Jun
17
11:00 AM11:00

Making the Economic Case for Landscape Architecture

Join a collective learning experience for the landscape architecture community. We will explore how to better understand the many economic benefits of nature-based solutions that landscape architects plan and design.

The series builds on the economic analyses ASLA released in 2024 and will help guide a new economic research plan for the landscape architecture community.

The series will explore:

  • How economists and project stakeholders (governments, developers, insurance companies, etc.) understand the economic benefits of nature-based solutions and landscape architecture

  • How landscape architects can better make the economic case for their projects

  • Potential areas of economic research that can be advanced by ASLA, the Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF), the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA) and landscape architecture educators, partner organizations (ULI, etc.), and economists and market researchers

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Jun
26
10:00 AM10:00

Local Leadership on Climate and Biodiversity: Lessons from Nunavut, Vancouver, and Toronto - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/HSW

Hear from Canadian landscape architects working in local and regional government on how to overcome national obstacles and advance biodiversity and climate goals. Learn about Nunavut’s Climate Adaptation Plan, Vancouver’s Blue Green systems, and Toronto’s performance requirements for low carbon, resilient, and biodiverse development – which have all been led by landscape architects. Discover new ways to move forward policy and action in an equitable way at the local and regional levels. 

Learning objectives:

  • Understand how climate and biodiversity policies are developed at the national, regional, and local levels in Canada 

  • Gain insight into equitable planning and design strategies that involve Indigenous and underserved communities 

  • Understand how Canadian landscape architects in public practice are developing policies at the regional and local levels on climate adaptation, biodiversity, green infrastructure, and water and land resource management

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Jul
16
10:00 AM10:00

Artificial Intelligence: It’s in Your Firm (Whether You Know It or Not) - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/non-HSW)

The time of AI is upon us.  While many are not worried about this buzzword, many firms are embracing the technology and doing what they can to get ahead of what seems inevitable. During this session, we will examine what is going on with AI, what are people using, what can be done, and how will this impact our lives.  We will examine the insurability ramifications, and privacy concerns the leveraging of AI may create.  Finally, if you think your firm isn’t already leveraging this, you may be wrong. We will talk about strategies others have put in place to help manage internally and externally the use of the evolving technology. 

Learning Objectives:

At the end of course participants will be able to: 

  1. Identify and explain applicable artificial intelligence systems for a design professional and how it impacts the firm’s every day.  

  2. Analyze the impacts the leveraging of artificial intelligence may have on the firm, with focus from a risk and liability point of view.  

  3. Evaluate and plan how you will leverage this technology while assessing the risk and heightened standard of care this may create.  

  4. Recognize the risk associated with the AI use and determine the situation in which each type should be used.  

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Jul
17
10:00 AM10:00

2025 Pulse Check: Business Strategies and Market Shifts in Landscape Architecture - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/non-HSW)

Join a dynamic roundtable discussion with firm leaders featured in the 2024 ASLA Landscape Architecture Industry Report as we explore key trends and uncover new developments shaping the profession in 2025. Since the initial interviews conducted in mid-2024, the landscape has continued to evolve—from changing economic conditions and shifting client priorities to workforce challenges and supply chain dynamics. 

This conversation will explore how firms are adapting in real time, what strategies are working, and where the profession may be headed next. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear candid insights from leaders across the field and contribute your own perspective on what’s emerging, what’s shifting, and what’s next.

Learning Objectives:  

By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 

  • Analyze how firm leaders are responding to economic conditions in 2025, including new business strategies, service pivots, and client engagement approaches. 

  • Evaluate current challenges and solutions related to employee recruitment and retention, workplace culture, and emerging professional support. 

  • Identify key shifts in construction costs, materials, and client priorities—and how firms are managing expectations, timelines, and project types in response. 

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Native Prairie and Oak Savanna; How to Specify, Install and Manage with Lessons Learned at Graham Oaks Nature Park
Jun
12
2:45 PM14:45

Native Prairie and Oak Savanna; How to Specify, Install and Manage with Lessons Learned at Graham Oaks Nature Park

ASLA Oregon Mt. Hood Section in partnership with Oregon Metro are pleased to announce Native Prairie and Oak Savanna; How to Specify, Install and Manage with Lessons Learned at Graham Oaks Nature Park event. (1.5 HSW PDW)

Oak savannas and native prairies have been the primary ecosystems of the Willamette Valley for thousands of years thanks to human stewardship.  Unfortunately, only 1% of these landscape typologies remain, leading to the sharp decline of the flora and fauna that depend on them.  In response, many designers and owners are working to incorporate savannas and prairies in their projects.  At this event you will learn how to specify, install and nurture these important ecosystems.  The event will be held at Graham Oaks Nature Park where Metro restored an oak savanna and has been managing it for the past 10 years.  On a universally accessible walking tour of the park, you will learn about their successes and challenges and their plans for the future. 

