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Certificate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Fundamental Skills (plants, soil, water, pruning). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Design and Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 812 Irrigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1314 Pest Control and Turfgrass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 2026 Lakes and Wetlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Roadsides and Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Athletic Fields and Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2930 Composting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Arboriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3133 Chainsaws, Small Engines, Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3335 Business Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3637 Stormwater and Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3738 Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Registration Information
For most courses, your registration fees include course materials, a continental breakfast, and lunch. You will receive a confirmation letter or email with directions to the course location.

Please make checks payable to: Rutgers University.

Phone: (732) 932-9271, 8:00am to 4:30pm EST, M-F. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or AMEX are accepted. Fax: (732) 932-8726, 24 hours. Please fax credit card information or a copy of your check, money order or purchase order with your registration. Mail: Registration Desk, NJAES Office of Continuing Professional Education, Rutgers University, 102 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519 Online: www.cpe.rutgers.edu. Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AMEX accepted.

Payments, Cancellations, and Substitutions:

Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and will not be accepted without a payment method noted. To guarantee your seat, full payment must be received prior to the course start date. You may withdraw from a class up to three business days before a course begins and receive a refund, less a $35 processing fee. If our office is not notified three business days before the start of a class, you may be responsible for the full fee. Substitutions are always welcome.

Certificate Programs
Golf Turf and Grounds Management NEW!
Rutgers golf turf programs are renowned throughout the world, with many graduates working at the nations top 100 golf courses. Get the skills you need to land a great job! Repair & Maintenance of Golf Course Irrigation Systems (p. 13) Basics of Turf Management (p. 21) Turfgrass Establishment (p. 21) The Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management Schools Three Week Preparatory Short Course (p. 22) Organic Turfgrass Management (p. 22) Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds (p. 25) Turfgrass Disease Management (p. 26) Park Management and Liability Issues (p. 30) Hazardous Tree ID (p. 31) Tree Pruning (p. 32)

Inclement Weather
If winter weather is threatening, we will post information about class cancellations by 6:00am on the home page of our website: www.cpe.rutgers.edu and on a recorded message at (732) 932-9271. Cancellations will not be broadcast on the radio.

On-Site Customized Training

If you prefer the convenience of training developed and delivered to meet your specific needs, site, and schedule, Rutgers will deliver the instructors, course content, and hands-on skills that you seek. Please call Karen at (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 to start the discussion.

Are you unemployed in the state of NJ? Most of our certificate programs including some not listed in this catalog - are eligible for state funding that will pay for all or part of your training! For more information, please visit http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/certificate/ or call (732) 932-9271.

Questions? Contact Karen Tizzano

Phone: (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 or ktizzano@rci.rutgers.edu www.cpe.rutgers.edu/landscape

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Electrical
January 9 and 10, 2013 8:30am 3:45pm $375; Multi-Person Fee $337.50 EO0711CB13 This electrical training course will show you how line diagrams provide fast and easily understood pictures of control circuit operations. In two days of hands-on activities, one of our most popular instructors, Terry Tomsky, will cover ladder diagrams, circuit design, voltage back feeds and control circuit basics. Please bring your volt/ohm meter to class! Credits: This course has been approved for the following continuing education credits: 12 TCHs for NJ water and wastewater license holders. 12 recertification hours for PA water and wastewater license holders. 12 NJ Electrical Contractor Continuing Education Hours.

Certificate Programs
Landscape Management II Certificate NEW!

Ladder Logic

Take your business beyond basic lawn care and maintenance with the new Rutgers Landscape Management II certificate! Youll learn planning, design, and construction skills to help you serve more complex customer demands and grow a diverse and profitable portfolio! Introduction to Plant Identification (p. 5) Landscape Lighting (p. 8) Beds and Borders (p. 8) Landscape Plants: Identification, Selection and Application (p. 9) Landscape Design I: The Basics (p. 10) Sustainable Landscape Design (p. 11) Concrete Pavers (p. 11) Outdoor Entertainment Spaces: Kitchens, Fire Pits and More (p. 12) Designing and Installing Retaining Walls (p. 12) Common Sense Business and Pricing Strategies OR Six Key Elements of Success for Landscape Contractors (p. 36 or 37)

Soil and Plant Lab

So you want to be a Landscape Professional? Base your management decisions on science-based recommendations from Rutgers/NJ Agricultural Experiment Station. Analysis of the situation is the first part of Best Management Practices. Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory Administrative Services Building-II 57 US Highway 1, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (848) 932-9295, soiltest@njaes.rutgers.edu Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Laboratory and Nematode Detection Service Ralph Geiger Turf Education Center 20 Indyk-Engel Way, North Brunswick, NJ 08902 (732) 932-9140, clinic@njaes.rutgers.edu www.njaes.rutgers.edu/services Treatment without diagnosis/evaluation is malpractice. Page 38

Call (732) 932-9271 for more info!

