NLCP Landscapes for Birds - San Antonio - In Person

10/01/2022 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM CT

Location

San Antonio Botanical Gardens
San Antonio, TX

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: The content is specific to the San Antonio area.

Description

In Person at the:
San Antonio Botanical Garden at 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX 78209

Class Outline:
Native Landscapes for Birds is a companion class to the Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP).

In the class you will:

  • Learn about the importance of birds and Texas' role in bird migration
  • Identify threats to birds and steps to reduce them
  • Understand the relationship between birds and native plants
  • Create and maintain bird-friendly native plant landscapes
  • Become familiar with up to 50 native Texas plants that benefit your local birds

There is no prerequisite for this class.

Instructors: 

Lee Marlowe
Fred Loxsom

Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP)

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.

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, though you may still need to create a login.   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.  

Non-members may click on the "X" in the upper right-hand corner of the pop-up screen to close it and access the registration form.

 After Registration Watch for:

NPSOT registration confirmation email - Check your junk mail, emails are sent from NLCP@NPSOT.org
1 week prior to class - reminder email
3 days prior to class - an email with class materials and Zoom links
1 day prior and day-of class - final reminder emails

Class Prices and NPSOT Member Discounts

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 & Technical Issues: Fred Loxsom floxsom@trinity.edu