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Jun
10
10:00 AM10:00

Harnessing the Power of Water Features & Water Harvesting Solutions: Innovative Resolutions for a Sustainable Future and Profitable Ventures - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/HSW)

Learn to approach water with a proactive mindset, recognizing its essential role in sustaining life and the environment. This means promoting efficient design and construction methods, integrating smart water management solutions into landscape architecture and water features, and helping clients maximize returns through sustainable water use practices.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Gain knowledge about various water harvesting methods and technologies, including runoff collection, condensate collection, and water well collection. 

  2. Explore ways to monetize collected water through commercial applications and community projects, highlighting the economic advantages of sustainable water practices. 

  3. Learn how effective water harvesting can contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing water waste and improving water uses. 

  4. Learn how to integrate water-efficient design and construction practices into landscape architecture and urban planning projects. 

  5. Review successful water harvesting projects and best practices from around Texas, gaining insights into practical applications and innovative solutions.

Hosted by ASLA's Water Conservation Professional Practice Network (PPN)

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McKeown Memorial Lecture at UO "Thinking Through Soil"
Jun
2
12:00 PM12:00

McKeown Memorial Lecture at UO "Thinking Through Soil"

To think through soil is to engage with some of the most critical issues of our time. In addition to its agricultural role in feeding eight billion people, soil has become the primary agent of carbon storage in global climate models, and it is crucial for biodiversity, flood control, and freshwater resources. Perhaps no other material is asked to do so much for the human environment, and yet our basic conceptual model of what soil is and how it works remains surprisingly vague.

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Portland Harbor Restoration Ecology: Lessons from the 2005 Remediation of the McCormick & Baxter Creosoting Company Superfund Site. (1 PDW)
May
15
2:45 PM14:45

Portland Harbor Restoration Ecology: Lessons from the 2005 Remediation of the McCormick & Baxter Creosoting Company Superfund Site. (1 PDW)

  • McCormick & Baxter Creosoting Company Superfund Site (Parking at UP Physical Plant) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ASLA Oregon Mt. Hood Section in partnership with Northwest Playground Equipment, Inc. are pleased to announce Portland Harbor Restoration Ecology: Lessons from the 2005 Remediation of the McCormick & Baxter Creosoting Company Superfund Site. (1 PDW)

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TCLF's Soak it up: Combating Climate Change with Landscape Architecture
May
7
5:00 PM17:00

TCLF's Soak it up: Combating Climate Change with Landscape Architecture

TCLF Oberlander Prize Forum Soak it Up: Combating Climate Change with Landscape Architecture

Sanya Mangrove Park, Sanya, Hainan Province, China, 2018. Photo ©Turenscape

The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF) and PlayCore proudly announce a free global summit, Soak it Up: Combating Climate Change with Landscape Architecture.

 

The “sponge cities” concept for addressing urban flooding, pioneered by Beijing-based landscape architect Kongjian Yu, most recent winner of the Cornelia Hahn Oberlander International Landscape Architecture Prize, inspires this global event that will address pressing environmental and social challenges, including biodiversity loss, climate change, and social inequities.

 

Soak It Up features five pre-recorded presentations and a live 90-minute panel discussion and Q&A. Kongjian Yu will be joined by international landscape architecture leaders Herbert Dreiseitl (Germany), Jasper Hugtenburg (Netherlands), Mia Lehrer (United States), and Kotchakorn Voraakhom (Thailand) to explore the critical role of landscape architecture in designing water infrastructure to harmonize people and nature.

 

Registration is now open and  the first three videos will go live on March 17, followed by the remaining two videos on April 14. The capstone live webinar will take place on May 7 at 8pm ET.

 

The series and free registration are sponsored and underwritten by PlayCore.

Click here for more information and to register.

