2008 ELA 14th Annual Conference & Eco-Marketplace

Re-Visioning the Landscape: An Ecological Approach

March 6-8, 2008

MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA



The Ecological Landscaping Association (ELA) is proud to present three extraordinary keynote speakers:

*Charles C. Mann -- author of the bestselling book 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus,
*Dr. John Todd of Ocean Arks International-- co-founder of New Alchemy Institute, author, and named a “Hero for the Planet” by Time magazine,
*Tom Wessels – author, educator and founding director of the master’s degree program in Conservation Biology at Antioch University New England.

Pre-Conference March 6, 2008 Full Day Permaculture Intensive featuring Dave Jacke & Jono Neiger – Permaculture: Landscape Design for Ecological Cultures.

In addition to these outstanding presentations, passionate practitioners, talented writers, and prominent educators in the fields of landscaping, gardening, permaculture, eco-design solutions, and more will present over twenty seminars and workshops on all aspects of ecological and sustainable landscaping.”

Healthy soil, water and plants are paramount to our ability to live sustainably as individuals and within communities. ELA’s conference and Eco-Marketplace provides the information, products and services essential to supporting the decision to create healthier landscapes. Be sure to take time to explore the Eco-Marketplace. It features 50 exhibitors and some of the newest technology in the green world today.

To learn more about the conference program, exhibitors, the Ecological Landscaping Association and to download the Registration PDF form, please visit www.ecolandscaping.org or call ELA at 617-436-5838.

For Registration Information call Lana Reed at 508-877-7630 x3303.
For Exhibitor Information call M.L. Altobelli at 978-874-1373.