Natural Turf and Landscape Management Certificate

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Customers increasingly want a greener option, and now you can help supply it. As part of the Environmental Stewardship Initiative, the NJDEP will issue this certification acknowledging a basic capacity to conduct Natural Turf and Landscape Management. This certification is in addition to the Pesticide Recertification Credits provided for the successful completion of any of these courses. Integrated Pest Management (p. 20) Organic Turfgrass Management (p. 22) Reducing Pesticide Inputs and Exploring Organic Options For Sports Turf (p. 25) For more information about the Environmental Stewardship Initiative, see http://www.nj.gov/dep/enforcement/stewardship/. Page 3

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Certificate Programs
The Landscape Management Certificate
Earn the credential that confirms your expertise and gives you an edge against competitors. The Landscape Management Certificate Program covers skills that true landscape professionals and enthusiasts should master. Classes in the series: Growing Ornamental Plants (p. 5) Introduction to Plant Identification (p. 5) Soil and Plant Relationships (p. 6) Water Management and Drainage (p. 6) Introduction to Pruning Techniques (p. 7) Integrated Pest Management (p. 20) Basics of Turfgrass Management (p. 21) Pest Management of Ornamental Landscape Plants (p. 23) Pest Management of Landscape Turf (p. 24)

Business Classes and Stormwater

February 14, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before January 31, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Six Key Elements of Success for Landscape Contractors

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Learn from an industry expert. Marcus vandeVliet, who leads the ANLAs Masters in Landscape Business Management Program, will provide solutions to help make your business more profitable. Marcus will discuss leadership, business and pricing strategies, production and overhead costs, implementing change, and more! Comments from recent attendees: Great to know someone who has been there and done that. Phenomenal and down to earth. Very good examples that relate to my business.

The Public Grounds Management Certificate

Stand out from your colleagues and build your resume with the Rutgers University Public Grounds Management Certificate. This program teaches skills vital to a successful career in public grounds and park management. Confirm your knowledge and dedication today! Classes in the series: Introduction to Plant Identification (p. 5) Soil and Plant Relationships (p. 6) Introduction to Pruning Techniques (p. 7) Integrated Pest Management (p. 20) Basics of Turfgrass Management (p. 21) Pest Management of Ornamental Landscape Plants (p. 23) Pest Management of Landscape Turf (p. 24) Athletic Field Construction and Maintenance (p. 29) Park Management and Liability Issues (p. 30) Hazardous Tree Identification (p. 31)
Are you unemployed in the state of NJ? Most of our certificate programs including some not listed in this catalog are eligible for state funding that will pay for all or part of your training! For more information please visit http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/certificate/ or call (732) 932-9271.

NJDEP Stormwater Management Rule and BMP Manual

Spring 2013 EW0317CA13 New Jerseys Stormwater Management Rules require fundamental changes in how we plan, design, and implement systems and structures for managing stormwater runoff. For designers of land use proposals and the public officials who review them, implementing the rules will require an understanding of both the municipal planning in the regulations and the technical standards required. This seminar will explain both aspects of the rule, as well as present an overview of NJs Stormwater Management Program. Topics include: Computations for groundwater recharge and stormwater runoff Nonstructural stormwater management strategies Soil testing criteria Buffers under the Flood Hazard rules vs. the Stormwater Management rules Other updated BMP manual chapters and much more! Please call (732) 932-9271 for more information. Page 37

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Marketing and Sales Strategies in the New World NEW!
January 10, 2013 12:30pm 4:00pm $175 before December 27, 2012; 10% late fee after. AL0315CA13

Plant ID and Maintenance

Introduction to Plant Identification
November 8 and 9, 2012 9:00 am 3:30 pm $395 before October 25, 2012; 10% late fee after.

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Are you working for wages or building a solid business? Spend half a day interacting with other professionals and dig deep into the new normal. Dave Beausoleil, President and founder of Cast Lighting, LLC, is passionate about exploring and analyzing the marketing and sales side of the successful contractor. This interactive half-day class will help you understand why customers buy and how you can make them do more of it in the new economy. Come get a dose of reality - and learn how to make it work to your advantage.

In this two-day class, Certified Tree Expert Ted Szczawinski will share his wealth of knowledge concerning plant classification and biology. Ted will guide you through a series of fun, informative, hands-on activities that will explain how plants are grouped, identified, and nurtured. He will give you plenty of examples and demonstrations. We recommend this class if you plan to attend the Landscape Plants: ID, Selection, and Application course (see page 9). This is a core class in three certificate programs. ISA Credits/Day 1: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA Science-3; BCMA Practice-2. ISA Credits/Day 2: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA Science-2; BCMA Practice-2.5. CPWM: 6 Technical.

Common Sense Business and Pricing Strategies

January 7, 2013 9:00am 4:00pm $195 before December 24, 2012; 10% late fee after. AL0307CA13

Gain invaluable business knowledge from two of New Jerseys most successful landscape contractors. Chris James and Richard Borst will discuss the following and more: Calculating overhead Probably the most important thing, and yet many people do it wrong. Learn to do it right. Pricing and bidding You want to win the job, but when should you walk away? Learn to calculate your lowest profitable price. Billing Should maintenance be billed per cut or per season? Why? Q&A Great insights from people whove been there and done it. Comments from last years class: Great advice from experienced landscapers. Thorough info, good presenters. Basic, down to earth, common sense, and reality.

January 28, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before January 14, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Growing Ornamental Plants

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Bruce Neary shares his expertise concerning the care of ornamental plants. Hell discuss the most modern methods of managing horticulture on commercial and residential sites. You will learn to put the right plant in the right place; proper trimming techniques; building better beds; giving advice to customers and more. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate. Comment from last years class: This has to be hands down the best class Ive attended so far. Very informative. Covers a wide variety of aspects in our industry. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA-Practice-4.0; BCMAManagement-1.25. CPWM: 5 Technical. Page 5

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Soil and Plant Relationships
December 3 and 10, 2012 9:00 am 3:30 pm $295 before November 19, 2012; 10% late fee after.

