uk Full time courses; BSc (Hon's) Turfgrass Science, HND Turf Science and Golf Course Management: ND Turf Science: NC Groundsmanship and Greenkeeping: First Diploma; Turf Science: NVQ Level 2. Part-time courses NVQ Level 2 & 3 Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Maintenance MyerscougCollege h (Day/block release or Fast track work-based training qualification). HND Turf Science and Golf Course Management: HNC Turf Science: FEPA Short courses: 9 Industry Training Support Course: Myerscough Turfgrass Foundation holds an annual conference and regular education seminars.

REASEHEATH COLLEGE Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 6DF Tel: 01270 625131 Fax: 01270 625665 E-mail: [email protected]. website: www.reaseheath.ac.uk. Full time First Diploma Horticulture (Sportsturf Option) -1 year. National Diploma Horticulture (Sportsturf Option) - 2 years. BTEC Higher National Diploma Golf Course REASEHEATH Management - 3 years. Part time: HNC Golf Course Management with Open Learning option, NVQ Levels 1 -4 Greenkeeping with Fast Track options. IOG courses COLLEGE available. Short courses: FEPA Chemical Safety; Safe Lifting; Chainsaws, Off-Road Vehicle Driving; First Aid.

BROOKSBY MELTON COLLEGE, Brooksby, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE14 2LJ. Situated on the A607 between (j Brooksby Leicester and Melton Mowbray, contact Ann Hurt/Jo Lees. Telephone 01664 434291. \Melton College Programmes available include NVQ Level I, II, III & IV in Greenkeeping. Work based emphasis for all of these programmes. Short courses available in Arboriculture/Chainsaw work, FEDA certification, TDLB training.

BROOMFIEsLD COLLEGE Morley, Ilkeston, Derby DE7 6DN. Contact Admissions Officer. Tel: 01332 836600. NVQ Level I and Level II. Amenity Horticulture ^ (Greenkeepirtg) Block Release course. Two years duration presented in 12 one-week blocks following guidelines of GTC Training Manual. NVQ Level III gained by Broomfield College 9x3 day blocks or day release or APL service. Also available TDLB, Pesticides, Chainsaw and First Aid Training.

BERKSHIRE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, Hall Place, Burchetts Green, Maidenhead, Berks SL6 6QR. Tel: 01628 824444. Fax: 01628 824695. ^ Berkshire College Email: [email protected]. Website: www.berks-coll-ag.ac.uk. Full-time programmes - BTEC First & National Diploma. Part-time programmes - NVQ 2 & 3 Amenity Horticulture, Sports Turf (day and block release). ^ of Agriculture Short courses - Greenkeeping for golfers, NPTC Chainsaw Competence Certificates, Spray Operators Training Courses. < m BRINSBURY COLLEGE, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1DL. Tel: 01798 877400, Fax: 01798 875222, E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.brinsbury.ac.uk FULL-TIME: BTEC National Diploma Horticulture (Greenkeeping option), BTEC First Diploma New Entrant Horticulture \\ BRINSBURY (Greenkeeping option), City & Guilds National Certificate Horticulture (Greenkeeping & Sportsground option), PART-TIME: NVQ3 Sports Turf Maintenance X //COLLEGE (Day release or work based), NVQ2 Amenity Horticulture (Greenkeeping & Sports Turf options), plus varied short courses including Chainsaw, H € Brushcutter/Strimmer, PA1 /PA2A/PA6A/PA9 etc. 3 WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE, Royal Leamington Spa & Moreton Morrell, Moreton Morrell, Warwick, CV35 9BL. Contact: Brian Cook O Tel: 01926 318268. Email: [email protected] Greenkeeping Courses: HNC Sports Turf & Golf Course Management (Day Release 2 * Warwickshire year Programme); NVQ Level 2 & 3 Day Release and Workbased Option (we come to your); two year ND in Horticulture with Turf Option; IOG tfi BCOLLEG E Intermediate Diploma (evening class); Certificate in Turf Irrigation. Short Courses: Introduce your Committee to Turf Culture; Computing for the Greenkeeper; Various throughout the year - ring for details. FEPA; Chainsaw Certification; TDLB; First Aid also RHS General and Diploma. A GUIDE TO THE COLLEGES AND COURSES AVAILABLE

Please note that all the college details published in Currently GTC approved at Regional Currently GTC approved for training Currently GTC approved for training this guide were supplied by the colleges themselves. Training Centres, offering courses at Craft, Greenkeeper International takes no responsibility for courses up to Supervisory level courses up to Craft level only Supervisory and Management levels accuracy of information provided. Contact the college directly for prospectuses and comprehensive information.

HADLOW COLLEGE Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 OAL. Contact Tony Leach Tel: 01732 850551. NVQ Level II and Level III Part-time Day Release with two periods of Block Release or evenings. Level II in Groundsmanship evenings. NVQ Level III Golf Greenkeeping. BTEC First Diploma Sports Turf Management, National Diploma ift in Horticulture (Sports Turf option). National Certificate: Sports Turf Management, National Diploma: Sports Turf Management, National Diploma Sports Studies, Hadlow National Intermediate Diploma in Turf, Institute of Groundsmanship National Practical Certificate. Centres at Hadlow, Canterbury, Maidstone and Mottingham.

MERRISTWOOD COLLEGE, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey GU3 3PE. Contact D I Rhodes Tel: 01483 884003. Fax: 01483 884001. E-mail:info@merristwood.ac.uk. Website: www.merristwood.ac.uk Full time courses: National Certificate in Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Management, National Diploma in Greenkeeping & Sports Turf Management. Part time courses:, NVQ Amenity Horticulture Level 2 and 3 in the work place - we come to you. NVQ Amenity Merrist Wood Horticulture Sports Turf Maintenance Level 2, NVQ Amenity Horticulture Sports Turf Maintenance Level 3 (afternoon/evening release). HNC Turf Science (afternoon/evening release). Various short courses throughout the year. Please contact us for up-to-date listings and information.

NESCOT North East Surrey College of Technology, Reigate Road, Ewell, Epsom, Surrey KT17 3DS. Contact Dr S Shaw. Tel: 020 8394 3038 or email: [email protected] NVQ Levels I, II and III in Amenity Horticulture (Greenkeeping options) Training and assessment for the Greenkeepers Training Manual. Part time, Day Release. Duration: Two years to Level II. JMescot FEPA Spraying Courses.

OAKLANDS COLLEGE Oaklands Campus, Hatfield Road, St Albans, Herts AL4 OJA. Contact Ian Merrick. Tel: 01727 737000 Fax: 01727 737752. Full time courses: National Certificate in Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Management. Part-time courses: leading to NVQ Level 2 Greenkeeping, Modern Apprenticeships. Evening courses: leading to NVQ Levels 3 and 4. Short courses: Pesticide, Chainsaw, Greenkeeper Mechanics.

SPARSHOLT COLLEGE Sparsholt, Winchester, Hants S021 2NF Contact Ray Broughton. Tel: 01962 776441. NVQ Level 2 Greenkeeping Practice, NVQ Level 3 Greenkeeping Supervision, City & Guilds Phase iv Management Studies, National Diplomas in Golf Course Management and Golf Studies, GTC: Greenkeeping SPARSHÔLT Certificate, GTC: Certificate in Golf Course Supervision, FEPA: Short courses, Chainsaws. All courses other than Phase IV are offered on block release. Full COLLEGE HAMPSHIRE residential facilities available. Sparsholt college provides education and training in the land-based industries.

The College of West Anglia offers a full range of courses for Greenkeepers including; NVQ Level 2 Sportsturf (Greenkeeping and Groundsmanship), NVQ Level 3 Sports Turf Maintenance. GTC Craft Certificate, GTC Certificate in Golf Course Supervision, TDLB Assessors awards. FEPA, Chain Saws, M01. Other Courses: National and First Diploma in Horticulture and Garden Design. For further information, please contact Bob Young at our Milton Campus on 01223 860701 or THE COLLEGE Student Support at King's Lynn on 01553 761144 Ext 271. of West Anffiia

WRITTLE COLLEGE, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3RR. Tel: 01245 424200 Fax: 01245 420456 Website: www.writtle.ac.uk SPORTSTURF PROGRAMMES (Contact - David Campbell) NVQ Level 2 - Sportsturf: NVQ Level 3 - Sportsturf Maintenance. NVQ Level 4 - Amenity Wr itti e Horticulture. HNC - Sportsturf Science. HND - Sportsturf and Golf Course Management. Other Programmes; First Diploma. National Certificate. National Diploma (with Sportsturf Option). BSc (Hons) Sportsturf Science and Management. BSc (Hons) Horticulture. BSc (Hons) Landscape and Amenity COLLEGE Management. MSc Landscape and Amenity Management. NVQ 2 and 3 Service Engineering. FEPA. Chainsaw. Tractor Driving

CANNINGTON COLLEGE Cannington Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 2LS. Contact Terry Home: 01278 655083. http://www.cannington.ac.uk Email: [email protected] BTEC Higher National Diploma in Sports Science (Golf Option). BTEC National Diploma in Sports Science (Golf Studies), Higher National Certificate Golf Course Management, BTEC First Diploma, BTEC National Diploma in Golf Course Management, BTEC Higher National Diploma Golf Course Management NVQ Level I and II Golf Greenkeeping, NVQ Level III Greenkeeping and Supervisory Management, NVQ Level IV Greenkeeping Cannington College Management, FEPA Training, Chainsaw Certification, Off-road Vehicle Certification, Greenkeeper Mechanics. Certificate in Irrigation (BTLIA) 1 week course; National Certificate in Golf Greenkeeping (1yr FT). Note: HND = 2 yr course HNC now 2 yr day release course

«1 HARTPURY COLLEGE Hartpury House, Gloucester GL19 3BE. Hartpury Marketing Tel: 01452 830065 Fax: 01452 700629. Courses available: First Diploma III HP HARTPURYi Horticulture, National Certificate Horticulture, National Diploma Landscaping, First Diploma Greenkeeping, Certificate in Greenkeeping, National Diploma IS COLLEGE Greenkeeping, National Diploma Golf Studies, Modern Apprenticeships, Route 2 Work, NVQs available in Amenity Horticulture, Commercial Horticulture, Amenity / Turf, Amenity / Sportsturf, Decorative Horticulture, plus RHS General Examination, City & Guilds Certificate in Gardening, TDLB Assessor Awards and a full GLOUCESTERSHIRE University of the West of England programme of amateur, leisure and day release courses.

«1 WARREN FARM CENTRE is the base for West Oxfordshire College's education and training in Greenkeeping, Sportsturf, Amenity horticulture and allied land based courses for the whole of Oxfordshire. Courses include:- NVQ Levels 2 & 3 in Sportsturf, Decorative Horticulture and Hard Landscape. We also offer a range of short courses for the Industry including Health & Safety, pesticide training and chainsaw operation. For more information contact either Alan Brown or John Revis on Tel. no: 01865 351794, Fax No. 01865 358931. Email: [email protected]

PENCOED COLLEGE, Pencoed, Bridgend, Cardiff CF35 5LG. Tel: 01656 302600. Fax: 01656 302601. Courses:- NVQ Greenkeeping and Sportsturf Levels 1 -4, HND in Turf Management in conjunction with the University of Glamorgan. «1 PENCOED Short Courses - include Presticides Application, Chainsaw Operation, Machinery Maintenance plus many others. •Ml COLLEGE Outreach NVQ II & III in the workplace. Pencoed College is conveniently situated between Cardiff and Swansea J35 on the M10.

