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Free Community Sustainability Workshop from TreePeople

Community Sustainability Workshops


We offer FREE, quarterly Community Sustainability Workshops for people ready to take on the role of making their community more sustainable. Training events are held at TreePeople’s Center for Community Forestry. Reservations are required.


Choose from a variety of trainings:


 Rainwater Harvesting

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Harvesting rain is an effective and easy way to conserve water. Learn how simple changes to your yard will maximize water retention and absorption. Adopting rainwater harvesting techniques will save you money and transform your yard into a functioning rainwater garden.


Native Plants and Turf Reduction

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Manage water properly by planting native species and reducing thirsty landscapes. Learn how Southern California natives and a more efficient irrigation system will conserve water and result in a climate-appropriate garden!


Citizen Forestry: Tree Planting


Thinking about planting a tree or trees in your yard? That's great!
Trees provide our communities with innumerable benefits. Learn the necessary steps and proper techniques to plant trees in your neighborhood.


Outreach Leader Training


Be the face of TreePeople at public events! Introduce people to how TreePeople serves Los Angeles and explain all the ways they can get involved. Enthusiastic, outgoing and passionate leaders wanted! 


L o c a t i o n: Coldwater Canyon Park


P r o v i d e d:Workshop materials Light breakfast and snacks


R e g i s t r a t i o n   i s   r e q u i r e d- To register, visit our online calendar at www.treepeople.org/calendar 


R e g i s t r a t i o n   D e a d l i n e:Wednesday, November 7, 2012

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