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Looking for fun activities for your kids? Or how about a new wildlife documentary film screening? Or maybe, a workshop on gardening or bike repair? Our calendar features upcoming community events for those who enjoy a mix of outdoors, activism, creativity, and learning. All event submissions are reviewed for relevancy and accuracy and are posted within 24-48 hours Monday-Friday.

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Montgomery County RainScapes

Phone 240-777-7702
Email RainScapes@montgomerycountymd.gov
Website https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/water/rainscapes/index.html

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  • RainScapes – Rethink Your Yard Session I

    Online Online, Online, United States

    The first step to planning a RainScape project is to evaluate your site and determine what project(s) are both possible and desirable. Do you want to plant a new landscape,

    $10 – $12

  • Everything RainScapes Virtual Pro Training

    Online Online, Online, United States

    For landscape professionals: This is the yearly virtual training for RainScape contractors which goes over program details, Best Managment Practice (BMP) basics, and best practices for green stormwater management. Anyone who coordinates with RainScapes regularly is strongly encouraged to attend this training. Attendance is mandatory for contractors who wish to be added to the public-facing

  • RainScapes: Assessing and Designing a Property for Effective Stormwater Management 

    Lathrop E Smith Center 5110 Meadowside Ln, Rockville, MD

    For landscape professionals: Our in-person and hands-on training will be an interactive workshop to learn and practice the best techniques for situating green stormwater infrastructure on a property. Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professionals (CBLP) credits will be available to those who complete the workshop. Attendance at this class will qualify you for the Pro RainScapes Contractors list.

  • RainScape Your Yard: Session 2 – Plants & Landscape Design for RainScape Gardens

    Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallen, Wheaton, MD, United States

    A RainScape is a landscape or design technique that helps reduce stormwater runoff from individual properties, including rain gardens, conservation landscapes, green roofs, and permeable pavements. The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection offers a rebate program for approved RainScape projects for homeowners. To be eligible for a rebate, participants must apply and be approved

    $25.00

  • Stormwater Solutions & Sustainable Design for Home Landscapes/Soluciones Para Aguas Pluviales y Diseño Sostenible Para Jardines Domésticos

    Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallen, Wheaton, MD, United States

    Stormwater Solutions & Sustainable Design for Home Landscapes Learn how conservation landscapes and rain gardens can help manage stormwater on residential properties. Explore strategies for sizing projects, estimating plants, and creating effective planting plans. Discover native plants that reduce runoff while supporting pollinators and wildlife. Find out how to qualify for the RainScapes Rewards Rebate

    Free

  • Conservation Landscapes: Dig into the Most Versatile Stormwater Garden

    Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallen, Wheaton, MD, United States

    Explore the benefits of Conservation Landscapes to manage your property's stormwater concerns. An in-depth discussion by your county's RainScapes team will highlight recommended plant species, basic garden design principles, location choices, general best practices, and provide a brief guided tour of certain Brookside locations. Attendance to the prior session on April 30th is not required.

    $25.00