Coleg Garddwrioeth Cymru a WELSH COLLEGE OF HORTICULTURE, Northop, Flintshire. Contact Graham Wright. Tel: 01352 841034, Fax: 01352 841031. Email: [email protected], 1 Website: www.wcoh.ac.uk. Full-time - Higher National Deiploma in Turf Management. Part-time - Day release Higher National Certificate in Turf Management. § Welsh" _ Block Week - NVQ Amenity Sportsturf Levels 2-3. Briefing Days - NVQ Level 4, TDLB Assessor Courses D32,33,34. Day Courses - FEPA, Chainsaw collegeof Horticulture Certification, First Aid, C.I.E.H.

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Where does all the time go? It doesn't Centre in the time since we were last Richard Noble OBE is the man behind seem five minutes ago that we were all there. This magnificent hall, officially Thrust SSC, the holder of the world standing in ill-formed circles with our opened just a couple of months ago, fills supersonic land speed record. Richard arms in the air singing, "Na, na, na, the space left by the marquee which has heads an impressive array of seminar nanananaaaa, nanananaaa, Hey Jude," operated for the last two BTME's and will speakers which includes speakers from along with the Bootleg Beetles, yet here be a welcome addition to the week. all over the world. Also returning after a we are on the verge of starting the latest Educationally, under the banner "The successful debut last year will be the BTME Odyssey on which everyone who is Learning Experience", which is run in Career's Clinic anyone in the fine turf industry sets out association with Textron", there is some- So if you are preparing to embark on in the third week of January. thing for everyone and this now gives your BTME Odyssey you can be sure that Each BTME seems to surpass the one valuable credits towards CPD and the it will be a worthwhile and rewarding before and each year negotiating a path Master Greenkeeper Certificate. The experience. around the various seminar rooms, exhi- Education Conference covers issues in- bitions halls and, dare I say it, bars, depth, including Growing; Human takes longer as the list of friends and Resource Management, Water Entertainment this year will be provided acquaintances grows and reminiscences Management and Environmental by renowned after-dinner speaker, Peter are shared. Management, with the papers being Brown, at the National Education Conference Dinner in the Majestic Hotel Those who have been regular visitors to delivered by some of the foremost authorities in their respective subjects. on the Monday night and by one of the Harrogate will again see some changes finest bands of the 60s - the golden age and innovations in 2001. Last year we Workshops also let you take a more hands-on approach to your education. of pop - in The Searchers, together with unveiled Hall Q as the show continued to Susan Maughan, whose hits include expand. This year we are proud to pre- The BTME Seminar programme kicks off Bobby's Girl... or to be more correct in sent Hall M which has been built by with a motivational speech from a man this age of political correctness Robert's Harrogate International Conference who knows how to get things moving. Significant Other! as

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Advanta Seeds UK will highlight the The groundcare division of Amazone LTD Contact: Roger Saint Engineering British Seed Houses benefits of Headstart, a non-toxic, was established in 1989 and is based In 1 Layburnum Walk, Upton-Upon-Servern, Tel: 01925 654411 Fax: 01925 230682 organically derived seed stimulant, which the Harworth Distribution Centre. This WR8 OLW www.britishseedhouses.com is applied to all their amenity grass seed, allows for prompt communication between Tel: 01684 591020 Fax: 01684 591030 at BTME this year - stand number C3-4. wholegoods, parts and technical services Visit the British Seed Houses stand (A10) Based on a seaweed extract, with added for it's customers and it's manufacturing DGT - Volmatic is introducing a unique and go one up. Turfgrass professionals enzymes, bio-stimulants and water bases. method to fertiliser management. joining the Grade A Club (registration is attractants, Headstart treated seed As a family owned company, Amazone's Fertiliser is fed through the watering and FREE) gain special discounts on approved germinates faster and has better root objective of selling superior and well- irrigation system. Management of the training courses. Join the club at BTME - development, than non-treated seed. Field engineered products is shared not only by fertiliser and control of pH takes place or order any Grade A products at the establishment can increase by 20 per its staff but also by its Dealers. through the AMI golf-computer. show - and you will receive an additional cent, particularly where sowing conditions Often it is only possible to offer both Correct pH figures create a stronger and 1000 training credit points. are difficult, or greenkeepers and economic and agronomic advantage greener turf and for immediate effect the Avalon velvet bent is outperforming all groundsmen are under severe time through innovative, high quality products - computer controls the fertiliser-varied other bents in terms of shoot density and pressure to repair or rejuvenate worn an area where Amazone is easily dosage. The system is environmentally fineness of leaf. Order two bags of Avalon playing services. recognised with the groundkeeper, friendly as it conserves fertiliser, which at BTME and you will receive 25kg of a "Advanta has been using Headstart for profithopper and Amenity Combination therefore, is a saving on the initial cost, Grade A golf course mixture of your ten years and many of our customers have products. and also reduces the labour cost involved choice, absolutely FREE! come to rely on the added security it by eliminating the need for manual Find out more about the Grade A Club offers," explains Dave Phillips, Advanta's applications. Additional benefits comprise and the full range of British Seed Houses Aventis Environmental Science Amenity Sales and Marketing Manager. the continuous monitoring of water quality seed and fertiliser products at Stand C33 > "They know that, whatever the seeding and quantity for your records. www.britishseedhouses.com situation, our seed will not only germinate The system is engineered and fast, but will also be more drought and Aventis Environmental Science will have manufactured by DGT - Volmatic, disease resistant, due to the rapid information on our new ultra-low dose delivered to your premises customised Charterhouse Turf Machinery Ltd development of deep roots and strong fungicide 'Capricorn' which treats one individually to your requirements. Stand B19 seedlings". green with 50mls of product. You will also be able to take away one of our new technical manual CD Roms with the Contact: David Jenkins Allen Power Equipment Ltd Bernhard & Co facility to print out Safety Data sheets Weydown Industrial Estate, Weydown Stand A22 Stand B17 and electronic calibration. You will have Road, Haslemere Surrey GU27 1DW the chance to try out the new Aventis Tel: 01428 661222 Fax: 01428 661218 National Triple Mowers feature Environmental Web site. Ravral Green BETTER, faster grinding will be prominently on our stand this year with Speadhead, the Mildethene and Crossfire demonstrated at BTME by leading The new Pedestrian Core collector 3000 the HT7 84" cut machine. This hydrostatic 480 tank mix will be featured. Please visit specialists Bernhard. Their star will take pride of place at the drive unit comes into its own on banks, the stand to find out the future of Amenity performers Express Dual and Anglemaster Charterhouse BTME Stand this year. having an extremely low centre of gravity, Chemicals. Contact Aventis on 01277 3000 have been uprated to be the next- This exciting new development from Power Steering too. Also on show will be 30115, visit our website on Aventis- generation of efficient and easy to Redexim results from the purchase of the full range of Komatsu Zenoah brush environmental science.co.uk or e-mail us operate grinders. Proseed during the autumn of last year. and hedge cutters, blowers and the with your questions at Keeping mower blades really sharp helps The walk-behind Core Collector recently acquired chainsaws. [email protected] greenkeepers to maintain an excellent incorporates a new revolutionary pick-up Allen Hover mowers, Walkover Sprayers playing surface. A further benefit is the system, which will work even in the wet and Turf Doctor Scarifier can also be seen grass looks greener and healthy and leaves the turf behind completely and the 'Pet' Petrol Edger powered by a and the club benefits from a significant clean. The cores are collected in a large Avoncrop Amenity Products 22.5 cc Zenith engine. Walker Mowers reduction in on-going maintenance hydraulically operated tipping hopper Stand B7 with zero turning radius and superb grass costs. which tips at a height of 800mm ideal for collection complete the exhibit. Responding to the increased use of loading into a truckster and making Avoncrop Amenity Products will be rotaries to cut the rough, Bernhard removal from site to the compost heap a showing their unrivalled product ranges introduces Rota Master. This most simple job. ALS from manufacturers such as Aventis, advanced rotary blade sharpener will The Core Collector 3000 is a robust Stand A8 Barenbrug, Farmura, Green Releaf, prove an essential tool for every machine, which is simple and quick to Scotts,;Supaturf, Terralift, Rufford, Vitax workshop. operate. There is a tractor-mounted Following its launch at Saltex 2000, ALS and numerous AA own brands. Included in the professional line-up will be version also available. If you have a are delighted to confirm that the Hirf has recently been added to the Blade Rite, Gear Rite, Rapid problem cleaning up after hollow coring Earthquake decompactor machine will be portfolio. Three grades of turf are offered; Relief and Rapid Facer, helping these machines are just what you require. on show for the first time in the UK at Royal blend for greens, Aughton Green a professionals to maintain the leading edge Also the Charterhouse Stand will be BTME 2001 ! hardwearing non-rye turf and thirdly in fine turf presentation with a cleaner, examples of the new Amenity range of ALS are the National Importers and Stadium a rye mix for winter sports, rye healthier cut. Sprayers. These machines feature high Distributors of the Earthquake tees or hard wearing lawns. volume pumps which produce large decompaction equipment for the UK and Grazers the new rabbit damage repair droplets destined to hit their target Ireland. The Earthquake offers sports turf product for the restoration of damaged without problems and the minimum of managers a new experience in turf has also been recently added. So safe drift. Also for those who have to spray in decompaction techniques. This machine is this new product it can be sprayed onto difficult or windy conditions Charterhouse decompacts the full soil profile to its 10" fine turf with out fear of damaging the will be showing the Rogers covered depth, but crucially the upper 4"-6" where sward. Booms, which have made such a dramatic grass root zone and seed establishment is A warm welcome awaits Course difference to Greenkeepers with a problem. Managers, Greenkeepers and visitors to ecological and environmental concerns. The Earthquake will decompact the discuss these and any other products and Do not hesitate to come and examine surface layer in all conditions including services offered. these products and ask further technical hard and dry situations - a performance questions which Charterhouse staff will which alternative equipment fails to match be delighted to answer. Eagle Promotions Hayter Stand A19 Stand C22 & C41 • -C Kawasaki

Eagle Promotions provide an extensive Hayter will be exhibiting a selection of range of services to Golf Clubs from the professional machines at BTME. Designed initial Course Measure through to to tackle with the ease the demands of Scorecards, Yardage Books, Course municipal, golf and general turf care. All Signage and other Point of Play Hayter machines are built to a high Accessories. We continue to "set the specification resulting in impressive standards" for Scorecards nationwide. productivity and lower operating costs. Our signage is based around our ability to Hayter recognise the need for service etch Zinc and cast Bronze and when time to be kept to a minimum and as such mounted on Stone, Moulded Rock and easy access to the hydraulic system Wood, create truly spectacular sign makes routine maintenance a quick and systems. At this time we are developing a easy job. virtual 3D Course Guide and this is on the For further information and advice visit verge of being launched. Stand C41.

