Equipment technicians
This month on Superintendent Radio Network: February 2025
Discussed within: Becoming a superintendent … how simulators might affect everyday golfers (great!) and TV golf (eh) … moving from criminology to equipment management … setting up shop amid Canadian mountains … and more …
More in Equipment technicians
TRAVELS WITH TERRY
Globetrotting consulting agronomist Terry Buchen visits many golf courses annually with his digital camera in hand. He shares helpful ideas relating to maintenance equipment from the golf course superintendents he visits — as well as a few ideas of his own — with timely photos and captions that explore the changing world of golf course management.
Educating the EMs
How the Nebraska GCSA provides a template for incorporating equipment managers into the industry learning and networking ecosystem.
This month on Superintendent Radio Network: December 2024
Discussed within: A fond farewell … working at Bandon … playing between the pipes … staying ahead of contractors … a holiday treat … and more …
Attention equipment managers!
Industry pro Mike Rollins’ book “Cutline Is King” is now available. The book focuses on experiences, tips and techniques to help master cutting unit tracking.
Travels with Terry
Globetrotting consulting agronomist Terry Buchen visits many golf courses annually with his digital camera in hand. He shares helpful ideas relating to maintenance equipment from the golf course superintendents he visits — as well as a few ideas of his own — with timely photos and captions that explore the changing world of golf course management.
Educating the EMs
How the Nebraska GCSA provides a template for incorporating equipment managers into the industry learning and networking ecosystem.
Superintendent Radio Network: Month in Review November 2024
Discussed within: Growing up at a golf course … building courses way out west … running a national open while 32 weeks pregnant … the increasing importance of apprenticeship programs … trading catcher’s gear for architect’s blueprints … another week on the Grand Strand … and more.
This month on Superintendent Radio Network: October 2024
Discussed within: Sending sand on a train from Idaho to Kansas … the first(?) family of golf course architecture … the state of construction and renovation … traveling from Venice to Virginia … not being able to touch machines … fall road trips … and more.
Reel Turf Techs: Robert Smith
Robert Smith is in his 16th season as the equipment manager at renowned Merion Golf Club. He gives Trent insight into the hustle required to reach – and stay – at the industry’s highest level.
Second-generation turf pro earns 2024 Edwin Budding Award
Henry “Skip” Heinz, CTEM, has held various leadership roles at courses in five different states.
