Jersey Guys

[DLAWNS]

Just figured I would see how many of us are on here. I've been starting to see a lot more of us. Lawnsite is a pretty cool concept in general, talking to lawn guys across the country and even the world, but I think it's even cooler talking to lcos that are only a few miles away and didn't even know it. Let's try to keep our own little sub-forum going that we we can always reach out to our local lco's.

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, your right. This is a great networking opportunity. Other networking opportunities,include, the many green industry associations and their trade shows representing the state, as well as education sessions offered by manufacturers, dealers and the short course program at Rutgers. It's amazing just how many green industry companies are in this state and how few know each other.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, your right. This is a great networking opportunity. Other networking opportunities,include, the many green industry associations and their trade shows representing the state, as well as education sessions offered by manufacturers, dealers and the short course program at Rutgers. It's amazing just how many green industry companies are in this state and how few know each other.

Kirk

Exactly, everyone try to get in on this. Maybe say which area of Jersey your from and mention some of the trade shows, associations and such that the state provides and that we can take advantage of. I'm in Manchester (Ocean County) and the only Jersey trade show that I know of is the Pants convention in Atlantic City, which I believe is more for landscaping than lawn maintenance.

[DLAWNS]

Nothin' guys?

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, PANTS will no longer be in Atlantic City, as they have moved it back to Valley Forge. MAHTS, the EP Henry paver show was also in Atlantic City, but has been cancelled due to trying a roving presentation, similar to the Techo-Bloc showcases.

MANTS, is held in Baltimore in January and is a worthwhile show for information about plants and supplies. Both of the major organizations representing landscapers in NJ do shows involving training and exhibit halls.

The NJLCA show will be February 25 at the Meadowlands Exhibition center in Secaucus and the NJNLA show will be January 14 & 15 at the garden State Exhibition Center in Somerset. Both have some classes and a large exhibition space with vendors including mower sales, equipment dealers, nurseries, hardscape manufacturers and suppliers as well as business services. Either or both shows are worth attending and the prices are usually quite reasonable.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, PANTS will no longer be in Atlantic City, as they have moved it back to Valley Forge. MAHTS, the EP Henry paver show was also in Atlantic City, but has been cancelled due to trying a roving presentation, similar to the Techo-Bloc showcases.

MANTS, is held in Baltimore in January and is a worthwhile show for information about plants and supplies. Both of the major organizations representing landscapers in NJ do shows involving training and exhibit halls.

The NJLCA show will be February 25 at the Meadowlands Exhibition center in Secaucus and the NJNLA show will be January 14 & 15 at the garden State Exhibition Center in Somerset. Both have some classes and a large exhibition space with vendors including mower sales, equipment dealers, nurseries, hardscape manufacturers and suppliers as well as business services. Either or both shows are worth attending and the prices are usually quite reasonable.

Kirk


Kirk-- Thanks for the info, man. I'll definitely have to check out at least one of those this winter if not both. I appreciate the heads up.

[AAXteriors]

Wow! I can't belive the MAHTS show is not going to be in the format it was last year. I wonder how they will do all the hands on workshops if they do them at all.

[Dreams To Designs]

From what I have been told, there won't be any type of workshops. They will be meet and greet seminars with information about the company, new products and colors and new programs as well as an overview of the existing products.

Looks like quality education and information will be harder to come by, but that's not EP Henry's responsibility. All the manufacturers of pavers and walls along with the ancillary manufacturers must see a need for more and better education in the hardscape field. Having a national show is great, but regional shows will bring in more attendees and introduce contractors to the products and services available in their own areas.

Kirk

[AAXteriors]

I guess we'll have to rely on the local suppliers to offer workshops and training. I mean I've been going to CCM for landscaping but there's not very much in the way of real hands on learning.

[Dreams To Designs]

CCM has some great programs and you should look into what is offered at Rutgers in the professional landscape programs. Unfortunately the Rutgers hardscape program is geared towards introduction rather than tips, techniques and trends.
http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/programs/landscape.html

There are consultants that come out to your job with you from start to finish, and be part of the design process. Many manufacturer reps can also be knowledgeable and helpful on projects.

Kirk

[AAXteriors]

CCM has some great programs and you should look into what is offered at Rutgers in the professional landscape programs. Unfortunately the Rutgers hardscape program is geared towards introduction rather than tips, techniques and trends.
http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/programs/landscape.html

There are consultants that come out to your job with you from start to finish, and be part of the design process. Many manufacturer reps can also be knowledgeable and helpful on projects.

Kirk

Great thanks. Yeah when I'm done at CCM I think I'm going to continue at Rutgers. Where do they offer their ag courses? I know they have a few campuses and the main one is about an hour and a half from me.

[Dreams To Designs]

The professional short course are at the New Brunswick campus, in what used to be called Cook College. It has some new name now, but same great location. The landscape architecture department is also located there. it's about an hour and half north for me as well, but the classes are definitely worthwhile.

Kirk

[AAXteriors]

Anybody got any snow yet? right now we have about .5in on the ground and its still snowing.

[sicnj]

Kirk,
Are you going to take any classes at Rutgers this Winter?

Matt

[Dreams To Designs]

Matt, I'll definitely be there for many classes. The water management and drainage class is this month on the 17th, and that is an essential program for anyone doing any type of landscaping or hardscaping. Drainage is such an important, overlooked aspect of landscapes, and it's a good money maker as well. Are you thinking of attending some of the short courses?

As long as the student numbers warrant it, I will be at the Basics of Plant Materials for Landscape use as well as Beds and Borders and I would certainly like to attend Principles and Practices of Landscape Design as well as a couple of the new design specific programs. Every program has real world instructors that are performing what they are teaching, for paying clients.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

We got about a half an inch here in Manchester. I need it to melt so that I can finish leaves ASAP.

[phasthound]

Next week is the Green Expo at Atlantic City
http://www.njturfgrass.org/GreenExpoBroch08.pdf

[DLAWNS]

Hey guys, does anyone know if it is too late to put in some violas or pansies? When I used to work at Brickman we put them in at the end of the year but I think I missed my window. Any help would be appreciated.