Fern House Marketing Hunter Grinders Ltd Stand Q53 Stand C13&E2

Vaminoc - C Hunter Grinders Ltd is the world authority There is a considerable debate at present on 'relief grinding. The range of machines as to the use of biological organisms in on display includes the new Jupiter 2000, turf management regimes. Vaminoc - G is the next generation of grinders. It will one such treatment, a mycorrhizal fungal relief grind cylinder and bottom blades of inoculant which when added to root zones pedestrian mowers 'ln-situ' with accuracy enhances the establishment of washed second to none. Set up and change over turf and grass seed by encouraging procedures are simple and demolish the deeper, denser rooting and more vigorous argument for purchasing separate growth. Vaminoc - G is unique in that it is machines for cylinder and bottom blade the only biological treatment available in grinding. The Jupiter 2000 combines the UK that has been researched and accurate grinding with versatility. It is produced from the natural soils of the UK. 'One-Stop' machine for all uses without The commercial benefits are huge but so compromising on performance and at a OF THE are the environmental benefits, as users price that is hard to beat. ENVY can feel safe in the knowledge that they Other products include the OMEGA a new GREENS are not importing foreign organisms. For grinder specifically for sharpening circular further details contact Fern House chipper blades. Marketing LTD on stand Q53 and ask for Immaculate greens are the product of sheer hard details about Vaminoc - G work, which is why the new Mule Diesel 2510 is the John Deere Limited envy of the fairways. Stand M7 & M8 Golf Car UK Built for the toughest terrain, the Stand C29-30 An innovative fairway mower and a wider Mule gives you more power, aerator are among the newest John At the BTME 2001 Exhibition, the Utility Deere machines on show at Harrogate, performance, load capacity and and Transportation Vehicle Division of Golf backed by a new interest free finance fuel efficiency and, with its low- Car UK will be showing the Club Car scheme from John Deere Credit. range of products for the going market Designed for aerating greens, fairways ground pressure qualities, you including greenkeeping vehicles, golf cars and other professional sports and won't leave any divots. and people carriers. As the industry's only amenity turf areas, the 2m Aercore 2000 line of rustproof aluminium frame, chassis is the company's largest tractor • 23 hp, 3 cylinder, 4-stroke, and cargo bed vehicles from Club Car mounted aerator to date, built around a offers advantages in general turf and heavy duty frame and high speed liquid cooled, diesel engine maintenance applications and people Flexi-Link tines. • Automatic variable carrying on golf courses. Completing the Built specifically for fairway use, the utility vehicles is the Club Car range of optional FTC fairway tender speed transmission petrol and electric golf cars, where the all- conditioner provides a better, cleaner aluminium frame gives an overall weight finish by grooming, recutting and I Dual mode differential for some 50kg less than competitors' models dispersing grass clippings more evenly, rear axle and the new Integrated Comfort System particularly in wet conditions, combines high reliability with enhanced without leaving unsightly clumps of grass M Dual range gear box with comfort and refined styling. on the course. selectable 4-wheel drive See John Deere's new website for further details: www.johndeere.co.uk M 12-months warranty

