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SUMMARY:Ecology-Based Landscapes: A Virtual Education Series
DESCRIPTION:NDAL is offering a series of programming organized in two categories: 1) Professional Practitioners and 2) Home Gardeners & Educators. \nTopics for professionals will range from native design and management\, to roof gardens\, to planning for the recruitment of spontaneous vegetation. \nHome gardeners can explore methods for wildflower meadow creation\, and school administrators & educators can learn about how to incorporate native gardening into their curriculum/campuses. \nJoin the room – virtually – for our Prairie-side Chat series as Larry Weaner interviews and compares notes with iconic practitioners Piet Oudolf\, Gerould Wilhelm\, Charles Birnbaum\, and Darrel Morrison. \nFor more information about all programs CLICK HERE
URL:https://nofa.organiclandcare.net/event/ecology-based-landscapes-a-virtual-education-series/
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CATEGORIES:online learning
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SUMMARY:NGICP National Green Infrastructure Certification Program – February
DESCRIPTION:Mon\, February 1 @ 12:00 pm EST – Mon\, February 22 @ 5:00 pm EST\nOnline Virtual Class/Workshop/Conference\nPURCHASE TICKETS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n35-Hour Class – Offered on 7 Afternoons\n12:00pm-5:00pm EDT\n\nMonday 2/1/21\nWednesday 2/3/21\nMonday 2/8/21\nWednesday 2/10/21\nMonday 2/15/21\nWednesday 2/17/21\nMonday 2/22/21.\n\nLearn Stormwater Solutions\nWhat is NGICP Certification?\nInitiated under the leadership of DC Water and the Water Environment Federation\, the National Green Infrastructure Certification Program (NGICP) sets national certification standards for green infrastructure (GI) construction\, inspection\, and maintenance workers. \nDesigned to meet international best-practice standards\, the certification advances the establishment of sustainable communities by promoting GI as an environmentally and economically beneficial stormwater management option\, supporting the development of proficient green work-forces\, and establishing a career path for skilled GI workers. \nWhy Is NGICP Certification Necessary?\nThe program provides the foundation understanding needed to properly design and oversee construction\, inspection\, and maintenance of green stormwater infrastructure.  Designed to meet international best practice standards\, this program provides candidates with the technical skills necessary to incorporate green infrastructure into projects successfully. This 35-hour course is the\nprerequisite for the exam to achieve NGICP certification. The comprehensive program: \n\nExpands your green infrastructure building\, inspection\, and maintenance knowledge\nProvides competitive edge in the green infrastructure arena\nOffers clients a way to identify certified individuals with NGICP Certification Database\nDemonstrates an investment in your professional expertise\nOffers access to more GI project opportunities\nShows your commitment to supporting sustainable performance of GI practices\n\nWhat Skills are Taught in NGICP Certification\nThis course prepares you to demonstrate your competency in these green infrastructure areas: \n\nBioretention (rain gardens\, bioretention cells\, curb extensions/bulb-outs\, bioswales and stormwater planters)\nRainwater harvesting (rain barrels and cisterns)\nPermeable pavements (porous concrete\, pervious asphalt and permeable pavers)\nGreen roofs and blue roofs\nDry wells and stormwater wetlands\nA high school diploma (or equivalent) is required to be eligible for NGICP certification\n\nClass Tuition: $800 \nWould you like to speak to a graduate of the program in order to learn firsthand about the course? Contact ela.info@comcast.net. \nCertification Exam\nThe exam is currently being administered as a computer-based test at PSI Testing Centers. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from PSI regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training. There is an additional $200 fee for the exam. \nContinuing Education Credits\nThis program has been awarded Continuing Education Credits by APLD\, LA CES\, MELNA\, and NOFA. Additional CEUs are being sought. \nAbout the Presenter\nTrevor Smith is a stormwater and regenerative landscape consultant and a landscape designer for A Yard and a Half Landscape Cooperative – an ecological landscape design and install company in the Boston area. For 20 years Trevor has worked to improve our planet and our community through ecological landscape design and education. As past President and current Board member of the Ecological Landscape Alliance (ELA)\, Trevor and ELA work to bring vital information\, resources and educational materials to the landscape design community. Trevor has taught many classes on Green Infrastructure; is a regular contributor to landscape publications; and is a frequent lecturer at industry events.\nAs a company\, Land Escapes Design Inc. has led the way in GSI as well as regenerative land care throughout New England. Trevor’s specialties include: Green Infrastructure\, Urban Farming\, Stormwater Management\, Rain Harvesting\, Native Plant Design\, and Soil Reclamation.\nTrevor’s work on Green Infrastructure projects in Boston have earned him two prestigious awards: Greenovate Boston and the EPA Environmental Merit Award. Trevor holds the following certifications: LEED Green Associate\, Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist\, Accredited Organic Land Care Professional\, Certified Rainwater Harvesting Installer\, Certified Green Roof and Wall Installer\, Certified Porous Pave Installer\, Certified Landscape for Life Trainer\, National Green Infrastructure Certified Professional Trainer.\nTrevor is the past President of the Ecological Landscape Alliance\, Sustainability Board Member of the Boston Green Academy\, member of the Northeast Organic Farming Association\, member of the United States Green Business Council\, member of the Bio-nutrient Food Association\, and a member of the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association
URL:https://nofa.organiclandcare.net/event/ngicp-national-green-infrastructure-certification-program-february/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Land Care,online learning
