Election Slate 2025 PAGCS Business Meeting: Monday, October 27, 2025 Location: Whitemarsh Valley Country Club Time: 6 p.m. President, Pat Michener, Bidermann Golf Course Vice President, Tim Edwards, Rivercrest …
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And the Eb Steiniger goes to… John Gosselin, Head of Grounds, Aronomink Golf Club The Board of Directors of the Philadelphia Association of Golf Course Superintendents (PAGCS) is proud to …
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Dear Colleagues, Welcome first and foremost to our Centennial Year of Celebration. The years of planning for this monumental achievement have focused on three main themes: recognize who and what …
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Greetings, Please enjoy the latest edition of The Bonnie Greensward. This issue pays tribute to PAGCS sponsor partners, that together form the backbone that enables the Association to thrive. CLICK HERE FOR …
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Please enjoy and share the latest efforts by the Association to advance the industry and build labor.
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PAGCS Awards Highest Honor to Matthew G. Shaffer Manufacturer’s Golf & Country Club, Dresher, PA—October 28, 2024 In true industry camaraderie and loyalty, well over 100 members and guests gathered …
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In September, the Association concludes 99 years and embarks on our Centennial Celebration. We encourage everyone to share memories, thoughts, experiences and input.
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Did you know we now offer two ways to enjoy the PAGCS’ award winning newsletter? –For those who prefer a magazine feel, CLICK HERE –If you prefer a PDF document, …
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November 2, 2023 Dear PAGCS Members, It is an honor to serve the Association for a second term as President. I appreciate the trust placed in myself and the Board …
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On Monday, May 8, during the PAGCS Member-Member Trophy Tournament at Coatesville Country Club, the Association proudly presented its highest honor, the Eb Steiniger Award, to Jerred Golden. [Pictured: Jerred …
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All of the awardees listed here represent the “best of the best” in the golf turf management industry. Fred Byrod -1990 William H. White -1991 Joseph M. Duich -1992 Donald …
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Let me start by saying it’s such an honor to be presented with the Eb Steiniger Award. For those that have not had the pleasure of meeting Eb, he was …
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PAGCS Member Jerred Golden, CGCS, to be Honored by PTC [from 2011 “Bonnie” newsletter, as interviewed by KL] On November 15, at the Penn State Golf Turf Conference, Jerred Golden …
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The PAGCS is looking forward to season 2025 and that it will celebrate as we turn 100! The PAGCS offers INDIVIDUAL memberships along with FACILITY and SPONSORSHIP Packages. Individual Memberships: …
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The PAGCS is a proud partner of First Tee — Greater Philadelphia, building the future of the industry, the game, and our world. Please consider a donation if you can. …
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Long-time Gold Sponsor Syngenta has announced the retirement of a few team members, including Michael Agnew and Lee Kozsey. Read on for excerpts from the press release and more info …
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WHO: Mike Kachurak, Industry Representative to the Board CAREER: Mike is currently an ISA Certified Arborist and Client Representative for Shreiner Tree Care. He enjoys meeting with people each day, …
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The Golf Championship is one of the Association’s premier events and offers a great opportunity to conduct the annual business meeting, as well. Please join us for a fun day …
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Click Here for full details: 22_GA_PAC_Chapter challenge_FINAL_R2 Please join us in a friendly competition to advocate for the game. GCSAAPAC is the only federal political action committee dedicated to golf …
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Henry Wetzel, with beloved dog, Bill, in June of 2000 on the course at St. Davids July 20, 1970 [first installment in the #HeadingTo100 series as the PAGCS prepares to …
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The PAGCS is proud to announce that longtime former Board member and former Sergeant-at-Arms Jim Stauring will receive the 2022 Eb Steiniger Award, the Association’s highest honor The award will …
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letter to members 5-22 Mottin or read below May 25, 2022 It is with a heavy heart that I send this letter today. There are no words during this difficult …
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PAGCS Net Match Play Tree 2022 (1) PAGCS Gross Match Play Tree 2022 (1) PAGCS 2022 Team Match Play Info (2)
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In the latest issue of the PAGCS newsletter, The Bonnie Greensward, we get to know Board Member Greg Eisner. CLICK HERE for the 2021 Season Wrap Issue. Director, elected 2020, …
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2022 PAGCS Team Match Play (Better Ball of Partners) CLICK HERE FOR GROSS REGISTRATION CLICK HERE FOR NET REGISTRATION CLICK HERE FOR USGA HANDICAP REGISTRATION Forming Teams: Must be a …
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David Todd Struse, 66, of North Wales, PA passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. The son of David and Jane Struse, Todd spent his early years between the Roxborough …
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The PAGCS is pleased to announce our partnership with the Golf Association of Philadelphia (GAP) and the creation of the PAGCS Golf Club. The PAGCS Golf Club has been established …
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Doug Rae, middle, flanked by some of PAGCS’ Past Presidents, during his tribute ceremony. Pictured left to right are Jeff Edwards {’06-’07}, Derrick Wozniak {’18-’19}, Doug Rae {’20-’21}, Jon Urbanski …
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PGAWorksForm 2022 PGA Works Collegiate Championship Hosted by The Union League of Philadelphia at The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale and Union League Liberty Hill Saturday, April 30 through …
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As part of the Association’s continued efforts to increase the value of the membership and promote the professional development and career growth of our members, the free Career Services Member …
