NLCP Level 2 San Antonio - Hybrid

05/21/2022 09:00 AM - 05/28/2022 12:00 PM CT

Location

San Antonio, TX

Summary

Learn about 45 natives and how to design your native plant landscape! NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught. This class is specific to the San Antonio area. NOTE: This class involves a Zoom presentation and in-person plant walk the following Saturday.

Description

Date and Time:

Attend 2 sessions followed by an online test to complete this class

Online Presentations: Saturday, May 21, 9 am - 1 pm

In-Person Plant Walk & Design Exercise: Saturday, May 28, 8 am - 12 pm
Meet at the Urban Ecology Center Classroom, Phil Hardberger Park West
8400 NW Military Hwy.San Antonio, TX 78230

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 2: Landscape Design with Native Plants

  • Learn how to create landscape designs using native plants
  • Review ecological considerations important to landscape design
  • Identify cultural considerations impacting landscape design
  • Learn steps to the design process
  • Practice the design process during an hour-long exercise
  • Become familiar with 45 native Texas plants recommended for your landscape and 5 plants to avoid

Note: You must complete NLCP Level 1 before taking this class.

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
Mike Pecen
Joan Miller
Peter Hernandez

Registration Process

You must log in to register at the Member Price.  NPSOT creates an "account" for you the first time you register for an event or become a NPSOT member. All NPSOT related records are stored on this account. When you "Click to register online", a "Log In" screen pops up. If you do not already have a login for NPSOT, set one up by filling in the email address used to complete your registration and clicking "Recover Account." If you do not wish to log in to your account, click the "X" in the upper right-hand corner of the pop-up screen to register at the Non-Member price. 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 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.

Questions

Registration: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211.
Class-specific:  Joan Miller 703-477-6993 / millersmyle@earthink.net
Technical Issues with Class:  Joan Miller 703-477-6993 / millersmyle@earthink.net