Engines and Hydraulics

March 21 and 22, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $495 before March 7, 2013; 10% late fee after. (session 1) 9:00am 3:30pm March 26 and 27, 2013 $495 before March 12, 2013; 10% late fee after. (session 2)

Advanced Small Engine Repair

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Bruce Neary takes the mystery out of soil science while generously mixing in his energetic love of horticulture. Hell show you how to grow better plants by identifying and correcting soil conditions that create plant problems, including the proper way to read, analyze, and correct PH levels. Hell explain the soils physical and biological relationship to plant growth in easy-to-understand terms and hell teach you how to use this knowledge to increase the quality of growth. Take this class in conjunction with Water Management and Drainage (below) for a more comprehensive understanding of successful ornamental plant growth. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Programs. ISA Credits/Day 1: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA Science-3.5; BCMA Practice-1.25. ISA Credits/Day 2: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA Science-2.75; BCMA Management-2.5; CPWM: 5 Technical; 5 Management.

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Get your hands dirty for two days and save money forever! In this twoday program, a representative of Gardner-Connell, Inc., uses a complete teardown and rebuild of a 4-cycle Kohler engine to demonstrate maintenance and repair. You will walk away with these skills: knowing why and how to adjust the governor; the specifics of carburetor adjustments; selecting the best oil and gas types for the season and your equipment; and understanding and avoiding common problems like vapor lock. This class will be your first step in saving countless repair dollars and time! Please choose one of the two sessions above. Credits: 6 TCH. CPWM: 5 Technical; 5 Management.

Water Management and Drainage

December 18, 2012 9:00 am 4:00 pm $195 before December 4, 2012; 10% late fee after.

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Understanding how water drains through soil is an essential skill for anyone who works with landscapes. This one-day course will help you read the landscape and analyze site conditions; implement proper grading techniques; evaluate soil conditions for plant selection; identify different types of soil and learn how water moves through each; and apply the right tools and techniques to solve drainage issues. Keep the water where it belongs, and keep your customers happy. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Programs. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.75; BCMA-Practice-2.75; BCMA-Management-3; CPWM: 6 Technical. Page 6

March 29, 2013 9:00 am 3:30 pm $295 before March 15, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Introduction To Hydrostatic Drivelines

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Another class where youll learn by doing. This course will teach you the basics of drive trains and how hydraulic pumps work. Youll learn the best maintenance practices, as well as trouble-shooting and failure analysis of a BDP pump. Then youll take the pump apart and put it back together. Youll also disassemble the wheel motor, test and adjust the drive system, and learn the proper use of a flow meter to test the entire system. Register today and save money tomorrow! Credits: 5.5 TCH. Page 35

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March 19, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $275 before March 5, 2013;10% late fee after.

Pruning
March 4, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before February 18, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Two-Cycle Engine Maintenance

Introduction To Pruning Techniques

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This hands-on class is designed to prepare you to properly maintain the two-cycle engines that run your hand-held landscape equipment including string trimmers, chain saws, and backpack blowers. You will participate in a teardown and reassembly of a typical two-cycle engine. Discussion topics include: Maintenance Techniques 2-Cycle Engine Theory 2-Cycle Design Concepts Credits: 6 TCH. CPWM: 6 Technical. Carburetion Problems 2-Cycle Engine Selection Fuel Issues and Solutions

The best way to learn pruning is with a pair of shears in your hand. Rutgers Gardens Director Bruce Crawford will provide both classroom instruction and hands-on training. Come learn how to properly prune while preserving a plants natural vigor and beauty. Dress for field work and bring your pruning equipment, including hand pruning shears and a small pruning saw. You can also buy shears on site. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Programs. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Practice-4.5; BCMAManagement-.25.

Introduction To Small Engine Repair

March 20, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $295 before March 6, 2013; 10% late fee after. (session 1) AL0209CA13

March 15, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $245 before March 1 2013; 10% late fee after.

Advanced Pruning Techniques

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9:00am 3:30pm March 25, 2013 $295 before March 11, 2013; 10% late fee after. (session 2)

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Save money by doing your own repairs and maintenance! A representative of Gardner-Connell, Inc., will reveal the top reasons engines fail and teach you how to maintain and perform routine repairs without voiding your warranty. This hands-on class gives you answers to your specific questions something a manual or video cannot deliver. Please choose one of the two sessions above. Credits: 6 TCH. CPWM: 5 Technical. Page 34

Theres no substitute for true hands-on learning, and this class has plenty of it. Pat Cullina, past Vice President and Horticulture Consultant, Friends of the Highline, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and the Rutgers Gardens, and Steve Schuckman, owner, First Mountain Arboriculture LLC, will guide you through classroom (minimal) and field demonstrations (mostly) to ensure you gain a strong understanding of how, what, where, when, and why to prune. Please dress for fieldwork. Please bring hand pruning shears and a small pruning saw to class with you. Comments from last years class: Very good information. Steve and Pat are very real and professional. Best class Ive ever taken so far. I look forward to it next time. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Science-1.75; BCMA-Practice-3; CPWM: 5 Technical. Page 7

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Landscape Lighting
January 9 and 10, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm (Day 1); 9:00am 12:00pm (Day 2) $395 before December 26, 2012; 10% late fee after. AL0501CA13 Landscape lighting is a fantastic opportunity to expand your value to existing customers. In this 1-day class, Dave Beausoleil of Cast Lighting, Inc., will show you the basics of lighting installation with hands-on exercises featuring the tools of the trade. Youll cover key electrical concepts, as well as the design and installation of wired and wireless systems. Take the first step toward adding a lucrative skill to your business. Register for this class and get Daves half-day class, Marketing and Sales Strategies in the New World (p. 36) for free! Heres what your colleagues are saying about Dave: Dave is a great speaker! He is interesting, informative, and effective. Call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated Landscape Architect credits.

