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SUMMARY:Business of Buffers
DESCRIPTION:This online course\, led by Justin Ulanoski\, of Native Creations Landscaping\, will cover the practical aspects of running a successful riparian buffer contracting operation. Topics will include best practices for managing field work\, crew training\, tools & equipment\, estimating & budgets\, and working with nonprofit partners. \nA panel of guests will contribute to the conversation. Join us and add your business to the growing network of contractors planting and managing buffers to improve water quality across the Bay region. \n2.5 CBLP CEUs will be available. \nPanelists Information: \nJustin Ulanoski: \n \nJustin Ulanoski is a graduate of King’s College with a bachelor’s in Environmental Studies. Throughout high school & college\, Justin developed a passion for landscape & environment while working with a local landscape company & being actively involved with Boy Scouts of America where he obtained the rank of Eagle Scout. After college\, he went on to work as an environmental scientist where he conducted wetland delineations & developed his interest in native plants & conservation. Justin joined a reforestation company\, where he continued to develop his passion for conservation & native plants. During his 8.5 years with the company\, Justin wrote & implemented hundreds of conservation & reforestation plans for forested riparian buffers\, wetland restoration/mitigation\, land & mine reclamation\, & wildlife habitat projects for over 30\,000 acres throughout Pennsylvania\, Maryland\, Ohio\, New York\, Kentucky\, West Virginia\, Virginia\, & North Carolina. After holding the position of regional manager\, Justin decided to follow his goals of forming a conservation landscape company & founded Native Creations in 2013 with a focus of bringing his knowledge of native plants into residential & commercial landscapes\, as well as continuing to install forested riparian buffers for conservation benefits. \nSince the formation of Native Creations \, they have been planting riparian buffers with numerous conservancies and conservation partners throughout Northeast and Central Pennsylvania and have written numerous conservation plans\, implementing hundreds of acres of riparian buffers\, pollinator meadows & wildlife habitat plantings. They have also written & implemented numerous residential & commercial landscape plans with native plant species. \nAs of 2018\, Justin obtained Level 1 Certification for conservation landscape installation & verification under the Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) in order to further his understanding and commitment of designing and implementing sustainable landscapes as well as implementation\, inspection\, and design of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs). Currently\, Justin has also become a trainer for the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council. \n  \nAmber Ellis: \n \nAmber Ellis is the Restoration Director with the James River Association. Building diverse partnerships to restore streamside forests is at the heart of her work across the James River watershed. Since 2019\, Amber has served as the convener for the Upper and Middle James Riparian Consortium and manages the James River Buffer Program. She earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Virginia Tech\, where she learned how to create landscapes that enrich both our human and natural communities. She is a Professional Landscape Architect in Virginia\, a Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional\, and has a certificate in Ecotherapy through the EarthBody Institute. \n  \nJay Ashby: \n \nUniversity of Delaware\, Bachelor of Science in Agriculture ‘92 \nISA Certified Arborist and Municipal Specialist PD 2050 AM \nMD LTE # 2204 \nNJ LTE # 641 \nDelaware Certified Nursery Professional. \nDelaware Dept of Agriculture\, Urban and Community Forestry Council Member and Current Chair \nHave Been involved in Delaware Green Industry for the last 35 years. (Install\, Design\, Maintenance\, Sales\, ETC.) \nCurrently Director of Operations at Cypress Tree Care\, LLC. \n  \nCara Mattlin \n \nCara Mattlin is the Nursery Manager at Ecotone\, LLC\, an ecological restoration company based in Forest Hill\, MD. She has worked in the industry for over six years\, mostly as a horticulturalist\, but also as a field technician performing tree\, wildlife\, and invasive surveys as well as wetland delineations and landscape designs. She also manages the forestry team which performs planting\, maintenance\, invasive management\, monitoring\, etc. As Ecotone’s native nursery expands\, Cara is heavily focused on sourcing local\, genetically diverse plants. She fosters relationships with organizations such as non-profits and other nurseries to promote expertise and skills to meet goals of environmental restoration projects. Industry growth demands skilled maintenance technicians\, and Ecotone has acknowledged this by assembling a team dedicated to properly managing our valuable land. \n  \nNick Myers \n \nNick is the Maintenance Supervisor for LandStudies\, Inc. in Lancaster County\, PA\, and oversees all of their natural area maintenance\, which is primarily invasive species management. He has been with LSI for 11 years after returning from graduate school at Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He’s been involved in ecological restoration since 2001 and has worked for private restoration companies\, local parks\, and non-profits for much of that time. His “offices” have been in wetlands\, prairies\, and forested sites across 7 different states. He’s really good at getting equipment stuck in the mud and has a large quarter jar for talking about plants un-asked. \n  \nHarrison Woytko \n \nHarrison Woytko is the President of Boulder Landscape\, LLC\, a landscape & hardscape design/build company located in Berwick\, PA. \nPrior to working at Boulder Landscape\, he has served a variety of engineering roles in heavy metal manufacturing and oil & gas field sectors. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Delaware. \nHarrison resides in Berwick\, PA and spends his free time with family\, friends\, and his golden retriever Frankie. He enjoys traveling as much as possible along with frequenting the Adirondack Mountains in upstate NY. \n  \nJennifer Dombroskie \n \nJennifer currently manages the riparian program at ClearWater Conservancy\, a non-profit organization in Centre County.  ClearWater’s mission is to conserve and restore our natiral resources through land conservation\, water resources stewardship\, and environmental outreach across central Pennsylvania.  The riparian program focuses on restoring and stewarding streamside forests. \n  \nLowrie Tucker (Lowrie) \n \nI started in this industry as a forestry technician for the USDA Forest Service. I then worked for Virginia’s Conservation Districts and County Governments\, specifically in Erosion and Sediment Control. In September 2010\, I joined the Conservation Services team. I spend most of my day consulting with customers\, discussing and fulfilling their needs. I graduated from Emory and Henry with a B.S. in Environmental Studies and received a M.S. in Organizational Leadership from Shenandoah University. I live in Crozet with my wife Jillian\, my son Walter and my daughter Claire. When I am not at work\, I spend time with my family\, visiting friends and traveling to other parts of the country on trips that generally include a visit to the national parks. \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Tiny Forests\, Big Results? Testing the Miyawaki Tiny Forest Concept in Urban Landscapes (online)
