Octoraro Native Plant Nursery

MANTS 2019
2019-01-09 09:00 - 2019-01-11 14:00 (America/New_York) | Baltimore Convention Center, One West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States
The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, Inc. (MANTS ®) was established in 1970 by the
Maryland and Virginia Nurserymen’s Associations. The West Virginia Nurserymen’s Association
became the third partner in 1972. All three State Nursery and Landscape Associations are equal
sponsors of the show.

Green Industry Conference
2018-11-19 08:00 - 18:00 | Delaware Valley University, 700 E. Butler Avenue, Life Sciences Building, Doylestown, PA, 18901, United States
The Green Industry Conference provides green industry professionals with timely and practical information on new trends, techniques, and scientific research as well as an opportunity to earn reertification credits for a variety of professional certifications. Industry experts, college and university researchers, and trade professionals will be present at this regional program.
To Be Covered
The conference features session topics for participants to choose based on their career interests including technology, leadership, design/install, and more. Spanish speaking breakout sessions available!
Credit Information
Forms for PLNA-PCH CEUs available at the end of the program at the Registration Desk.
PDA credit forms in each session.
This conference has earned 8 CEUs for PLNA-PCH.

ELA Mid-Atlantic Conference: Winterthur
2018-11-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Winterthur, 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE, 19735, United States
Restoration Sponsor
Examining Nature as Medicine:
Designing Landscapes that Improve Quality of Life and the Human Psyche
This conference explores the intersection of ecological landscape design and its effect on human beings. Sometimes referred to as Social Landscape Design or Ecological Psychology, emerging research is taking a closer look at the interaction of people and landscapes. Join ELA on November 15th for leading-edge research, compelling case studies, and practical strategies to consider in your future designs.
In both urban and suburban locales, rising health concerns have prompted research on how the human body changes when introduced to planned landscapes. Compelling conclusions point to the benefits of evaluating the intersections between specific elements in ecological landscapes and human health, specifically in the context of urban, public spaces.
As an ecosystem of people, nature, and infrastructure, the built landscape can become a prescription to improve human health.
This landscape trend in urban social-ecology is a design imperative to create gardens informed by nature in order to improve the environment, benefit human health, and develop cities that are resilient, healthy, sustainable, and livable.

NACD Northeast Regional Meeting & PACD/SCC Joint Annual Conference
2018-07-15 08:00 - 2018-07-18 17:00 | DoubleTree Resort, 2400 Willow Street Pike, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States

South-Central PA Regional Watershed Workshop
2018-06-20 09:45 - 14:00 | Stern Great Room, Dickinson College, Stern Great Room, Dickinson College 208 West Louther St.,, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, 17013
In collaboration with the Capital RC&D and ALLARM, please join the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers (POWR) and the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) for a gathering of watershed group leaders to share resource information, learn techniques to help build membership, and network with other groups in the South- Central Pennsylvania region. POWR and PEC are convening meetings across the state to identify needs and provide organizational capacity and technical resource tools. Invited guests include staff from PA DEP, PA DCNR, County Conservation Districts and regional and local environmental organizations with watershed-focused programs and resources.
Who Should Attend? Watershed and environmental organization staff, board members, volunteers, and interested citizens.
COST: The Workshop is $15.00 and includes breakfast, lunch and optional tour of ALLARM Lab and campus sustainability features. For more information and to register, please use link above.

AGROFORESTRY WORKSHOP
2018-06-15 09:00 - 15:30 | Reedsville Volunteer Fire Co., Reedsville Volunteer Fire Co. 7740 SR 655 South, Reedsville, PA, United States
Woodland value may not always measured by the quality of timber. There are untapped treasures in the forest that can be managed and cultivated. These non-timber forest products can bring forest landowners some additional enjoyment and possible income. On June 15, the PA Bureau of Forestry, Community Partnerships RC&D, and the Mifflin County Conservation District will be hosting an Agroforestry Workshop from 9:00AM – 3:30PM at the Reedsville Volunteer Fire Company banquet hall. Registration starts at 8:30 am. A $5.00 fee will include lunch and handouts. There will be information presented about Diversifying Farm Income, Edible and Medicinal Plants, Mushroom Propagation, Tree Syrup Production, Multi-function Riparian Buffer plantings, small batch Charcoal Production and PA Forest Grown – Certified Organic. Preregistration is required by June 5th. For more information or register please contact the Mifflin County Conservation District at 717-248-4695 X 3148 or ddunmire@mifflinccd.com.

