Monthly Archives: March 2010

Being a Knower Versus a Learner

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Michael O'Connell

Here is Charlie Thompson’s president’s message from this month’s journal.  I was discussing this message recently with a colleague who is a very experienced and knowledgeable contractor. We both agreed that it was a very though provoking idea to challenge … Continue reading →

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Bay Friendly Landscaping Resource List

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Michael O'Connell

The Bay Friendly Landscape Program in Marin is sponsored by MMWD, Marin County Stormwater Pollution Prevention (MCSTOPP), and StopWaste.org. Those who have been through the program already know about the great diversity of both speakers and resources that are presented … Continue reading →

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2010 Awards Application

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Michael O'Connell

The 2010 Achievement Awards application is here! This year’s theme is I Will Survive. Awards applications have been mailed out, or you can Download it here.

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Ewing Irrigation: Fix a Leak Week

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Michael O'Connell

Ewing is promoting irrigation awareness, highlighting the EPA WaterSense Fix a Leak Week. See excerpt below or click here for an online version of their email announcement. Fix a Leak Week is March 15 – 21, 2010 Did you know … Continue reading →

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Sustainable IPM & Gardening with Nature Class

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Michael O'Connell

The Bay-Friendly Coalition, StopWaste.org, and Cagwin and Dorward are sponsoring a sustainable IPM class. When: April 1, 2010, 8:00am – 12:00pm Where: 1537 Webster Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Who: Learn from notable speakers such as, Ron Whitehurst, Dr. Carol Rollins, … Continue reading →

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City of Santa Rosa Water Harvesting for the Landscape Workshop

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Deb Lane

The City of Santa Rosa is hosting a workshop on April 6th titled: “Water Harvesting for the Landscape, Supply, Reuse and Conservation”. The target audience includes all landscape industry professionals, designers, architects, property managers and business owners. The event will … Continue reading →

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Toyota’s New Lawn Mower

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Charlie Thompson

Toyota’s new attempt to challenge Honda with a new hybrid lawn mower:

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River Friendly Landscaping Program

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Michael O'Connell

The River Friendly Landscape Program is modeled on the Bay Friendly Landscape Program, but is targeted for the Sacramento River Watershed. For those interested in the upcoming or future training, download the River Friendly Landscape Brochure and Registration. The Regional … Continue reading →

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