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Kawasaki's acclaimed Mule utility vehicle Rigby Taylor, a BIGGA Golden Key Member, SISIS have moved to Stand M12 in the Symbio is 10. The first and most range will be in the limelight at BTME will be displaying their wide range of new hall. experienced British company developing 2001. products and services on stand Q29. Be sure to see the new heavy duty microbial solutions to maintain excellent The spotlight falls on the much sought- Particular emphasis will be given to their scarifier which will be shown for the first sports turf, trees and amenity and after Mule Diesel 2510 which takes centre MASCOT production portfolio including time at BTME 2001. Also on display will irrigation water. stage having shattered all sales targets their Fertilizer (e.g.Polymax, Microflow,) be other machines from the well-known If you think you are spending too much on set by the Japanese manufacturer since Chemicals (e.g. Rimidin, Bastion T,) and SISIS range of turf maintenance chemicals, visit us, to find out how its launch in the UK last year. Grass Seed ranges. The MASCOT equipment and grass cutters. biologically active root zones and good The appeal of the Mule utility vehicles to Specialities range will also be featured We look forward to seeing you. cultural practice can improve your turf and the turf and related sectors reinforces the including Integrate, Magnet, Amino-Sorb cut your chemical costs. pioneering contribution made by Kawasaki and Profile. Displays from Maxicrop (UK) If algae or organic silt in your lakes and Supaturf Products Ltd in the low ground-pressure vehicle market. Ltd and Rufford Soil Technology will be on ponds is a problem, we have the simple Stand A27 Kawasaki's extensive brushcutter range show and in addition Grass Science, the solution. No dredging, or algaecides are provides another focal point for the power UK based independent agronomy required. products on display along with hedge consultancy, will also be featured on the Another year of outstanding innovation Trees, cut transplant losses and get the trimmers and the new KRB 400B blower stand. 2001: A year to revisit traditional best from your new trees and shrubs with with hand-held throttle. methods. Visit us and win a years supply our MycoForce Mycorrhizal inoculants. Generators and water pumps will also be of some of our market leading products. Contact Martin Ward Rolawn (Turf Growers) Ltd much in evidence in addition to Suraturf has been innovating and 38 Bookham Industrial Park, Bookham Stand A24 Kawasaki's ever-growing engine range, supplying market-leading products for Surrey, KT23 3EU featuring two new models this autumn, many, many years to our industry but at Tel 01372 456 101 fax 01372 456 099 th.evFE400D and the FD791D. Rolawn was established in 1975 and since this year's BTME, Supaturf will be Email [email protected] that time has been supplying specially launching a revolutionary new product www.symbio.co.uk cultivated turf for the greens and tees of which will be the answer to many a Kubota UK Ltd golf courses throughout the UK. greenkeepers prayer. Details below. The STRI conduct an annual botanical The World's favourite range of wetting composition test on our turf. agents, including Primer 604, will be on Making their first appearance at BTME Medallion is Rolawn's most popular and display as usual, as will the EvenSpred will be the new ST Alpha 30 and 35 versatile turf, combining a fine appearance range of spreaders, the EvenSpray Textron: the full range of golf turf compact tractors, rated at 30hp and 35hp with high wear tolerance. spraying system and the SupaMark range maintenance equipment from a respectively. In addition to hydrostatic Minister is a fine textured greens turf, of aerosols and applications. single source. transmission, four wheel drive and suitable for golf and bowling greens. We will be providing our free "TRY IT Textron Turf Care and Specialty Products mid/rear power take-offs, both tractors All grades and rolls of Rolawn turf can be AND SEE FOR YOURSELF" sample/test continue to display their have a new power steering system with supplied washed clean and free of soil. pack of Primer 604 and will be innovative approach to all sectors of the exceptional steering torque, producing The company also sells screened topsoil demonstrating how to get the best from turf care market with a complete range of smoother, lighter steering even with a and soil conditioner. this world-leading product. There will also quality products - all from a single source. fully-laden front loader bucket. To enhance Contact: Customer Services Tel: 01904 be a chance to win a years supply of New products to be launched include the manoeuvrability on and off turf, Kubota's 608661 - email: [email protected] - Primer 604 absolutely free as part of our Ransomes Super Certes walk-behind unique Bi-speed turn is fitted as standard. www.rolawn.co.uk 2001 "LETS MANAGE OUR WATER" mower with 'Motivairi, the new control The system automatically speeds up the campaign and also to be awarded an, all system from Textron and the triplex greens front wheels when turning to minimise expenses paid, trip to visit some of the mower from Jacobsen, the Greens King Scotts UK Professional scuffing. Other enhancements on the new world's best golf courses and meet some VI, with either eone-touchi reel lift and Stand B6 & B20 tractors include a top speed of 30km/hr of the worlds best greenkeepers in our lower foot buttons or reel lift and lower (19mph) the fitting of hand operated 2001 "LOOK AND LISTEN" water joystick control. management education programme. cruise control and a rear linkage lift Contact: Martin Morgan Also on display from the Jacobsen golf Irresistible or what? capacity of 1,150kg (2,356lb). Paper Mill Lane, Bramford, Ipswich IP8 range will be the new Tri-King with lower There's more. We will be putting a new 4BZ Tel: 01473 830492 profile and ISO-mountings and the emphasis on our world famous range of Fax: 01473 830386 restyled and redesigned Greens King traditional, semi organic fertilisers and Scotts UK Professional is a leading IV. Ocmis Irrigation invite everybody to our stand to try to win authority on turf nutrition and pest control Stand A5 a years supply of Supaturf fertilisers in in the UK and Europe. No other company our special 2001 "LETS TAKE CONTROL" Toro Commercial Products can offer a similar level of expertise in initiative. Ocmis are experts in irrigation system formulation, registration, technical support design and installation for all golf course, and research. 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24-26 JANUARY, 2001 Hunter Grinders Limited EDUCATION PROGRAMME STARTS JANUARY 22 Delta Works, Hobson Industrial Estate, HARROGATE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE, HARROGATE, ENGLAND Burnopfield, Newcastle uponTyne NEI6 6EA CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS SEMINARS BANQUET OVER 200 EXHIBITORS BTME VISITOR HOTLINE 01347 833833 BTME EXHIBITOR HOTLINE 01347 833800 Tel: 01207 270316 Fax: 01207 2703 12 EMAH-: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: WWW.BIGGA.ORG.UK we have won the annual Norrie and all staff at HQ and also Peter Boyd, As we come to the end of another Whittock trophy for the firsttim e beat- Scottish Regional Administrator anc 1 all year. Where did it go? I would like to ing all the Sections in Scotland. We the other administrators across the take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy MRBtaBlii have been runners up a couple of times country I hope I will speak to you all so this makes up for it. Well done to at BTME2001 in January New Year, with special thanks to every- the lads and hopefully we can retain it Till then, bye for now, one who supported the Section, the next year. The Section also defeated Chris Yeaman. Patrons of the Scottish Region and the North the north east of England greenkeep- numerous golf clubs who give us their Is it really Christmas time again ers at Tyneside GC for the first time Central support year in year out. already? This year seems to have flown since 1988 to win the Stewarts Quaich We begin this month's report with John Crawford. by, or am I just getting older? in the annual Stewarts match which is the sad news of the recent death of one The Section AGM took place at sponsored by Stewarts of Dalkieth. of the Section's Past Chairmen, Jimmy West Royal Aberdeen GC at the end of Thanks again to Robert T Bruce and Lees. Jimmy was a founder member of Thursday 26th October, the West October preceded by the annual John Gedaes who were our hosts for a the Section being the first Vice Section's annual AGM and another Chairman verses Vice Chairman golf very enjoyable day Also Tyneside GC Chairman in 1980 and becoming disappointing show of members. match for the Daval Trophy We had clubhouse staff who looked after us Chairman in 1981. He served on the John Scott, on behalf of Claremont an eleven a side match with one pair extremely well, and the greenstaff, committee for a good number of years BC, stated, and quite righdy so, that if and five four balls. Victory went to the whose course was in great condition and was a strong supporter of section attendance is poor again, the use of Vice Chairman's team by four match- considering the terrible weather we events even after his retirement as their clubhouse facilities will cease es to two. Thanks to all who played were having at the time. So thanks to Head Greenkeeper at Grangemouth forthwith! So, to the AGM, Gavin and Dennis Slater, of Daval, for pre- everyone for a great day and we look Golf Course. He will be sadly missed Jarvis, Lenzie GC, took over from senting the trophy A big thank you to forward to next year's match when and our sincere condolences go to his Brian Hillen, Drumpellier GC as Robert Patterson and his staff for a hopefully we can retain the trophy family at this very trying time. Section Chairman, for a two year term. lovely golf course, the front nine of The Annual General Meeting took Well, the Section AGM was held on On behalf of the committee, I would which is as good as any course in the place on November 1, at Kings- October 31 at SGM House, like to thank Brian, who breathed a world as it winds its way through the knowe GC where our sponsors for the Inverkeithing, when a whole 15 mem- huge sigh of relief after we exchanged high dunes. day were Thomas Sheriff and Co who bers took the time to attend! You don't our respective posts, for firstly his Th^meeting passed off very smooth- put on a good talk for us on the John know what you missed! Scottish Grass extended length of service as chairman ly The new Vice Chairman is Stewart Deere range of equipment which was Machinery organised a visit to St. - two years - for all his input and enthu- MacBain who takes over from Wilson very informative and also supplied us Andrews, a presentation on SGM and siasm at meetings and the like. At least Morrison. We must thank Wilson for with a very nice buffet lunch. Thanks a tour of their facilities prior to the we have still got hold of you for a lit- his hard work on the committee over to Andrew Harkness and Willie Ness meeting. Our sincere thanks go to tle while longer, eh, Brian! Upon taking the years. Welcome to Robert Hardie of T Sheriff and Co for a great day Steven Mclnroy and everyone at SGM the chair I proposed Brian Bolland as who comes on the committee in The AGM took place in the after- for an excellent day As far as the AGM my vice. Brian was seconded from the Wilson's place. A full list of commit- noon and passed very quietly There was concerned we had a very success- floor and took up his new appoint- tee duties will be in next month's are a few changes to the committee; ful meeting and YOUR committee for ment. magazine (if I remember to do it). Stewart Greenwood has now complet- the coming year is Chairman, A. There were two vacancies to fill on Tne final four winners in the Section ed his time as Chairman and takes his O'Hara, Vice Chairman, S. Sime. Past committee this year, John Scott Jnr, 200 Club are: September £30 No 67 place on the committee as Past Chairman, A. Dunn, SecyTreas. J. Scottish Chairman, and Stuart Taylor Gordon Moir, St Andrews. October Chairman. Well done to Stuart for his Crawford, Committee D. Scott, G. came off ending a lengthy service and £30 No 41 Colin Forbes, Aboyne. time in office as the Section is now Mitchell, S. Cruickshank, A. Collier, dedicated hard work for the West November £30 No 63 Alex even bigger and better than it was when Patron's representatives P Langdon Section. Thanks to both of you for Cruickshank, Ayrshire. December he took over. His time in office done and K. Brunton. your sterling efforts. £100 No 58 Iain Grant, Buckie. so well, and we look forward to hav- Congratulations go to Past Chairman The lucky pair to join the commit- Thanks to all who bought tickets and ing you on the committee, with us, Archie Dunn on being selected to rep- tee were John Robertson, Hilton Park McNabs Sports for being this year's Stuart. resent BIGGA at the CGSA GC, and Gerry Bruen, East Kilbride sponsors. The new Chairman is Tom Murray, Conference in Vancouver next year. GC. Welcome aboard to you both, I I had the hard task of helping to select Ratho Park. Tom is thoroughly look- Archie will visit Canada in February hope you enjoy your time serving on the two representatives from the ing forward to the job ahead and can't next year along with the other select- committee. Scottish Region to go to Canada next wait to get started, so all the best to ed members for what should be a Ronnie Bunting announced at the February courtesy of Bernhards. All Tom in his time as Chairman. Tom's memorable trip. Well done, Archie! AGM that there would be a five candidates were excellent and Vice Chairman is yours truly, Chris Joining the Section this month are Moderators' meeting in January at the would have been good ambassadors for Yeaman, West Linton GC. Tom asked Michael Romaszkibwicz, from Central Station Hotel, date to be con- the Region, but only two could go, so me to be his Vice Chairman and I was Montrose Links; Brian Needs, from firmed. congratulations to Archie Dunn and delighted to accept his offer, and I am Towers of Lathandy, and Stuart Patron's Awards were offered this Andrew Forrest on their selection. looking forward to the next few years. Manattini, from Murrayshall Golf year to Brian Bolland, E. Kilbride GC, Hard lines to the other three, especially Graham Wood, Dunbar GC, has Club. Once again we extend a warm and Gavin Jarvis, Lenzie GC. our Section representative, Hugh stepped down from the committee and welcome to the Section and we Naturally, we both accepted and would MacLatchie. Your turn will come, I am after a number of years with us, and hope to see you at some of our events like to thank the Patrons for this won- sure. we would like to thank Graham for all in the not too distant future. derful award. We both look forward to Once again the Region is running a his hard work, and wish him all the Membership of the Section is still on attending BTME in January 2001. bus to BTME next month and anyone best for the fdture. the increase and this year we welcomed The games on this occasion were lim- interested should phone Peter Boyd on Our ryew committee member who is new members every month. Let's hope ited to four - snooker, pool, dominoes 0141 6163 440 for fartherdetails . This making a welcome return is Peter we can do the same next year. and bowls. The undisputed winning is a great trip and is subsidised by the Ormiston, Uphall GC. Well done Peter The Section's recipients of this year's pair were John Scott Jr and Brian Region so as many members as possi- and we look forward to seeing you at Patrons' Awards are Kenny Thomson, Bolland. Well done to you, guys. The ble can attend, so come and join us in the first meeting of the new commit- from Tulliallan Golf Club, and James last draw of the 100 Club was drawn Harrogate for the event of tne year. tee. The annual dance will have taken Seivwright, from Auchterarder Golf with the winning ticket number 19 and Following on from Gordon Moir's place by the time you read this slight- Club. Both will receive an expenses the lucky holder for £50 was K. Collins, promotion at St Andrews to Links ly earlier than normal so a report next paid trip (not including liquid refresh- E. Kilbride GC. Thanks to those of you Manager, Gordon McKie has been month. If you are going to BTME 2001 ments) to BTME at Harrogate in who made the effort to show up on the made up to Head Greenkeeper of the you had better get your entry forms January See what can be achieved if evening. Eden course. Well done Gordon and back to Peter Boyd ASAP as we are get- you support BIGGA events! Friday October 31, the visit to maybe you will come back to the North ting more Scottish greenkeepers going Remember your "Club 2000" tickets Elmwood College and Elmwood Golf Section as you are moving back over each year so hurry and don't miss out. have to be sold or returned to me by Developments (EGD), and unfortu- the Forth bridge. Well that's it all this month - if you the end of this month in order that nately another poor turnout as only Finally a very Happy Christmas to want to get in touch just use the usu- everyone's number can be included in nine members appeared. I must say everybody out there and I hope 2001 al phone numbers and email address. the January draw. The winner of this that the attendance at some of these brings you all you wish for. So, as this is the last column of the month's big draw is Alex Robertson - outings is absolutely pitiful, consider- I A Macleod year, the section would like to wish all yes it's that man again! - from ing the number of members in our members and friends a Very Merry Grangemouth Golf Course, with tick- Section. I would ask you to consider East Christmas and a Happy and et number 539. There must be and offer the committee some positive Since I last wrote a number of things Prosperous New Year, and I would like something about that area which feedback that may help us generate have happened in the section. Firstly to extend that to all members of BIGGA attracts winning numbers. more interest in organising future events and venues. Hall GC and I would like to thank However, back to Elmwood. For the Lubemaster, Amenity Technology, benefit of members who did not attend Aitkins, Barenbrug for sponsoring the I can only say what an excellent day event and John Dobson, Robert you all missed. John Quinn, Director Laycock, Howard McAddy and Jim of EGD, and Huw Parry Deputy Croxten for speaking. Jinma Principal of Elmwood College, gave us If you have any queries don't hesi- a talk in the morning and a look around tate in picking the phone up and giving HIGH SPECIFICATION TRACTOR some specific areas in the college. Later, us a ring. There is no other news at the AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE! v we were taken up to EGD for a look moment. If anybody has any then let \ : i : L_ at the greenkeepers' utility area. me know. My address is 67 Asquith Thereafter we had a lovely lunch in the Avenue, Morley, Leeds, LS27 9QS or Fairways Clubhouse. After lunch sev- telephone at home 0113 2383188 / en members played 9 holes of golf and mobile 07790 678572, or email: the remainder were taken to the andy_smith21 @hotmail.com Scottish National Golf Centre. An Andy Smith amazing complex that I would recommend to anyone, a must see. North East Truly well-thought out, offering On October 5 we had the annual youngsters and even old duffers like match against our old friends from the me, an incentive to improve their East of Scotland Section and this time handicap. I greatly appreciate the they came out the winners by 4-2. members who attended on the day Rumour has it they brought in a few The Scottish Region have organised ringers - not to worry lads you only a coach and accommodation package have a loan of the trophy for a year. • ROTARY MOWERS # FLAIL MOWERS \ to BTME in January Please contact I would like to thank Steve Pope for Peter Boyd if you are interested and re-arranging the game to Tyneside at • TOPPERS \ # GROOMING MOWERS J wish to make a reservation. The edu- very short notice as the venue was to • LAWNCARE EQUIPMENT * ALL GOLF AN0 GR0UNDCARE EQUIPMENT cation conference will be on March 6, have been at Gosforth GC but it was 2001 at Lauder College, hope to see closed due to heavy rain. lots of faces there. Thanks also to Tyneside GC for com- Lastly, I would just like to wish all ing to the rescue on the day and also members a good year for the new sea- to Stewarts of Edinburgh for sponsor- son ahead. ing the event. Gavin Jarvis 07050 173080 Graham Chambers, of Longhirst Hall GC, has informed me that the new 11 holes are progressing very well and should equal the quality they already have by opening date next August. Work has already started on the remaining seven holes due for 2003 and this will give them 36 holes with planning for another 18 in the future. Tony McLure, ofWhickham GC, has also been busy as they bought adjoin- CLEAR FLOODED BUNKERS, ing land for extension to 20 holes and Northern at a later date work it in to a chal- LOW LYING FAIRWAYS The Christmas golf is at Huddersfield lenging 18 holes with the odd GC on 6 December at 10am. Please alteration on the existing course. AND HOLLOWS note that this is a bring and win a prize As you can see, people are getting in WITH BUNKER-PUMPER! with a minimum value of £5. Also the touch with news. I can't print it if I AGM will follow the golf at 6.30pm. don't get it! A packed attendance for our autumn Jimmy Richardson tournament at Hornsea GC with many new faces ensured an enjoyable day North West with the sun out as well.Thanks to F Almost the last day in October and & G Adamsons for sponsoring the the sun is shining brightly, giving the event and Head Greenkeeper, Roger impression that all is well outside. Bielby and his staff, for the excellent Wrong; the ground is just about at sat- condition of the course. Format for the uration point after continual rain for day was 3/4 hep and the prizes were what appears to be the last two dished out as follows:- Div 1.1. Alan months. Some parts of the country Baxter 34pts; 2. Mark Price 32pts; 3. have had it much worse than the north Roger Bielby Div 2. 1. Robin Smith west, but nevertheless we have cer- 32pts; 2. Lee Garrad 30pts; 3. Tito tainly had our share of the wet stuff. I Arna 27pts. Div 3.1. Michael Gregson am sure that most of you are struggling 23pts; 2. Jim Brown 19pts; 3. John to keep the courses open at the Stuttard 17pts. The U40's went to moment, apart from getting any win- Richard Barker and the trade prize ter work done, so lets hope for some went to Mel Guy good drying winds to enable you to get The Longest Drive went to Michael some drainage work done. Gregson, Nearest the Pin to Roger We had a poor response of applica- Biel&y S tions for the free trip to the Canadian Clear flood water fast with a portable Bunker-Pumper. Thanks to Acorn for sponsoring the International Turfgrass Conference Powered by a 6hp, self-priming motor, the pump Longest Drive and Nearest the Pin. and Trade Show in Vancouver next moves up to 12,000 gallons/ 54,480 litres in one hour. There was only one winner in the 2's February from the north west section. Able to work in less than 3 inches (8cm) of water, club and guess who walked off with Only two applications came from the the pump can be allowed to run dry without harm. £30. Yeah, it was a certain Mr Bielby Section, and one of those withdrew at For more details call Richard Parsons, today. Well done Roger. I would like to thank the last minute, but the six finalists everyone for contributing to the raffle (one from each Section in the Region) The Hydroscape Group, Water House, 10 Carvers with all proceeds going to John Waite. came over very well in the interviews, HYDRO Industrial Estate, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 US. You raised £100 on the day making it a difficult task to chose the SEAPE Tel: 01425 476261/2 Fax: 01425 472380 Last month was the Section Seminar final two. I am pleased to say that [email protected] which was well attended at Howley Anthony Davies, Prestbury GC, was one of the winners, and Jimmy Terry Adamson drove in as captain The event started at 3pm with 36 importance of preventative mainte- Richardson, North East Secretary, was at Northop Country Park in October. delegates being split into two groups nance of grass cutting machinery the second winner. The BIGGA dele- Wishing you an excellent year with with group one having a talk by the Graeme McDonald gation to the show has been sponsored better weather than this year mate. practice putting green by Andy Cole by Bernhard &Co, ten members in all, Congratulations go out to Gavin and group two going onto the practice BB&O and apart from enjoying the trip, they Clarke and Sharon on the birth of a area where TORO had 4 machines The evening of October 6 saw the will be expected to represent BIGGA baby boy and Paul Massey and Janice (Toro 550 Fairway Mower, Toro BB&O AGM at Springs GC. in a proper manner. also a baby boy, both couples having Sidewinder, Toro 3250D Greens- Amazingly, in a Section that boasts Well that seems to be all the news called their sons Thomas. mower, Toro 2100 Utility Vehicle) and in excess or 375 members, the num- for now. I am just preparing for my 20 Finally it is with regret that I am not Dave Watson, from Lely/Toro, gave a ber of member who turned up could day trip to Africa, and the hot sunny standing for committee this year due talk on the various machines. Each talk be counted on two hands. However, days. In the meantime I wish you all to increasing pressures in my private lasted 30 minutes with the groups the meeting itself was remarkably suc- a Merry Christmas, and a prosperous life. I would just like to say that it has changing places and completing the cessful. Questions that were raised New Year. been an honour and a privilege to serve outside talks. On returning to the from the meeting ranged from the con- Bert Cross Tel: 0151 724 5412 the Section as Chairman. I thank all Clubhouse all the delegates sat down tent and quality of the magazine to the of you as members for your support for the talks by the Rigby Taylor dates of next year's events and meet- Cleveland and my fellow committee members for Speakers. Peter Gower, Amega ings. All answers I will try to get printed This month at the Wynyard Club we maiding everything go as smoothly as Sciences, gave a talk on black layer and as soon as I get them. Also the current have been putting the finishing touch- possible. So, the election papers are the use of Blockade. A talk was given committee nave agreed to stay on es to our ark ana have been loading sent to your house, please think about by Chris Pye, of Dow Agrosciences. although Bernie Wall will step down the animals in two by two, also life jack- serving on committee. You will get Chris gave a brief talk about Dow in August. John Lister of Sonning GC ets have been issued as PRE. The something out of the experience, hon- Agrosciences and their links with Rigby has also been elected onto the com- irrigation system has been closed down estly. Here's to a Happy Christmas and Taylor. Then the talk went on to dis- mittee. It is important that the as Course Manager Gary Munro decid- a dry New Year! cuss integrated pest management with committee changes more regularly, say ed that we probably wouldn't need it Dave Goodridge the delegates answering questions on on a three yearly basis. That way we again till spring! how they managed pest and disease have fresh ideas as well as fresh peo- The autumn tournament took place ,whether Biological, Cultural or ple. at Durham City GC last month. I was Chemical ways worked or whether a The section itself is financially doing unable to attend but my roving preventive management approach was very well. This is mainly due to the reporter informs me that the course better. support at golf days. We are very for- was in excellent condition, so thanks Peter Richmond thanked all the peo- tunate in being able to cap the prices and well done to course manager Stan ple involved and the delegates for of golf days to £20, and in the past Shotton and his staff for their efforts. taking time to come along. After the years we have played on some superb The event was sponsored by Midland formal proceedings there was a hot buf- golf courses, and we cannot thank Sportlands. Many thanlcs to them for I hope everybody has dried out from fet which was free to the delegates. Our these clubs enough for their support. their support. Their representative the deluge or rain that closed most of thanks go to Simon Gibbs, the The reason we are able to cap the Allen Kellady won the guest's prize in our courses during late October and Steward, for all his help in the price for golf days is because of the sup- his first greenkeepers' event. Also win- early November. At the time of writ- Clubhouse, also the committee would port we receive from trade members ning a prize in his first event was Liam ing this report most of the courses in like to thank Fulford Heath GC for who pay for postage, trophies and raf- McGeough, stealing the booby prize our area have been closed for over a allowing us the use of the Club's facil- fle prizes as well as helping out on the from his younger brother Titch. Chris week. Records show that in the region ities. committee. Since HQ stopped fund- Powley, of Dinsdale Spa GC, won the of 20mm of rain has fallen during On a final note, the committee are ing the Sections, to pay the regional event and nearest the pin and Tony October. Is this the shape of things to always looking for ideas for future administrators we had to become self- Bürge, Head Greenkeeper at come? events. If you nave any ideas etc. then sufficient and without trade support it Richmond GC, came second and got Anyway, on with the news. The Rigby please write to K. Blake 10 Dinmore would cost us more money the longest drive. No comment! Taylor Doubles Final has been played close, Winyates West, Redditch So there you go, a brief insight into Any news contact me on: Mobile - and the eventual winners were Mike Worc's, B98 0JT and we will give them the AGM. I must admit, on a person- 07719 193381 Gash, from Moseley GC, and Rob an airing. al note, that since I've been on the Steven Jaques Shaw, from Gaudet Luce GC, who Jonathan Wood committee I have seen the work, time defeated Julian Chesson and Richard and effort that Adrian, Lindsay, Bernie North Wales Thwaites, both from Three Hammers East of England etc. put into organising events for you, Greenkeeping, what a profession! Golf Complex. The Final was played The last golf day of the year was held the members, and it must be very dis- Water, water, everywhere and a huge over the Duchess course at Woburn. at Boston GC. Bruce Hicks and his appointing for them when no-one headache for all of us, winter pro- Many thanks go to Steve Blakeman, staff produced an excellent course, con- turns up or seems interested. If you grammes finished before they have even who organised the day, and also Tony sidering the downpour prior to the don't like the way that the Section is started, stress, stress and more stress. Cheese, who helped with the smooth competition. The sponsors for this being run, then AGMs are your chance Our autumn meeting was eventual- running of the day. competition were Lawn Mower to tell us. That's one of the reasons ly played at Bull Bay, with 37 players The Committee Cup has also been Services, and we thank Chris Overton why we have them. in attendance. A bright but windy day played and the winner this year was and Dave Hampshire for their prizes Artyway, time to get off the soapbox. made for testing golfln the nearest the Edaie Stant from Penn GC. The Cup on the day Also thanks to John Cook The Rigby Taylor Pairs final has been pin competition, not one member hit was played at Shirley GC and many for presenting the prizes on the night. played and won by Ian Robins and Carl the green. However Bob Bolland, of thanks to Andrew Smith and his staff Other sponsors on the day were Small, beating Gordon and Peter ALS did, and claimed the guest's prize. for presenting the course in such good Aitkens, Greenpride, Barenbrug, Alpha Critchley 5&4. The golf played by The rest of the prizes were; Best Gross condition. Amenity and Rigby Taylor. both pairs was superb. I've heard that Allen Lewis, 77pts Stableford 1. Andy Finally, it remains for me to remind The winners in the Texas scramble the BBC are putting a quote in for cov- Peel, 34pts; 2. Shaun Pritchard, 33pts. you of the Christmas tournament and who took home the LMS Trophy erage next year in place of the PGA Guests 1. John Burns (pro Bull Bay) AGM to be held at Sutton Coldfield were:- N. Hewson, M. Smith, P Fell. matchplay. Seriously though, I do 29pts; 2. Ken Baker 27pts. Trade yet Golf Club on Wednesday 6th Second were M. Wood, T. Luffman think that it's time for a review of hand- again, Andy Cornes, Acorn December. and G. McDonald. Nearest to Pin went icaps- any volunteers? Many thanks to Equipment, with a storming 27pts. On October 26 the Midland Section to Nick Smith and Longest Drive was Mark Stidwell, of Rigby Taylor, for his Longest drive, member, George held an informative talk at Fulford won by Russ Moody (Shortest Drive help organising this event and for the Whitby and guest, John Burns (again). Heath GC. The day was sponsored by went to Adrian Kitchinson) trophy and prizes. Let's hope next Thanks go to Bull Bay for offering us Rigby Taylor, Grass Science & Abbey The first of the evening education year's pairs competition is as equally the use of their splendid course; to Mowers (TORO). The numbers were seminars sponsored by Lawn Mower successful. Ian Roberts seemed to have Andy Peel and his team for the prepa- limited so the representative of the Services was held at Newark GC. had a very good month, not only being ration and presentation of the course; sponsors delivered the information as Unfortunately John Neil of Supreme a part of the winning team in the afore- the bar staff for the liquid refreshment they were going around the golf cours- Grinding had to pull out the day before mentioned, but he has also been and the caterers for an excellent meal. es. The committee would like to thank the seminar. We thank Sam McLean promoted from First Assistant to Thanks also go to our trade sponsors Steve Blakeman, Tony Cheese, Andrea for standing in at short notice. Sam Deputy Head at Ellesborugh GC. Well Paul Walker, ALS, John Osman, Acorn, Fleetwood from Rigby Taylor, Andy who works for Bernhard and Company done Ian! Also, congratulations to Alun Gem, Sports World, Aitkens and Cole from Grass Science, Mick Shaw, Grinding talked about grinding tech- Wright* of T.H. Whites, for being Major R Owen, without who, the prize Bob Pilsbury, Mike Corbett from niques and was followed by a practical named Textron European Salesman of table would not be anywhere near as Abbey Mowers for all their help and demonstration on grinding. Gerry the year, for the second year running. good. financial sponsorship. Solthgate of Textron spoke on the Before I sign off I'd just like to thank

