First Green: Turning Golf Courses Into Classrooms

About First Green: Turning Golf Courses Into Classrooms

Hosted by Jenny Bledge, Workforce Project manager at The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), The First Green Podcast Series is a step-by-step audio guide to help greenkeepers host inspiring field trips where young people explore STEM on the golf course. Designed to accompany the BIGGA First Green Toolkit, each episode walks you through planning, running, and promoting your event in a relaxed, friendly way. Perfect for listening on the go, this series boosts your confidence and brings the toolkit to life. Bonus episodes on individual lesson plans coming soon!

Publisher

BIGGA

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 May 2025

Latest episode

28 May 2025

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 11 – How BIGGA Can Help

   This episode explores how BIGGA supports the First Green initiative, offering resources and encouragement for turning golf courses into educational spaces.

2. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 10 – Step 7: After the Field Trip

   This episode discusses gathering feedback, claiming continuing professional development points, and reflecting on successes after a field trip.

3. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 9 – Step 6: The Day of the Field Trip

   This episode walks through a First Green field trip, explaining how to manage the day and ensure everyone enjoys the experience.

4. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 8 – Step 5: Spreading the Word

   This episode discusses how to effectively promote community events using social media and local press, increasing awareness and participation.

5. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 7 – Step 4: Planning Your Field Trip

   This episode details the essential steps for planning a successful field trip, including selecting learning stations and organizing volunteers.

6. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 6 – Step 3: Registering Your Field Trip

   This episode explains the simple process of registering a field trip with BIGGA to gain access to event support and materials.

7. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 5 – Step 2: Connecting with Schools or Youth Groups

   First Green provides actionable advice on connecting with local schools and youth groups to engage them with golf course educational programs.

8. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 4 – Step 1: Registering Your Interest

   This episode guides listeners through the initial step of registering interest with BIGGA to access support and resources for the First Green program.

9. 

   28 May 2025

   Episode 3 – Getting Started: The Quick Start Guide

   This episode outlines seven straightforward steps for conducting a First Green field trip, emphasizing the support available to educators.

10. 

    28 May 2025

    Episode 2: Greenkeepers & Golf Clubs – What’s In It For Us?

    This episode explores the advantages of hosting First Green events for greenkeepers, golf clubs, the local community, and the golf industry's future.

11. 

    27 May 2025

    Episode 1: Welcome to First Green

    This episode introduces the First Green program and explains how golf courses transform into educational spaces for students.

Podcast Authority Score: 22 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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