Estimating in a down economy workshop with Jim Huston …hosted by the East Bay Chapter..
The North Coast Chapter Dinner Meeting is 2 weeks from today, see details below. Hope to see you all there!!! RSVP to this e-mail or by phone (707) 829-5487. Connie Red rose http://gfx2.hotmail.com/mail/w4/pr04/ltr/emo/ids_emoticon_rose.gif
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
San Rafael Joes
931 4th Street in San Rafael
6:00 PM – $35 with RSVP ($40 at door)
Bay Friendly
Landscaping & Gardening
Speaker: Anne Cook – Executive Director
Anne will be giving us an overview of the Bay Friendly system of programs that are geared for the Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance Professionals.
Menu Selections: Roast Sirloin of Beef, Chicken Piccata & Cannelloni ala Romana (vegetarian)
Juanita Salisbury is teaching at the Santa Rosa Junior College this Spring. Her class may be of interest to you.
The class is HORT 94, AutoCAD for Landscape Applications, part of the Landscape Design certificate they offer. The class starts January 20, every Friday from 12-5. The three sections include topics on drafting site plans, planting plans and irrigation plans.
If you have some background in AutoCAD and you want to brush up on your skills, this would be a great class for you.
There are still some seats left. Juanita Salisbury’s contact information is at the bottom of this note if you have any questions.
Juanita Salisbury, Ph.D. Juanita Salisbury Landscape Architecture www.jsalisburyla.com Rohnert Park, CA cell: 650-269-2051
Hi All – Registration for the upcoming Bay Friendly Landscape series in Marin is NOW OPEN! Open the attachment for more information. Cost for the 7 week series is $150.000 and includes a 2-year membership to the Bay Friendly Coalition. Please spread the word.
Celebrate another great year with the Chapter, with a traditional evening of dinner and dancing.
Details:
Doubletree Hotel, Rohnert Park
Saturday December 3, 2011 @ 6:30
$65 – includes a catered dinner from Johnny Garlics and beverages
RSVPs required
RSVP to Connie at heyconniesalinas@hotmail.com or by phone (707) 829-5487
RSVP to Connie at heyconniesalinas@hotmail.com or by phone (707) 829-5487
Thanks to those players who made it out to the Chapter Masters Tournament this Wednesday at Foxtail North in Rohnert Park. The green jacket was won by Adam Burgess of Burgess Lumber with a handicap adjusted score of 73. Special thanks to Chuck Ludlow from Toro, Ed Grossi of Sweet Lane Nursery, and Ewing Irrigation for donation of door prizes and closest to the pin prizes.
Hi All – The dates for the 2012 Bay-Friendly series have been set: every Wednesday from February 1st through March 14th . Please see attached 2-page brochure. As always, you will need to be present for ALL classes in order to receive a certificate. This is a requirement of the Bay Friendly Coalition.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Gina at the info below. Space is limited so reserve your spot today!
FOR THOSE OF YOU WANTING RE-QUALIFICATION ONLY:
Please note that the Bay-Friendly Landscaping & Gardening Coalition is in the process of making some minor adjustments to its requalification program in an effort to streamline the process and make it more user-friendly. The new guidelines will take effect by the end of the year, and notices will be sent early next year to everyone whose qualification has lapsed or is nearing termination.
If you have had a change of employment and/or email address since your initial qualification, please be sure to send your updated contact info to Deborah Sherman at deborah@bayfriendlycoalition.org.
Gina Purin
MCSTOPPP
P.O. Box 4186
San Rafael, CA 94913-4186
415-499-3202 (direct phone line)
415-499-6528 (general number)
415-499-7221 (fax)
The Sacramento Valley Landscape & Nursery Expo will present four separate seminar tracks on January 18, 2012 at the Sacramento Convention Center. You can register for one or a full day of seminars for $55.
Popular presenter Dave Patterson of Target Specialty Products will speak again at the 2012 Sacramento Valley Landscape & Nursery Expo. His topic will be “Safety in the Workplace – Handling Pesticides” and will touch on heat related work illness, safe handling of pesticides, the basics of chemical safety, storage, transportation and disposal, employee training, the evolution of our current laws and regulations plus many more important details concerning pesticide handling.
Dave is a sales representative for Target Specialty Products and a registered Pest Control Advisor. In addition to his work he is an ornamental horticulture professor at American River College. He is chairman of the 2012 Sacramento Valley Landscape & Nursery Expo and a member of the event’s planning committee. He is a member of CLCA, the Western Chapter of International Society of Arboriculture, Pest Control Operators of Sacramento and Sports Turf Manager’s Association.
