Environmental management is a bit of a “buzz word” in our line of work, and for good reason. Within our inner circles of
the golf industry, we realize how responsible we are with nutrient and water
management, habitat development, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Best
Management Practices (BMPs), and so forth. And while many of our golfing
constituents see these practices embraced and employed each time they hit the
links, that may not be true of the general public and our
legislators.
The
point is, perception is reality; but perception isn’t always aligned with
reality. We find ourselves in an era where words like
sustainability, going green, organic and stewardship are used to describe
practices that govern many industries across the board. And while I think many
of us embrace our environmental progressiveness, we need to do a better job of
communicating it.
That’s
why GCSAA is seeking your help in gathering data about our water and
conservation practices. Collected data will be compared to information gathered
in 2006 and used to gain a picture of water and environmental stewardship in
the profession.
Complete the survey online until Nov. 17 »
For more information, please visit the Golf Course Environmental Profile overview. I want to encourage all golf course superintendents (GCSAA members and
non-members) to be champions for this effort. Together, we can use this
material for the advocacy and betterment of our profession as we communicate
the good things happening on our golf
courses. And as always, thank you in advance for your commitment.
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