DESCRIPTION:CHAMBERS will discuss early results observed in native plant composition and wildlife use of tiny forests over time. PUTNAM will describe the process of planting and maintaining a tiny forest. For more information on tiny forests\, see New York Times article https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/24/climate/tiny-forests-climate-miyawaki.html \n2 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/tiny-forests-big-results-testing-the-miyawaki-tiny-forest-concept-in-urban-landscapes-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T080000
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SUMMARY:The Virginia Society of Landscape Designers (VSLD) 64th Annual Winter Forum
DESCRIPTION:Hazel Hall at Laurel Ridge Community College\,\n6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA 20187 \nGuest Speakers: \nDoug Tallamy\, PhD\, Professor of Entomology\, University of Delaware\nKelsey Johnson\, PhD\, Professor of Astronomy\, University of Virginia \nSchedule of Events\n8:00 AM Site opens for set up. The lobby is open to attendees.\n9:15 – 10:00 AM Annual Meeting of the VSLD General Membership in the conference hall.\nBusiness meeting is open to members only.\n10:15AM Conference Hall opens to all attendees.\n10:30-11:30 AM First Presentation\, Saving the Darkness\, followed by audience questions as\ntime permits.\n12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM Lunch Break. A buffet luncheon will be set up in the lobby\, attendees\nmay bring their meals back into the hall to dine in comfort.\n1:30-2:30 PM Second Presentation\, Nature’s Best Hope\, followed by audience questions as\ntime permits.\n3:00-4:00 PM break down meeting hall and lobby. The conference center must be vacated by\n4:00 PM. \nReservations \nMembers $75.00 – covers attendance of business meeting\, event presentations\, lunch.\nNon-members $85.00 – covers attendance of event presentations\, lunch.\nLunch and attendance of the event is covered in sponsorship donation.\nSponsorship opportunities are available. \nDeadline for reservations is January 30\, 2024. Payments will not be accepted at the door.\nPlease include names and email addresses of all attendees in your reservation.\nIf you prefer to pay for your reservation by check\, please make your check payable to VSLD and send to Susan Hayes\, P.O. Box 249\, Catlett\, VA 20119.\nIf you prefer to pay for your reservation by credit card\, please email your registration information (not your credit card) to susanhayesgardendesign@gmail.com. We will email you an\ninvoice via QuickBooks and may use your credit card there.\nPlease direct questions to: Susan Hayes\, susanhayesgardendesign@gmail.com\, text 540-878-\n1420. Mailing address: SHGD\, P.O. Box 249\, Catlett\, VA 20119. \nInformation on our Guest Speakers and their scheduled presentations \nOur guest speakers have graciously agreed to autograph their books and chat with members. If you have any of their books at home\, you are welcome to bring them to the event to be autographed.\nThere will be books available to purchase at the event\, either directly from the authors or from some of our sponsors. We will not be able to accept credit cards at the site\, so please bring cash or checks if you are planning to make purchases. \nDoug Tallamy is the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware\, where he has authored 112 research publications and has taught insect-related courses for 42 years. Chief among his research goals is to better understand the many\nways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities. His books include Bringing Nature Home\, The Living Landscape\, co-authored with Rick Darke\, Nature’s Best Hope\, a New York Times Best Seller\, The Nature of Oaks\, winner of the American\nHorticultural Society’s 2022 book award. In 2021 he cofounded Homegrown National Park with Michelle Alfandari (HomegrownNationalPark.org). His awards include recognition from The Garden Writer’s Association\, Audubon\, The National Wildlife Federation\, Allegheny College\, Ecoforesters\, The\nGarden Club of America and The American Horticultural Association.\nNature’s Best Hope Recent headlines about global insect declines and three billion fewer birds in North America are a bleak reality check about how ineffective our current landscape designs have been at sustaining the plants and animals that sustain us. To create landscapes that enhance local ecosystems rather than degrade them\, we must 1) remove the invasives on our property and 2) add the native plant communities that sustain\nfood webs\, sequester carbon\, maintain diverse native bee communities\, and manage our watersheds. If we do this in half of the area now in lawn\, we can create Homegrown National Park\, a network of viable habitats throughout the U.S. that will provide vital corridors connecting the few natural areas that\nremain. This approach to conservation empowers everyone to play a significant role in the future of the natural world. It is also enormously restorative for those who take action. \nKelsey Johnson Ph. D. University of Virginia astronomer\, president of the American Astronomical Society\, and creator of the “Dark Skies\, Bright Kids” program\, has devoted her career to understanding the stars and preserving their beauty for future generations. As part of her advocacy for dark skies\, her\nNew York Times article and TED talk on light pollution are both available on-line.\nSaving the Darkness: How to Put a Dimmer Switch on Light Pollution and Bring Back the Night Sky\nHow many stars can you see from your home? For many Americans\, the answer is only a handful. Our ancestors once saw many thousands. The growing flood of artificial light pollution\, and the disappearance of\nour night skies\, are taking a toll on flora and fauna\, as well as affecting human health. The good news is there are ways to combat it. This talk will provide an overview of the impact of light pollution as well as solutions we can work to implement. \nGeneral Information \nThe site is easily accessed from Route 29 in Fauquier County east of Warrenton.\nPlease check in at the registration desk in the lobby of the conference center.\nSponsor information tables will be set up in the lobby of the conference center. Tables and chairs are provided by the site. Tables may be staffed by representatives of the sponsor.\nVSLD members receive 10 CEU’s for attending the entire event.\nHot coffee and tea will be available in the lobby.\nA buffet lunch will be provided in the lobby during the lunch break. Please feel welcome to return to the Hall to eat your lunch in comfort.\nRestrooms are available in the lobby of the conference center.\nPlease direct further questions to: Susan Hayes\, susanhayesgardendesign@gmail.com\, text 540-\n878-1420. Mailing address: SHGD\, P.O. Box 249\, Catlett\, VA 20119. \n 
