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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: WMG's Greywater Lecture\, Site Assessment\, and Installation\, April 17 & 18\, 2010 - Phoenix AZ
DESCRIPTION:Please note: this weekend greywater workshop is not open to the public. It is part of an 8-weekend course hosted by Watershed Management Group.\n\nParticipants must apply through and be accepted by Watershed Management Group. \nApplication deadline is February 5\, 2010.\nVisit www.watershedmg.org/certification and scroll down to the Phoenix section for a full course description\, schedule\, and application.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-wmgs-greywater-lecture-site-assessment-and-installation-april-17-18-2010-phoenix-az/
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group: Samos Neighborhood Green Streets Workshop\, April 17\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:Don’t just plant a tree for Earth  Month – plant the rain to grow the tree!  On Saturday\, April 17\, 2010\, get your hands dirty and  transform a neighborhood street into a green street while learning  practical skills for harvesting stormwater.  We’ll start by planting the  water – creating large-scale stormwater harvesting earthworks along  Samos neighborhood streets.  Then we’ll plant a beautiful assortment of  native shade trees\, as well as flowering plants to attract hummingbirds  and butterflies.  Participants will also enjoy live music and a catered  lunch.  Samos Neighborhood is located in central Tucson near Campbell  and Grant Roads. To be a part of this FREE street-transforming workshop\,  please RSVP to Catlow Shipek or call 520-396-3266.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/watershed-management-group-samos-neighborhood-green-streets-workshop-april-17-2010-tucson-az/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster et ali: Homegrown Evolution Community Sustainability Mini Conference\, April 17\, 2010 - Phoenix AZ
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 17\, 2010\nConference Hours: 8 am – noon\n\nLocation: SW Autism Research & Resource Center\, Large Conference Room\n2225 N 16th Street\, Phoenix AZ 85006 (Thomas Rd & 16th Street)\n\nFor full event description and to purchase tickets: www.azhomegrownsolutions.org/page/sustainability-conf\nCost: $25 for general public; $5-10 for residents of Nuestro Barrio\nFor more information contact: Jennifer Wadsworth\, jennifer@AZHomegrownSolutions.org\nDescription of Brad’s talk:\nPlanting the Rain: Principles\, Practices\, and Tips for Water-Harvesting Earthworks and Raingardens: Plant the rain before you plant your trees to boost production\, reduce flooding\, conserve water\, and create sustainable oases around your homes and community infrastructure. Raingardens and other small-scale earthworks quickly infiltrate rainfall into the soil where less is lost to evaporation\, while reducing erosion. Living ‘pumps’ of vegetation then enable us the access that water. Come learn simple principles and tips to leverage greater success as you implement these simple and effective passive systems. This presentation builds on Brad’s basic water-harvesting talk\, while offering more specifics and case studies. Working examples and case studies will be highlighted.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-public-talk-on-rainwater-harvesting-earthworks-april-17-2010-phoenix-az/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100416T180000
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Flagstaff Earth Day Keynote Speaker\, April 16\, 2010 - Flagstaff AZ
DESCRIPTION:Join Brad Lancaster\, the City of Flagstaff\, and the Arizona Association of Environmental Education in kicking off a celebration of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day!\nDate: Friday\, April 16\, 2010\nTime: Doors at 5:30 pm\, Brad’s talk at 6 pm\n\nLocation: High Country Conference Center\, 201 East Butler Avenue\, Flagstaff\, AZ 86001\nCost: Free\n\nFor more information\, contact: Stephanie Smith\, Sustainability Specialist\, City of Flagstaff at ssmith@flagstaffaz.gov or (928) 213-3612.\nHarvesting Water and More To Turn “Wastes” into Resources: The Story of Rain Beer\, Urban Drool Harvesting\, Managing Mega-Cities Like Forests\, and more.\nThis dynamic talk looks into how we tend to mismanage but could properly manage our most precious resource: water. Many examples and case studies are given that illustrate how we can sustainably enhance our water\, energy\, and food resources at home\, within our communities\, and beyond.  In addition\, Brad will also cover water-harvesting from dirt roads\, Portland’s Sustainable Stormwater Program\, green burials\, an urban farm irrigated solely by rain and stormwater\, and more. Monetary savings associated with each example are dramatic\, and these practices simultaneously enhance local resources and quality of life. Best of all\, you can do the same.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-flagstaff-earth-day-keynote-speaker-april-16-2010-flagstaff-az/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Live Radio Interview with Sandy Moss of KQNA\, April 14\, 2010 - Prescott AZ
DESCRIPTION:Sandy Moss of KQNA Prescott will be doing a live radio interview on water harvesting and more with Brad via telephone from his home in Tucson. Please note: this is not a call-in show.\nDate: Wednesday\, April 14\, 2010\nTime: 4 pm Arizona time\nTo listen: Tune in to KQNA 1130AM or 99.9FM\, or stream live at KQNA.com
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-live-radio-interview-with-sandy-moss-of-kqna-april-14-2010-prescott-az/
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group & Rincon Heights Neighborhood Association: Green Streets Block Party\, April 10\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:Green Streets Block Party\nSaturday\, April 10\, 2010\, 4 – 7 pm\nJoin Watershed Management Group for an  evening fundraiser that will include live music from Spirit Familia and  catered dinner featuring local\, organic ingredients.  The event will  begin with tours of WMG’s award winning work to green neighborhood  streets in the Rincon Heights Neighborhood.  We’ll be closing off two  street blocks around the Feld Davis park (8th St. & Martin) in the  Rincon Heights neighborhood for this festive party!\nEvent  tickets are available at a price of $25 for adults\, $15 for children  ages 7 to 14\, and children 6 and under for free.  You may purchase  tickets online at watershedmg.org/earthmonth\,  or by sending a check made out to Watershed Management Group\, PO Box  65953\, Tucson AZ 85728.  Please indicate how many will be attending with  your check or purchase online.  Tickets must be purchased in advance!   For more information\, contact Lisa Shipek at lisa@watershedmg.org or by  calling 520-396-3266.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/watershed-management-group-rincon-heights-neighborhood-association-green-streets-and-neighborhoods-festival-and-fundraiser-april-10-2010-tucson-az/
