March/April 2018 Green for Life Magazine

A Landscape Alberta Nursery Trades Association member publication

March/April, 2018 Vol. 6, No. 2

Landscape Alberta Spring Forum & Awards Night Who is Your Company?

Greetings from Antarctica

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Advancing the professional landscape industry.

MANAGING­EDITOR­| Joel­Beatson PRODUCTION­&­EDITING­| Carmen­Johnson ADVERTISING­| Erynn­Watson­

Landscape­Alberta­Green for Life is­a­professional­publication­for the­landscape­trade­in­Alberta.

Editorial­and­Advertising­ Landscape­Alberta 18051­107­Avenue­NW­Edmonton,­AB­­­T5S­1K3 P:­780-489-1991­­­F:­780-444-2152 admin@landscape-alberta.com

Landscape­Alberta­does­not­assume­responsibility­for­and­does not­ endorse­ the­ contents­ of­ any­ advertisements­ herein.­ All representations­or­warranties­made­are­those­of­the­advertiser­and not­the­publication.­Views­expressed­herein­are­those­of­the­authors and­do­not­necessarily­reflect­the­views­and­opinions­of­Landscape Alberta­or­its­members.

Material­may­not­be­reprinted­from­this­magazine­without­the consent­of­Landscape­Alberta.

ISSN­No:­1929-7114­(print) ISSN­N0:­1929-7122­(online)

Landscape Alberta Board of Directors Brian­Gibson,­Green­Drop­Lawns­Ltd.,­Chair

Ken­Ruddock,­ULS­Maintenance­&­Landscaping­Inc. Cody­Brown,­Tree­to­Tree­Nurseries­Ltd.

Jeff­Oudyk,­CSLA,­AALA,­JLG,­Land­Tec­Landscape­Contractors­Ltd. John­van­Roessel,­CLM,­CLT,­JVR­Landscape­(2006)­Inc.,­Treasurer Keith­Plowman,­K­Plowman­Contracting­Ltd. Laura­Watson,­Finning­Canada

March 8-9, 2018 Landscape­Alberta­Spring­Workshop­&­Awards­Celebration www.landscape-alberta.com March 9 - 18, 2018 Canada­Blooms Enercare­Centre,­Toronto,­ON www.canadablooms.com

March 14, 2018 Landscape­Sasktachewan­Spring­Workshop,­Saskatoon,­SK www.snla.ca

March 21-23, 2018 Tree­Insect­and­Disease­Management­Course,­Red­Deer,­AB www.arborcanada.ca For a full list of industry events, visit: www.landscape-alberta.com/?page_id=404

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Industry and Association News 4-6 Landscape­Alberta­Spring­Forum­&­Awards­Night­­........................... 4 Report­on­Stormwater­Management­............................................... 5 Ultra­Violet­Picked­as­2018­Colour­of­the­Year­­­................................. 5 Canada­Blooms­Plants­of­the­Year­2018­­........................................... 6

Job­Postings­­.................................................................................... 7 Who­is­Your­Company?­­.................................................................... ­8-9 Greetings­from­Antarctica­­.............................................................. 11-12 Landscape­Onsites­Lesson:­Fire­Extinguishers­­................................ 13 A­Look­Back­at­Our­Association­­...................................................... 14­ ­

Adam­Jansen,­The­Jansen­Group Landscape Alberta Staff Joel­Beatson,­CAE,­CLM,­­Executive­Director joel.beatson@landscape-alberta.com Marnie­Main,­Member­Services­Director member.services@landscape-alberta.com Erynn­Watson,­Events­Coordinator erynn.watson@landscape-alberta.com

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Valerie­Stobbe,­Trade­Show­Coordinator valerie.stobbe@landscape-alberta.com

Carmen­Johnson,­Communications­Coordinator carmen.johnson@landscape-alberta.com Cheryl­Teo,­Bookkeeper accounting@landscape-alberta.com

On the Cover Photo:­2017­Landscape­Award­of­Merit­ Winner,­Earthlings­Inc,­Thom­Residence Landscape­Alberta­Spring...­pg.­4 Who­is­Your­Company­pg.­8 Greetings­from­Antarctica­pg­11­

Landscape Alberta Spring Forum & Awards Night Who is Your Company?

