The summer turf grass maintenance training focuses on best management practices (BMPs) for lawn/turf care maintenance that can save you money while protecting our valued lakes and streams. This online training is about 5 hours long, plus a short test.
The learning environment for this class is an interactive online format. Instructors will teach class online in real-time. Participants will interact with instructors and other participants through live chats, polls, and class discussion using the WebEx platform. We require attendees to actively participate in the online interactive class in addition to passing the online test to receive certification.
Who should participate?
Private/public park
Cemetery, city and/or school grounds maintenance professionals
Property managers writing contracts
Turf care product distributors
Topics covered:
Environmental impacts of common turf BMPs to surface & groundwater
Life cycle of turf/weeds & appropriate control practices
Soil testing, fertilizer selection/application
Pesticide application tips
Equipment calibration and maintenance
Efficient & effective irrigation
Equipment calibration & improved mowing techniques
Legal issues
In-field reference materials
Take the optional online test at the end of training to get certified and be listed on the MPCA Turfgrass training webpage. Certificates are sent to Minnesota participants only and are valid for 5 years.
Registration is required. There is no limit on number of participants watching from the same device, but each individual must also be registered by registering as a group which allows you to submit each person's information.
Training questions? Contact the MPCA Smart Salting Training Program smartsalting.pca@state.mn.us.
Funding for these trainings is provided by the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District, and MPCA Smart Salting Training Program with Clean Water Funds.