Best Management Practices for Landscapers and Homeowners

Join us to learn how YOU can be a better landscaping steward. Experienced landscapers, homeowners and beginners are all welcome!

About this event

COVID POLICY for in-person workshops: 

Attendees must provide proof that they are fully vaccinated with an FDA approved COVID-19 vaccine. Legitimate, legible, original vaccination cards and physical or electronic copies will be accepted.

OR

Provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test, which includes a negative PCR test or rapid antigen which must be administered within 72 hours of the start of the performance or event. The test results must clearly show the date and time of the test. This test may be performed by a medical professional or by using an over-the-counter testing kit. A time-stamped photo of an at-home test result is acceptable. 

Please send confirmation to egreene@une.edu - thank you!

WELCOME to our workshop!  Soil erosion is not just a concern on large construction sites but can also be an issue on established residential properties. Landscape professionals can not only help to control erosion and its impacts to natural resources but help landowners prevent future degradation to our lakes, ponds, streams, and wetlands with proper site design, plant selection, and other ecological considerations. In this class, participants will be exposed to important concepts for controlling erosion on residential sites, be exposed to regulations and permits required when disturbing soil near natural resources, discuss the importance of selecting and installing appropriate vegetation for the site, and explore other tools available for creating long term resilient residential landscapes.

This course is intended as continuing education for individuals currently Certified in Erosion Control Practices by the Department to meet re-certification requirements, however certification is not required to attend this class. These courses will be of interest to a variety of individuals and may be attended by anyone with interest in increasing their knowledge.

This class qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH afford Certified individuals one year of recertification or reinstatement credit.