28 Greenkeeper International December 2000 Thames Valley Police for catching the provided the prizes which went to the Thanks to everybody who made the little sods that broke into my sheds, following people: 1. Wayne Tysoe, Mid effort to turn up, the numbers were a and for letting me off for speeding last Herts GC 36 points; 2. lim Houghton, little disappointing but I hope to see a Sunday There is hope! See you all Pytchley Golf Centre 34 points; 3 . Paul few more greenkeepers at the Turkey soon. Greenhalgh, Berkhamsted 33 points. Trot on Friday 15 December at Jon Scoones Tel: 01189 723334 Longest Drive and Nearest the Pin Littlehampton GC. I will be reporting were both won by Steve Mason, from on this in the January issue, alongwith East Midlands East Anglia Mount Pleasant Golf Club. details of our AGM and Texas This year's Rigby Taylor East It was a very windy and rainy day The Section's Annual General Scramble, which was held at Haywards Midlands v Midlands Section golf when our small band of wanderers Meeting followed the presentation and Heath GC on 2 November. So let me match was held at Coxmoor GC on went to play at Waldringfield Heath the resulting elected members of the be the first to wish everybody a Merry October 9. The day started misty but GC. Despite the heavy rain during the committee were: Chairman, Colin Christmas and a Happy 2001 .Thanks. then cleared into a fine sunny morn- previous night, Keith Titshall and his Robinson - Secretary/Treasurer, Gerald Gary Ogilvie ing, before heavy rain ruined the day greenkeeping team had made a splen- Bruce - Fixtures Secretary, Richard The morning greensomes match was did effort to produce a course of high Saunders - Regional Representative, Surrey won by four games to one, with Pete quality This has become the rule rather Paul Lockett - other committee mem- Although there is not much to write Billings and Dave Leatherland winning than the exception with all our meet- bers, Steve Mason, David Forsyth, about this month I am pleased to the one game for our Section. The after- ings. I would like to thank Keith and John Wells. report from Chipstead GC the birth of noon singles matches were started all the staff at Waldrinfield Heath GC Gerald Bruce reported that the Andy Davey's first child, a daughter, before the course was closed with the for their help in making the day a very Section has a total of 256 members Laura. Laura was eight weeks prema- East Midlands ahead in many games. successful one. I would also thank Matt and thanked the sponsors of our fix- ture and weighed in at 41b 2ozs. Stuart However, the match was quite rightly Bartrum and Toni Nelli, from Bartrum ture card - George Browns and Turner Woods from Roehampton Club is also decided on the Greensomes results, Mowers, for their sponsorship of the Groundcare. now a proud father or a little girl called with the Midlands Section again the day and their continual support of the The following golf clubs have been Megan Michaela. Congratulations to victorious side. Congratulations should section. Although only 26 members booked for next year's four seasonal them both. go to the Midland Section who have turned up for the match, everyone events - Overstone Park, Harpenden, From Puttenham Golf Club the news now won the shield on nine of the 12 seemed to enjoy themselves very Letchworth and Dunstable Downs. of a wedding, Nicola has made an hon- occasions. much. On to the winners: 0 - 9 H/cap Gerald also submitted a balance sheet est man of James Andrews. Let's hope I would like to thank Coxmoor GC 1. P Howard 33 points; 2. M. Virley, which shows the Section to be in a it does not affect his swing! for hosting the event and to the Head 31 points; 3. N. Brewster 28 points, healthy financial position. Richard Brian Willmott Greenkeeper and his staff for providing on countback. 10-18 H/cap 1. M. then gave a report on all the golf days us with an excellent course and to the Broughton 39 points, and overall win- completed this year and mentioned the Steward for a really great meal - not for- ner of the day; 2.1. Willett 27 points winners. getting our sponsors for the day Rigby o/c; J. Timms 27 points 19 - 28 H/cap Two items were put to the vote in Taylor. Also I would like to add my own 1. K Titshall 36 points; 2. A. Hollins "any other business." (1) that there thanks to all the members of both 31 points; 3. J. Pymer 29 points. Guest should be at least two greenkeepers per teams. Our own Section was repre- and Trade 1. S. Ayles 36 points; 2. R. team entered for the Christmas Texas sented by the following members, Jeff Baker 31 points; 3. C. Savage 30 points Scramble event. (2) That the cost of Dickinson, Russell Allen, Pete Billings, o/c. Longest Drive P Howard, Nearest next year's spring, summer and South Coast Dave Leatherland, Ian Needham, Adi the Pin 2nd. J. Pymer, Nearest the Pin autumn tournaments for members Tony Gadd's given up the Around the Porter, Antony Bindley, Steve Levers, 10th R. Barney under 25 should be £15. Both were Greens report in the magazine, so it falls Chris Weir and our Chairman, Gavin Our thanks go out to our main spon- approved. upon me to have a bash at it, and I Robson. sor Bartrum Mowers and our other Frank Scullion, from Dunstable would like to start by wishing everyone Finally at long last, I can publish the sponsors Rushbrook & Sons, Downs, expressed his disappointment a very happy Christmas. Yes it really is results of our Questionnaire and I would Greensports, Sisis, Atterton & Ellis that entries for the Lodgeway Four Ball that time or year again, where did the like to thank all our members who took Ltd. were down and that some people had summer go I hear you all ask? All I know the time to complete the form. 133 Ron Goldsmith, the Golf Club Vice failed once again to play their match- is that it certainly didn't visit Salisbury forms were sent out and 48 were Captain, welcomed us to the club and es. Why do these people bother Three new members were welcomed returned. Five thought Section events helped to present the prizes. Thank entering? The whole competition will onto the committee at the November were too expensive; 42 said that they you Ron for helping to make the day be reviewed by the committee, to see meeting, those were Carl Horrax, were value for money; 20 paid their own By the time you read this the if it is worth running next year, or pos- Course Manager at Salisbury and South subscriptions and 27 did not. Of the 27 Regional Seminar will have taken sibly changing the format. Watch this Wilts; Trevor Simons, from Gem, and who did not, 14 said they would pay place. I do hope it went well. The AGM space! myself, Mike Cartwright, Deputy their own and 13 would not. 14 mem- and Turkey Trot will take place at Paul Lockett Course Manager from Salisbury bers would like more golf tournaments Thorpeness Hotel and Golf Club on All the year's events are over now, so and 29 did not; 15 wanted more lec- December 19. It will involve a Texas Sussex I'll just remind you of a couple of things tures/seminars and 23 did not; 10 would Scramble in teams of three, followed A blustery day welcomed us at the happening early in the New Year. The like more social events and 38 would by Christmas Lunch and then the Worthing GC for the BIGGA Sussex first is the Section seminar at Sparsholt. not. 34 were aware of their membership AGM. On a personal note I have been autumn meeting on September 27. Speakers include Jim Arthur; Stella benefits and 10 were not. If you would informed that I shall become a The day was sponsored by Sheerwater Inglethorpe, from Grassroots, and Mark like any further information on the Grandad next May Christine and I are Leisure, so thanks to Mark Wilton for Hunt, from Headland. The cost of the questionnaire results, please give me a very happy about the prospect. their prizes. Also I would like to thank day will be £15 for members and £22 ring. Hope to see you all at the AGM Ian Evans, the Secretary at Worthing for non-members. Please could every- Next year's Go-Kart evening has been Ian Willett for their hospitality and a special one get there for 9.30 am for a 10am arranged for Wednesday February 21 thanks goes to Rob Short and all his start. at the Wymeswold Industrial Estate. Mid Anglia staff for producing a very fine course The first Golf Day in 2001 will be This again has been generously spon- The autumn golf meeting was held with very fast greens. held at the Army Golf Club, Aldershot. sored by Toro. For farmer details please in September at Mid Herts GC, over Although George Barr and Raymond The cost for the day will be £21, the read future Around the Green articles. 18 holes, It was disappointing to note Day won't thank Robert for the long price includes morning coffee, lunch, Finally I would like to wish all our that only 22 people entered and sup- rough! They managed to lose 15 balls dinner and 27 holes of golf. A bargain! members a Merry Christmas and a ported the event, which must be one between them. People who fail to turn up for the day, Happy New Year and on behalf of all of our lowest turnouts ever. Those who My playing partner, Derek or cancel close to the day will still have the members I would like to thank all did attend, however, enjoyed a fine Farrington, BIGGA's South East to pay the full amount to cover the costs those companies who sponsored the day's golf over an excellent course in Regional Administrator, must have charged by the club. This will apply for section over the last 12 months. Toro- super condition. Thanks to Dave drunk too much brandy out of his hip all future Golf Days as well.Westurf will Go-Kart evening. E T Breakwell's Forsyth and his team for all their flask as he was disqualified for not sign- take place on April 12. This will be held Spring Tournament. Barenbrug, East efforts. The golf was followed by a ing his card. Only joking Derek! at West Point again, with it being held Midlands v East of England Golf superb meal, and bearing in mind the Now the results. Div.One. 1. Mark a little later in the year the weather Match. Banks Amenity Products - refurbishment going on in the club- Thistleton 36 pts; 2. Mike Ground, 32 should be better, so we hope to see more Autumn Tournament. Rigby Taylor - house, we were looked after very well. pts. On count back. Div Two. 1. Matt of you there. Watch this space next East Midlands v Midlands Section Golf So thanks to Mid Herts for their hos- Crossley, 37 pts; 2. Stefan Antolik 35 month for the cheapest night out in Match and Christmas Tournament and pitality pts. Trade/Guest 1. Mark Reed 35 pts. Exeter, £40 for a Banquet Dinner, Bed Vitax Ltd - AGM Tournament. Our main sponsors, Driving force 2. myself 29 Pts. The longest walk went and Breakfast. Antony Bindley Leisure, represented by Dave Murphy to Mark Wilton with 16 Pts. Mike Cartwight Devon & Cornwall attended the meal and AGM. Thanks comed everyone to the conference, create a good impression of yourself Season's greetings to you all. The go to Karen and her catering team, and with Elliott introducing the speakers and to be prepared to change your Roffey's meeting was our first of the to Kevin James and his greenkeeping during the day Our first speaker was ideas on how golf courses can be run. autumn and winter programme which staff for attempting to get the course David Garland, Director of Tour Our own Frank Ainsworth talked on this year was held at Dainton Park GC playable, but alas finallybeate n by the Operations on the PGA European a career in Greenkeeping, which was on Wednesday October 25. The day weather. Tour, who talked on how the Tour very enjoyable and funny He also started as usual with golfing members The AGM turned out to be a lively expect a course to be turned out for an touched on some of his experiences on competing for the D.O Hunt Trophy and vociferous affair with many issues event. There were some interesting tips courses which he had helped build or The non-golfing members were treat- and concerns being raised, some of to be had on how a course should be worked at. ed to an excellent guided tour of the which are too hot to be printed on this cut etc. and in particular, that the Tour Gordon Child reflected on a lifetime course & clubhouse facilities by Head page. With myself and Secretary Chris didn't demand greens to be shaved, as in greenkeeping contrasting the past Greenkeeper, Buster Lewer. After an Jack stepping down from our positions, long as they were smooth and consis- with the present day before Jim Arthur excellent lunch Don Hunt, on behalf two places on the committee needed tent. took to the platform with his forth- of Roffeys, presented the prizes for the to be filled. Members of the commit- Chris Kennedy, Course Manager right and pungent views. The golf singles Stableford golf competition for tee went on the search for fresh faces, from Wentworth, then spoke on what bodies in turn were the subject of crit- the D.O Hunt trophy 1. Andy Parker, and within a short space of time, a is required from the course and Course ical comment and Jim left little doubt Crediton, 38pts on back 9; 2. Gerald number of victims could be seen cow- Manager when the Tour hold an event where he stood in relation to both golf- Ayliffe, Wrangaton, 38pts; 3. Kevin ering in the dark corners of the at Wentworth. This paper was quite ing politics and greenkeeping practice. Dymond, Mortehoe & Wollacombe, clubhouse pinned down by the com- amazing as I am sure no-one thought The last speaker was Peter Jones, who 38pts. After the prize presentation Ken mittee, with arms twisted behind their there was just as much work involved: delivered a very sensible guide to Richardson, BIGGA Education & back. from course presentation, to setting up Greenkeeping. From this paper there Training Manager, gave an excellent Hopefully, new faces on the com- TV camera stands, to weather condi- was definitely something to learn and talk on the new BIGGA website and mittee will include Kevin James, taking tions, to someone having a heart attack take away thoughts to digest later. the internet. Ken also answered ques- over as Secretary, and John Jarvis, tak- on the course. A final word for our sponsors. Your tions on current educational issues. ing over Education and Training. David Maclndoe, Course Manager support was greatly appreciated and we The Section would like to express its Anthony Knight was elected as Team from Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, hope that we'll see you back sponsor- gratitude to the day's sponsors, Roffeys Captain, John Keenaghan, as Vice- gave his account of traditional green- ing our next conference. It was indeed \md Don Hunt, for their support and Captain, and Martin Samuel as Trade keeping and the problems he has a day that I'm sure will be talked about to David Wood, the owner of Dainton Representative. Dave Bougen will also encountered with weather and massive for a very long time. Park GC, for allowing the Section use take over as Fixtures Secretary from land slides. While building the course, Iain Harrison of his excellent facilities, also our Terry Humphrey The Committee thousands of tons of earth completely thanks and congratulations to Buster thanked Terry for all his hard work in engulfed a new green and tee, which and his team who have kept the course what is an often-thankless task trying not only involved a lot of hard work playable during the wettest October on to persuade clubs to let us have cour- to clear, but also a lot of heartache. record. Special thanks to Ken for mak- tesy of the course and provide us with John Quinn MG, Director of Golf at ing the long trip down to the Section good food at low cost. Elmwood College, talked on how oth- and presenting an excellent talk. Terry was able to announce the er people in the club perceive you and Thanks also to all the staff at Dainton venues for next year's golfing calendar. your staff; and how important it is to See you all next year! for maiding the Section feel so welcome. This will start of with the Winter The Barenbrug Seeds meeting will be Tournament at Stinchcombe on our first meeting in the New Year and February 28, followed by events at will be held at Royal North Devon GC Thoulestone Park; Woodspring; The on Wednesday, January 31. The morn- Manor House; The Kendleshire; ing will start with a singles Stableford Cumberwell Park and Cotswold Hills. golf competition with starting times John Keenaghan also announced from 9.30am. The usual course walk plans to introduce more varied com- EVERGREENS UK for non golfers will leave the clubhouse petitions including Texas scrambles at approximately 10.30am. and also an inter golf club competition Tel: 01572 768208 Have you booked your place on the for greenkeepers. Region's package to BTME 2001, Finally, with BTME coming up, it is www.evergreensuk.com which includes transport, accommo- important to contact Paula Humphries dation and entry to the BTME show if you are thinking of booking a place & Seminars, There's only a few places for the trip. left so hurry. Paul Cunningham. Richard Whyman