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SUMMARY:Tucson Water Festival\, March 26-28\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:THE WATER PROJECT: Tucson’s Synergistic Water Festival is… THIS  WEEKEND!  Celebrate our most precious resource- and participate in  creative and proactive ways to address water issues!\nAt a glance:\n• FRIDAY\, MARCH 26\n@ THE SCREENING ROOM (127 E. Congress)\n6pm:  Film Shorts by local filmmakers\n8pm:  Blue Gold- World Water Wars\n• SATURDAY\, MARCH 27\n@ HIMMEL PARK w/ SOLAR ROCK (Tucson Blvd. + 1st Street)\nNoon-6pm:  Information tables\, kids area\, live music\, food\, speakers\,  performance\, and more\n• SUNDAY\, MARCH 28\n@ SABINO CANYON (5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd)\n9:15am-Noon:  Cross-cultural / Inter-faith Water Ritual\n@ ARMORY PARK CENTER (220 S. 5th Ave)\n1-6pm:  Enviro-Vendor Fair w/ businesses\, organizations\, artisans\n1-2pm:  Movement Theatre Workshop\n2:30pm:  Policy Panel Discussion\n4:30pm:  Round Table Brainstorms on various water issues\n5:30pm:  Festival Performance / Festival Closing / Next Steps\n6pm:  After Party!\n@ PEOPLE’S IMPORTS (276 S. Park Ave)\n9pm-1am:  After After Party!!\nSee the website for more festival info and to make a donation to support  this project and more events that bring community together on water  issues: www.WaterProjectFestival.org
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/tucson-water-festival-march-26-28-2010-tucson-az/
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group: Deadline for Applications for Summer 2010 Water Harvesting Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:WMG Water Harvesting Certification Summer Courses – May & July 2010\nWMG is offering an intensive 9-day Water Harvesting Certification\ncourse this summer designed for both participants in Tucson and around\nthe U.S. The May 7th -16th program (currently with participants from\nArizona\, New Mexico\, and California) has a few remaining spots open.\nThis one-of-a-kind program offers 65 hours of hands-on and classroom\ntraining in water harvesting systems design and construction.\n Applications are due no later than March 15.\nIf there is substantial interest\, we will also offer an intensive\n9-day course July 9th – 18th. For more information or to apply to\neither of these programs\, visit:\nhttp://www.watershedmg.org/certification\n.\nYou may download the announcement for these specific courses at the\nfollowing link:\nhttp://watershedmg.org/sites/default/files/newcontent/WHCert_Announcemt_2010_05.pdf\nIf you have any questions about the program or the application\nprocess\, please contact James MacAdam at james@watershedmg.org or\n520-396-3266.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/watershed-management-group-deadline-for-applications-for-summer-2010-water-harvesting-certification-course/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster Introduces Author Dr Robert Glennon at Tucson Festival of Books\, March 14\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:As a guest speaker at the Tucson Festival of Books\, Dr. Robert Glennon will share thoughts about the pressing issue of water based on his latest book: “Unquenchable: America’s Water Crisis and What to Do About It.”\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, March 14\, 2010\, 2:30 pm\n\n\nWhere: University of Arizona Campus\, Main Plaza\, Science Stage (in front of the Main Library)\n\n\nFor more information: tucsonfestivalofbooks.org
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-introduces-author-dr-robert-glennon-at-tucson-festival-of-books-march-14-2010-tucson-az/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100306T080000
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program\, Greywater Laundry System Workshop\, March 6\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:**Note: This workshop is part of WMG’s Water Harvesting Certification Program for 2010\, and is not open to the general public.**\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.\nWatershed Management Group (WMG) is pleased to announce the upcoming Water Harvesting Certification courses for 2010 and call for applications. The WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is a hands-on training course to earn certification in water harvesting design and implementation. Our goal at WMG is to effectively transfer water harvesting knowledge to those who can teach these practices and utilize them in their professions. The aim of the certification program is to provide the highest quality training in integrative water harvesting offered in the nation.\nProgram Description\nThe WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is an intensive hands-on training program held in Tucson\, AZ. The program is geared towards educators\, professionals\, and community organizers seeking comprehensive instruction in water harvesting systems design and construction. This year marks our third year of the program.\nWMG offers two levels of certification: WMG Water Harvesting Certification (Level 1) and WMG Advanced Water Harvesting Certification (Level 2). WMG will teach two sections of Level 1 over eight weeks during January-March 2010\, and offer one section each of Level 1 and 2 during 9-day\, condensed courses in summer 2010. This announcement focuses on the Level 1 courses in January-March only.\nThe curriculum focuses on design in retrofitting urban areas. Participants will be trained in all aspects of planning\, installation\, and maintenance of water harvesting systems. All topics covered during the Level I training will be taught through classroom lectures\, on-site assessments\, applied homework assignments\, and implementation workshops. A typical week will include one 2-3 hour lecture on a weekday evening; and 4 to 8 hours of outside\, hands-on work and study on one weekend day. Outside work is generally scheduled for the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day. Each section will consist of 12 participants; one section will have their workshops primarily on Saturdays and the other will have their workshop primarily on Sundays. The two sections will join together for weekday lectures and the final exam.\nThe certification program will include the following:\no Lectures on each major topic\no Hands-on site assessments at the sites where projects will be implemented\no Training workshops where participants learn by constructing water harvesting systems at residential and commercial sites\no Reading and homework assignments to solidify knowledge gained in the hands-on workshops\no Final exam to earn certification\nWhat does Certification mean for me?\nThe certification course is designed and administered by WMG staff with assistance from an advisory board made up of professionals who teach and implement water harvesting practices. The lectures and trainings are taught by WMG staff and well-respected guest instructors. Certification signifies that the participant has received a thorough training and demonstrates a basic level of proficiency (assessed via written examination) in the topics outlined in the curriculum.\nParticipants who complete the Level 1 WMG Certification will be able to:\n~ Integrate water harvesting systems with other design considerations (energy conservation\, aesthetic design\, food production\, wildlife habitat\, etc.)