NLCP Level 1 San Antonio - Hybrid
Summary
Description
This class is specific to the San Antonio area. NOTE: This class involves a Zoom presentation and in-person plant walk the following Saturday.
Date and Time:
Attend 2 sessions over 2 days followed by an online test to complete this class
Online Presentations: Saturday, March 30, 8 am - 12:30 pm
In-Person Plant Walk Saturday, April 6, 8 am - 10 am
at the Medina River Natural Area
Optional 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.
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 to 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. Please register for classes located in the region in which you wish to landscape. Check it out!
Instructors
Questions
Registration: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211.
Class-specific: Nancy Thoss nancy4gardens@gmail.com
Technical Issues with Class: Peter Hernandez hernandez@swbell.net
Registration Process
When you "Click to register online", a "Log In" screen pops up. 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 using the email address from your registration. You may need to create a login if you have never logged in before by filling in the email address used to complete your registration and clicking "Recover Account." Account records are secure and will not be shared.
To register without logging in, click the x at the top right to close the popup and complete the form below.
After Registration Watch for several emails (Prone to getting caught by SPAM filters):
- NPSOT registration confirmation email - check junk mail
- 1 week prior to class - reminder email
- 3 days prior to class - email with class materials link and details
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.