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Classes & Events 2023
SMWD Workshops & Spring Events
Santa Margarita Water District is proud to present monthly virtual classes, quarterly hands-on workshops, and family-friendly events to connect customers with the latest topics in water efficiency.
Bring your shovel and your own container and SMWD will provide the FREE material.
Many thanks to OC Waste and Recycling's Capistrano Greenery for making this event possible!
Applying a minimum 2" thick layer of wood mulch to your soil will:
- Improve Soil Fertility
- Assist with Erosion Control
- Suppress Weeds
- Retain Soil Moisture
- Cool and Feed the Roots Zone of Plants
* Each household is limited to 1 CY or 8 bags. 1 bag of material will cover 40 square feet @ 1" deep.
* Loading of material is self service, unless assistance is needed.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (Registration is required for this event)
CELEBRATE NATIONAL ARBOR DAY WITH US!
Thursday, April 27 at 7 PM
This virtual workshop will cover:
- The importance of trees in the landscape
- How to prioritize trees on your property
- How to plant and care for trees
- 3-ways to adapt your irrigation system to keep trees watered
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
All attendees of this class will receive a voucher to pick-up a free Soil Moisture Probe or full color Landscape Maintenance Guide.
Saturday, April 29, 2023
8:30 am - 10:30 am Garden Design Expo
11:00 am - 1 pm Self-guided Driving Tour
Chat with plant experts and take home some sweet garden giveaways!
- Learn about sustainable landscape design
- Tour the SMWD WaterWorks Garden styles: Mediterranean, Cal Native, Southwest, Meadow, and Home Orchard
- Celebrate National Arbor Day by attending a Tree Health workshop w/ a certified Arborist
- Get a map and head out on a self-guided home garden tour!
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Deciphering Your Irrigation Controller
Thursday, April 20 at 6 PM
In this workshop you will learn how to:
1. Understanding irrigation's role in maintaining a soil moisture balance
2. Outline the purpose and potential of weather-based controller
3. Review basic terminology and programming principles
4. Identify special functions, i.e., cycle & soak and seasonal percentage changes
Reserve your spot today
Drip Irrigation Fundamentals
Thursday, April 13 at 6 PM
In this workshop you will learn how to:
1. Understanding Soil Moisture Balance
2. Key components of a properly installed drip system
3. Typical problems with drip and how to avoid them
4. Developing a successful maintenance practice
Reserve your spot today
Irrigation & Water Use Efficiency
Wednesday, April 5 at 6 PM
In this workshop you will learn how to:
1. Overview of an Irrigation System
2. Programming a Controller
3. Why Drip Over Spray
4. Easy Ways to Conserve Water