\n~ Calculate runoff potential of catchment areas and run soil percolation tests\n~ Create a water budget and match water harvesting systems with appropriate landscaping\n~ Choose\, size\, and build appropriate earthworks features for different applications (basins\, berms\, swales\, French drains)\n~ Design greywater systems from laundry\, bathroom sink\, and bathroom shower water\n~ Build gravity-fed greywater system from laundry machine wastewater to irrigate landscape\n~ Size and build steel-culvert cistern\n~ Size and install plastic cistern\n~ Build sunken garden beds and improve soil for food production\n~ Design all of the above systems while incorporating safety and health considerations\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-wmgs-water-harvesting-certification-program-greywater-laundry-system-workshop-march-6-7-2010-tucson-az/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program\, Greywater Site Assessment\, February 28\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:**Note: This session is part of WMG’s Water Harvesting Certification Program for 2010\, and is not open to the general public.**\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.\nWatershed Management Group (WMG) is pleased to announce the upcoming Water Harvesting Certification courses for 2010 and call for applications. The WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is a hands-on training course to earn certification in water harvesting design and implementation. Our goal at WMG is to effectively transfer water harvesting knowledge to those who can teach these practices and utilize them in their professions. The aim of the certification program is to provide the highest quality training in integrative water harvesting offered in the nation.\nProgram Description\nThe WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is an intensive hands-on training program held in Tucson\, AZ. The program is geared towards educators\, professionals\, and community organizers seeking comprehensive instruction in water harvesting systems design and construction. This year marks our third year of the program.\nWMG offers two levels of certification: WMG Water Harvesting Certification (Level 1) and WMG Advanced Water Harvesting Certification (Level 2). WMG will teach two sections of Level 1 over eight weeks during January-March 2010\, and offer one section each of Level 1 and 2 during 9-day\, condensed courses in summer 2010. This announcement focuses on the Level 1 courses in January-March only.\nThe curriculum focuses on design in retrofitting urban areas. Participants will be trained in all aspects of planning\, installation\, and maintenance of water harvesting systems. All topics covered during the Level I training will be taught through classroom lectures\, on-site assessments\, applied homework assignments\, and implementation workshops. A typical week will include one 2-3 hour lecture on a weekday evening; and 4 to 8 hours of outside\, hands-on work and study on one weekend day. Outside work is generally scheduled for the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day. Each section will consist of 12 participants; one section will have their workshops primarily on Saturdays and the other will have their workshop primarily on Sundays. The two sections will join together for weekday lectures and the final exam.\nThe certification program will include the following:\no Lectures on each major topic\no Hands-on site assessments at the sites where projects will be implemented\no Training workshops where participants learn by constructing water harvesting systems at residential and commercial sites\no Reading and homework assignments to solidify knowledge gained in the hands-on workshops\no Final exam to earn certification\nWhat does Certification mean for me?\nThe certification course is designed and administered by WMG staff with assistance from an advisory board made up of professionals who teach and implement water harvesting practices. The lectures and trainings are taught by WMG staff and well-respected guest instructors. Certification signifies that the participant has received a thorough training and demonstrates a basic level of proficiency (assessed via written examination) in the topics outlined in the curriculum.\nParticipants who complete the Level 1 WMG Certification will be able to:\n~ Integrate water harvesting systems with other design considerations (energy conservation\, aesthetic design\, food production\, wildlife habitat\, etc.)\n~ Calculate runoff potential of catchment areas and run soil percolation tests\n~ Create a water budget and match water harvesting systems with appropriate landscaping\n~ Choose\, size\, and build appropriate earthworks features for different applications (basins\, berms\, swales\, French drains)\n~ Design greywater systems from laundry\, bathroom sink\, and bathroom shower water\n~ Build gravity-fed greywater system from laundry machine wastewater to irrigate landscape\n~ Size and build steel-culvert cistern\n~ Size and install plastic cistern\n~ Build sunken garden beds and improve soil for food production\n~ Design all of the above systems while incorporating safety and health considerations\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-wmgs-water-harvesting-certification-program-greywater-site-assessment-february-28-2010-tucson-az/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Peak to Prairie Landscape Symposium\, February 26-27\, 2010 - Colorado Springs CO
DESCRIPTION:For the latest Symposium details\, including schedule\, presenters\, registration\, and contact info visit: getthegreenback.net. \n2010 Peak to Prairie\nLandscape Symposium\nAn educational forum inspiring the communities of Southern Colorado to create appealing and enduring landscapes suitable for our soils\, climate and finite water resources. \nFriday\, February 26 & Saturday\, February 27\nDoubletree Hotel’s World Arena\n1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd\nColorado Springs\, CO 80906-4030\nBrad will be speaking twice during the Symposium:\n\nPassive Earthworks Strategies on Friday\, February 26\, from 9-10 am\, and\nKeynote Address: Basic Rainwater Strategies on Saturday\, February 27\, from 8-9 am\nMore about the Symposium:\nHomeowners and industry professionals will learn the latest landscape design tips\, trends and more at the 2010 Peak to Prairie Landscape Symposium.\nThis two-day event will focus on creating and maintaining unique and sustainable landscapes in our semi-arid climate. Regional experts will present on a variety of subjects\, including the latest in water-wise landscape design\, plant selection\, installation and maintenance.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-peak-to-prairie-landscape-symposium-colorado-springs-co-february-26-27-2010/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100224T194500
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Free Public Talk: Planting the Rain to Grow Food and Abundance\, February 24\, 2010 - Albuquerque NM
DESCRIPTION:Planting the Rain to Grow Food and Abundance\nA free public talk by Brad Lancaster\nWednesday\, February 24\, 2010\nSimms Auditorium on the campus of Albuquerque Academy\nTime: 6:30 – 7:45 pm\nDescription:\nIntegrated water harvesting makes the most of our local water resources\, by enhancing them instead of depleting them. Simultaneously\, we can use that harvested water to grow food and passive-cooling shade\, control erosion and floods\, and create wildlife habitat and jobs. Water can be harvested at home\, in the neighborhood\, on farms and ranches\, and community-wide. Brad’s dynamic talk will show you how\, with numerous case studies from around the world\, including creating oases out of wastelands in Africa and Arizona\, and brewing rain beer in Atlanta.\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact:\nJoni Barabé (barabe@aa.edu\, or  (505) 828-3281)\, or Sue Rzendzian (rzendzian@aa.edu).