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Fuller Lecture Series at UO: Vernacular Agriculture POSTPONED UNTIL FALL
May
2
5:00 PM17:00

Fuller Lecture Series at UO: Vernacular Agriculture POSTPONED UNTIL FALL

  • Ford Alumni Center, Giustina Ballroom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FALL

The annual Fuller Lecture Series is excited to invite Forbes LIpschitz to discuss Vernacular Agriculture. The topic is part of the Fuller exhibit held in the Lawrence Hall atrium in fall 2024. Lipschitz is an Associate Professor and the Graduate Chair of Landscape Architecture at the Knowlton School. As a faculty affiliate for the Initiative in Food and AgriCultural Transformation, her current research investigates the potential of design to reframe and reshape conventional working landscapes. Through public installations and participatory workshops, she explores ways for design to help communities better understand and engage with agricultural systems. Her research has been published nationally and internationally and her creative work has been featured in Landscape Architecture Magazine, Metropolis Magazine, and Smithsonian Magazine. She has been awarded funding from the Foundation for Food and Agricultural Research, the Graham Foundation for Fine Arts and the Van Alen Institute. 

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Rx for Central City Livability: Applying Past Successes with Earl Blumenauer
May
2
11:30 AM11:30

Rx for Central City Livability: Applying Past Successes with Earl Blumenauer

Rx for Central City Livability, hosted by City Club of Portland's Built Environment Issue Committee, is a free public program series that will explore how Portland’s built environment can support a more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable downtown and inner Eastside. Through expert panels (March–May) and hands-on workshops (June–July), participants will examine past successes, learn from other cities, and generate bold, innovative ideas and actionable strategies to shape a Central City where people want to live, work, and gather. Featured speakers include a diverse group of community development professionals, from urban planners and architects to economists and civic leaders. Whether you're a professional in the field, or just someone who cares deeply about community, neighborhoods, and public spaces, these programs will inspire you to think differently about what's next for the Central City.


Rx for Central City Livability: Applying Past Successes
Friday, May 2, 12 to 1:30 pm (Doors at 11:30 am)
University Place Hotel & Conference Center, 310 SW Lincoln St, Portland

Admission: General admission is free, but registration is encouraged. Lunch admission is $25 for City Club members, $32 for non-members, and includes a better seat.

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Portland has a history of transformative urban investments, from the creation of the Transit Mall and Waterfront Park to the development of the Pearl District. These projects reshaped the city through collaboration, vision, and catalytic investments. As we look ahead, what lessons can we take from these past successes to guide the next chapter of Portland’s urban evolution?

Hear from leaders who have played key roles in shaping Portland’s built environment as they discuss how we can continue to foster a vibrant and resilient Central City.

The conversation will be moderated by Earl Blumenauer, former U.S. Congressman for Oregon and Presidential Fellow at the Institute for Portland Metropolitan Studies at Portland State University.

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2025 ASLA Oregon Design symposium
Apr
26
8:00 AM08:00

2025 ASLA Oregon Design symposium

What lenses do we use to design landscapes? This year’s symposium investigates how the design process engages cultural, natural, and technological perspectives. Do landscape architects and designers have an expansive vision, or are we being myopic? What viewpoints are we prioritizing, and how might we look at things from new perspectives to create more inclusive and impactful spaces? As a prism refracts light into a spectrum of colors, landscape architecture reveals multiple interpretations of a site and its context. Join Lenses: Perspectives on Design and explore how we shape our lenses, and our lenses shape us.

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Apr
18
5:00 PM17:00

UO Lecture: "Life Lessons from the Garden"

Join us for a fun gathering as we welcome horticulturist, floral designer and children’s book author, Riz Reyes, for a presentation about pursuing a career driven by a passion for plants, flowers and a love of nature. 

Follow along his personal timeline and learn about how gardening, working with plants and the people that grow them, teaches insightful life lessons. Riz will discuss his own experience navigating the challenges of maintaining/abandoning cultural traditions, societal norms and unrelenting expectations of oneself.

This is a public event for students considering a career in fields related to design and  horticulture, guests who may be interested in plants, flowers, and those considering a career in related fields are encouraged. 

Talk/Roundtable will be in Room LA 177, Friday, April 18th, from 5:00 -6:00 P.M. Reception in Room LA 206 from 6-7 P.M.  

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PDX ASLA Emerging Professionals Happy Hour RESCHEDULED
Apr
16
5:30 PM17:30

PDX ASLA Emerging Professionals Happy Hour RESCHEDULED

Are you a Landscape Architect or working towards becoming one? New to Portland and hoping to meet other LA peers? Then you should come meet other Emerging Professionals on Wednesday, April 2nd at Pine Street Taproom for a fun, low-key social gathering. Drinks and food are on ASLA. We hope to see you there!

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Rx for Central City Livability: The Path to Recovery in Other Cities with Steve Dotterer
Apr
4
11:30 AM11:30

Rx for Central City Livability: The Path to Recovery in Other Cities with Steve Dotterer

As Portland works to strengthen its downtown and grow its inner eastside, what can we learn from cities that have made gains doing just that, even in recent years, amidst the pandemic, inflation, and other challenges?

