Bob Vavrek

Bob has been part of the USGA Green Section Staff since 1990. His current responsibilities include making Turf Advisory Service visits and USGA Championship preparation in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. A native of Ohio, Bob holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Marietta College. A Masters degree in turfgrass entomology from The Ohio State University explains Bob’s interest in helping golf course superintendents make an accurate diagnosis of turf related problems and, whenever possible, to reduce pesticide use through Integrated Pest Management. Bob resides in Waukesha, Wisconsin. His hobbies include fishing, fly tying and magic.