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1 White Horse Cottages, Silverhill, Hurst Green, TEL: 01695 422144 Etchingham, East Sussex TN19 7QA WORTH Q Lawns G% DRAINING Growers of Quality Turf VERTIDRAINING and Q Master (no ryegrass) for HOLLOW CORING HIRE Distance no object Golf Greens, Croquet Lawns Contact Peter Bloodworth Cornbecks Farm, Irnham, Grantham, Q Lawn (with ryegrass) for Name Lincolnshire. Tel/Fax: 01476 550266 General Landscaping & Retail or Paul Simpson, Manager Club/Company Tel: 01476 585 549 Mobile: 0797 450 4793 Quality Service with next day Address Nationwide Deliveries Quality Fair Prices - CONTACT THE No Hidden Costs PROFESSIONALS FREEPHONE 0500 432 120 Tel: 0845 70 23 979 Tel: Fax: OR 0780 125 6767 Fax: 01842 827911 DAY OR NIGHT Email: ISO 9002 - TGA certified turf FOR ALL TYPES OF AERATION, Please note: The deadline for inclusion in the January 2001 Official Suppliers to CULTIVATION AND SEEDING, Royal Botanic Gardens KEW Classified section is, Fnday, December 8, 2000 CONTACT MICHAEL SEWARD AT www.qlawns.co.uk SEWARD TURF MAINTENANCE Send your completed order form to: Cheryl Broomhead, Greenkeeper International, BIGGA Email: [email protected] YORK HOUSE, Aldwark, Aine, York Y061 1UF, or alternatively fax the form to us on 01347 833802 Recruitment THE FULLWELL GOLF CLUB

