The magical promise of this Avalon is waste management services and golf courses. Through its American Waste Management Services subsidiary, Avalon Holdings helps customers manage and dispose of wastes. Services include hazardous and nonhazardous waste brokerage and management services and captive landfill management services -- management of landfills used exclusively by their owners. The company also operates two golf courses near its headquarters. The golf operations include the management of  dining and banquet facilities and a travel agency. Chairman Ronald Klingle controls a 67% voting stake in Avalon Holdings.