Native Plants in the Landscape Conference
2018-06-06 08:00 - 2018-06-09 17:00 | Millersville University, 1 S. George St, , Millersville, PA, 17551, United States
The purpose of this conference is:

to increase the knowledge, propagation, cultivation and use of native plants in the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions
to promote methods of land management and design that respect “sense of place” by preserving and restoring native species and natural processes
to engender an appreciation of regionally appropriate landscapes that are harmonious for people and nature

While the subject of the conference pertains to native plant communities, the spirit of the conference is to build human communities among a broad range of participants by designing a conference affordable to all; encouraging formal and informal exchanges of information, and providing opportunities for social interaction.

Lancaster County Water Week
2018-06-01 08:00 - 2018-06-09 17:00 | Lancaster County, PA, United States
Join the Lancaster County Conservancy in Celebration of Clean Water!
Lancaster County is blessed with 1,500 stream miles, but 47% of these streams are polluted and cannot support their original aquatic life. Waterways are at the core of Lancaster County. They drive economic opportunity and growth that benefits our local economy and agriculture. Our rivers and streams are the source of our drinking water and recreation to be enjoyed by all. To protect these waters, we want to strengthen the sense of stewardship in Lancaster County. Water connects us all!
Water Week was conceived along the banks of the Conestoga River by friends Fritz Schroeder (Lancaster County Conservancy) and Spike Brant (Nimblist.) While kayaking along the river offers much beauty and solace, it is also a front row seat to the amount of erosion, pollution, and disregard some have for this amazing fresh water resource. With this in mind they set out to create a campaign that CELEBRATES the unique waterways of Lancaster County, EDUCATES the public about the challenges we face and opportunities we can create, and ACTIVATES people to take action in their watersheds and communities.

PAEP Annual Conference
2018-05-02 08:00 - 2018-05-04 17:00 | Tofttrees Resort, State College, PA, 16801, United States
The theme for the 2018 Annual Conference, “Branches of Knowledge”, will promote and teach about the unique, interdisciplinary nature of environmental careers and will exemplify the importance of using various fields of study to help analyze and solve environmental issues.

Society of Women Environmental Professionals (SWEP)
2018-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | The Conference Center at Central Penn College, 600 College Hill Road, Summerdale, PA, 17093, United States
The Society of Women Environmental Professionals is a growing national organization created to develop and enhance the career, educational and personal goals of its members.

Community Landscapes Symposium
2018-03-24 08:30 - 15:00 | Delaware Center for Horticulture, 1810 N Dupont Street, Wilmington, PA, 19806, United States
1st Annual Delaware Region Symposium – Working Models in Sustainable Landscapes
This inaugural event is open to all land managers looking to be more effective stewards of their open spaces. The challenges of cultivating safe and effective landscapes within the constraints of budget, ordinances, and technology are complex. Whether you are an HOA, town manager, municipality, or property owner, you will learn from real world experiences and current research in tree canopy development, natural lands stewardship, and tree ordinances. Discover the models and tools you can use to create your own unique solutions.

Restoring Nature’s Relationships
2018-03-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Franklin and Marshall College, Lisa Bonchek Adams Auditorium, 600 College Avenue , PA 17603, Lancaster, PA, 17603, United States
Presentation by Doug Tallamy
Specialized relationships between animals and plants are the norm in nature rather than the exception. It is specialized relationships that provide our birds with insects and berries, that disperse our bloodroot seeds, that pollinate our goldenrod, and so on. Plants that evolved in concert with local animals provide for their needs better than plants that evolved elsewhere. Tallamy will explain why this is so, why specialized food relationships determine the stability and complexity of the local food webs that support animal diversity, why our yards and gardens are essential parts of the ecosystems that sustain us, how we can use our residential landscapes to connect the isolated habitat fragments around us and produce valuable ecosystem services, and what we can do to make our landscapes living ecosystems once again. Managing landscapes in this crowded world carries both moral and ecological responsibilities that we can no longer ignore.