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-planting-the-rain-to-grow-food-and-abundance-february-24-2010-albuquerque-nm/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Albuquerque Academy\, February 23-24\, 2010 - Albuquerque NM
DESCRIPTION:Brad will be working with students at the Academy during the day on February 23 & 24\, 2010.\nPlease see the next entry for details on a public talk to be given in the evening on Wednesday\, February 24\, in Simms Auditorium on the Albuquerque Academy campus.\nFor more information about Albuquerque Academy\, please visit them online at www.aa.edu.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-albuquerque-academy-february-23-24-2009-albuquerque-nm/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Sandia Prep School\, February 22\, 2010 - Albuquerque NM
DESCRIPTION:Brad will be working with the students of Sandia Prep throughout the day on Monday\, February 22.\nCurriculum to include an introduction to water harvesting; the lessons of Mr Phiri\, the African water farmer; and a hands-on campus water-budget project with the students and faculty of the Sustainability Committee.\nFor more information about Sandia Prep\, please visit them online at www.sandiaprep.org.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-sandia-prep-school-february-22-2010-albuquerque-nm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100220T111500
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Santa Fe Greenhouses\, February 20\, 2010 - Santa Fe NM
DESCRIPTION:Brad will be speaking at 10 am and 2 pm on February 20\, 2010.\nSee below for the full seminar schedule.\nDates: Saturdays from January 9 to February 20\, 2010.\nLocation: Santa Fe Greenhouses\, 2904 Rufina St\, Santa Fe NM 87507\nCost: $7.50 per seminar with a $5 discount coupon for use in the SFG store.\nThere is also a Seminar Pass available for all 7 seminars for $35.\nFor more information: Call (505) 473-2700 or toll free (877) 811-2700\, or visit santafegreenhouses.com/events.php \nSanta Fe Greenhouses presents:\n “Plant it Together: Food\, Flowers and Fun” \nSeminar Schedule \n1/9/2010 @ 2pm\,  Xeriscaping is Green:  Integrating Food\, Flowers and Environmentally  Responsible Landscaping\nPresented by David  Salman\, President & Chief Horticulturist\, Santa Fe Greenhouses\nLearn how you can be  an eco-contributor with “green” xeriscaping. Discover the  essential connections in your garden and landscape between plant diversity\,  pollinators\, growing food and living soils that create the web of life.  This talk will provide practical information for creating a water thrifty  landscape that provides food\, beauty and enjoyment in an environmentally  friendly fashion.\n1/16/2010 @ 2pm\,  Designing Integrity: Natives and Edibles as Foundation Plants\nPresented by Christie Green\, Landscape Designer and Proprietress of Down to Earth\, LLC\nChristie Green will engage participants in the landscape design process with particular attention  to incorporating native and edible plant species as resilient\, useful  foundation plantings for all garden types and sizes. Ecological integrity  and ingenuity inform Christie’s designs; she will share suggestions  for approaching the landscape with fresh creativity.\n1/23/2010 @ 2pm\,  Vegetable Gardening Basics\nPresented by Jim Sais  – Horticultural Consultant and Co-host of NM Gardentalk on KKOB Radio\nGrowing a vegetable garden is healthful\, cost effective and rewarding.  One of New Mexico’s  favorite gardening teachers will discuss designing and planning your  veggie garden from seed choices to tried and true care and planting  techniques.\n1/30/2010 @ 2pm\, Building your Soil Naturally\nPresented by Greg Birkenfeld\, President of Soil Mender\nThe foundation of every  garden is healthy\, living soil.  Learn about adding natural and  organic soil amendments to develop rich and fertile soil.  Start  your garden right with Greg’s down and dirty soil secrets and reap the  benefits!\n2/6/2010 @ 2pm\, Junque Yards: Creative Gardening with Found Objects\nPresented by Scott Calhoun\, Author and Landscape Designer\nJoin award-winning gardening author Scott Calhoun as he shares his creative ideas on how to repurpose  found objects and use them in your landscape. Back by popular demand\,  Scott’s humor\, excellent photography and innovative sense of design  will entertain and inspire you to have fun in your garden. There will be a book signing following his talk.\n2/13/2010 @ 2pm\, Grow Your Own Fruit\nPresented by Ron Walser\,  Fruit specialist\, NMSU’s Agricultural Science Center at Los Lunas\nRon will share his 35  years of experience and knowledge in researching and organically growing  fruits and berry plants as the urban small farm specialist. Attendees  will come away with knowledge of the best techniques and fruit varieties  for Northern New Mexico.\n2/20/2010 @ 10am &  2pm\, Water Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond\nPresented by Brad  Lancaster\, Author/Integrated Systems Designer/Consultant\nIn his best-selling\,  award-winning books\, Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond\, Volume  1 and Volume 2\, Brad Lancaster encourages us to turn water scarcity  into water abundance by welcoming rainwater\, storm water runoff\, and  grey water into our lives\, landscape\, and soil.  Sharing techniques  and strategies from around the world\, some ancient\, some new\, from the  home scale to the neighborhood and community scale\, readers are empowered  to create their own integrated water-sustainable landscape plans\, and  implement them.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-new-mexico-xeriscape-expo-february-20-2010-santa-fe-nm/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Basics of Water Harvesting for Farmers & Market Gardeners\, February 19\, 2010 - Albuquerque NM
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is a part of the New Mexico Organic Farming Conference.\nFor more information about the conference\, including schedule and registration\, visit:\nwww.farmtotablenm.org/fts/new-mexico-organic-farming-conference-february-19-20/\n\nBrad’s talk is on Friday\, February 19\, 2010\, from 1:30 – 3 pm\nLocation: Marriott Pyramid\n5151 San Francisco Road NE\nAlbuquerque NM 87109\n\nWater Harvesting: Planting the Rain to Grow Abundance\nBrad Lancaster\, author of Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond\, Volumes 1 & 2\, is back by popular demand. Brad will cover the basic elements of harvesting rainwater\, from how to identify sources\, to understanding the flow of water\, to guiding water to its destination. The talk will focus on the principles of rainwater assessment and harvesting\, and the principles learned will be applicable to any situation from urban garden\, to orchard\, to ranch. Following his talk\, Brad will be available to sign copies of his book\, available for sale on site.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-basics-of-water-harvesting-for-farmers-market-gardeners-february-19-2010-albuquerque-nm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100218T200000
