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The natural vegetative buffers are a distinguishing feature of the course. (Photo courtesy NC State University.)

University’s golf course receives Audubon recognition

June 18, 2013 By
NC State University officials have announced its Lonnie Poole Golf Course has passed strict sustainability standards to become a certified Audubon International Signature Golf Sanctuary and member of the organization’s Signature Program. The golf course joins Kansas State University’s Colbert ...

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The 19th Hole: Jeff Wetterling

June 1, 2013 By
CGCS //  Greenacres CC, Lawrence Township, N.J. So what’s your drink of choice? Well, a cold beverage of almost any kind will do. An Amstel Light, but if alcohol is not an option, a tall Arnold Palmer. How long have ...

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No better backpack

June 1, 2013 By
Every time I follow a man onto an airplane, I have backpack envy. ¶ It seems all the new backpacks have a place dedicated for a water bottle, a few extra pockets and maybe even a straw peeking out. My ...

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The Unfab Four

May 30, 2013 By
I was flipping through the new issue of Golfdom the other day. (That’s always a strange feeling after having spent several weeks sweating the contents of an issue and staring at it on a computer screen, to then read the ...

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Hunter recognizes irrigation professionals

May 24, 2013 By
Hunter Industries has recognized those who have made significant contributions to the irrigation industry. Its Trailblazer Award showcases professionals whose innovation, leadership, and forward thinking not only benefit Hunter Industries, but also the irrigation industry as a whole. The company–a ...

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Spotlight on: Angel Stadium’s Barney Lopas

May 23, 2013 By
Angel Stadium Head Groundskeeper Barney Lopas uses creativity and a lot of elbow grease to present a world-class playing surface.  As the home ballpark of Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Angel Stadium is one of the most ...

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