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:

• mound repair on a daily & weekly basis
• home plate maintenance on a daily & weekly basis
• mowing the infield
• edging the infield each month to keep it clean
• setting up your infield layout with string lines and proper measurements
• managing moisture on the mound
• chalking the field for game day
• daily grooming and different grooming patterns
• using different conditioners and when to apply them
• painting fair and foul lines in the outfield (depending on the day)
• how to use hand tools and equipment effectively
• why tarps matter and how to use them efficiently
• what turf mats do and how they help the field
• topdress infield turfgrass with light, frequent applications
• pre-game & post-game requirements
• monthly fertilizing (possible dependent on application)

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the Clinic, attendees will be able to: 

1. Apply routine infield maintenance techniques
   Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks—including mound and home plate repair, grooming patterns, edging, and mowing—to maintain safe and playable field conditions.
2. Demonstrate proper field setup and game preparation
   Accurately set up an infield using string lines and measurements, chalk and paint lines, and complete pre-game and post-game preparation requirements.
3. Manage infield surface conditions effectively
   Assess and control moisture levels, apply conditioners appropriately, and understand the role of tarps and turf mats in protecting and optimizing field performance.
4. Use tools, equipment, and materials efficiently
   Select and operate hand tools, equipment, and maintenance products efficiently.
5. Evaluate and improve maintenance practices
   Identify common field maintenance challenges, exchange ideas with peers, and adopt proven best practices

 Note:  clinic covers natural grass infield and is relevant to those with skinned infield

Fees:

• Potential members = $492 (incl 2026 trial membership)
• STC Members = $292

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.