Land Ethics Symposium
2018-03-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Delaware Valley University, 700 E. Butler Avenue, Life Sciences Building, Doylestown, PA, 18901, United States
Each year, this informative conference focuses on ways to create low-maintenance, economical and ecologically balanced landscapes using native plants and restoration techniques. Participants have opportunities to network and share their experiences with peers at this professional program. The symposium is geared toward professionals, including landscape architects, designers, contractors and the green industry, environmental consultants, land planners, managers and developers, and state/municipal officials. Continuing education credits are available.

Watershed Congress
2018-03-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Montgomery County Community College, 101 College Drive, Pottstown, 19464
The Watershed Congress advances the best available information and techniques for protecting and restoring watersheds. The focus on networking across disciplines means that the Congress melds science, policy and practical applications into one program. Every year, a growing and changing group of individuals attends to gain new knowledge, acquire tools, and practice techniques that will allow them to take active roles in the stewardship of their natural resources.

PLNA Green Industry Forum
2018-03-07 17:00 - 2018-03-08 15:00 | Hershey Country Club, 1000 E. Derry Road , Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
Join your fellow members and colleagues at PLNA’s first event of the year. There is something for everyone; hear from Keynote Speakers about the industry at the state and national level, round table discussions moderated by business leaders on topics that can help your business, State of the Association address, and honor and recognition of professionals and companies who have shown their commitment to PLNA and the industry.
Keynote Speakers-
• Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding – an outlook on the state of agriculture in PA, and
• Tal Coley, AmericanHort Director of Government Affairs- an update on AmericanHort’s efforts
Round Table Discussions include-

2018 Garden Trends
Health Insurance – Self Funding in the Small Group Market
Spotted Lanternfly – control and business opportunities
Sustainable Landscape Practices
Landscape Career Pathways and Apprenticeships
LEAN Management
H2B
Tax Reform and How it affects Your Business
Planning ahead for the Next Economic Downturn and
Employee Handbooks

Click here for more details on each topic.

2018 Riparian Forest Buffer Summit
2018-02-28 08:00 - 2018-03-01 17:00 | Ramada Inn State College, 1450 South Atherton Street, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Save the date (PDF) for the 2018 Riparian Forest Buffer Summit, which will be at the Ramada Inn in State College on February 28 and March 1.
Attendees needing overnight accommodations can call the Ramada Inn at 814-238-3001 to book a room under “Bureau of Forestry.” A block of rooms is available at a reduced rate of $65 plus tax. If your agency or organization is tax exempt, remember to bring your exemption form.
This year’s summit will provide attendees with information and skills — from creating planting plans to working with contractors — that they can utilize in their day-to-day work.
Invited attendees include conservation professionals and decision-makers that work with riparian forest buffers across Pennsylvania.
The summit provides opportunities to:

Network with other professionals and develop new partnerships

Enhance communication skills when working with landowners

Learn more about new and upcoming research, methods, and data

A draft agenda (PDF) currently is available. Check back for updates to the summit agenda.
Register for the summit by completing and mailing the attendee registration form (PDF).
If you’re interested in participating in the summit as an exhibitor/vendor, see the exhibitor/vendor registration form (PDF).

Turf & Ornamentals Conference
2018-02-14 08:00 - 15:00 | Kutztown Grange, South Kemp St. & James Alley, Kutztown, PA, 19530, United States
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 2018 (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
WHERE: Kutztown Grange, South Kemp St. & James Alley, Kutztown, Pennsylvania 19530
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 9, 2018,
Each participant will receive a handout folder with research-based publications relevant to their work. We are also planning a mini trade show to give participants a chance to network with suppliers.

