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SUMMARY:Winter 2024 Professional Online Course
DESCRIPTION:This Professional Rain Gardener Program will certify you to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide feedback\, which will enable you to design and install rain gardens. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis five-week course is open to landscape professionals and contractors that provide services to Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants in the professional certification track will be required to pass a final exam and either participate in a field day (public rain garden installation) or install a residential rain garden. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. Professionals will also have to option to be listed on a public website of Northeast Ohio Professional Master Rain Gardeners that will be maintained by and held on partner websites. \nThe Professional Certification is geared toward landscape professionals and contractors looking to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Your Master Rain Gardener Professional Certification can be used to promote your expertise and as a selling point for your business. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with an opportunity to join virtual Q&A sessions each week!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/winter-2024-professional-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240309
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SUMMARY:Winter 2024 Residential Online Course
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis five-week course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants are required to install their own rain garden\, adopt a public rain garden\, or participate in a rain garden installation field day to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with the opportunity to join virtual Q&A sessions each week! \nNeed-based scholarships are available! \nWe are committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive program that is accessible to all Ohio residents. Please reach out to Nicole Hildebrand (nhildebrand@crwp.org) to learn more about our scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/winter-2024-residential-online-course/
CATEGORIES:Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916
DTSTAMP:20260410T090212
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SUMMARY:Fall 2023 Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. At the end of this 5-class course\, you will become a Master Rain Gardener! \nThis Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by capturing rain from a roof\, driveway\, sidewalk or yard and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nCost $50.00 \nScholarships Available: Based on need\, the course can be offered for as low as $10. Contact Kate at kchapel@cuyahogaswcd.org for more information. \nThis five-class course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants are required to install their own rain garden or adopt a public rain garden for at least a year to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with live Q&A sessions every week Fridays at noon! \nRegister for class here.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/fall-2023-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Chapel":MAILTO:kchapel@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230706T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090212
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SUMMARY:Summer 2023 In-Person Professional Course
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your clients’ yards. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nParticipants in the professional certification track will be required to pass a final exam and either participate in a field day (public rain garden installation) or install a residential rain garden. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. Professionals will also have to option to be listed on a public website of Northeast Ohio Professional Master Rain Gardeners that will be maintained by and held on partner websites. \nThe Professional Certification is geared toward landscape professionals and contractors looking to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Your Master Rain Gardener Professional Certification can be used to promote your expertise and as a selling point for your business. \n2023 In-person Course Dates: \n• Class 1: Thursday\, July 6\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 2: Thursday\, July 13\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 3: Thursday\, July 20\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 4: Thursday\, July 27\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 5: Thursday\, August 10\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n*Light refreshments will be provided. There will be optional field trips to nearby rain gardens and a native plant nursery after each class! \nUnable to make all the classes? A hybrid option is available! \nWe offer an online course that follows the same content as the in-person course. If you need to miss any classes\, you watch the online portion to keep up to date.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/summer-2022-in-person-professional-course-2/
LOCATION:Watershed Stewardship Center\, 2277 West Ridgewood Drive\, Parma\, OH\, 44134\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230706T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090212
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SUMMARY:Summer 2023 In-Person Residential Course
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your own yard. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance.  \nThe Residential Certification is geared toward homeowners who would like to install a rain garden in their own yard and serve as the neighborhood expert on rain gardens.  \n2023 In-person Course Dates:  \n• Class 1: Thursday\, July 6\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 2: Thursday\, July 13\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 3: Thursday\, July 20\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 4: Thursday\, July 27\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n• Class 5: Thursday\, August 10\, 2023. 10:00 am-1:00 pm* \n*Light refreshments will be provided. There will be optional field trips to nearby rain gardens and a native plant nursery after each class! \nUnable to make all the classes? A hybrid option is available!  \nWe offer an online course that follows the same content as the in-person course. If you need to miss any classes\, you watch the online portion to keep up to date. \nNeed-based scholarships are available! \nWe are committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive program that is accessible to all Ohio residents. Please reach out to Sarah Brunot (sbrunot@crwp.org) to learn more about our scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/summer-2023-in-person-residential-course/