“Protecting Wildlife from Pesticide Impacts: A Historical Perspective” will be presented by Dept. of Fish and Game staff scientist Joel Trumbo. Mr. Trumbo will share a brief overview of the DFG’s Pesticide Investigative Unit as well as present the many responsibilities of the unit including assessment of pesticide hazards for fish and wildlife, overseeing DFG pesticide usage, investigative techniques of fish and wildlife loss, incident response training and enforcement of the law.
Joel Trumbo is a Staff Environmental Scientist for the Lands Program of the CA Dept. of Fish and Game. He has been DFG’s Pesticide Use Coordinator since 1991. He oversees DFG herbicide uses projects statewide, including invasive weed control projects. Additionally, he is frequently involved in projects related to assessing pesticide hazards to wildlife species. Joel has been a member of the California Weed Science Society since 1991 and is also involved in the California Invasive Plant Council. Joel is a graduate of the University of California, Davis, with a degree in Plant Science. He is a Sacramento native and an avid backpacker.
Marianne Waindle of Mauget will speak on “Invasive Pests: A Threat to CA Urban Forests?.” Her talk will include an introduction on the history and movement of invasive pests in the U.S. and how they arrived here. Ms. Waindle will highlight the past and current species of invasive pests in California. The talk will consider whether it is better to manage by quarantine or eradication highlighting knowledge based education, cultural, chemical and biological options.
Marianne Waindle is an industry professional for 30 years with an extensive background in applied IPM and pesticide development. She currently directs the R&D program for Mauget and provides sales support for the western United States. She is also an ISA Certified Arborist and California Pest Control Advisor.
For more information visitwww.sacvalexpo.com or email margoc@frontiernet.net
Attached is information on an upcoming workshop directed at landscape professionals. Note that credit hours are available from DPR, ISA and the Bay Friendly Coalition. Hope you can make it!
Sacramento Valley Landscape & Nursery Expo October 25 eNews
Join us at the Sacramento Valley Landscape & Nursery Expo on January 18th from 8a.m. to 4p.m. in Halls D/E at the Sacramento Convention Center located at 13th and J Streets in Sacramento. Registration for the Expo is FREE and is open now.
The Expo offers seminars in pest management, tree care, irrigation/water and design. Register for seminars. You can take as many classes as you’d like for $55.
Use the Expo as an opportunity to expand your knowledge base, update your licenses and network with industry colleagues. You’ll find a wide array of products and services available on the show floor.
Save the Date! We’ll see you there on January 18, 2012.
Sacramento Valley Landscape and Nursery Expo P.O. Box 1263, Colusa, CA 95932
Don’t miss this month’s dinner meeting, featuring Jeff Calhoun of FX Luminere. Jeff will be setting up a live lighting demo at the John Deere offices in Petaluma.
Where: Redwood Business Park 1425 No McDowell Petaluma Ste# 125
When: Tuesday October 25th at 6:30 PM (across from Applebee’s)
Cost: $15 per person – includes a Johnny Garlic’s catered dinner
RSVP to Connie at 707-829-5487 or heyconniesalinas@hotmail.com
Don’t miss the Masters Golf Tournament, Wednesday November 9th at Foxtail Golf Course in Rohnert Park. Play against other chapter members to try to win the green jacket! For more details visit the golf page.
The next FREE training series for becoming a “Qualified Water-Efficient Landscaper” is being offered in Spanish (SQWEL) October 11th – 29th.
Our Spanish Qualified Water Efficient Landscape (SQWEL) program is scheduled to start classes in Marin in a few weeks. .
This is a great opportunity for our Spanish-speaking landscape friends and co-workers to understand the more efficient concepts of water conservation, irrigation techniques, latest technologies and water management that can save time, money and especially water.
The reviews from graduates have been over the top!
Please share this information with anyone that might benefit from the experience.
For more information please refer to the attached PDF flyer or call
877-689-7721
GREYWATER PART II, SINGLE FIXTURE SYSTEMS
WHAT: A Tour and Presentation at a private residence in Petaluma WHEN: Thursday, September 15 from 4-6 pm WHERE: Fair Avenue, off Skillman Road, Petaluma* Presented by Patrick Picard and Cynthia Sumner of Equinox Landscape RSVP: To cynthia@equinox-landscape.com to receive the tour address and directions
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Please join us for Casino Night
Saturday September 24th – 6:30 PM @ Jim Dibble’s Barn (425 Rainsville Rd in Petaluma)
You can’t afford not to come because… It is $35 per person and this includes Dinner plus 1 Free Drink AND $35 in Gambling Chips
Please RSVP your attendees to Connie at this e-mail address or to her cell phone (707) 217-2139 BY FRIDAY SEPT 16th
Great Raffle Prizes – Great Food – Great Fun!!!!!! Proceeds go to LEAF scholarship fund
California Landscape Contractors Association Sacramento Valley Chapter
Annual Golf Tournament
Teal Bend Golf Course September 16th
Where: Teal Bend Golf Course 7200 Garden Highway Sacramento, CA 95837
When: Friday September 16, 2011 Registration: 7:00 am Shotgun: 7:30 am
Download the Entry Form
We are still looking for hole sponsors. Raffle prizes and give aways always welcome.