Arboriculture and Chainsaws

February 15, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm, $245 before February 1, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Plant Health Care

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Build a better Plant Health Care program! Certified Tree Expert Ted Szczawinski will discuss a wide range of issues, from better nutrient solutions to the calculation of Growing Degree Days and how they can be used to monitor pests. Ted will do hands-on, outdoor demonstrations if weather permits. Comments about Ted from last years class: Awesome instructor. Informative, knowledgeable, approachable. Very knowledgeable and excellent speaker. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Practice-1.75; BCMA-Management-3. CPWM: 3 Technical; 3 Management.

Beds and Borders Seminar

February 5 and 6, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $395 before January 22, 2013; 10% late fee after.

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Basic Chainsaw Maintenance and Safety

March 28, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $295 before March 14, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0248CA13

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How do you improve a landscape for a client who cant or wont spend the money? One way is to improve the beds and borders, described by instructor Bruce Neary as everything on a property that is not turf. Using his energetic style, Bruce will take you through the design, installation, and maintenance processes. Youll get the feel and impact of a mini design seminar! Topics include: Conceiving the design Laying out the plans Preparing the site Choosing the best plants Renovating established beds Composting and mulching Maintenance considerations Staying flexible

Learn the basics of chainsaw maintenance and prevent those timeconsuming breakdowns in the field. If you do have a breakdown, learn how to fix it. In this hands-on class, Roy Manring will teach you about the cutting chain and the motor that drives it. Youll learn the most common causes of chainsaw failures and the best ways to fix and prevent them. Youll also learn how the chain works and how to sharpen it. Youll do a teardown and reassembly of a real machine. Comments about Roy: Vast knowledge. Answers questions well.

CPWM: 3 Technical; 3 Management. Credits Pending: Continuing Education Units by the APLD (Association of Professional Landscape Designers). Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information. Page 8

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February 19, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm, $245 before February 5, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Design and Construction

Landscape Plants: Identification, Selection, and Application

Tree Pruning

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Certified Tree Expert Ted Szczawinski will teach you where to prune, when to prune, the best equipment to use, and how to stay safe. Hell demonstrate proper methods of cabling and bracing. Youll also learn the best positioning techniques for cuts against the collar, and how to use false crotch and rope when working in trees with no bucket access among other things! Field demonstrations will be done, weather permitting. Comments from last years class: Good practical knowledge of what to cut and where. Great teacher. Excellent job trimming trees. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA-Management 4.5. CPWM: 3 Technical; 3 Management.

January 4 March 15, 2013 (11 consecutive Friday mornings) 8:30 am 12:00 pm $895 before December 21, 2012; 10% late fee after. AL0201CA13 Why is this long-running class so popular? Probably because of the handson plant identification walks, the comprehensive classroom lectures, and the online instructional tools that make it a 24/7 plant-loving experience. I have never met someone as passionate about plants as Steve is, said one attendee about lead instructor Steve Kristoph. Steve will teach you two skills all plant lovers or managers should master: The ability to identify landscape plants on the properties you manage Expanding your palette of plants to select the right plant for the right site and the right purpose. In small groups led by our instructors, youll visit Rutgers Gardens where youll get up-close and personal with plants. Youll see them in their habitat, youll learn their Latin names, and youll increase your ability to talk knowledgeably with clients. You have to see the plant in its place to understand where it fits in the environment, or where it doesnt fit, which is just as important. You cant get that by showing a twig in a bottle in the classroom, explains Dr. Bruce Doc Hamilton, course founder and guest instructor. Doc and Steve are joined by guest lecturer Derron Dover and professional field assistant, Alyson Tizzano. Heres what your colleagues have said about this course: This class was highly informative and inspirational. It has completely changed the way I look at trees and plants. All of the instructors were amazing! They were totally dedicated to increasing our knowledge and to our success. Their passion is intoxicating!

February 18, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm, $245 before February 4, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Tree Planting and Installation

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Learn to manage the complex details that keep your trees alive, including site evaluation, excavation analysis, and creating optimum soil structure. Other topics include planting at the proper height, planting at the proper depth, and probing containers for roots to judge the depth of the root flare. Hands-on demonstrations will be done, weather permitting. Comments about Ted from last years class: Did not expect Ted to know this much. Fantastic speaker. One of the best instructors. Thorough, interesting, and clear. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA-Practice-2.25; BCMAManagement 3; CPWM: 3 Technical; 3 Management. Page 32

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Landscape Design I: The Basics
January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15, 2013 1:00 pm 4:30 pm (8 consecutive Friday afternoons) $745 before January 11, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0205CA13 This eight-week course will give you a dynamic understanding of landscape design, from developing an eye and appreciation for good design to developing a better hand at drafting techniques. Instructor Dominick Mondi, landscape designer and Executive Director of the New Jersey Nursery and Landscape Association, will lead you through a logical progression of design topics including: Elements and principles of design Combining mixed concepts into a larger scheme Choosing appropriate plant materials Using plants to create gardens Hardscaping creativity Understanding scale and space Using architectural drawings Creating a site plan

Arboriculture
Hazardous Tree Identification
November 27, 2012 (Winter Session) 9:00am 3:30pm $245 before November 13, 2012; 10% late fee after. AL0803CA13 February 28, 2013 (Spring Session) 9:00am 3:30pm $245 before February 14, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0803CB13 Hazardous trees are tough to recognize, and they can be deadly if not managed before an avoidable accident occurs. In this one-day course, Certified Tree Experts Ted Szczawinski and Steve Chisholm will show you a step-by-step process for identifying a hazard, dealing with the hazard, and properly documenting your findings. Come see why their simple tree rating system has been adopted by so many other tree professionals! Field demonstrations will be done, weather permitting. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA Practice-2.5; BCMA Management-2.5. CPWM: 5 Technical. Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for Community Forestry credit information.