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/the-virginia-society-of-landscape-designers-vsld-64th-annual-winter-forum/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 LCA Sustainability Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2024 LCA Sustainability Symposium! This dynamic event features a comprehensive agenda focused on sustainable landscaping practices\, including a Battery-Operated Classroom Component\, by Dan Mabe of the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA)\, and a keynote address by Doug Tallamy\, renowned author. Learn about converting gasoline-powered equipment to battery-powered equipment and the significance of oaks in our landscapes. \nRegistration Fees: \nMember (Early Bird) – $199* \nNonmember (Early Bird) – $249* \nMember (Regular) – $229 \nNonmember (Regular) – $279 \n* Register by February 1\, 2024 to receive the discounted fee \nRegister Now \nClick here for program and speaker information. \n 
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/2024-lca-sustainability-symposium/
LOCATION:Silver Spring Civic Center\, 1 Veteran's Place\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T090000
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SUMMARY:2024 GreenScapes Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Innovative Designs From The Field.\nThis symposium will offer new and innovative sustainable design and maintenance strategies to take your home garden or professional work to the next level. Join industry experts as they share practical and scalable lessons from the field representing a diverse range of natural landscapes and human environments. \nWe’ll explore the latest research from the University of Delaware\, including case studies from award-winning public gardens and museums. Designers will share the challenges faced and solutions discovered working on projects with leaders like Roy Diblik\, Piet Oudolf\, and Cassian Schmidt.  Learn how to create masterpieces by leveraging block and matrix plantings that maximize the characteristics of native species. Lectures will reimagine traditional landscapes with native plants and offer the latest in ecologically focused management strategies. \n*This will be offered as a series of live online lectures using Zoom with audience Q&A incorporated into the program. Each session will be recorded and a link to watch the symposium will be emailed to all participants. Registration includes access to watch recordings of each session after the event. Professional development credit hours will be available for each session. \nAbout GreenScapes\nThe GreenScapes Symposium is an annual program sponsored by Brookside Gardens since 2004.  The symposium explores the latest topics related to landscape sustainability and the environment. This event appeals to a broad audience ranging from landscape architects and designers to master gardeners\, horticulturalists\, and urban planners. Environmental stewardship is a core value of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC)\, Brookside Gardens’ parent organization. As such\, we strive to provide timely information and viable solutions to environmental challenges that help create a healthy planet for all people\, plants and living things. \nRegistration Information \nIf you create a new Active Montgomery account\, please check your Inbox for an email with a link to authenticate your account. This must be done prior to adding the GreenScapes event to your cart and checking out. \n\n Register using ActiveMontgomery.org  (Activity # PBG0057) or call 301-962-1451\nEarly Bird Fee: $50 (ends Friday\, January 12\, 2024)\nStandard Fee: $60\n\nClick HERE for the schedule and more information. \nContinuing Education\nThe following CEUs will be offered for the 2024 GreenScapes Symposium. \n\nAmerican Society of Landscape Architects (LA CES 5.0)\nAssociation of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD 5.0)\nChesapeake Bay Landscape Professionals (CBLP 5.0)\nDC Master Gardener (5.0)\nDelaware Master Gardener (5.0)\nISA BCMA Science: 1\n\nPractice: 0\nManagement: 4\nClimber Specialist: 5\n\n\n\n\nISA Certified Arborist: 5\n\nUtility Specialist: 5\nMunicipal Specialist: 5\nAerial Lift Specialist: 5\n\n\nMaryland Master Gardener (5.0)\nNew Jersey Master Gardener (5.0)\nNew York Master Gardener (5.0 – contact your local extension agent)\nPenn State Extension Master Gardeners (5.0)\nVirginia Master Gardener (5.0 – contact your local extension agent)
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/2024-greenscapes-symposium/
LOCATION:Virtual/Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T080000
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Green 2024: Annual Horticulture Symposium
DESCRIPTION:A two-day event packed full of engaging and informative horticulture education. The event will also feature a vendor showcase\, recertification credits\, and silent auction to benefit horticulture scholarships. \nChessie Green\, as it is known within the industry\, is a\ntwo-day event packed full of engaging and informative\nhorticulture education. The symposium will be held on\nFebruary 15 and 16\, 2024 at the Maritime Institute. Come\nfor the great education and enjoy the networking\, vendor\nshowcase\, and silent auction (to benefit scholarship). \nSee our webpage\, mnlga.org – select the Chesapeake\nGreen 2024 tab – for more details. This webpage includes\nall conference materials\, including session descriptions\,\nspeaker biographies\, hotel information\, directions\,\nregistration materials\, sponsor listings\, sponsor web-links\,\nand more.\nHotel reservations may be made at the conference facility\,\nthe Maritime Institute and Conference Center. Call\n866-900-3517 or make reservations online at www.\nmccbwi.org. The single room rate is $149 per night\nplus taxes and includes a full dinner and breakfast. Use\nthe conference group name ‘MNLGA’ and mention the\nChesapeake Green conference. \nVisit our webpage\, www.mnlga.org\, and select the\nChessie Green tab for conference and registration\nmaterials\, hotel information\, directions\, and more.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/chesapeake-green-2024-annual-horticulture-symposium/