require a Head Greenkeeper/ Course Manager

For their 18 hole parkland course

Fulwell is a private members club, established in 1904.

The successful applicant will possess the appropriate qualifications and be experienced in all aspects of golf course management, with the skills to supervise an established greenkeeping team.

Salary and conditions negotiable. Excellent 3 bedroom accommodation is provided on site.

Applications in writing together with your C. V. should be addressed to:

Secretary, Fulwell Golf Club, Wellington Road, Hampton Hill, Middlesex TW12 1JY

DOONBEG GOLF CLUB, LTD.

DOONBEG GOLF CLUB WOULD LIKE TO INVITE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS FOR ABRIDGE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Require an SENIOR ASSISTANT GREENKEEPERS AT AN EXCITING NEW GREG GREENKEEPER NORMAN DESIGNED GOLF COURSE For their mature 18 hole parkland course ON THE WEST COAST OF IRELAND.

Applicants should have a minimum of two years PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS IN WRITING WITH experience and have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. FULL C.V. AND SALARY EXPECTATIONS TO: Spraying Certificates an advantage.

Apply with full CV to GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT, DOONBEG GOLF COURSE, DOONBEG, The Manager, Abridge Golf & Country Club, Epping Lane, CO.CLARE, REP. IRELAND Stapleford Tawney, Essex RM4 1ST Recruitment CAMARTHEN GOLF CLUB A MOOR/PARKLAND COURSE

Requires a SUPERVISOR GREENKEEPER The successful applicant will possess the relevant experience and qualifications necessary for the position as well as a positive approach and the ability to motivate staff. Salary negotiable and commensurate with the position Full CV including current salary and hand written letter of application in the first instance to:

The Secretary/Manager Carmarthen Golf Club, Blaenycoed Road, Camarthen, West Wales SA33 6EH

ABERDOUR GOLF CLUB Requires a JE GreeSPECIALIST AMENITn PridY PRODUCTeS F ASSISTANT GREENKEEPER EXPANDING COMPANY - EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES Applicants should have at least 3 years experience in all aspects of We are looking for experienced sales/marketing people to promote and Greenkeeping and a thorough knowledge of machinery maintenance and extend existing business in the East Midlands. This comes at a time when planned expansion into the amenity and local authority sectors will be taking automatic irrigation systems. Qualification up to NVQ level 2 or equivalent. place, creating opportunities for innovative new products to be marketed. The successful applicant will be required to take over all the duties of the Head Greenkeeper in his absence at this popular 18-hole village course. A BASIS Certificate and practical knowledge of pesticides is important espe- Salary by negotiation according to experience. cially when coupled with initiative and an ability to work closely with a highly motivated team. A full remuneration package is on offer. Apply in writing with CV to; Applications should be made in writing, including a full CV which will be Gilleas McCallum, Administrator, Aberdour Golf Club, treated in the strictest confidence, to Duncan Beali, General Manager, Seaside Place, Aberdour Fife KY3 OTX Green Pride Ltd, Odder Farmhouse, Saxilby Road, Burton, Lincoln LNi 2BB.

PALAZZO ARZAGA - ITALY ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT PALAZZO ARZAGA is one of the WORLD'S FINEST 5 STAR GOLF RESORTS 18 Holes designed by Jack Nicklaus II and 9 Holes designed by ASSISTANT Gary Player. Situated between Milan and Venice near Lake Garda.