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program\, Greywater Harvesting Lecture\, February 18\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:**Note: This lecture is part of WMG’s Water Harvesting Certification Program for 2010\, and is not open to the general public.**\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.\nWatershed Management Group (WMG) is pleased to announce the upcoming Water Harvesting Certification courses for 2010 and call for applications. The WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is a hands-on training course to earn certification in water harvesting design and implementation. Our goal at WMG is to effectively transfer water harvesting knowledge to those who can teach these practices and utilize them in their professions. The aim of the certification program is to provide the highest quality training in integrative water harvesting offered in the nation.\nProgram Description\nThe WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is an intensive hands-on training program held in Tucson\, AZ. The program is geared towards educators\, professionals\, and community organizers seeking comprehensive instruction in water harvesting systems design and construction. This year marks our third year of the program.\nWMG offers two levels of certification: WMG Water Harvesting Certification (Level 1) and WMG Advanced Water Harvesting Certification (Level 2). WMG will teach two sections of Level 1 over eight weeks during January-March 2010\, and offer one section each of Level 1 and 2 during 9-day\, condensed courses in summer 2010. This announcement focuses on the Level 1 courses in January-March only.\nThe curriculum focuses on design in retrofitting urban areas. Participants will be trained in all aspects of planning\, installation\, and maintenance of water harvesting systems. All topics covered during the Level I training will be taught through classroom lectures\, on-site assessments\, applied homework assignments\, and implementation workshops. A typical week will include one 2-3 hour lecture on a weekday evening; and 4 to 8 hours of outside\, hands-on work and study on one weekend day. Outside work is generally scheduled for the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day. Each section will consist of 12 participants; one section will have their workshops primarily on Saturdays and the other will have their workshop primarily on Sundays. The two sections will join together for weekday lectures and the final exam.\nThe certification program will include the following:\no Lectures on each major topic\no Hands-on site assessments at the sites where projects will be implemented\no Training workshops where participants learn by constructing water harvesting systems at residential and commercial sites\no Reading and homework assignments to solidify knowledge gained in the hands-on workshops\no Final exam to earn certification\nWhat does Certification mean for me?\nThe certification course is designed and administered by WMG staff with assistance from an advisory board made up of professionals who teach and implement water harvesting practices. The lectures and trainings are taught by WMG staff and well-respected guest instructors. Certification signifies that the participant has received a thorough training and demonstrates a basic level of proficiency (assessed via written examination) in the topics outlined in the curriculum.\nParticipants who complete the Level 1 WMG Certification will be able to:\n~ Integrate water harvesting systems with other design considerations (energy conservation\, aesthetic design\, food production\, wildlife habitat\, etc.)\n~ Calculate runoff potential of catchment areas and run soil percolation tests\n~ Create a water budget and match water harvesting systems with appropriate landscaping\n~ Choose\, size\, and build appropriate earthworks features for different applications (basins\, berms\, swales\, French drains)\n~ Design greywater systems from laundry\, bathroom sink\, and bathroom shower water\n~ Build gravity-fed greywater system from laundry machine wastewater to irrigate landscape\n~ Size and build steel-culvert cistern\n~ Size and install plastic cistern\n~ Build sunken garden beds and improve soil for food production\n~ Design all of the above systems while incorporating safety and health considerations\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-wmgs-water-harvesting-certification-program-greywater-harvesting-lecture-february-18-2010-tucson-az/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100213
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: ProGreen Expo\, February 11\, 2010 (9:15-10:15 am) - Denver CO
DESCRIPTION:ProGreen Expo runs from February 9-12.\nDetails about Brad’s presentation:\nWater Harvesting to Turn Scarcity into Abundance\n\nThursday\, February 11\, 2010\n9:15 – 10:15 am\nRoom 603\n\nIntermediate/Advanced Class\nWater-harvesting principles and simple\, effective strategies to empower you to create integrated water-sustainable landscapes.  The harvest of rainwater\, greywater\, stormwater and air conditioning condensate will all be discussed. Low-cost\, passive\, dynamic strategies will be emphasized\, which can result in huge water savings\, local food security\, flood control\, summer cooling and more.\nLocation:\nColorado Conference Center\n700 14th St\, Denver\, Colorado\nFor the most current ProGreen EXPO info\, visit progreenexpo.com/index.html.\nQuestions? Please contact ProGreen EXPO at the numbers below with any questions or comments you may have.\nemail:info@progreenexpo.com\ntoll-free:\n(800) 397-6665 (EXPO)\nphone:\n(303) 756-1079 (Exhibitors)\n(720) 748-4872 (Seminars)
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-progreen-expo-february-9-12-2009-denver-co/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100228T173000
DTSTAMP:20100205T031149Z
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SUMMARY:Sonoran Permaculture Guild: 15th Annual Permaculture Design Course\, February 6 - March 21\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:The 15th Annual Permaculture Design Course\nRegistration for this course opens on September 1\, 2009\nFor complete details\, visit: www.sonoranpermaculture.org/courses-and-workshops/\nParticipants in the 14th Annual Design Course in 2008 pictured below.\n\nFive Weekends in February and March  –\nFeb. 6th\, 7th;\nFeb. 13th\, 14th\,\nFeb. 27th\, 28th;\nMar. 13th\, 14th;\nMar. 20th\, 21st\n9:00 AM to 5:30 PM each day.\nCost $650\, $595 for early registration (by December 31st). There is also\na class book fee of $39 for a copy of Introduction to Permaculture by Bill Mollison. Also highly recommended is Brad Lancaster’s Rainwater Harvesting for\nDrylands and Beyond\, Vol 1 and Vol 2.\nFor the last seven years this course has been full with a waiting list\, so early registration is encouraged. To give a high\nquality educational experience\, we limit the size of the class to eighteen participants. Contact dorsey@dakotacom.net or 624-8030 to register or see the information below for registration info and other FAQs.\nThis course is one of the longest running annual Permaculture courses in the U.S. and leads to a Permaculture design certificate. It covers all aspects of sustainable design with an emphasis on Southwest dry lands\, including a balance of hands on experience\, classroom time\, and design practicum. Dynamic exercises encourage pattern recognition\, noticing the links between plants and animals\, climate\, and landforms that make up natural ecosystems. These patterns are the basis for the Permaculture system of sustainable design.\nThe course focuses on dry land communities\, addressing individual site and neighborhood “problems” such as storm water flooding. Students learn to read the landscape\, to map and analyze energies flowing through a site\, and to develop integrated designs for sustainable systems. The weekend format of the course makes it easier for people who hold a week day job to attend and promotes better integration of the course material into daily life.