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SUMMARY:VNLA Summer Twilight Tour:  Taylor Park 8/14/25
DESCRIPTION:August 14\, 2025 – Thursday – 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nTaylor Park Tour\n36 N. Main Street\nSt. Albans\, VT  05478\nRefreshments and snacks will be served.  There is no fee to attend.\nPlease RSVP:  kristina@vnlavt.org\nVNLA member Kelly Wakefield is the garden curator and tree stewardess of this historic public park. She and her husband maintain the St. Albans downtown streetscape plantings.  We will meet at the gazebo near the fountain to begin the tour. \nTaylor Park is a 4-acre oasis of tranquility offering respite from small town urban life.  The park was established in 1792 and named after Colonel Holloway Taylor\, who donated the land in 1870.  You can listen to the water splashing in the Historic Fountain “The Ladies” from the 1880’s (recast in the early 2\,000’s) and see pollinators buzzing around the formal Promenade Gardens. \nAs we stroll down Main Street you will learn about the streetscape plantings\, rain gardens and the municipal hanging baskets. The mood changes as you head to the south end of the park where the large maples dominate the park.  Along the back of the park is an impressive 700 foot garden with many shrubs and hardy perennials.\n\nCome and learn some Vermont history as you enjoy this fantastic community green space. \nParking is available at St.Marys Parish Hall on Hospital Drive next to the Army tank or behind the St. Albans Museum.  You can also use any public parking space along the park.  Bathrooms are available in the new Sugar House within the park.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-summer-twilight-tour-taylor-park-8-14-25/
LOCATION:Taylor Park St. Albans\, 36 N. Main Street\, St. Albans\, VT\, 05478\, United States
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SUMMARY:VNLA Summer Meeting & Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:August 21\, 2025 – 8am – 5pm\nHorsford Gardens & Nursery\n2111 Greenbush Road\nCharlotte\, VT  05445\nRegister HERE!
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-summer-meeting-trade-show-2/
LOCATION:Horsford Gardens & Nursery\, 2111 Greenbush Road\, Charlotte\, 05445\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T170000
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SUMMARY:North Branch Nature Center:  Biodiversity University Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn more HERE.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/north-branch-nature-center-biodiversity-university-course/
LOCATION:North Branch Nature Center\, 713 Elm Street\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Fall Twilight Gathering:  Verterra Tree & Shrub Nursery Tour 9/25/25
DESCRIPTION:September 25\, 2025 – Thursday – 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nVerterra Tree & Shrub Nursery Tour\n18 Baldwin Road\nHinesburg\, VT  05461\nRefreshments and snacks will be served.  There is no fee to attend.\nPlease RSVP:  kristina@vnlavt.org\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a tour of the relatively new Verterra Tree and Shrub Nursery\, a cooperatively owned nursery specializing in growing and propagating native trees and shrubs for conservation and residential plantings.  The three owners\, David Berg\, Nick Kierstead\, and Sam have over 30 years combined agricultural experience.  They are deeply committed to the restoration and preservation of watersheds through native tree propagation.   Every aspect of their operations is guided by principles of ecological stewardship. From sourcing seeds responsibly to employing sustainable cultivation practices\, they strive to minimize their environmental footprint while maximizing the positive impact of their efforts. \nVerterra partners with conservation organizations\, watershed management authorities\, and local communities and actively contributes to the restoration and protection of critical riparian zones and wetland habitats. Through these collaborative initiatives\, they aim to not only plant trees but also to nurture thriving ecosystems that are resilient to environmental challenges. \n\nThey are currently growing their inventory from seeds and vegetative cuttings. The goal is to produce a majority of their plants from local and regional provenance. This will take a number of years to achieve. In the meantime\, they will be supplementing with plants of Vermont and New England native species that have been sourced from other nurseries. Learn more about Verterra HERE. \nWe hope you can join us! \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-fall-twilight-gathering-verterra-tree-shrub-nursery-tour-9-25-25/
