Golf course management to discuss regional water challenges and viable solutions
Charleston, S.C. – The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA), the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) and the Southern California Golf Association (SCGA) are pleased to announce the new Colorado Basin Golf & Water Summit, a one-day event designed to provide golf course professionals with historical, current and forward-looking research, perspectives and guidance as it relates to water usage. The Colorado Basin Golf & Water Summit will be held Thursday, October 12 at the Vdara Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas, NV; view the developing agenda and speaker list, as well as sponsors and hotel information at bit.ly/Golf_Water_Summit.In just one full day of education, attendees will be briefed on current federal and state-level policies, the impact of water reduction/restriction, and what the future holds for these affected states. Education will also include discussion of the best long- and short-term practices for maintaining operations and keeping golf course businesses viable, as well as how to communicate water usage changes to customers. Attendees will be introduced to effective agronomic technologies, and resources available from the state and federal governments to assist with these significant capital investments.“The results of the Colorado River negotiations will affect golf courses from the Colorado and Utah areas all the way to the Pacific Ocean,” said Whitey O’Malley, owner and general manager at Saddleback Golf Club in Firestone, Colorado. “Even if courses pull water from a well, they’ll likely see significant changes in the amount and timing of pulling that water. This Water Summit is where we’re going to learn how to water a 150-acre golf course when faced with more and more watering restrictions.”This business-critical event is also supported by various allied organizations including the PGA of America, the United States Golf Association, Arizona Golf Alliance and many others. Golf course owners, operators, managers and golf agronomy professionals in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming are welcome to register at bit.ly/Golf_Water_Summit.
About the NGCOA
The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) is the leading authority on the business of golf course ownership and management. The association represents and promotes the interests of golf courses as the principal businesses and economic assets of the game of golf. The not-for-profit organization is the only trade association dedicated exclusively to golf course owners and operators. Through advocacy, education and information resources, purchasing programs and networking opportunities, the NGCOA helps golf course owners and operators run more successful businesses. For more information or to join, visit ngcoa.org or call 800-933-4262.
About GCSAA
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is a leading golf organization in the United States. Its focus is on golf course management, and since 1926 GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the U.S. and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 19,000 members in more than 78 countries. The association’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and improve communities through enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at gcsaa.org or find us on Facebook or Twitter. Visit our industry-leading magazine at GCMonline.com.
About the SCGA
The Southern California Golf Association (SCGA) is devoted to providing all Southland golfers with the best experience possible. Its primary goal is to enhance the enjoyment of the game for those who actively live the golf lifestyle or have just learned to swing a club. Advocating on behalf of our community of passionate golfers, the SCGA provides accessible and affordable opportunities for anyone looking to be involved with the game. Whether crowning champions at amateur tournaments or providing a Handicap Index to track a golfer’s progress, the SCGA is committed to providing exceptional service to its members. Learn more at scga.org.Media Contacts:NGCOA: Renée Flowers, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, rflowers@ngcoa.orgGCSAA: Angela Hartmann, Director, Communications, ahartmann@gcsaa.org or Mike Strauss, Media Relations Manager, mstrauss@gcsaa.orgSCGA: Adam Hawk, Assistant Director, Communications, ahawk@scga.org
