Ken Pavely is our sports turf expert, with 4 decades of experience in the industry, and will be leading this workshop online. Sports turf, like soccer fields, golf courses and baseball diamonds, are difficult to maintain, especially with new standards, growing populations and changing weather patterns to consider heading into 2021. This course is designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to keep them in excellent condition.

This course will cover: 

• Challenges, Issues & Trends

• Benefits of Grass & Sports Turf

• Soil Types, Functions & Drainage

• Characteristics & Selection of Grasses

• Fertilizers & Nutrient Management

• Cultural & Maintenance Best Practices

• Plant Health Care & Integrated Pest Management

• Irrigation & Water Management

• Overview of Common Sports Facilities

• Weather & Outdoor Sports

• Risk Management

• Equipment Maintenance

  
  

OPA is excited to offer this course online, as a 2 day webinar series! Day 1 will run from 9:00am-12:00pm, and Day 2 will run from 9:00am-12:30pm, allowing 30 minutes at the end of the workshop for you to complete a 30 minute test.

DATE: August 13th and August 15th, 2024

Day 1 August 13th - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Day 2 August 15th - 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM to allow for a 30 minute test at the end of the course.

LOCATION: Online - Zoom (no account or download required)

COURSE COST

OPA Member: $255.00

OPA Potential Member: $356.00

This course counts as 1 credit towards the Parks Practitioner Designation.

Register below online. An invoice will be sent to you within 24hrs of registering. Payment can be made online through the invoice you will receive or via cheque (made payable to Ontario Parks Association).