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Tag: Organic Land Care

  • Wednesday, July 10, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Stormwater Solutions at Mt. Auburn Cemetery

    The Ecological Landscaping Association and NOFA Organic Land Care are sponsoring Stormwater Solutions at Mount Auburn Cemetery on Wednesday, July 10, from 10 – noon at 580 Mount Auburn Street in Cambridge. Uncontrolled storm water, drought, and fire are major issues we must address in the face of global climate change. Habitat is more at risk than ever. Environmental stresses lead to habitat degradation and water quality concerns, especially in species reproductive habitat. Efforts must be implemented to preserve and protect where ever we can. Effectively dealing with nonpoint source pollution associated with sediment-laden runoff is a key aspect to an effective stormwater management plan. In the past few years, Mount Auburn Cemetery has completed several projects to address habitat preservation and water quality in their water bodies. John Paul Kwiatkowski for a professionally guided tour of these stormwater solutions: erosion control on steep hillsides, pre-treatment solutions for runoff into ponds, and bio-filtration project to improve water quality. Paul will address site considerations, challenges faced and addressed during the projects, and maintenance issues related to the projects.

    Mount Auburn Cemetery is one of the most beautiful and historic landscapes in America and covers 175 acres just outside Boston. This historical landscape is on the leading edge of sustainable and environmentally sound land care practices, including leading edge stormwater management solutions. Registrations are limited. For more information call 617-436-5838, or link to https://www.eventville.com/catalog/eventregistration1.asp?eventid=1010462. $20 for sponsor members, $25 for nonmembers.

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  • Wednesday, January 12 – Friday, January 14, and Tuesday, January 18 – Wednesday, January 19 – NOFA 2011 Organic Land Care Course

    NOFA will sponsor a five day course January 12 – 14, continuing January 18 – 19, at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport, Massachusetts.  This course covers all aspects of organic landscaping from soil health and amendments to weeds, pest and invasives management.  There will be a Client Relations Panel with NOFA Accredited Professionals practicing in the field and a special “Running a Business” section.  Accreditation exam (optional) is available for all participants.  Registration is $550 (exam is an additional $150).  For more information, contact Kathy Litchfield, Organic Land Care Coordinator at 413-773-3830, or email her at kathy@nofamass.org.  This course is generously sponsored by Groundscapes Express, Inc.  You may register online at www.organiclandcare.net.

  • Saturday, January 23, 9 am – 12 noon – Pruning in Winter

    Join Jen Kettell, Horticultural Technologist at the Arnold Arboretum, on Saturday, January 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the Hunnewell Building at the Arboretum for this single session pruning workshop. With no leaves on the branches to obscure your view, this is the best time of year to study a tree’s structure and shape it for improved air circulation, silhouette, and strength. Jen Kettell, an International Society of Arboriculture-certified arborist and accredited Organic Land Care professional, will explain the reasons for pruning and what to consider when pruning dormant trees, shrubs, and vines. She will demonstrate techniques, give guidelines for determining which plants benefit from winter pruning, and explain how plants heal from pruning wounds, even when dormant. Bring your questions to this classroom discussion and demonstration. Fee $30 Arnold Arboretum member, $35 nonmember.  To register, or for more information, log on to www.arboretum.harvard.edu.

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  • Wednesday – Friday, January 13 – 15, and Monday – Tuesday, January 19-20 – NOFA Course in Organic Land Care

    The 9th annual NOFA Course in Organic Land Care will be held January 13, 14, 15, 19 and 20, 2010 at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Tpke., Newburyport, MA. (pictured below).  This 5-day intensive course trains and accredits professionals to practice organic land care (caring for land without the use of synthetic pesticides or soil amendments). It is recommended for landscapers, designers, municipal and parks employees, horticulturists, master gardeners and entrepreneurs.

    $550 Course Course fee includes a delicious, catered lunch daily

    • $150 Exam & Accreditation (optional)

    Exam & Accreditation may be paid during the course

    • NOFA Membership Discounts

    Visit www.organiclandcare.net for more information or call Kathy Litchfield at (413) 773-3830 or email: kathy@nofamass.org.

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