LOCATION:Maritime Conference Center\, 692 Maritime Boulevard\, Linthicum Heights\, MD\, 21090
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SUMMARY:2024 Winter Symposium & CVNLA Short Course
DESCRIPTION:Gardening for the Future \nSolving the complex challenges of designing a future that supports the health of our ecosystems and the thriving of all living things on Earth will require collaboration and thoughtful solutions from all corners of the green industry (and beyond!). This year we explore some of these innovative approaches that are being researched and implemented across the green industry with the goal of moving together toward a resilient future.  \nJoin us on Wednesday\, February 14 and Thursday\, February 15 to hear a variety of exciting speakers including Chris Ludwig (Flora of Virginia co-author)\, Ekene Tharpe (Babylon Micro-Farms)\, Andrew Freiden (NBC12)\, Jazmin Albarran (Seed Your Future)\, Josh Cerra (Cornell University)\, Richard Olsen (U.S. National Arboretum) and many more.   \nIn-Person Tickets: \n$100/day or $180 for a 2-day ticket (includes light breakfast\, lunch\, afternoon snack and all-day hot beverage service) \nVirtual Tickets: \n$55/day or $100 for a 2-day ticket (includes access to recorded presentations for a limited time) \nEvent Details\nThe 2024 Winter Symposium & CVNLA Short Course is a three-day event presented by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden\, Central Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association and Virginia Cooperative Extension. Tickets can be purchased for one\, two or all three days; attendees will receive a discount for attending both Days 1 and 2. Tickets for Day 3: Pesticide Recertification must be purchased separately. \nThis will be a hybrid event with an opportunity to attend in-person at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or virtually. Come in person to meet the speakers\, greet old friends and make new ones—or join virtually from the comfort of your home or office. Friday’s Pesticide Recertification Day requires in-person attendance.   \nNet proceeds from Thursday and Friday help build CVNLA’s scholarship fund for students pursuing horticultural careers. \n2024 WINTER SYMPOSIUM IN-PERSON SCHEDULE\nDAY 1: WEDNESDAY\, FEBRUARY 14\, 2024\n\n8:30 am: Registration opens for in-person attendees \n9:00 am: Welcome Address \n9:10 am: Recreating and Reconnecting Habitat with Native Plants\, Matt Bright \n10:20 am: Seeding the Future of the Horticulture Industry\, Jazmin Albarran \n11:20 am: Lunch and networking \n12:20 pm: Inspiring Community Resilience with the Climate-adaptive Design Studio\, Josh Cerra \n1:30 pm: Biophilic Design Solutions\, Chris Raimondi \n2:30 pm: Break with snack \n2:45: Cultivating a Sustainable Future through Indoor Agriculture\, Ekene Tharpe \n3:45 pm: Adjourn \n\nView the full Day 1 Program with Speaker Bios \nDAY 2: THURSDAY\, FEBRUARY 15\, 2024\n\n8:30 am: Registration opens for in-person attendees\n9:00 am: Welcome Address\n9:10 am: Keys for Success in Tree Preservation\, Cene Ketcham\n10:20 am: The Extraordinary Osage Orange\, Nancy Hugo\n11:20 am: Lunch and networking\n12:20 pm: Native Plant Gardening—Which Plant Works Where?\, Chris Ludwig\n1:30 pm: Where the Wild Things Are: The Role of Cultivation in Plant Conservation\, Richard Olsen\n2:30 pm: Break with snack\n2:45: Presentation by Andrew Freiden\n3:45 pm: Adjourn\n\nView the full Day 2 Program with Speaker Bios  \n Schedule as of 12/22/2023. All programs subject to change.  \nCONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS \nContinuing education hours can be self-reported for Master Gardeners\, Master Naturalists\, Landscape Designers and VNLA Virginia Certified Horticulturists. Continuing Education hours are pending for: CVNLA\, Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional\, Landscape Architects and Certified Arborists.  \nCVNLA members may self-report contact hours on the appropriate form provided at the event. 
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/2024-winter-symposium-cvnla-short-course/
LOCATION:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden\, Richmond\, VA
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SUMMARY:2024 Eastern Shore Pest Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for expert insights and solutions to tackle pesky pests. \nThis conference is for Commercial Pesticide Applicators\, Landscape Contractors\, Arborists\, and Professional Fertilizer Applicators to get education credits for renewing their license. \n7:30- 8 am Check In and Registration  \n8:00-8:50 Aquatic Pest Control Kurt Vollmer\, UME  \n9:00-9:50 What’s going on with the leaves? Dave Clement\, UME  \n10:00-10:50 What’s been bugging your landscapes? Stanton Gill\, UME  \n11:00-11:50 Determining Amount Product Lawns (PFA) Tim Zang\, MDA  \n12:00-1:00 Lunch  \n1:00-1:50 Right of Way Weed Control Dwayne Joseph\, UME  \n2:00-2:50 From Start to Finish\, Managing the Turd Nutrient Needs(PFA) Chuck Schuster\, Emeritus  \n3:00-3:50 MDA Pesticide Update Sean Stacey\, MDA  \nBrief breaks will be taken between topics \nPlease make sure that you sign each attendance sheet for each state that you need\, the PFA\, MD ITE \, ISA. \nMDA-NM Certification: 2 CEU for Professional Fertilizer Applicator (PFA) 8 credits: 2\nMDA Pesticide Credits: (Forestry)\, 3A\, C\, (Ornamentals and Turf) 5 (Aquatic) 6 (Right of way)\, 10\n(Demonstration & Research).\nVirginia Pesticide Credits: 3A\, C\, (Ornamentals and Turf) 5 (Aquatic) 6 (Right of way)\, 10 (Demonstration &\nResearch)\, technician.\nDelaware Pesticide Credits: 3A\, C\, (Ornamentals and Turf) 5 (Aquatic) 6 (Right of way)\, 10 (Demonstration &\nResearch)\nISA: 3 CEUs\, Maryland Tree Expert: 4.0 CEUs\nChesapeake Bay Landscape Professional: 4 CEUs\nCPH: 1CEU (self-reporting on the MNLGA website) \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/2024-eastern-shore-pest-management-conference/
LOCATION:Wicomico Civic Center\, 500 Glen Avenue\, Salisbury\, MD\, 21804\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 Virginia Association of Forest Health Professionals Conference
