Classes & Events 2023

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Santa Margarita Water District is proud to present monthly virtual classes, quarterly hands-on workshops, and family-friendly events to connect customers with the latest topics in water efficiency. 

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Upcoming Event Details:


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Bring your shovel and your own container and SMWD will provide the FREE material.  

Many thanks to OC Waste and Recycling's  Capistrano Greenery for making this event possible!


Applying a minimum 2" thick layer of wood mulch to your soil will:

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  • Assist with Erosion ControlSingle-line-logo-with-OC-seal_300dpi_transparent_ALL BLACK Opens in new window
  • Suppress Weeds 
  • Retain Soil Moisture 
  • Cool and Feed the Roots Zone of Plants  

* Each household is limited to 1 CY  or 8 bags.  1 bag of material will cover 40 square feet @ 1" deep. 

* Loading of material is self service, unless assistance is needed.


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (Registration is required for this event)



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CELEBRATE NATIONAL ARBOR DAY WITH US!

Thursday, April 27 at 7 PM

This virtual workshop will cover:

  • The importance of trees in the landscape
  • How to prioritize trees on your property
  • How to plant and care for trees
  • 3-ways to adapt your irrigation system to keep trees watered 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


All attendees of this class will receive a voucher to pick-up a free Soil Moisture Probe or full color Landscape Maintenance Guide.

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  • Saturday, April 29, 2023

    8:30 am - 10:30 am  Garden Design Expo

    11:00 am - 1 pm Self-guided Driving Tour


  • Chat with plant experts and take home some sweet garden giveaways!


  1. Learn about sustainable landscape design   
  2. Tour the SMWD WaterWorks Garden styles: Mediterranean, Cal Native, Southwest, Meadow, and Home Orchard
  3. Celebrate National Arbor Day by attending a Tree Health workshop w/ a certified Arborist
  4. Get a map and head out on a self-guided home garden tour!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER and GET MORE EVENT DETAILS

FREE! VIRTUAL CLASSES OFFERED MONTHLY BY METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT 

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  1. IRRIGATION 
  2. LANDSCAPE  


Deciphering Your Irrigation Controller

Thursday, April 20 at 6 PM

In this workshop you will learn how to:

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1. Understanding irrigation's role in maintaining a soil moisture balance
2. Outline the purpose and potential of weather-based controller
3. Review basic terminology and programming principles
4. Identify special functions, i.e., cycle & soak and seasonal percentage changes

Reserve your spot today



Drip Irrigation Fundamentals

Thursday, April 13 at 6 PM

In this workshop you will learn how to:

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1. Understanding Soil Moisture Balance
2. Key components of a properly installed drip system
3. Typical problems with drip and how to avoid them
4. Developing a successful maintenance practice

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Irrigation & Water Use Efficiency

Wednesday, April 5 at 6 PM

In this workshop you will learn how to:

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1. Overview of an Irrigation System
2. Programming a Controller
3. Why Drip Over Spray
4. Easy Ways to Conserve Water

Reserve your spot today


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