Greetings from Antarctica

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Industry and Association News...

Landscape Alberta Spring Forum & Awards Night March 8-9, 2018 Workshop: Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre South, 4235 Gateway Boulevard Awards: The Rec Room South Common, 1725 99 St NW Join­us­once­again­for­this­year’s­Spring­Forum­and­Awards Night!­Each­year­we­strive­to­bring­informative,­relevant, and­engaging­topics­for­landscape­horticulture­ professionals­across­Alberta.­Combined­with­our­Landscape Awards­presentation,­this­is­an­amazing­opportunity­to­ celebrate­and­foster­excellence.

Kicking­off­day­one,­Dr.­Linda­Chalker-Scott­will­be­hosting Selecting Healthy Trees and Installing Them Correctly; learn­how­to­select­healthy­plants­at­the­nursery­and­the best­ways­to­help­roots­establish.­Then­join­Danny­Kerr,­as he­shows­you­How to Attract and Hire Rock Star Staff; this seminar­will­cover­the­key­steps­to­find,­filter,­and­hire­the perfect­team­member.

Then,­later­that­evening­be­sure­to­join­us­for­a­gaming­ extravaganza­at­The­Rec­Room,­South­Common,­as­we­ celebrate­2017’s­Landscape­Award­winners.­Your­ticket­ includes­dinner­and­80­game­tokens,­so­you­can­explore over­60,000­sq.­ft.­of­classic,­virtual,­and­video­games.

Day­two­starts­with­breakfast­and­networking­in­the­ morning­to­get­you­energized­for­an­incredible­day­of­ improving­your­business.­Then­join­Jeffrey­Scott­for­The Design-Build Growth Symposium,­which­will­focus­on­ raising­your­margins,­differentiating­your­company,­and­ creating­work-life­balance­that­ensures­your­company continues­to­grow.

Register online now: http://www.landscape-alberta.com/?page_id=121

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GAME ON

AT THIS YEAR’S

AWARDS NIGHT March 8, 2018 The Rec Room, South Common 1725 99 St NW

$85 for Members

$115 for non-members

Your ticket includes dinner and 80 free game tokens Register online: www.landscape-alberta.com 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm

Reception; Play dozens of fun games Dinner Awards Begin

Dress code: Denim to Diamonds Come prepared to play skee-ball and look good doing it

Staying overnight? Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre (South) has rooms blocked. Call (780) 438-1222 and quote “LAB.”

Report on Stormwater Management: Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Natural On-Site Methods Extreme­weather­events­causing­ooding­can­be­mitigated­by eective­stormwater­management.

This­report­commissioned­by­CNLA­provides­5­scenarios­for stormwater­management­for­municipal,­commercial­and­ residential­implementation,­including­their­analysis­for­cost and­eectiveness.­ Read­more­in­the­CNLA­report: https://cnla.ca/uploads/pdf/LCCA-Stormwater-Report.pdf

Landscape Company Accreditation The­CNLA­Board­of­Directors­has­approved­the­Landscape­ Industry­Accredited­Company­designation:­an­international program­oered­by­CNLA­and­the­National­Association­of Landscape­Professionals.­This­program­recognizes­lawn­and landscape­companies­for­their­commitment­to­excellence.

The­landscape­horticultural­companies­that­meet­the­ exacting­criteria­set­forth­in­the­application­will­be­formally acknowledged­by­CNLA/NALP­as­a­“Landscape­Industry­ Accredited­Company."

View­the­application­form: https://cnla.ca/uploads/pdf/Accredited-Company-Application.pdf Ultra Violet Picked as 2018 Colour of the Year Pantone­announced­their­colour­of­the­year­for­2018.­With this­announcement,­there­are­plenty­of­ways­you­can­ showcase­this­colour­in­your­work.