Hear from leaders in Denver and San Francisco, where efforts to make downtown areas more lively, accessible, and environmentally responsible are driving positive changes. These cities have focused on creating infrastructure that fosters accessibility, supports businesses, and encourages sustainable urban living, helping people both live and work in the heart of the city.

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Mar
20
5:30 PM17:30

Trivia Night at Grand Fir Brewing (Rescheduled)

  • Portland, OR, 97214 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ASLA Oregon Mt. Hood Section in partnership with Sarah Kwon from Victor Stanley is holding an in-person Trivia Night gathering at Grand Fir Brewing.

 

Free Admission: Costs covered by Victor Stanley and ASLA Oregon

The winning team receives a $100.00 cash prize

 

Modified ‘Jeopardy’ style with challenging categories

 

Teams of 3 or 4 members and/or non-members

Let us know teammate preferences at sign in or be randomly assigned teammates

 

Click here to register!

 

When: March 20, 2025 (rescheduled)

Event Starts: 5:30 pm

Game Begins and Ends: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Drinks/Appetizers: One round of drinks and appetizers courtesy of Victor Stanley

 

Space is limited to 20 attendees

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Mar
19
8:00 AM08:00

Volunteer at the NW Youth Careers Expo

The NW Youth Careers Expo is a high-energy and high-volume event, with 1,000 new high school students pouring through the front doors every hour. Each year Oregon ASLA has an exhibitor booth, where we can introduce students to landscape architecture with engaging boards. These boards include; How Would You Design Your City? gameboard, What is Landscape Architecture? information board, and What Type of Work does a Landscape Architect Do? board. These boards are still updated and we are looking for new project images and graphics to include with credit so please send those in via email! We also need volunteers to run the booth, set up, and/or break down. The more the merrier! All help is much appreciated, please RSVP to studentliaison@aslaoregon.org


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Rx for Central City Livability: A Long-Term Vision with Kaarin Knudson
Mar
7
11:30 AM11:30

Rx for Central City Livability: A Long-Term Vision with Kaarin Knudson

Rx for Central City Livability, hosted by City Club of Portland's Built Environment Issue Committee, is a free public program series that will explore how Portland’s built environment can support a more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable downtown and inner Eastside. Through expert panels (March–May) and hands-on workshops (June–July), participants will examine past successes, learn from other cities, and generate bold, innovative ideas and actionable strategies to shape a Central City where people want to live, work, and gather. Featured speakers include a diverse group of community development professionals, from urban planners and architects to economists and civic leaders. Whether you're a professional in the field, or just someone who cares deeply about community, neighborhoods, and public spaces, these programs will inspire you to think differently about what's next for the Central City.

The first three programs will be held at University Place Hotel, 310 SW Lincoln St, Portland, from 12:00–1:30 pm (doors open at 11:30 am).

  • A Long-Term Vision with Kaarin Knudson – March 7 | RSVP

  • The Path to Recovery in Other Cities with Steve Dotterer – April 4 | RSVP

  • Applying Past Successes with Earl Blumenauer – May 2 | RSVP

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CEU Opportunity: Musical Playgrounds: Inclusive Learning & Play
Feb
26
12:00 PM12:00

CEU Opportunity: Musical Playgrounds: Inclusive Learning & Play

Play and music are both essential parts of our lives. When we can combine music and play together in a fun and engaging space, the benefits are numerous, no matter your age. This course discusses why play and music education perform such a critical role in the development of happy, healthy children. We'll discuss the copious amounts of research that tell us that music education has real-life benefits, such as increased IQ, language development, and social engagement, and the role music plays within multiple therapies for the elderly and those suffering from mental illnesses. The course finishes with an overview of how to design musical play spaces for safety and inclusivity.

Virtual - Registration here

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Jan
31
8:00 AM08:00

Shadow Mentor Day 2025

Shadow Mentor Day is an annual event hosted by the Oregon ASLA Chapter. Participating firms will be matched with a current UO landscape architecture student and will host the student(s) at their own office and show them a day in the life of working in landscape architecture. Mentors are expected to take the student(s) from a breakfast meeting to their office for the day, and then bring the student(s) to the ASLA-sponsored Happy Hour.

Please Join us at the Eugene and Portland Shadow Mentor Day Happy Hours! (January 31)

Portland: Join us for Happy Hour at Buranko Cafe 4:30-6:30. Food is provided and drinks are available for purchase.