LOCATION:Verterra Tree & Shrub Nursery\, 18 Baldwin Road\, Hinesburg\, VT\, 05461\, United States
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SUMMARY:VNLA Fall Twilight Gathering:  Middlebury College Campus Mature Tree Tour 10/9/25
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, 2025 – Thursday – 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nMiddlebury College Campus Mature Tree Tour\n72 Porter Field Road\nMiddlebury\, VT  05753\nRefreshments and snacks will be served.  There is no fee to attend.\nPlease RSVP:  kristina@vnlavt.org\n \nPlease join us at Middlebury College for a Mature Tree Tour led by Tim Parsons.  Tim has been the College’s Landscape Horticulturist since 2006 and is responsible for the maintenance and care of the trees and all plantings\, including new installations.  Tim also manages the the athletic fields using sustainable practices and has an on-going “re-wilding project” in place on campus.   Come learn about mature tree care in the landscape.  Tim will also showcase a couple of new construction projects on campus with pathway layouts that showcase Universal Design.  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-fall-twilight-gathering-middlebury-college-campus-mature-tree-tour-10-9-25/
LOCATION:Middlebury College – Mahaney Arts Center\, 72 Porter Field Road\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T190000
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SUMMARY:VCH Exam Review/Study Prep Session
DESCRIPTION:January 26\, 2026\n5:00 – 6:00 pm – Virtual Only on Zoom\nVCH Exam Review/Study Prep Session w/ \nLinzy Vos\, VNLA Board Member and VCH\nJoin us for this exam review/study prep session for those who working toward becoming a Vermont Certified Horticulturist.  Visit HERE for more details about the program.  The next in-person exam is being offered at the VNLA Annual Winter Meeting and Trade Show on February 12\, 2026.  An in-person exam will also be offered at the VNLA Summer Meeting and Trade Show on August 27\, 2026 at Shelburne Farms\, Coach Barn.  PLEASE RSVP HERE for the exam review session:  hello@vnlavt.org. \nABOUT THE EXAM STUDY/PREP SESSION\nThis review/study prep session will be available on Zoom only – see the link below and will be recorded so we may share this with future exam takers. \nPART 1: Linzy will share tips on how to study for the VCH exam.  This includes paying attention to italics\, creating flashcards for glossary terms and to the pesticide section of the manual\, to name a few. \nPART 2:  Linzy will share examples from the exam on what the types of questions are asked and their format. Some sample questions will be shared. \nPART 3: This section will focus on how to study for the ID portion of the exam with some sample ID photos.    Linzy will share tips on how to best identify a plant\, clues of what to look for\, and how to create your own study materials on-line.  She will also share information on the grading system used\, which includes a partial point system. \nPART 4:  Time will be allotted for Q&A here. \nZOOM LINK:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89191537155?pwd=pyZDU2RhLblqGcSGjv6YNdApwH8tWe.1 \nMeeting ID: 891 9153 7155\nPasscode: 722024 \nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,89191537155#\,\,\,\,*722024# US (Chicago)\n+16469313860\,\,89191537155#\,\,\,\,*722024# US \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/89191537155/invitations?signature=suWrz_fpkmRc6BW5F_6o5phdD5qNuzLqbnYFvZwoMmQ
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vch-exam-review-study-prep-session/
LOCATION:VT
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SUMMARY:VAAFM Webinar 3/4/26:   Restoring Abundance & Conserving Rarity
