GSI Plant Maintenance
Oct
24

GSI Plant Maintenance

Training Date: October 24th  REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Training Tuition:

  • $285 - General Attendee

  • $295 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification without Renewal

  • $360 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal

  • $420 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal and Directory Listing

Join us for our ReScape interactive Certification workshop. GSI Plant Maintenance focuses on seasonal fall-winter plantings. This course is a 6-hour exploration of seasonal plant establishment and proper maintenance for Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI). ReScape’s 8 Principles for Regenerative Landscapes will reinforce a nature based, whole systems approach. 

In this workshop, we’ll discuss critical GSI topics such as soil health and irrigation and GSI plant maintenance as it relates to proper identification and care. We’ll examine images of plants during different times of the year to identify what they should and should not look like. In a deep dive into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as it relates to current regulation and policy, we’ll cover ways to deal with those pests and weeds often found in GSI landscapes. Prior to our closing Q&A, we’ll talk about how to manage litter, trash, and vandalism in these areas. 

This course perfectly complements our foundational Compost and Mulch Best Practices course on November 12, 2024.

As a reminder, if you signed up to receive a ReScape Certification for this Workshop, please note that you will take a Certification Exam following the conclusion. Please reserve an additional 15-30 minutes to complete the Exam. 

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MWELO for Landscape Architects and Designers (1 Day)
Oct
29

MWELO for Landscape Architects and Designers (1 Day)

Training Date: October 29th REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM Meeting 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Training Tuition:

  • $285 - General Attendee

  • $295 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification without Renewal

  • $360 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal

  • $420 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal and Directory Listing

Join us for an interactive workshop for anyone who needs to submit plans for landscape projects that must comply with Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO). 

This four-hour training covers MWELO basics for landscape architects and designers, the two compliance pathways, water budget calculations, optimal use of compost and mulch, plan submittal requirements, and ordinance clarifications followed by hands-on design exercises and answers to your MWELO questions.

As a reminder, if you signed up to receive a ReScape Certification for this Workshop, please note that you will take a Certification Exam following the conclusion. Please reserve an additional 15-30 minutes to complete the Exam. 

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ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 1
Oct
30

ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 1

Training Dates: October 30 & November 5, 6, 7, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM Meeting 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Training Tuition: 

  • $675 Early bird until 9/30

  • $725 Regular Price after 10/1 

  • $675 Group rate (contact info@rescapeca.org)

This course will be presented in a live ZOOM meeting format. 

Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape design professionals with practical tools for designing and constructing healthy landscapes that protect local watersheds, conserve resources and address our changing climate. Participants will learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, stormwater, plant selection, landscaping policy, integrated pest management, and more. The Design Qualification Training also provides in-depth information about our Rated Landscape Program and serves as a pre-requisite for becoming a ReScape Rater

BENEFITS OF DESIGN QUALIFICATION TRAINING 

The Design Qualification Training is offered as a 4-day course and provides design professionals with: 

  • Understanding of ReScape’s ecologically based, whole systems approach to the design and construction of public and private landscapes 

  • Technical information for meeting local and state landscape ordinances and policies 

  • Information about habitat restoration, local plant communities, and the benefits of biodiversity 

  • Interactive experiences with practical, effective techniques such as sheet mulching, building living soil, and irrigation installation 

  • Recognition of the connections between soil health, waste management, water conservation, air and water quality, greenhouse gas reduction, urban forestry, and carbon sequestration 

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions.  

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional in the landscape design marketplace 

  • Prerequisite to apply to be a ReScape Qualified Rater 

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval. 

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. View Design Training Overview.

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ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 2
Nov
5

ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 2

Training Dates: October 30 & November 5, 6, 7, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM Meeting 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Training Tuition: 

  • $675 Early bird until 9/30

  • $725 Regular Price after 10/1 

  • $675 Group rate (contact info@rescapeca.org)

This course will be presented in a live ZOOM meeting format. 

Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape design professionals with practical tools for designing and constructing healthy landscapes that protect local watersheds, conserve resources and address our changing climate. Participants will learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, stormwater, plant selection, landscaping policy, integrated pest management, and more. The Design Qualification Training also provides in-depth information about our Rated Landscape Program and serves as a pre-requisite for becoming a ReScape Rater

BENEFITS OF DESIGN QUALIFICATION TRAINING 

The Design Qualification Training is offered as a 4-day course and provides design professionals with: 

  • Understanding of ReScape’s ecologically based, whole systems approach to the design and construction of public and private landscapes 

  • Technical information for meeting local and state landscape ordinances and policies 

  • Information about habitat restoration, local plant communities, and the benefits of biodiversity 

  • Interactive experiences with practical, effective techniques such as sheet mulching, building living soil, and irrigation installation 

  • Recognition of the connections between soil health, waste management, water conservation, air and water quality, greenhouse gas reduction, urban forestry, and carbon sequestration 

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions.  

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional in the landscape design marketplace 

  • Prerequisite to apply to be a ReScape Qualified Rater 

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval. 

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. View Design Training Overview.

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ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 3
Nov
6

ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 3

Training Dates: October 30 & November 5, 6, 7, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM Meeting 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Training Tuition: 

  • $675 Early bird until 9/30

  • $725 Regular Price after 10/1 

  • $675 Group rate (contact info@rescapeca.org)

This course will be presented in a live ZOOM meeting format. 

Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape design professionals with practical tools for designing and constructing healthy landscapes that protect local watersheds, conserve resources and address our changing climate. Participants will learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, stormwater, plant selection, landscaping policy, integrated pest management, and more. The Design Qualification Training also provides in-depth information about our Rated Landscape Program and serves as a pre-requisite for becoming a ReScape Rater

BENEFITS OF DESIGN QUALIFICATION TRAINING 

The Design Qualification Training is offered as a 4-day course and provides design professionals with: 

  • Understanding of ReScape’s ecologically based, whole systems approach to the design and construction of public and private landscapes 

  • Technical information for meeting local and state landscape ordinances and policies 

  • Information about habitat restoration, local plant communities, and the benefits of biodiversity 

  • Interactive experiences with practical, effective techniques such as sheet mulching, building living soil, and irrigation installation 

  • Recognition of the connections between soil health, waste management, water conservation, air and water quality, greenhouse gas reduction, urban forestry, and carbon sequestration 

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions.  

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional in the landscape design marketplace 

  • Prerequisite to apply to be a ReScape Qualified Rater 

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval. 

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. View Design Training Overview.

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ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 4
Nov
7

ReScape Design Qualification Training (DQT) Day 4

Training Dates: October 30 & November 5, 6, 7, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM Meeting 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Training Tuition: 

  • $675 Early bird until 9/30

  • $725 Regular Price after 10/1 

  • $675 Group rate (contact info@rescapeca.org)

This course will be presented in a live ZOOM meeting format. 

Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape design professionals with practical tools for designing and constructing healthy landscapes that protect local watersheds, conserve resources and address our changing climate. Participants will learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, stormwater, plant selection, landscaping policy, integrated pest management, and more. The Design Qualification Training also provides in-depth information about our Rated Landscape Program and serves as a pre-requisite for becoming a ReScape Rater

BENEFITS OF DESIGN QUALIFICATION TRAINING 

The Design Qualification Training is offered as a 4-day course and provides design professionals with: 

  • Understanding of ReScape’s ecologically based, whole systems approach to the design and construction of public and private landscapes 

  • Technical information for meeting local and state landscape ordinances and policies 

  • Information about habitat restoration, local plant communities, and the benefits of biodiversity 

  • Interactive experiences with practical, effective techniques such as sheet mulching, building living soil, and irrigation installation 

  • Recognition of the connections between soil health, waste management, water conservation, air and water quality, greenhouse gas reduction, urban forestry, and carbon sequestration 

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions.  

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional in the landscape design marketplace 

  • Prerequisite to apply to be a ReScape Qualified Rater 

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval. 

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. View Design Training Overview.

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Compost and Mulch Best Practices (1 Day)
Nov
12

Compost and Mulch Best Practices (1 Day)

Training Date: November 12, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Training Tuition:

  • $275 - General Attendee

  • $295 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification without Renewal

  • $350 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal

  • $395 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal and Directory Listing

ReScape’s Advanced Professional Workshop “Compost and Mulch Best Practices” goes beyond the basics and dives deep into detailed best compost and mulch management practices to mitigate the effects of climate change by sequestering carbon and protecting a biodiverse ecosystem. We’ll share techniques for applying compost in different situations, how to specify the best quality compost, and what types of compost are suited to native plants and post-fire landscapes. We will share case studies that demonstrate how compost and mulch best practices create regenerative, beautiful and resilient landscapes.

