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NCASLA 2008 Annual Spring Conference Agenda
June 5-7, 2008 at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center,
New Bern, NC
North Carolina’s Water Resource: Conservation, Preservation, Sustainable Management
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| Thursday, June 5 |
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| 11:30 – 1:00 pm |
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Registration Open |
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New Bern Riverfront Convention Center |
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| 1:00 - 3:00 pm |
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NCASLA Executive Committee Meeting |
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New Bern Riverfront Convention Center |
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| 1:00 - 5:00 pm |
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North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects Ethics Session |
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New Bern Riverfront Convention Center |
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The Ethics course, sponsored by the NC Board of Landscape Architects, will focus on the Rules of Professional Conduct for Landscape Architects. All Registered Landscape Architects are charged with knowing the Rules of Professional Conduct, and thoroughly understanding the Rules of Professional Conduct can help the Landscape Architect perform their work in a professional manner and better protect the public. Course topics include a review of the Rules of Professional Conduct for Landscape Architects and discussion of case studies involving Landscape Architects and other professions. Course attendees are encouraged to contribute to discussions of case studies. Registration is limited to 50 people. You must register with NCBOLA @ 919.850.9088 to reserve a seat! |
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| 6:00 - 7:30 pm |
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Registration Open |
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| 7:00 - 9:00 pm |
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Opening Reception and Dinner in Exhibit Hall sponsored b y Belgard Hardscapes |
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| Friday, June 6 |
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| 7:15 am |
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Registration Open |
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New Bern Riverfront Convention Center |
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| 7:15 - 8:00 am |
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Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall sponsored by Streetprint |
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| 8:00 – 8:15 am |
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Opening Session |
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Welcome |
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Tim Maloney, ASLA, NCASLA President Elect |
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President Address |
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Dan Jewell, ASLA, NCASLA President |
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| 8:15 – 9:30 am |
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Green Infrastructure
Join Ann English for a presentation on “Green Infrastructure”. She will describe how open space, linear parks, road systems and other hubs provide a network of links that can be developed as Green Highways using a Low Impact Development approach.
Ann English, RLA, ASLA, LEED AP, is a Senior Environmental Planner at the Low Impact Development Center, Inc, in Beltsville, MD, a non-profit water resource research organization. Her work focuses on sustainable design issues including green infrastructure development, LID retrofits in urban environments, applications of LID tools and communication of that information. Projects include the development of integrated learning environments at schools, designing stormwater solutions using LID tools, which promote environmentally sustainable practices in landscape architecture, and developing educational materials for a variety of audiences. Ms. English has also taught design and energy efficient
landscape courses at the University of Georgia and George Washington University. |
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Ann English, RLA, ASLA, LEED AP |
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| 9:30 - 10:00 am |
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Break with Exhibitors |
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| 10:00 -11:15 am |
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Concurrent Sessions: |
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Session 1A: Intergovernmental Stormwater Management Plan for Wake County
In 2006, thirteen local governments in Wake County came together to develop a collaborative, intergovernmental plan for managing stormwater across the County. The County is now working with local governments to implement the plan. The presentation will cover highlights of the planning and implementation process.
Britt Stoddard holds a master’s in Urban Planning and has worked for Wake County as a planner, project manager, and budget director for 29 years. He has worked on numerous intergovernmental planning efforts including regional water and sewer plans, land use plans, growth management strategies, and stormwater strategic plans. |
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Britt Stoddard |
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Session 1B: Water Conservation Solutions for the Landscape
This presentation will review ten irrigation system solutions that can reduce irrigation system water use yet maintain a healthy landscape. The ten solutions will cover irrigation
system design, products, control systems and water sources. These techniques will result in a 70% reduction in water use on a typical 1-acre landscape.
