Download or read book Guide to Synthetic and Natural Turfgrass for Sports Fields written by and published by . This book was released on 1998* with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sports Fields written by Jim Puhalla and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1999-08-27 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A definitive how-to book for every practitoner of sports turf -- from football to baseball to soccer and everything in between. Sports Fields covers every important aspect of planning, design, construction, and turfgrass maintenance with hundreds of illustrations and step-by-step procedures to help you get the job done right -- first time, every time. No other book provides such intricate detail, combined with easy-to-understand guidance.
Download or read book Establishing and Maintaining the Natural Turf Athletic Field written by Stephen T. Cockerham and published by UCANR Publications. This book was released on 2004 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Smart Guide to Maintaining Synthetic Sports Turf Long Pile written by Martin Sheppard and published by . This book was released on 2015-03-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The popularity of the synthetic sports surfaces has seen more than 100 fields installed in Australia for various football codes, with another 50 already being planned. Historically the perception was that you could play 24/7 on the fields and little maintenance was required. Written by Australian synthetic sports turf expert Martin Sheppard, in conjunction with Europe's leading expert Alastair Cox; The Smart Guide to Maintaining Synthetic Sports Turf (Long Pile) brings together the best thinking globally. It addresses the importance and principles of maintenance; the type of maintenance that typically needs to be completed; the machines to use; research from the world governing body for Football (FIFA) together with typical schedules for consideration.Targeted at the key investors in synthetic surfaces in Australia including local government; sport and the education sectors Sheppard stated "the average life expectancy of synthetic sports fields is around ten years and cost in excess of $1.2 m to install, yet some purchasers believe the old sales spin that you can play on them 24 hours a day and no maintenance is needed. This isn't true".
Download or read book Sports Fields written by James C. Puhalla and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-12 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The completely updated edition of the definitive sports field book Recognizing that new developments in the design, construction, and maintenance of sports fields have literally changed the playing field, Sports Fields, Second Edition is now fully updated and revised to continue its legacy as a leading authority on sports field management. Highly illustrated, with step-by-step examination of essential topics such as turfgrass and soil science, sand fields, turf paints, field quality evaluation, and weather preparedness, this in-depth guide chalks out the ultimate game plan to integrate these elements into a winning project. Sports Fields, Second Edition includes: New coverage of environmental stewardship and resource conservation, natural and organic field maintenance, and artificial turf care and maintenance Discussion of the following field types: baseball, softball, football, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, tennis, and track and field Updated information on grasses, pesticides, fertilizers, and equipment New exploration of green initiatives in the design and maintenance of fields Hundreds of illustrations, 50 percent of which are newly updated A versatile how-to guide, Sports Fields, Second Edition suggests solutions to common field problems that are not only helpful for professional sports turf practitioners, but also for park and recreation professionals, school athletic field managers, architects, landscape architects, and engineers. Chapter after chapter delivers on the promise of imparting well-grounded principles that can be applied to create athletic fields that are long-lasting, visually dazzling—and eminently playable.
Download or read book Synthetic Turf Sports Fields written by American Sports Builders Association and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Science and Engineering of Sport Surfaces written by Sharon Dixon and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-06-05 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sports surface design is crucial for the successful performance of sports skills and the reduction of injury risk. Surfaces have developed from natural materials such as turf, clay and cinder, to synthetic surfaces such as acrylic tennis courts, artificial turf for soccer and synthetic running tracks, while our understanding of natural turf has developed in terms of properties appropriate for different sports and surface sustainability. This book draws together the very latest research on biomechanical, medical and engineering approaches to the study of sports surfaces. Written by a team of leading international sport scientists, engineers and technologists, the book covers every key aspect of surface development and design, including: surface behaviour surface classification, function, construction and maintenance influence of surfaces on player performance and injury surface test methods and monitoring development of natural turf and synthetic surfaces shoe-turf interaction future developments in sports surface technology. Representing the most comprehensive and up-to-date study of sports surfaces, this book is important reading for all researchers and professionals working in sports technology, sports engineering, biomechanics or sports medicine.
Download or read book Turfgrass written by John C. Stier and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-01-22 with total page 1344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainability is a key framework for analyzing biological systems—and turfgrass is no exception. It is part of a complex that encompasses turfgrass interactions with different environments and the suitability of different turfgrasses for specific environments. In addition to its biological role, turfgrass—in the form of lawns, green spaces, and playing surfaces—brings beneficial sociological effects to an increasingly urbanized society. This book presents a comprehensive overview of current knowledge and issues in the field of turfgrass research and management, including the genetics and breeding, the diseases and pests, and the ecology of turfgrasses, and will appeal to a broad spectrum of readers.
Download or read book NIAAA s Guide to Interscholastic Athletic Administration written by National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2013 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive resource covers leadership, operations, financial and facilities management, and other chief administrative responsibilities to help readers better understand the athletic director's multifaceted role.
Download or read book Best Management Practices for Construction of Sand based Natural Grass Athletic Fields for Football and Soccer written by Alec Kowalewski and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sand-based, natural turfgrass and synthetic surfaces are the best options for athletic fields in the rainy Pacific Northwest. Sand-based, natural turfgrass fields, when compared to synthetic surfaces, are initially less expensive, more enjoyable to play on, cooler in warm weather, less hazardous when wet, more resilient, and are 30 to 50 times less expensive to replace. However, high-quality, sand-based sports fields able to withstand intensive traffic under the range of climatic conditions present in the PNW depend on many construction components, including sand selection, base grade, surface and subsurface drainage, turfgrass genus, and species selection.
