THIRD EDITION OF “AN ENVIRONMENTAL APPROACH TO GOLF COURSE DEVELOPMENT” PUBLISHED BY ASGCA

The Environmental Committee of the American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA) has published the third edition of “An Environmental Approach to Golf Course Development.” The first edition of the book was released in 1992 as a useful reference for those considering developing or remodeling a golf course. It was updated and republished in 1999. All three editions have been written and edited by ASGCA environmental committee chairman Bill Love, ASGCA.

The full-color, 57-page book includes background and instructions for anyone involved in the development of a new layout or the remodeling of an existing golf course. It begins with a historical overview of golf development and runs through the process by which a golf course is developed in concert with Mother Nature.

“We’re proud of the role the first two editions of this book played in sensitizing permitting boards, town councils, developers, media and others to the positive role golf courses play in the environment,” says ASGCA President Steve Forrest.

18 Case Studies, Expanded Reference Section

The book includes 18 new case studies from throughout North America that illustrate success stories in the industry. It also features a dramatically expanded reference section, listing seminal books and important Web sites for those who need further information on this topic.

"Today’s golf courses are being developed on a variety of environmentally sensitive sites, such as wetlands, wildlife habitats, and abandoned areas once used for mining and landfills.  These case studies show how ASGCA architects have created courses on these sites that protect, enhance and preserve the environment," explains Forrest.

The book is available for purchase from ASGCA for $10. For ordering information, visit the ASGCA Web site at www.asgca.org or call (262) 786-5960.

               ASGCA Background

Founded in 1946 by 14 leading architects, the American Society of Golf Course Architects is a non-profit organization comprised of experienced golf course designers located throughout the United States and Canada. Members have completed a rigorous two-year long application process that includes the peer review of four representative golf courses. ASGCA members are experienced golf course architects, able to counsel in all aspects of golf course design and remodeling.

Editor’s Note:  Review copies of the book, a cover photo of the book and a photo of Bill Love are available upon request.

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The third edition of “An Environmental Approach to Golf Course Development” includes the following 18 new case studies:

Name of Course and Location                                              Golf Course Architect(s)

-  Arbor Links Golf Course, Nebraska City, Neb.                     Erik Larsen, ASGCA and Victoria Martz, ASGCA

-  Banff Springs Golf Club, Banff, Alberta, Canada                    Les Furber, ASGCA

-  Bigwin Island Golf Club, Muskoka, Ontario, Canada             Doug Carrick, ASGCA

-  Callippe Reserve Golf Course, Pleasanton, Ca.                      Brian Costello, ASGCA

-  Farmlinks Golf Course, Sylacauga, Ala.                                 Dr. Michael Hurdzan, ASGCA; Dana Fry, ASGCA and David Whelchel, ASGCA

-  Granite Links Golf Club, Town of Milton and                         John Sanford, ASGCA

City of Quincy, Mass.

-  The Hideout Golf Club, Monticello, Utah                               Arthur Jack Snyder, ASGCA and Forrest Richardson, ASGCA

-  Hunting Hawk Golf Club, Glen Allen, Va.                              Bill Love, ASGCA

-  Island Green Country Club, Philadelphia, Pa.                         Jim Blaukovitch, ASGCA

-  The Legends at Parris Island Golf Course,                             Clyde Johnston, ASGCA

Parris Island, Beaufort County, S.C.

-  The Meadows at Mystic Lake, Prior Lake, Minn                   Garrett Gill, ASGCA

-  The Nantucket Golf Club, Nantucket Island, Mass.               Greg Muirhead, ASGCA

-  The Old Collier Golf Club, Naples, Fla.                                 Jan Beljan, ASGCA    

-  Spanish Oaks Golf Club, Bee Cave, Texas                            Bobby Weed, ASGCA

-  Three Crowns Golf Course, Casper, Wyo.                            Bruce Charlton, ASGCA

-  The Saguaro Course at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club,                      Bill Coore, ASGCA and Dave Zinkand with Ben Crenshaw

Yavapai Nation, Scottsdale, Ariz.

- White Clay Creek Country Club at Delaware                         Steve Forrest, ASGCA

Park, Newark, Del.

-  The Wilderness at Lake Jackson, Lake Jackson, TX                       Jeff Brauer, ASGCA and Eric Nelson, ASGCA

Contact Aileen Smith, American Society of Golf Course Architects, 125 N. Executive Drive, Suite 106, Brookfield, WI 53005, (262) 786-5960 (v), (262) 786-5919 (f)

aileen@asgca.org