2017 Conference Fundraising Efforts Successful
Conference time is much more than a gathering of turf management professionals seeking education, networking and a trade show, it’s a time of philanthropy, a chance to give back in a variety of ways. We’re humbled by the tremendous efforts on this front and are pleased to make the following post-conference fundraising announcements.
You bet, let's have a few beverages and then start the bidding!
Our 2017 Silent Auction was ‘relocated’ to the Dave Creamer Memorial Hockey Game evening social, raising $4,451 aimed at turf research project funding that supports the turf management industry. Thank you to all who contributed and of course the bidders, as without either, the auction would not be possible. Special thanks also to Syd and Janice Pickerell for administering the auction and WCTA staffer, Leslie Carnell for her efforts securing auction items.
For final results of this year’s Silent Auction CLICK HERE.
For last year’s turf research summary report CLICK HERE.
KPU Turf Club members acknowledged during the AGM, thanks guys!
KPU Turf Club President, Josh Carlsen (right), presents WCTA President and Research Chair Peter Sorokovsky with $4160 Research contribution.
Over the past few years, the Kwantlen Turf Club has done an extraordinary job in many areas including raising money for turf research. The fact is, student efforts are now second only to the aforementioned annual Silent Auction, this year raising an impressive $4,160, a new record! Winners of this year’s golf package contest are listed below and again, we need to thank prize donors and ticket purchasers for their support. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank students for their tireless volunteer assistance with conference production.
1. Fairmont Hot Springs, Copper Point, Grey Wolf – Chappy
2. Crown Isle, Morningstar, Qualicum Beach - Scott Regamble
3. Richmond, Westwood Plateau, Fraserglen – Donald Freschi
4. Summerland, N’KMip, Penticton - Jeff Johnson
5. Northlands, Squamish Valley, Fort Langley - Cam Murchison
6. Kamloops, Eagle Point, Rivershore - Barb Kelly
7. Cranbrook, St. Eugene Mission, Wildstone - Dave Duncan
8. Surrey, Guildford, Tall Timbers - Felix Arnouse
9. Bear Mountain, Olympic View, Highlands - Charles Mueller
10. Kelowna, Gallaghers Canyon, Tower Ranch - Jason Andrew
KPU Turf Management putting challenge hoodie winners - Jason Bird and Barry Evans
The puck drops here! (that's Jason Pick, WCTA President in the stripes keeping things under control as usual)
Everybody wins at the DCM hockey game. Great effort players and coaches, and thanks to all the fans for cheering them on!
Last but certainly not least, hats off to Larry Olson of the Penticton Golf Club and Jeff Bennett of Mabel Lake Golf Course for taking on the challenge of hosting this year’s Dave Creamer Memorial Hockey Game. The participating players need to take a bow as well with their collective entry fees raising $500 for the Dave Creamer Scholarship fund. Sponsors played a key role also, generously covering things like icetime and insurance, so that all player fees could go directly to supporting the scholarship.
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While it’s still cold and wintery outside, these charitable efforts warm the heart and say a lot about the sportsturf management industry at large. Keep up the great work!