LOCATION:Watershed Stewardship Center\, 2277 West Ridgewood Drive\, Parma\, OH\, 44134\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230505T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230505T150000
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SUMMARY:MRG Field Day at Rice Library
DESCRIPTION:MRG students\, volunteers\, and instructors will be installing a public rain garden from start to finish in one day at Rice Library in Cleveland in partnership with the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership! Participation is limited\, so please reach out to Sarah Brunot at sbrunot@crwp.org if you’re interested in attending. \nRain date: May 12\, 2023
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/mrg-field-day-at-rice-library/
LOCATION:Cleveland Public Library – Rice Branch\, 11535 Shaker Blvd.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230429T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090212
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SUMMARY:Rain Gardens 101 at Rice Library
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership and Chagrin River Watershed Partners to discover how rain gardens work\, how they can help with localized water issues\, and what it takes to install one in your own yard. You’ll also learn more about the Northeast Ohio Master Rain Gardener program and how you can become a Master Rain Gardener! Registration isn’t required\, but we’d love to know if you plan to join us! RSVP at the link below. DBWP staff will share information about the Doan Brook watershed and the class will be taught by CRWP Senior Project Manager and MRG Instructor\, Laura Bonnell.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/rain-gardens-101-at-rice-library/
LOCATION:Cleveland Public Library – Rice Branch\, 11535 Shaker Blvd.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230301T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20221207T170637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T191540Z
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SUMMARY:Late-Winter 2023 In-Person Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden! Share your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. \nThis Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by capturing rain from a roof\, driveway\, sidewalk or yard and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nCost $75.00 \nScholarships Available: Based on need\, the course can be offered for as low as $10. Contact Kate Chapel at kchapel@cuyahogaswcd.org for more information. \nThis five-class course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be held in person on Wednesdays from 10am – 1pm at the South Euclid Community Center in South Euclid\, OH: \n\nMarch 1 – Introduction to rain gardens\, stormwater\, and watersheds\nMarch 8 – Location\, sizing\, and soil considerations\nMarch 15 – Digging and Drawing\nMarch 22 – Plant selection and design\nMarch 29 – By-week to give you time to finalize your designs and presentations\nApril 5 – Graduation Day! Provide your final design\, option to present to the class\, field trip to a public rain garden\n\nParticipants are required to install their own rain garden\, adopt a public rain garden\, rehab a rain garden\, or participate in a rain garden installation field day to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/late-winter-2023-in-person-course/
LOCATION:South Euclid Community Center\, 1370 Victory Dr\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44121\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Chapel":MAILTO:kchapel@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T182137Z
UID:506-1675036800-1678492799@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Winter 2023 Professional Online Course
DESCRIPTION:This Professional Rain Gardener Program will certify you to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide feedback\, which will enable you to design and install rain gardens. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis five-week course is open to landscape professionals and contractors that provide services to Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants in the professional certification track will be required to pass a final exam and either participate in a field day (public rain garden installation) or install a residential rain garden. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. Professionals will also have to option to be listed on a public website of Northeast Ohio Professional Master Rain Gardeners that will be maintained by and held on partner websites. \nThe Professional Certification is geared toward landscape professionals and contractors looking to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Your Master Rain Gardener Professional Certification can be used to promote your expertise and as a selling point for your business. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with virtual office hours each week!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/winter-2023-professional-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
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UID:504-1675036800-1678492799@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Winter 2023 Residential Online Course
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis five-week course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants are required to install their own rain garden\, adopt a public rain garden\, or participate in a rain garden installation field day to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with live office hours each week! \nNeed-based scholarships are available! \nWe are committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive program that is accessible to all Ohio residents. Please reach out to Sarah Brunot (sbrunot@crwp.org) to learn more about our scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/winter-2023-residential-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kaylee Acres Eclov":MAILTO:kacres@crwp.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221008
