Tri-County/City SWCD is a regional, public agency focusing on natural resource problems and solutions. We have served the counties of King George, Spotsylvania, and Stafford since 1944 and the City of Fredericksburg since 1984. We provide expert technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and local government staff and officials on keeping our waters clean and keeping … Continue reading “Gini Greenlaw”
Logan Fowler is an Erosion and Sediment Technician with the Susquehanna County Conservation District, bringing two and a half years of environmental consulting experience to his role. He focuses on helping landowners, engineers, and contractors implement effective Best Management Practices (BMPs) that protect water quality and reduce erosion. Through site inspections, technical guidance, and hands-on … Continue reading “Logan Fowler”
Certified Level 1 Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional & horticulturist with 9 years of experience in public horticulture.
My name is Samantha Cotten, and I work in DNREC’s Division of Watershed Stewardship on the Chesapeake Bay Implementation Program as the Delaware Community Conservation Specialist, where I run the Delaware Community Conservation Assistance Program (DeCAP). The DeCAP program is a cost-share program that provides financial incentives, technical and educational assistance to property owners for … Continue reading “Samantha Cotten”
Project Manager at Actaeon LLC, a minority, woman-owned business offering heavy and civil engineering construction, landscaping and consulting services specifically for aquatic resource restoration and stormwater BMP projects. Construction and maintenance capabilities include, but are not limited to, stream restoration, stormwater BMP retrofits and maintenance, and marine construction, including but not limited to, living shorelines … Continue reading “Nora Snyder”
Description
Healthy urban trees are a cornerstone of resilient, sustainable communities. This two-part workshop is designed for public works staff, parks personnel, and municipal professionals who manage, plant, or maintain trees in urban and suburban settings.
Participants will gain both classroom knowledge and practical, field-based experience to improve tree care outcomes and strengthen urban canopy management programs.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
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- Understand the benefits and challenges of urban tree planting
- Recognize the importance of working with licensed tree care professionals
- Learn how to correctly plant small trees in urban environments
- Know the basic expectations for tree care and management
- Identify desirable characteristics of trees for urban sites
- Understand nursery stock sizes and species options for planting
Workshop Highlights
Day 1 – Virtual Session (via Zoom)
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- Why Trees Matter: Environmental & community benefits of urban trees
- Tree Selection & Sourcing: Choosing the right species and stock for your site
- Tree Planning, Stewardship, & Maintenance: Partnering with arborists and engaging volunteers
Day 2 – In-Person Field Training (Glenolden Park, PA)
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- Live tree planting demonstration with tools and techniques
- Tree health walk & talk – learn to identify, assess, and troubleshoot tree issues
- Simple pruning demonstration – when, how, and why to prune
- Maintenance discussion – long-term care, watering, and management strategies
Cancellation Policy:
Online sessions are recorded. By registering you are consenting to being part of these recordings. At this time AI notetaking is not allowed. If you have concerns, please reach out to katie@cblpro.orgÂ
Workshop registration fees $100 and under are non-refundable. If you must cancel, upon request, we will issue a credit equaling the cost of the class for another CBLP event. Workshop registration is transferable to another individual.
Gabriela is an Environmental Engineer and Horticulturist, and CBLP Landscape Professional dedicated to protecting natural resources and educating others. She focuses on restoring landscapes for ecological and aesthetic balance to benefit ecosystems and people, and works in both English and Spanish.
Stormwater Management Inspector at M-NCPPC, CBLP certified with hands-on experience installing and maintaining green infrastructure, removing invasive species, restoring native plants and supervising crews. Pursuing a Certificate in Ornamental Horticulture at the University of Maryland’s Institute of Applied Agriculture, and a B.S. in Architecture at the University of Maryland. Founder and President of Agustin Contractors … Continue reading “Sergio Agustin-Joya”
Sara is an Environmental Scientist at RK&K engineering firm in Baltimore. She has years of experience in stream restoration construction and inspections, MS4 surveys, and BMP and IDDE inspections.
Live plants just make people feel great. Let us upgrade your exterior space so your tenants, guests, and onlookers can enjoy your plants. It’s okay if you don’t have a green thumb, with the help of our design and maintenance team, we can help you develop a customized solution to create a welcoming oasis that … Continue reading “Cosette Cusson”
Work for local government
I provide inspections and consulting for stormwater best management practices (BMPs), including rain gardens, bioretention areas, and other small-scale systems. My work centers on assessing site conditions, identifying maintenance needs, and offering practical guidance to keep these practices functioning as intended. By focusing on long-term performance and regulatory compliance, I help property owners, HOAs, and … Continue reading “Mathew Hancock”
Green Eagle Environmental is a startup conservation company and aspiring Benefit Corporation, that produces native and naturalized plants. Green Eagle Environmental is a Virginia state licensed plant producing nursery and is a certified Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional. I sell plants by meetup at Fairfax Police Exchange Zones and can deliver to other locations by mutual … Continue reading “Michael Vassalotti”
I currently work as a Landscape Technician with the University of MD, Baltimore County. In this role, I help to manage and maintain 130 Stormwater BMPs across campus. Most of these practices are bioretention, but additional practices include wet ponds, rain gardens, down spout disconnects, filter strips, swales, and ground water recharge. I am a … Continue reading “Dan McKenzie”
After 16 years in risk and safety management, I made the transition into landscape and environmental work to align my career with my passion for sustainability and stewardship. Through Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) Level 1 training, I gained practical skills in soil assessment, a strong understanding of the region’s stormwater regulations, and exposure to … Continue reading “Sabraya Isaacs”
Why Hire a Certified Landscape Professional? The Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) certification ensures that landscape contractors, designers and architects utilize sustainable landscaping practices in their work in and around the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Why Choose a CBLP-Certified Landscape Contractor? CBLP offers a variety of certification programs based on the 8 Essential Elements of Conservation …
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Hire Certified Landscape Contractors Looking for professional landscape contractors you can trust? Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professionals are certified experts at creating beautiful, functional landscapes while protecting your environment and community. Whether you're: managing a commercial site, planning a residential project, or maintaining a shoreline, CBLP-certified professionals bring the training and tools needed to deliver sustainable, …
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CBLP-Certified Landscape Professional, VNLA Certified Horticulturist, ISA Certified Arborist
Environmental Resources Group, Inc. started in 1989 as a grounds maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal company. Since then, we have evolved into other areas, performing work in stormwater management/maintenance and pond maintenance. Our main specializations include grounds maintenance, stormwater management, and snow removal; however, we have performed a substantial amount of business in other related … Continue reading “Steve Valois”
September 25, 2025
7:30 am – 2:30 pm
Uwchlan Township Administration Building
715 N Ship Rd, Exton, PA 19341
CWMP Members: Save $25 and sign up by August 15!
$100 through August 22, $125 after August 22th.
Non-Members: $200
(Limit 2 per municipality. Email Katie@cblpro.org to reserve additional spots if they become available)
Lunch Included