Cruise the Canals

Join Water - Use It Wisely, Local First Arizona and Watershed Management Group on December 1 for a cruise of the canals. Desert dwellers know what a precious resource water is. But do you know where our water comes from and how it gets to your tap? Join us on a bike cruise along the Arizona Canal, where we'll pedal from Old Town Scottsdale to OHSO …

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Scottsdale’s free Green Building Lecture Series

Future Proofing: Carbon Neutrality & Energy Ef ciency inNew & Existing Buildings While renewable energy reduces the need to produce energyfrom dirty sources in the future, energy ef ciency reduces the need to produce energy now. Energy ef ciency is among themost cost-effective ways to reduce carbon emissions, makingit a key part of ghting climate change. Learn how you canreduce …

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Mesa Landscape Classes: What is a Master Gardener?

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Learn about the University of Arizona Master Gardener Volunteer Program, the plethora of resources the program has made available to you as a gardener, how to request help with plant or pest problems and how to be trained and certified as a master gardener yourself! Arizona Master Gardeners are university-trained volunteers who serve as community educators. They work with the …

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Mesa Landscape Classes: Vegetable Gardening

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Gardening in the desert isn't always easy, but it is entirely possible to be harvesting something from your garden every week of the year in Arizona! Arizona Master Gardener Laura Ward will talk about the University of Arizona desert gardening calendar, her experiences in the U of A demo garden and how to kick your backyard garden up a few …

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Glendale’s Free Landscape Class: Insects in Your Garden: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

Do you ever wonder if that insect lurking in your garden is a friend or foe? Insects play a vital role in the local ecology and most are beneficial to your garden. Carol Stuttard, Maricopa County Master Gardener, will introduce you to the wonderful and fascinating world of insects to help you discover who are your garden’s allies and enemies. …

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Mesa Landscape Classes: Composting

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Make kitchen scraps into black gold for your garden or container plants. We'll talk about how to use a composting container and start composting your kitchen scraps, leaves and other inputs to make great compost. Arizona Master Gardeners are university-trained volunteers who serve as community educators. They work with the University of Arizona providing research based information on environmentally responsible …

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Mesa Landscape Classes: What is a Master Gardener?

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Learn about the University of Arizona Master Gardener Volunteer Program, the plethora of resources the program has made available to you as a gardener, how to request help with plant or pest problems and how to be trained and certified as a master gardener yourself! Arizona Master Gardeners are university-trained volunteers who serve as community educators. They work with the …

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Avondale’s free landscape workshop: Pruning for beauty and health

Class covers the basics of pruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. Learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure. After this class, you will be ready to prune your trees and shrubs with confidence.

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Chandler’s Free Smart Irrigation Controller Workshop

How smart is your irrigation controller? Chances are, not too smart. The newest generation of irrigation products available automatically adjusts irrigation schedules based on actual site characteristics and weather conditions. These controllers can cut back irrigation if it rains; apply more water during unexpected hot or dry spells; and automatically adjust watering to reduce runoff from slopes. Learn how this …

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