Pages within Resources Current ChallengesResearch & InformationBuyers GuideToolsRegional ResourcesCentral PlainsSouthwestSoutheastSouth CentralNorthwestNortheastMid-AtlanticGreat LakesFloridaChapter ResourcesChapter DirectoryAnnual Reporting RequirementsChapter Outreach Grant ProgramBest Management Practices Grant ProgramEventsChapter Leaders/Executives SymposiumChapter Board ResourcesSpeakers BureauManaging Your ChapterModel BylawsRequirements for New ChaptersChapter EM ToolkitValue of Competency-Based Education for EMsChapter Education for EMs BMPsPoints for Chapter EM EducationSpeakers Bureau for EM educationEM Series WebinarsChapter and member logosAdvocacy ToolkitEvent Codes and PointsChapter Outreach Resources Great Lakes Shane Conroy Great Lakes regional representative A former assistant golf course superintendent, Shane joined the GCSAA staff in 2015. He resides in Ferndale, Mich. Tel: 800-472-7878, ext. 3635 Field staff report COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF AND YOUR TEAM by Shane Conroy | Dec 23, 2024 I often like to imagine college football introducing promotion and relegation to give it a fresh look. So, what does the promotion and relegation have to do with turfgrass management? It’s a concept that can be incorporated into your program and team, as well. Full story GIVING THANKS TO SUPERINTENDENTS by Shane Conroy | Nov 26, 2024 As the holiday season approaches, many of us take time to reflect on the people who make a difference in our lives. For golfers, one group that often goes unsung but plays a vital role in our enjoyment of the game, are golf course superintendents. Full story GCSAA AND FFA OFFER EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITY by Shane Conroy | Nov 08, 2024 The FFA and GCSAA have teamed up to offer a new competitive event designed for high school students in agricultural education. Full story Upcoming events Upcoming events in the region. This is not necessarily a comprehensive list. If you have an addition to make, please reach out. WGCSA Turf Symposium Dates: 04 – 05 Dec, 2019 Visit Great Lakes forums Visit the Forums » This region includes Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.