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Benda Board® — Proper Installation Methods for Long-Lasting Results

Join us for a lunch and learn at Southwest Boulder & Stone in Fullerton where you’ll learn proper Benda Board installation and how to avoid the critical mistakes that most often lead to failure in the field.

This presentation zeroes in on the most common installation errors - including those that cause buckling, warping, and lifting - and provides clear, practical strategies to prevent them. Rather than covering basic concepts most contractors already know, the discussion will address frequent misconceptions that persist across the industry and compromise long-term performance.

Attend and gain practical, real-world insights that lead to stronger, longer-lasting installations designed to perform for years. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or a detail-driven installer, this lunch and learn will change the way you approach Benda Board and help elevate the quality and durability of your work.

Click here to reserve your spot at this event.

This class can also be presented in spanish.

Join us at our chapter kickoff meeting on January 21 in Costa Mesa. Attend to learn about the exciting things we’ve got planned for 2026 and meet your new Board of Directors. Don’t miss this great networking event where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with CLCA professionals who can help you grow, both professionally and personally.

Click here to register.

Ring in the holidays with us on Thursday, December 11, at Maggiano's Little Italy South Coast Plaza. Come out and enjoy some tasty Italian favorites while celebrating 2025 with your CLCA friends.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

Click here to register your attendance before December 4.

Are you looking for ways to get involved with the Orange County Chapter of CLCA? Looking to make a difference through volunteering? Now’s your chance!

Plan to join us for our 2026 Planning Meeting on Wednesday, October 15, from 9 a.m.-noon. At this meeting, we will brainstorm ideas for our 2026 events and educational programs, assess past events (what worked, what didn’t), detail a 2026 budget, and more.

Attending this meeting will give you the opportunity to voice any ideas you have, volunteer for a committee you’re interested in helping on, or simply get a first-hand look at how we come up with the fun and educational programs we offer throughout the year. Interested in serving on the 2026 board? Call Chapter President David Horton at (949) 653-1101 to discuss opportunities.

This meeting is FREE to attend and includes lunch. RSVP’s are required to ensure we have enough food. Can’t stay for the entire time? No worries! Join us for as little or as long as you can. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there!

RSVP to Bronwyn to let us know you’re coming!

Attend our Beautification Awards banquet on Saturday, October 4, where the opportunity for success is the prospecting! Not only will you learn if your project will be recognized, but you could also leave a lasting impression on your customers and colleagues. Inviting your customers, designers, architects, management companies, and staff is a great way to showcase your work, thank them for their loyalty, and have some fun!

Didn’t enter a project? Plan on attending anyway. Photos of the winning properties will be showcased in a multi-media presentation during the awards ceremony, allowing you an opportunity to get ideas for your projects.

Click here to register to attend/sponsor.

Join us for an engaging lunch & learn presentation on Firesafe Landscaping: Do’s and Don’ts. Led by Lindsay Ono – CLCA State President and Professor of Ornamental Horticulture at Bakersfield College – this session will explore essential landscape design and maintenance strategies to enhance fire safety. Discover practical tips to create beautiful yet resilient landscapes that protect your property and community.

Don’t miss this chance to learn directly from an expert in the field! This event is open to all landscape professionals. CLCA members attend free.

Click here to register.

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.

Join us for an action-packed evening filled with food, networking, baseball and all-around fun!! We’ll be meeting in the parking lot by the “Big A” beginning at 5:30 p.m. for some tailgating. The Angels play the Cubs starting at 6:38 p.m. Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours as soon as possible. Email Bronwyn to reserve yours today!

Winning a Beautification award can be an excellent marketing tool that can help you grow your business. Don't miss out on your potential by not entering the competition. 

Click here to download your entry form.

LANDSCAPE JUDGING WILL TAKE PLACE JUNE 26-28, 2025.
LIGHTING JUDGING WILL TAKE PLACE SEPTEMBER 3-4, 2025.

Join us at Tijeras Creek Golf Course on Thursday, May 22, to take a break from your daily burdens and enjoy some fun on the links with your CLCA friends! 

The tournament will have an 8 a.m. shotgun start, followed by a luncheon and awards banquet. We will also have a raffle, conducted in a pick-a-prize format. Tickets will be sold during registration and lunch and participants will be able to choose the prize they want to win! Winners will be drawn following lunch.

