Turfgrass and Water Management Seminar at Hunter Industries
Join us for an insightful and educational day focused on the latest advancements in turfgrass and water management. We’re excited to host Dr. James H. Baird, Turfgrass Specialist from UC Riverside, who will present "Choosing and Managing the New Hybrid Bermudagrass Cultivars," diving into the strengths, maintenance strategies, and disease control of the new bermudagrass cultivars as well as herbicide strategies for conversion from existing to new varieties. Additionally, Matthew Partridge from Stotz Equipment will lead “Beyond the Drop: The Art and Science of Water Management on Sports Fields,” offering expert insights into the importance of water sources and the latest tools for efficient irrigation management on sports fields and golf courses. The day will feature engaging presentations, networking opportunities, and a Hunter Factory Tour for those who RSVP in advance. We look forward to an informative and interactive experience with sports field industry leaders and professionals! Click here for more information and to register.
Registration requested by April 21, 2025 to ensure we have enough food.
Annual Meeting & Pesticide Training
Join us for a pesticide training starting at 8 a.m. and earn continuing education seminar DPR hours. Lunch and our annual meeting/elections will follow at noon.
Registration is limited to 30 people. Be sure to register before space fills up!
Annual Golf Tournament
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Register to join us on Wednesday, October 2, at Twin Oaks Golf Course in San Marcos for a fun-filled day on the links. Registration opens at 6:30 a.m., 8:00 a.m. shotgun start.
Individual and foursome play available, along with several sponsorship opportunities!
All players must be registered by 9/25/24.
Click here for more information and to register. Click here to download an informational flyer.
Field Day at SoCal Sports Complex
Join us for a field day at SoCal Sports Complex, one of the premier amateur athletic facilities for soccer, lacrosse, and rugby on the West Coast. Featuring 22 full-size fields on 52.5 acres, this impressive complex will serve as the perfect setting for our field day where you will see demonstrations and visit vendor tables showcasing the latest and greatest products and equipment for 2024. Lunch is included.
Free to attend for SoCal SFMA members. Click here to renew your membership. $35 event fee for non-members. Lunch is included.
Click here to register before July 18, 2024.
Vendors: Secure a table at this event for just $150. Must be a commercial member. To request a table, email socalstma@gmail.com.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
When: Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Time: 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Where: SoCal Sports Complex
3300 El Corazon Dr., Oceanside, CA 92056
Facilities Tour at San Diego State University
Join us for a facilities tour at San Diego State University led by Athletic Grounds Lead, Cody Beltz, and the Athletics Event Staff. We will tour Tony Gwynn Stadium (baseball), SDSU Softball Stadium, Aztecs Lacrosse Field, Peterson Practice Fields – Synthetic and Natural Grass (Football and Rugby) and the SDSU Sports Deck Field (Soccer and Track & Field). The tour will start at Tony Gwynn Stadium.
Free to attend for SoCal SFMA members. Click here to renew your membership. $35 event fee for non-members. Lunch is included.
Click here to register before April 5, 2024.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
When: Friday, April 12, 2024
Time: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Tony Gwynn Stadium
Plaza Deportes, San Diego, CA 92182
Annual Meeting & Pesticide Training
Join us for a pesticide training starting at 8 a.m. and earn continuing education seminar DPR hours. Lunch and our annual meeting/elections will follow at noon.
Registration is limited to 30 people. Be sure to register before space fills up!
Annual Golf Tournament
Our tournament is at capacity. Registration for this event has closed.
Reclaimed Water Seminar & Facility Tour
Join us for a reclaimed water seminar at the San Elijo Joint Powers Authority in Cardiff. Learn how to proactively manage reclaimed water on turf and get details on the future of reclaimed water. There will be a tour of the facility following the seminar. This event is free for So Cal SFMA members; $35 for non-members. Click here to renew your membership.
Registration for this event is closed.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
When: Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Time: 12 p.m.-3 p.m.
Lunch will not be provided.
Where: San Elijo Joint Powers Authority
2695 Manchester Ave., Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
Facilities Tour at University of San Diego
Join us for a facilities tour at University of San Diego led by Director of Grounds, Manny Diaz, and Assistant Athletic Director, Jake Kuennen. We will tour Torero Stadium (football/soccer/lacrosse), Fowler Park (baseball), Manchester Field (multi-purpose synthetic) and The Purcell Family short-game golf practice facility. This tour is free for So Cal SFMA members; $35 for non-members.
Click here to register.
There is a $10 fee to park. The parking pass can be purchased ahead of time using the ParkMobile app or at a kiosk in the parking lot at the event.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
When: Friday, June 23, 2023
Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lunch will not be provided.
Where: Torero Stadium
5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110
The facilities tour will start at Torero Stadium.
Field Day at Snapdragon Stadium
Join us for a field day at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego led by Head Groundskeeper, Mike Kerns. See a paint demonstration, visit vendor tables showcasing the latest and greatest products for 2023, and get your questions answered by the experts. Must be a So Cal SFMA member to attend. Lunch is included.
Click here to register before April 6, 2023.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
When: Thursday, April 13, 2023
Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Snapdragon Stadium
2101 Stadium Way San Diego, CA 92108
Registration will be on south side of the stadium, at the field entrance.
Annual Meeting & Pesticide Training
Plan to join us for a pesticide training starting at 7:30 a.m., followed by our annual meeting and elections at noon!
CEUs approved: 1 hour laws and regulations, 3 hours other.
Registration is limited to 25 people. Be sure to register before space fills up!
Members attend free, non-members cost is $35.
Pizza lunch will be provided to all attendees between 11:30 a.m.-noon.
Registration opens at 6:45 a.m. We hope to see you there!