Winter Isn’t Snow Time, It’s Show Time

Sports Fields Blog

Posted by on Monday, January 16, 2012 11:15 AM

As winter drags along, chances are rebuilding your pitchers mound or the drainage on your soccer field aren’t foremost in your mind.  However, when the snow is falling, we are working overtime fine-tuning our products for your spring needs.

Waupaca Sand & Solutions recently returned from the Sports Turf Managers Association national conference.  We spent days learning about the latest innovations in infield mixes, clays, and turf care.  The conference was also a great opportunity for us to talk with athletic field managers from across the United States.  We discussed their challenges and discovered how manufacturers like us help make their lives easier.

As we talk with our customers over the next few months, we hope to discuss some of these innovative ideas with you.  Come see us at the Wisconsin Turfgrass Association Winter EXPO, Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association Conference, Illinois Sports Turf Managers Association Winter Workshop, or Golf Industry Show.

5 Guidelines for Selling Ideas to Your Greens Committee

Golf Course Solutions Blog

Posted by on Thursday, October 06, 2011 06:14 AM

“Sell” is Not a Four Letter Word

Most of us never think of ourselves as salespeople, but we all have customers.  We are all selling something.  We sell our vision of the world to our children.  We sell the idea of a hunting trip to our spouses.  We sell to our boards, bosses and co-workers. 

Flood Zone to Work Zone to Play Zone

Sports Fields Blog

Posted by on Monday, September 26, 2011 09:34 AM

Baseball recently made a comeback to the Village of Rock Springs. In 2008, the village experienced major flooding. Several buildings and houses were severely damaged, including the village’s only baseball field. The field was under 10 feet of water for several days. After the water finally receded, it left behind silt, sediment, and other debris. Efforts to repair field were minimal as sufficient funds were not available.

6 Ways to Landscape Bolder With Boulders

Sports Fields Blog

Posted by on Friday, September 16, 2011 06:07 AM

Make a bold statement with your next landscape project.  One-of-a-kind boulders can be both functional and attractive additions to your property.

Accent boulders placed in planting areas add natural beauty and colors that contrast the surrounding foliage.  However, large rocks can also perform many practical functions around your property.  Consider using boulders for natural benches along walking paths.  Protect lawns and property corners from unwanted vehicle and pedestrian traffic.  Mark driveway entrances and business signs.

Sand Math: How Much Sand Do I Need For My Project?

Golf Course Solutions Blog

Posted by on Thursday, September 01, 2011 10:05 AM

We’re often asked to help calculate how much sand, topsoil, or stone will be needed for a particular job.  Here are some common calculations and conversion factors to use when filling a hole or topdressing.

Waupaca Sand’s Finest Stars in “Sand Masters”

Golf Course Solutions Blog

Posted by on Tuesday, July 05, 2011 10:22 AM

Some sands are not meant to be brushed into areation holes.  Some sands are destined for stardom!

Last week in the Wisconsin Dells, two ordinary piles of sand were transformed into amazing works of art by the “Sand Guys.”  The Sand Guys were filming an episode of “Sand Masters” for the Travel Channel which featured them building sand sculptures of two Noah’s Ark waterslides.