Beneath the Oaks with Doug Tallamy: A Lowcountry Symposium on Resilient Living Landscapes
Join us for an inspiring and educational day at "Beneath the Oaks with Doug Tallamy," a Lowcountry symposium focused on creating resilient living landscapes. This day-long event includes insightful breakout sessions, and a relaxing reception to wrap up the day.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, October 10
Time: Registration begins at 1:00p // Sessions end at 5:30p Reception to follow for guests who purchased additional ticket.
Location: Charleston Museum 360 Meeting Street Paid parking is available in the Visitor Center Lot, Visitor Center Garage, and Camden Garage.
Symposium Highlights:
Keynote Speaker: New York Times Bestselling Author and Professor of Entomology Doug Tallamy, will share his expertise on the importance of native plants and sustainable gardening practices. Mr. Tallamy will present the keynote speech, "The Nature of Oaks." Get a sneak peek of his vision here.
Panelists: Sean Cannon, Kiawah Conservancy; Rebecca Fanning, Town of Sullivans Island; Mayor Will Haynie, Town of Mt. Pleasant; J R Kramer, ReMark Studio, LLC ; Madeleine McGee of the Charleston Horticultural Society will be Moderator.
Breakout Sessions: Choose from various engaging sessions led by horticulture, conservation, and landscape design experts. Topics include:
Rethinking Stormwater Ponds: HOA Embraces Native Plant Shoreline and Creates Backyard Ecotones - Joshua Robinson, Robinson Design Engineers, and Zack Snipes, Shoreline Restoration Group
Bird Friendly Yards and SC Native Plant Week - Jennifer Tyrrell, Audubon SC
Considering the Business Opportunities with Nativars - Ryan McEnaney, Bailey Nurseries' First Editions® Brand
Native Plants for Living Landscapes in the Lowcountry - Sharleen Johnson, Native Plants to the People
Exploring Ecologically Healthy Mosquito Management - Andrew Pierson, Charleston County Mosquito Management, Steve Salomon, Mission Essentials
Rethinking How We Handle Landscape Maintenance - Sean Cannon, Kiawah Island Conservancy; Ben Buckley-Green; and Dr. Blake Scott, The Marsh Project
Local Policies for Native Plants - Eddie Bernard, Town of Mt. Pleasant, and Patrea St. John, Town of Kiawah Island
Garden District Tour - Kate White, Charleston Parks Conservancy
Reception: Conclude the day with a relaxing reception at the Dewberry, mingling with like-minded individuals and reflecting on the day's insights. We have opened up more Full-day tickets including welcome reception. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
Why Attend?
Learn from Experts: Gain valuable knowledge from leading voices in the field of ecology and sustainable gardening.
Network: Connect with other gardening enthusiasts, professionals, and community members who share your passion for resilient landscapes.
Take Action: Leave inspired and equipped with practical strategies to implement in your garden and community projects.
Registration:
Tickets: $25
How to Register: Click button below to register.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute to resilient, and sustainable, living landscapes in the Lowcountry. Reserve your spot today and join us for an unforgettable day "Beneath the Oaks with Doug Tallamy."
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