Reg is our new turf expert he is an experienced turf management professional with over 20 years in golf course management, landscape operations, lawn care, and the parks industry. He holds a Golf Course Technician Diploma from Seneca College and an Advanced Golf Course Management certification from The Ohio State University.

Reg was employed as Supervisor, Parks Operations at the City of Mississauga, where he oversaw turf care operations, including both seed and fertilizer contracts, ensuring the highest quality turf in public parks and recreational spaces. Additionally, he held the portfolios for Turf and Sports Fields, leading initiatives to improve field conditions, optimize resources, and promote sustainability.

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: October 23rd and October 24th, 2025

Day 1 October 23rd - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Day 2 October 24th - 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).