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, you can definitely put them in, but they likely won't look very good. The cold has been brutal along with the winds. If they are planted properly and mulched in, you should get a good show come spring.

If you are looking for some winter color for a good client, check out Hellebores. They are not at all cheap, but the show they put on in the winter is amazing. They are perennial and will continue to expand the clump year after year. They make an amazing winter ground cover. Depending on your climate, they may completely disappear in the heat of summer or just look very disheveled, but you can cut the evergreen foliage back.

Kirk

[Dreams To Designs]

Barry, is that a good show? I have never attended and I see it starts tomorrow. I'm always up for some additional education, and that is not too far from me.

Kirk

[phasthound]

Barry, is that a good show? I have never attended and I see it starts tomorrow. I'm always up for some additional education, and that is not too far from me.

Kirk

There will be some good presentations. I'll be there on Wed.

[DLAWNS]

This is what I was hoping for. Let's keep this thread going!

[DLAWNS]

Bill, you can definitely put them in, but they likely won't look very good. The cold has been brutal along with the winds. If they are planted properly and mulched in, you should get a good show come spring.

If you are looking for some winter color for a good client, check out Hellebores. They are not at all cheap, but the show they put on in the winter is amazing. They are perennial and will continue to expand the clump year after year. They make an amazing winter ground cover. Depending on your climate, they may completely disappear in the heat of summer or just look very disheveled, but you can cut the evergreen foliage back.

Kirk

That's cool. Thanks for the info. I really appreciate it!

[Dreams To Designs]

Anyone going to make the Water Management & Drainage class, next Wednesday at Rutgers? http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/courses/current/al0602ca.html

There's a;so the Basics of Turfgrass Management on Tuesday at Rutgers. I attended this class when it was taught by Barbara Bromley and it was excellent. By the end of the day, we had a much better understanding of grass and it's maintenance. The class is now taught by another Rutgers instructor, but I have not attended any of his programs. http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/courses/current/at0406ca.html

Kirk

[crizz22]

Speaking of education over the winter, I'm planning on doing some as well.

I have some questions if anyone has any info. to help

Classes I'm thinking of attending:
Atlantic city ICPI certified installer (by johndeer)
Rutgers SRW class
Rutgers Water feature class
Rutgers Intro to plant identification class (not the more expensive one)
Rutgers Pruning class
Rutgers Advanced Pruning class
Rutgers Principles of Landscape Design
Rutgers Landscape Lighting class

Anyone taken any of these classes before? Personal Suggestions? Anything a waste of time?

They offer a paver installation course as well

I have been in the industry for a few years, but like it seems others are doing, I just have free time and wan't to broaden my knowledge

[Dreams To Designs]

The ICPI class will definitely be a good investment. The information and standards they profess are a great guideline. If anyone other than those in the industry knew what the ICPI was the certification would be much more meaningful.

I have been involved with all of the Rutgers classes and know you will get some good information from all of them, depending on what your actual skill and knowledge level is and what you want to know. The courses they offer for the certificate for are as a group, are an excellent source of primary information and should be concentrated on before venturing into the more glorified programs. As an example, the knowledge about soils and drainage are a precursor for installing pavers, SRW's, landscaping, and turf or plant maintenance.

The Paver class is a very baisc program that maybe redundant to the more intense and certified ICPI program.

The SRW class will cover the basics of wall and step building.

The Water Feature class will enlighten you to sustainable pond building and pondless features.

Intro to Plant ID is a course anyone that fancies themselves as a landscaper should take and have a much better understanding of how and what grows around us. The instructor in that program is amazing, and you will be given a great deal of information and work in two days. If you can afford it, the Basics of Plants for Landscape use is an intense and mind expanding experience. In the new 5 day format, the information will come fast and vast, but if you are up for the challenge and you really want to understand what plant goes where and why, this is that next step.

The Pruning and Advanced Pruning classes will teach you the proper ways to prune what, when, how and why. They will teach you that gas powered shears or not the first pruning tool you should be reaching for and why, and when they are appropriate. You spend plenty of time outside practicing your new knowledge.

The Principles of Landscape Design is taught by two excellent, knowledgeable and practical instructors. And yes, they are artistic and talented as well. This course will give you the basic theory with flair and style.

The Landscape Lighting class is taught by the owner of Cast lighting and will give you the basics of installing lighting using a hub system and some basic design, marketing and selling information.

Kirk

[crizz22]

Kirk,
Thanks for the detailed information.

The main reason I will probably not take the Basics of plant for landscape use is because the first day overlaps with the last day of the ICPI course (the only one in NJ). I did not want to miss the first day of an expensive and fast pace class.

I think I will def. skip on the paver class at Rutgers. Like I said I have knowledge and have installed a handful of successful patios/walls, but just wanted to be more "educated."

I would like to possibly take the drainage class if they reschedule it for later. What is the name of the specific soil class you said would be a good precursor for me.. "soil and plant relationships?"

I'm looking forward to taking the Pland ID and pruning class. I know all the basic plants many central NJ landscapers use, but want to much more confident on estimates. Often times at my maintenance accounts, I am not sure when to trim some plants and it's embarassing.

Thank you.
Chris

[Chris1594]

I know there is definitely allot of us Jersey guys on here how is it going everyone?:laugh:

[Dreams To Designs]

Chris, these classes should give you that information. Yes, the soil and plant relationships course is a good one and the coordinating instructor in that program is entertaining, knowledgeable and passionate about his work & education. iF YOU WOULD LIKE ANYMORE DETAILED INFORMATION, email me via my website or when you reach the required posats, PM me.

Chris in Newton, it's kinda of slow around here right now, but it is a week before Christmas. I am headed out to interview a new potential client that has issue that can be worked on now, so things are looking up.

Kirk

[Chris1594]

Chris, these classes should give you that information. Yes, the soil and plant relationships course is a good one and the coordinating instructor in that program is entertaining, knowledgeable and passionate about his work & education. iF YOU WOULD LIKE ANYMORE DETAILED INFORMATION, email me via my website or when you reach the required posats, PM me.

Chris in Newton, it's kinda of slow around here right now, but it is a week before Christmas. I am headed out to interview a new potential client that has issue that can be worked on now, so things are looking up.

