Is anti-golf activism counter productive?

I'm not sure the point of this spy video. If there is concern about the chemicals sprayed at a golf course then perhaps you should speak to the superintendent, not just shoot a video, tag it as "pollution" and put it on You Tube.


Try talking to the superintendent, ask them what they are spraying and for what.

You'll notice the color of the spray is blue/green, this is a liquid spray colorant. According to Farmura Environmental, a manufacturer of a product like the one being used:

"Spray overlap alone can add 25% - 33% to a golf courses chemical bill so it's not hard to see why it's worth investing in a liquid spray colorant. You can mix the temporary blue dye with herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, grass growth retardants and liquid fertilizers and see exactly where you have sprayed to ensure accurate applications."

So it appears this Spy Video demonstrates the opposite of "pollution", it shows how to properly apply chemicals in a responsible fashion. Also notice the precision taken by the operator who stays on the fairway, he/she does not just blanket spray the whole course, just the infected areas.

Video Demonstartion - Why Lilly Pads are good!

The Earth golf ball by Dixon

Can it be true? An environmentally friendly golf ball that doesn't suck!
We'll believe it once we try it - that's a hint Dixon.

"The Earth core is made from a proprietary polymer that maintains the playable properties of the ball, but ensures that it is 100% renewable. Most manufacturers would stop there…not Dixon. Their commitment to the environment and to your golf game is 100%. In addition to the core, the entire Dixon Earth ball is manufactured with materials that can be recycled and used to make other consumer products. But that's not all! Even the packaging is made from 100% recycled material."

"Unlike other Golf Ball Brands who use harsh heavy-metal pollutants like tungsten, cobalt and lead, and contain non-renewable synthetic materials and compounds; the Dixon Earth golf ball is "green" to the core. The Earth core is made from a proprietary polymer that maintains the playable properties of the ball, but ensures that it is 100% renewable. Most manufacturers would stop there…not Dixon. Their commitment to the environment and to your golf game is 100%. In addition to the core, the entire Dixon Earth ball is manufactured with materials that can be recycled and used to make other consumer products. But that's not all! Even the packaging is made from 100% recycled material. From core to cover, from packaging to production, Dixon Earth is setting a new standard in environmental consciousness."

"Dixon Golf is working hard to facilitate conservation. Earlier this year, they introduced a cutting edge Incentive Program to encourage golfers to return spent Dixon Earth golf balls for a $1.00 credit towards the purchase of new ones. Each box of Dixon Earth golf balls includes a return mail pouch so golfers can easily mail used golf balls back to Dixon."

$300 million planned for Brinnon, Washington resort to be green

The Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort would change the character of this small rural community on the Hood Canal, supporters and detractors agree.

They disagree about whether the change would be for the better.

At issue is a $300 million, 890-unit master-planned resort on 252.6 acres of Black Point south of Brinnon and Pleasant Harbor Marina.

It would also be good for the environment according to Statesman Group of Companies, which is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, bills its proposal as a "super green development."

"In the end game, you are going to have a sustainable green area, which you don't have today," McFall said.

The price of watering the greens

Cyprus is in the throes of a drought. The major reservoirs are down to one per cent capacity. The government is spending around €40 million to ship emergency water from Greece. And the current debate is whether to add 10 more water-guzzling golf courses to the four existing ones.

EPA to issue new round of emission requirements for outdoor equipment

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will issue Phase 3 emission standards for new nonroad spark ignition engines later this month that will further reduce emissions and include some key requests from OPEI.

Products with non-road spark ignition engines include lawnmowers, garden tractors, utility vehicles, trimmers, edgers, chain saws, snow throwers, tillers, leaf blowers and other related products.

The new EPA Phase 3 Regulations include the following provisions:

• An additional 35% reduction in exhaust emissions and a 45% reduction in total evaporative emissions beginning in 2009 and fully implemented by 2015.
• Stronger EPA enforcement authority to prevent importation and retail of non-compliant equipment, with safeguards to assure equal compliance for U.S. and off-shore manufacturers.
• Ability to certify engines on E10 fuel, ensuring products can operate more efficiently using fuels currently in the marketplace.

The Wash Pad

The wash pad is not as simple as it may seem - they are much more than just a simple pressure washer. Grass clippings have been shown to carry traces of pesticides, fertilizers and hydrocarbons and numerous companies have developed products to properly catch, filter and dispose of these waste products. Here are a collection of articles that will help you understand all the ins and outs of the wash pad.

Golf Wash Pad - Article

Greens Department (Thornhill Golf and Country Club, Canada) - Article featuring ESD Waste 2 Water Product

Rehoboth Beach Country Club's Golf Course Wash Pad

Keeping it Clean - Constructing a wash pad facility

Wash Rack Blues - USGA

Evolving Equipment Washing Technology and What's in That Water - USGA

Wash Water Recycling

Waste Water Treatment - Product Information

EPSI USA - Product Information

The Water Maze - Product Information

Eco-Smart Plumber - Product Information

Florida Wash Blast Inc. - Movie and Product Information

"Golfs Green Handicap" according to National Geographic

Vintage 1997