NLCP Level 1 NTX Dallas - Hybrid

05/14/2022 09:00 AM - 05/15/2022 01:00 PM CT

Summary

Learn about the benefits of native plants, desirable plants for your area and design considerations for your landscape. NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught. NOTE: This class is specific to the north-central Texas area (Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton) and is held in 2 separate sessions over 2 days.

Description

This class will be held online with an in-person plant walk on the following day.  
Presentations: Via Zoom Saturday, May 14, 9 am - 1:30 pm
Plant Walk: Sunday, May 15, 9 am - 12:30 pm
at the Native Texas Park at President George W Bush Center, 2943 SMU Blvd, Dallas TX 75205
Online Test:  After completing the class and plant walk, you will be sent a link to the online test which you will have 3 days to complete.

Only sign up for this class if you are willing to attend the in-person plant walk which will comply with all applicable health agency requirements.

Class Outline
Level 1: Introduction to Native Landscapes

  • Learn the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes
  • Understand the differences between sustainable and conventional development
  • Discover your Texas ecoregion, vegetation, and soil.
  • Become familiar with 45 native Texas plants recommended for your landscape and 5 plants to avoid

NLCP Level 1 is a prerequisite for Levels 2 - 4 which may be taken in any order. 

The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four-level certification program that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Classes focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Check it out.

Instructors

Suzanne Tuttle
Sandy Fountain 
Carol Feldman

 

Registration Process

You must log in to register at the Member Price.  If you are a member, have taken a class or attended an event in the past, an account has already been created for you. You may need to create a login for that account if you have not done so. 

When you "Click to register online", a "Log In" screen pops up. Log in or create a login by filling in the email address used to complete your registration and clicking "Recover Account."  Account records are secure and will not be shared.  

After Registration Watch for:

  • NPSOT registration confirmation email - check junk mail
  • 1 week prior to class - reminder email
  • 3 days prior to class - email with class materials and Zoom links
  • 1 day prior and day-of class - final reminder emails

 

Discount - NPSOT Members

Level 1: $45 for all
Levels 2, 3, 4 and Native Landscapes for Birds:
$50 - Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) members
$65 - Non-members. Become a NPSOT member. 

Cancellations

Contact: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211. Fees may not be applied to future classes. Cancellations made by midnight on the Monday prior to class are eligible for a refund. Upon cancellation, a $10 handling fee is deducted from the refund. Thanks for your understanding in this matter.

Questions

Registration: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211.
Class-specific:  Janet D Smith, janets13jds@gmail.com, 214-929-3844    
Technical Issues with Class: Carol Feldman, carol@feldmandesign.com, 972-523-4944