\nCourse topics include agro forestry\, appropriate technology\, building design\, design principles and patterning\, site analysis\, dry land gardening principles\, ecosystem restoration\, philosophy and ethics of Permaculture\, regenerative community economics\, soils and erosion control\, village and community design\, water harvesting\, and many other topics.\nWe take field trips to working Permaculture sites around Tucson\, and you will have the chance throughout the course to design and begin implementing Permaculture on a site of your choosing. This course is challenging and fun\, and it shows the whole big picture of\nsustainable design in Southwest Dry lands and how sustainability and integrated design really work!\nSite: The classroom will be in the Central Tucson area\, and at other Permaculture sites in the Tucson area. Much of the class is held outdoors.\nTaught and facilitated by Dan Dorsey\, Brad Lancaster\, Barbara Rose\, and other teachers from the Sonoran Permaculture Guild\, as well as professional guest instructors. For teacher profiles see the members link on this website. To register and for more information contact Dan Dorsey\, course registrar\, at 624 8030 or dorsey@dakotacom.net?.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/sonoran-permaculture-guild-15th-annual-permaculture-design-course-february-6-march-21-2010-tucson-az/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100206T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100217T210000
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster et ali: Tucson Audubon's Landscaping for Wildlife and Sustainability Course\, Feb 6-17\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:February 6-17\, 2010\nThis course will be taught by Greg Corman of Gardening Insights and Paul Green and Kendall Kroesen of Tucson Audubon. Other great guest speakers\, including Brad Lancaster\, will participate as well.\nWhether you are a landscape designer or a backyard do-it-yourselfer\, you may be interested in Tucson Audubon’s “Landscaping for Wildlife and Sustainability” course. The course provides training to create landscapes that not only meet traditional landscaping goals\, but also provide food\, shelter and nesting opportunities for birds\, and that provide for the needs of other small urban wildlife (arthropods\, reptiles\, amphibians\, small mammals). Information is also provided on how landscapes can reduce use of potable water and energy\, capture carbon\, reduce pollution and cool our cities.\nThe course will help link you to native plant nurseries to ensure that we complete the circle between concept and installation.\nCourse Format\nThe next course will consist of four meetings: Saturday February 6\, Wednesday February 10\, Saturday February 13 and Wednesday February 17. Saturday meetings are 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (lunch provided). Wednesday meetings are 7 -9 p.m. The first meeting will be held at the Tucson Audubon Society Mason Center\, and other meetings will be the Tucson Audubon office in the Historic YWCA\, 738 N. 5th Ave.\, or at other locations.\nA plant list\, an optional reading list\, and other useful materials will be provided as part of the cost of the course. The course will need a minimum of 8 students\, but will be limited to a maximum of about 20.\nCost: $250\nTo sign up\, please send a deposit of $50 by January 20\, 2010 to hold your place. A considerable number of people have expressed an interest in the course. Please send deposits or full payment to Tucson Audubon\, Attn. Jean Barchman\, 300 E University Blvd\, #120\, Tucson\, AZ 85705.\nFor more information about signing up\, or to pay with a credit card\, contact Jean Barchman at 622-5622. Call for an email address to prevent spam.\nFor more information about the class\, contact Kendall Kroesen at (520) 206-9900 or (520) 971-2385 cell. Call for an email address to prevent spam.\nCourse Topics\nWhat ecological issues can we address through landscaping? Which birds are in Tucson and what are their habitat needs? How do we go beyond just using native plants to provide habitat for birds? Tucson Audubon’s landscaping course will consider these issues and many others\, including:\nProblems of current Tucson landscapes and solutions\nLocal bird diversity and what birds need\nPrinciples of sustainable design\nThe role of insects/arthropods\nRainwater harvesting and other hardscape issues\nNative plant diversity\, structure and density for wildlife\nNative plant availability in the nursery trade\nIrrigation strategies for plant establishment\nDesert garden aesthetics\nTucson Audubon’s landscape recognition program
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-et-ali-tucson-audubons-landscaping-for-wildlife-and-sustainability-course-feb-6-17-2010-tucson-az/
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group: Deadline for Applications for Phoenix Level 1 Water Harvesting Certification Course\, Spring 2010 - Phoenix AZ
DESCRIPTION:Water Harvesting Certification Program\nWatershed Management Group (WMG) is pleased to announce the first Water Harvesting Certification course to be held in Phoenix starting in March 2010.\nWMG’s Water Harvesting Certification is the only such program in the nation. The Certification program is a hands-on training course in water harvesting design and implementation\, and certification is earned by passing an exam at the end of the program.\nOur goal is to effectively transfer water-harvesting knowledge to those who can teach these practices and utilize them in their professions. The aim of the certification program is to provide the highest quality training in integrative water harvesting offered in the nation as well as create a standard benchmark to measure proficiency in these topics.\nWMG is partnering with Phoenix-based non-profit Arizona Home Grown Solutions to help plan and promote the Phoenix Level 1 Certification course.\nThe Phoenix-based Level 1 Certification Program will take place via 8 weekend intensive trainings beginning March 19 and finishing May 8\, 2010.\nFor the full course announcement and application\, please visit www.watershedmg.org/certification and scroll down to the Phoenix section.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/wmg-deadline-for-applications-for-phoenix-level-1-water-harvesting-certification-course-spring-2010-phoenix-az/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20100121T200000
