Pennsylvania has a goal of planting 95,000 acres of riparian buffers statewide by 2025 to improve water quality. The objective of the Summit is to provide conservation professionals and other Riparian Forest Buffer practitioners, decision makers and others with the latest and greatest information on Forest Buffer science, implementation strategies, outreach, funding options, as well …

Chessie Green, as it is known within the industry, is a two-day event packed full of engaging and informative horticulture education.  The symposium will be held on February 20 and 21, 2019 again at the Maritime Institute. We are proud to be celebrating Chessie Green’s 16th year! Come for the great education and enjoy the networking, vendor showcase, and …

Garden by Design: Creative Approaches to Diverse Landscapes Join industry experts as they explore creative design solutions that address the challenges and opportunities associated with diverse landscapes. Whether you’re a home gardener interested in creating biodiverse habitats for your backyard or a landscape architect designing a public space for community gatherings, you’ll walk away with …

Get inspired, expand your network and spring into action! This annual conference is a dynamic gathering of Stewards, Consortium, restoration professionals, watershed organizations and more! Session 1 Track A: Dynamic Engagement- Creating Equity Across the Watershed Chante Coleman, Kacey Wetzel, Bre Anna Brooks and Mariah Davis Track B.1: WSA Pro- The Bare the Boggy and …

Workshop topics:  Stream ecology and the role of trees in healthy streams  Options and strategic priorities for stream restoration  Sediment transport and fate in streams  Stream morphology and large woody debris Register through the link below or by calling Adrienne Gemberling at 570-372-4762. RSVP deadline: Tuesday February 19th. CBLP CEUs will …

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense® program and the Alliance for Water Efficiency invite you to join a free webinar, Accelerating the Landscape Transformation. As indoor water use continues to drop, the conservation community must turn our full attention to the next untapped opportunity for water savings – outdoor water use efficiency programs. Mary Ann Dickinson, …

The Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP) is an urban cost-share program that provides financial/technical assistance to property owners installing eligible Best Management Practices (BMPs) in Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Learn about how to apply, lessons learned from previous applications, and new FY2019 updates from the state. This session pertains to applicants in Fairfax County, City …

More projects are being specified with environmentally friendly pavements.  This one-day classroom based course trains experienced contractors about the differences of installing PICP vs. regular interlocking concrete pavement systems.  The course is aimed at contractors who are presently doing residential and/or commercial concrete pavement installations and wish to move into the permeable pavement market. It …

Tree quality and proper planting are key elements influencing survival, establishment, long-term health, and maintenance needs.  However, many trees delivered to your planting site may be sub-standard or poor quality or they may be planted incorrectly. This presentation will define ‘quality’ as it relates to trees and will focus on the steps necessary to produce, …

Each year, this informative conference focuses on ways to create low-maintenance, economical and ecologically balanced landscapes using native plants and restoration techniques. Participants have opportunities to network and share their experiences with peers at this professional program. The symposium is geared toward professionals, including landscape architects, designers, contractors and the green industry, environmental consultants, land …