We'll also discuss California's newest compost and mulch legislation and requirements relating to MWELO and SB1383.   

This workshop is open to anyone. For public and private landscape professionals it is a solid foundation for our Fall 2023 Advanced Professional Workshops on MWELO and SB1383.

As a reminder, if you signed up to receive a ReScape Certification for this Workshop, please note that you will take a Certification Exam following the conclusion. Please reserve an additional 15-30 minutes to complete the Exam. 

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MWELO for Plan Checkers and Inspectors (1 Day)
Nov
13

MWELO for Plan Checkers and Inspectors (1 Day)

Training Date: September 24, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Training Tuition:

  • $285 - General Attendee

  • $295 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification without Renewal

  • $360 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal

  • $420 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal and Directory Listing

A Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) Training that includes an expansive look at the ordinance and explores an array of design strategies that meet the standard. This training includes interactive design activities where you apply the concepts covered.

This five-hour interactive ReScape workshop will be taught by an experienced Landscape Architect well-versed in MWELO language and policy. The Workshop is guided by ReScape’s 8 Principles for Regenerative Landscapes to help plan checkers and inspectors comply with MWELO by providing an in-depth look at the regulations. The presentation will include an overview of MWELO, requirements for the Performance and Prescriptive (Appendix D) compliance pathways, regulation clarifications, answers to common project scenarios, plan set errors, and questions, and tips for performing plan checks and inspections. The training will also include a hands-on plan review and inspection activity that covers key concepts.

As a reminder, if you signed up to receive a ReScape Certification for this Workshop, please note that you will take a Certification Exam following the conclusion. Please reserve an additional 15-30 minutes to complete the Exam. 

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Advanced Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in the Urban Landscape - Advanced Professional Workshop + Certification (1 Day)
Dec
3

Advanced Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in the Urban Landscape - Advanced Professional Workshop + Certification (1 Day)

Training Date: December 3, 2024 REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Training Tuition:

  • $295 - General Attendee

  • $315 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification without Renewal

  • $360 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal

  • $420 - ReScape Qualified Professional - Certification with 2 Year Qualification Renewal and Directory Listing

Join us for our ReScape interactive Certification Workshop. In January 2023, California DPR Sustainable pest management (SPM) published the “Accelerating Sustainable Pest Management Road Map for California,” an IPM approach that integrates various techniques and products to promote healthy, resilient ecosystems across diverse settings. It talks about reduction of pest management risks and offers effective solutions. 

This Workshop is a 6-hour deep dive into areas of focus, role, programs, and available resources in Sustainable Pest Management (SPM) as governed by the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) in California. The Workshop will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of pest management practices. ReScape’s 8 Principles for Regenerative Landscapes will reinforce a whole-systems approach.

This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement sustainable and effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies. You will delve into various aspects of pest management, from understanding the foundational principles of SPM to gaining proficiency in pest identification, control and safety techniques. You will share issues and emerging trends you are seeing out in the field. We will explore the crucial role of IPM in creating healthy, resilient ecosystems in diverse settings. 

By the end of this course, you will know regulations and guidelines governing pest management. Real-world case studies and industry best practices will provide tools to implement IPM strategies effectively.  

If you plan to receive a ReScape Certification for this Workshop, note that you will take a Certification Exam immediately following the class. Please reserve an additional 30-45 minutes to complete the Exam.  

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ReScape Heat Qualification Training (HQT) Day 3
Sep
26

ReScape Heat Qualification Training (HQT) Day 3

Training Dates: September 12, 19, 26, 2024  REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until July 12th

  • $745 starting July 13th

  • $695 Group Rate (please email info@rescapeca.org)

ReScape’s new training, the Heat Qualification Training (HQT) provides landscape professionals with the background, technical training and tools to address and mitigate the expected and ongoing increases in local and regional temperatures. Rooted in each of ReScape’s 8 Principles, you will learn about regenerative landscape practices and policies to tackle the challenges posed by our changing climate and safeguard local watersheds, conserve precious resources, and foster the growth of native habitats. The training includes methodologies in urban and community forestry, regenerative planting strategies and tree care protocols.   