Click here to register as a golfer and/or sponsor.

Join us for happy hour at Concourse Bowling in Anaheim! Enjoy games, food, and drinks while hanging out with your green industry friends.

Click here to register. Sponsorship opportunities also available.

Discover how to expand your landscaping expertise and capitalize on the increasing demand for high-end putting greens at this lunch and learn hosted by CLCA Member Smart Turf.

What you'll Learn:

• Why putting greens are in high demand and how to add them to your service offerings;
• Best practices for presenting artificial grass solutions to your customers;
• Installation essentials like base prep, infill selection, and seaming artificial grass;
• Product knowledge to help you choose the right turf for different applications, ensuring long-lasting and high-performance installations.

Enjoy a delicious lunch while gaining valuable knowledge to expand your services and meet the growing demand for high-end putting greens.

Click here to register.

This event has been cancelled due to lack of registrations.

Attend this meeting to get tips for accident prevention through safety and risk management, learn the value of having a triage program for your company, and discover how fleet cards can save you time and money. You'll also have the opportunity to grow your green industry network and share your experiences to support other professionals!

Keynote Speakers:
*Ed Taylor, CEO, Risk Solutions Inc.
*Pete Morales, Sr Risk Management Consultant, Insurance Company of the West
*Patrick Berkery, Commercial Fueling rep, Robinson Oil

Thank you to CLCA Insurance Solutions for securing our speakers on accident prevention and triage programs!

This event is FREE to attend for CLCA members. Non-member fee is $10.

Join us at our chapter kickoff meeting on our new date of January 29. Attend to learn about the exciting things we’ve got planned for 2025 and meet your new Board of Directors. Don’t miss this great networking event where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with CLCA professionals who can help you grow, both professionally and personally.

Click here to register.

All are welcome to attend this meeting via zoom. Email Bronwyn for information to join.

Ring in the holidays with us on Wednesday, December 11, at Dave & Buster's in Irvine starting at 7 p.m. Located inside the Irvine Spectrum, this venue will provide the perfect setting for this year's holiday party. Come out and enjoy some tasty food while celebrating 2024 with your CLCA friends.

Click here to register your attendance before December 4.

More details coming soon!

Are you looking for ways to get involved with the Orange County Chapter of CLCA? Looking to make a difference through volunteering? Now’s your chance!

Join us for our 2025 Planning Meeting on Thursday, October 24, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m in Irvine. At this meeting, we will brainstorm ideas for our 2025 events and educational programs, assess past events (what worked, what didn’t), detail a 2025 budget, and more!

Attending this meeting will give you the opportunity to voice any ideas you have, volunteer for a committee you’re interested in helping on, or simply get a first-hand look at how we come up with the fun and educational programs we offer throughout the year. Interested in serving on the 2025 board? Call Chapter President Dave Horton at (949) 653-1101 to discuss opportunities.

This meeting is FREE to attend and includes lunch. RSVP’s are required to ensure we have enough food. Can’t stay for the entire time? No worries! Join us for as little or as long as you can. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there!

RSVP to Margot at 714-726-3843 to get the meeting address.

Attend our Beautification Awards banquet on Friday, September 27, where the opportunity for success is the prospecting! Not only will you learn if your project will be recognized, but you could also leave a lasting impression on your customers and colleagues. Inviting your customers, designers, architects, management companies, and staff is a great way to showcase your work, thank them for their loyalty, and have some fun!

Didn’t enter a project? Plan on attending anyway. Photos of the winning properties will be showcased in a multi-media presentation during the awards ceremony, allowing you an opportunity to get ideas for your projects.

Click here to register before September 12.

All are welcome to attend this meeting via zoom. Email Bronwyn for information to join.

Join us for an evening at the Los Alamitos Race Course on Saturday, August 31. Enjoy the colorful spectacle of live horse racing, the opportunity to win money at the betting windows (not included in admission), delicious dinner, and elegant surroundings while networking with other members of CLCA in a fun environment. Bring the family! Call Margot with questions at (714) 726-3843.

Click here to register.

