American Societry of Golf Course Architects | Inside ASGCA

American Association of Golf Course Architects | Inside ASGCA

The ASGCA Foundation

The mission of the ASGCA Foundation is to help fund the research of golf course design and to disseminate that information to those interested in designating green space for recreational purposes. It is also dedicated to growing the game of golf and preserving and promoting the beauty and virtue of the game. If interested in making contribution to the Foundation, please contact ASGCA.

Projects Supported by the ASGCA Foundation

In keeping with the mission of the ASGCA Foundation, and at the direction of its Board of Directors, the following are among the projects funded in the recent past:

MSU Architects Gallery

This video archiving project is hosted and maintained by the Michigan State University Library. Many of ASGCA’s most prolific and notable members have shared their design philosophy and reminiscences on video. These videos can be viewed by visiting the Architects Gallery.

“Building a Practical Golf Facility"

This groundbreaking book by Past President Dr. Michael Hurdzan, ASGCA makes the case for alternative golf facilities and describes eight “levels” of golf, from small practice ranges to resort-style championship courses. The book includes dozens of case studies illustrating how communities and individuals made golf work within their budgets and space available.

ASGCA Display at Pinehurst

ASGCA has teamed with North Carolina’s Pinehurst Resort, the site of its first Annual Meeting in 1947, to display artifacts connected with both Donald Ross, ASGCA’s honorary first president, and the practice of golf course architecture. The permanent display can be viewed in the historic clubhouse at Pinehurst, located adjacent to the venerable Donald Ross layout, Pinehurst No. 2.

“An Environmental Approach to Golf Course Development"

Recently revised for publication, the third edition of this handbook and case study collection is for anyone interested in developing a golf course with sensitivity to Mother Nature’s gifts. First written in 1993, the current version features important background information regarding permitting and the development process. The 16 case studies provide real-life examples of recent projects which tackled challenging environmental issues like water supply, wildlife habitat, wetlands protection and mitigation and brownfield reclamation. The book also includes an extensive reference section, including listings of books, organizations and Web sites for more information.

“Presidents I Have Known"

A modern history of ASGCA, this book was written by ASGCA Executive Secretary Emeritus Paul Fullmer, who drew on his 35 years as administrative head of the association to write this 2006 book. This fascinating look at the personalities and circumstances that made up ASGCA’s first 60 years is an invaluable record of a unique group of professionals. Please contact ASGCA if interested in purchasing a copy.