"A­dramatically­provocative­and­thoughtful­purple­shade, PANTONE­18-3838­Ultra­Violet­communicates­originality,­ ingenuity,­and­visionary­thinking­that­points­us­toward­the­ future.

Complex­and­contemplative,­Ultra­Violet­suggests­the­ mysteries­of­the­cosmos,­the­intrigue­of­what­lies­ahead,­and the­discoveries­beyond­where­we­are­now.­The­vast­and­ limitless­night­sky­is­symbolic­of­what­is­possible­and­ continues­to­inspire­the­desire­to­pursue­a­world­beyond­our own."­ Read­the­entire­article: https://www.pantone.com/color-of-the-year-2018

If­you­are­interested­in­applying­to­be­a­Landscape­Industry Accredited­Company,­complete­the­application­and­follow­its instructions.­Please­email­Jason­Young­at­jason@cnla-acpp.ca with­any­questions.

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Canada Blooms Plants of the Year 2018 Purple­is­the­colour­to­look­for­in­spring­2018,­and­to­showcase­this­year’s­lovely shade,­Canada­Blooms­has­selected­three­plants­of­the­year—an­annual,­a­perrenial, and­a­shrub.

The Annual, Petunia ‘Supertunia® Bordeaux™’ has­vigorous­­slightly­mounded growth­habits­that­function­as­both­fillers­and­spillers­in­containers.­They­are­also­ excellent­landscape­plants,­best­suited­to­be­placed­near­the­front­of­beds.­The­ Bordeaux­has­medium­to­large­sized­flowers,­attractive­to­butterflies­and­ hummingbirds.

The Perennial, Heuchera ‘Primo Black Pearl’ has­stunning­black­foliage­with­ruffled edges,­rosy­purple­undersides,­and­white­flowers­that­bloom­in­mid-summer.­This salt-tolerant­heuchera­grows­well­in­both­shade­and­sun.­It­is­also­deer­resistant­and attracts­butterflies­and­hummingbirds.

The Shrub, Weigela ‘Spilled Wine‘ shares­the­fabulous­deep­purple­foliage­and bright­pink­flowers­of­the­classic­Wine­&­Roses®­weigela­but­with­a­shorter­growth habit.­This­beautiful­plant­grows­wider­than­tall,­making­it­the­perfect­choice­for­ edging­beds­or­walkways­and­for­incorporating­under­windows­in­your­landscape­ design.­Like­all­weigela,­it­is­deer­resistant­and­very­easy­to­care­for.

New Members Welcome to our

Greater Landscapes by Design John­Coutts,­CLD Box­57009­RPO­Sunridge Calgary­AB­­T1Y­6R4 (403)­771-6595 john@greaterlandscapes.com www.greaterlandscapes.com Town of High River - Parks Tannas­Webb 309B­Macleod­Tr­SW High­River­AB­­T1V­1Z5 (403)­603-3509 twebb@highriver.ca www.highriver.ca

Farmboy Landscaping & Maintenance Cory­Zimmer PO­Box­5399 High­River­AB­­T1V­1M5 admin@farmboylandscaping.com www.farmboylandscaping.com V Contracting Inc. Hugo­Villamil PO­Box­67037­RPO­Northland­Village Calgary­AB­­T2L­2L2 (403)­399-0160 hugo@v-contracting.com www.v-contracting.ca

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Job Postings SEVEN M CONSTRUCTION LTD 22303 112 Ave, Edmonton, AB Position: Horticulture Workers Supervisor Full Time, Permanent Job Duties: Supervise Landscape Crews; plant trees, shrubs, perennials; lay sod; grade topsoil; organize daily tasks for crews; trouble shoot; deal with consultants and customers.

Plan and direct landscape construction work, supervise workers, establish schedules and procedures, resolve work related problems.

Follow Health and Safety Procedures Maintain tools and equipment.

Experience: 3 yrs minimum in a construction environment, attention to detail, May perform same duties as workers supervised.

Wage: $26.40 to $27.00 per hour. Benefits after 3 months.

