This module explains the basics of water-friendly gardens and focuses on two main topics: water use and storm water management. Approaches to water saving, xeriscaping, mulching techniques and installing rain barrels are just some of the methods covered.

Below are the links to the Water Friendly Gardens and Landscapes Train the Trainer Manual.

1) Water Friendly Gardens Outline

2) Instructor Resources

3) Participant Handouts

4) Water Friendly Resources

5) Powerpoint Slideshow (right click link and choose "save target as" to download slideshow to your computer. It's a big file, so it takes awhile!)

The third module of the Train the Trainer series will provide you with information on how to manage pests and weeds organically. It explains the benefits of using natural approaches and offers a comprehensive overview of organic weed and pest control methods.

Below are the links for the Troubleshooting Pests and Weeds Naturally Train the Trainer Manual.

1) Pests and Weeds Outline

2) Instructor Resources

3) Answer Guide

4) Participant Handouts

5) Pests and Weeds Resources

6) Powerpoint Slideshow (right click link and choose "save target as" to download slideshow to your computer. It's a big file, so it takes awhile!)

The second module of the Train the Trainer Manual focuses on Native Plant Gardening. With this module, you will learn about the five step approach to establishing a garden for native plants. Steps covered include: site assessment, design, plant selection, along with sourcing and growing plants.

Below are the links for the Native Plant Gardening Train the Trainer Manual

1) Native Plant Gardening Outline

2) Instructor Prep Sheets

3) Instructor Answer Guides 

4) Participant Handouts

5) Native Plant Resources

6) Powerpoint Slideshow ( right click on link and choose "save target as" to download file to your computer. It's a big file, so it takes awhile!)

The first module of the manual, Ecological Gardening Basics, provides essential information on ecological gardening. Topics covered include site assessment, soil building and composting. This module provides a strong foundation for future models.

Below are the links for the Ecological Gardening Basics Train the Trainer Manual.

1 Eco Basics Outline

2 Instructor Resources

3 Participant Handouts

4 Eco Basics Resources 

5 Powerpoint Slideshow (right click link and choose "save as" to download slideshow to your computer. It's a big file, so it takes awhile!)