PGMS Branches > Philadelphia Branch

Officially chartered as a Branch of PGMS in September of 1983, the Philadelphia branch can trace its "roots" back many decades as a branch of the National Gardeners Association. Many of the original chartering members are still active today.

We are proud of our region's long heritage of commitment to the advancement of understanding and appreciation of our environment. This age-old commitment can be seen throughout the many college campuses, hospitals, arboretums and parks across the Delaware Valley. With the renewed emphasis on "green building" and "eco-friendly" construction, we are seeing a return to responsible development and management, with an eye to the future. Many of our members have helped develop, promote and guide these important concepts, and are at the forefront of this resurgence.

We are fortunate to draw our membership from a broad range of public and private colleges and institutions, park systems and public utilities, as well as educators, researchers, private contractors and suppliers from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. These individuals make up the core of our branch, and together it is our goal to grow professionally, to educate one another, and to promote the Green Industry and environmental awareness to all.


Oct. 5, 2010-Jan. 13, 2011

Philadelphia Branch Professional Grounds Management School
Creamery, PA

Oct. 27-30, 2010

2010 School of Grounds Management & GIE+EXPO

Louisville, KY


Philadelphia Branch and Penn State Cooperative Extension present the Professional Grounds Management School

The Penn State Extension and the Philadelphia Branch of PGMS will team up to conduct "Grounds School," a 40 hour course of instruction for entry level grounds managers. Course subjects include soils and fertilizers, plant identification and use, turfgrass management, pest management and cultural practices. The course culminates in a winter seminar with fellow professionals. Click here for more details.

 

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The Sept/Oct Issue of The Forum is Here!
Get the latest industry news with the most recent issue of the PGMS Forum. This issue is chock full of the latest happenings in PGMS and the grounds industry including PGMS Branch Updates, a member profile and feature articles on four of the 2009 Green Star Award winners so read your copy now!

 
Philadelphia Branch Visits Morris Arboretum
Twenty-five members of the Philadelphia Branch of PGMS were treated to a behind the scenes look at Morris Arboretum this October. Click here for a recap and to view photos!
 

BRANCH OFFICERS

President
Glenn Ellis

Vice President
Leander R. Adams, Jr.

Treasurer
Steve Dutill

Secretary
Mark Fankhouser

Directors-at-large
Joseph Oziminski
Thomas Halligan
Barney Jones
Pete Williams

 

 

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