Registration fills quickly! Please register early to guarantee your spot and meal at the meeting.
Detailed Agenda
Morning Session (8:30am – 12:00pm)
Integrated Pest Management Basics: Examples of IPM strategies for smart turf management and weed control.
Mistakes Pesticide Applicators Make: Participants can share a pesticide-related mistake they made and what they learned from it, by submitting it anonymously using our Pesticide Mistake Form by February 1, 2018 and Tracey will include it in her session!
Invasive Insect Update: What’s the latest information about spotted lanternfly and other invasive insects you should know?
Credits: Category 10 (1 credit), Categories 05, 06 & 07 (2 credits), Categories 18, 23 & PC (4 credits), Core (2 credits).
Lunch (12:00pm – 1:15pm)
Ornamentals Track (1:15pm – 2:15pm)
Building a Relationship with your Nursery: Focus on availability, specifications, and pest/disease issues from the knowledge of horticultural professionals on the supply side.
Credits: Categories 05, 06, 18, 23 & PC (1 credit).
Turf Track (1:15pm – 2:15pm)
Great Sports Fields on a Budget
Credits:Categories 07, 18, 23 & PC (2 credits)
Apps for the Green Industry (2:30pm – 3:00pm)
Do you have a cell phone? Are you using mobile applications to enhance your work? Michael would like to know what you are using, and he will include some of your ideas in this session. Follow this link to send him your input by February 1, 2018!
Credits: This session does not qualify for PDA credits.

Each participant will receive a handout folder with research-based publications relevant to their work. We are also planning a mini trade show to give participants a chance to network with suppliers.

Registration fills quickly! Please register early to guarantee your spot and meal at the meeting.
Detailed Agenda
Morning Session (8:30am – 12:00pm)
Integrated Pest Management Basics: Examples of IPM strategies for smart turf management and weed control.
Mistakes Pesticide Applicators Make: Participants can share a pesticide-related mistake they made and what they learned from it, by submitting it anonymously using our Pesticide Mistake Form by February 1, 2018 and Tracey will include it in her session!
Invasive Insect Update: What’s the latest information about spotted lanternfly and other invasive insects you should know?
Credits: Category 10 (1 credit), Categories 05, 06 & 07 (2 credits), Categories 18, 23 & PC (4 credits), Core (2 credits).
Lunch (12:00pm – 1:15pm)
Ornamentals Track (1:15pm – 2:15pm)
Building a Relationship with your Nursery: Focus on availability, specifications, and pest/disease issues from the knowledge of horticultural professionals on the supply side.
Credits: Categories 05, 06, 18, 23 & PC (1 credit).
Turf Track (1:15pm – 2:15pm)
Great Sports Fields on a Budget
Credits:Categories 07, 18, 23 & PC (2 credits)
Apps for the Green Industry (2:30pm – 3:00pm)
Do you have a cell phone? Are you using mobile applications to enhance your work? Michael would like to know what you are using, and he will include some of your ideas in this session. Follow this link to send him your input by February 1, 2018!
Credits: This session does not qualify for PDA credits.

Delaware Wetland Conference
2018-01-31 08:00 - 2018-02-01 16:00 | Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justsin Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Join us for this two-day event where connecting science and communities to protect and conserve wetlands is our top priority!
Wetlands play a vital role in our everyday lives, protecting our communities from flooding and erosion and boosting our economy. For the last 17 years the Delaware Wetlands Conference has served as a hub where wetland experts and enthusiasts from the Mid-Atlantic region gather to share the latest in wetland research, innovations in outreach and education, and the progress of conservation and wetlands policy programs.
Chase Center at the Riverfront
815 Justison Street
Wilmington, DE, 19801
United States
Click to register!

Delaware Hort Industry Expo
2018-01-17 08:00 - 2018-01-18 17:00 | Modern Maturity Center, 1121 Forrest Avenue, Dover, DE, 19904, United States
DE Horticulture Industry Expo scheduled for January 17th & 18th at the Modern Maturity Center in Dover will feature a great line-up of speakers and exhibitors.
Featured topics include:

Controlling Tough Invasives – Is There Really a Silver Bullet?
Making Insects: A Guide to Restoring the Little Things that Run the World
The Feeling’s Mutual: Understanding Flower and Animal Interactions
Ph and Pesticide Efficacy
Managing a Clean and Healthy Pond
Controlling Pests and Protecting Pollinators
Managing Natural Areas: Stewardship of Longwood’s Meadow Garden and Beyond

January 17th will award 2 Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits for DE Categories 03, 10 & PA and 1 credit for DE Category 5A. Credits from PA, MD, NJ and ISA will also be available. 1.25 DE Nutrient Management credits available.
January 18th will award 3 Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits for DE Categories 03, 5A, 06,10 & PA. Credits from PA, MD, NJ and ISA will also be available. 1.25 DE Nutrient Management credits available.
Download the registration brochure and return with payment, or register via credit card at https://2018dehortexpo.eventbrite.com

MANTS
2018-01-10 09:00 - 2018-01-12 14:00 | OH
The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show or MANTS® widely known as The Masterpiece of Trade Shows™ was incorporated in Maryland early in 1970. The show is sponsored by the state Nursery and Landscape Associations of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. The show is governed by a board of appointed representatives from each of the sponsoring states and has been managed by Quercus, Inc. (formerly Akehurst Management) since its inception.