Download or read book Life Cycle and Playability Analysis of Natural Turfgrass and Synthetic Infill Playing Surfaces Under Field Conditions written by Daviscourt Brian L. and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perception of a long-term cost advantage of synthetic infill turf systems relative to natural grass systems has contributed to a rise in their popularity in the USA. However, few comprehensive cost assessments of natural grass and synthetic infill systems exist. There are also no studies looking at interactions between surface quality, maintenance practices, and real foot traffic on athletic surfaces. Currently, simulated traffic is the most commonly used method for assessing wear tolerance on athletic playing surfaces. This series of case studies took five natural grass and five synthetic infill fields in the Willamette Valley, OR, and gathered information on their maintenance practices, costs of installation and maintenance, surface quality data, and player use hours from field managers, athletic directors, coaches, online schedules, and player rosters. This information was used to perform a life cycle analysis and find the maintenance cost of providing an hour of player use for both field types. A simple linear regression analysis was also performed exploring the relationships of maintenance practices and real player traffic with percent green cover and surface hardness on natural grass surfaces, and infill depth and surface hardness on synthetic infill surfaces. Findings from this work determined that the average cost of installing a synthetic field was $162.66 m2 and the average annual equivalent was $20.10 m2. The average cost of installing a natural grass field was $45.61 m2 and the average annual equivalent was $10.11 m2. It was found that the average cost of providing an hour of use to a single person was $3.48 for the natural grass fields averaged and $3.25 for the synthetic fields. This series of case studies suggests that mean percent green cover showed little variation across the month of July and no variation in the month of November on natural grass fields. The only statistical difference was likely associated with the lack of summer irrigation on one of the fields in the month of July. This was likely due to good growing conditions under irrigation in the summer and excess soil moisture in the rainy season. Reducing mean surface softness on natural grass fields was attributed to increased cultivation events leading to firmer fields while higher mowing heights were associated with increased surface softness in July and November. With synthetic infill fields there was a correlation between surface softness and infill depth. The maintenance practices of brooming and grooming, followed by debris removal, and crumb rubber replacement were associated with improving surface softness and increasing infill depth.
Download or read book Managing Healthy Sports Fields written by Paul D. Sachs and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-01-22 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The huge chemical arsenal once available to turf managers for pest, weed and disease control has slowly but surely been restricted or regulated. As a result alternative methods have had to be sought. This text aims to liberate the modern turf manager from dependency on chemical treatments through suggestions you can adapt to specific field types, climatic zones, and desired appearance. Author Paul Sachs offers safety for people and animals, as well as longevity for the land, without sacrificing the quality of the turf itself. Written for turf managers who need to reduce or eliminate chemical pesticides and fertilisers in their turfgrass management processes. Offers advice and practical steps to earth-conscious turf managers, and those who are responding to the growing chorus of concerns about fertilisers and pesticides. Covers the basics of soil fertility, composting, methods of soil analysis, cultural practices and pests.
Download or read book Sustainable Landscape Management written by Ann Marie VanDerZanden and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-21 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF LANDSCAPES A must-have guide for anyone working with landscapes, Sustainable Landscape Management eases the transition of the landscape industry into a new era of green consciousness. Filled with examples that illustrate best practices, the book provides a practical framework for the development of sustainable management strategies from design to execution and, eventually, to maintenance in an effort to construct landscapes that function more efficiently and minimize the impact on the environment. Sustainable Landscape Management includes: An overview of sustainable design and construction techniques as the basis for the maintenance and management of constructed landscapes Coverage of ecosystem development, managing landscape beds, managing trees and shrubs, and lawn care An entire chapter devoted to issues associated with the use of chemicals in landscape management Guidance on retrofitting existing landscapes for sustainability Reshaping the landscape takes on more significance as society embraces a new value system for advancing environmentally friendly ideals. By following the management principles laid out in this book, readers will learn the key elements for building landscapes that integrate beauty and function to create a sustainable presence that extends well into the future.
Download or read book Thrive 10th Anniversary Edition written by Brendan Brazier and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2017-02-14 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the few professional athletes on an entirely plant-based diet, Brendan Brazier developed this easy-to-follow program to enhance his performance as an elite endurance athlete. Ten years later, his lifestyle still works. In this anniversary edition, Brendan brings 25 new recipes as well as updates throughout. Thrive features a 12-week whole foods meal plan, 125 easy-to-make recipes with raw food options that are free of dairy, gluten, soy, wheat, corn, refined sugar. With this program, you can lower body fat and increase muscle tone; diminish visible signs of aging; increase energy and mental clarity; sleep better and more restfully. Thrive is a long-term eating plan that will help you develop a lean body, sharp mind, and everlasting energy, whether you're a professional athlete or simply looking to boost your physical and mental health.
Download or read book Turfgrass Science and Culture written by James B Beard and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 1972 with total page 682 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic and best-selling text for sod and turfgrass courses covering lawnkeeping and athletic groundskeeping.
Download or read book Sports Turf Amenity Grasses written by David Aldous and published by Landlinks Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A key is provided to identify grasses easily using diagrams. Meticulously drawn illustrations provide an invaluable identification aid. This reference work will be essential reading for turf professionals, horticulture students and those working with public land."--BOOK COVER
Download or read book Planning Guide for Maintaining School Facilities written by Tom Szuba and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
