# Event Details - **Event Name**: Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project!About this EventWith increasing storm intensity, are you discovering more water on your property than you can manage? In this course, you’ll learn how to calculate the rain runoff volume of impervious surfaces (roof, driveway, etc.) and how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project. Participants will practice the math calculation skills on-site at Tec Centro.Participants will receive the planning tools needed to navigate their stormwater issue with more insight and ease!The Lancaster Conservancy has protected over 11,000 acres of natural lands, which are critically important to supporting biodiversity. Smaller patches of native habitats spread throughout urban landscapes are also essential to creating corridors of habitat – food and refuge – for wildlife. This is why we are offering our Habitat Advocate program at Tec Centro in Lancaster City.The cost of the Habitat Advocate classes covers instructor fees. If the cost of this class is prohibitive, please reach out to Keith Williams, VP of Engagement and Education, at kwilliams@lancasterconservancy.org.Your PresenterElyse Jurgen, owner of Waxwing EcoWorks Co., is a community collaborator working to rebuild ecological literacy and biodiversity through hands-on ecological gardening experiences in South Central PA. She is certified as a Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional and Ecological/Permaculture Designer, along with earning an Ecological Gardening Certification from Mt. Cuba Center. She has a master’s degree in Environmental Education, 7-12 Biology Teaching Certification, and participated in Cornell University’s Civic Ecology program.Elyse works alongside homeowners in a participatory approach to their gardening for wildlife needs, infusing educational opportunities during the design, installation, and stewarding process. She invites homeowners to deeply engage with their land to maximize its potential in enhancing human well-being and supporting dwindling wildlife populations.About this ClassOpen for general admission, no prerequisite necessary for this class! Attendees ages 16 and over are invited but must be accompanied by an adult if younger than 18.Learn more about Habitat Advocate classes and certification .Refund/Cancellation PoliciesRefund Policy: If you are unable to attend this event after purchasing a ticket, refund requests must be made at least two weeks before the event.Cancellation Policy: This event will be held rain or shine, with cancellation for severe weather made at the time of the event. If the Conservancy reschedules the event, attendees will be emailed and tickets will be automatically moved to the new date. If the Conservancy cancels the event, attendees will be notified via email when possible and refunded.Photo Credit: Elyse Jurgen of Waxwing EcoWorks Co.Thank you to our host Tec Centro and partners and the ! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/f3723080-148c-11f1-a42f-6bbe36c86375-rimg-w592-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lancaster/habitat-advocate-native-garden-design-for-stormwater-management/100001983559368467 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 65.87, max: 65.87, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Lancaster - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: 102 Chester St - **lat**: 40.036241 - **long**: -76.2980046 - **full address**: 102 Chester St, 102 Chester Street, Lancaster, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/33829ce16e9df375fd472d6400f4a932032576b76bccb9dd5632f28ec42fe43e-rimg-w1200-h675-dc4c5d2d-gmir.jpg?v=1772273105 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management being held? - **A:** Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am at 102 Chester St, 102 Chester Street, Lancaster, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management? - **A:** Tickets for Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management are priced at USD 66 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 66 + USD 6 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management? - **A:** Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management is organized by Lancaster Conservancy. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Habitat Advocate: Native Garden Design for Stormwater Management is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lancaster, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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