Most golfers take for granted their beautifully maintained golf course when they hit the links for fun and exercise. They probably have little understanding of how much work it takes to maintain a golf course on a daily basis, or of the science that has been developed over the decades to make it possible to enjoy such great playing conditions. The USGA's Green Section knows a lot about how we come to obtain these standards, having been involved in turfgrass and educational programs since 1920. For the past six years, the USGA Green Section has dedicated a significant amount of time and resources focusing on environmental outreach. Through programs such as the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses , Wildlife Links , and many other environmentally oriented projects, the USGA promotes ecologically sound land management, and the conservation and protection of natural resources on golf courses.
Golf courses hold great potential as hospitable areas for many species of animals and plants.
We should all continue to support efforts to promote environmental awareness. Take some time to visit the information about the USGA's environmental activities.