DESCRIPTION:32nd Annual VAFHP Conference\n\n\n\n\nGlen Allen\, VA \nFeb 12-13\, 2024 \nRegistration is open for both in-person and virtual options.Reminder- no education or recertification credits will be offered to those who attend virtually. Register early! Registration prices increase on January 9th. \nFor more information and the agenda\, click here. \n  \nMonday\, February 12th\, 2024  \n8:00-9:00      Registration \n9:00-9:15      Welcome and Introductions – VAFHP Committee \n9:15-9:45      Spongy Moth Defoliation in Virginia– Lori Chamberlin\, Virginia Department of Forestry  \n9:45-10:15    The Evolution of Goodwin Islands – A story of climate change impacts on critical Chesapeake                                Bay habitats – William Reay\, Ph.D.\, VIMS/ William and Mary \n10:15-11:00   Aquatic Weed ID and Management Methods – Laurie Fox\, Ph.D.\, Virginia Tech Hampton Roads AREC                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       \n11:00-11:15    Break \n​ \n11:15-11:45    Forest Composition\, Regeneration\, and Tree Quality: Selective Cutting vs Shelterwood in the                                South– Suzanne Ryan\, Appalachian Forest Restoration\, LLC \n11:45-12:15    Emerging Invasive Plants in Virginia – Lindsay Caplan\, Virginia Department of Forestry \n12:15-12:45    Emergency Response & Spill Management – Laura Maxey-Nay\, Virginia Cooperative Extension  \n\n12:45-1:40      LUNCH provided by VAFHP \n​ \n1:40-1:45      Recertification Credit Form Process – Joan Allen\, Fairfax County Urban Forest Management \n1:45-2:15      Update on emerging and invasive pests attacking ornamentals  – Alejandro Del-Pozo\, Ph.D.\,                                    Virginia Tech Dept. of Entomology \n2:15-2:45      Trees and Turf – Mike Goatley\, Ph.D.\, Virginia Tech School of Plant and Environmental Sciences \n2:45-3:15      Utility-scale Solar in Virginia: Informational Resources for Supporting Land Owners with Decision                        Making – John Ignosh\, Virginia Cooperative Extension \n​ \n3:15-3:30       Break \n​ \n3:30- 4:00      Current Status of Beech Leaf Disease – Carrie Fearer\, Ph.D.\, Virginia Tech Department of Forest                                 Resources and Environmental Conservations  \n4:00- 4:30      Finding a management for Beech Leaf Disease: the progress we’ve made so far* –Brady Holko\,                              The Davey Institute and Diagnostic Lab  \n4:30 – 5:00    The Race to Save an Iconic Species the American chestnut (Castanea dentata) – Cassie Stark\,                                The American Chestnut Foundation \n5:00                Announcements and Adjourn \n\nTuesday\, February 13\, 2024 \n​ \n8:00-8:30       Registration \n8:30-9:00       Current Trends With Utility Vegetation Management – Charlie Smyth\, Alligare \n9:00-9:30       Vascular Steak Dieback (VSD) of Woody Ornamentals in Virginia – Devin Bily\, VDACS   \n9:30-10:15      2022-2023 Pesticide Regulatory Update – Christine Haslam\, VDACS \n​ \n10:15-10:30 Break \n​ \n10:30-11:00    Bat Regulations Update – Ally Robinson\, Wetland Studies and Solutions\, Inc \n11:00-11:30    Tree survival and media characteristics in urban bioretention media tree planters – Sara Klopf\,                                Virginia Tech \n11:30- 12:00    Invasive Worms in Virginia – Theresa Dellinger\, Insect ID Lab\, Virginia Tech  \n12:00 – 12:30  Spotted Lanternfly\, Experiences in and Around Winchester Virginia Since 2018 – Mark Sutphin\,                               VCE \n12:30-12:45     Wrap-up and adjourn / Lunch on your own
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/2024-virginia-association-of-forest-health-professionals-conference/
LOCATION:Virginia Crossings Hotel and Conference Center\, 1000 Virginia Center Pkwy\, Glenn Allen\, VA\, 23059\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T194603Z
CREATED:20240108T194521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T194603Z
UID:10000366-1707206400-1707411600@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Brownfields Advanced Landscape Restoration Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:CBLP Brownfields Advanced Landscape Restoration Design Workshop \nTuesday\, February 6\, 2024- online via Zoom \nThursday\, February 8\, 2024 – in person\, Norfolk\, VA \nThe objective of this workshop is to develop a landscape restoration plan for a Brownfields site in Chesapeake\, Virginia\, applying conservation landscaping and phytoremediation principles. Instructors from Stromberg\, Garrigan\, and Associates will direct a facilitated design charrette process to guide small group design teams through the development of a full design\, to include site synthesis/analysis\, planting plans\, and a project narrative with recommendations and implementation/ management considerations. \nThis workshop is funded in part by a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Implementation Grant to the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission for the project known as “Engaging Industrial Properties in Water Quality Improvement for the Elizabeth River (VA) . Wetlands Watch and the CBLP program is a subgrantee. \nDay 2 will be held at the Elizabeth River Project’s new Ryan Resilience Lab in Norfolk.  Lunch will be provided on Day 2. \nRegistration fee is $100/person\, and space is limited. \nCBLP CEUs are available
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/brownfields-advanced-landscape-restoration-design-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T180201Z
CREATED:20240108T194915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T180201Z
UID:10000367-1706270400-1706274000@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Today's Menu: Biochar in the Chesapeake Bay
DESCRIPTION:Have you been hearing the term “biochar” lately? Join Carol Wong and Dave Hirschman to learn the basics of biochar and potential applications in the Chesapeake Bay. \n\nPresenters: Carol Wong\, Center for Watershed Protection & Dave Hirschman\, Hirschman Water & Environment\n1 CBLP CEU is available
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/todays-menu-biochar-in-the-chesapeake-bay/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119
DTSTAMP:20231214T135606Z
CREATED:20231214T135606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T135606Z
UID:10000361-1705449600-1705622399@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:35th Annual Design Symposium: Landscape\, Ecology\, and Culture (CT location & Virtual Option)
DESCRIPTION:Two Days of Landscape Exploration \nFounded in 1990 by Larry Weaner\, this annual two-day symposium has a long tradition of celebrating native plants and innovative ecological practice. Presenters reflect the diverse factors that shape our landscapes including landscape architects\, landscape designers\, horticulturists\, ecologists\, historians\, anthropologists\, artists\, and others. The series offers in-depth explorations of forward-looking and overlooked topics\, always seeking to connect theory with practical application. Join us as we continue to connect the dots between ecological restoration\, cultural landscape practice\, and fine garden design. \nCEUs available • 12 CEU hours for most types\nRecording of full program (CT venue) will be available mid-January and viewable for 3 months to all attendees (PA & CT in-person and virtual attendees). \nJanuary 10 –11\, 2024 in Bryn Mawr College\, Bryn Mawr\, PA\nJanuary 17–18\, 2024 in Connecticut College\, New London\, CT\nJanuary 17–18\, 2024 via Livestream (Virtual Only)\nRegister →\nEarly Bird Pricing (until 12/12)\n$360 Regular  •  $200 Student Early Bird (with ID)\nRegular Pricing (after 12/12):\n$385 Regular •  $225 Student (with ID)\n  \nMore information here.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/35th-annual-design-symposium-landscape-ecology-and-culture-ct-location-virtual-option/
