Professional Landscapers
Drip, Drip, Drip… Irrigation Management Workshop
Florin Creek Recreation Center 7460 Persimmon Ave, SacramentoTopics: Understanding precipitation rates (PR) to to mitigate water and pesticide runoff Improving drip irrigation layout to reduce water use Improving scheduling strategies to achieve mandated water restrictions Programming irrigation controllers to reduce and manage water use Calculating application rates and PR for reducing runoff or deep percolation Understanding water meters to improve efficiency For... Read more »
Truth or Myth: Neonicotinoids and their Impact on Pollinators: What is the Science-Based Research?
UC Davis Conference Center DavisPlease join us for an upcoming conference that will be presented by the California Center for Urban Horticulture (CCUH), the UC Davis Department of Entomology & Nematology, and UC ANR. Lunch & Post-Conference Appetizer Social is included in registration. Topics: Overview of neonicotinoids and pollinators CA pesticide regulation of neonicotinoids Current and past neonicotinoids and pollinator research... Read more »
Friends of the UC Davis Arboretum Plant Sale
UC Davis Arboretum Teaching Nursery 920 Garrod Drive, DavisCELEBRATING 10 YEARS of UC Davis ARBORETUM ALL-STARS!: For 10 years UC Davis Arboretum All-Stars have provided California with a foundation for creating attractive, easy-care landscapes that save water. We’re celebrating this fall with a large selection of Arboretum All-Stars, California natives, and other regionally-appropriate plants sure to make your yard shine! What else you... Read more »
California’s New Front Yard: Creating a Low-Water Landscape
Coloma Community Center 4623 T Street, SacramentoThis workshop is suitable for homeowners and landscape professionals alike, so all are welcome. Coffee and Refreshments 8:00 to 8:30am, presentations begin at 8:30am. Transform your water-intensive lawn in-to a beautiful, drought tolerant landscape that features low-water trees, native grasses, perennials, and shrubs. This workshop presents step-by-step methods of turf removal, soil amendment, and irrigation... Read more »
Sacramento Controller & Valve Electrical Training Workshop
Normac Sacramento 3449 Longview Drive, SacramentoIn this workshop we will focus on troubleshooting irrigation controller & valve electrical problems. We will also cover 2-wire installations, sensors and understanding the newest water regulations. $20 class fee includes lunch. Pay in advance by check, credit card or your Normac account. The instructor will be Don Franklin, Hunter Industries. CEU qualified event. Class... Read more »
Pruning Clinic
Carmichael Public Library 5605 Marconi Ave, CarmichaelJoin the Sacramento Tree Foundation at the pruning clinic. Let the experts show you how to prune young shade trees for structure and form. Quick, simple steps you take now to help your young shade trees grow healthy, strong, and beautiful will save you time and money in the future. It includes a indoor classroom... Read more »
Landscape Irrigation Auditor Workshop
Sacramento Suburban Water District - Antelope Facility 7800 Antelope North Rd, AntelopeBlending classroom experience with a hands-on audit, the Landscape Irrigation Auditor Workshop teaches the fundamental water auditing techniques and water management skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. This course serves as a great jumpstart to help prepare you for the Irrigation Association's (IA) Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) exam. This course is... Read more »
California’s New Water Realities: Solving the Puzzle
Hilton Sacramento Arden West 2200 Harvard Street, SacramentoThe California Irrigation Institute Presents its 54th Annual Meeting The 2016 California Irrigation Institute Conference will be held January 25-26, 2016 at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento. Download the 2016 brochure here. Registration Information Register today and receive the special pre-registration discount! Learn more here. CII Announces 2016 Luncheon Speaker CII is... Read more »
Drought Proof your Business – Green Gardener Training for Professionals
Sacramento Tree Foundation 191 Lathrop Way, Suite D, SacramentoRiver-Friendly Landscaping is an approach to landscaping that works with nature to reduce waste, prevent pollution and support the integrity of the Sacramento River watershed. This program is designed for the Professional in the Landscape Industry and combines cutting-edge technology with ecologically sound landscaping principles and practices. The Green Gardener Training Program is a ten-week... Read more »
Electrical Troubleshooting & Valve Repair
Ewing - Roseville 500 BERRY ST. UNIT B , RosevilleSome of the most common and frustrating problems with irrigation systems occur in the valves and the electrical components. This four-hour technical workshop combines classroom instruction with a hands-on electrical troubleshooting component. Topics covered include valve location and repair, wire tracking, locating opens and shorts, and diagnosing electrical faults in conventional and two-wire systems. Offered... Read more »