All are welcome to join us for a family-friendly day at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point. We will be based at a campsite just steps away from the beach where we can play games and hang out. This event is free to attend. Enjoy networking with other members of CLCA in a fun and relaxed environment. Bring your family, a picnic lunch, and refreshments if you like. A BBQ will be available for those who want to use it. Registration is requested so that we know how many to expect. Call Margot with questions at (714) 726-3843. We look forward to seeing you there!

Click here to let us know that you’re coming!

Winning a Beautification award can be an excellent marketing tool that can help you grow your business. Don't miss out on your potential by not entering the competition. 

Click here to download your entry form.

LANDSCAPE JUDGING WILL TAKE PLACE JUNE 27-29, 2024.
THE AWARDS BANQUET WILL BE SEPTEMBER 27, 2024, IN ORANGE.

Save the date and plan to join us at the NPT Showroom in Anaheim for a vendor showcase and lunch.

More information coming soon!

Join us at Tijeras Creek Golf Course on Thursday, April 18, to take a break from your daily burdens and enjoy some fun on the links with your CLCA friends! 

The tournament will have an 8 a.m. shotgun start, followed by a luncheon and awards banquet. We will also have a raffle, conducted in a pick-a-prize format. Tickets will be sold during registration and lunch and participants will be able to choose the prize they want to win! Winners will be drawn following lunch.

Click here to register. Click here to download an informational flyer.

Save the date and plan to join us for happy hour at Concourse Bowling in Anaheim! Enjoy games, food, and drinks while hanging out with your green industry friends.

Thank you to sponsors TOP Lights and Kellogg Garden Products. There is one sponsorship opportunity still available. Call Margot at (714) 726-3843 for more information.

Click here to register.

Artificial grass offers a compelling solution for sustainable landscaping practices. Join us at SmartTurf to learn about the benefits, applications, and installation processes of artificial grass. Consider expanding your services while catering to the growing demand for eco-friendly landscaping solutions. This event is free to attend with pre-registration thanks to SmartTurf.

Click here to register.

Drip systems can provide highly efficient irrigation results, but they have unique challenges in design and layout. Join us at Ewing Outdoor Supply in San Juan Capistrano and learn how to approach these challenges and get your questions answered from irrigation aficionado and Netafim rep, Allister Cooney.

If you have experienced issues with pressure, uneven performance, problems with plant establishment, problems with fertilizing a drip irrigated landscape or just wondered how to use all of those charts and information that manufacturers provide, then this class is for you. Allister will design / layout a drip system correctly for you to see too.

Attend this class to:

*Learn about soil type and how it impacts the drip design (clue; its REALLY important!).

*Find out how to properly design a system for correct pressure and flow.

*Learn how to design for slopes and change of elevation.

*Learn when (and when not) to use air relief valves, automatic vs manual flush valves and check valves.

*Understand how to fertilize with a drip system.

*Use calculators and tools to make life easier and more efficient.

You don't want to miss it! This lunch and learn is free to attend thanks to sponsor Ewing Outdoor Supply. Click here to register.

Join us at our chapter kickoff meeting on January 24. Attend to learn about the exciting things we’ve got planned for 2024 and meet your new Board of Directors. Don’t miss this great networking event where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with CLCA professionals who can help you grow, both professionally and personally.

Click here to register.

It's time to break out your ugliest Christmas sweater! Celebrate the season with us at the Orange County Mining Co. starting at 6 p.m. This rustic, casual, and relaxing, American steakhouse will be festively decorated, providing the perfect setting for this year's holiday party.

Thanks to our wonderful event sponsors (Arborjet, Imperial Sprinkler Supply, and Southwest Boulder & Stone) we will have appetizers and a hosted bar for the first hour! Dinner will be a filet mignon with mushroom cap and chicken in white wine sauce.

You definitely don't want to miss this holiday event that's open to all CLCA members and friends. Come out and enjoy some tasty food while celebrating 2023 with your CLCA friends! There will be a prize for the ugliest Christmas sweater.

Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot as soon as possible. Cost for this fun-filled celebration is just $85. Reach out to Margot Boyer at (714) 726-3843 with questions.

Click here to register.

All are welcome to attend this meeting via zoom. Email Bronwyn for information to join.