Kirk

Im glad things are looking up for you Kirk can't complain during the winter time that's for sure :drinkup:

[DLAWNS]

I hear it's supposed to rain (or maybe snow) the next few days. I;m so close to being finished. It's driving me crazy. But other than that..I just can't wait for the season to be over so I can rest up a bit and get ready for next season.

[Chris1594]

I hear it's supposed to rain (or maybe snow) the next few days. I;m so close to being finished. It's driving me crazy. But other than that..I just can't wait for the season to be over so I can rest up a bit and get ready for next season.

Yeah I already see on the weather website that it's going to be brutal

[AAXteriors]

Snow.... Bring it on :drinkup:

[DLAWNS]

Snow.... Bring it on :drinkup:

Please don't wish this yet. lol! I need approx. 4 more days and I'll be happy as hell. Then it can snow all it wants.

[Chris1594]

It's really snowing now lol I might have to go out soon with the snow blower and do the drive way

[DLAWNS]

Really? We've only had rain.

[Chris1594]

so far we have 3-4 inches

[DLAWNS]

I just noticed that we're talking in two different threads. The other one is the stolen stuff thread. OMG, Good luck and be careful.

[Chris1594]

lol that's what I noticed to

[shade tree landscaping]

just stumbled across this Jersey Guys thread....wanted to say hey and give it a free bump!

[Chris1594]

just stumbled across this Jersey Guys thread....wanted to say hey and give it a free bump!

Hey Shade Tree :waving:

[DLAWNS]

just stumbled across this Jersey Guys thread....wanted to say hey and give it a free bump!

What's up, man....haven't talked to ya in a while.

[Chris1594]

What's up, man....haven't talked to ya in a while.

and I haven't talked to you in awhile either.:laugh:

[shade tree landscaping]

Yes it has been a while Dlawns. I have been busy juggling leaf clean-ups and christmas installs, finally got a few days to breath.

Hope everyones holiday was good, and happy new year!

[Chris1594]

Yes it has been a while Dlawns. I have been busy juggling leaf clean-ups and christmas installs, finally got a few days to breath.

Hope everyones holiday was good, and happy new year!

Thanks you too :waving:

[phasthound]

I'd like to invite all Jersey Guys & Girls to stop by our booth at the NJNLA Trade Show January 14 - 15, 2009
Garden State Exhibition Center - Somerset, NJ
and learn about our Integrated Nutrient Management products and programs.

[DLAWNS]

Yes it has been a while Dlawns. I have been busy juggling leaf clean-ups and christmas installs, finally got a few days to breath.

Hope everyones holiday was good, and happy new year!

Happy New Year to you too.

[Chris1594]

I'd like to invite all Jersey Guys & Girls to stop by our booth at the NJNLA Trade Show January 14 - 15, 2009
Garden State Exhibition Center - Somerset, NJ
and learn about our Integrated Nutrient Management products and programs. huh? what goes on there?

[phasthound]

huh? what goes on there?

The New Jersey Nursery and Landscape Association Trade show has lots of venders and some speakers.
http://www.cfgrower.com/ME2/Audiences/dirmod.asp?sid=&nm=Features&type=Publishing&mod=Publications%3A%3AArticle&mid=8F3A7027421841978F18BE895F87F791&id=26337D04B9F74EA2A431BD110E344D26&tier=4
The event also includes Central NJ Turf & Ornamental Institute. Here is the flyer for classes.
http://co.monmouth.nj.us/documents/57/cjtoi%2009%20njnla.pdf

[Dreams To Designs]

The NJNLA show is always a good time. The speakers are commenting on timely subjects and the exhibitor count looks strong.

With PANTS moving back to Pennsylvania and EP Henry taking their paver show on the road, the NJNLA show will be the largest landscape related trade show in NJ, this year.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Any of the Jersey guys that are thinking about going, we should have a place that we can all meet and maybe grab lunch. Let's try to tell all the guys about it.

[Chris1594]

I want to guy but im not sure yet cuz im unemployed and everything I will have to talk 2 my mom im trying to think of were somerset county is

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, wherever, and whenever your buying, that's where we're meeting...

Depends on the weather on which day I attend, but will be cruising the trade show floor and finding out what is new and innovative for the upcoming season. Might drop in on a speaker or two, but it's close to a 2 hour drive each way.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, wherever, and whenever your buying, that's where we're meeting...

Depends on the weather on which day I attend, but will be cruising the trade show floor and finding out what is new and innovative for the upcoming season. Might drop in on a speaker or two, but it's close to a 2 hour drive each way.

Kirk

I'm kind of looking to go on Wednesday because my surgery is scheduled for Monday and my wife can drive me there. Pain killers and driving really don't mix. lol:nono:

[phasthound]

I want to guy but im not sure yet cuz im unemployed and everything I will have to talk 2 my mom im trying to think of were somerset county is

It's southeast of you, just like everything else in NJ is. :)
I used to live in Stillwater.

There are directions on one of the links I posted.

[Chris1594]

It's southeast of you, just like everything else in NJ is. :)
I used to live in Stillwater.

There are directions on one of the links I posted.
Stillwater is Defiantly a nice place

[phasthound]

Stillwater is Defiantly a nice place

Ahhh, ya shoulda seen it 35 years ago! :)

[Chris1594]

Ahhh, ya shoulda seen it 35 years ago! :)what was it like then lol?

[phasthound]

what was it like then lol?

Aside from the natural beauty of the area, it was quiet enough that we would complain about the noise of a car driving a couple of miles away.

[DLAWNS]

Bump to the top!!! What's been going on, boys?

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, still planning on Wednesday for the NJNLA show?

Hopefully heading to MANTS this Friday, but still not sure on which day to head to Somerset. The Rutgers professional short course are also getting ready to start for the 2009 season. Lot's of great information and opportunities to network there as well.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, still planning on Wednesday for the NJNLA show?

Hopefully heading to MANTS this Friday, but still not sure on which day to head to Somerset. The Rutgers professional short course are also getting ready to start for the 2009 season. Lot's of great information and opportunities to network there as well.