LOCATION:Connecticut College\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240112
DTSTAMP:20231214T134234Z
CREATED:20231214T134044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T134234Z
UID:10000360-1704844800-1705017599@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:35th Annual Design Symposium: Landscape\, Ecology\, and Culture (PA location)
DESCRIPTION:Two Days of Landscape Exploration \nFounded in 1990 by Larry Weaner\, this annual two-day symposium has a long tradition of celebrating native plants and innovative ecological practice. Presenters reflect the diverse factors that shape our landscapes including landscape architects\, landscape designers\, horticulturists\, ecologists\, historians\, anthropologists\, artists\, and others. The series offers in-depth explorations of forward-looking and overlooked topics\, always seeking to connect theory with practical application. Join us as we continue to connect the dots between ecological restoration\, cultural landscape practice\, and fine garden design. \nCEUs available • 12 CEU hours for most types\nRecording of full program (CT venue) will be available mid-January and viewable for 3 months to all attendees (PA & CT in-person and virtual attendees). \nJanuary 10 –11\, 2024 in Bryn Mawr College\, Bryn Mawr\, PA\nJanuary 17–18\, 2024 in Connecticut College\, New London\, CT\nJanuary 17–18\, 2024 via Livestream (Virtual Only)\nRegister →\nEarly Bird Pricing (until 12/12)\n$360 Regular  •  $200 Student Early Bird (with ID)\nRegular Pricing (after 12/12):\n$385 Regular •  $225 Student (with ID)\n  \nMore information here.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/35th-annual-design-symposium-landscape-ecology-and-culture-pa-location/
LOCATION:Bryn Mawr College\, Bryn Mawr\, PA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231208
DTSTAMP:20230919T192033Z
CREATED:20230110T182324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T192033Z
UID:10000341-1701907200-1701993599@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Turning a New Leaf Conference: Growing Resilient Landscapes & Communities
DESCRIPTION:Turning a New Leaf 2023 will be held in person on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay\, with featured speakers: Abra Lee\, who will discuss Black Horticulture History\, Heather Holm on Creating and Managing Landscaping for Native Bees and Wasps. Plus lots of other engaging speakers. \nWednesday\, December 6: \n\nSpecial session for certified CBLP professionals\, “Stormwater for Poets and Philosophers”\nCash bar happy hour\nWelcome dinner- speaker: Joel Dunn\, Chesapeake Conservancy; Marcy Damon Conservation Landscaping Award presentation\n\nThursday\, December 7 – Conference with continental breakfast and lunch included- 9 AM – 5 PM \nFriday\, December 8 – Two AM field trip options: 1) Living shorelines or 2) Eastern Shore sampler tour \nSponsorships opportunities are available and registration is open!  Save $20 if you register by October 22. \nCBLP – and many other CEUs available.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/turning-a-new-leaf-conference-growing-resilient-landscapes-communities/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Bay Beach Club\, Stevensville\, MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231112
DTSTAMP:20230919T193040Z
CREATED:20230508T201920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T193040Z
UID:10000350-1699488000-1699747199@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:CBLP Level 2 Intensive Seminar
DESCRIPTION:  \nLevel 2 registration is open! \nThis will be a 3-day\, in-person class at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden\, in Richmond\, VA. \n18 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/cblp-level-2-intensive-seminar-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T150000
DTSTAMP:20230919T192827Z
CREATED:20230919T192827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T192827Z
UID:10000359-1698325200-1698332400@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Fall/Winter Invasive Plan Workshop (Online)
DESCRIPTION:During our online workshop\, we will teach you how to best manage invasive plants during the autumn and winter seasons. This workshop will take place via Zoom and will include a Q&A period with PRISM experts. \nTopics covered in this session include: \n\nBest seasonal practices for specific invasive plants\nUsing manual & mechanical control methods\nMethods for controlling invasive plants with careful use of herbicides\nMethods for controlling invasive plants without herbicides\nPlanning a work schedule with best timings for multiple plants\n\nCost: $10 \nThis virtual session will be recorded. Those who register will receive access to the recording. \nCBLP CEUs available
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/fall-winter-invasive-plan-workshop-online/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTSTAMP:20230728T203840Z
CREATED:20230728T203840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T203840Z
UID:10000355-1698192000-1698278399@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Rappahannock River Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for this excellent opportunity for partners of the Rappahannock River Roundtable to collaborate and share research\, successes\, program highlights\, new projects\, management tools\, and more with others dedicated to clean water and environmentalism.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/rappahannock-river-symposium/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T170000
DTSTAMP:20230919T191211Z
CREATED:20230919T191211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T191211Z
UID:10000357-1697788800-1697821200@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Fall Invasive Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join PRISM for an in-person learning experience about invasive plant ID\, herbicide safety\, basic management strategies\, and a how-to for manual/chemical control techniques. \nCBLP CEUs are available.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/fall-invasive-plant-workshop/
LOCATION:McIntire Park\, Charlottesville\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T160000
DTSTAMP:20230919T190859Z
CREATED:20230919T190859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T190859Z
