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WANT YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL AND YOUR LOCAL PARKS TO STOP SPRAYING PESTICIDES? 

Join us on 9/27 in Novato and/or 9/28 in Petaluma

We know pesticides can be dangerous to our kids and pets. The good news is that we don’t need pesticides to have beautiful lawns, parks, and sports fields. Grass that is grown organically is more drought-tolerant and more resistant to pests than conventionally managed grass. It’s time for a change.

Join Non-Toxic Schools, YardSmartMarin and many other local nonprofits on Wednesday, September 27 at 6 PM in Novato for a FREE community presentation from nationally renowned expert, Chip Osborne, to learn the basics about organic turf management. Jay Feldman, the director of Beyond Pesticides, will speak about the fully-funded 2 year programmatic support available to schools and towns that commit to go organic. When you leave, you’ll be ready to email your school administrators and town officials to convince them to adopt a healthier approach to turf management. Invite your moms’ group to join you for a fun and informative night out. There’s power in numbers so spread the word!

Want to learn even more? Come to the full-day technical training seminar on Thursday, September 28 in Petaluma so you can apply these cutting edge techniques in your own backyard. Too busy to work in the yard? Tell your gardener about this event! Make sure your town officials and school administrators are aware so they can register their landscaping maintenance staff. This is a can’t-miss opportunity for anyone who cares for lawns, sports fields, or parks.

To register or get more information about both events, click here.  Marin County can lead the way toward a more sustainable future. Join us!

Tracey Liao Van Hooser is the Program Director for YardSmartMarin, a nonprofit organization that empowers people to reduce or eliminate pesticide use through awareness and education about safer, effective alternatives.

Visit YardSmartMarinfor safe and effective solutions to all of your pest problems including rodents, weeds, bugs, and plant diseases. Learn more about why it’s so important to protect your kids, pets, wildlife, and the environment from pesticides. Sign up for our newsletter to be alerted about FREE webinars. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and email us anytime: info@yardsmartmarin.org

More from this issue:

A Child’s Second Home HERE >>

In Defense of the Ordinary Barbie HERE >>

Pilates You Can Do at Your Desk HERE >>

Playgroup Spotlight: October-December 2022 HERE >>

Sharing Financial Wisdom With Your Kids HERE >>

Want Your Child’s School and Your Local Parks to Stop Spraying Pesticides? HERE >>