Benefits of Heat Qualification Training 

The HQT provides professionals with:  

  • An understanding of the causes, implications and possible mitigation measures we can employ in our cities from expected steady increased temperatures  

  • Technical information regarding local and state ordinances and policies that address climate change and hotter temperatures 

  • A holistic approach following ReScape’s regenerative, whole systems framework to the design and construction of public and private landscapes, specifically to address increased heat effects in our cities and landscapes  

  • A deeper understanding of plant and tree physiology and ability of specific plants to survive and adapt to hotter and drier environments  

  • Hands-on participation in a community-based urban forestry event  

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials and technologies that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions 

  • Tools and techniques for establishing design and maintenance guides    

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Heat Qualified Professional and leader in the landscape design and maintenance marketplace, including assisting public agencies in implementing their Climate Action and Community Resilience Plans.  

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval.  

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. 

Who Should Attend:

  • Landscape architects, designers  

  • City planners, designers 

  • City, public agency, municipality policy advocates 

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance  

  • Maintenance Teams 

  • Urban Forestry Departments 

  • Arborists, Tree Care Businesses 

  • Asset, finance, and property managers, insurance agents 

  • Commercial/institutional property and land managers 

  • Affordable Housing Landscape Managers 

  • CII Landscaping Managers who design and/or maintain multi-family homes, hospitals, school properties, and other large buildings, properties and/or their landscapes 

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance of above 

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ReScape Heat Qualification Training (HQT) Day 2
Sep
19

ReScape Heat Qualification Training (HQT) Day 2

Training Dates: September 12, 19, 26, 2024  REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until July 12th

  • $745 starting July 13th

  • $695 Group Rate (please email info@rescapeca.org)

ReScape’s new training, the Heat Qualification Training (HQT) provides landscape professionals with the background, technical training and tools to address and mitigate the expected and ongoing increases in local and regional temperatures. Rooted in each of ReScape’s 8 Principles, you will learn about regenerative landscape practices and policies to tackle the challenges posed by our changing climate and safeguard local watersheds, conserve precious resources, and foster the growth of native habitats. The training includes methodologies in urban and community forestry, regenerative planting strategies and tree care protocols.   

Benefits of Heat Qualification Training 

The HQT provides professionals with:  

  • An understanding of the causes, implications and possible mitigation measures we can employ in our cities from expected steady increased temperatures  

  • Technical information regarding local and state ordinances and policies that address climate change and hotter temperatures 

  • A holistic approach following ReScape’s regenerative, whole systems framework to the design and construction of public and private landscapes, specifically to address increased heat effects in our cities and landscapes  

  • A deeper understanding of plant and tree physiology and ability of specific plants to survive and adapt to hotter and drier environments  

  • Hands-on participation in a community-based urban forestry event  

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials and technologies that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions 

  • Tools and techniques for establishing design and maintenance guides    

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Heat Qualified Professional and leader in the landscape design and maintenance marketplace, including assisting public agencies in implementing their Climate Action and Community Resilience Plans.  

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval.  

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. 

Who Should Attend:

  • Landscape architects, designers  

  • City planners, designers 

  • City, public agency, municipality policy advocates 

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance  

  • Maintenance Teams 

  • Urban Forestry Departments 

  • Arborists, Tree Care Businesses 

  • Asset, finance, and property managers, insurance agents 

  • Commercial/institutional property and land managers 

  • Affordable Housing Landscape Managers 

  • CII Landscaping Managers who design and/or maintain multi-family homes, hospitals, school properties, and other large buildings, properties and/or their landscapes 

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance of above 

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ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 4
Sep
18

ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 4

Training Dates: September 10, 11, 17, 18, 2024 ( 4 Days) REGISTER HERE

Location: LIve ZOOM Meetings

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until August 10th

  • $745 starting August 11th

  • $695 Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency) Contact info@rescapeca.org

This training will be conducted in a live, online format. Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape maintenance professionals with practical tools to manage healthy landscapes, protect local watersheds, and address our changing climate. Learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, irrigation, plant care, integrated pest management, and more. 

The Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) provides landscape maintenance professionals with:  

  • Techniques to reduce the cost of maintenance, chemical inputs, water and energy 

  • Training from industry experts about Integrated Pest Management, firescaping, irrigation, soil health and water conservation 

  • Methods to support regenerative landscapes like using recycled/salvaged materials, sequestering carbon, selecting plants for local conditions, and sourcing local products 

  • Gaining the how-to knowledge for sheet mulching, soil sampling, managing leaf debris/green waste and irrigation maintenance 

  • Understanding of ReScape Rated Landscape scoring system and ReScape’s whole systems approach to landscape management 

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional upon completion of the training 

  • Complimentary one year ReScape Qualified Professional membership with optional listing in our Professional Directory, for attracting new business 

  • Requirements for meeting continuing education units for applicator licenses

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome.