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210826T134658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T195935Z
UID:281-1662336000-1665187199@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Fall 2022 Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. At the end of this 5-class course\, you will become a Master Rain Gardener! \nThis Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by capturing rain from a roof\, driveway\, sidewalk or yard and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nCost $50.00 \nScholarships Available: Based on need\, the course can be offered for as low as $10. Contact Jared at 216-524-6580 ext 1003 for more information. \nThis five-class course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants are required to install their own rain garden or adopt a public rain garden for at least a year to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with live Q&A sessions every week Fridays at noon! \nRegister for class here.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/fall-2022-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jared Bartley":MAILTO:jbartley@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220803T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20220304T175147Z
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SUMMARY:Summer 2022 In-Person Professional Course
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your clients’ yards. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nParticipants in the professional certification track will be required to pass a final exam and either participate in a field day (public rain garden installation) or install a residential rain garden. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. Professionals will also have to option to be listed on a public website of Northeast Ohio Professional Master Rain Gardeners that will be maintained by and held on partner websites. \nThe Professional Certification is geared toward landscape professionals and contractors looking to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Your Master Rain Gardener Professional Certification can be used to promote your expertise and as a selling point for your business. \n2022 In-person Course Dates: \n• Class 1: Wednesday\, August 3\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 2: Wednesday\, August 10\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 3: Wednesday\, August 17\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 4: Wednesday\, August 24\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 5: Wednesday\, September 7\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n*Light refreshments will be provided \nUnable to make all the classes? A hybrid option is available! \nWe offer an online course that follows the same content as the in-person course. If you need to miss any classes\, you watch the online portion to keep up to date.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/summer-2022-in-person-professional-course/
LOCATION:Penitentiary Glen Reservation\, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Rd\, Willoughby\, OH\, 44094\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Bonnell":MAILTO:lbonnell@crwp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220803T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20220304T174723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T182950Z
UID:432-1659520800-1662559200@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Summer 2022 In-Person Residential Course
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your own yard. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance.  \nThe Residential Certification is geared toward homeowners who would like to install a rain garden in their own yard and serve as the neighborhood expert on rain gardens.  \n2022 In-person Course Dates:  \n• Class 1: Wednesday\, August 3\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 2: Wednesday\, August 10\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 3: Wednesday\, August 17\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 4: Wednesday\, August 24\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n• Class 5: Wednesday\, September 7\, 2022. 10:00 am-2:00 pm* \n*Light refreshments will be provided \nUnable to make all the classes? A hybrid option is available!  \nWe offer an online course that follows the same content as the in-person course. If you need to miss any classes\, you watch the online portion to keep up to date. \nNeed-based scholarships are available! \nWe are committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive program that is accessible to all Ohio residents. Please reach out to Olivia Drabiak (odrabiak@crwp.org) to learn more about our scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/summer-2022-in-person-residential-course/
LOCATION:Penitentiary Glen Reservation\, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Rd\, Willoughby\, OH\, 44094\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Bonnell":MAILTO:lbonnell@crwp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220502T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20211222T153611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T222807Z
UID:395-1651485600-1654524000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Spring 2022 In Person Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. At the end of this 5-class course\, you will become a Master Rain Gardener! \nThis Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by capturing rain from a roof\, driveway\, sidewalk or yard and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nCost $75.00 \nScholarships Available: Based on need\, the course can be offered for as low as $10. Contact Jared at 216-524-6580 ext 1003 for more information. \nThis five-class course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be held in person at the Cleveland Metroparks West Creek Reservation Watershed Stewardship Center in Parma Ohio: \n\nMonday\, May 2nd: 10 am to 2 pm\nMonday\, May 9th: 10 am to 2 pm\nMonday\, May 16th: 10 am to 2 pm\nMonday\, May 23rd: 10 am to 2 pm\nMonday\, June 6th: 10 am to 2 pm\n\nParticipants are required to install their own rain garden or adopt a public rain garden for at least a year to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. \nRegister for class here.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/spring-2022-in-person-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jared Bartley":MAILTO:jbartley@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220312