Turning A New Leaf Conference
2017-11-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Hilton Washington Dulles Airport, Herndon, VA, United States
The conference consists of various presentations from industry leaders, innovators and experts; includes an EcoMarketplace where businesses can market their products and services; and multiple networking opportunities for attendees to discuss current projects and new ideas.

VUSP PA Stormwater Management Symposium - 2017
2017-10-11 08:00 - 2017-10-12 17:00 | Villanova University, 800 E. Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, 19085, United States
MISSION STATEMENT: The purpose of the symposium is to advance the knowledge and understanding of sustainable stormwater management for those dealing in all aspects of planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations, and regulatory compliance. A workshop for municipal officials will be held preceding the symposium.
BRINGING TOGETHER: Engineers, Planners, Water Resource Professionals, Regional, State and Local Government Representatives, Land Development Professionals, Architects, Watershed and Conservation Groups, Manufacturers and the Academic Community.
SYMPOSIUM DETAILS: The Symposium will begin with a keynote speaker addressing Stormwater management issues in Pennsylvania. The remainder of the conference will include podium and poster presentations, panels discussing stormwater issues, and tours. The poster session will be increased in scale to increase the numbers who can participate. Though not required, all presenters are encouraged to submit a paper as well. Lunches will be provided and abstracts of the presentations will be published. An informal reception will be held at the end of the first day. Firms interested in sponsoring portions of the symposium or interested in a display, can contact Dr. Traver, Director, Villanova Urban Stormwater Partnership. Villanova has hosted this every other year since 1998.

Taste of the Chesapeake
2017-09-14 18:00 - 21:30 | Rooftop Conference Center in the Belcher Pavilion of the Anne Arundel Medical Center, 2000 Medical Pkwy, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join Octoraro Native Plant Nursery at the 2017 Taste of the Chesapeake Celebration & Silent Auction. The event take places September 14, 2017 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm at the Rooftop Conference Center in the Belcher Pavilion of the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD.
At our Taste of the Chesapeake, the Alliance recognizes our environmental leadership award winners and showcases our programs and our progress toward Bay restoration. The Taste also helps raise critical funds to support our vital mission to restore and protect the Chesapeake and increase the impact of our work across the Chesapeake watershed.
Join us at the Taste for an evening of unique Chesapeake-inspired food and drink, live music, raffles, and a silent auction! Items from last year’s silent auction included a weeklong Vermont vacation, Chesapeake waterway trips, sports event tickets, themed baskets, gift certificates, and much more!

Native Plants in the Landscape Conference @ Millersville
2017-06-07 08:00 - 2017-06-10 17:00 | Millersville University, 1 S. George St, , Millersville, PA, 17551, United States
Mark your calendars for the 26th Annual Conference. June 7-10, 2017. This is the conference everyone talks about!
NATIVE PLANT SALE — Open to the Public. Friday evening, June 9, and Saturday morning, June 10. Lower Level of the Student Memorial Center

Pre-conference tours and workshops Wednesday, June 7
Two full days of conference, books and plant sales Thursday, June 8, and Friday, June 9
Half day additional tours/workshops and plant sale Saturday, June 10th

2017 stands to be one of our best conferences yet! We hope you will join us and welcome our new partners from Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve. And while you’re at it – THANK them for saving our beloved Native Plants in the Landscape Conference. For without them, it would be no more.

Chiques Creek Annual Watershed Expo
2017-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Manheim Farm Show, 502 East Adele Avenue, Manheim, PA, United States
Join Octoraro native Pant Nursery for family friendly fun and an educational summer evening at the Chiques Creek Annual Watershed Expo to celebrate and learn about our local watersheds and to promote good stewardship! In addition to free ice cream, raffles, and live music, there will be many exhibits and exhibitors and hands-on experiences to interact with and educate.

