NEW LOCATION! NEW DAY OF THE WEEK!
(Same great food!)
Natick Elks • 95 Speen Street • Natick, MA
Creating Landscapes that Thrive in a Changing Climate
The realities of climate change are reshaping how we design, build, and maintain landscapes. From rising temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns to increased pest pressures and extreme weather events, today’s professionals must adapt their practices to ensure resilient and sustainable landscapes. We will explore strategies for selecting climate-appropriate plants, improving soil health, and integrating water-wise design. You will learn practical approaches to enhance ecosystem services, reduce long-term maintenance challenges, and create landscapes that are not only beautiful but also built to endure and flourish in the face of environmental change.
Trevor Smith is Director of Design and Education for the ReEarth Studio at Social Impact Collective in Boston. An award-winning landscape designer, specializing in green infrastructure, native plant design, habitat creation, and implementation of ecological design principles. Mr. Smith holds several landscape certifications, including MCH, NOFA AOLCP, LEED GA, and IPCI, and he is also a past President of the Ecological Landscape Alliance and a current Trustee.
Approved for MCLP and MCA continuing education credit.
SCHEDULE
Doors open at 4:00 PM
Annual Meeting, Elections & Education at 5:00 PM
Dinner at 6:00 PM
Slate of Officers & Directors
The nominating committee has recommended the following members to lead MALP in 2026:
President
Miriam Hellweg, MCLP, MCA
A Blade of Grass
Vice PresidentAndy McDuff, MCLP
Landscape America
Secretary/Treasurer
Katie Merrifield, MCLP
Merrifield Garden & Design
Past President
Chris Connors, MCLP
Grove Street Services
Directors
Johnny Kwasek, MCLP
John Anthony’s Landscaping
Mike Landry, MCLP
Riverside Services
Matt McCoy, MCLP
Harrison McPhee
Calling all volunteers!
Looking to make a real impact in our industry? Volunteer to serve on an MALP committee, or the board of directors. You’ll help shape the direction, growth, and success of our association while building valuable leadership experience and connections. If you’re interested, please reach out any MALP board member, or your management team: Admin@mlp-mclp.org.