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210830T135120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T171522Z
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SUMMARY:Winter 2022 Professional Online Course - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:This Professional Rain Gardener Program will certify you to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback\, which will enable you to design and install rain gardens. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis five-week course is open to landscape professionals and contractors that provide services to Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants in the professional certification track will be required to pass a final exam and either participate in a field day (public rain garden installation) or install a residential rain garden. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. Professionals will also have to option to be listed on a public website of Northeast Ohio Professional Master Rain Gardeners that will be maintained by and held on partner websites. \nThe Professional Certification is geared toward landscape professionals and contractors looking to install rain gardens professionally on residential properties. Your Master Rain Gardener Professional Certification can be used to promote your expertise and as a selling point for your business. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with optional live Q&A sessions each week!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/winter-2022-professional-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Bonnell":MAILTO:lbonnell@crwp.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220312
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210830T134326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T171509Z
UID:302-1643587200-1647043199@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Winter 2022 Residential Online Course - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:This Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to install rain gardens on a residential scale. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback\, which will enable you to design and install your own rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis five-week course is open to residents of Northeast Ohio and will be taken online. Participants are required to install their own rain garden or adopt a public rain garden for at least a year to receive certification. Graduates will receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt\, a yard sign\, and a certificate of completion. \nRecorded class webinars can be watched at your convenience with optional live Q&A sessions each week! \nNeed-based scholarships are available! \nWe are committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive program that is accessible to all Ohio residents. Please reach out to Olivia Drabiak (odrabiak@crwp.org) to learn more about our scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/winter-residential-online-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Bonnell":MAILTO:lbonnell@crwp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211201T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210826T192334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T143949Z
UID:297-1638345600-1638378000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Master Rain Gardener Self Paced Online Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nRain gardens capture and soak in rainwater that runs off hard surfaces like roofs and driveways while filtering pollutants that would otherwise flow to our storm drains and into our creeks and streams. \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. \nThere are five classes. Watch videos for each class and do the homework. By the end you have your rain garden all planned out\, and you are ready to dig\, build a rain garden and become a Master Rain Gardener! \n\nCost: $50 Click Here to Register\n\nClass videos will be hosted online and can be viewed at your own pace. Register below to get started. \nRequirements: \nParticipants must view all course online content\, and then either plant a new rain garden\, rehab a rain garden\, or adopt a public rain garden to receive their Master RAIN Gardener certificate. \nAll graduates receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/master-rain-gardener-self-paced-online-class-4/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jared Bartley":MAILTO:jbartley@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211120T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20211114T133626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211114T133821Z
UID:377-1637398800-1637409600@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer at Food Strong Rain Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join SWCD staff to help prepare the newly installed rain garden for winter. If we get done early we can help out with other farm priorities. \nCoit Road Farmers Market has Volunteer events every 3rd Saturday of the month: \nPlease come out and help us get the Coit Road Farmers Market and Urban Farm renovated and beautified! We will be working on cleaning\, repairing\, and organizing the market. \nWe will be convening in larger groups outdoors as well as requiring masks. \nThis is a great opportunity for groups\, organizations\, and youth to get community service hours and give back!\nIf you have any questions\, please call 216-640-0342 or email info@foodstrong.org . \nFor more Food Strong Events visit: https://www.foodstrong.org/event-calendar
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/volunteer-at-food-strong-rain-garden/
LOCATION:The urban farm across from the Coit Road Farmer’s Market at 15000 Woodworth Rd\, Cleveland\, OH 44110\, 15000 Woodworth Rd\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44110
