Ecological Restoration: Native Plant Selection and Installation
Learn all about the right plant for the right place in restoration projects! This class will also include planting strategies for different restoration goals, such as species diversity, pollinator & wildlife habitat, aesthetics, and more. This class consists of two, 2hr zoom sessions.
The fourth and final course in the Ecological Restoration series focuses on installing the right plant in the right place using the right installation techniques for specific site conditions. The instructor will cover planting strategies for species diversity, habitat for pollinators and native wildlife species, trail management, aesthetics, ethnobotanical and cultural uses, local food systems, resilience, and crime prevention through environmental design.
Professional Credits Available: CERP - 4 (2/webinar), APLD 4 (2/webinar), CPH - 4 (2/webinar), ecoPRO - 4 (2/webinar), NALP/WALP - 4 (2/webinar)
This class is part IV of a four-part series, Foundational Concepts and Implementation Essentials for Resilient, Inclusive Landscapes - covering the fundamental principles of ecological restoration and best practices for applying those principles in our increasingly dynamic world. The series is grounded in case studies of ongoing wetland, forest, and prairie restoration projects at Juanita Bay, Juanita Beach, Totem Lake and South Norway Hill parks in Kirkland. Attendance to other parts of the series is encouraged, but not required.
An optional field session (cost: $45) is available to add on during registration. Additional professional credits are available for the field session.
4 CPH / 4 ecoPRO / 4 NALP/WALP / 4 APLD / 4 CERP
This class is part IV of a four-part series, Foundational Concepts and Implementation Essentials for Resilient, Inclusive Landscapes - covering the fundamental principles of ecological restoration and best practices for applying those principles in our increasingly dynamic world. The series is grounded in case studies of ongoing wetland, forest, and prairie res
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.