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This year's Business Track will provide information and tools to help you meet current challenges and thrive as the economy improves. Learn what to expect from the rest of 2009 and beyond, get expert advice on re-tooling your business and marketing strategies for success, and learn how to take advantage of the Internet and online social media.

Looking for inspiration? Don't miss this year's Design Track, endorsed by the ASLA! Explore the landscape architecture of South America, tour projects illustrating the ecological restoration & revegetation challenges in the arid Southwest, and check out innovative and sustainable design trends.

Explore infinite possibilities in the Trees & Plants Track. Learn about new and low-fuel species for higher elevations; discover fabulous Australian plants; consider spectacular, under-used agaves, yuccas, and aloes; and review the growth forms of Sonoran Desert trees. Be sure not to miss Mary Irish's insights into the edible gardening Renaissance!

Keep up to date with the latest in Pest Management & Plant Health. SHADE has the information you need, from emerging regulatory issues to calibration of fertilizer and plant protectants. Learn how to improve service and control costs through effective weed management practices, review strategies for mosquito management, and catch up on utilizing organic products.

Two alternate Irrigation Sessions, will also be offered, including information on the EPA's WaterSense Program and its significance to the Green Industry, as well as a workshop from Ewing Irrigation on creating efficient irrigation systems.

CEUs available from ADA, ASLA, GCSAA, IA, ISA, and OPM (formerly SPCC).







New this year! The Marketplace at SHADE provides an opportunity to learn about products, visit with industry professionals, and explore resources that support your business.



Arizona Certified Nursery Professional (ACNP) Training
8:00am - 4:00pm
$150 for ANA members; $245 for non-members

You must REGISTER SEPARATELY for the ACNP class. Contact the ANA at 480-966-1610.

Led by industry experts, this all-day class will help attendees prepare for the ACNP exam, which will be offered in September. Cost includes ACNP manual, morning & afternoon refreshments, and lunch.





Surround yourself with the splendors of nature. SHADE will be held at The Buttes Resort in Tempe, Arizona, on Friday, August 14, 2009. An hors d'oeuvres reception will follow the event. Plan to spend the evening catching up with friends and enjoying the amentities of the resort.



A special room rate of $89 is available until July 11th.

Call now! 1-888-867-7492

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The Buttes, a Marriott Resort
2000 Westcourt Way
Tempe, AZ 85282
www.marriott.com/PHXTM