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Hiser":MAILTO:ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211101T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210826T192227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T192227Z
UID:295-1635753600-1635786000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Master Rain Gardener Self Paced Online Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nRain gardens capture and soak in rainwater that runs off hard surfaces like roofs and driveways while filtering pollutants that would otherwise flow to our storm drains and into our creeks and streams. \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. \nThere are five classes. Watch videos for each class and do the homework. By the end you have your rain garden all planned out\, and you are ready to dig\, build a rain garden and become a Master Rain Gardener! \n\nCost: $50 Click Here to Register\n\nClass videos will be hosted online and can be viewed at your own pace. Register below to get started. \nRequirements: \nParticipants must view all course online content\, and then either plant a new rain garden\, rehab a rain garden\, or adopt a public rain garden to receive their Master RAIN Gardener certificate. \nAll graduates receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/master-rain-gardener-self-paced-online-class-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211002T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210902T170312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T140731Z
UID:334-1633161600-1633176000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:The Temple-Tifereth Native Garden Installation
DESCRIPTION:Join Cuyahoga SWCD and The Temple-Tifereth to create a memorial garden for Joe Newman in Beachwood Ohio. While not a rain garden\, this planting plan will include many plants that do well in rain gardens. Come help plant and learn! \nEmail Elizabeth to RSVP: ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/temple-tifereth-native-garden-installation/
LOCATION:The Temple-Tifereth Israel\, 26000 Shaker Blvd\,\, Beachwood\, Ohio\, 44122
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Hiser":MAILTO:ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211001T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210826T191506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T192105Z
UID:287-1633075200-1633107600@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Master Rain Gardener Self Paced Online Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nRain gardens capture and soak in rainwater that runs off hard surfaces like roofs and driveways while filtering pollutants that would otherwise flow to our storm drains and into our creeks and streams. \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. \nThere are five classes. Watch videos for each class and do the homework. By the end you have your rain garden all planned out\, and you are ready to dig\, build a rain garden and become a Master Rain Gardener! \n\nCost: $50 Click Here to Register\n\nClass videos will be hosted online and can be viewed at your own pace. Register below to get started. \nRequirements: \nParticipants must view all course online content\, and then either plant a new rain garden\, rehab a rain garden\, or adopt a public rain garden to receive their Master RAIN Gardener certificate. \nAll graduates receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/master-rain-gardener-self-paced-online-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210925T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210902T170006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T170006Z
UID:331-1632560400-1632571200@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Rain Garden and Native Plant Install - Westlake
DESCRIPTION:Come help install a rain garden and native plant beds at the Lee Burneson Middle School in Westlake! Site is prepped and ready for planting and mulch! Students and parents will be on site to assist as well. \nRain Date: 9/26 same time \nEmail Elizabeth to RSVP: ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/rain-garden-and-native-plant-install-westlake/
LOCATION:Lee Burneson Middle School\, 2260 Dover Center Rd\,\, Westlak\,\, Ohio\, 44145
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Hiser":MAILTO:ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210910T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210910T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210902T132613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T132646Z
UID:318-1631269800-1631273400@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Rain Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Meg Shay and Lake County master gardeners for a tour of Meg’s rain garden built in fall of 2019 and planted spring of 2020.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/rain-garden-tour-2/
LOCATION:5670 Birdie Lane\, Mentor\, Ohio\, 5670 Birdie Lane\, Mentor\, OH\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Hiser":MAILTO:ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210901T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210826T192122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T192137Z
UID:293-1630483200-1630515600@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Master Rain Gardener Self Paced Online Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nRain gardens capture and soak in rainwater that runs off hard surfaces like roofs and driveways while filtering pollutants that would otherwise flow to our storm drains and into our creeks and streams. \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. \nThere are five classes. Watch videos for each class and do the homework. By the end you have your rain garden all planned out\, and you are ready to dig\, build a rain garden and become a Master Rain Gardener! \n\nCost: $50 Click Here to Register\n\nClass videos will be hosted online and can be viewed at your own pace. Register below to get started. \nRequirements: \nParticipants must view all course online content\, and then either plant a new rain garden\, rehab a rain garden\, or adopt a public rain garden to receive their Master RAIN Gardener certificate. \nAll graduates receive a Master Rain Gardener t-shirt!