Michael Clark has been in the water business for over 30 years and is President of Clark Irrigation Design & Consulting. His business focuses on water conservation oriented irrigation system design/management, auditing, and water conservation upgrades for commercial, residential, and golf course landscapes. Michael has spent the past 11 years serving on the Irrigation Association’s Certification Board and as Chairman in 2006. During 2006 and 2007, he spearheaded the new Irrigation Association’s Certified Water\Conservation Manager-Landscape Program. Currently he serves on the Irrigation Association’s Educational Foundation Board of Trustees. He became an EPA WaterSense partner in 2007. |
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Michael Clark, CWCM-L, CID, CIC, CLIA, CGIA |
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| 11:15 – 11:45 am |
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North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects Update
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Richard Lee, RLA, ASLA
Chairman, NCBOLA |
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| 11:45 – 12:45 pm |
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Lunch in Exhibit Hall sponsored by Skinner Nurseries |
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| 12:00 – 12:15 pm |
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ASLA Fellows Update |
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| 12:15 – 12:45 pm |
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Legislative Update |
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Angie Harris, Williams Mullen Maupin Taylor |
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| 12:45 – 2:00 pm |
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Session 2A: River Dunes: A Model of Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Coastal Development
Through collaboration with governmental and non-profit regulatory agencies, the River Dunes design team developed a master land plan that aims at protecting natural resources and fostering a sustainable waterfront community. This presentation will cover the overall project vision, landscape and hardscape design elements, stormwater management and wastewater reuse.
Grant Livengood heads the efforts of McKim & Creed's Raleigh Planning & Land Development division. He has over 13 years of civil engineering experience and is knowledgeable in all aspects of land development project management including permitting, coordination of design approval, cost estimating and construction observation. He graduated from North Carolina State University with a degree in civil engineering.
Curt Blazier has over six years of experience as a civil designer and project manager on a variety of commercial and residential site development and construction dewatering projects. His design background includes planning, design, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, AutoCAD land development desktop and construction observation. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in civil engineering.
Bill Lincicome has over 30 years of experience in landscape architecture and significant expertise in planning, design, installation and maintenance services to commercial, residential, institutional and community operations. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture from North Carolina State University and a Masters of Architecture from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Ed Mitchell is a developer of master planned communities and is the President of River Dunes Corporation. He has eighteen years experience in the planning, development,
sales and marketing of more than twenty communities. One of his current projects is the River Dunes Community, which has been recognized as a model for coastal development.
Ed received his B.A. from N.C. State University and currently holds a CPA and Real Estate Brokers License.
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Grant Livengood, Ed Mitchell, Curt Blazier, Bill Lincicome |
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Session 2B: Our New Water Resource – Reclaimed Water
Use of reclaimed water (highly treated wastewater) is becoming a valuable tool to meet water supply needs in North Carolina. The impact of our population growth, as well as, climate conditions (droughts) is placing a high priority on the use of our fresh water supplies for potable (drinking water) uses. Reclaimed water use for non-potable uses such as irrigation, aesthetic fountains and ponds, as well a s industrial uses, are viable options for North Carolina. This presentation will discuss the current reuse opportunities as well as reclaimed water regulatory enhancements being developed as a result of the current drought.
Don Safrit, P.E., is a Senior Technical Specialist specializing in reuse and regulatory matters for McKim & Creed. Don is involved in a number of reuse activities and projects in North Carolina, including reuse projects for the City of Raleigh, Johnston County, UNC Chapel Hill, and Brunswick County. Don has been a strong leader in North Carolina’s Reuse initiatives. He served as the principal author and lead in the development of North Carolina’s Reuse Regulations in the mid-ninety’s while he was with the NC Division of Water Quality. Don has served as past Chair and Vice Chair of the NC AWWA/WEA Reuse Committee and has recently been selected to serve in the Vice Chair role again. Don is currently serving on the NC DENR DWQ Reuse Rule Stakeholders Group as a representative of the NC AWWA/WEA Reuse Committee.
Don is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of North and South Carolina and is an active member of AWWA, WEA, and the WateReuse Association. |
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Don Safrit |
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| 2:00 – 2:30 pm |
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Break with Exhibitors |
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| 2:30 – 3:45 pm |
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Concurrent Sessions |
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Session 3: Recent Changes in the Federal Regulatory Program
The presentation will cover recent changes in the Federal Regulatory Program, specifically relating to jurisdictional waters and wetlands within the state of North Carolina.