Please email resumes to jobs@7m.ca

YOUR SPACE BY DESIGN

ULS Landscaping Join our team! Let’s get growing together

Position:Junior Landscape Designer Contract Part-time: Approx. 10-20 hrs/week Calgary and surrounding area

ULS is always looking for Journeymen or Apprentice Horticulturalist’s to join our team in various positions.

Duties & Responsibilities: Perform site analysis; Develop base plan using Dynascape; Landscape and Plant Plans Color Plans using Dynascape Color; Research for designs and recommend solutions to site problems

Key Responsibilities: Perform landscape design and construction Perform regular assessments and maintenance of gardens for residential properties and specialty sites Perform arboricultural services Provide expert assessments of plant health and execute recommendations Able to use of a variety of landscape equipment Providing exceptional customer service & client experiences

Qualifications: A certificate or diploma in Landscape Design.

Minimum of 1 year experience designing.

Strong knowledge of construction techniques.

Excellent interpersonal, presentation and relationship development skills.

Knowledge of Dynascape, and Dynascape Color.

Sketchup would be an asset.

Possess working knowledge of hardy, low maintenance plant material for Alberta Please email resumes to Katherine@yourspacebydesign.com Contact #: 403-971-5363

We are looking for friendly, sales focused individuals to join our team. Wages are determined based on position, education, and overall experience.

For more information and to apply, visit www.ulslandscaping.com or call 403-235-5353

THREE SEASONS LANDSCAPING LTD. 53216 Range Road 222, Ardrossan, AB T8E 2L5 Position: Labourer, Seasonal full-time Location of work: Edmonton, Sherwood Park, & Ardrossan Job Duties: Assist with landscape constructions Weed, prune and trim trees/plants, cut grass, rake and collect refuse; remove litter and garbage Cart and spread topsoil and other materials; lay sod or seed Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees Apply fertilizers; water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment; Follow all health & safety regulations including wearing appropriate PPE Skills/Requirements: Experience an asset. No education required.

Wage: $17-20 per hour

Please email resumes to employment@threeseasonslandscaping.ca Fax to 780-922-4614 Phone: 780-922-4619

Position:Landscape Foreman/Crew Leader for the 2018 Landscaping Season. (Lacombe, Alberta) Mid April-Mid November (weather depending) Key Responsibilities: Build structural retaining walls; pave walks/patios; operate/maintain skid steer and 5 ton truck; interact with customers; daily paperwork; assist Landscape Supervisor with organizing jobs; plant trees and shrubs Skills & Abilities: Able to read blue prints and landscape drawings, attention to detail and can take pride in each project, excellent oral and written communications, problem solving, committed to self-improvement, able to manage multiple jobs/priorities, able to make decisions and work independently 2 years experience in landscape construction; Alberta Class 5 license and safe driving record; First Aid Certificate Wage: Starting at $20.00/hr. Benefits available Please email resumes to fhainzmann@gmail.com Contact #: 403-396-6192

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Who is Your Company?

By Jackie Hart, CLM

Winter­ is­ a­ great­ time­ to­ look­ back­ and­ dive­ deep­ into­ the bumpy­parts­of­the­previous­business­year,­regardless­of­when your­fiscal­year-end­is­set.

In­my­experience,­the­things­that­feed­frustration­and­stress­are­ unclear­core­values,­vague­purpose,­and­an­absence­of­clear­ visionary­goals.

Entrepreneurs­spend­a­lot­of­time­scrambling­to­balance­the needs­of­their­clientele­with­the­challenges­of­managing­people and­profits.­Rapid­advancements­in­technology­(and­the­expectation­of­rapid­responses)­has­complicated­how­we­do­what­we do­for­a­living.­The­end­result­being­a­more­intense­test­of­ company­structure,­systems,­adaptability­and­resilience.

Successfully­passing­these­tests­depends­upon­having­a­solid company­foundation.­Core­values­reflect­the­non-negotiable­ attitudes­in­a­business.­When­communicated­properly­they­drive consistency,­both­in­employee­performance­and­customer­ experience.