Lancaster County Conservancy Water Week
2017-06-03 08:00 - 2017-06-10 17:00 | Lancaster County, PA, United States
Join the Lancaster County Conservancy and Octoraro Native Plant Nursery in celebration of clean water!
Lancaster County is blessed with 1,500 stream miles, but 47% of these streams are polluted and cannot support their original aquatic life. Waterways are at the core of Lancaster County. They drive economic opportunity and growth that benefits our local economy and agriculture. Our rivers and streams are the source of our drinking water and recreation to be enjoyed by all. To protect these waters, we want to strengthen the sense of stewardship in Lancaster County. Water connects us all!
Water Week was conceived along the banks of the Conestoga River by friends Fritz Schroeder (Lancaster County Conservancy) and Spike Brant (Nimblist.) While kayaking along the river offers much beauty and solace, it is also a front row seat to the amount of erosion, pollution, and disregard some have for this amazing fresh water resource. With this in mind they set out to create a campaign that CELEBRATES the unique waterways of Lancaster County, EDUCATES the public about the challenges we face and opportunities we can create, and ACTIVATES people to take action in their watersheds and communities.

Go to the Water Week website for more information on the week’s events and celebrations.

Schuylkill Watershed Congress
2017-03-11 07:30 - 15:30 | Montgomery County Community College, 101 College Drive, Pottstown, 19464
The Watershed Congress has evolved since 1998 years to advance the best available information and techniques for protecting and restoring watersheds. The focus on networking across disciplines means that the Watershed Congress melds science, policy and practical applications into one program. As a result, the annual Watershed Congress is a highly anticipated event for people interested in understanding, protecting and restoring their local streams. The 2017 program will offer a keynote with an historical perspective, information-packed breakout sessions, and much more. Read more about the 2017 Watershed Congress program, including session abstracts.

Click here for 2017 Watershed Congress program.
Visit official website for links to registration and other details

Land Ethics Symposium 2017
2017-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Delaware Valley University, 700 E Butler Ave., Doylestown, PA, 18901, United States
Symposium Overview
The 17th Annual Land Ethics Symposium. “Creative Approaches for Ecological Landscaping,” will be held March 9th, 2017 at Delaware Valley University in Doylestown, PA. More than 260 attendees attended last year’s event and we expect this to be bigger and better than ever.
This informative conference focuses on ways to create low-maintenance, economical, and ecologically balanced landscapes using native plants and restoration techniques. Participants will have opportunities to network and share their experiences with peers at this professional program. The Symposium is geared toward professionals, including landscape architects, designers, contractors and the green industry, environmental consultants, land planners, managers and developers, and state/municipal officials. Continuing education credits are available.

2017 PLNA MeetUp and Annual Membership & Recognition Event
2017-03-01 05:00 - 2017-03-02 15:00 | Hershey Country Club, 1000 E. Derry Road , Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
Hopefully by now you have all heard about the success of PLNA’s new social event program, PLNA MeetUps. Accordingly, PLNA is going to host the first MeetUp of 2017 in conjunction with the Annual Membership & Recognition Event March 1 & 2 at the Hershey Country Club in Hershey, PA.
The MeetUp on Wednesday evening begins with hors d’oeurves and drinks at the Hershey Country Club and then we will proceed to a local dining establishment for dinner.
The second annual Membership and Recognition event on Thursday is where we honor and recognize those professionals and companies within the industry who have shown their commitment to PLNA and the industry in various manners. We will be honoring newly awarded Life Members, Professional Award winners, PCH Emeritus Class, along with companies who have shown allegiance to PLNA for over 40 years or more. Also joining us will be the PLNA Foundation scholarship winners; the future of this industry.
In addition to the camaraderie of this recognition event, PLNA will also be holding the Annual Membership Meeting where PLNA staff and board present what the association has been up to the last year and a sneak peek of future programs.
New to the program is an education element including keynote speakers and round-table discussions. We have three keynote speakers who will inform us of happenings within the industry at the national and state level.

Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding will provide an outlook on the state of agriculture in PA,
Craig Regelbrugge, Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Industry Research will provide an update on AmericanHort’s efforts, and
Susan Yoder, Executive Director of Seed Your Future, will present the initiatives of this new national organization whose mission is to promote horticulture as a vital, viable and exciting career path for the nation’s youth.

