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Field staff report Legislative Engagement in the Golf Industry: Shaping the Future of Golf Course Management by David Phipps | Mar 03, 2025 Legislative policies play a crucial role in guiding environmental practices, operational strategies and community engagement. Whether addressing water conservation, sustainability initiatives or workforce development, engaging with lawmakers ensures that the needs and contributions of the golf industry are recognized and supported. Full story Changing Perspectives: Golf’s Positive Impact on the Environment by David Phipps | Dec 12, 2024 This past week, I had two interesting conversations that highlighted a common misconception about golf: the belief that golf courses harm the environment. These encounters reminded me how important it is to share the positive story of golf — its environmental, social and financial benefits — with a broader audience. Here’s a recap of those enlightening moments. Full story Creative fundraising for your local turfgrass program by David Phipps | Oct 24, 2024 This year’s Annual Oregon Turfgrass Foundation (OTF) Golf Tournament was held at Gearhart Golf Links on the North Oregon Coast. It’s a well-attended event to raise funds for the Oregon State University Turfgrass Program. Full story Upcoming events Upcoming events in the region. This is not necessarily a comprehensive list. 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