DESCRIPTION:March 4\, 2026 –  (Wednesday)\, 10:00–11:00 AM\nVAAFM Plant Health Section:  Restoring Abundance and Conserving Rarity: Helping Vermont’s Native Plants Thrive\nPresenter: Grace Glynn\, State Botanist\, Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore how botanists and horticulturists can work together to restore important habitats and maintain Vermont’s ecological integrity. From the State Botanist’s perspective\, the session will offer guidance on how thoughtful plant selection and stewardship practices can support healthy native plant systems at a landscape scale. \n\n\n\nWe hope you’ll join us for one or more of these webinars and take advantage of the opportunity to connect with staff and learn more about the work happening across agencies to support plant health in Vermont. \n\n\n\nJoin link on Microsoft Teams:  ‘Restoring Abundance and Conserving Rarity: Helping Vermont’s Native Plants Thrive’\nWebinar Meeting ID: 261 132 642 452 79\nPasscode: qA6a5TG9 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Plant Health Section: Winter Webinar Series\nVermont Agency of Agriculture\, Food and Markets \nThe Vermont Agency of Agriculture\, Food & Markets (AAFM) is offering a winter webinar series for members of the nursery\, landscaping\, and green industry\, as well as anyone else interested in plant health and stewardship in Vermont. \nThis series is intended to provide practical information\, share context about how the Agency’s Plant Health Section approaches its work\, and create opportunities for people to connect directly with staff from the Plant Industry Division\, and the State Botanist from Fish and Wildlife. Topics will range from emerging approaches to communication and framing\, to on-the-ground pest monitoring and nursery inspections\, to pesticide certification\, native plant stewardship\, and collaboration across agencies to support healthy plant systems in Vermont. \nAll sessions are approximately one hour\, held online\, and open to the public.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vaafm-webinar-3-4-26-restoring-abundance-conserving-rarity/
LOCATION:VT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Winter Tour Claussen's Florist\, Greenhouse & Perennial Farm | 3/4/26
DESCRIPTION:VNLA Winter Tour\nMarch 4\, 2026 – 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nClaussen’s Florist\, Greenhouse & Perennial Farm\n187 Main Street\nColchester\, VT  05446\nCome take a tour with the growing staff\, and the facilities crew at Claussen’s.  Exciting new facilities have been in the works during the past few years\, and we are proud to share these new greenhouses with you and share our ideas.  We are excited to grow more robust and top-quality crops of annuals and perennials for the upcoming 2026 season.  Come spend a few hours with us and discuss what the future looks like in our industry in Vermont. \nPlease RSVP to hello@vnlavt.org.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-winter-tour-claussens-florist-greenhouse-perennial-farm-3-4-26/
LOCATION:Claussen’s Florist\, Greenhouse and Perennial Farm\, 187 Main Street\, Colchester\, 05446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T103000
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SUMMARY:The Composting Association of VT FREE Workshop - 3/11/26
DESCRIPTION:March 11\, 2026\, Wednesday\n10:30 am – Noon\nFrom Dry Spells to Downpours:  Compost & Soil Health for Water-Wise Landscapes – FREE WORKSHOP\nHOSTED BY:  Vermont Compost Company\, 1996 Main Street\, Montpelier\, VT \nSPONSORED BY:  The Composting Association of Vermont \n\n\n\n\nExtreme weather is testing our landscapes like never before. Compost and organic matter can transform soils into dynamic systems that hold water during drought and drain it during heavy rain. This workshop connects the dots between soil biology\, structure\, and water management. With conversation among regional producers and landscape professionals\, we’ll look at practical ways to integrate compost into nursery and landscape operations for healthier soils\, healthier plants\, and cleaner water. \nIdeal for landscapers and nursery professionals who want to build resilient landscapes from the ground up. \n\n\n\n\nSPACE IS LIMITED – RSVP Required:  HERE \nOR
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/the-composting-association-of-vt-free-workshop-11-19-25/
LOCATION:Vermont Compost Company\, 1996 Main Street\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T163000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Winter/Early Spring Tree & Shrub ID Trek at Cobble Creek Nursery-3/26/26
