February Executive Committee Meeting

Monthly business meeting of the Chapter’s Executive Committee

2026 ASLA Conference on Landscape Architecture - Call for Presentations

The ASLA 2026 Conference on Landscape Architecture will take place in Los Angeles, September 16–18. The call for presentations is open from January 6 to February 17. For information about either Education Sessions or Field Sessions, click here Be part of the Action!—sub......More

The ASLA 2026 Conference on Landscape Architecture will take place in Los Angeles, September 16–18. The call for presentations is open from January 6 to February 17. For information about either Education Sessions or Field Sessions, click here Be part of the Action!—submit your session and shape ASLA 2026!  

A Night Out at Outdoor Living Concepts

AIA & ASLA PresentA Night Out at outdoor Living Concepts Live cooking demonstrations with food & refreshments and outdoor-living displays, featuring: Alfresco, Artisan Grills, Perlick Refrigeration, Blaze Grills and accessories REGISTER HERE  

Outdoor Living Concepts, 77-928 Palapas Road, Palm Desert, CA

Sourcing Sustainable and Ethical Materials - A Webinar

Jessie Buckmaster has over 15 years of experience in sustainable commercial construction and green building across California. She is a subject matter expert in evaluating healthy and low embodied carbon building materials. As Director of Sustainability for Hathaway Din......More

Jessie Buckmaster has over 15 years of experience in sustainable commercial construction and green building across California. She is a subject matter expert in evaluating healthy and low embodied carbon building materials. As Director of Sustainability for Hathaway Dinwiddie Construction she provides sustainability expertise and consultation for HDCCOo’s projects from preconstruction through certification. Jessie has completed dozens of sustainable projects including managing the Materials petal for the first Living Building in Southern California. Jessie was selected for BD+C Magazine’s 40 under 40 cohort in 2020. She has a Sustainable Building Materials certificate from ParssonsThe New School Healthy Materials Lab and holds credentials for LEED AP BD+C, LFA, and is Board Vice Chair for USGBC-CA. Zoom Meeting DetailsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free to ASLA Members$10 for Non Members Here    

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Career Pathways Spotlight: Melanie Buffa, ASLA

Melanie Buffa will share insights from her career journey and her role as President of the Southern California ASLA Chapter, reflecting on how leadership, service, and advocacy have shaped her path. In this Lunch & Learn, Melanie will talk about navigating career shifts......More

Melanie Buffa will share insights from her career journey and her role as President of the Southern California ASLA Chapter, reflecting on how leadership, service, and advocacy have shaped her path. In this Lunch & Learn, Melanie will talk about navigating career shifts, stepping into leadership before feeling “fully ready,” and how getting involved beyond your day-to-day role can open unexpected opportunities. Attendees will leave with practical perspective on building confidence, expanding influence, and finding alignment between values and professional impact. Register to Access Zoom Details

LARE 4: Grading, Drainage and Stormwater Management (Part 1)

Review and preparation course for the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE). LARE 4 – Grading, Drainage, and Stormwater Management. Note: This is a 2-day course Register Here   Passing the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE) is the final step to becomi......More

Review and preparation course for the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE). LARE 4 – Grading, Drainage, and Stormwater Management. Note: This is a 2-day course Register Here   Passing the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE) is the final step to becoming a licensed Landscape Architect. Studying for the LARE can be confusing and stressful, but UCLA Extension’s highly regarded program provides exceptional preparation for all areas of the exam. Each prep course is designed to focus specifically on the LARE exam you are planning to take. You can expect full-day classes filled with exam practice, tips for studying, study materials to practice on your own, and an opportunity to engage with the instructor and other students. Our workshops are intense, focused, and can help you meet your goal of licensure. Taught by nationally recognized LARE Prep instructor Angela Woodward, our convenient one- or two-day weekend workshops are available live online in Fall and Winter quarters.

UCLA Extension’s LARE Virtual Prep Courses

LARE 4: Grading, Drainage and Stormwater Management (Part 2)

Review and preparation course for the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE). LARE 4 – Grading, Drainage, and Stormwater Management. Note: Part 2 of a 2-day course Register Here   Passing the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE) is the final step to beco......More

Review and preparation course for the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE). LARE 4 – Grading, Drainage, and Stormwater Management. Note: Part 2 of a 2-day course Register Here   Passing the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE) is the final step to becoming a licensed Landscape Architect. Studying for the LARE can be confusing and stressful, but UCLA Extension’s highly regarded program provides exceptional preparation for all areas of the exam. Each prep course is designed to focus specifically on the LARE exam you are planning to take. You can expect full-day classes filled with exam practice, tips for studying, study materials to practice on your own, and an opportunity to engage with the instructor and other students. Our workshops are intense, focused, and can help you meet your goal of licensure. Taught by nationally recognized LARE Prep instructor Angela Woodward, our convenient one- or two-day weekend workshops are available live online in Fall and Winter quarters.

UCLA Extension’s LARE Virtual Prep Courses

LARE 3: Construction Documentation and Administration

This course helps students review and prepare for the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE). It covers LARE 3 – Construction Documentation and Administration. Register Here   Passing the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE) is the final step to becoming......More

This course helps students review and prepare for the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE). It covers LARE 3 – Construction Documentation and Administration. Register Here   Passing the Landscape Architects Registration Exam (LARE) is the final step to becoming a licensed Landscape Architect. Studying for the LARE can be confusing and stressful, but UCLA Extension’s highly regarded program provides exceptional preparation for all areas of the exam. Each prep course is designed to focus specifically on the LARE exam you are planning to take. You can expect full-day classes filled with exam practice, tips for studying, study materials to practice on your own, and an opportunity to engage with the instructor and other students. Our workshops are intense, focused, and can help you meet your goal of licensure. Taught by nationally recognized LARE Prep instructor Angela Woodward, our convenient one- or two-day weekend workshops are available live online in Fall and Winter quarters.  

UCLA Extension’s LARE Virtual Prep Courses

March Executive Committee Meeting

Monthly business meeting of the SoCal leadership