Ken Jolly is a certified wetland scientist serving as Chief of the Regulatory Division of the US Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District. He started at the Wilmington District’s
Regulatory Division in 1978 and moved to field office Chief in Raleigh from 1987-2002. Since 2002 he has been serving in his current position in the Wilmington District. |
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Ken Jolly |
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Understanding Riparian Areas and DWQ Buffer Regulations
The term “riparian” means “of or pertaining to river banks”. These riparian areas act as natural buffers between the water and activities on land. In North Carolina, there are state regulations protecting the riparian area in four river basins. This presentation will focus on understanding riparian areas and regulations related to development.
Amy Yount holds a B.S. in Biology and a M.A. in Environmental Education. She has worked with the Division of Water Quality since 2004, first as an ambient water monitor and currently as the enforcement/compliance officer with the 401/wetlands unit. In this position she works to enforce regulations of the 401 Water Quality Certification, Wetlands, Surface Water Standards, and Stormwater and Riparian Buffer program in 21 counties. |
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Amy Yount |
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Session 3B: Stream Restoration Using Natural Channel Design
Stream restoration re-establishes the structure, function and self-sustaining nature of a stream system. Restoration may include removal of disturbances; installation of structures and vegetation; and reshaping of unstable streams into designed functional streams with floodplain connection. This presentation will introduce the need and outline the practice of stream restoration.
Barbara Doll is water quality specialist for NC Sea Grant, which is a federal/state program that promotes the wise use of coastal resources. Based at NC State University, she focuses on ecological restoration. Through grant funding, she implements a variety of restoration projects including the repair of a degraded urban stream located on the NCSU campus. |
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Barbara Doll |
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Incorporating Stream Restoration Into Landscape Architect Designs
Stream restoration is important in providing aesthetic value, improved habitat, and stability to projects within floodplains. Restoration can include improvement of existing culvert functions, planting for visibility and safety, educational opportunities, stability for planned crossings, and sensory enhancement for project end users. The presentation will focus on ways to incorporate a variety of techniques into landscape projects.
Becky Ward is the president of Ward Consulting Engineers. The company specializes in stormwater management, stream, and wetland restoration. Over the past 28 years she has been involved with many aspects of public and private design projects. For the last eight years her work has focused on stream restoration. |
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Becky Ward |
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| 3:45 – 4:00 pm |
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Break with Exhibitors |
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| 4:00 – 5:15 pm |
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Concurrent Sessions |
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Session 4A: Implementing LID through Site Planning and Design
Applications of Low Impact Development (LID) in site planning and design is a function of many variables including regulatory requirements, pre-development hydrology, soils, municipal interests, and attitude of developing entity. The presentation will focus on unique applications of LID as they relate to the process of creating a master planned community.
Andy Hadsell, PE, CEM serves as the Storm Water Group Leader for Chas. H. Sells, Inc. and is a Professional Engineer and Certified Floodplain Manager. His expertise includes stormwater and floodplain management, riverine and coastal land development, and municipal projects. As an advocate of LID he has been involved in planning of such systems and specializes in applying responsible and appropriate design solutions through use of Better Site Design techniques.
Budd Titlow, PWS serves as the Natural Systems Group Leader for Chas. H. Sells, Inc. and is a Professional Wetland Scientist and Wildlife Biologist. He has worked on over 1,000 projects for public and private clients throughout the United States. His areas of expertise include LID sustainable design practices. Budd has a great deal of respect for the value of the natural environment and is also a published author/photographer. |
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Andy Hadsell & Bud Titlow |
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Session 4B: Native Plants: Beauty, Ecology, and Conservation
This presentation will focus on celebrating and taking advantage of regionally native plant in the home landscape. Choose plants with the site in mind and to particular local environmental conditions. If non-native plants are considered, ensure that these are not actual or potential invasives.