DESCRIPTION:VNLA Winter/Early Spring Tree & Shrub Identification\nTrek at Cobble Creek Nursery\nMarch 26\, 2026 (Thursday) – 2:00 – 4:30 pm\n991 Tyler Bridge Road\nMonkton\, VT  05443\nJoin Caylen and John Padua on walks through the nursery and surrounding woods learning and sharing tips on how to distinguish different species in the dormant season. We will be looking at twigs\, buds\, bark\, mature tree trunks and silhouettes as aids in identification. We will also discuss the use of helpful references and keys. \nPlease RSVP to hello@vnlavt.org.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-winter-early-spring-tree-shrub-id-trek-at-cobble-creek-nursery-3-26-26/
LOCATION:Cobble Creek Nursery\, 991 Tyler Bridge Road\, Monkton\, VT\, 05443\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Spring Tour at Vermont Stone Art - March 31\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:VNLA Spring Tour at Vermont Stone Art\nMarch 31\, 2026 (Tuesday) – 1:00 – 3:00 pm\n21 Metro Way\nBarre\, VT  05641\nVermont Stone Art is a local stone fabrication facility in the heart of the Vermont stone industry. During the tour they will show their equipment\, explain the processes of how different stone is fabricated and answer any stone related questions. Snacks and beverages will be provided along with a raffle for an etched and lithographed “Vermont Certified Horticulturist” stone placard. Attendee’s will automatically be entered into the raffle and we’ll draw for the winner at the end of the tour. There will also be the opportunity to tour their cutting stock that is for sale so bring a trailer if you’re thinking about taking some material home!\n\nPLEASE RSVP:  hello@vnlavt.org\n\n\n\n\nPARKING MAP:  VSA Location and Parking Map
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-spring-tour-at-vermont-stone-art-march-31-2026/
LOCATION:Vermont Stone Art\, 21 Metro Way\, Barre\, VT\, 05641\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T160000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Safety Training Session w/VT Dept. of Motor Vehicle Officers | 4/30/26
DESCRIPTION:VNLA Safety Training Session\nw/ VT Dept. of Motor Vehicle Officers\nWHEN:  Thursday\, April 30\, 2026 – 2:00 – 400 pm \nWHERE:  Church Hill Landscapes\, Inc. will be hosting this training session in their landscape yard/shop located at 823A Ferry Road\, Charlotte\, VT  05445. \nWHAT:  DMV Officer Michael Morris\, along with a second officer\, will lead this safety training session.  Officer Morris is an investigator/inspector with the VT DMV and works in commercial vehicle enforcement.  Topics that will be covered include: \n\nWho needs a CDL\nWho needs a DOT number\nLoad securement standards/demo\nMedical card information\n\nThe officers will be using a Church Hill truck and trailer for demonstration purposes.  They will also provide a small manual/pamphlet to attendees to use as a quick reference guide.  This safety session is FREE.  Please RSVP if you are able to attend:  hello@vnlavt.org. \nRefreshments/snacks will be provided by Gagne Insurance Agency. \n 
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-safety-training-session-w-vt-dept-of-motor-vehicle-officers-4-30-26/
LOCATION:Church Hill Landscapes\, Inc.\, 823A Ferry Road\, Charlotte\, VT\, 05445\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T200000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Tour @ Lincoln Hill Botanical Garden | 6/4/26
DESCRIPTION:June 4\, 2026\, Thursday – 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nLincoln Hill Botanical Garden/Rhododendron Tour\n2800 Lincoln Hill Road\nHinesburg\, VT  05461\nThe idea for the Lincoln Hill Botanical  Garden (LHBG) was conceived in 2025 by Paul Wieczoreck as a way of sharing their garden with the public. Open during weekends in May and June\, and by appointment during the rest of the season\, the gardens represent over 40 years of plant collecting\, garden design and construction. Located on a partially wooded hillside at 1\,000 ft up in the eastern edge of Hinesburg\, LHBG is home to one of the larger collections of Rhododendron and Azaleas in VT. Also well represented are many other ornamental plant groups including Mt. Laurel\, conifers\, herbaceous woodland plants and  alpines\, all integrated into multiple gardens spread over a couple acres.. A full description and history of the garden can be found here: https://www.lincolnhillbotanicalgardens.com/. \nThis is a tour you will not want to miss!   The rhododendrons and azaleas are expected to be in full bloom.  Please RSVP:  hello@vnlavt.org.  Refreshments/snacks will be served.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-tour-lincoln-hill-botanical-garden-6-4-26/