Eugene: Join us for Happy Hour at Wheel Apizza 5-7. Pizza will be provided.

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UO Career Fair
Jan
30
11:00 AM11:00

UO Career Fair

We officially have a date set for the 2025 Career Fair. We are happy to announce that on January 30th, we will be inviting firms to Eugene to network with our talented students. The event will run from 11-3 with a reception from 3-4. More information will come as we get closer to the date.

Firms can register here

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Jan
24
5:00 PM17:00

Volunteer to plan the 2025 ASLA Oregon Symposium

This year's ASLA Oregon Symposium will be held on April 26th at the Forestry Center in Portland, so be sure to SAVE THE DATE!

Also, we are looking for volunteers for this year's crew to assist in the Symposium planning and execution. Committed volunteers will be able to attend the Symposium for free. The first volunteer meeting will be Friday, January 24th from 5pm-7pm. Please contact Vice President of Chapter Services, Azad Sadjadi, at vpchapterservices@aslaoregon.org if you are interested in attending and to receive a Zoom meeting link.

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Dec
18
5:30 PM17:30

AIA Eugene/CSI WVC/ASLA Willamette Valley Holiday Party

Join us for the AIA Eugene/CSI WVC/ASLA Willamette Valley Holiday Party at the Ed Ragozzino Ballroom on the second floor of the Gordon Hotel!

All AIA, CSI, and ASLA members, associates, allies, and allied trade members are welcome to join us to celebrate the holiday season.

Spend the evening with friends and local design professionals, as you enjoy appetizers and a drink on our sponsor!

PLEASE NOTE:

Valet parking will not be available for this event, so please plan accordingly.

Free for AIA, CSI, and ASLA members and their +1. $20 for non-members.
Space is somewhat limited, so register today!

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Rogue Valley ASLA Sites Tour
Nov
9
12:00 PM12:00

Rogue Valley ASLA Sites Tour

Join us for a day of exploration and inspiration as we tour three standout landscape architecture projects in Southern Oregon.

We begin at the Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon, where the third and final phase of its landscape master plan, designed by Terrain Landscape Architecture, will have just been completed. At 12:00 PM, Sam Bickel of Terrain will lead a guided tour, offering insights into the design’s evolution and its role in creating engaging outdoor spaces for children and families.

Next, at 2:00 PM, we’ll visit the peaceful Ashland Japanese Garden, where James Day of Solid Ground Landscape will provide a tour, showcasing the garden's artful balance of cultural design and local landscape features.

Our final stop is at Naumes Suncrest Winery at 4:00 PM, another stunning project by Terrain Landscape Architecture. Take in the beautiful surroundings while enjoying a glass of wine and charcuterie—included with your reservation fee—as we wrap up the day.

This tour is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow ASLA members, learn about innovative landscape projects, and enjoy the best of the Rogue Valley’s natural and designed environments. Don't miss this unique event!

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ASLA Oregon Park Bike Ride
Oct
20
1:00 PM13:00

ASLA Oregon Park Bike Ride

  • Laurelhurst park bathrooms on SE Ankeny (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us October 20 for a bike ride through some of Portland's iconic parks. Meet at 1PM in Laurelhurst Park near the bathrooms next to Southeast Ankeny Street for a ride around town with stops to enjoy and learn about parks followed by a happy hour at Ankeny Tap and Table (ASLA will buy your first drink and some appetizers). The ride will be approximately 8-10 miles and last 2 hours (depending on group interest/pace/weather). We will ride at a comfortable pace and won't leave anyone behind.

Please bring water, any bike repair you might need, layers depending on weather, a snack if needed.

Reach out to communications@aslaoregon.org if you would like more information or to help out. Open to emerging professionals and any landscape and bike enthusiasts.

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Tour of Woodmont Natural Park
Oct
11
9:30 AM09:30

Tour of Woodmont Natural Park

  • 1302-1002 Atwater Rd lake oswego, or (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Event date and time - October 11, 2024, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Event location – Meet at the south park entrance off Atwater Road, just east of intersection with Knaus Road. The google address is 1302-1002 Atwater Rd, Lake Oswego, OR 97034. Street parking is available along Atwater Road.

Join the ASLA Oregon Biodiversity and Climate Action Committee in a tour of the 2024 Green Ribbon for Climate Action award-winning site - Woodmont Natural Park. Tour the park with project designers from Mackenzie and learn about how preserving native habitat and upcycling onsite materials can regenerate local ecosystems and reduce carbon emissions.

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