First Green
@TheFirstGreen
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First Green is an innovative environmental education outreach program using golf courses as environmental learning labs.
Lawrence, KS
Joined May 2012
Great story about the power of First Green and programs like it!
From Field Trip to Fairways: How One Classroom Visit Sparked a Career in Golf Course Management. Read a great story how a student came full circle from a high school field trip to becoming a @GCSAA Class C member! @TheFirstGreen @WWGCSA @NationalFFA
https://t.co/S3QPbNsH9A
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The perfect recipient for the @WWGCSA Paul Backman DSA! Karen Armstead, PhD., is recognized for her early contribution to @TheFirstGreen which led to where it is today. Truly a treasure of the industry!
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To have a pin on an FFA jacket is truly an honor!
Day 2 at FFA National begins with a visit from a student who participated in the National Turfgrass Science Invitational we hosted @GCSAA Conference in San Diego! Love that she tracked me down!
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Leann Cooper has been promoted to senior director, member programs, for GCSAA. She has been a part of the GCSAA staff for the last 25 years. In her new role, Cooper will provide overall direction and program management for member relations, chapter outreach, field staff,
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Oct 23rd 2025 vs Nov 2nd 2016! We have been hosting @TheFirstGreen field trips for 9 years!!! The work that @GCSAA staff and committees put into the program definitely shows. Each year our field trips get better and better! Not only do they showcase our industry but it’s also
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This summer, @cactusandpine hosted a job expo and a @TheFirstGreen event in Arizona. Learn how the chapter is investing in the future of the industry: https://t.co/KnriWXw9n3
@GCSAA
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Yesterday was a great day with the @CarolinasGCSA for their Fall Meeting at Grandfather Mtn. Met many outstanding individuals. Today I am in Raleigh with Megan Speziale presenting on @TheFirstGreen. Megan is the wife of Peter Speziale President of the @PiedmontGCSA #GrowtheGame
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Prep work has begun for the next @TheFirstGreen field trip! Schools love Fall field trips so if you haven’t been able to secure a school yet don’t be afraid to ask again! @GCSAA
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Vermont sees its first @TheFirstGreen field trip and local @NBC affiliate, @MYNBC5, was there to capture the day: https://t.co/DvBwR0Cc7l
#STEAM #STEM
mynbc5.com
Manchester Country Club held a First Green event bringing students hands-on learning opportunities
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Boom goes the dynamite 🧨 @TheFirstGreen season is upon us. @GCSAA Director Scott Griffith, CGCS, @UGAGolfCourse hosted @clarkecentral Horticulture Class with irrigation, soils, equipment technician, robotics, career path, sustainability stations and of course a little fun with
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Today I am blessed to be spending time with students from Clarke Central HS with @GCSAA Director Scott Griffith, CGCS, at The University of Georgia Golf Course for a @TheFirstGreen field trip. Students are getting a peek behind the scenes of #golf course operations. @BusekTim
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Come join our team!
GCSAA is looking for you! Do you have?: • Creative thinking skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable • Excellent written, verbal and communication skills while working in a collaborative team environment • Top-notch customer service skills with the ability to
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Hey @TheFirstGreen …color in Vermont!!! Thanks to Sean , staff, and volunteers who hosted Dorset 5th graders today. Fun group, awesome stations made for an exciting day. Local news on hand Too. Hope to get the footage posted soon.
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A very successful First Green event today at Scurry County Golf Course in Snyder, Texas. Over 180 5th graders, 24 volunteers for 8 learning stations and Snyder First Responders cooking for about 250 people. Everyone had a great time.
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School is back and so are fall field trips, like GCSAA’s @TheFirstGreen program. First Green is a STEAM environmental outreach program that uses golf courses as living laboratories. Hear more about the program from Leann Cooper, director of First Green and Workforce Development,
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Last weekend we had another addition to Everybody loves the Sup! on Utah Golf Radio. This one featured Steve Ahlander from Bonneville Golf Course, give it a listen starting at 1:16!! @gcsaa #utahgcsa
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Podcast Episode · Utah Golf Radio · 08/31/2025 · 1h 36m
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@TheFirstGreen trip today @SilveradoResort with 50 students from Vichy Elementary in Napa, CA. Kudos to @dwalter174 and his wife Kayla, PGA/LPGA Professional (pictured right) who organized an amazing event. @GCSAA @PGA @LPGA @PGATOURAgronomy
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A new private golf property in Montana’s Big Sky country is looking for a motivated 1st Assistant Superintendent to join during the grow-in phase and help bring the course to life ahead of its June 2026 opening. Working alongside Superintendent Jarod Spurlin and the course
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We're looking for some Fall @TheFirstGreen field trips! School starts soon and it's a good time to reach out to teachers. Let us know how we can help! @RMGCSA @UtahGCSA @OregonGCSA @WWGCSA @IEGCSA @PeaksGCSA @IdahoGCSA
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What a perfect day for another @TheFirstGreen field trip! Today’s 4th grade field trip consisted of 120 students who were eager to learn how @GCSAA superintendents use #STEAM to manage a golf course! A big shoutout to all my @MidAtlGCSAA volunteers and to @TurfTechGuy for the FG
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