A­business­without­core­values­is­like­a­ship­without­a­rudder: directed­by­ever­changing­currents,­tossed­around­by­storms, and­narrowly­averting­disasters.­Sooner­or­later,­without­ consistent­direction,­every­business­owner­rides­out­the­same peaks­and­valleys­over­and­over­again.­Hiring,­firing,­training, never­finding­the­right­team.­Dealing­with­the­same­issues,­ answering­the­same­questions,­putting­out­the­same­fires,­year after­year.­Core­values­are­the­foundation­for­systems,­policies, goals,­and­visions­that­prevent­this­vicious­cycle.

Core­values­can­be­a­great­screening­tool­to­find­the­right­ employees­and­build­a­team­with­the­right­company­attitude.

When­used­properly,­they­guide­alignment­between­policy,­ effort,­market­position,­and­results.­Alignment­creates­buy-in.

Buy-in­results­in­engagement­and­retention­of­the­right­people, including­customers.­Core­values­can­be­the­drivers­of­ accountability­and­consistency­in­behaviour­and­decision­ making.

In­order­to­reduce­headaches­and­stress­in­a­small­business­the owner­has­to­become­an­effective­leader.­Effective­Leaders­are consistent.­They­can’t­be­consistent­without­a­clearly­defined game­plan­and­vision.­Nor­can­they­be­effective­without­clearly articulated­ non-negotiable­ guidelines.­ Core­ values­ are­ the founding­principles­that­guide­effective­leaders­to­make­ rapid-fire,­right-fit­decisions;­align­day-to-day­work­with­ company­vision;­and­build­effective­teams.

It’s­important­to­make­sure­core­values­are­more­than­just­words on­the­wall.­You­have­to­define­them­and­take­them­seriously.

You­must­communicate­them­on­every­level,­every­day.­If­you just­pick­a­group­of­words­that­fit­neatly­into­an­acronym,­it’s just­as­meaningless­to­your­team­as­stealing­someone­else’s company­core­values­and­using­them­as­your­own.

Let­me­give­you­an­example­from­a­company­I­used­to­own:­I was­the­founder,­and­after­25­successful­years,­I­worked­with­the new­owner­to­determine­her­own­core­values,­and­defined­what they­represent­to­her­own­company­culture.

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Her­core­values­were: Purposeful: We­do­what­we­say­we­will.

Recognized:­A­talented­team­delivering­exceptional­service Innovative: Smile­in­the­face­of­change;­create­and­adapt Dependable: Out­trustworthy­team­values­reliability Engaged: We­embrace­our­culture­of­continuous­mutual­ improvement

In­contrast,­when­I­owned­the­company,­the­core­values­were: Competence: Always­doing­the­right­thing Adaptability: Smile­in­the­face­of­chaos­and­innovate Respect: The­experience­for­EVERYONE­we­engage­with­comes first Excellence: The­impression­you­leave­behind­every­time­you­do work­for­or­engage­with­someone Same­company,­different­owners,­different­core­values,­different behavioural­focus.­In­the­new­owner’s­case,­choosing­P.R.I.D.E.­is driven­in­part­by­her­frustration­with­undependable­staff­(using­core values­to­explicitly­define­what­behaviour­is­right),­and­with­the­goal to­continue­the­company­reputation­for­premier­quality­service.

C.A.R.E­was­driven­by­my­focus­on­the­customers’­experience­of everything­the­company­did­while­integrating­rapid­change­into everyday­routine.

To­select,­define,­communicate,­and­bring­core­values­to­life­in­a company­is­hard­work.­It­takes­focus,­clarity,­and­—in­my­ experience—a­facilitator­to­assist­and­capture­everything­relevant.

It’s­a­crucial­piece­of­the­business­puzzle­for­any­successful­leader and­deserves­an­investment­in­time­and­effort­by­the­owner­and sometimes­the­core­management­team.­Selecting­and­defining core­values­is­not­an­agenda­item­for­a­staff­ meeting.­It’s­a­day-long­focused­activity­ where­you­dive­deep­into­WHO­your­company­is.

