On Monday, Nov. 10, more than 100 golfers, owners, managers, superintendents, professionals and golf enthusiasts will visit Hillcrest Country Club in Lincoln for a first in the state: the Nebraska Golf Summit. This event is designed to bring individuals together to discuss the landscape of the industry, and attendees will hear information on the state of the game, growth of the game, environmental advancements and participate in a Q&A on industry issues.
In March, Iowa hosted a similar event, in which over 150 people were on hand. I can tell you the professionalism in the industry is in great shape.
The PGA of America took over Golf 2.0, which is a growth of the game initiative designed to get more people involved with playing golf.
The USGA was very aggressive in its Play 9 campaign this past summer. This drives the two largest factors limiting growth of the game: Money and time.
GCSAA continues to take the lead on environmental issues, government relations, advocacy and outreach. Your organization is the driving force behind National Golf Day and is active with Golf 20/20.
Don't forget, the Golf Course Environmental Profile Project has launched the water use survey. This is due Nov. 17. The information is critical when working with government agencies and the public. As golf course managers, your professional use of this critical resource must be shared.
I look forward to representing our profession during this event in Nebraska. I welcome any thoughts or comments you have. If you are in the area, consider attending. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The program begins at 9 a.m and concludes with a speaker panel from 2-2:45 p.m.
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