UID:10000356-1697623200-1697644800@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium- Buffer Summit and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Morning Presentations: \nBuffer Progress Update from DEQ\n• Kevin McLean with VA Department\nof Environmental Quality on progress toward\nreaching our state goals for riparian buffers.Growing Career Paths through the Consortium\n• Jordan Bennett\, intern alum\, on her\ncareer path and what she is doing now! \nConnecting and Protecting Riparian Corridors\n• Kim Biasiolli with the Piedmont\nEnvironmental Council on elements of a good\nriparian wildlife corridor and initiatives to connect\nand protect them. \nLunch 12:15 – 1:00 pm\nLet’s Talk Turkey — Management Practices to Benefit\nWildlife and Create Diversity\n• Hear from Cully McCurdy with the National\nWild Turkey Federation on turkeys and their\ndependence on our riparian forests. \nOutdoor Activities 1:30 – 4:00 pm\n• Riparian Tree ID Walk at Beaver Lake with\nJoey Thompson\, Virginia Department of Conservation\nResources\n• Riparian Understory ID Walk at Beaver Lake with\nAshley Moulton\, Capital Region Land Conservancy\nand Moulton Hot Natives\n• Stewardship activities at the park\n• Creek Crawl with Claire Sanderson\, Rivanna\nConservation Alliance\n• Self-led activities (hike or bike trails\, paddle Swift Creek\nLake\, network with others\, etc.) \nCBLP CEUs are available
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/upper-middle-james-riparian-consortium-buffer-summit-and-celebration/
LOCATION:Pocahontas State Park\, Chesterfield\, VA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T140000
DTSTAMP:20230919T192533Z
CREATED:20230919T192533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T192533Z
UID:10000358-1695808800-1695823200@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:CCLC Field Day at the Bower
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive tour with the founders of The Bower: Native Plant Landscape and Sculpture Park\, a hidden gem nestled on a 36-acre residential property in the northern Appalachian Mountains in Perry County\, Pennsylvania. Just a quick 30-minute drive from Harrisburg\, PA\, this remarkable property offers visitors a blend of art and nature that transforms with the seasons. \nFounded by visionary duo Bill and Jane Allis\, The Bower has been inviting visitors to explore a world of native plant gardens\, restored meadows\, and carefully constructed wetland pools since it’s opening in 2021. This abundant community of wild and introduced native plants create a subtle symphony with a thoughtfully curated collection of large-scale sculptures and land art. \nBill and Jane will share the story behind The Bower’s conception\, planning\, design\, installation\, and ongoing management\, providing insights into the processes\, challenges\, and collaborations with their invaluable consulting partners at Larry Weaner Landscape Associates. This is a great opportunity for the landscape professional to gain insight into the process and relationship between consultant and client on large scale multi-year projects with complex goals. \nLunch will be provided by People’s Provisions. https://www.peoplesprovisions.com/ \nThis event is rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. \nCBLP CEUs available.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/cclc-field-day-at-the-bower/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTSTAMP:20230508T205449Z
CREATED:20230508T204828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T205449Z
UID:10000352-1695686400-1698796799@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:CBLP-Buffers Training
DESCRIPTION:CBLP-Buffers is a three-part comprehensive course that covers planning\, implementation and management of riparian forest buffers.  Participants who attend all three days will receive the CBLP-Buffers certificate of completion. \n\nBuffer Basics* Webinar (online via Zoom) – September 26\, 9 AM – 12 PM\nSite Assessment Workshop (field + classroom) Sept/Oct dates in PA\, MD\, or VA\nMaintenance Workshop (field + classroom) Sept/Oct dates in PA\, MD\, or VA\n\n* Buffer Basics may also be taken as a standalone course \nRegistration opening in May.  Generous scholarships are available in all three states: PA\, MD\, VA.  Please email katie@cblpro to ask about scholarships before registering! \nUp to 12 CBLP CEUs are available.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/cblp-buffers-training/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T130000
DTSTAMP:20230524T184151Z
CREATED:20230524T184151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T184151Z
UID:10000353-1692273600-1692277200@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Brown Bag: A Deep Dive into Aquatic Invasive Species
DESCRIPTION:Blue Ridge PRISM will be joined by a panel of experts who will discuss aquatic invasive plants. Aquatic invasive plants are plants that have been introduced into the United States from other parts of the world and have adapted to growing in\, around\, or near water. They are a growing concern in Virginia and beyond\, on both private and public lands. Our guest panel will provide some background about aquatic invasives\, how they are a problem\, and methods for managing them. The panel will then take questions from the audience. If you are able\, please submit your questions beforehand during registration. We will also answer some questions live from the audience. \nThis is a free online webinar. Those who register will receive a copy of the recording. \n1 CBLP CEU
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/brown-bag-a-deep-dive-into-aquatic-invasive-species/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T130000
DTSTAMP:20230711T194723Z
CREATED:20230711T194723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T194723Z
UID:10000354-1690372800-1690376400@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Water Cooler Talk: Eliminating Barriers to Green Stormwater Infrastructure Implementation (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Municipal land development regulations can present barriers to the widespread use of green stormwater infrastructure (GSI)\, such as rain gardens\, bioswales\, naturalized stormwater basins\, and tree trenches. GSI practices can improve water quality by incorporating nature-based practices that slow and infiltrate stormwater where it falls. This Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) presentation will summarize an auditing tool used to evaluate local development regulations to identify and overcome barriers to implementing GSI. Working closely with municipal officials\, PEC conducted audits of land development ordinances in the southeast Pennsylvania area and identified barriers to using GSI in stormwater\, zoning\, subdivision\, and land development ordinances. Recommendations were provided to participating municipalities on updating ordinances to enable “by right” applications of GSI practices. PEC will summarize this GSI audit work\, including an approach under development to conduct streamlined audits that focus on the more commonly identified GSI barriers. \n1 CBLP CEU
