Editorial content
Front Nine – The monthly source for the latest news from GCSAA, the golf course management industry and the game of golf in general.
Photo Quiz – A modern version of an old GCM favorite compiled by Turf-Tec International President John Mascaro, this feature tests the knowledge of readers with some common – and not-so-common – turf problems.
GCM's "Insider" – The magazine's front section is organized into a series of columns, each covering a topic that is (or should be) front and center for every golf course manager:
- Career – From dealing with the media to résumé writing, this feature helps superintendents keep their careers in the golf course management industry heading in the right direction.
- Shop – A superintendent is only as good as his equipment, so this feature offers readers the basics of keeping golf course maintenance equipment in tip-top shape.
- Environment – This feature puts the focus on individual superintendents and their environmental efforts (on and off the course), and also offers advice and ideas about how superintendents can be better stewards of the environment.
- Assistants – Assistant superintendents and the vital role they play in the golf course management industry are the focus of this feature.
- Turf – GCM Science Editor Teresa Carson shares current topics in the field of turf research.
- Water – Cited by superintendents as a leading concern in their day-to-day business, water/irrigation-related stories from across the country and around the world are featured in this column.
Research – GCM's research section features findings from current agronomic research, conducted and written by the nation's leading university scientists. Includes "The Cutting Edge," a one-page column by Clark Throssell, Ph.D., summarizing ongoing research projects.
Product News – Features the latest in golf course maintenance equipment and products.
Industry News – Features news about golf course management companies and people.
Reflections – GCM interviews golfing celebrities about the importance of golf course conditions and superintendents in this full-page feature.
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