INDUSTRY NEWS
Kevin Scott Mercer , CGM , CSFM , announces new book
Franklin Publishers announced the release of “ Environmental Solutions for Grounds Management ” by Kevin Scott Mercer , CGM , CSFM . With more than 30 years of handson experience , Mercer presents a transformative guide that blends environmental stewardship with practical solutions , offering a comprehensive approach to sustainable grounds management .
“ Environmental Solutions for Grounds Management ” covers a wide range of topics , including stormwater management , biodiversity promotion , and innovative soil amendments using food waste and compost tea . Mercer ’ s strategies are designed to enhance landscapes without compromising the grounds manager program or landscape aesthetics . This program will show ground managers how to reduce stormwater runoff , promote wildlife habitats , and pollination areas , and achieve economic returns .
Key highlights of the book include : Practical solutions for reducing stormwater runoff and managing nutrients . Techniques for fostering biodiversity and creating thriving wildlife habitats . Innovative approaches to soil amendments and composting .
Case studies and award-winning strategies that have been recognized by the Professional Grounds Manager Society ( PGMS ) and the Sports Field Management Association ( SFMA ).
Whether you are a grounds manager , horticulturist , golf course superintendent or landscape professional , this book offers invaluable insights to help you achieve sustainable and economically viable grounds management practices .
“ Environmental Solutions for Grounds Management ” is available at gmesgreen . com , as well as Barnes & Noble , Amazon and other major platforms .
National Intercollegiate Athletics Safety and Security Forum
The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security ( NCS4 ) will host the 2025 National Intercollegiate Athletics Safety and Security Forum on January 28-29 , 2025 , at Duke University .
The forum address key safety and security challenges facing intercollegiate athletic programs and share best practices for continuous improvement . Discussing current issues and exploring solutions in a forum environment will help colleges and universities , athletic conferences , and associations enhance safety and security plans and operations .
Athletic administrators and staff from NCAA Division I , II and III institutions , athletic conference administrators , football bowl administrators , NCAA representatives , campus law enforcement , local and state law enforcement , facility managers , government officials , emergency managers , fire / HAZMAT , emergency medical services , city planners , governing bodies , and sports commissions are invited to register as attendees for the forum .
Space is limited for this event , and registration is based on a first-come , first-served basis . Attendance is $ 475 per person . Attendees consist of those working and / or supporting intercollegiate athletic programs . Private sector companies may only attend the forum as Solution Partners .
Reinders adds Ben Boeding to its sports turf staff
Reinders recently added Ben Boeding , CSFM , to its technical sales staff in Minnesota . Boeding will work in tandem with Joe Churchill , fields & grounds specialist , serving professionals in Minnesota ’ s sports field industry . Boeding will be working with various sports field managers at the municipal , public / private school , collegiate and professional levels .
“ We ’ re delighted to have Ben join the Reinders family to help fortify our position within the upper Midwest Sports Field Market ,” said Churchill . “ Our growth and continued success in the Minnesota sports field market makes Ben ’ s hire a strategic win for Reinders . His talents and years of experience will have an immediate impact on our product and service offering in Minnesota .”
Boeding is an Iowa State Turfgrass Management graduate and brings with him many years of turfgrass and infield soils knowledge and experience . He ’ s a longstanding member of MASMS and the Minnesota Parks & Sports Field Management Association ( MPSFMA ), and is a past presenter and active participant of both . Boeding received his Certified Sports Field Manager ( CSFM ) accreditation in 2014 and will represent Reinders at future MASMS conferences
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