GCSAA’s First Green program is a science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) environmental outreach program that uses the golf course as a living laboratory. K-12 students participate in hands-on, outdoor learning stations that include lessons on wildlife habitat, soil science, environmental sustainability, mathematics, water conservation, water quality, career exploration and much more.
First Green is a program of the GCSAA Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA).
Golf course superintendents interested in hosting a field trip should read below about how to become First Green ready.
If you are a teacher or club leader and want to expand your STEAM curriculum with one of our field trips, we are here to help.
First Green encourages parents to get involved, and welcomes your insight to further improve our workshops.
We need your support to achieve our goals. Contact us today if you would like to become a Friend of First Green.
Philip Webb, eight-year GCSAA member and golf course superintendent at Guyan Golf & Country Club in Huntington, W.V., recently hosted a First Green field trip – the first held in West Virginia.
Engaging the next generation in the golf course superintendent and equipment manager professions is a key focus for GCSAA. This commitment is exemplified through ongoing collaborations with the National FFA Organization, which boasts over 1,000,000 students nationwide participating in programs designed to cultivate future leaders in agriculture.
Hurricane Helene was no match for the support for the winners of the inaugural National Turfgrass Science Invitational.