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SUMMARY:Grassroots Seed Propagation: Recorded Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Watch This Webinar at your Leisure..   \nGrowing Native Plants from Seed….even in the winter! \nGrowing native plants from seed is a different way to interact with our native flora and an inexpensive way to produce a lot of plants. The seeds of wild plants have a very different set of needs than those of garden and vegetable species. Timing is crucial and fall and winter are ideal times to sow the seeds of many species. \nIn this webinar\, Heather will describe the reproductive life cycle of many different types of native plants and explain how we can change our landscape practices to help support wild plant reproduction and survival. Then she will describe simple outdoor seed sowing methods that anyone can use to grow their own seedlings. Be part of a grassroots movement to sow native seeds and increase the amount of native plants in the landscape with an abundance of genetically diverse seedlings. \nHeather McCargo is the founder and executive director of Wild Seed Project\, a Maine based 501(c)3 nonprofit that works to increase the use of seed grown native plants in all landscape settings. Wild Seed Project publishes an annual magazine Wild Seed\, sells seeds of locally grown wild type native plants\, and educates the public so that a wide range of people can participate in increasing native plant populations. \nClick here to watch the recorded webinar
URL:https://nofa.organiclandcare.net/event/grassroots-seed-propagation-recorded-webinar/
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SUMMARY:NOFA Accreditation Course in Organic Land Care
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nThis new format will take place on Zoom over the course of four weeks\, twice per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) on During the month of February (full schedule coming soon) \nTimes\nAll sessions will take place between 4 pm and 7:30 pm (each session varies).  \nSee below for the course curriculum. Each section is either linked to an introduction video or learning objectives of that topic. \nRegistration\n\nRegistration for this course is $400 per person and comes with the NOFA Accreditation for 2021* \n*pending successful completion of the accreditation exam. \nFor questions about attending the course\, contact the CT NOFA office: 203-408-6819 or email Jeremy Pelletier at jeremy@ctnofa.org \n\n \n\n\n\nCOURSE CURRICULUM:\nSite Analysis\, Design\, and Maintenance (Mike Nadeau) \nSoils (Paul Wagner) \nCompost & Compost Tea (Monique Bosch) \nInvasive Plant Control (Mike Nadeau) \nMulches (Mike Nadeau) \nLawn Alternatives (Mike Nadeau) \nPest Management (Dan Dalton) \nTree Care (Dan Dalton) \nStormwater Management (Trevor Smith) \nOrganic Lawn Care (Tom Barry) \nBusiness and Marketing Organic Services (Frank Crandall) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE COURSE:\n“The Organic Land Care Accreditation Course applies principles of organic agriculture to the landscapes where most of us live our daily lives. The knowledge and perspective gained from this accreditation course allow us to contribute more to the natural world we love\, to enhance the beauty and the resilience of these landscapes.”\n-Dina Brewster \n\nThe NOFA Accreditation Course in Organic Land Care is going ‘virtual’ this year\, offering a full 30 hours of professional instruction\, including one-on-one ‘office hours’ with instructors\, and an online exam\, qualifying you as a NOFA Accredited Organic Land Care Professional (AOLCP). This accreditation is considered the gold standard of organic landscaping credentials by organically–inclined customers and is the only organic landscaping/land care credential based on IFOAM-recognized standards.\n\n\nThe well-rounded curriculum will cover organic land care principles\, practices\, design\, and maintenance. Topics include site analysis\, soil health\, organic amendments\, planting and plant care\, management of turf pests\, stormwater\, the business of organic land care\, and much more.\n\n\nThis is an ideal course for landscapers\, lawn care professionals\, garden caretakers\, park and land trust managers\, landscape architects\, educators\, gardeners\, and anyone interested in learning how to care for properties without synthetic materials.\n\nOnce you have completed this course you will be able to implement organic practices in your work and will open up your business to a fast-growing market of customers and consumers who understand the benefits of an organically managed property.\n\n\nJoin us and earn the trusted credential\, NOFA Accredited Organic Land Care Professional (AOLCP).
URL:https://nofa.organiclandcare.net/event/nofa-accreditation-course-in-organic-land-care/
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SUMMARY:Designing an Abundant Garden
DESCRIPTION:Everyone can garden; if you have a window sill you can start tomorrow. \nNOFA MASS is hosting several excellent gardeners for a panel discussion and conversation about designing gardens and where to start. Allison Houghton is a NOFA/Mass Soil Technical Advisor and will speak about selecting a garden site. Christie Higginbottom has taught many gardening workshops and will help us understand which crops fit best together. Ruth Green of Greens Arts Gardens in the Berkshires will introduce us to the world of beneficial insects. \nYou’ll learn more about: \n\nGarden possibilities big and small\nChoosing crops that will give the best return for your space and your time\nEncouraging beneficial insects with specific plants and practices\n\nAbout the Instructors\nChristie Higginbottom coordinated the historic program at Old Sturbridge Village for over thirty years: researching\, planning and planting kitchen gardens\, flower gardens and the museum’s herb garden collection.  Now retired from full-time work at OSV\, she presents programs on historic gardens and heirloom plants\, and she teaches home gardening classes. \nRuth Green owns Green Arts Gardens in Monterey Massachusetts. She has specialized in design\, installation and ongoing care of residential and historically appropriate native\, vegetable\, and ornamental gardens in South Berkshire County since 2001.  Ruth is a NOFA-Accredited Organic Land Care Professional and holds degrees in art\, history\, and landscape architecture. Her main concerns include soil restoration and stewardship\, pollinator protection and native plantings\, and heirloom vegetable varieties. \nAllison Houghton is a statewide educator and author on organic gardening topics. Her past work includes serving as the NOFA/Mass Education Director\, Assistant Grower and High Tunnel Supervisor for The Food Project in Lincoln\, MA\, and as the Director of Horticulture at Green City Growers. She is also the author of the free NOFA/Mass publication The Carbon Sequestering Garden and The Urban Bounty: How to Grow Fresh Food Anywhere. She currently runs a micro nursery for edible and native plants at her home in Cambridge\, Massachusetts.
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