Lunch only option will be available
You’re invited to play in our annual golf tournament.
The entry fee includes range balls, BBQ tri tip and chicken lunch and exciting raffle prizes.
You don’t have to be Arnold Palmer to play, this day is about having fun, meeting new people and seeing old friends.
Teal Bend Golf Course will be sponsoring a Hole In One contest and the winner will receive a golf vacation to Mexico!
We look forward to seeing you at the tournament.
Sincerely,
Rick Abalos rick@rivercitylandscaping.com 916-765-4281
Billy Montesclaros billy@parkavenueturf.com 707-479-4748
CLCA Sacramento Valley Chapter
California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) San Luis Obispo 10th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament
Join us for this year’s golf tournament at Hunter Ranch Golf Course in Paso Robles, Rated 4 1/2 Stars by Golf Digest. All friends, family, associates, students, and CLCA members are welcome to participate in this tenth annual event. If you choose not to golf or can not make it, please consider being a Corporate Sponsor.
Proceeds to benefit Cal Poly Landscape Industry and Turf Student Scholarships and the San Luis Obispo Chapter of CLCA.
Please Click Here To Register http://www.clcaslo.org/p_ip_golf_reg_info_p1.html
or
Please Print The Attached Registration Form and Mail It In.
Thank you!
CLCA NCC is being invited to participate in this event again this year..we need a champion if we are going to accept the invitation…any takers?
Hi Charlie:
The North Coast Builders Exchange would like to invite the California Landscape Contractors Association to join us in presenting our Careers in Construction Expo to be held on Thursday, October 6th, 2011. The main purpose of this event is to offer information about various construction careers and to promote the recruitment of young people into the industry.
At Expo 2010 we hosted over 1,300 high school and middle school students and we are looking forward to similar success this year. This year we are emphasizing green building practices and materials and are asking each participant to include information on the greening of their industry at their booth.
We hope that you will be able to participate in Expo 2011. Here are the details:
* The event will take place at Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building. * At least 1,000 students from Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino Counties are expected to attend. * Setup hours are on Wednesday, October 5th from 2:00 until 7:00 p.m., and on Thursday, October 6th from 8:00 until 8:30 a.m. when the event begins. * The event takes place from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on October 6th.
This year we are asking each booth participant to contribute a $100 participation fee for the event. There are also sponsorship opportunities available as described in the attached registration form. However, your participation matters the most so in light of the difficult economic state of our industry, if you would like to host a booth but cannot fund the donation fee a waiver will be granted.
I would appreciate it if you would confirm your participation in the Careers in Construction Expo 2011 by filling out the attached Participant Registration Form and returning it to me by Friday, August 19th. Please e-mail it or fax it to me at your earliest convenience and don’t hesitate to contact me in the meantime if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Robin Bartholow
Workforce Development Director
North Coast Builders Exchange
1030 Apollo Way Santa Rosa CA 95407
Phone 707-542-9502 Fax 707-542-2027
Join APLD for a free greywater event
Presented by Patrick Picard and Cynthia Sumner of Equinox Landscape: Join us for a tour and presentation at a private residence with a discussion of the proposed greywater system. We’ll also look at a number of permaculture features and rainwater harvesting methods such as contour infiltration swales, rain garden, an underground rainwater catchment system and future plans for a vernal pond. The garden, just finished in early spring, also supports a small orchard, edibles, chickens and provides habitat for birds, pollinators and other beneficial insects. APLD, CLCA members and other landscape professionals are invited to attend.
RSVP: To cynthia@equinox-landscape.com before Sept.10th,
to receive the tour address and directions.*
CLCA’s Landscape Industry Certified committee is putting on a Construction Math seminar at Buckeye Ranch/Bertotti Landscape on September 9 from 2-4:30pm in anticipation of the Fall test.
Please check out the details attached.
DOC010512-01052012123050.pdf
2012 Marin low rez.pdf
EXPO PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION FORM.doc
