WINTERgreen
2010
Workshops
WINTERschool
SPRINKLER SYSTEM SCHEDULING MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR LANDSCAPE
WORKSHOP IRRIGATION WORKSHOP
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8:00 am - 12:00 pm in Room 6B 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm in Room 6B
Registration Option U Registration Option V
Irrigation Association Ed Klaas, CLIA, CGIA, EPA WaterSense Partner – Southern Sprinkler
Landscapers, irrigators and grounds maintenance person- Systems, LLC and GGIA Irrigation & Water Division
nel can learn how to set up a watering schedule using irrigation Water efficiency and additional conservation measures are
controllers on automatic systems. Discover simple, clear and now a fact of life in Georgia. If the recent past is any indication,
accurate scheduling techniques. Topics include evapotranspira- they will become even more so in the near future. Since certi-
tion rates, root zones, soil types and precipitation rates. fication and licensing are not yet required it is more important
• Includes: Half day of instruction, manual, and handouts. than ever to have a broad and basic understanding of the mini-
• Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of sprinkler system compo mum standards that ALL irrigation systems must have.
nents and their operation, in addition to familiarity with
irrigation controllers. “Irrigation System Installation and Anyone that designs, installs, repairs or maintains an irrigation
Maintenance” is a good precursor. system needs to know what components and criteria an effi-
cient irrigation system must have. Come learn what you can do
Fee: GGIA or IA Members $120, Non-member $145 to ensure that you are maximizing efficiency and making wise
use of our limited resource. Topics will include design, instal-
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Earn 4 CEUs from IA
lation and maintenance criteria, EPA WaterSense as well as
nation, state and local policies that are impacting our industry.
• Includes: Instruction, PowerPoint presentation and handouts.
• Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of sprinkler system compo
nents and their operation as well as a desire to learn and ac-
DESIGNING THE SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE
tively participate.
WORKSHOP
There is no cost to attend this seminar, but please check Option V so that
8:30 am - 4:30 pm in Room 2A
we can plan appropriately.
Registration Option W
Hands-On Workshop, Maximum attendees: 12
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Earn 3.5 CEUs from IA
Dr. Richard Ludwig and Bill Slack
This workshop provides extensive hands-on training in
creating environmentally-friendly residential and commercial
landscapes. We move from the basics to a ‘sustainable’ master
plan in one day!

In addition to dramatically improving design skills, participants
will learn how to attract and sell to the eco-savvy client. The
cost includes a landscape design booklet packed with tips and
strategies and the following drafting supplies: circle templates,
45-45-90 triangle, drafting pencils, erasing shield, eraser, other
basic drafting equipment. SAVE YOUR
TIME!
Register online
instead of in line
at the show.
Visit ggia.org
Thank you to Monrovia
by January 8 and
Growers for their generous
receive your badge
sponsorship of the Thursday
in the mail.
Evening Awards Reception.
SILENT AUCTION ENDS 1:00 pm
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