NESTMA NEWS
A Great Day on the Links Many thanks to the sponsors, players, and volunteers who participated in the annual MALCP/NESTMA Annual Golf Classic on October 5. It was a beautiful fall day at Butter Brook Golf Course, everyone was happy to see each other, and funds were raised for local student scholarships. A special thanks to Jim and Karen Connelly for their hard work and commitment to this popular event and to our industry.
Annual Meeting: December 5, 2023 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Based on member feedback, NESTMA’s Annual Meeting will be held as a midday meeting at the German Club in Walpole, MA. Members will learn from the best, earn pesticide CEUs, enjoy delicious food and a German Biergarten, network with colleagues, and play some corn hole! Scott Mackintosh of Atlantic Golf & Turf is our featured speaker. He’ll bring us up to speed on the latest trends in turfgrass pest and disease management. We look forward to seeing many NESTMA members at this informative and enjoyable get together!
SFMA Conference: January 22 – 25, 2024 SFMA’s Annual Conference & Exhibition, “Celebrating 35 Years of Success & Longevity” will be held at the Ocean Center Daytona Beach in Daytona Beach, FL. The annual event allows members to share information with other successful sports turf professionals. In addition to educational seminars, hands-on workshops, and the latest technology, conference attendees tour professional, college, and municipal facilities that offer a range of information to take back home. Learn more at sportsfieldmanagement.org.
Awards, Scholarships & Grants Who do you know that’s gone above and beyond on behalf of the sports field management industry? Have you got a supplier who has made your job easier? How about a student who could use a boost as they continue their turf management studies? Now’s your chance to give them the recognition they deserve. NESTMA is accepting applications for the following: Brian Luccini, Tom Irwin; Chris McGinty, City of Framingham; Mike Rivetts, Middlesex School; Ryan Gaffey, Bentley College.
Jim Connelly and Chris McGinty
• Sports Turf Manager of the Year • Commercial Partner of the Year • Mruk Student Scholarship Applications are available online at NESTMA.org. The deadline for submission is January 15. Presentations are made at NESTMA’s Awards Meeting and Lunch at the NERTC on March 6 in Providence, RI.
Awards Meeting & Lunch: March 6, 2024 Mark your calendar now for NESTMA’s popular Awards Meeting and Lunch. Scheduled during the NERTC in Providence, our event will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6. Stay tuned for details on this fantastic networking event. The NESTMA Awards Meeting and Lunch is complimentary for current members and is brought to you with generous support from our friends at Tom Irwin.
Renew Today Many thanks to those who have already renewed their NESTMA membership for 2024. Renewal is quick and easy online at NESTMA.org/Renew24. With all the opportunities in store for NESTMA members this year, you don’t want to miss a minute. •
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