Johnny Randall has both a MS and PhD in Botany and served as university faculty for ten years before joining the North Carolina Botanical Garden (NCBG) in 1998 as Assistant Director for Conservation and adjunct faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. At NCBG Johnny oversees the conservation of natural areas and administers rare plant programs. |
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Johnny Randall |
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| 5:30 – 7:00 pm |
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NCSU Alumni Reception – Hosted at the office of Maune Belangia Faulkenberry Architects PA (walking distance from the host hotel) |
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| 6:30 – 9:00 pm |
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Evening Social sponsored by Pine Hall Brick
Music and heavy hors devours will highlight Friday evenings’ social event which will be held at a local artists home on the waterfront, overlooking the Neuse River. This home is full of artwork by the owners, Janet and Michael Francoeur. The Francoeurs’ also own Carolina Creations, which features the artwork of over 200 professional artists from North Carolina, and across the United States and Canada. The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. and is within walking distance of the Sheraton and Convention Center. |
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| Saturday, June 7th |
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| 7:30 – 8:30 am |
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Breakfast (Sponsored Education Session) |
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| 8:00 – 8:15 am |
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Intuitive CAD Design: From Concept to Completion
Intuitive Design is more than drawing intelligently; it is drawing with intelligent tools. This presentation will show that intuitive design is having the ability to produce drawings using CAD, from concepts to construction drawings (yes, even illustrative 3D presentation drawings),
while using only one program.
Eric Gilby has over 13 years of CAD experience in landscape design and landscape architecture. He is a registered landscape architect using his CAD expertise and industry knowledge to train and educate other design professionals with the aim of improving their success in using CAD in their landscape design/landscape architecture practice.
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Eric Gilbey |
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Sustainable Drainage Solutions
This presentation will provide an overview of traditional stormwater solutions vs. sustainable methods and ideas. Specifically, it will review design methods which include the use of pervious pavement, utilization of bio-swales, and the use of micro drainage products to achieve a more sustainable, environmentally friendly and cost efficient stormwater management solution.
Jeff Domenick is a registered Landscape Architect and Regional Specification Manager for NDS; manufacturer of High Density Polyethylene Drainage (HDPE), pervious paving, and drip irrigation products. |
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Jeff Domenick |
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President Address |
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Dan Jewell, ASLA
NCASLA President |
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| 8:30 – 9:45 am |
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Panel Discussion – Coastal Area Development
Discussion will focus on development issues and opportunities in the coastal areas of North Carolina. Key points will include environmental and economic impacts; controls currently in place including federal, state and local rules, regulations and ordinances; and enforcement of these rules, regulations and ordinances with the end goal being sound development through sensitive design and best management practices. The availability and receptiveness of community input and political involvement will also be discussed.
Mack Little, RLA, FASLA , Moderator – Little & Little Landscape Architects/Land Planners
Alice Underhill – NC House Representative
Christine Mele – Pamlico County Board of Commissioners
Dave Cox – Town of Oriental Board of Commissioners
Kathy Kellum - Town of Oriental Board of Commissioners
Larry Baldwin – Lower Neuse Riverkeeper
Grant Livengood, PE – Mckim & Creed, PA
Ed Mitchell – President, River Dunes Corporation
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| 9:45 – 10:30 am |
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Checkout of hotel |
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| 10:30 - 12:00 pm |
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Concurrent Educational Tours |
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Educational Tour 1 - Historic Downtown New Bern Tour
This tour will be conducted by Mr. Nelson McDaniel of the Swiss Bear Development Corporation. New Bern has experienced significant revitalization and redevelopment of its downtown area and waterfront over the past 25 years. This tour promises to be enlightening, interesting, and informative. Mr. McDaniel will begin the tour at the convention center with a brief introduction and presentation. He will then lead the tour through downtown New Bern where a discussion will focus on key revitalization and urban design projects. Design professionals will learn firsthand what has made this beautiful city a major attraction and success story. |
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Educational Tour 2 - Tryon Palace Garden & Grounds Tour
This tour will feature the well-known Tryon Palace Gardens. Tryon Palace has over 14 acres of gardens offering over three centuries of gardening history. Lisa Wimpfheimer, Curator of the Garden at Tryon Palace, will begin her tour with a brief introduction and presentation at the Convention Center. Ms. Wimpfheimer will then lead the tour to the Tryon Palace Gardens where a discussion will focus on the wide variety of gardens and their history, current and planned projects, and other unique features of the Palace grounds. Design professionals will learn about many different plants used, over the centuries, for a variety of practical purposes and the challenges of maintaining the grounds of this beautiful historic site.
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Lisa Wimpfheimer |
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Lunch on the Convention Center Veranda |
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Conference concludes |
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