Pages within Resources Current ChallengesResearch & InformationBuyers GuideToolsRegional ResourcesCentral PlainsSouthwestSoutheastSouth CentralNorthwestNortheastMid-AtlanticGreat LakesSouth AtlanticChapter ResourcesChapter DirectoryAnnual Reporting RequirementsBest Management Practices Grant ProgramEventsChapter Leaders/Executives SymposiumChapter Board ResourcesSpeakers BureauManaging Your ChapterModel BylawsRequirements for New ChaptersChapter EM ToolkitValue of Competency-Based Education for EMsChapter Education for EMs BMPsPoints for Chapter EM EducationSpeakers Bureau for EM educationEM Series WebinarsChapter and member logosAdvocacy ToolkitEvent Codes and PointsChapter Outreach Resources Great Lakes Shane Conroy Great Lakes regional representative A former assistant golf course superintendent, Shane joined the GCSAA staff in 2015. He resides in Ferndale, Mich. Tel: 800-472-7878, ext. 3635 Field staff report BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH COMPETITION: GCSAA CHAPTERS JOIN FORCES by Shane Conroy | Jun 19, 2025 Across the country, GCSAA chapters are finding new ways to foster camaraderie, share knowledge and build lasting professional relationships. One of the most effective, and fun, methods? Joint chapter events. Full story LYON OAKS HOSTS TWO FIRST GREEN FIELD TRIPS IN ONE WEEK by Shane Conroy | May 23, 2025 Lyon Oaks Golf Course in Wixom, Mich., recently achieved a remarkable milestone by hosting two GCSAA First Green field trips within a single week. Full story CULTIVATING TOMORROW'S GOLF LEADERS: THE GCSAA EXCEL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM by Shane Conroy | Apr 18, 2025 EXCEL provides a unique platform for assistant superintendents to develop critical leadership skills beyond agronomics. Sponsored by Nufarm, this three-year program combines hands-on training, networking and professional development opportunities, helping participants grow into well-rounded leaders capable of steering the future of the golf industry. Full story Upcoming events Upcoming events in the region. This is not necessarily a comprehensive list. If you have an addition to make, please reach out. MiGCSA The Big Event Dates: 14 Oct, 2019 Visit Great Lakes forums Visit the Forums » This region includes Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.