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: WMG's Water Harvesting Certification Program\, Intro to Water Harvesting\, January 21\, 2010 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:**Note: This lecture is part of WMG’s Water Harvesting Certification Program for 2010\, and is not open to the general public.**\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.\nWatershed Management Group (WMG) is pleased to announce the upcoming Water Harvesting Certification courses for 2010 and call for applications. The WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is a hands-on training course to earn certification in water harvesting design and implementation. Our goal at WMG is to effectively transfer water harvesting knowledge to those who can teach these practices and utilize them in their professions. The aim of the certification program is to provide the highest quality training in integrative water harvesting offered in the nation.\nProgram Description\nThe WMG Water Harvesting Certification program is an intensive hands-on training program held in Tucson\, AZ. The program is geared towards educators\, professionals\, and community organizers seeking comprehensive instruction in water harvesting systems design and construction. This year marks our third year of the program.\nWMG offers two levels of certification: WMG Water Harvesting Certification (Level 1) and WMG Advanced Water Harvesting Certification (Level 2). WMG will teach two sections of Level 1 over eight weeks during January-March 2010\, and offer one section each of Level 1 and 2 during 9-day\, condensed courses in summer 2010. This announcement focuses on the Level 1 courses in January-March only.\nThe curriculum focuses on design in retrofitting urban areas. Participants will be trained in all aspects of planning\, installation\, and maintenance of water harvesting systems. All topics covered during the Level I training will be taught through classroom lectures\, on-site assessments\, applied homework assignments\, and implementation workshops. A typical week will include one 2-3 hour lecture on a weekday evening; and 4 to 8 hours of outside\, hands-on work and study on one weekend day. Outside work is generally scheduled for the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day. Each section will consist of 12 participants; one section will have their workshops primarily on Saturdays and the other will have their workshop primarily on Sundays. The two sections will join together for weekday lectures and the final exam.\nThe certification program will include the following:\no Lectures on each major topic\no Hands-on site assessments at the sites where projects will be implemented\no Training workshops where participants learn by constructing water harvesting systems at residential and commercial sites\no Reading and homework assignments to solidify knowledge gained in the hands-on workshops\no Final exam to earn certification\nWhat does Certification mean for me?\nThe certification course is designed and administered by WMG staff with assistance from an advisory board made up of professionals who teach and implement water harvesting practices. The lectures and trainings are taught by WMG staff and well-respected guest instructors. Certification signifies that the participant has received a thorough training and demonstrates a basic level of proficiency (assessed via written examination) in the topics outlined in the curriculum.\nParticipants who complete the Level 1 WMG Certification will be able to:\n~ Integrate water harvesting systems with other design considerations (energy conservation\, aesthetic design\, food production\, wildlife habitat\, etc.)\n~ Calculate runoff potential of catchment areas and run soil percolation tests\n~ Create a water budget and match water harvesting systems with appropriate landscaping\n~ Choose\, size\, and build appropriate earthworks features for different applications (basins\, berms\, swales\, French drains)\n~ Design greywater systems from laundry\, bathroom sink\, and bathroom shower water\n~ Build gravity-fed greywater system from laundry machine wastewater to irrigate landscape\n~ Size and build steel-culvert cistern\n~ Size and install plastic cistern\n~ Build sunken garden beds and improve soil for food production\n~ Design all of the above systems while incorporating safety and health considerations\nVisit watershedmg.org for more information\, or to download an application.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-wmgs-water-harvesting-certification-program-intro-to-water-harvesting-january-28-2010-tucson-az/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100104
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group: Application Deadline for Green Infrastructure Technical Training and Certification Course - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:Early registration deadline: November 22\, 2010\nUpdated Regular registration deadline: January 3\, 2011\n\nGreen Infrastructure Technical Training and Certification: Tucson\, January 20-22\, 2011\nWMG is pleased to announce its new Watershed Technical Training program\, which will kick\noff in January with an advanced Green Infrastructure training. Join professionals for this three-\nday\, hands-on workshop in Tucson and learn to bring these practices to your own community.\nCertification can be earned\, if desired\, after completing the course and passing the exam.\nGreen infrastructure refers to constructed features that use living\, natural systems to provide\nenvironmental services\, such as capturing\, cleaning and infiltrating stormwater; growing\nvegetation to shade and beautify streets and buildings; creating wildlife habitat; and calming\ntraffic.\nThis training includes design and hands-on implementation of vegetated basins and swales\, curb\ncuts\, and hardscape reduction in streets\, right-of-ways\, and parking lots. The course curriculum\nincludes:\n• Classroom lectures in assessment\, design\, policies\, funding\, and project coordination\n• Hands-on site assessments and design sessions\n• Two hands-on green infrastructure workshops\n• Tour of local green infrastructure sites\n• Optional certification exam after completing course\nTo register\, download the full course announcement and application on the Watershed Technical\nTrainings website at: www.watershedmg.org/tech-trainings. The course registration fee is\n$450\, and scholarships are available on a need basis. To earn attempt certification\, there is an\nadditional $75 fee to administer the exam. Applications are accepted first come first serve on a\nrolling basis\, with a final application deadline of January 3rd\, 2011.\nEight spots are available in the training.\nFor more information\, please contact Tory Syracuse at tsyracuse@watershedmg.org or 520-396-\n3266.\nWatershed  Management Group is a non-profit organization based in Tucson that  develops community-based solutions to ensure the long-term prosperity of  people and health of the environment.  WMG provides people with the knowledge\, skills\, and resources for sustainable livelihoods.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/watershed-management-group-application-deadline-for-watershed-technical-trainings-program-tucson-az/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20091219T120500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20091219T130000
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Interview on "Mrs Green Goes Mainstream\," December 19\, 2009 - Streaming Live on www.knst.com
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 19\, 2009\n12:05 pm\n\nMrs. Green Goes Mainstream\nThe FIRST EVER “green” radio talk show in Tucson                 airing Saturdays. Listen at 12:05 PM on NEWSTALK 790 KNST or click here to listen live. Mrs. Green interviews exciting and fun guests from all over the country covering every green topic you can imagine: solar\, fashion\, food\, gardening\, school programs\, alternative fuel\, organic wines\, green golf courses\, sustainability. It’s all on the list! Bringing her passion and energy to the show\, Mrs. Green asks “what if living green can be fun?” Listeners from all over the country can call in to talk to Mrs. Green or ask questions of her guests. The KNST phone number is 520-880-KNST (5678).
