John Walsh, contributing editor

Builder Excellence Awards: Leave nothing to chance (Affinity Award)

A well-prepared Aspen Corp. overcomes environmental restrictions and withstands bad weather to complete a renovation project at Wisp Resort.

IRRIGATION: Pinpointing deficiencies

Irrigation audits reveal superintendents may need to change nozzles, adjust throw and hand-water to improve uniformity.

TURF MANAGEMENT: Getting over overseeding

Facilities choose to overseed less, or not at all, to save money and improve playability.