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Hike to Hunt is here and it's time to hit your favorite trails or float your favorite waterways to raise funds and awareness for public land and water priorities. Follow these steps to participate and you can be entered to win killer prizes from some awesome outdoor brands! HOW DOES IT WORK? 1.   Post a picture or video of yourself hiking, paddling, or biking on public lands and include the caption: "I am raising funds and awareness of issues impacting our public lands, waters and wildlife while participating in @backcountryhunters annual Hike to Hunt program.” If you are participating in the fundraising competition, you can also include something like: “I am hiking [x] miles on [insert public lands/waters] to highlight [insert weekly policy priority]. Please donate at the link in my bio to support BHA's mission and work on behalf of our public lands, waters and wildlife." 2.   Use hashtag #hiketohunt and tag @backcountryhunters and your local chapter’s Instagram account in your post. 3.   Add fundraiser option in your post through Facebook or Instagram and include @backcountryhunters as the recipient. 4.   If you don’t want to fundraise via social media you can also raise funds through our event groove platform and be entered to win the same great prizes: Enter your contact information here https://lnkd.in/g68Fn75h (or at the link in our bio) to enter our sweepstakes.  5.   We have some awesome prizes for top fundraisers and weekly drawings for participation from brands like Danner, Finex, Grayl, Grundens, Mountain House, NRS, Sage, Savage, Yeti, Weston, Sitka, BFGoodrich, Irish Setter, Seek Outside, St. Croix, Waltons, Work Sharp, Benchmade, Jetboil, Vortex and more! Check out the Hike to Hunt landing page here: https://lnkd.in/gjbPGqwj (or at the link in our bio) for more details on how to participate and for a look at our upcoming weekly themes: Week 1- Land Access | Week 2- Stewardship | Week 3-Nature Rx | Week 4- Trailhead Diplomacy | Week- 5 Water Access | Week 6- Wildlife Week See you on the trail!

A drier golf course can indeed have several positive effects on playing quality and maintenance. Here are some potential benefits: 1. Improved playing quality: Dry conditions can result in firmer and faster playing surfaces, which are generally preferred by golfers. The ball tends to roll more smoothly, providing a better playing experience. 2. Less turf growth: Excessive moisture can promote rapid turf growth, leading to the need for more frequent mowing and maintenance. By maintaining drier conditions, turf growth can be regulated, reducing the frequency of mowing and associated maintenance costs. 3. Reduction in fungicide usage: Fungal diseases, such as dollar spot and brown patch, thrive in moist environments. By keeping the golf course drier, the risk of fungal infections can be minimized, reducing the need for fungicide applications. This can result in cost savings and potentially have environmental benefits by reducing chemical usage. 4. Fewer resources required for mowing: Drier conditions typically result in slower turf growth, leading to a reduced need for mowing. This can save labor, fuel, and equipment wear and tear, resulting in cost savings and potentially reducing the environmental impact associated with mowing operations. 5. Reduced incidence of disease: Moist conditions can create a favorable environment for various turf diseases. By promoting drier conditions, the incidence of diseases can be minimized, leading to healthier turf and potentially reducing the need for disease management practices and associated costs. @usga Source: https://lnkd.in/euRv4xPf Follow us now to get daily insights on golf sustainability ⁠ ⁠ #golfsustainability #sustainablegolf #olemiss

In the competitive business of thoroughbred racing, informed decisions are crucial. Our latest article breaks down OPTIMAL Mating Analysis, offering a systematic approach to selecting sires and dams that will produce top-performing racehorses. Discover how to enhance genetic quality, ensure balanced breeding and avoid common pitfalls. Make your breeding and buying decisions count with this essential guide. https://lnkd.in/giGWCgu8

Golf courses have a history of planting trees, but excessive and poorly planned tree plantings can cause problems for turfgrass. Trees block sunlight and air circulation, leading to weaker and stressed turf. Their root systems can compete with turf for moisture and nutrients. Improperly located trees can hide architectural features and make a course feel small and limited in playability. Developing a comprehensive tree-management program with expert evaluation can help golf courses strike a balance between tree aesthetics and playability. USGA Green Section agronomists can assist in developing such programs. Source: https://lnkd.in/er5ZN42B Follow us to get daily insights on Golf Sustainability! #golfsustainability #sustainablegolf #righttree #turfgrass #nutrients

Something PIG is down-the-line 🚀 It is time for innovation and technology in the swine sector! Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities! #pignnovation #pignnovationaward #swinehealth #swinetechnology #award #swine #innovation #msdanimalhealth #animalhealth

Winter tree management & maintenance services Now that we’re smack in the middle of winter the focus has been shifted to winter maintenance for your golf course. It makes sense to take advantage of the off-season to provide your golf course with the care it deserves. Aerial Tree Services, operating year-round, is here to assist you. Ensuring the well-being of your specialized turf, maintaining optimal playing conditions, and preserving the health of your golf course trees are essential tasks. Certified arborists play a crucial role in addressing various tree care and management needs during this winter downtime. Our certified arborists, equipped with the necessary skills and insurance, specialize in identifying and resolving tree issues specific to your course and its tree population. Whether it’s the removal of dead or damaged trees that impact play or turf health, or the elevation of tree canopies and removal of low-hanging limbs to enhance airflow for healthier turf, we’ve got you covered. Invest in the longevity of your golf course, and you’ll reap the rewards come springtime. Give us a call at 403-293-3416 today to schedule your tree care and management services. Aerial Tree Services is committed to safeguarding your investment and ensuring the continued beauty and vitality of your golf course. #treeservice #treeremoval #arborist #treeremovalexperts #calgaryarborist

In a recent study by Wasserman, researchers found that the audience for fans of offshore fishing is estimated to be over 100 million in the United States, with 85% of the freshwater fishing tournament fans expressing interest in offshore fishing tournaments as well. Read more about the success of the Sport Fishing Championship and why there is a significant appetite for offshore fishing in this article from Forbes!

Breeding Digest: Putting the 'Run' Into 'Vron' #westpointthoroughbreds #horseracing #jaxontraveler #steveasmussen #run https://lnkd.in/eHcBHpVt

Did you know gilts have smaller litters than sows? The largest litter sizes are usually between parity 3 and parity 5, with sizes remaining constant or decreasing with higher parity sows. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2spsUbd #tonisity #tonisitypx #tonisitypigs #swine #porkfarm