Kirk

Kirk,

I'm definitely going to try and make it. Like I said it is going to depend on how I am recovering, but chances are I'll be there. What's the MANTS one all about. I have to sign up for my Rutgers recert classes very soon. Either way, I'll try to message you a day or two before the NJNLA show.

[Dreams To Designs]

Mants is the MidAtlantic Nursery Trade Show. It's in Baltimore at the Inner Harbor from today, until this Friday. Many of the retail garden centers will make their spring buys from vendors that attend. There are usually, nurseries, local, regional and nationwide, paver manufacturers, equipment dealers, container manufacturers and importers along with garden art, seed suppliers and almost anyone else in the green industry.

Friday is a short day, it closes at 2pm, but we never make it back inside after a late lunch, anyway.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Mants is the MidAtlantic Nursery Trade Show. It's in Baltimore at the Inner Harbor from today, until this Friday. Many of the retail garden centers will make their spring buys from vendors that attend. There are usually, nurseries, local, regional and nationwide, paver manufacturers, equipment dealers, container manufacturers and importers along with garden art, seed suppliers and almost anyone else in the green industry.

Friday is a short day, it closes at 2pm, but we never make it back inside after a late lunch, anyway.

Kirk

I'll probably just head to the NJNLA show next week. Keep me posted about when you'll be there.

If anyone else is going let us know.

[jk landscape]

Im def. going, not sure which day yet.

[phasthound]

You guys better stop by our booth at NJNLA or I'll be :realmad: :)

[DLAWNS]

You guys better stop by our booth at NJNLA or I'll be :realmad: :)

I'll make sure I stop by.

[DLAWNS]

You guys better stop by our booth at NJNLA or I'll be :realmad: :)

Barry---What are the times and fees? I went on the NJNLA site and didn't see much info. I might have missed it, but I just figured I'd ask. My friend Lou (loupiscopolandscaping on Lawnsite) is also interested in going.

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, try this site.

http://www.njnla.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=52&Itemid=74

I believe it's $20 at the door for the trade show. Educational classes and the trade show for 2 days is $60, unless you are an NJNLA member, than it's $45.

I don't see the times listed, but they usually start around 8am with classes and the trade show at 9am. I was also unable to view the education schedule online.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, try this site.

http://www.njnla.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=52&Itemid=74

I believe it's $20 at the door for the trade show. Educational classes and the trade show for 2 days is $60, unless you are an NJNLA member, than it's $45.

I don't see the times listed, but they usually start around 8am with classes and the trade show at 9am. I was also unable to view the education schedule online.

Kirk

Man, you're just full of info. Thanks, I really appreciate it.

[phasthound]

And at the same date & location:

http://co.monmouth.nj.us/documents/57/cjtoi%2009%20njnla.pdf

[DLAWNS]

Anyone know when they are going yet? I think I'm gonna go on Thursday. We should all try to meet up if enough of us are going.

[Surf'n'Turf]

Anyone know when they are going yet? I think I'm gonna go on Thursday. We should all try to meet up if enough of us are going.

might make it up there on thurs.....depends on the weather.

[Surf'n'Turf]

And at the same date & location:

http://co.monmouth.nj.us/documents/57/cjtoi%2009%20njnla.pdf

that one is brutal. they used to have it in freehold gardens....8 hours sitting in a steel chair. towards the end of the day, unless the instructor is dynamic, the lectures begin to sound like the teacher from charlie brown

[Surf'n'Turf]

Matt, I'll definitely be there for many classes. The water management and drainage class is this month on the 17th, and that is an essential program for anyone doing any type of landscaping or hardscaping. Drainage is such an important, overlooked aspect of landscapes, and it's a good money maker as well. Are you thinking of attending some of the short courses?

As long as the student numbers warrant it, I will be at the Basics of Plant Materials for Landscape use as well as Beds and Borders and I would certainly like to attend Principles and Practices of Landscape Design as well as a couple of the new design specific programs. Every program has real world instructors that are performing what they are teaching, for paying clients.

Kirk

i took all those courses and many more years ago....good stuff! who's still teaching up there, any idea? i had bruce (doc) hamilton, pete mahoney, steve kristoff and larry benz...all good guys. i still run into steve every now and then, hes got a specialty nursery out in millstone. i'd like to see them put together a course on green roofs....i think it's gonna be a really good niche for guys that get into it sooner rather than later.

[Dreams To Designs]

Doc, retired last year, but may make an appearance in the Basics of Landscape Plants. Steve is now the leader of Basics of Landscape plants along with Derron Dover and a couple of really great filed and classroom staff. Larry left the programs two years ago and the Basics of Design class has not been held since. Pete is still teaching in the Home Gardener's School, both spring & fall. Steve is very active in teaching during the short turf program and the two year program. Bruce Crawford is now the director of the Rutgers Garden and teaches the Principles of Landscape Design course with Dominic Mondi and Bruce Neary is the course coordinator in quite a few programs.

The green roof idea is a good suggestion, but in keeping with the Rutgers tradition, we would need an instructor that has extensive experience in that subject, and there are not a lot of those folks out there yet. Lot's of folks with ideas and suggestions, but not a great deal of research or track record.

Kirk

[Surf'n'Turf]

Doc, retired last year, but may make an appearance in the Basics of Landscape Plants. Steve is now the leader of Basics of Landscape plants along with Derron Dover and a couple of really great filed and classroom staff. Larry left the programs two years ago and the Basics of Design class has not been held since. Pete is still teaching in the Home Gardener's School, both spring & fall. Steve is very active in teaching during the short turf program and the two year program. Bruce Crawford is now the director of the Rutgers Garden and teaches the Principles of Landscape Design course with Dominic Mondi and Bruce Neary is the course coordinator in quite a few programs.

The green roof idea is a good suggestion, but in keeping with the Rutgers tradition, we would need an instructor that has extensive experience in that subject, and there are not a lot of those folks out there yet. Lot's of folks with ideas and suggestions, but not a great deal of research or track record.