We will conclude the day with round table discussions moderated by business leaders and members on topics that are pressing in your day to day operations.
In addition to honoring outstanding individuals with the PLNA Professional awards, we are also going to recognize new members, long-time members, new PCH’s, and our newest honor, PCH Emeritus recipients.
Come for the MeetUp, come for the Recognition Event or come to both! This event is all about our members and we want to see you there!
Register online now for this social event that brings the PLNA membership together from all across the state.
Click here to download a paper registration form.
Hotel Information:
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton – Hershey Near the Park
195 Hershey Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Phone: 717.566.3369
Mention you are with PA Landscape & Nursery Association for your discount! Deadline: February 22, 2017
Group Discount: $109 + tax
Green Industry Professional Awards
PLNA offers the following awards to recognize excellence both within the membership and with those outside of the membership who support PLNA’s mission.
Fredrick J. Mummert Distinguished Service Award is PLNA’s highest honor for an individual. The 2017 recipient is Carl Jacobs of the former Shiloh Nurseries, York, PA.
PLNA Hall of Fame Award is bestowed upon a horticultural industry professional who has made great strides in advancing the horticultural industry in Pennsylvania at both the state and local levels. The 2017 recipient is Daniel J. Eichenlaub of Eichenlaub, Inc., Pittsburgh.
Green Achiever Award is very much like the Hall of Fame Award, except this award recipient must be relatively “new” to the green industry. The 2017 recipient is Carrie Wiles of North Creek Nurseries, Landenberg.
Exceptional Leadership Award is PLNA’s award to recognize someone who contributes significantly to a PLNA project or program. The 2017 recipient is William H. Wells of Water Crest Farms, West Grove.
Member Recognition Awards
PLNA appreciates its members and we want to reflect that through this new program. The Association is only as good as its members, and we are very fortunate to have companies who have shown their allegiance to PLNA through continued membership.
The new program recognizes members at various years of membership. Recognition is noted at 50 years and 40 years. Special plaques will be presented for these long-time members. And for those who have reached 30, 20 and 10 years, their dedication will be recognized through special certificates. Each of these time frames are milestones and in addition to recognizing the length of the relationship with PLNA, it really is also a celebration of how long these companies have been in business.
We will also be recognizing those companies who joined PLNA over the past year. We are excited that we continue to add new companies to our member community.
PCH Emeritus Awards
The Pennsylvania Certified Horticulturist (PCH) program (originally Pennsylvania Accredited Nurseryman (PAN)) was started in 1972, over 40 years ago. In recognition of the long time commitment by many early recipients, the PLNA Board of Directors have created an Emeritus designation for this professional certification. At 40 years of active participation, PCH’s are automatically inducted into the Emeritus Class. After 25 years of active participation a PCH can elect to join the Emeritus Member status. For 2017 we have two new members in the Emeritus Class and are honoring 17 PCH’s who have elected the Emeritus Member status. Join PLNA in honoring these professionals who have maintained this individual certification throughout their career.
Life Members
PLNA recognizes individuals from within the membership whose special contributions to PLNA make them worthy of a lifetime membership. These individuals must be nominated by an active member in good standing and then reviewed by the Board of Directors. This year the PLNA Board has awarded four lifetime memberships:
Joanne Kostecky-Petito,formerly of Joanne Kostecky Garden Design, Allentown.
Annual Membership Meeting
In addition to the recognition ceremonies, PLNA will hold its Annual Meeting of the Members. During this portion of the program, the staff and Board will present what the association has been up to the last year and a sneak peek of future programs. The membership will also be reviewing some changes in the PLNA bylaws as it relates to members with more than one business location and the retired member status.

Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) 2017
2017-01-11 09:00 - 2017-01-13 14:00 | Baltimore Convention Center, One West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States
The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS), the premier green industry marketplace for businesses, will transform the Baltimore Convention Center into a garden oasis again this year for their 47th annual trade show which takes place from January 11-13, 2017. In 2016, MANTS welcomed 11,039 paid registrants (including exhibitors) who gathered to do business, network and learn about the hottest horticultural trends for 2016. 966 exhibiting companies filled over 1,536 booths displaying everything from flowers, trees and plants to decks, fountains, pots and innovative technological solutions for the gardening and landscape industries. In addition to exhibitors, 3,379 non-exhibiting/’buying’ companies were in attendance.
