http://asla.org/MeetingAndEventRss.aspxRFQs and Opportunities5/6/2025 5:09:19 AM20http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67204Ecological design need not be a bitter aesthetic pill that our clients must swallow to do the right thing. The order inherent in our wild native landscapes is widely considered beautiful. By translating that ecology-based order into the aesthetically based language of fine garden design, the results can be much more universally embraced by our clients. In addition, Larry will illustrate how highly gardenesque - and even formal - elements can gracefully interact and intermingle with wilder woodland, shrubland and meadow compositions. This approach can result in landscapes that are both ecologically productive and visually pleasing to clients with a variety of aesthetic preferences.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67203In this session, native plant authority Ian Caton will examine plants of the canopied landscape that exemplify the ecological characteristics described by Larry Weaner in Part One. His presentation will include plants found at all of the woodland’s vertical layers, from canopy to understory. He will also discuss their specific abilities to integrate with the unique colonization strategies inherent in woodland development and enhancement. Finally, Ian will present a group of “workhorse” native species for the woodland, including those that combine reliability with desirable aesthetic characteristics.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67202An ecology-based approach to woodland design is more like guiding a vegetative process than implementing a static planting plan. Guided succession can foster the orderly transformation from an open field to a multi-tiered forest through planting, managed natural recruitment, or a combination of the two. Under existing canopy, where few herbaceous species can be established through direct seeding, we will discuss the planting of small “seed source colonies,” and management strategies to encourage their proliferation into the larger landscape. Management techniques that are unique to woodlands including selective height cutting, sunlight manipulation, and assisted seed dispersal, will also be described in detail.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67201In this session, native plant authority Ian Caton will examine plants of the open landscape that exemplify the ecological characteristics described by Larry Weaner in Part One. His presentation will span the successional period from herbaceous meadow, to mixed woody/herbaceous old field, to the ecologically important but often neglected clonal shrub thicket. He will also present a group of “workhorse” native species for the sunlit landscape that combine reliability and weed suppression with attractive aesthetic character.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67200Wildflower meadows and native grasslands are in high demand, but effective protocols for successfully achieving them are in short supply. Here we will delve into the nitty gritty of meadow design: site analysis, species selection, seed mix formulation, live plant inclusion, planting and management. The inclusion of shrub thickets and drifts will also be covered, including the arrangement of clonal vs. clump forming species, and the use of shrublands as ecological and visual “connective tissue” between meadow and woods.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67198Our opening presentation will examine the species traits, vegetative patterns, and ecological processes found in spontaneous plant communities. The patterns and processes explored will include disturbance, succession, competition, and relative ecological stability. This session will serve as the theoretical basis for the practical design, planting, and management procedures detailed in all subsequent sessions.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67199Larry will expand upon the ecological principles described in Session 1 by illustrating them in the context of landscape plans, planting protocols, and management procedures. He will also describe often-neglected plant characteristics that are crucial to ecology-based practice. These will include habitat fidelity, colonization patterns, seasonal growth period, life spans, spatial and temporal niche, and proliferation strategies.]]>5/5/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67169<p>In honor of SketchUp’s 25th anniversary, the company is inviting the architectural community to participate in the ‘Design Sprint Challenge,’ which is a competition to look forward 25 years and design spaces — interior, exterior, or landscape – that positively address the needs of the future — whether that's bettering the environment, improving the local community, or enabling accessibility.</p>In honor of SketchUp’s 25th anniversary, the company is inviting the architectural community to participate in the ‘Design Sprint Challenge,’ which is a competition to look forward 25 years and design spaces — interior, exterior, or landscape – that positively address the needs of the future — whether that's bettering the environment, improving the local community, or enabling accessibility.

]]>4/30/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67161<p>Europan is a platform for young professionals of urban, landscape and architectural design under 40 and a thematic competition of ideas / projects of architecture, urbanism and landscape, followed by implementation processes. It is a tool for European cities and urban actors to find and develop innovative strategies for their sites in transformation.</p>Europan is a platform for young professionals of urban, landscape and architectural design under 40 and a thematic competition of ideas / projects of architecture, urbanism and landscape, followed by implementation processes. It is a tool for European cities and urban actors to find and develop innovative strategies for their sites in transformation.

]]>4/24/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67160<p>Pacific Conservation District is pleased to invite consultants to submit proposals to provide graphics, project scoping, grant writing assistance, and related services for the Lower Willapa River Resilience Project. In collaboration with Washington Sea Grant and the cities of South Bend and Raymond, PCD is hosting community workshops and providing technical assistance to address flooding, habitat, and climate change concerns across the Lower Willapa River area. The selected consultant will support this work through the creation of accessible graphics for adaptation workshops in 2025, and assistance with project scoping and grant writing for three priority projects through late 2026. Projects are not yet identified but possible outcomes include: green stormwater infrastructure, drainage infrastructure, roadway adaptations, and more. Up to $150,000 is available for this contract.</p>Pacific Conservation District is pleased to invite consultants to submit proposals to provide graphics, project scoping, grant writing assistance, and related services for the Lower Willapa River Resilience Project. In collaboration with Washington Sea Grant and the cities of South Bend and Raymond, PCD is hosting community workshops and providing technical assistance to address flooding, habitat, and climate change concerns across the Lower Willapa River area. The selected consultant will support this work through the creation of accessible graphics for adaptation workshops in 2025, and assistance with project scoping and grant writing for three priority projects through late 2026. Projects are not yet identified but possible outcomes include: green stormwater infrastructure, drainage infrastructure, roadway adaptations, and more. Up to $150,000 is available for this contract.