Kirk

glad to hear all those guys are still around and teaching. doc is legend for sure (your idea is not valid, lol!) and derron was just starting as an intern back when i was there.....really nice guy as i recall. i learned a lot from all those guys.

i hear you on the green roofs...i do think its gonna be a big thing in the next 5-10 years...that in conjnction with water conservation.

[shade tree landscaping]

anyone else love the big snow storm we got this weekend! If we got a whole inch in Freehold we were lucky!

[DLAWNS]

anyone else love the big snow storm we got this weekend! If we got a whole inch in Freehold we were lucky!

We got nothing!!! :angry: But I never get any snow.

[Dreams To Designs]

Welcome to NJ, if you don't like the weather, wait until tomorrow, it might not be better, but it will be different!

We had rain, a few times with some snowflakes mixed in, but little else.

Shade tree, what year did you attend the basics of landscape plants? Mid 90's maybe? They are a great bunch of guys and proud to be able to call them friends. There are some new and interesting classes you may want to check out. The program is really evolving and there has been an influx of new blood and ideas. Unfortunately, the economic situation postponed some new ideas for a future date, these classes will keep getting better and a few may even come to a location near you and everyone else.

Kirk

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, hope all went well with your procedure today, Monday. looks like Thursday maybe the best day for me as well. What is your plan of attack, and how mobile will you be? It will be the last day of the show, and depending on turnout, some vendors may try to get out early. Depending on what interests you, you could take an hour or the day to stroll the trade show floor. usually takes me a day, and I may visit a class if close, but just going for the vendors and contacts.

Kirk

[Surf'n'Turf]

yes, i took courses early/ mid 90's. here are a few i remember

basics of plant material
basic and advanced landscape design
irrigation with john warga
pond building
perennials short series
landscape estimating
lighting with jan moyer
turf insect and weed id

[Surf'n'Turf]

but just going for the vendors and contacts.

Kirk

gotta get there early before all the good swag is gone ie; pens, hats, mugs, calenders etc.

[Dreams To Designs]

I did not know that Janet Moyer taught the lighting class at one time. Now there's a class that had to be a lot of fun.

I didn't discover the classes till 2001, and I have stayed on to help out a bit. You would likely enjoy the Principles of Landscape Design class with Crawford and Mondi. I plan on attending that, if time allows. There is now a group of classes that make up a Landscape Management Certificate program.

Kirk

[Surf'n'Turf]

I did not know that Janet Moyer taught the lighting class at one time. Now there's a class that had to be a lot of fun.

I didn't discover the classes till 2001, and I have stayed on to help out a bit. You would likely enjoy the Principles of Landscape Design class with Crawford and Mondi. I plan on attending that, if time allows. There is now a group of classes that make up a Landscape Management Certificate program.

Kirk

if i remember right, it was a spur of the moment type situation where she happened to be available at said date and they made a one day class out of it. it was right around the time she had a book published, as i bought a signed copy that day.

i kinda want to to go back and take the clt exam, but a part of me says i already took the classes back then and know the material and have been in the trade for close to 20 years....what can it really do for me?

[Dreams To Designs]

A lot has changed in 20 years and so has the information and format. You would be surprised at the cross section of students, from 18 year old lawn entrepreneurs to 70+ year old estate gardeners and everyone in between including municipal workers and landscape architects.

The amount of information and delivery method have also been updated. You are a former student, you you are entitled to a discount on any class that you have taken in the past, plus give the office a call and speak with Karen Tizzano and see what she maybe able to do for you.

There is also the participation and networking opportunities which seem to benefit quite a few.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, hope all went well with your procedure today, Monday. looks like Thursday maybe the best day for me as well. What is your plan of attack, and how mobile will you be? It will be the last day of the show, and depending on turnout, some vendors may try to get out early. Depending on what interests you, you could take an hour or the day to stroll the trade show floor. usually takes me a day, and I may visit a class if close, but just going for the vendors and contacts.

Kirk

Kirk--

Hey man, I just got home a bit ago. I think that they had to do a bit more than expected and I'm pretty sore, but I should be good to go for Thursday. I'll let you know. I appreciate you remembering, man.

[Prolawnservice]

I'd like to invite all Jersey Guys & Girls to stop by our booth at the NJNLA Trade Show January 14 - 15, 2009
Garden State Exhibition Center - Somerset, NJ
and learn about our Integrated Nutrient Management products and programs.

Barry is this show for members only? Tha GSEC website says its a privite show, I was thinking of stopping by. :)

[Dreams To Designs]

It is on open show for the trade, not just NJNLA members. There were discounts for members, but anyone in the trade is welcome to attend.

http://njnla.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=52&Itemid=74

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Kirk,
I don't think I'm making it tomorrow...I'm pretty f'd up. My shoulder still hurts a lot. Just today I started eating food without feeling sick. I was so excited about going, but it's just way to early. Let me know how the show is!

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, that is sad news. Didn't they give you any good stuff?

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Yeah, man, I got oxycodones, but I'm just a lot more messed up than I thought that I'd be. It sucks too, because I was looking forward to going and I'm close, just not good enough for that long of a drive.

[robtown]

Your not really missing anything at that show. I went Yesterday and it seemed really small.It was good seeing Barry and a few of the other vendors i deal with but other than that it was bad.
They couldnt fill the Rittacco center.

[DLAWNS]

Your not really missing anything at that show. I went Yesterday and it seemed really small.It was good seeing Barry and a few of the other vendors i deal with but other than that it was bad.
They couldnt fill the Rittacco center.

Cool, thanks for the update. Are you located in Toms River? You blew my mind when you said Ritacco Center. lol

[robtown]

yes
I am in Toms River

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, definitely missed you. Caught up with some old friends and made some new ones. The vendors that were there were helpful and appreciative. Lot's of discussion about the landscaper license bill, with some new and encouraging information.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Bill, definitely missed you. Caught up with some old friends and made some new ones. The vendors that were there were helpful and appreciative. Lot's of discussion about the landscaper license bill, with some new and encouraging information.

Kirk

Thanks man. Yeah it sucked but I just wasn't nearly up to it yet. Just now, I'm starting to feel a bit better. I'll tell you what, though...my shoulder must have been pretty f'd up because the procedure was supposed to be arthroscopic, but they found other problems in their that they couldn't see in the MRI's and there was nothing arthroscopic about it. I'm going to have a huge scar after it all heals up. The staples should come out next week.