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-mrs-green-goes-mainstream-december-19-2009-streaming-live-on-www-knst-com/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20091121T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20091121T170000
DTSTAMP:20091016T042210Z
CREATED:20091016T042210Z
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group: Right-of-Way Water Harvesting Workshop\, November 21\, 2009 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:Right-of-Way Water Harvesting Workshop\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2009\n12:30 pm – 5 pm\nJoin Watershed Management Group (WMG) to learn how to harvest stormwater from neighborhood streets! As part of WMG’s and Rincon Heights’ model program to improve water quality in urban neighborhoods\, we’ll be shaping basins and swales\, laying rock work and gravel\, and planting native vegetation. This workshop will be of particular interest to those who want to learn more about working in the City of Tucson’s right-of-way (between sidewalk and curb) to harvest rain water from adjacent properties\, sidewalks\, and from street runoff via curb cuts. The workshop will include information on city requirements\, and hands-on practice working within this valuable and often overlooked public space.  Instruction in Spanish will be available.\nThere is space for 15 people at this free\, public workshop. To reserve your spot\, please RSVP (required) to:\n\nJames MacAdam\n520-396-3266\njames@watershedmg.org
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/james-macadam-right-of-way-water-harvesting-workshop-tucson-az-november-21-2009/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091116
DTSTAMP:20090107T033239Z
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SUMMARY:Craig Sponholtz: Applied Watershed Restoration\, November 13-15\, 2009 - Eastern Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Nov. 13-15\, 2009\nDouble Circle Ranch\,\nUpper Eagle Creek Watershed\,\neastern Arizona\nFREE\nMore info to come. Contact Wilma Jenkins for more info at doublecircleranch@hughes.net.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/applied-watershed-restoration-with-craig-sponholtz-eastern-arizona/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Greenbuild 2009 Residential Summit\, Nov 12-13\, 2009 - Phoenix\, AZ
DESCRIPTION:Greenbuild 2009 Residential Summit\nBuilding on last year’s success in Boston\, the Greenbuild Residential Summit is a unique event that brings together leaders in the residential green building industry for two days of information sessions\, networking\, and sharing of best practices.\nThis year’s multi-day Summit will feature targeted educational tracks\, covering topics from affordable housing to large-scale multi-family development\, in addition to two inspiring keynote sessions.\nWe hope to see you there!\nBrad will be speaking at a Residential Summit Educational Session on Thursday\, November 12\, at 10 am.\nVisit the Greenbuild website for more information or to register.
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/brad-lancaster-greenbuild-2009-residential-summit-nov-12-13-2009-phoenix-az/
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SUMMARY:Watershed Management Group: Right-of-Way Water Harvesting Workshop\, October 24\, 2009 - Tucson AZ
DESCRIPTION:Right-of-Way Water Harvesting Workshop\nSaturday\, October 24\, 2009\n8 am – 12:30 pm\nJoin Watershed Management Group (WMG) to learn how to harvest stormwater from neighborhood streets! As part of WMG’s and Rincon Heights’ model program to improve water quality in urban neighborhoods\, we’ll be shaping basins and swales\, laying rock work and gravel\, and planting native vegetation. This workshop will be of particular interest to those who want to learn more about working in the City of Tucson’s right-of-way (between sidewalk and curb) to harvest rain water from adjacent properties\, sidewalks\, and from street runoff via curb cuts. The workshop will include information on city requirements\, and hands-on practice working within this valuable and often overlooked public space.  Instruction in Spanish will be available.\nThere is space for 15 people at this free\, public workshop. To reserve your spot\, please RSVP (required) to:\nJames MacAdam\n520-396-3266\njames@watershedmg.org
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/james-macadam-right-of-way-water-harvesting-workshop-tucson-az-october-24-2009/
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SUMMARY:Brad Lancaster: Annual Meeting of CA Assoc of Resource Conservation & Development Councils\, October 21-23\, 2009 - Nevada City\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Brad will be speaking from 10 – 11 am on Thursday\, October 22.\nVisit www.cedcal.com/carc-dc-conference/ to view the information below or to register. \nCalifornia Association of\nResource Conservation & Development Councils\n Fall 2009 Conference\nRegister now!\nThe 2009 CARC&DC Fall Conference offers an exciting array of presenters who will provide inter-connected perspectives on issues important to resource managers\, community leaders\, policy makers and anyone concerned about resource management and utilization in our existing limited resource environment.\nThe first day will provide real examples of conservation and applied economic principals that can make huge differences in the lives of our citizens while enhancing our natural resources.  The afternoon will include a tour of a sustainable farming operation\, a sustainable ranching operation and a local Mobile Poultry Processing Trailer.  The day will end with a visit/reception at the Loma Rica Ranch\, a 452 acre ranch being developed as a green community designed to provide residents with essential goods and services within a community framework.  To view this 21st century model community for sustainable living\, you may wish to visit www.lomaricaranch.com.\nThe Conference speakers chosen to present will provide an array of insights that offer challenging perspectives for future economic growth and environmental stewardship.  From alternative energy development to optimizing the utilization of our natural resources our speakers will stimulate and challenge our personal and organizational thinking.\nPartnering for organizational sustainability will be a common thread of our discussions.  With increasing demands on our natural resources ideas for positive change and action will be presented.  These ideas can be the beginning of innovative actions for your local communities. \nRegistration Information\n(Registration Deadline 10/14/2009)\nConference: October 21 & 22\, 2009\, $195\nBusiness Meeting: October 23\, 2009\, included\nNo refunds will be given after October 14\, 2009\nClick here to register online or print registration form. \nLodging Information\n(Call by 10/10/2009)\nNorthern Queen Inn\n400 Railroad Avenue\nNevada City\, CA 95959\n(800) 226-3090\n(530) 265-5824 \nSpeakers & Seminars\nJoan Smith Freeman\, President\, NARC&DC\nComments: National RC&D Association Perspective\nGayle Norman\, Acting NRCS State Conservationist\nComments: The NRCS Perspective\nGlenda Humiston\, State Director\, Rural Development\nComments: Developing a Strong Partnering Relationship b/t Rural Development and RC&D’s\nDonna Hunter\, Director of Education\nNational Association of RC&D Councils\, WA DC\nPresentation: Non-Profit Management for Directors\nJim Nielson\, CA Assemblyman\, District 2\nAlternative Energy in California\nBrad Lancaster\, HarvestingRainwater.com\nPresentation: Water Harvesting to Turn Drains into Sponges and Scarcity into Abudance\nDr. John Balachandra\, President\, Energeon Power\, Inc.\nPresentation: The Impending Revolution in Pyrolysis Technology Use in CA\nDr. Robert L. Bugg\, Consulting Entomologist\, Davis\, CA\nPresentation: Bio-diversifying The California Farm\nRC&D Success Stories:\nModerated by: Jim Kocsis\, NRCS State Program Manager\nFour stories of RC&D Successes in achieving significant results important to local communities\nImplementation Discussion:\nProviding Farm Energy Audits in California:\nAuditor Certifications through the RC&D Councils being planned for CY 2010 \nQuestions: Please Contact\nCARC&DC c/o CSV RC&D\nP.O. Box 606\, Orland\, CA 95963\nPhone: (530) 865-5058\nFax: (530) 865-8528\nE-mail: council@csvrcd.com
URL:https://www.harvestingrainwater.com/event/annual-meeting-of-ca-assoc-of-resource-conservation-development-councils-with-brad-lancaster-nevada-city-ca/
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