Message from the Organizing Committee

WCTA 59th Annual Conference & Trade Show
February 15-17, 2023
River Rock Casino Resort, Richmond, BC

Message from the Organizing Committee,

Welcome turf management conference and trade show goers, to BC’s largest casino resort, the impressive and unique, River Rock Resort and Show Theatre in Richmond, BC.

After a three year hiatus, we’re looking forward to getting together with turf managers from across a variety of sectors, plus suppliers and service providers, students, researchers, educators, life members, our education presenters and everyone who will be joining us in Richmond this February.  While virtual meetings have their place, it’s hard to beat the sights, sounds and feelings of immersive, real-world experiences!

To our turf management delegates, you have at your disposal all the major equipment, fertilizer, irrigation, accessory, amenity and every other important turf management products and services imaginable, live, in person and in real time.  After a long time apart, it’s a renewed opportunity to look, touch, feel, listen and find immediate answers to your burning questions, check out the new kit and catch up with friends and colleagues.  

To our suppliers, service providers and sponsors, thank you for supporting all turf management sectors, the trade show and of course the WCTA.  We work hard to provide the best possible opportunity for you to interact with hundreds of turf management personnel, all under one roof, and appreciate your participation.

To all those with a hand in helping organize and produce our largest annual undertaking, including WCTA Directors, staff and production team, thank-you for making tremendous efforts in putting all the pieces in their right places.

So enjoy and take full advantage of your opportunity in Richmond.  By attending, you’re showing an important commitment to your career, or maybe it’s just a terrible case of cabin fever, but whatever the reason, I’m looking forward to seeing you at the River Rock!

Gary Bartley
WCTA President & Conference Organizing Committee Chair