HOW TO REGISTER Visit landscapesconvention.org to register and pay online. Register by September 12 to receive the early registration discount. Contact Lisa Wood at lisaw@landscapeprofessionals.org or 800.395.2522 with any questions.
ACCOMMODATIONS LANDSCAPES 2018 will be held at the Omni Louisville Hotel and a block of rooms is reserved for registered attendees. Please note that you must be registered for the conference to take advantage of reduced rates. Once you register for LANDSCAPES, book your hotel reservation using the link provided in your registration confirmation.
3NIGHTS OF
MUSIC
DO IT ALL AT NALP’S ANNUAL CONFERENCE LANDSCAPES Enjoy the “street party” and free outdoor concerts at 4th Street Live with The Crashers, Colt Ford and Jana Kramer.
OCTOBER 16–19, 2018
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CONTINUE THE JOURNEY TO STAY ON TOP OF THE TRENDS LANDSCAPES 2018 has the education and the networking you need. Held in conjunction with GIE+EXPO, it’s a one-stop-shop for a whole year’s worth of education and training for you. See all the latest equipment at the show, network with the best in the industry, and learn the skills and strategies you need to take your career to the next level.
TECHNICAL SKILLS FOR TECHNICAL PEOPLE We’ve got tech sessions in Spanish and in English this year. Check out pre-conference workshops focused on crew leader development and best practices. Whether it’s plan reading, pesticide-related injury identification, abiotic and biotic turfgrass issues, pruning or equipment operation maintenance, there is a session for all levels of technicians and crew leaders who are ready to kick it up a notch! Keep learning - that’s the key to job satisfaction and success in your career. LANDSCAPES 2018 is the best place to take your skills to the next level and learn from other professionals who do what you do and face the same challenges.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS OPENING KEYNOTE
Dr. Robert Ballard
Be inspired by one of the greatest undersea explorers of our time. Oceanographer and former U.S. Navy officer Dr. Robert Ballard will share his stories of exploration, environmental discovery and leadership. Best known for his 1985 discovery of the Titanic, he has conducted more than 140 deep sea expeditions, including the first manned exploration of the MidOcean Ridge.
AWARDS CELEBRATION & RECEPTION Celebrate your colleagues and see award-winning work at this annual event that is now open to all attendees. It is included in your full registration fee.
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BREAKFAST WITH CHAMPIONS Join one of 50 networking groups and “get a seat at the table” with experts and your peers and talk through topics like employee retention, financial planning, lean management, operations and more while you grab breakfast and get your day started with some fresh ideas and new connections. By the way,the full breakfast buffet is back this year!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
GET A SEAT AT THE TABLE
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GIE+ EXPO Experience over 850 exhibits of outdoor power equipment, along with products for landscapes, gardens, outdoor leisure, hardscapes and light construction at the GIE+EXPO. Your full registration includes tradeshow access. Enjoy free outdoor concerts on 4th Street Live by The Crashers, Colt Ford and Jana Kramer.
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LANDSCAPES 2018 HAS A NEW HEADQUARTERS HOTEL The 30–story, 612–room, Omni Louisville Hotel just opened in March 2018. The luxury hotel boasts a spa, pool, bowling alley, high-end restaurants and bars, and is in an excellent location to explore the area with new and old friends from the conference. Join us for parties and receptions in this luxury venue. Rooms at the hotel can be booked after you register for LANDSCAPES 2018.
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SPECIALTY SUMMITS
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COME READY TO HEAR ACTIONABLE IDEAS AND LEARN NEW SKILLS.
Design Build, Landscape Management, Lawn Care, Snow & Ice, and Irrigation will be the focus of these day-long learning session tracks for industry professionals. * ticketed event
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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POWER SESSIONS Learn from top experts in the landscape industry at this series of hard-hitting, insightful sessions packed with fresh ideas to apply to your own career or business.
LANDSCAPES educational sessions are approved for Landscape Industry Certified CEU’s at one credit per one hour of instruction attended. For more information visit bit.ly/nalprecert.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
BY LS TRAINING SYSTEM
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EDUCATION HIGHLIGHTS Identifying Turf Problems
Clint Waltz—University of Georgia Real-world case studies demonstrate the importance of identification of biotic and abiotic turfgrass issues, including pests, pesticide-related and environmental injuries. Tips for communicate with consumers to set reasonable expectations will be shared.
Mosquito Control: Best Practices
Lawn Care Summit Ticketed Event
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Dr. Kurt Vandock, Bayer Environmental Science Hear about best practices as well as common pitfalls for mosquito control surveillance, monitoring, and intervention methods in both residential and commercial settings.
Landscape Ornamentals: Pruning the Right Way, part 1 Marcus Duck–Michigan State University Learn the basics of plant anatomy and physiology and how to implement proper pruning practices to set yourself apart as a professional horticulturist.
Landscape Math/Plan Reading Zach Johnson, Colorado State University—Tim Schawecker, Mississippi State University Unlock your inner math skills with those formulas and practices needed to correctly calculate for lawn care, landscape maintenance and installation.
Pruning Part II (Outdoors) Marcus Duck–Michigan State University See a demonstration of the correct selection and use of tools on trees and shrubs and truly understand what your pruning cut does for plant growth.
Equipment Operation & Maintenance, Part 1 Shane Evans—Chattahoochee Technical College Tired of your equipment not running when you need it to? Discover the steps you need to take to prevent equipment failure through operations, predictive and preventative maintenance.
Equipment Operation & Maintenance II (Outdoors)
Shane Evans, Chatahootchee Technical College ‘ Let’s take a hands on look at equipment, the operation and maintenance issues confronting you daily. See how to prevent equipment failure through proper operations, predictive and preventative maintenance routines. Mowers, blowers, string trimmers, edgers and more will be a part of this session.
Great Crew Leader Workshop Phil Harwood— GrowTheBench Great crew leaders are an essential ingredient for growth and increased profitability. Learn about professional development opportunities for crew leaders and discover an easy-to-follow roadmap to develop and inspire crew leaders. * ticketed event
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS PLATINUM GOLD SILVER
Tote Bag Sponsor
Breakfast with Champions & Young Professionals Networking Reception Sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
T-Shirt Sponsor
Educational Session Sponsor
Educational Session Sponsor
Educational Session Sponsor
BY LS TRAINING SYSTEM
Breakfast with Champions & Conference Guide Sponsor
Young Professionals Networking Reception
Lawn Care Specialty Summit, Newcomer Reception
Key Card Sponsor
Welcome Reception, Faculty Forum, Student Roundtable, and Landscape Management Specialty Group Summit Sponsor
Snow & Ice Specialty Summit
CEO Forum, Awards Banquet, DB Specialty Group Summit sponsor
OUR MEDIA SPONSORS
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