Youll work on three design projects, each one building upon previous coursework and gaining in complexity. The final project will allow students to design, render, and present a design of their choosing to the class. Guest lecturers, including Rutgers Gardens Director Bruce Crawford, will also provide design instruction at this years class. Heres what your colleagues have said about this course: Doms step-by-step methods of spatial layout design, of stylistic design, and of plant layout design are most useful! This class presents a great overview of all the aspects of good design. I have now learned how to translate my ideas for clients and put them on paper. Great practical examples and applications!

November 29 and 30, 2012 9:00 am 3:30 pm $395 before November 15, 2012; 10% late fee after.

Large Tree Climbing and Rigging

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Learn to do it from the people who do it best. Steve Chisholm, a Certified Tree Expert and leading arboriculture educator, and his brother, Mark Chisholm, a two-time World Tree Climbing Champion and 19-time New Jersey State Champion, will combine classroom lectures with field demonstrations of climbing and rigging. This two-day class will teach you techniques to increase your productivity while maintaining the high level of safety that marks a great arborist. ISA Credits/Day 1: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA Practice-5; TW Climber Specialist-5. ISA Credits/Day 2: Certified Arborist-6; BCMA Practice-6; TW Climber Specialist - 6. CPWM: 5 Technical; 5 Management. Page 31

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February 26, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before February 12, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Design and Construction

February 25, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before February 11, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Park Management and Liability Issues

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Sustainable Landscape Design

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Liability and leadership are key components of managing a park or field, and two of our most popular instructors can help you with both. Ned Lipman, Director of the Office of Continuing Professional Education and management instructor, will introduce you to new ideas and strategies to gain commitment from even your most hardened crew members, while Professor Neil Dougherty, who serves as an expert witness in park injury cases nationwide, will discuss preventative steps to keep park managers out of the courtroom. CPWM: 3 Technical; 3 Management.

Green consumers are becoming more common. Theyre buying organic foods, natural cleaning products, and hybrid cars. Theyre also buying sustainable landscapes. Take your plant skills to a higher level and offer something customers are demanding. Bruce Neary, horticulture expert, and Bill Young, Registered Landscape Architect of Young Environmental, will provide specific expertise on effective sustainable practices including: Soils and composting Rain gardens Revegetation/restoration Native plants Sustainable maintenance Going organic

NJ Compost Operator Certification Course

April, 5 2013 8:30am 3:45pm $260; Multi Person fee $221 ER0303CB12

Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 3 in 13, 3A, 6B, 8C and PP2. All other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625. Credits Pending: Continuing Education Units by the APLD (Association of Professional Landscape Designers). Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information.

N.J.A.C. 7:26A-1.4(a)(14)(xiv) requires every composting facility operator in New Jersey to attend a composting course, approved by the Department. Rutgers NJAES Office of Continuing Professional Education, in conjunction with the NJ DEP and in cooperation with the Association of NJ Recyclers, has developed a course which meets the requirements of the regulations and will help you to improve your facilitys operation. Specific topics to be covered include: NJDEP regulatory requirements The scientific principles of composting, or Why Compost Happens How to avoid the Murphys Law of composting and what to do when the law strikes (health and odor issues). A Certificate of Completion will be provided to each fully paid participant who completes the course. If you are a New Jersey Certified Recycling Professional, this class will give you six (6) of the twelve annual recertification credits you need to maintain your certification. Page 30

Concrete Pavers

February 4, 2013 9:00am 4:00pm March 14 Optional hands-on training day 9:00am 4:00pm $245 before January 21, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0203CA13 Take this hands-on class and learn how to design and install better paver projects. Instructor Alex Burke of Burke Environmental will discuss basic excavation, establishing a base layer, cutting techniques, edging, estimating strategies, using string lines and other more modern guides, and many tricks of the trade. Hell also give some real world advice on how to win the job. Join us for an optional day of hands-on training on March 14th and help build an actual paver project. Comments about Alex Burke from last years class: Very good teacher, knew his stuff. Helpful information. Very knowledgable in business and technical aspects. Great information. Obviously experienced. Page 11

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February 11, 2013 9:00am 4:00pm March 13 Optional hands-on training day 9:00am 4:00pm $245 before January 28, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0206CA13 Learn about the different types of walls and how to build them. Join instructor Alex Burke for design strategies, material selection, proper installation procedures, cost estimating techniques, and more. Then join us for an optional day of hands-on training on March 13 in order to test your skills by building an actual wall. Comments about Alex Burke from last years class: Very knowledgeable. His firsthand knowledge offers much greater insight than just whats in the written materials.

Parks and Athletic Fields

Athletic Field Construction and Maintenance
February 21 and 22, 2013 8:45am 4:00pm $395 before February 7, 2013; 10% late fee after; Sports field managers are eligible for a 10% discount. AT0501CA13

Designing and Installing Retaining Walls

This popular two-day class will teach you how to establish, maintain, and renovate an athletic field. Gain a wealth of knowledge that includes the following topics and more: Building a field with proper drainage Choosing the best turfgrass Contending with soil compaction Weed, insect, and disease control options Dealing with irrigation issues Pesticide application Infield maintenance procedures Striping, lining, and painting Risk management, safety, and liability issues

Outdoor Entertainment Spaces: Kitchens, Fire Pits and More

February 13, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm March 13 Optional hands-on training day 9:00am 4:00pm $245 before January 30, 2013;10% late fee after. AL0207CA13 Learn to create something high-end clients want. In this one-day program Alex Burke covers the planning, installation, and estimating processes you need to produce a quality job at a profitable price. Learn invaluable tips and tricks from an experienced contractor and expand your customer base into a more lucrative area. Please join us for an optional day of hands-on training on March 13. Comments about Alex Burke from last years class: Knows a ton of information. Very informative. Very good information.

Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in 13; 10 in 3B. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625.

Baseball and Softball Skin Surface Selection and Management

February 20, 2013 8:00am 12:00pm $175 before Febraury 6, 2013; 10% late fee after. AT0503CA13

Work smarter, not harder and keep your fields looking great! Learn how to select the best infield mix for your facility, as well as the basic construction principles of the pitchers mound and the batters box. Learn the most modern practices of building and maintaining a better infield. Here are some comments about the course from last years class: Excellent teachers. Many interesting techniques to improve fields. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 4 in 13 and 3B. Call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for other states.

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Roadsides and Snow Removal

Roadside and Right-of-Way Vegetation Management
March 22, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before March 8, 2012; 10% late fee after. AL0405CA13

Irrigation Systems
Irrigation Systems: Design and Installation
January 24 and 31, Febraury 7 and 14, 2013 9:00am 4:00pm $695 before January 10, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0601CA13 Learn irrigation from a true expert. Bob Dobson, former president of the Irrigation Association of NJ and a member of the NJ State Licensing Board, will explain the steps involved in designing and installing an irrigation system from the ground up. Learn through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on exercises; map out an entire system of your own. Youll also receive invaluable information about bidding, pricing, and calculating overhead costs from a successful and experienced irrigation contractor. Heres what your colleagues are saying about Bob: Bob was terrific! An outstanding teacher! His experience transfers into his lectures. I based my business on what I learned from Bob. Credits Pending: 2.0 GCSAA Education Points and 24 CEU hours for the Irrigation Association (National). Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information.

This one-day class provides pesticide credits in the right-of-way category, and it focuses exclusively on the challenges of managing vegetation along highways, byways and rights-of-way. Possible topics include: the latest NJDEP regulations; vegetation management on game lands; pre and post season equipment care; the success of using Krenite as a side growth control; bare ground applications under guard rails and much more! Approved Pesticide Credits: Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credit information. CPWM: Credits pending.

December 5, 2012 8:30 am 3:30 pm $195 before November 21, 2012; 10% late fee after.

Snow and Ice Removal

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This popular one-day class provides strategies and solutions for anyone who clears roads, lots, and sidewalks. The course includes separate sessions for private contractors and public grounds managers, including schools, colleges, and hospitals. The audiences meet for cross-cutting topics such as equipment, weather forecasting, anti-icing techniques, and the legal issues involved with snow removal (learn the best ways to avoid lawsuits!). Then the public sector session includes establishing best practices, designing efficient routes, and training strategies, while the private sector session covers topics like pricing, marketing, contracts, and integrating snow removal with existing clients and services. Credits Pending: CSP Certified Snow Professional credits offered by SIMA, the Snow & Ice Management Association, Inc. Also, CPWM credits. Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information.

Repair and Maintenance of Golf Course Irrigation Systems

March 11 and 12, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $395 before February 25, 2013; 10% late fee after. AT0306CA13

Are your sprinkler heads and valves causing problems? Could something have been done to prevent any of these breakdowns? Certified Irrigation Contractor and Golf Course Irrigation Designer Bob Dobson brings over forty years of experience to help address these problems. Learn from practical experiences and hands-on exercises. The course will definitely change the way you maintain your irrigation system. Credits Pending: 1.25 GCSAA Education Points and 11 CEU hours for the Irrigation Association (National). Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information. Page 13

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Irrigation Systems: Repair and Maintenance
February 22, 2013 9:00am 4:00pm $245 before February 8, 2013; 10% late fee after. AL0603CA13

Lakes and Wetlands

Lake Management
November 1 and 2, 2012 9:00am 4:30pm $395 (both days) or $275 (1 day only); EW0301CA13 $355 multi-person Whether you are a lake manager or a lake resident an ecologist or an engineer, this popular two-day course is for you. Learn how to evaluate what is needed to properly protect, manage and restore your pond, lake or reservoir. Professionals will guide you through the benefits and pitfalls of all of the most commonly implemented lake and pond management measures. The new, interactive nature of the course will provide attendees with the opportunity to discuss the specific issues and problems impacting the condition of their waterbody. The course also provides for hands-on problem solving and the in-class application of featured course topics. Join us for one day, or two! Visit www.cpe.rutgers.edu for a detailed daily agenda.

Instructor Bob Dobson will teach you how to diagnose and repair the most common problems of irrigation systems: broken pipes, malfunctioning valves, misfiring sprinkler heads, and electrical issues. Youll work with the systems components, and youll learn the best tools for every job. Bob will set aside time to answer questions about whatever is plaguing your system. Some comments from last years class: Great information about irrigation systems. Bob is awesome. Credits Pending: 6 GCSAA Education Points and 6 CEU hours for the Irrigation Association (National). Please call (732 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information.

March 8, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before February 22, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Irrigation Scheduling

Introduction to Wetland Identification

AL0604CA13 October 25, 2012 8:30am 4:30pm $285 before October 11, 2012; $295 after $275 multi-person EH0102CA13

Certified Irrigation Expert Bob Dobson says, Irrigation scheduling is an area where many professionals could use more knowledge. Theres a tendency to set the clock in April and forget about it and it costs a lot of water. Learn how to create irrigation schedules, calculate sprinkler run times, and implement best management practices. Whether youre just beginning to manage irrigation systems or youre planning to expand your site, instructor Bob Dobson will teach you to optimize your landscapes and save your water. Some comments about Bob from last years class: Great guy, helpful and knowledgeable. Perfect. Credits Pending: 1.25 GCSAA Education Points and 5.5 CEU hours for the Irrigation Association (National). Please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated information. Page 14