If­your­company­could­benefit­from­a­clearly­ defined­set­of­filters­to­guide­behavior,­ accountability­and­decisions,­an­experienced,­ professional­business­coach­can­help.

Jacki Hart is a seasoned Landscape Industry Entrepreneur and professional industry business coach. She can be reached: jacki@GetCBH.com

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Greetings from Antarctica

Article written by Jessica Lovell; Courtesy of Guelph Mercury Tribune Antarctica is one of the harshest environments in the world, which makes it a perfect place to test “out of this world conditions.”

While­the­Royal­City­was­in­a­deep­freeze­over­the­Christmas­ holidays,­former­Guelph­resident­Matthew­Bamsey­was­enjoying sunny­skies­and­comparatively­warm­temperatures­on­the­frozen continent­of­Antarctica.

“It­is­important­to­remember­it­is­summer­down­here,”­Bamsey said­in­an­email­to­the­Mercury­Tribune­sent­from­the­German Antarctic­station,­where­he­has­been­working­to­set­up­the­EDEN ISS­greenhouse.

Bamsey­has­been­in­Antarctica­since­mid-December­working­on the­multi-year­project,­which­involves­a­consortium­of­14­ international­partners,­aimed­at­testing­technologies­that­could be­used­to­grow­food­in­space.

“We­hope­this­work­in­Antarctica­will­help­lay­the­foundation­for future­long-duration­space­missions,”­said­Bamsey,­who­narrowly missed­being­chosen­to­become­the­Canadian­Space­Agency’s next­astronaut.

“Having­had­the­chance­to­come­to­Antarctica,­it­is­nice­to­be­able to­share­some­of­the­feelings­of­remoteness­and­isolation­that­the 11 I Green for Life March/April 2018

astronauts­who­will­be­using­the­technologies­and­techniques­that we­are­developing­as­part­of­the­EDEN­ISS­project­will­have­when they­are­setting­up­outposts­on­the­moon­and­Mars,”­he­said.

The­entire­trip­has­been­an­interesting­experience­for­Bamsey, who­is­the­chief­systems­engineer­on­the­project.

He­left­for­Antarctica­on­Dec.­18,­departing­by­jet­from­Cape­Town, South­Africa,­and­flying­directly­south­for­five­and­a­half­hours­ before­landing­at­the­Novo­Airbase,­an­ice­runway­about­10­ kilometres­ from­ the­ Russian­ Antarctic­ Station.­ He­ spent­ two nights­at­his­base,­before­boarding­a­smaller­aircraft­on­Dec.­20 to­make­the­two-and-a-half-hour­flight­to­the­Neumayer­Station III,­where­he­and­his­team­would­begin­work­on­the­greenhouse.

“These­flights­further­impress­you­with­just­how­vast­and­remote Antarctica­really­is,”­Bamsey­said,­noting­there­were­“no­signs­of human­activities”­over­the­entire­journey.

The­Neumayer­Station­III,­which­stands­on­adjustable­stilts­on­an ice­shelf,­was­an­impressive­sight­from­the­air,­he­said.

“Seeing­this­high-tech­research­facility,­a­true­human­‘outpost’­all by­itself­at­the­end­of­the­world,­for­the­first­time­is­something­I will­always­remember,”­he­said.

The­station­is­extremely­isolated,­and­while­temperatures­weren’t at­the­low­points­experienced­in­Guelph­during­the­holidays,­they are­wintery.­Conditions­are­ideal­for­the­project­Bamsey’s­team­is working­on.

The­idea­is­to­grow­food­in­a­harsh­environment,­simulating­what it­would­be­like­to­grow­food­in­space.­The­fresh­produce­will­be consumed­by­the­10-person­crew­that­will­be­staying­over­the­ winter­in­Antarctica,­providing­not­only­nutrition­benefits,­but­ psychological­benefits.