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/master-rain-gardener-self-paced-online-class-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210828T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210820T124433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T124433Z
UID:257-1630159200-1630170000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Rain Garden Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join TCWP and Summit SWCD at Matthew Thomas Park to care for the local rain garden! \n6737 Olde 8 Rd\, Hudson\, OH 44236 \nWe will be removing weeds and planting new native species. Come and go as you please\, but please wear close-toed shoes\, bring water\, and consider sunscreen and biting insects. \nBy registering for this event\, you sign TCWP’s wavier. \nReach out to Kate Chapel (kchapel@tinkerscreekwatershed.org) for questions or more info.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/rain-garden-field-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210828T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210828T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210817T200656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T200656Z
UID:247-1630159200-1630164600@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Rain Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Mark Brody for a tour of his two rain gardens in Parma. Email Elizabeth to sign up.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/rain-garden-tour/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Hiser":MAILTO:ehiser@cuyahogaswcd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210823T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210816T174444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T134912Z
UID:178-1629705600-1629738000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Fall Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn to design\, dig and plant your own rain garden!! \nShare your knowledge and become your community’s expert on rain gardens. At the end of this 5-session course\, you will become a Master Rain Gardener! Rain gardens capture and soak in rainwater that runs off hard surfaces like roofs and driveways while filtering pollutants that would otherwise flow to our storm drains and into our creeks and streams. \nHosted by Cuyahoga SWCD\, Lake SWCD\, and Chagrin River Watershed Partners. \nInstructors: Elizabeth Hiser and Amy Roskilly – Cuyahoga SWCD\, Natalie Gertz-Young – Lake SWCD\, Laura Bonnell\, Chagrin River Watershed Partners. \nRain gardens work with nature to collect and filter rainwater that runs off impervious surfaces like rooftops and driveways. Impervious surfaces lead to increases in surface runoff and often result in increased flooding and stream bank erosion. As water travels over impervious surfaces it also has the potential to pick up pollutants. Polluted stormwater runoff enters our rivers and lakes and is one of the leading threats to water quality in the U.S. \nThis Master Rain Gardener Program will teach you how to manage rain water in your own yard. Rain gardens naturally manage stormwater by infiltrating precipitation and allowing it to soak into the ground rather than sending it directly to storm sewers and nearby streams untreated. Experienced instructors will provide customized feedback which will enable you to design and install a rain garden. Topics will include site assessment\, soil analysis\, design\, construction\, plant selection\, mulching\, and maintenance. \nThis 5 week course can be taken online and is offered as 5 weekly modules\, allowing for more flexibility for those who are unable to attend the in-person classes. All participants will be required to complete five weeks of online course content and hands-on assignments and weekly quizzes. \nThe Residential Certification is geared toward homeowners who would like to install a rain garden in their own yard and serve as the neighborhood expert on rain gardens. This is a great educational extension program for Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists as well. To earn this certification\, participants must complete the online 5-week course and install their own rain garden or adopt a public rain garden. Participants will receive a certificate and Master Rain Gardener T-shirt upon course completion. \n 
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/fall-online-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210818T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090213
CREATED:20210816T173745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T173745Z
UID:173-1629280800-1629900000@neomasterraingardener.org
SUMMARY:Summer In-Person Course
DESCRIPTION:2021 In-Person Course Dates: \nWednesday\, July 21 – Wednesday\, August 25 \nClass 1: Wednesday\, July 21\, 2021. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.\nClass 2: Wednesday\, July 28\, 2021. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.\nClass 3: Wednesday\, August 4\, 2021. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.\nClass 4: Wednesday\, August 11\, 2021. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.\nClass 5: Wednesday\, August 25\, 2021. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.\nMultiple field day options available (required for professional certification only) \nLocation:  Holden Arboretum - 9550 Sperry Rd\, Kirtland\, OH 44094 \nCost: \n$75 for Residential Certification (scholarships available)\nRegister for the In-person Residential Certification Course here.\n$100 for Professional Certification\nRegister for the In-Person Professional Certification Course here.
URL:https://neomasterraingardener.org/event/summer-in-person-course/
LOCATION:Holden Arboretum
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