In this one-day combination classroom and field course, a nationally recognized wetlands expert will review the skills you need to identify freshwater wetlands and their boundaries and introduce you to wetland plant identification and soil recognition. You will learn: Why wetlands are important How they differ What indicators are used for wetland identification About the current regulations in New Jersey

Youll also find out how to access and use government maps in order to identify wetlands. Youll even get a simple introduction to the practice of wetland delineation (the technical skill of determining a wetlands precise boundaries) all in one day! Page 27

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Managing Turfgrass Insects
February 11, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before January 28, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Pest Control and Certification

January 30, 2013 9:00am 1:00pm $195 before January 16, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Pesticide Calibration

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This course will review common insect turf pests and their natural enemies. Dr. Albrecht Koppenhofer, Extension Specialist in Turf Entomology, will improve your ability to assess an infestation and select the right control measures based on insect biology. Youll learn to successfully identify turfgrass insects and their signs of damage. Youll examine insect specimens in class. Youll learn what pesticides work best for specific targets. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 3 in 10 and 13; 10 in 3B, 6B, 8C, PP2. CPWM: 5 Technical. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credit info.

Make your pesticide math problems more painless and error-free. Measuring, mixing, and calibrating pesticides or fertilizers requires a series of math calculations as you move from square footage (application area) to amount of material needed (pounds or ounces and percent of active ingredient) to flow rates to the speed of the applicator. This many steps creates a wide margin for error, so join Joe Clark for clear, common-sense math solutions. Recent comments about instructor Joe Clark: Great instructor. Took a boring subject and made it interesting. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 8 in CORE. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credit info.

March 8, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before February 22, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Turfgrass Disease Management

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CORE Pesticide Certification Training

Rich Buckley of the Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Lab will teach you to identify and control turf diseases from Dollar Spot to Pythium Blight. He emphasizes an integrated pest management approach to identify and alleviate the cause of the problem, rather than repeatedly treating its symptoms. Rich makes it fun yet informative. Heres what your colleagues have to say about instructor Rich Buckley: Best instructor Ive ever had. Always informative. Insightful and energeic. Kept my interest the entire time. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in 13; 10 in 3B, 3C, 6B and PP2. CPWM: 10 Technical. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credits. Page 26

Fee: $135 for one registrant, $99 for two to nine registrants, $89 for 10 or more. NJDEP Pesticide Control Program (PCP) regulations require commercial applicators and operators to complete a PCP-approved basic pesticide training course and perform 40 hours of on-the-job training. Bilingual courses are taught in English and Spanish. Los cursos bilinges se ensean en ingls y espaol. Licensed applicators may also take this class to earn six (6) CORE credits. Bilingual Class Dates: November 15, 2012 AE0801CC13 January 14, 2013 AE0801CE13 March 14, 2013 AE0801CG13 English Only Class Dates: December 6, 2012 AE0801CD13 February 8, 2013 AE0801CF12 April 18, 2013 - AE0801CH13

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Turf and Ornamental Plants

Reducing Pesticide Inputs and Exploring Organic Options For Sports Turf
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Turfgrass Establishment

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February 12, 2013 8:00am 12:30pm $175 before January 29, 2013; 10% late fee after.

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Sports field managers are increasingly being asked to reduce or eliminate synthetic fertilizers and pesticides but going green is easier said than done. Learn your best options and how to implement them. Topics will include: Organic sports field management. What is it? Soil management and turfgrass selection in an organic program Low-impact pesticide options Sports field management strategies using fewer pesticides Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 5 in 11 and 13; 11 in 3B, 6B, 8C and PP2. All other states please call (732) 932-9171 ext. 625.

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Snow & Ice Removal

March 6 and 7, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $395 before February 20, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds

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Water Mgmt & Drainage

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Landscape managers spend more time combating weeds than insects. Led by Scott Guiser from Penn State University, this popular two-day class covers hands-on weed identification exercises, chemical and non-chemical controls, weed life cycles, ecology, proper use of mulches, and other aspects of a modern weed control program. Youll even go outside and learn an easy way to calibrate a backpack sprayer, weather permitting. Comments from last years class about Scott Guiser: Excellent presentation style. Fantastic amount of knowledge. Great pace and sense of humor. Ive been attending continuing education here for 25 years. Scott is one of the best Ive seen. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 4 in CORE; 8 in 3B, 6B, 8C; 16 in 2, 3A and PP2. CPWM: 5 Technical. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credit info. Page 25

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Managing Insect Pests of Ornamental Plants

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NJ PLANTS NJ Convention Center

Wednesday

January 31, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before January 17, 2013; 10% late fee after.

Pest Management of Landscape Turf

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Troubleshooting pest problems is a skill customers expect (and demand) from landscape professionals and public grounds managers. Weeds, diseases, and insects are ready to attack weak turf and create an eyesore. In this one-day class, youll learn valuable clues to effectively diagnose and treat insect, disease, and weed problems in turf. Instructor Rich Buckley makes his class both fun and practical. Heres what a recent attendee had to say: Rich is the best instructor Ive ever had. He touched on a lot of very good points and problems. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in 13; 11 in 3B and PP2. CPWM: 5 Technical. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credit info. Page 24

Pest Mgmt of Ornamentals

NJ PLANTS NJ Convention Center

Organic Turf

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Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 3 in 13; 10 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2. ISA: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA Science-3; BCMA Practice-2.25. CPWM: 5 Technical. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credit information.

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Comments from last years class about Dr. Paula Shrewsbury: One of the best instructors I have seen at Rutgers. Very informative and you can tell she loves doing it. Love her!

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This one-day, hands-on course covers identifying insects, understanding their life cycles, distinguishing between beneficial and harmful insects, and applying the right control at the right time. Dr. Paula Shrewsbury will bring a truck full of specimens to view and discuss.