LOCATION:Lincoln Hill Botanical Garden\, 2800 Lincoln Hill Road\, Hinesburg\, VT\, 05461\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T200000
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SUMMARY:VNLA Summer Twilight Tour @ Rocky Dale Gardens | 7/9/26
DESCRIPTION:July 9\, 2026 – Thursday – 6:00 – 8:00 PM\nRocky Dale Gardens Tour\n806 Rocky Dale Road\nBristol\, VT  05443\nWhen Ed Burke purchased Rocky Dale Gardens in 2004\, the display gardens established in 1981 were already showing signs of overcrowding\, invasive plant spread\, and years of deferred management and maintenance. The nursery itself also needed revitalization\, particularly in restoring its reputation for specimen conifers and other unique\, hard-to-find plant material. \nWhile balancing the demands of his landscaping business in Minneapolis\, Ed worked on the gardens whenever time allowed while steadily rebuilding the nursery. After 20 years at Rocky Dale\, the gardens have evolved\, and he now sees a clear direction for their future. \nInheriting a mature garden requires countless decisions. Come see what has been preserved\, hear about what has been removed\, and discover the new ideas beginning to take shape throughout the landscape. Notable mature woody specimens include European beeches\, magnolias\, stewartias\, and numerous conifers. \nRefreshments and snacks will be served.   \nPlease RSVP to:  hello@vnlavt.org.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/vnla-summer-twilight-tour-rocky-dale-gardens-7-9-26/
LOCATION:Rocky Dale Gardens\, 806 Rocky Dale Road\, Bristol\, Vermont\, 05443\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 MNLA Down to Earth Summer Conference & Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:MNLA Down to Earth Summer Conference & Trade Show\nJuly 23\, 2026 – Thursday\nSavage Farms\n128 Lower Road\nDeerfield\, MA  01342\nThe Vermont Nursery and Landscape Association has officially signed on as an event sponsor of the Down to Earth Summer Conference & Trade Show\, hosted by the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association!  VNLA members receive a discounted rate on registration! \nThis year’s event brings together green industry professionals from across the region for a full day of education\, networking\, and hands-on learning. Attendees will hear from renowned horticulturist Michael Dirr\, along with a lineup of expert educators covering timely and practical topics for today’s landscape and nursery professionals. \nKeynote speaker Michael A. Dirr\, is the author of seven books\, including Manual of Woody Landscape Plants: Their Identification\, Ornamental Characteristics\, Culture and Propagation and Uses\, a widely used and best-selling reference text.  A Mercer scholar\, Dirr is considered one of the green industry’s most celebrated plant experts. A professor of horticulture at the University of Georgia\, his teaching\, lectures\, seminars\, garden study tours and plant introduction programs have contributed to industry awareness. \nThe Summer Conference will be a nostalgic journey through decades of landscaping and nursery innovation\, style\, and culture—from the ‘60s to the early 2000s.  “Down to Earth” also offers valuable opportunities to earn pesticide and professional certification CEUs\, making it not only an engaging summer event\, but a meaningful investment in workforce development. \nThrough this partnership\, VNLA members are invited to take advantage of MNLA’s early registration Member Rate of just $75 when registering on or before June 30. \nMore than a conference\, “Down to Earth” is an opportunity for business owners and managers to recognize\, empower\, and thank their teams—providing access to professional development\, peer networking\, and a well-earned day of learning and fun in a collaborative outdoor setting. \nMNLA looks forward to welcoming VNLA members to Deerfield this July for a truly “down to earth” experience that strengthens both businesses and the broader green industry community. Learn more and register HERE.
URL:https://vnlavt.org/event/2026-mnla-down-to-earth-summer-conference-trade-show/
LOCATION:Savage Farms\, 128 Lower Road\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342
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