Native Plant Master® at Denver/Gilpin/Jefferson County
Now the complete list of 2013 Denver/Jeffco/Gilpin remaining courses and classes is available here.
Native Plant Landscaping - Tuesday - March 12
Colorado has a wealth of native plants, colorful wildflowers, grasses, shrubs and trees, which are well adapted to our variable climate, soils, temperatures and elevations. In this 4 hour class taught by CSU’s Dr. Irene Shonle, you’ll learn how to use native plants in your landscape, and be introduced to many beautiful, hardy native plants. Learn more at http://nativeplantlandscaping2013.eventbrite.com
Basic Botany Class - Tuesday, March 26
Enjoy an interactive, fun and fact-filled class designed to prepare you for success in your study of Colorado's flora. Participants will be exposed to basic botanical terminology, taxonomy and ecology as we navigate a botanical key and explore some of the more useful bits of the primary reference for field botany in our state, Colorado Flora, Eastern Slope, Fourth Edition. Learn more at http://basicbotany2013march26.eventbrite.com
Plant Families and Keying Class - Tuesday, April 2
This class delves deeper into intricacies of Colorado plant families, including key identifying characteristics, followed by a close-up opportunity to key out plants in the field (weather permitting). It is recommended that participants have basic botany knowledge before attending this class. Learn more at http://plantfamilies2013april2.eventbrite.com. For those needing an introductory botany class that covers parts of a plant and gives a basic intro to plant recognition, see Basic Botany Class on March 26 or April 25.
Introduction to Invasive Weeds and Management - Thursday - April 4
An entry level class taught by CSU’s Dr. George Beck that will cover ID of Colorado’s A- and B-list weeds including live specimens; information about our state weed law; weed biology (life cycles, weed evolution, weeds and succession); strategies and methods for weed management and sprayer calibration. Learn more at http://weedmanagementintro2013.eventbrite.com
Basic Botany Class - Thursday, April 25
Enjoy an interactive, fun and fact-filled class designed to prepare you for success in your study of Colorado's flora. Participants will be exposed to basic botanical taxonomy and ecology as we get a close-up look at plant parts, discover botanical terminology, and basic identifying characteristics to set you up for success in the field. Learn more at http://basicbotany2013april25.eventbrite.com
Invasive Weed Management for Experienced Land Owners - Tuesday - April 30
An intermediate to advanced class taught by CSU’s Dr. George Beck for those that have experienced previous weed training and will cover weed biology and ecology and how this information is used when designing weed management strategies. Ecologically-based weed management will be emphasized including information on using grazing to manage weeds as well as integrating herbicide use with seeding for site recovery. ID, biology and management of local weeds of importance as identified by course participants also will be included. Learn more at http://advancedweedmanagement2013.eventbrite.com
2013 NPM Course at Mt. Falcon Park - Sat - May 4, 11, 18
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmcoursefalcon2013.eventbrite.com/
Beyond Bloom - Comparison of Ecosystems - Saturday, 5/4, 5/25, 6/22
Let's have a closer look at plant families and survival adaptations as elevation changes. For instance, why the rosaceae family ranges from foothills woody Prunus americana (wild plum) to alpine Acomastylis rossii (alpine avens). We'll practice keying and also consider how flowers get their colors and how they attract pollinators. No test! Learn more at http://beyondbloom2013.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course at Green Mountain Park - Sun - May 5, 12, 19
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmgreenmountain2013.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course at Lair O the Bear Park in May - Fri - May 10, 17, 24
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://bear2013may.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course at Lookout Mountain Nature Center - Sun -5/19, 5/26, 6/2
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmlmnc2013.eventbrite.com/
Plant Families and Keying Class - Thuesday, May 21
This course delves deeper into intricacies of Colorado plant families, including key identifying characteristics, followed by a close-up opportunity to key out plants in the field (weather permitting), while the basic botany class teaches parts of a plant and gives a basic intro to plant recognition, It is recommended that participants have basic botany knowledge before attending this course. Learn more at http://plantfamilies2013may21.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course at Lair O the Bear Park in June - Fri - 5/31, 6/7, 6/14
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmcoursebear2013.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course at Plains Conservation Center - Tue - June 4, 11, 18
Participants learn botanical information about prairie plants, including Latin names, family characteristics, ecological relationships, native or noxious status, and human use information. An interesting and informative course highlighting plants in one of the most beautiful of Colorado's ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmpcc2013.eventbrite.com
Basic Botany Class - Thursday, June 6
Enjoy an interactive, fun and fact-filled class designed to prepare you for success in your study of Colorado's flora. Participants will be exposed to basic botanical terminology, taxonomy and ecology as we navigate a botanical key and explore some of the more useful bits of the primary reference for field botany in our state, Colorado Flora, Eastern Slope, Fourth Edition. Learn more at http://basicbotany2013june6.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course at Reynolds Park In June - Sat - June 8, 15, 22
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmcoursereynoldsjune2013.eventbrite.com/
2013 NPM Course Level II - Riparian Herbaceous Plants: Grasses and Grass-likes - Mon - 6/17, 7/15, 8/12
Riparian Herbaceous Plants: Grasses and Grass-likes - Description: Many unique plants persist in wetland and riparian environments. The course will focus on the identification/ecology of riparian grasses and grass-like plants (rushes and sedges) found along Bear Creek. A selection of other important forbs, shrubs, and trees will also be examined. Learn more at http://npmgrasses2013.eventbrite.com
Discover Staunton State Park - Monday - June 24
Explore Colorado's newest state park! Spend a half-day hiking at Staunton State Park guided by state park volunteers who are Native Plant Masters. Enjoy views of high rocky outcrops while learning about the plants of the upper Montane ecosystem. Discover interesting new plants while enjoying old favorites during this 2.5 mile hike to riparian areas of the Mason Creek Trail. This new park is located off Highway 285 18 miles south of C470. Dress for the weather, bring snacks and adequate water for a morning hike. Learn more at http://stauntonstatepark2013-eorg.eventbrite.com
2013 NPM Course at Reynolds Park In July - Sat - July 6, 13, 20
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmcoursereynoldsjuly2013.eventbrite.com
2013 NPM Course at Golden Gate Canyon - Fri - July 12, 19, 26
Take a Native Plant Master® course and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore trails in this natural area. During three outdoor field sessions, you will learn common and scientific names, ecological relationships and human uses of 40 - 50 plants. You will also develop skills in using family features and a botanical key to identify plants. Course includes special emphasis on natives useful for landscaping and alien invasives that threaten native ecosystems. Learn more at http://npmcoursegoldengate2013.eventbrite.com
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