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Turf and Ornamental Plants

Pest Management of Ornamental Landscape Plants
January 8, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before December 25, 2012; 10% late fee after.
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The quick identification of a pest makes control much easier, and Extension Specialist Dr. Ann Gould will show you how to do it. This one-day course will supply an abundance of tips to help you recognize and control diseases, weeds, and ornamental insect problems. This class is the perfect precursor to Managing Diseases of Ornamental Plants on January 10, 2013. A typical comment about Dr. Ann Gould: Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about subject matter. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in CORE; 8 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, PP2. ISA: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA Practice-2; BCMA Manangement-3.25 CPWM: 5 Technical. For all other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625.

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Plant Health Care

Baseball/Softball

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January 10, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $195 before December 27, 2012; 10% late fee after.

Managing Diseases of Ornamental Plants

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Retaining Walls Reducing Pesticide Inputs Turf Insects

Concrete Pavers Beds & Borders Day 1 GCSAA Trade Show

Park Management and Liability Issues

Organic Turf

Insect Pests

Tree Planting

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Learn to protect your most expensive plants! In this one-day, hands-on class, Dr Ann Gould will provide you with six hours of focused instruction on diseases of ornamentals. Youll receive identification tips, prevention and control strategies, and information about emerging issues. Comments from last years class about Dr. Ann Gould: Her passion brought great interest to identifying plant diseases. Smart, funny, and engaging. She is very good at what she does. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 10 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2. ISA: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA Science-1.5; BCMA Practice-3. CPWM: 5 Technical. All other states please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credits. Page 23

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January 7 25, 2013 9:00am 3:30pm $1595 before December 21, 2012; $1695 after

Intro Sm. Engine Session 1

The Rutgers Professional Golf Turf Management School: Three Week Preparatory Short Course
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Learn practical turf science, plug into an international network of employers and earn a respected credential to grow your career without putting your career on hold or breaking the bank. Ruthlessly practical, this hands-on class covers: Golf course construction Irrigation repair and maintenance Turf establishment and renovation Diseases, insects and weeds Mowing heights and machinery maintenance And much more...

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Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 4 in 13, 3B and PP2. All other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625.

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Soil health management Selecting the proper plant species Pest management strategies without synthetic pesticides Organic turf care in practice

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Hazard Tree ID Spring

Any successful organic turf management program must rely on sound, science-based turfgrass management principles and practices. This halfday program, led by Dr. James Murphy, Extension Specialist in Turf Management, and Bradley S. Park, Sports Turf Education and Research Coordinator, will introduce you to the science underlying a proper longterm organic turf program. Topics include:

Landscape Plants Landscape Design Irrigation Systems Advanced Pruning

Landscape Plants/Design

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January 29, 2013 8:30am 3:15pm $195 before January 15, 2013; 10% late fee after.

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9:00 am 4:00 pm $395 before January 1, 2013; 10% late fee after. $195 (Single Day - January 15 only) AL0401CA13
January 15, 16, and 17, 2013 This long-running class has been revamped to cover both ornamentals and turf. Take Day 1 only to learn IPM philosophy, monitoring, and implementing strategies or take the full three days for a comprehensive study featuring degree day models; improving soil health; insect and disease ID; creative ways of removing unwanted pests and more! This is a core class in three certificate programs. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: Day 1: 4 in 3A and 3B; 8 in 13, 2, 6B, 8C, CORE. 3-Day: 8 in 2; 10 in 3A; 11 in 3B; 12 in PP2; 16 in 13 and CORE; 20 in 6B and 8C. All other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625. Also call for updated ISA and CPWM credits.

Turfgrass Management
December 13, 2012 9:00 am 3:30 pm $195 before November 29, 2012; 10% late fee after.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Basics of Turfgrass Management

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This jam-packed one-day class covers a full range of turfgrass management topics including the prevention and control of turf pests, best maintenance practices, choosing turfgrass varieties, establishing new lawns, soil compaction, and fertilization. Joe Clark (Rutgers Turfgrass/Horticulture Research Farm) and Nancy Bosold (Penn State Cooperative Extension) will be happy to answer questions about your turf problems. Comments about Joe and Nancy: Very well-spoken and information was top-notch. Invaluable knowledge, excellent teachers. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in 13; 4 in 1A and CORE, 5 in 3B and PP2. CPWM: 5 Technical. All other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625.

Safe Pest Management Practices for Schools

March 26, 2013 8:30am 4:00pm $265 before March 12, 2013; $295 after; $245 multiple AE0701CA13

December 14, 2012 9:00 am 3:45 pm $195 before November 30, 2012; 10% late fee after.

Turfgrass Establishment

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Roaches, rats and mice in school? Integrated Pest Management (IPM) uses a combination of safe, effective pest management techniques to eliminate insect or rodent infestations and prevent future problems. Learn how to manage pests in a way that minimizes health risks while still complying with New Jerseys strict regulations. Well give you all the details of NJs School Integrated Pest Management Act and teach you how to know youre in compliance. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 6 in 13, 3 in CORE, 2 in 7A and 7D, 1 in 8B. All other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625 for updated credits. Page 20

Build a better foundation for healthy turf. Instructor Joseph Clark, Principal Lab Technician at the Rutgers Turfgrass Research Farm, will combine classroom lectures with hands-on field demonstrations to provide you with essential turfgrass establishment skills including seeding rates, weed control, soil testing, fungicides, irrigation rates, and more. Learn how proper planning at the optimum time of year will make your job easier throughout the season. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 7 in 3B and PP2. CPWM: 3 Technical; 3 Management. All other states, please call (732) 932-9271 ext. 625. Page 21

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