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Author(s):Walker, David
Author Affiliation:Freelance writer, Cleveland, OH
Title:Taming pesky micro-climates
Section:Maintenance
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Source:Athletic Turf: Maintenance & Technology. Vol. 4, No. 4, July/August 2001, p. 24-25, 28-29.
Publishing Information:Cleveland, OH: Advanstar Communications, Inc.
# of Pages:4
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Sports turf; Stadia; Microclimate; Light intensity; Temperatures; Air movement; Humidity; Localized dry spots; Shade
Facility Names:Safeco Field, in Seattle, Washington; Enron Field, in Houston, Texas
Abstract/Contents:Discusses the problems associated with stadiums that have "micro-climates". Details the work done at Safeco Field in Seattle and Enron Field in Houston, both of which have retractable domes. Addresses the importance of keeping the roof open in order to increase sunlight and promote air movement. Describes the "pursuit of a low-light turf that would hold up in a sports environment".
Language:English
References:0
Note:Includes sidebars, "Field construction often a backward process"; p. 25, and "Out, darn dry spots!"; p. 28
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ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Walker, D. 2001. Taming pesky micro-climates. Athlet. Turf Maint. Technol. 4(4):p. 24-25, 28-29.
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