Lakes and Ponds Workshop Series: HOAs and Homeowners
Naples Botanical Garden
January 22, 2025 | 8:30 am- 12:00 pm
Lessons for Your Lakes!
A science-based educational program for HOAs and Homeowners. Held at the Naples Botanical Garden, the workshop consists of a combination of presentations, interactive learning, and a stormwater system tour.
About
Learning Objectives:
Rookery Bay Research Reserve's Coastal Training Program is pleased to host an Urban Lakes and Ponds workshop presented by Naples Botanical Garden and Collier County Pollution Control. At the workshop, participants will receive important information about the purpose and function of stormwater ponds, how to identify pond problems, and learn more about aquatic plants that can provide a habitat for wading birds and fish in addition to increasing the health of your lakes and ponds.
Workshop will include information about:
- Nonpoint source pollution and how it affects lakes and ponds
- Various stormwater management features and proper pond maintenance
- Expanding your shoreline plant palette with a focus on native plants
- Become familiar with the Naples Botanical Garden stormwater system
Audience:
Home Owner Associations (HOA), Community Association Managers (CAM), Board members, volunteers/Docents, interested community members and homeowners.
Agenda
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Stormwater 101 for HOAs and Homeowners
Connecting Stormwater to Your Pond Plantings
- Class will begin at 8:30 am and will end at 12:00 pm
- Become familiar with the functionality of a stormwater system and how to respond to pond pollution
- Find out more about using proper littoral plantings and get a tour of a World-Class Stormwater System
Rates
All rates include access to the class and the class materials
- Admission: $10.00