By Cal Drouin, BrettYoung
It was a small deed that was much appreciated by those in need of assistance. After the devastating floods hit Southern Alberta in June, time was of the essence to move water and silt off of grass as summer time temperatures were increasing and every day mattered.
Read more: Alberta Flood Victim Relief - Collaborative Effort by BrettYoung and Martin Equipment
Gord Montgomery
With the loss of life and the devastating after-effects of the flood waters that swept through, and over, southern Alberta in June, golf course closures sit far from the top of the list of priority items that have been lost and/or damaged.
Read more: Southern Alberta Golf Courses Hit Hard By Massive Floods - Kananaskis Images
Most WCTA Members probably don't realize the impact turf industry suppliers have in the support and success of our association. About 18% of our members are suppliers of goods and/or services to the sportsturf mangement industry.
The following individuals are active supporters and members of the WCTA and we hope you will support them in return:
(if you don't see your name listed here, let Leslie know at admin@wctaturf.com)
By Jerry Rousseau
This past June, Olds College officials circulated a memo amongst faculty and staff stating School of Environment programs were under review including Horticulture offerings. The review comes on the heels of an Alberta government budget cutback which reduced the college’s program government funding by 7% and includes all programs listed in the School of Environment related to the Horticulture industry: LGAP, Environmental Horticulture, Production Horticulture, B.App. Science (all three majors), and Turfgrass Management.
By Jerry Rousseau
The sun was shining brightly for the first ever, City of Victoria Sportsfield Day held at Royal Athletic Park (RAP) on May 8th. Ken Hilchey, Supervisor of Operations for the Parks Division, had everything to do with making the event a huge success along with several Parks staff and even some family help from his wife Kristina and daughter Alanna.
Read more: City of Victoria Sports Field Day – Royal Athletic Park