The successful candidate will be working.for one of the most mod- HEAD GROUNDSMAN ern Golf resort in Europe with fully equiped maintenance facilities COMPETITIVE SALARY and should have the following attributes: Guards Polo Club, set in Windsor Great Park is the largest polo club in Europe and plays host to some of the sport's most prestigious tournaments including attracting * Excellent supervision and training skills. over 20,000 visitors for The Cartier International Day, a major event in the UK * Excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to sporting calendar. Polo is one of the world's fastest growing sports and the club speak Italian will be an advantage. which has recently transferred from military to civilian management is now * Experience of highest standards of Golf course presentation. embarking on an ambitious development programme. * Self-motivated, enthusiastic and hard-working person. We now wish to appoint a well-qualified greenkeeper to take a leading role in * Experience in managing creeping bentgrass golf courses. developing all our grounds. We see this as an exciting opportunity to broaden your professional experience as part of a high calibre team who share a strong Remuneration package will be discussed according to experience. commitment to the success of the club. The appointment will be for an initial period of two years. Reporting to the Head Groundsman you will have an excellent knowledge of grounds management with a proven track record in turf care and horticulture. You will probably be qualified to at least NVQ level 3. Well developed supervisory, Application in writing with full CV to: communication skills and a current driving licence are all essential. Sylvain Duval - Golf Course Superintendent, Palazzo Arzaga, Carzago di Calvagese Delia Riviera 25080 (B.S) ITALY Please contact our retained recruitment consultant Jamie Fagan at Conundrum on 01747 841144 for an initial discussion. Recruitment i i BOUGHTON GOLF CLUB BASINGSTOKE GOLF CLUB 1 Requires a ASSISTANT GREENKEEPER QUALIFIED GREENKEEPER To join their young and enthusiastic team on this new Kent course. Applicants must be fully experienced in all aspects of modern greenkeeping Applications are invited from hard working enthusiastic greenkeepers who should and have a thorough knowledge of machine maintenance. have at least 3 years experience and be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Also holding Phase I and Phase II greenkeeping qualifications along with Salary and conditions negotiable. PA1 and PA2A Spraying Certificates. Please reply in writing to: Apply in confidence with full CV to: Head Greenkeeper, Boughton Golf Club, Brickfield Lane, The Secretary/Manager, Basingstoke Golf Club, Kempshott Park, Boughton, Faversham, Kent ME13 9AJ Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 7LL

KIRKBYMOORSIDE GOLF CLUB REDBOURN GOLF CLUB & DRIVING RANGE NORTH YORKSHIRE ' Require a Invite application for the post of GREENKEEPER

HEAD GREENKEEPER NVQ I and II trained. Spraying certificate an advantage. To commence 1st February or as soon as possible thereafter. Minimum qualifications NVQ level 3 or equivalent. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, conscientious The successful applicant should display excellent man management skills as and able to work well with an established successful team. well as being "hands on", together with experience in all aspects of modern Further training will be available. greenkeeping. Salary and conditions negotiable. No accommodation.

Apply in own writing to: Please apply in writing with CV to:- Mr N Collins, General Manager, PO Box 376, Kirkbymoorside Golf Club, Manor Vale, Kirkbymoorside, Redbourn, Herts, AL3 7ZX York, North Yorkshire, Y062 6EG

b TEXTRON TURF CARE AND SPECIALTY PRODUCTS

Textron Turf Care and Specialty Products is part of the Industrial division of Textron, i an innovative, market-leading, global corporation, turning over more than $11.6 billion per year. Regional Sales Managers Service & Sales Manager UK & Ireland Singapore

With a portfolio of recognised brand names We are also seeking to recruit a multi-skilled such as Ransomes, Jacobsen, Cushman, individual to work with our Asian distribution Ryan and E-Z-GO, Textron Turf Care & network, to be based in Singapore. This Specialty Products is looking to recruit position also requires knowledge of turf care individuals with experience, drive and machinery, especially in the field of product enthusiasm to work with our dealer network service. The ideal candidate will have in the UK and Ireland. A good knowledge experience working with distributors in a of the turf care industry would be an selling environment and the required advantage, as would experience of technical knowledge to understand product groundscare machinery. servicing requirements.

In the first instance, interested parties should send a CV and covering letter with current salary details to: Caroline Gumble, Human Resources Director, Textron Turf Care & Specialty Products, Central Avenue, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 9QG, UK. All applications should be received by 15 December 2000. Strictly no agencies. MU H IS09002 V INVESTOR IN PEOPLE „glSEE 'T...AS,Sef^

December '98; Toro Awards, Environment Awards, The Appliance of Chairman Science, Engines, Architects, BTME Preview January '99; Pesticide Usage, Life in Colorado, Lyshott Heath GC, Worm Research, Stylo Matchmaker profile, Temporary Greens February '99; Westerham GC; R&A questionaire results; Finland; grass cutting; BTME99 Review; Bernhard and Co March '99; Loch Lomond, Worm update, GrassRoots, Softspikes, Maintenance facilities, Environment review, Architecture April '99; Carden Park, Telecommunications, Water Management, Rolawn, Seeds May '99; Security, Bude and North and tide... Cornwall GC, Spraying Regulations, Time Jim Arthur, The Acid Theory, a paper, the title to be chosen by through the whole competition. So Amenity Technology profile David, at a Conference held by SGM many greenkeepers and students have June '99; Thorpeness GC, on October 17. His choice of subject gained so much from the Toro Awards Millennium Bug Busting, Irrigation, was 'BIGGA assisting in adding value over the years both in a learning capac- Scotts profile, Company adaptability to the product you provide.' This was ity and in the confidence it has imbued July '99; Carnoustie, Golf Course aimed at greenkeepers and club offi- them with. Sadly Bob Buckingham, of Furniture, Spike Research, Toro cials. At first glance I thought this is Toro, could not be with us at the Awards profile, BIGG A Silent Auction not easy but it soon clicked into place. as his son had taken seriously ill. Our August '99; Viscount Whitelaw To add value to any product you have best wishes for a speedy recovery to your tribute; Open review; Merrist Wood; to improve that product and this is son Bob, (I was able to speak with Bob Saltex preview; Turf; Trees; Grass Cutting; BIGGA Golf Day review; accomplished by improving the peo- at Scotsturf and am pleased to say that Redexim profile ple providing the product and this is the young Mr Buckingham is well on September '99; Slaley Hall; Tyres; what BIGGA is about giving green- his way to a full recovery) Spotlight on Thatch; Elmwood keepers the opportunities to extend So on to 8th and 9th November for College Awards; National their knowledge through further edu- the Scotsturf show which this year had Championship preview cation and providing us with the added another hall to accommodate October '99; The Manor House, meeting places for discussion. My more stands and certainly seemed to Castle Combe; Aeration; Saltex thanks to David and his staff for an review; Mycorrhizas; Toro Award bring more life to a show which had preview I remember as a young lad the floods excellent conference with many fine become a bit static in recent years. Like of 1947. At that age it was exciting to speakers. all shows a great meeting place to see November '99; Sir Michael Bonallack interview; The Pines GC; watch dead sheep and cows and even A week later and I was in Northern friends old and new and it was nice to Oil; Bunkers; National Championship 60 foot trees being swept downstream Ireland to chair the NI section confer- see some old retired faces, like Cecil review through the centre of my hometown. ence. It was a full house, there to hear George and Jimmy Neilson. Jimmy is December '99; Agronomy; Security; Watching the television pictures of the a first class array of speakers from the recovering from an operation and I am Environment Competition Winner; flooding in the past two weeks one can European Tour and Wentworth experi- pleased to say he's looking pretty good. Toro Award Winners only feel sympathy for all the victims of ences, from David Garland and Chris Unfortunately I missed Barry Heaney January 2000; Greens Construction; these torrents of water. Golf courses are Kennedy, through to an excellent finish but I know you were there Barry I was Awkward Jobs; Sandy McDivot; not important in the scheme of things by Peter Jones. also pleased to have the chance to have Agronomy; Toro Award review when conditions are as bad as they have My congratulations to Graham lunch with Past Chairman George February 2000; BTME2000 review; been,the care of lives and homes are Wyllie, NI Chairman and his team who Malcolm. The BIGGA stand was very Committed to Green interview; Rookery Park GC; Engines; Chairman's profile; obviously the priorities. However as along with Sami from HQ brought busy and Pauline, from HQ and Peter Environmental Management things return to normal, which hope- together such a quality platform and Boyd along with some help from some fully they will soon, I am sure there are of the Scottish Region men are to be March 2000; Cleobury Mortimer GC; organised the whole event. As usual the Course Furniture; R&A Conference some of you out there who will return hospitality was, well what can I say, Irish, congratulated on their efforts. Report; Cutting heights; Avoncrop pro- to your courses which have also been second to none and thanks again to I nave had a few interested inquiries file; Valderrama report; Westurf preview flooded. I have never experienced it so Graham and a special thanks to Frank during the year about the name of my April 2000; Fortrose & Rosemarkie GC; I don't know what it is like and all I can Ainsworth and the Templepatrick club - Tulliallan - some thought it was Utility Vehicles; Irrigation; Seed breeding; do, and I'm sure I speak on behalf of all Hilton for a great night. unusual but I'm sure there are many Gem Professional profile. your fellow members, is offer you moral At the end of October there was one more unusual than that and I came May 2000; Ross-on-Wye GC; Top support and sympathy Humour can be of the highlights of the BIGGAyear, cer- across a couple of crackers recently The Dressing; Course Mapping; Compact a great way of making a bad situation Tractors tainly so for the finalists in the Toro first was Garden of Gods Club and the seem better and I bet there are a few Award for excellence in Greenkeeping other my favourite IOssing Camels Golf June 2000; National Championship good stories to be heard of greenkeep- and the Toro Student of the Year Award. Course. preview; Spraying; World Education ing staff rowing to switch the greens and Conference review; Environmental The results and report are elsewhere, suf- How about it? Let's hear you top that. Management; Mowers golfers wondering why you haven't fice for me to say that the judges headed I should say they are both American pumped the several million gallons of July 2000; Open Championship by Andy Brown, of Toro, and Graham courses, of course! Preview; Dougal Duguid Court Case water off the course. I'm sure Scott Dale and Peter Mansfield, of Lely, all I would just like to finish by wishing Report; Pest Control; Aventis profile; would love to hear some of your commented on the excellent standard each and every one of you and all your Course Conditioning humourous and frustrating stories after achieved by all the contestants.These families a very happy Christmas and August 2000; Open Championship you have all returned to normal. events have a certain aura about them, best wishes for a dry New Year. review; Water Features; Saltex preview; As I sit typing this, and I look upward there is tension as we all await the results This quote may be aimed at those suf- Charcoal; Malone GC; Royal County Down; Grand Tour Scholarship for divine inspiration as to what to say but the genuine congratulations afford- fering from the effects of flooding but next, my eye catches the BIGGA cal- ed to the winners showed how well all can equally apply to anyone. September 2000; Blowers and Sweepers; Berkshire College Academy; endar open as it should be at November those involved had gelled together in National Championship roundup; Gordon and a picture of Titirangi Golf Club in the short time in each others company The best bridge between McKillop interview; Winter health checks New Zealand. I have played there so it The other most satisfying point was that despair and hope is a October 2000; Toro Awards Preview; brought back memories, but what is every finalist that I spoke to said how good night's sleep Ronald Fream; Irrigation; Saltex Review; most striking is how dry it is with burnt much they felt they had benefited from Pest Control; Woburn GC fairways ana the comparison with what the whole event even if they had not November 2000; Grass Cutting we are suffering now. Never mind roll won. Machinery; Clandeboye GC; Drainage; on next summer. 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