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/water-cooler-talk-eliminating-barriers-to-green-stormwater-infrastructure-implementation-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T133000
DTSTAMP:20230712T143159Z
CREATED:20230508T193426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T143159Z
UID:10000349-1689940800-1689946200@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Today's Menu: Certified CBLPs Having An Impact (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:In this free webinar\, the CBLP team will share a summary and report on impacts from certified pro’s 2017-2022 “hands on” experience projects.  We will also have several certified pros presenting the projects they submitted for their hands on experience. \nJoin us to hear about the great work CBLP pros are doing! \nWe are also featuring “hands on” projects of three pros on our blog\, Gathering this spring. \nRegistration opens in June. \n1.5 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/todays-menu-certified-cblps-having-an-impact-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T130000
DTSTAMP:20230711T195157Z
CREATED:20230508T192640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T195157Z
UID:10000348-1689681600-1689685200@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Today's Menu: PA Lawn Conversion Update (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin our guests from Pennsylvania DCNR and the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay to learn about funding which is available to support landscaping projects that replace turfgrass with meadow or trees. \n1 CBLP CEU
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/todays-menu-pa-lawn-conversion-update-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230616
DTSTAMP:20230508T202609Z
CREATED:20230508T202609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T202609Z
UID:10000351-1686614400-1686873599@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:PA Watershed Forestry Summit
DESCRIPTION:PA DCNR and Western Pennsylvania Conservancy invite you to attend the 2023 Watershed Forestry Summit. All watershed forestry professionals\, decision makers\, and volunteers are encouraged to join! Attendees will enjoy sessions on the latest watershed forestry science\, outreach and implementation strategies\, funding options\, and more. This year we will also be offering an optional pre-summit field trip on June 13th\, at an additional fee\, to showcase some successful watershed forestry best management practices. \nCBLP CEUs available.
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/pa-watershed-forestry-summit/
LOCATION:Blair County Convention Center\, Altoona\, PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20230405T211736Z
CREATED:20230405T211711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T211736Z
UID:10000347-1681903800-1681909200@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:All About Callery Pear (online)
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue Ridge PRISM via Zoom for our Spring Meeting when we welcome David Coyle as our speaker. Callery pear is one of the most rapidly spreading invasive plants in the eastern United States and often stems from cultivars of ornamental pears (most commonly the Bradford pear). Doug Tallamy calls the Callery pear one of the worst threats to our forests. \nDr. Coyle will do a deep dive into this problematic species and will have a Q&A with the audience at the end of his presentation. \nA recognized expert on forest health and invasive species\, Dr. Coyle will take us through the history of Callery pear\, how and why it got to the United States\, and its current infestation status. He will talk about the applied research he’s done to demonstrate ecological impacts as well as discuss some management strategies that do (and do not) work to mitigate and manage its spread. \nWe are excited to offer this opportunity to spend some time with Dr. Coyle who has been instrumental in spearheading Bradford pear bounties in South Carolina. On October 1\, 2024\, South Carolina will become only the second state in the United States to ban the nursery sale of Bradford pear trees and any other pear trees grown on the commonly used Pyrus calleryana rootstock. \nYou can read more about Professor Coyle’s work in this New York Times article:\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/26/us/bradford-pear-tree-south-carolina.html \nThis is a free online event and includes a question & answer period with the audience. Those who register will receive access to the recording. \n1.5 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/all-about-callery-pear-online/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T150000
DTSTAMP:20230405T211350Z
CREATED:20230405T211350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T211350Z
UID:10000346-1681304400-1681311600@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Management and Control of Invasive Plants (online)
DESCRIPTION:During our April 12 online workshop\, we will teach you how to best manage invasive plants during the warmer seasons of spring and summer. Topics covered in this session include: \n\nBest practices to utilize in the spring and summer for specific invasive plants\nUsing manual & mechanical control methods\nMethods for controlling invasive plants with herbicides\nPlanning a work schedule with best timings for multiple plants\n\nCost: $10 \nWorkshop will take place via Zoom. \nThis virtual session will be recorded. Those who register will receive access to the recording. \n2 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/management-and-control-of-invasive-plants-online/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230410T150000
DTSTAMP:20230405T211042Z
CREATED:20230405T211042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T211042Z
UID:10000345-1681131600-1681138800@cblpro.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant ID (online)
DESCRIPTION:This online workshop will provide an introduction to invasive plants and will help you to identify different species for the spring and summer. This session will take place via Zoom and will include a Q&A period with PRISM experts. \nCost: $10 \nThis virtual session will be recorded. Those who register will receive access to the recording. \n2 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/invasive-plant-id-online/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230326
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SUMMARY:Anne Arundel WSA Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for this in-person conference (Annapolis\, MD).  Great speakers\, including several certified CBLP pros. \nAgenda\, speakers\, and more details on the conference website. \nUp to 4 CBLP CEUs
URL:https://cblpro.org/event/anne-arundel-wsa-conference/
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