Bamsey­said­it­has­been­interesting­to­hear­from­the­crew­who stayed­at­the­station­last­winter­about­how­much­they­would­have appreciated­having­access­to­fresh­food.­His­team­is­on­track­to­give them­that­fresh­food­this­year.

Weather­and­sea­ice­conditions­delayed­the­arrival­of­the­South African­research­vessel­that­was­carrying­the­EDEN­ISS­greenhouse containers­ for­ more­ than­ a­ week,­ but­ thanks­ to­ a­ buffer­ in­ the schedule,­the­team­is­managing­to­meet­all­of­its­milestones,­ Bamsey­said.

“In­addition­to­the­strawberry­seedlings­that­our­team­transported to­Antarctica,­we­now­have­some­seeds­germinating­in­a­small growth­chamber­within­the­Neumayer­Station,”­he­said.­“In­a­few more­days­these­plants­will­be­transported­from­the­station­into our­EDEN­ISS­greenhouse­and­the­growth­continued­in­our­ facility.”

That­will­give­the­team­time­to­test­the­greenhouse­systems—it’s not­your­typical­greenhouse,­but­uses­innovative­technology­to­ deliver­nutrients,­manage­the­atmosphere­and­ provide­water­and­light­to­the­plants—before­ the­seedlings­take­up­residence.

Once­the­plants­are­growing­in­the­greenhouse,­ the­team­will­spend­its­remaining­days­in­ Antarctica,­before­departing­at­the­beginning­of­ February,­monitoring­the­systems­and­making­ any­required­updates.­One­team­member­will­ stay­behind­to­operate­the­facility­over­the­winter.

“I­am­very­pleased­that­things­have­integrated­ here­on-site­well­and­that­our­systems­are­ working­well­together,”­Bamsey­said.­“Our entire­team­of­14­international­partners­have­done an­amazing­job­to­make­this­happen.”

Article used with permission from Guelph Mercury Tribune.

Photos courtesy: German Aerospace Center (DLR)

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Landscape Onsites Lesson: Fire Extinguishers Objective: to­familiarize­crew­members­with­the­appropriate­and­safe­use­of­a­fire­extinguisher.

Training Materials: different­types­of­fire­extinguishers

Lesson: •­­Always­call­911­before­using­a­fire­extinguisher.

•­­Keep­a­clear­escape­route­available­if­needed.

•­­If­the­flames­reach­the­ceiling­(or­workshop)­or­spread­quickly­within­the­vehicle­move­away­from the­area­immediately.

•­­A­natural­reaction­is­to­aim­the­extinguisher­at­the­flames,­but­the­correct­way­is­to­aim­directly­at the­fuel.

Fires­need­fuel,­oxygen,­and­heat­in­order­to burn.­Fire­extinguishers­contain­a­ smothering­ material­ that­ either­ cools­ the burning­fuel­or­starves­the­fire­of­oxygen.

Pulling­out­the­safety­pin­and­holding­down the­lever­at­the­top­of­the­cylinder­releases the­pressurized­contents­of­the­extinguisher.

Extinguishers­are­mounted­in­accessible­ locations.

Use­the­P.A.S.S­method­to­put­out­a­fire: •­­Pull­the­pin­at­the­top­of­the­extinguisher to­allow­you­to­squeeze­the­lever.

•­­Aim­at­the­base­of­the­fire,­not­the­flames.

To­put­out­the­fire­you­must­extinguish­the fuel.

•­­Squeeze­the­lever­slowly­to­release­the pressurized­contents.­ Releasing­the­handle­will­stop­the­discharge.

•­­Sweep­from­side­to­side.­Move­the­hose­of the­extinguisher­back­and­forth­until­the­fire is­completely­out.

The­ fire­ extinguisher­ should­ always­ be recharged­ or­ replaced­ immediately­ after use.

Give­crew­members­time­to­read­the­labels and­become­familiar­with­all­types­of­ extinguishers­on­site.

Source: Landscape Onsites. Visit the CNLA website at www.cnla.com to view other lessons from this manual – you can download individual lessons or order the full Landscape Onsites manual.

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