As I begin my term as the Florida Chapter President, I want to begin by thanking all of you for being members of our organization, and an additional thank you to those of you who have taken the additional step of being a part of our leadership in the Florida Chapter. As you are all aware, the way to make a difference is to be involved.

 

Hello Chapter members, my name is David Ferris and I am a recovering Chapter President. :) I am honored to continue my service in our wonderful organization and profession as your Trustee. I would like to thank Emily O'Mahoney and all of the Trustees who severed before me for their hard work and dedication that was made us a well respected Chapter within the Board of Trustees. I look forward to continuing the precedent they've set and presenting your concerns/thoughts to ASLA and the Board of Trustees. Feel free to reach out to me if there is anything you would like to discuss.

 

The time has come for the submission of course and tour curriculum for the 2017 Conference & Expo!! The Florida Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects will be meeting July 6-8th, 2017 at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, Florida. This beautiful and historic venue, originally designed by renowned architect, Addison Mizner, is located on along the Intracoastal Waterway, with the ocean front Boca Raton Beach Club also accessible to conference attendees via water or ground shuttle.

 

The annual L.A.R.E. Review Seminar is only a few months away, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, March 17 – 18, at Atkins in Orlando. If you are actively pursuing licensure, this seminar is a must! So, save the dates and keep your eyes and ears open for more info, coming soon!

 

Issue highlights include past and upcoming events, as well as spotlights of the student chapter's visit to the National Annual Conference & Expo in New Orleans, important chapter dates, and a new advocacy flyer.

 

Team up with Future Landscape Architects of America (FLAA) to find out! Check out the website and "Like" us on Facebook to learn more about this up-and-coming organization, founded by Florida Chapter’s very own Nicole Plunkett. FLAAmerica.org – Facebook.com/FLAAmerica

 

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The Florida Chapter was well-represented this year by general membership and Executive Committee (ExCom) members alike. Click below to view some high points from the conference.

 

Contact your local Section Chair to find out what's happening in your neck of the woods and how to get involved!