Veteran Course Designers Gather to Share Secrets | Professional Disc Golf Association
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**TITLE:** "Revolutionizing Disc Golf: The First-Ever Course Design Conference"
**META_TITLE:** "Disc Golf Course Design Conference 2014: Learn from the Experts"
**META_DESCRIPTION:** "Join the inaugural Course Design Conference to learn from veteran designers, network with industry professionals, and gain insights into the art and science of disc golf course design. Register now!"
**ARTICLE:**
The world of disc golf is about to get a major boost in professionalism and expertise as the first-ever Course Design Conference takes place on May 3rd-4th, 2014. This groundbreaking event brings together some of the sport's most seasoned designers, including John Houck, Harold Duvall, Chuck Kennedy, Pat Farrell, Brian Giggey, Tim Kopacz, Allen Colp, and Steve West, who will share their knowledge and experience with attendees.
The Course Design Conference is a unique opportunity for players and aspiring designers to learn the science behind hole design, risk and reward elements, foliage management, environmental issues, construction procedures, and more. Unlike traditional college courses, this conference is designed to provide hands-on learning in a real-world setting, where participants can apply theoretical concepts to actual course designs.
The conference program features an impressive range of sessions, including "Skill Design, Forecasting, Set Par, Course Validation, Tweaking" and "Course Building: How-to, Environment, Water Issues, Sustainability". Attendees will also have the chance to participate in designer-led tours of the Innova Disc Golf Center's (IDGC) iconic courses, including Steady Ed hole #5.
One of the highlights of the conference is the Manufacturer Roundtable, where industry leaders will discuss their products and support programs for course development. This is a unique opportunity for attendees to share their ideas and contribute to the future of disc golf course design.
Of course, no conference would be complete without playtime! Semi-organized play on select courses at the IDGC and the Hippodrome has been included in the schedule, giving attendees ample time to test their skills and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Registration fees range from $49 to $99 for 1-day or full-weekend packages, with discounted rates available for PDGA and DGCD members. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic event – register soon, as spots are limited to 72 attendees!
For those interested in learning more about the art and science of disc golf course design, the Disc Golf Course Designers (DGCD) group offers a wealth of knowledge and resources. Founded by Steady Ed Headrick, John David, Tom Monroe, and Chuck Kennedy in 1994, the DGCD aims to "Pursue excellence in disc golf course design to serve players of all ages and skills". Membership benefits include access to online discussions, networking opportunities, and credibility among clients.
By joining the DGCD in conjunction with registering for the Course Design Conference, attendees can save $30 on their conference fee. We invite all serious design enthusiasts to join us at this pioneering event and become part of a community dedicated to enhancing the sport through exceptional course design.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/veteran-course-designers-gather-share-secrets