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ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 3
Sep
17

ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 3

Training Dates: September 10, 11, 17, 18, 2024 ( 4 Days) REGISTER HERE

Location: LIve ZOOM Meetings

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until August 10th

  • $745 starting August 11th

  • $695 Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency) Contact info@rescapeca.org

This training will be conducted in a live, online format. Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape maintenance professionals with practical tools to manage healthy landscapes, protect local watersheds, and address our changing climate. Learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, irrigation, plant care, integrated pest management, and more. 

The Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) provides landscape maintenance professionals with:  

  • Techniques to reduce the cost of maintenance, chemical inputs, water and energy 

  • Training from industry experts about Integrated Pest Management, firescaping, irrigation, soil health and water conservation 

  • Methods to support regenerative landscapes like using recycled/salvaged materials, sequestering carbon, selecting plants for local conditions, and sourcing local products 

  • Gaining the how-to knowledge for sheet mulching, soil sampling, managing leaf debris/green waste and irrigation maintenance 

  • Understanding of ReScape Rated Landscape scoring system and ReScape’s whole systems approach to landscape management 

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional upon completion of the training 

  • Complimentary one year ReScape Qualified Professional membership with optional listing in our Professional Directory, for attracting new business 

  • Requirements for meeting continuing education units for applicator licenses

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome.

View Maintenance Training Overview

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ReScape Heat Qualification Training (HQT)  Day 1
Sep
12

ReScape Heat Qualification Training (HQT) Day 1

Training Dates: September 12, 19, 26, 2024  REGISTER HERE

Location: Live ZOOM meeting 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until July 12th

  • $745 starting July 13th

  • $695 Group Rate (please email info@rescapeca.org)

ReScape’s new training, the Heat Qualification Training (HQT) provides landscape professionals with the background, technical training and tools to address and mitigate the expected and ongoing increases in local and regional temperatures. Rooted in each of ReScape’s 8 Principles, you will learn about regenerative landscape practices and policies to tackle the challenges posed by our changing climate and safeguard local watersheds, conserve precious resources, and foster the growth of native habitats. The training includes methodologies in urban and community forestry, regenerative planting strategies and tree care protocols.   

Benefits of Heat Qualification Training 

The HQT provides professionals with:  

  • An understanding of the causes, implications and possible mitigation measures we can employ in our cities from expected steady increased temperatures  

  • Technical information regarding local and state ordinances and policies that address climate change and hotter temperatures 

  • A holistic approach following ReScape’s regenerative, whole systems framework to the design and construction of public and private landscapes, specifically to address increased heat effects in our cities and landscapes  

  • A deeper understanding of plant and tree physiology and ability of specific plants to survive and adapt to hotter and drier environments  

  • Hands-on participation in a community-based urban forestry event  

  • Tools and resources for choosing materials and technologies that sequester carbon more quickly, and decrease GHG emissions 

  • Tools and techniques for establishing design and maintenance guides    

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Heat Qualified Professional and leader in the landscape design and maintenance marketplace, including assisting public agencies in implementing their Climate Action and Community Resilience Plans.  

  • Continuing Education Units for external certifications and qualifications from the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) and more. CEUs pending approval.  

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. 

Who Should Attend:

  • Landscape architects, designers  

  • City planners, designers 

  • City, public agency, municipality policy advocates 

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance  

  • Maintenance Teams 

  • Urban Forestry Departments 

  • Arborists, Tree Care Businesses 

  • Asset, finance, and property managers, insurance agents 

  • Commercial/institutional property and land managers 

  • Affordable Housing Landscape Managers 

  • CII Landscaping Managers who design and/or maintain multi-family homes, hospitals, school properties, and other large buildings, properties and/or their landscapes 

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance of above 

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ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 2
Sep
11

ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 2

Training Dates: September 10, 11, 17, 18, 2024 ( 4 Days) REGISTER HERE

Location: LIve ZOOM Meetings

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until August 10th

  • $745 starting August 11th

  • $695 Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency) Contact info@rescapeca.org

This training will be conducted in a live, online format. Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape maintenance professionals with practical tools to manage healthy landscapes, protect local watersheds, and address our changing climate. Learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, irrigation, plant care, integrated pest management, and more. 

The Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) provides landscape maintenance professionals with:  

  • Techniques to reduce the cost of maintenance, chemical inputs, water and energy 

  • Training from industry experts about Integrated Pest Management, firescaping, irrigation, soil health and water conservation 

  • Methods to support regenerative landscapes like using recycled/salvaged materials, sequestering carbon, selecting plants for local conditions, and sourcing local products 

  • Gaining the how-to knowledge for sheet mulching, soil sampling, managing leaf debris/green waste and irrigation maintenance 

  • Understanding of ReScape Rated Landscape scoring system and ReScape’s whole systems approach to landscape management 

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional upon completion of the training 

  • Complimentary one year ReScape Qualified Professional membership with optional listing in our Professional Directory, for attracting new business 

  • Requirements for meeting continuing education units for applicator licenses

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome.

View Maintenance Training Overview

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ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 1
Sep
10

ReScape Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) - Day 1

Training Dates: September 10, 11, 17, 18, 2024 ( 4 Days) REGISTER HERE

Location: LIve ZOOM Meetings

Tuition: 

  • $695 Early Bird until August 10th

  • $745 starting August 11th

  • $695 Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency) Contact info@rescapeca.org

This training will be conducted in a live, online format. Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training provides landscape maintenance professionals with practical tools to manage healthy landscapes, protect local watersheds, and address our changing climate. Learn about regenerative landscape practices from leading experts in soil health, irrigation, plant care, integrated pest management, and more. 

The Maintenance Qualification Training (MQT) provides landscape maintenance professionals with:  

  • Techniques to reduce the cost of maintenance, chemical inputs, water and energy 

  • Training from industry experts about Integrated Pest Management, firescaping, irrigation, soil health and water conservation 

  • Methods to support regenerative landscapes like using recycled/salvaged materials, sequestering carbon, selecting plants for local conditions, and sourcing local products 

  • Gaining the how-to knowledge for sheet mulching, soil sampling, managing leaf debris/green waste and irrigation maintenance 

  • Understanding of ReScape Rated Landscape scoring system and ReScape’s whole systems approach to landscape management 

  • Competitive advantage as a ReScape Qualified Professional upon completion of the training 

  • Complimentary one year ReScape Qualified Professional membership with optional listing in our Professional Directory, for attracting new business 

  • Requirements for meeting continuing education units for applicator licenses

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome.

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Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) Day 2
Aug
28

Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) Day 2

Training Dates: August 27 & 28 REGISTER HERE

Location: Online Live ZOOM

Training Tuition:

  • Regular: $525 per person

  • Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency): $495 Contact info@rescapeca.org

ReScape’s Resilient Regenerative Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) is grounded in our 8 Principles for Regenerative Landscapes, offering a sustainable long-term approach to fire hazard management beyond current vegetation practices. This course delivers comprehensive best practices in regenerative landscaping, focused on reducing fire hazards and preparing cities and large property owners for safety before, during, and after a firestorm.

Key Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Training: Educates, aligns, and empowers public agencies, commercial and institutional property owners, and landscapers to collaborate effectively.

  • Whole-Systems Strategies: Encourages cross-departmental and organizational cooperation to implement holistic firescaping strategies that protect people, assets, and future welfare.

  • Sustainable Practices: Integrates ReScape’s 8 Principles approach to firescaping, which protects properties and landscapes while mitigating climate change and creating aesthetic value.

Specific Advantages:

  • Carbon Landscaping: Enhances beauty and sequesters carbon.

  • Green Infrastructure: Reduces waste plant debris and landfill costs.

  • Regenerative Features: Promotes water capture and purity, embodied energy reduction, and maintenance savings.

Who Should Attend this Training:

  • Public Agency Department Employees – City/County: Who design, maintain, and protect infrastructure and protect people. Examples: fire, emergency services, public works, facilities, parks and recreation, community development, building and planning departments, etc.

  • Commercial/institutional property owners, land managers: Who design and/or maintain multi-family homes, hospitals, school properties, and other large buildings, properties and/or their landscapes. Examples: landscape architects, designers and maintenance teams, asset, finance, and property managers, insurance agents, etc.