Let me know if there are any other shows coming up in Jersey in the next few months and I'll be game for any of them. Again, thanks for the well wishes. I appreciate it.

[phasthound]

Rob,
Thanks for stopping by. Always good to talk with you. When you wife starts her new job and commute, treat her like a queen. :)

Kirk,
Thanks for saying hi :waving:. Wish we had time to talk.

Bill,
Sorry to hear they had to use the chain saw rather than the scalpel on you. Glad to hear you are feeling a bit better.

There were more people at the show than in the past couple of years. I met a lot of new people & saw some old friends. From what I understand their were some good speakers & some interesting topics.

Let me know what would make the event better for you & I will pass it on to the organizers. I've already spoken to them about better presence on the Internet.

I hope to meet more of you at the NJ Landscape Association's trade show Feb. 25 http://www.njlca.org/pages/NJL2009Brochure.pdf

This is a good one, with lots of man toys to look at. :laugh:

[DLAWNS]

Rob,
Thanks for stopping by. Always good to talk with you. When you wife starts her new job and commute, treat her like a queen. :)

Kirk,
Thanks for saying hi :waving:. Wish we had time to talk.

Bill,
Sorry to hear they had to use the chain saw rather than the scalpel on you. Glad to hear you are feeling a bit better.

There were more people at the show than in the past couple of years. I met a lot of new people & saw some old friends. From what I understand their were some good speakers & some interesting topics.

Let me know what would make the event better for you & I will pass it on to the organizers. I've already spoken to them about better presence on the Internet.

I hope to meet more of you at the NJ Landscape Association's trade show Feb. 25 http://www.njlca.org/pages/NJL2009Brochure.pdf

This is a good one, with lots of man toys to look at. :laugh:

Barry, thanks for the tip and barring any outstanding circumstances, I will definitely be going to that one. Are you a vendor at this one, also.

[phasthound]

Barry, thanks for the tip and barring any outstanding circumstances, I will definitely be going to that one. Are you a vendor at this one, also.

Yep. We'll be there.

[DLAWNS]

Yep. We'll be there.

Cool, I'll be calling you in the next few days to set up a meeting.

[shade tree landscaping]

anyone know of any compaines going out of business in Monmouth / Middlesex counties? Looking to buy out someone, get accounts, equipment, whole 9 yards. If anyone hears or knows of anyone let me know.

[DLAWNS]

anyone know of any compaines going out of business in Monmouth / Middlesex counties? Looking to buy out someone, get accounts, equipment, whole 9 yards. If anyone hears or knows of anyone let me know.

I'll keep my eyes peeled and my ears open. Did you check craigslist or your local papers? There's almost gotta be something in there. Also, your local mower shops might have info on anyone selling out. Hope this helps a little bit.

[shade tree landscaping]

yeh I have been looking on craigslist, found one but the guy wants way way way to much for what hes offering. Never thought about the mower shop though, gotta stop in there next week anywayso I'm gonna see if they have heard of anyone. Thanks for the tip DLAWNS

[robtown]

I have to miss that show...I will be stuck in R.I.

[DLAWNS]

I have to miss that show...I will be stuck in R.I.

That's beat...What's in Rhode Island?

[phasthound]

That's beat...What's in Rhode Island?

5 day NOFA Organic Land Care classes.
http://www.organiclandcare.net/files/LetsTalkTurfRegForm.pdf

[DLAWNS]

So who is going to this show that Barry had mentioned to us? I'm definitely going to this one. I might try to bring a couple of my buddies, too.


Wednesday, February 25, 2009
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Meadowlands Exposition Center - Secaucus, NJ
http://www.njlca.org/pages/NJL2009Brochure.pdf

[jk landscape]

Ill be there, Im def taking the dep credits towards my pest license in the monign halh of the show

[shade tree landscaping]

to early to tell now with it being over a month out....but will def try to make it up there. Someone should set up a lawnsite meetNgreet up there. Tons of resturants in the same complex as the expo center

[DLAWNS]

to early to tell now with it being over a month out....but will def try to make it up there. Someone should set up a lawnsite meetNgreet up there. Tons of resturants in the same complex as the expo center

Definitely, I was just going to post that. I'll keep bumping this to the top to see who is all going to go. Does anyone know any place we could meet for lunch or something? If not we could ask Barry if we could all meet at his booth.

[shade tree landscaping]

DLAWNS...there are literlly at least 10 to 15 resturants in the complex, some walking distance. Everything from fast food to sit down and everything in between, outback, chipolte, cheese burger in paridise ect. Its in a complex called Harmoon Medows I belive, don't hold me to that, but nevertheless there are plenty of places rite there. keep me posted though, b/c if I do make it up there would def like to meet the NJ guys on here and put a face to the name.

[DLAWNS]

DLAWNS...there are literlly at least 10 to 15 resturants in the complex, some walking distance. Everything from fast food to sit down and everything in between, outback, chipolte, cheese burger in paridise ect. Its in a complex called Harmoon Medows I belive, don't hold me to that, but nevertheless there are plenty of places rite there. keep me posted though, b/c if I do make it up there would def like to meet the NJ guys on here and put a face to the name.

Cool, I definitely want to meet everyone, too. I'm thinking outback...but I think I'm just hungry.:) As it gets closer, we could make it more concrete. Who else is thinking of going?

[Dreams To Designs]

It's only one day this year and it's usually packed with vendors and information. A two hour lunch at Outback might take away some valuable floor time. We could always grab some lunch at one of the quick food places and meet for drinks or dinner after the show.

Shade tree, I see a seminar involving green roofs and also a discussion about the proposed landscape bill. Could be a full and fruitful day.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

It's only one day this year and it's usually packed with vendors and information. A two hour lunch at Outback might take away some valuable floor time. We could always grab some lunch at one of the quick food places and meet for drinks or dinner after the show.

Shade tree, I see a seminar involving green roofs and also a discussion about the proposed landscape bill. Could be a full and fruitful day.