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PAGCS member Alan Fitzgerald spoke recently about how the Association benefits members, gives back to the industry and builds the future of golf. CLICK HERE to see the interview. This …
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CLICK HERE to register for a free Career Services session, included with your 2021 PAGCS Membership. CLICK HERE to see the first in the Career Services webinars. As the Association …
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Pennsylvania’s new BMP development project, two years in the making, reached its critical final stages with the official publication of the statewide BMP document [Click Here]. The state’s latest Best …
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This fall, the PAGCS is partnering with the Carolinas GCSA in an online conference to satisfy members’ ongoing education needs during the coronavirus pandemic. Known as Conference Comes to You, …
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9/30/2020 PA Moves to Pass New Regulations for Fertilizers Important links SB915: Click Here 2001 Changes: Click Here 2018 Failed attempt: Click Here. One Page Summary of current initiative: Click …
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Important links SB915: Click Here 2001 Changes: Click Here 2018 Failed attempt: Click Here. One Page Summary of current initiative: Click Here. SB1149 [2013-2014]: Click Here. New Fertilizer Regulations Proposed …
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PAGCS Benefits from FMC Initiative—deadline approaching to help -here’s a quick look at PAGCS Sponsor FMC’s innovative fundraiser The FMC fundraiser was an initiative driven by the FMC True Champions …
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This weather station at Valentine East will be part of the Pennsylvania Environmental Monitoring Network (PEMN). This project is led by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences. — Dr. Mike …
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Click here for the new PAGCS page: Plan for Play. The PAGCS continues to monitor the situation and advocate for the industry. Information and resources will be shared as they …
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Today, Delaware Governor John Carney announced some easing of statewide restrictions. Below is the full press release, and of note is that cart use [single rider only, no exceptions] will …
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The PAGCS turns 95 this September. We will continue to collect memories and share stories and history as we celebrate and prepare for the century mark. #Headingto100 Most of us …
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Pat Michener, golf course superintendent at Bidermann Golf Club in Delaware, where golf is open for play, gives us a view on what the industry looks like currently, when both …
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We recently asked Dr. Linde, Turf Professor and Golf Coach at Delaware Valley University, to chime in on how his colleagues, students, and school are dealing with the pandemic: DelVal …
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PAGCS COVID-19 Response Survey Thank you for your time! Click here We are asking one member at each golf course facility to please take a minute to complete this survey: https://fs8.formsite.com/pagcs/tkcu0d0bij/index.html This …
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Update: Registration is OPEN! Click here for Gross Team Registration Click here for Net Team Registration The 95th year of the PAGCS is full of exciting news and events, as …
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The leadership team of the PAGCS is excited to announce the 2020 Calendar, with a few new and exciting events–perfect way to celebrate turning 95. Read on, mark your calendars, …
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For Immediate Release: Monday, October 21, 2019 (Philadelphia) – Walnut Lane Golf Course, in partnership with TFTGP and the PAGCS, will host an innovative environmental education outreach program that uses …
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The Philadelphia Association of Golf Course Superintendents [PAGCS] will hold its Annual Meeting on Monday, November 4, 2019, at Radley Run Country Club. In addition to the usual Association business, …
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This past Monday, the Association held its annual Golf Championship at Lookaway Golf Club–a first rate…
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Penn State Berks – Sept 24th Event Check it out: Dr. Mike Fidanza is buying lunch. Come on out to visit, watch, learn, and/or help install an irrigation system at …
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Demo For Sale – 2019 Electric Cushman Hauler 800x with Lithium-Ion Battery Pack…
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@DelVal: 50 yrs ago today, Delaware Valley University grad Henry Wetzel, Jr. landed in Vietnam for one year of service as platoon leader and then had a long career as …
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PAGCS Scholarship Application Process Now Open Through August 30: Click here The PAGCS is proud to offer scholarships to current turf students employed or previously employed by a PAGCS golf course …
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Please be sure to thank our sponsors when you get a chance. They provide the resources so that the PAGCS can promote the golf turf industry and the professionals who …
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Wednesday, July 24, 2019 – “Bluegrass, Buffet and Baseball” educational and social event at FirstEnergy Stadium, Reading, PA. Education (pesticide credits awarded) – 10:00 – 11:00a.m. All you can eat …
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In the Spring, the PAGCS applied for a GCSAA Chapter Outreach Grant to further the Association’s efforts to promote the industry and our sponsors. The GCSAA announced recently that the …
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Please join us on Monday, April 15, as we celebrate and support the future of golf with the First Tee. The PAGCS partnership with the First Tee is only possible …
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Mark your calendar and save the dates–2019 is going to be a great year of special events. Check out what’s ahead: –First Tee Fundraiser: Monday, April 15, 2019, Walnut Lane …
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The PAGCS has received word that the USGA is working with Audubon International to boost monarch butterfly habitats on golf courses. The goal is to get superintendents in 10 states …
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