by Andrew Pelkey
July 2024

As we transition into summer, I am thrilled to share some exciting updates and upcoming events with you all. Our preparations for this year’s Field Day are in full swing. We are partnering with the New Hampshire Arborist Association to expand our hands-on educational offerings significantly. This collaboration aims to provide an enriching experience that will allow members to engage in practical learning and skill development. Mark your calendars for September 18!

We continue to focus on providing top-notch industry education through our various programs and courses. Your engagement and participation are what drive our success. Currently we are conducting the NHCLP Plant Identification Summer Course, which began on June 11 and runs to September 10. This course consists of fourteen 3-hour sessions focusing on plant identification, a vital skill for any landscaping professional.

On June 19 we held our Landscape After Hours at the Cathedral of the Pines in Rindge. NHLA members explored the beautiful 236-acre landscape and networked with fellow members.

The next Landscape After Hours event is scheduled for July 17 at a Governors Island Residence, providing an evening of learning and camaraderie.

Looking ahead, our Annual NHLA Golf Tournament, scheduled for August 6, is now sold out, and we can’t wait to see everyone who signed up. This event at Candia Woods Golf Links promises a day of fun and networking, rain or shine.

On August 21 we will visit Shin-Boku Nursery for another Landscape After Hours event, where attendees will learn about traditional Japanese gardening techniques preserved for over 1500 years.

For more details on these programs visit our events page at nhlaonline.org/events/.

We are excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to your continued participation and support. Together, we can advance our mission to elevate the standards of the landscaping industry through education and collaboration.