Kirk

You would know better than me...I've never been to one of these things, but I'm stoked. Let me know what you guys think.

[Surf'n'Turf]

outback has got those 25 oz beers!

it's not a huge show....we walked the show prolly three times last year while waiting for someone to finish up with classes. guess if you've never been to one, you could spend a lot of time talking with vendors. bummer...no bikini girls last year, though the girl from maaco with the tight sweater caught our attention for a few minutes.

[DLAWNS]

outback has got those 25 oz beers!

it's not a huge show....we walked the show prolly three times last year while waiting for someone to finish up with classes. guess if you've never been to one, you could spend a lot of time talking with vendors. bummer...no bikini girls last year, though the girl from maaco with the tight sweater caught our attention for a few minutes.

Are you going this year?

[Surf'n'Turf]

Are you going this year?

yes, more than likely, as long as it isn't snowing.

[DLAWNS]

yes, more than likely, as long as it isn't snowing.

Cool, sounds like we should have a good Lawnsite turnout.

[AintNoFun]

no bikini girls last year, though the girl from maaco with the tight sweater caught our attention for a few minutes.

thats what you call a milf!

[Surf'n'Turf]

thats what you call a milf!

haha, looked like two bowling balls inside of there! you going again this year? can either meet you or drive up together if ya want....

[nnj18]

I'll be there....

[DLAWNS]

Bump..Bump

[AintNoFun]

haha, looked like two bowling balls inside of there! you going again this year? can either meet you or drive up together if ya want....

idk my feelings are hurt after ya peaced me out at mants, lol.. yea i dont see why not lets set it up.... i need a truck and trailer painted maybe maaco will be there again!!! lol

[Surf'n'Turf]

idk my feelings are hurt after ya peaced me out at mants, lol.. yea i dont see why not lets set it up.... i need a truck and trailer painted maybe maaco will be there again!!! lol

sorry bout that, homie...gonna get there one of these years! i couldnt get away for more than one day....didnt want to drive there, go to show, and drive home late that night. get a wife that works full time and a kid with another on the way....you'll see things my way, lol. i'll give you a holler shortly.

[TJLANDS]

I will probably be there, usually a good show.

[DLAWNS]

I just signed up for the show today...don't forget to register. http://www.njlca.org/pages/NJL2009Brochure.pdf

[jk landscape]

which set courses did u sign up for?

[DLAWNS]

which set courses did u sign up for?

I didn't sign up for the classes, I just registered for the show. I already am signed up for two recert classes this winter. That would just be way too much learning in one winter..lol:laugh:

[jk landscape]

yeah my time is running out for my points so im stacking up this winter to get it over withh before the season starts.

[DLAWNS]

yeah my time is running out for my points so im stacking up this winter to get it over withh before the season starts.

I still got some time, but I want to knock most of them out this winter so I'm on track. Good luck with your classes this winter.

[mruiz]

Jersey Guys! How did I miss this thread?

Bill, thanks for the heads up on it.

Hey, NNj18 Jared, and MapleShade long time no chat...:waving:

Im def up to the show in the meadowlands.

(Remember when you were alittle kid and you walked into a Toy store, I get the same feeling at these landscaping expo..... I WANT IT ALL !!!

Mike

[DLAWNS]

Cool man, as it gets closer we're going to try and set up some sort of meet and greet.

[shade tree landscaping]

someone mentioned classes @ the medowlands show, what kind of class arethey having there?

[DLAWNS]

someone mentioned classes @ the medowlands show, what kind of class arethey having there?

http://www.njlca.org/pages/NJL2009Brochure.pdf Click the link and I think it's page 3 or 4. There are some recert classes for pesticide credits and some other random classes.

[DLAWNS]

Guys--

Today I spoke with Joy from Project Evergreen (Green care for troops). There is a need for some work for some military families in New Jersey. I am volunteering to help out a couple families in my area and I'm trying to help Joy find some help for families in Jersey. I have two friends that risk it all to fight for our country. (two friends in Iraq and my friend/worker is possibly going to Iraq in June) I figure I can help families of military with my time. Lets step up boys!!! If anyone is interested pleas PM me and I'll get you in touch with her.

[Henry]

I just skimmed through this thread and noticed that no one mentioned the landscape licensing bill. Do you guys know about it? If not then go to NJLCA (http://www.njlca.org) and look for the link to some info on it. There must be thousands of landscape/maintenance contractors in the sate but few seem to know about or understand what's going on. We are trying to stop the bill from passing in it's current form by writing to our senators, petitions etc. There are now 6 regional chapters of the NJLCA around the state. If you're not a member yet you should look into it but you don't have to be a member to help.

[DLAWNS]

I just skimmed through this thread and noticed that no one mentioned the landscape licensing bill. Do you guys know about it? If not then go to NJLCA (http://www.njlca.org) and look for the link to some info on it. There must be thousands of landscape/maintenance contractors in the sate but few seem to know about or understand what's going on. We are trying to stop the bill from passing in it's current form by writing to our senators, petitions etc. There are now 6 regional chapters of the NJLCA around the state. If you're not a member yet you should look into it but you don't have to be a member to help.

Yeah, we've been discussing it in the Commercial and residential forum. I'll bump it to the top for you.

[shade tree landscaping]

PM me some more info on helping out the military families DLAWNS. If nothing over the top, and in my area I will more than happy to help out the men and women who are fighting to keep us safe, and preserve our lifestyle!

[mruiz]

Info on Project Evergreen
http://www.merchantcircle.com/blogs/Ruiz.Lawn.And.Landscape.732-904-5000
or you can go to
http://www.ruizlawn.com/links.html There's three links explaining it.

[DLAWNS]

Guys--

Today I spoke with Joy from Project Evergreen (Green care for troops). There is a need for some work for some military families in New Jersey. I am volunteering to help out a couple families in my area and I'm trying to help Joy find some help for families in Jersey. I have two friends that risk it all to fight for our country. (two friends in Iraq and my friend/worker is possibly going to Iraq in June) I figure I can help families of military with my time. Lets step up boys!!! If anyone is interested pleas PM me and I'll get you in touch with her.

Just wanted to repost this on a new page.

