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• Natural Turfgrass Sports Field Management & Maintenance Course - Live Online

  • Start
    9 Mar 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    12 Mar 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM
  • Location
    Online
  • Registered
    18 registrants

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  Registration open for Natural Turfgrass Sports Field Management & Maintenance Course - LIVE ONLINE!

  This course is designed to introduce the latest principles and techniques of managing and maintaining natural sports fields. The course will be of interest to those who manage or maintain sports turf, other turf areas, and those who wish to develop additional knowledge and skills in this important field.

  TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • Turf species and their uses, characteristics and benefits, emphasizing the latest and best varieties for particular uses
  • Soils as a growth medium for turfgrass including soil fertility, soil water movement and management of soils for better athletic field performance
  • Cultural practices which enhance and promote good turf and improved playing conditions
  • Water management including sub-surface and surface drainage systems, irrigation practices and systems and the efficient use of water and weather information for managing improvements under water restrictions
  • An overview of the identification, monitoring and control of weeds, insects, and diseases in sports turf
  • Integrated pest management (IPM) programs to recognize and monitor infestations of weeds, insects, and diseases, to identify thresholds, to reduce pesticide use, and to utilize biological and cultural methods to control/reduce infestations
  • Renovations and restoration methods for poorly performing fields and best practices which promote good conditions and improved maintenance practices
  • Sports field construction including proper design, layout, orientation and the hidden aspects for good turf

  
  

  INSTRUCTOR: Tab Buckner, Township of Langley, BC

  
  

  COURSE INFORMATION:

  March 9-12th , 2026

  The course is 4 days in length and consists of 2.5 hours each morning on Zoom.

  9:00am - 11:30am Eastern Time each day or:

  Pacific Time	6:00am
  Mountain Time	7:00am
  Central Time	8:00am
  Eastern Time	9:00am
  Atlantic Time	10:00am
  Newfoundland Time	10:30am
  *except where daylight savings time is not recognized

  
  

  TEST:

  This course includes a short test on the last day to ensure you received the information which was taught.  It is done online and is multiple choice.  Registrants are required to attend 100% of the classes in order to write the test.  Those who achieve a passing grade of 60% will be provided a Certificate of Successful Completion for the course. Support is provided for those with learning challenges.

  CANCELLATION:

  Notice of cancellation received by Sports Turf Canada no later than 7 calendar days before the course date will receive a complete refund, less a $50 administration fee.  Those who register but do not attend will not receive a refund.  If you are unable to attend, you may send a replacement in your place, provided written notification with replacements name and email is sent before the course begins.  Registrants will receive a full refund should the course be cancelled. We reserve the right to cancel a course due to conditions beyond our control. Registrants are required to reach out to Sports Turf Canada by phone or email to resolve payment or refund concerns. 

  HOW TO REGISTER:

  Click on the register button or call our office at 519-763-9431 or email us at info@sportsturfcanada.com for assistance. 

  We look forward to learning along with you!

  
  

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• Managing Your Infield Clinic - Thursday, April 16th, 2026

  • When
    16 Apr 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Tip O’Neill / Southside Park @ 192 Old Wellington St S, Woodstock, ON
  • Spaces left
    16

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  INSTRUCTOR:  Trevor Warner, City of Woodstock

  Step up to the plate and join us for a ground-breaking experience in sports field maintenance! Calling all turf maintainers, our Managing Your Infield Clinic is your ticket to mastering the art of infield upkeep. Led by Trevor Warner with the City of Woodstock, this on-field clinic isn't just about getting your hands dirty—it's about transforming your field into a game-winning masterpiece. From mound repair to turf mats, we'll cover it all with practical knowledge and know how. Secure your spot now!

  Includes:

  • daily/weekly mound repair
  • daily/weekly home plate repair
  • infield mowing
  • monthly edging
  • infield stringline and measurement lay out
  • monthly fertilizing (dependent on product application)
  • moisture management on mounds
  • game day chalking
  • daily grooming & grooming patterns
  • application of various conditioners
  • outfield fair/foul line painting (pending the day)
  • display/use of all hand equipment
  • importance of tarps and why/how they are used
  • turf mats, and what they do for us and user groups
  • an option for topdressing the infield turf grass with frequent light applications using low impact equipment 
  • pre-game & post-game requirements

   Note:  clinic covers natural grass infield 

  Why attend:

  • Learn from an infield expert
  • Create greater understanding of best infield maintenance
  • See maintenance practices demonstrated
  • Connect with others in the industry
  • See products and equipment in use

   

  Fees:

  • Potential members = $460 (incl 2025 membership with STC)
  • STC Members = $273

  
  

  LUNCH IS INCLUDED

  Note:  Limit of 15 registrants per clinic.

  Note:  This is an on-field clinic which runs rain or shine, unless it’s inclement weather.  We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel a clinic if necessary.

  
  

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