Erwin H. McKone, CGCS, Director of Golf Operations, Briar Ridge Country Club

(456-01-12) In this seminar, you will review basic lake and pond ecological principles. Use these concepts to develop sound management programs for water features at your facility. The seminar will discuss:

• Water quality and the characteristics of a healthy pond ecosystem
• The diagnosis of pond health using plant and animal identifiers
• The identification and implementation of corrective action based on existing imbalances in the pond system
• Techniques to manage a healthy pond in a natural way

Seminar details:

• Date: Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012
• Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Location: Las Vegas, Riviera Hotel, Capri 107-108
• Education points: 0.7 education points
• Cost: $150 member, $225 nonmember

This seminar is offered as part of the 2012 GCSAA Education Conference.