I can not believe it is 2010.  It seems to be another year of economic challenges.  It will be a year to shine if you are a creative, flexible, and an innovative Superintendent.  It is time to rely on your gut and focus on a simpler more fundamental turf grass science.   The turn in the economy has been an eye opener for some and a look back into the past for us “older” Superintendents.   The economy will recover…..at some point…..and life as we knew it will return.  I just hope that during these challenging times you will focus on how you can be a better superintendent with less.  The old adage of some is good and more is better, does not work in the chemical world, and just might prove to be the same in the financial word. 

The winter months are time to recharge and re-educate.  If you are lucky enough to go to San Diego February 8th - 13th, or the NETRF show in Providence March 1st-4th get the most out of them.  If cut backs have taken these larger educational programs, read industry magazines, take one of the many free webinars offered, or just get on the phone with your fellow Superintendents and talk.  There is a lot of good free information available. 

The 2010 season will here before we know it.  We have an excellent list of meeting sites and look forward to seeing you at the meetings.

Lianne Larson
President