Worforce Development & Community Education - Spring 2020

30 | Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce Textbook Required Go Native U Elective Courses NEW! Introduction to Landscape Design Learn the introductory steps to site analysis and approaches to landscape design. Use sketching to engage your imagination and to communicate design options. Evaluate the strengths of each design based on practical and helpful criteria. Students are required to bring to the first session a project idea or an unfinished project. Design options, completed by students at home, will be reviewed in the second session. Contact Sandra@plantmearainbow.com for supply list prior to first class. CE-GRDN 2124, 2 Sat., Jan. 25 & Feb. 1, 10:00 am–1:00 pm, KNC-4, $130. S Nam Cioffi. #15512 Spring Awakening Discover the beauty and ecology of northeastern spring blooming wildflowers and their pollinators. Find out how to garden with trilliums, orchids, and other early perennials. CE-GRDN 2117, 1 Fri., Jan. 31, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $55. C Summers. #15361 Best Practices for Garden Maintenance Discover how to maintain a chemical-free, thriving native plant garden with best practices for weeding and invasive plant control, basic plant identification, and suggestions for equipment that will make the job easier. CE-GRDN 2074, 1 Fri., Feb. 7, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $55. C Summers. #15359 Creating a Bird-Friendly Garden Attracting birds to your landscape requires an ecological approach--different species have different requirements. Learn the best landscaping techniques, and discover native plants that provide food, shelter, and nesting sites birds depend on. CE-GRDN 2116, 1 Wed., Mar. 18, 10:00 am- 1:00 pm, KNC-3, $80. K Eierman. #15254 Gardener’s Toolkit for Invasive Species Learn to identify common invasive species. Find out the recommended management practices for monitoring and controlling these invasives as well as pertinent regulations. CE-GRDN 2037, 2 Fri., Mar. 20 & 27, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $90. J Schuler. #15360 Seed Germination, Basic and Advanced Explore the fundamentals of seed germination and transplanting- from proper temperatures and the best soils to how to avoid pitfalls! Learn the techniques native seeds require, the difference between stratification, and scarification and what a code such as C-60 means. CE-GRDN 2115, 1 Sat., Mar. 28, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $55, A Megaro. #15262 NEW! Fungi in Your Garden Learn the role fungi play in both a healthy garden and as pathogens in a less healthy landscape. Practical tips will be offered in using fungi as amendments, for growing edible mushrooms, and for recognizing common fungal diseases and parasites. Participants will inoculate and take home a shiitake log. CE-GRDN 2123, 1 Sun., Apr. 5, 10:00 am– 12:00 noon, KNC-4, $55. T Ietaka. #15511 Identifying Ferns of the Northeast Learn the distinguishing characteristics of the 30 most common ferns native to the region. Examine the shape of fronds, spore-bearing leaves, leaf veins, and margins. Ferns will be illustrated by use of a herbarium, which allows for up-close views. CE-GRDN 2053, 1 Wed., Apr. 15, 7:00- 9:30 pm, KNC-3, $65 (+ $5 materials fee, payable to instructor). M Penziner. #15310 Great Native Plants for Containers Invite nature to your yard, patio, or balcony with container plantings. Learn which native plants grow successfully in containers and attract butterflies, beneficial insects, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. CE-GRDN 2057, 1 Sat., May 2, 10:00 am- 1:00 pm, CLA-100, $80. K Eierman. #15255 Introduction to Insect Identification Become familiar with the common insects that can be found in native plant gardens and how they relate to the surrounding ecosystem. Learn the basics of invertebrate taxonomy and how to distinguish insects from other arthropods. Examine their habits, life cycles, and habitat preferences. CE-GRDN 2046, 1 Sat., May 2, 2:00-5:00 pm, KNC-4, $80. L Forcella. #15259 Advanced Insect Identification Move on to a more in-depth discussion of native insects of the Northeast. Featured species will be discussed in detail, particularly those associated with a healthy hardwood forest. Learn about the region’s ecosystems and how to create habitat niches in your own yard to attract beneficial insects, including native bee species. Prerequisite: Introduction to Insect Identification CE-GRDN 2063, 1 Sun., May 3, 10:00 am- 5:00 pm (1-hour lunch-break), KNC-4, $130. L Forcella. #15260 Ecological Design Reimagine a new landscape design for small or large sites or a restoration of an existing site using the concept of native plant communities. Learn how to select suitable native plants to create a natural landscape. CE-GRDN 2029, 1 Wed., May 6, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, CLA-100, $55. E Katoni. #15261