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance of above

The Training includes:

  • Interactive crowdsourcing online sessions with robust conversations and activities with the instructor and colleagues

  • Strategies for fire protection using fire safety zones and defensible space principles

  • Lessons and discussions on fire resistant plant selection, biological enhancements and maintenance vegetation modification techniques to reduce property vulnerability to wildfire

  • Technical guidelines on how to protect and manage six types of California Urban Landscapes

  • Specifics on firescaping compliance with local and state ordinances and regulations

  • Best firescaping practices to mitigate climate change and create beauty

  • Resources with contacts, book lists, and articles with the most up-to-date comprehensive information on firescaping program best practices

  • Plans and exploration on how to create and manage a comprehensive firescaping program with community support that saves money, stress, and most importantly—lives

  • Tools to implement immediate next action steps to create and manage a comprehensive firescaping program

About the Instructor:

The Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) is taught by Douglas Kent, author of “Firescaping, 2nd Edition.” With nearly 20 years of experience in California, Kent has worked with cities, NGOs, private companies, and utilities on risk assessments, landscape prescriptions, and public presentations. He holds two Master’s degrees in land management, authored seven other books, and numerous articles. Kent is dedicated to building a resilient California.

 

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. View Firescaping Training Overview.

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Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) Day 1
Aug
27

Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) Day 1

Training Dates: August 27 & 28 Online Live Zoom REGISTER HERE

Training Tuition:

  • Regular: $525 per person

  • Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency): $495 Contact info@rescapeca.org

ReScape’s Resilient Regenerative Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) is grounded in our 8 Principles for Regenerative Landscapes, offering a sustainable long-term approach to fire hazard management beyond current vegetation practices. This course delivers comprehensive best practices in regenerative landscaping, focused on reducing fire hazards and preparing cities and large property owners for safety before, during, and after a firestorm.

Key Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Training: Educates, aligns, and empowers public agencies, commercial and institutional property owners, and landscapers to collaborate effectively.

  • Whole-Systems Strategies: Encourages cross-departmental and organizational cooperation to implement holistic firescaping strategies that protect people, assets, and future welfare.

  • Sustainable Practices: Integrates ReScape’s 8 Principles approach to firescaping, which protects properties and landscapes while mitigating climate change and creating aesthetic value.

Specific Advantages:

  • Carbon Landscaping: Enhances beauty and sequesters carbon.

  • Green Infrastructure: Reduces waste plant debris and landfill costs.

  • Regenerative Features: Promotes water capture and purity, embodied energy reduction, and maintenance savings.

Who Should Attend this Training:

  • Public Agency Department Employees – City/County: Who design, maintain, and protect infrastructure and protect people. Examples: fire, emergency services, public works, facilities, parks and recreation, community development, building and planning departments, etc.

  • Commercial/institutional property owners, land managers: Who design and/or maintain multi-family homes, hospitals, school properties, and other large buildings, properties and/or their landscapes. Examples: landscape architects, designers and maintenance teams, asset, finance, and property managers, insurance agents, etc.

  • Anyone responsible for programs, policies and procedures, compliance of above

The Training includes:

  • Interactive crowdsourcing online sessions with robust conversations and activities with the instructor and colleagues

  • Strategies for fire protection using fire safety zones and defensible space principles

  • Lessons and discussions on fire resistant plant selection, biological enhancements and maintenance vegetation modification techniques to reduce property vulnerability to wildfire

  • Technical guidelines on how to protect and manage six types of California Urban Landscapes

  • Specifics on firescaping compliance with local and state ordinances and regulations

  • Best firescaping practices to mitigate climate change and create beauty

  • Resources with contacts, book lists, and articles with the most up-to-date comprehensive information on firescaping program best practices

  • Plans and exploration on how to create and manage a comprehensive firescaping program with community support that saves money, stress, and most importantly—lives

  • Tools to implement immediate next action steps to create and manage a comprehensive firescaping program

About the Instructor:

The Firescaping Qualification Training (FQT) is taught by Douglas Kent, author of “Firescaping, 2nd Edition.” With nearly 20 years of experience in California, Kent has worked with cities, NGOs, private companies, and utilities on risk assessments, landscape prescriptions, and public presentations. He holds two Master’s degrees in land management, authored seven other books, and numerous articles. Kent is dedicated to building a resilient California.

 

Attendees from all areas of California are welcome. View Firescaping Training Overview.

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Event Five
Jan
7

Event Five

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Event Three
Jan
6

Event Three

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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Event Four
Jan
5

Event Four

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Event One
Jan
4

Event One

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Event Two
Jan
3

Event Two

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