]]>4/23/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67155<p>Calling for ideas to reimagine the future of a great American street. Market Street Reimagined competition is now open.</p>Calling for ideas to reimagine the future of a great American street. Market Street Reimagined competition is now open.

]]>4/23/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67153<p>Introduction and Project Overview:<br />The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) in partnership with the Fayette County Commission is leading a planning and development effort focused on the 900+ acre parcel known as Wolf Creek Park located between Oak Hill and Fayetteville in Fayette County, West Virginia.</p>Introduction and Project Overview:
The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) in partnership with the Fayette County Commission is leading a planning and development effort focused on the 900+ acre parcel known as Wolf Creek Park located between Oak Hill and Fayetteville in Fayette County, West Virginia.

]]>4/22/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67093<p>Riverlife seeks a transportation planner to explore the broader impacts of possible expansion scenarios of Allegheny Riverfront Park (ARP). AECOM completed a preliminary Transportation Impact Study (TIS) in September 2023, but the scope was fairly limited, and it was recommended that the a broader view should be taken to more thoroughly assess existing traffic conditions and outline transportation impacts and opportunities throughout the Golden Triangle and Strip District resulting from any proposed expansions of the park.</p>Riverlife seeks a transportation planner to explore the broader impacts of possible expansion scenarios of Allegheny Riverfront Park (ARP). AECOM completed a preliminary Transportation Impact Study (TIS) in September 2023, but the scope was fairly limited, and it was recommended that the a broader view should be taken to more thoroughly assess existing traffic conditions and outline transportation impacts and opportunities throughout the Golden Triangle and Strip District resulting from any proposed expansions of the park.

]]>4/11/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=67079<p>OVERVIEW<br />Throughout history, trees have been used to make life more comfortable for people living in towns and cities, and we are still discovering all the ways trees improve people’s lives today.</p>OVERVIEW
Throughout history, trees have been used to make life more comfortable for people living in towns and cities, and we are still discovering all the ways trees improve people’s lives today.

]]>4/7/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=66808<p>International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) Foundations are two-day intensive workshops during which IMBA staff, trail industry experts and local stakeholders lead participants through the journey to a model community trail system: planning, design, building, activation, promotion and measuring success. Attendees also get a firsthand look at components of an intentional and diverse mountain bike trails community through field visits.</p>International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) Foundations are two-day intensive workshops during which IMBA staff, trail industry experts and local stakeholders lead participants through the journey to a model community trail system: planning, design, building, activation, promotion and measuring success. Attendees also get a firsthand look at components of an intentional and diverse mountain bike trails community through field visits.

]]>2/25/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=66697<p>The Dezeen Awards is an annual awards programme identifying the world's best design, sustainability, architecture, and interiors projects, as well as the studios and the individual architects and designers producing the most outstanding work.</p>The Dezeen Awards is an annual awards programme identifying the world's best design, sustainability, architecture, and interiors projects, as well as the studios and the individual architects and designers producing the most outstanding work.

]]>2/7/2025http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=66521<p>International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) Foundations are two-day intensive workshops during which IMBA staff, trail industry experts and local stakeholders lead participants through the journey to a model community trail system: planning, design, building, activation, promotion and measuring success. Attendees also get a firsthand look at components of an intentional and diverse mountain bike trails community through field visits. </p>International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) Foundations are two-day intensive workshops during which IMBA staff, trail industry experts and local stakeholders lead participants through the journey to a model community trail system: planning, design, building, activation, promotion and measuring success. Attendees also get a firsthand look at components of an intentional and diverse mountain bike trails community through field visits.

]]>12/16/2024http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=66471<p>European Center of Sustainable Development in collaboration with CIT University.</p>European Center of Sustainable Development in collaboration with CIT University.

]]>12/3/2024http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=64728<p>Summer [In]stitute is a fast track to launching your landscape architecture career. Explore the methods and theories driving the field, experience the culture of design studios, and develop a portfolio for job and graduate school applications with the expert guidance of faculty mentors.</p>Summer [In]stitute is a fast track to launching your landscape architecture career. Explore the methods and theories driving the field, experience the culture of design studios, and develop a portfolio for job and graduate school applications with the expert guidance of faculty mentors.

]]>10/3/2024http://www.asla.org/EventDetails.aspx?id=65895<p>Lunch and Learn Opportunity<br />Eligible for 1 AIA HSW, 1 GBCI, 1 LACES HSW PDH, 1 RCEP</p>Lunch and Learn Opportunity
Eligible for 1 AIA HSW, 1 GBCI, 1 LACES HSW PDH, 1 RCEP

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