[DLAWNS]

I was wondering if anyone is taking any pesticide recert classes this winter.....I'm signed up for Managing Turfgrass Insects on Monday Feb. 9th and Turf Disease Management on March 12th. Anyone else?

[DLAWNS]

Bump...Bump...

[nnj18]

hey man pm me....

[DLAWNS]

hey man pm me....

PM sent!! :usflag::usflag:

[mruiz]

Hey guys, Is there any other shows besides Meadowland Expo coming up?

[nnj18]

Hey guys, Is there any other shows besides Meadowland Expo coming up?

bro you should head up!

[mruiz]

Im def going to this, just wondering if there's any other in the area.

[Dreams To Designs]

You have Techo-Bloc Showcases in North Jersey, Thursday & Friday. NJNLA show took place last month. EP Henry traveling sales seminar is in Atlantic City, but it is no longer the trade show MAHTS was in the past.

Now it's time for flower show season. NJ show is in about a week and Philadelphia is the first week of March.

Kirk

[mruiz]

Yea, I kinda miss that one, usually find out about the shows the day after.
Thanks Kirk, I just pulled up the website:

www.theflowershow.com
The 2009 Philadelphia Flower Show
“Bella Italia”

Dates: Sunday, March 1 through Sunday, March 8
Place: Pennsylvania Convention Center
12th & Arch Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19107-2299
Hours: Sundays, March 1 and March 8:
8 am to 6 pm

Monday through Friday, March 2 to March 6:
10 am to 9:30 pm

Saturday, March 7:
8 am to 9:30 pm

(Best viewing hours are after 4 pm)

[nnj18]

call me when you head up so we can meet up....

[DLAWNS]

You have Techo-Bloc Showcases in North Jersey, Thursday & Friday. NJNLA show took place last month. EP Henry traveling sales seminar is in Atlantic City, but it is no longer the trade show MAHTS was in the past.

Now it's time for flower show season. NJ show is in about a week and Philadelphia is the first week of March.

Kirk

I'm going top that one on Friday. I don't even do paver work, but my friend Lou (loupiscopolandscaping) does and he asked me to check it out with him. Then I can't wait for the Meadowlands expo on the 25th.

[mruiz]

I will try to head up to the Edison Show.

[DLAWNS]

We all need a secret handshake so we know who we all are at these trade shows. Just kidding lol:laugh:Thumbs Up

[nnj18]

We all need a secret handshake so we know who we all are at these trade shows. Just kidding lol:laugh:Thumbs Up

haha, how about a big sign that says lawnsite member and your username hahahahaha

[mruiz]

I'm not shaking anyone hand after reading the thread "little boys room" :nono:

[DLAWNS]

haha, how about a big sign that says lawnsite member and your username hahahahaha

I'll be wearing a Depierro Lawns shirt, but I'll hold up a sign....lol

I'm not shaking anyone hand after reading the thread "little boys room" :nono:

Right? That's funny as hell!:laugh:

[Dreams To Designs]

Bill, if we all wear our company colors, we should be easy to recognize. Enjoy the Techo show, it's a thought provoking event and you should get some good food as well. Take the opportunity to network if you can. Your rep is Jason Guidry and he will be there. Introduce yourself and ask him about contractors in your area to work with. You should be able to make a few connections.

The NJLCA show should definitely prove to be interesting. I hope to be there and will be wearing Rutgers crimson attire. I get to go incognito.

Kirk

[mruiz]

Bill and Kirk, What time are you guys do you guy plan on being there?

Bill check your PM

[phasthound]

Don't forget to stop by our booth. :waving:

[DLAWNS]

Bill, if we all wear our company colors, we should be easy to recognize. Enjoy the Techo show, it's a thought provoking event and you should get some good food as well. Take the opportunity to network if you can. Your rep is Jason Guidry and he will be there. Introduce yourself and ask him about contractors in your area to work with. You should be able to make a few connections.

The NJLCA show should definitely prove to be interesting. I hope to be there and will be wearing Rutgers crimson attire. I get to go incognito.

Kirk

Yeah, I'm pretty interested in checking out the paver show and also can't wait to go to the NJLCA show. I'll look out for ya with your crimson red clothes. I'll be wearing either a tan, green, or black shirt with my logo on it.

Bill and Kirk, What time are you guys do you guy plan on being there?

Bill check your PM

Which one are ya talking about? The paver one or the NJLCA show. I should be at the paver one at 8. The NJLCA show starts at 8:30 and I'll probably show up right around that...maybe a few minutes later.

[DLAWNS]

Don't forget to stop by our booth. :waving:

I'll be sure to check it out. We'll see ya there Barry. I'm looking forward to talking with you about your products.

[bobcatnj]

anyone doing any icpi classes that are coming up

[DLAWNS]

Anyone else going to the Techo bloc show tomorrow. I'll be there bright and early at 8AM.

[mruiz]

Ill be there alittle late prob after 10 or so. Have to drop the 75 pound pup at the vet to get his thingy cut :cry:

[DLAWNS]

Ill be there alittle late prob after 10 or so. Have to drop the 75 pound pup at the vet to get his thingy cut :cry:

Got it! Either way I'll be wearin' a company shirt so we'll try to catch up, man.

[DLAWNS]

I was at the Techo block show today in Edison and it was a good time. I will be posting pics in the pictures forum probably tomorrow when I figure out how to get them off of my blackberry.:hammerhead:

MRuiz--I got your card on my truck. It blew my mind, when I saw it on my window...I was like: Why would a lawn guy put a card on my truck and than I saw the name. Where were you at? I saw your name tag on the front desk, but I didn't see any shirts that could be from your company.

[mruiz]

Yea Bill, I was toward the back left side of the room had my 8yrs old son with me. Day off school "teacher conference" (I remember those days like it was yesterday :laugh: ). I'm not to sure why he was mad at me, I told we were going to LEGO Block Show :hammerhead:.

[DLAWNS]

Yea Bill, I was toward the back left side of the room had my 8yrs old son with me. Day off school "teacher conference" (I remember those days like it was yesterday :laugh: ). I'm not to sure why he was mad at me, I told we were going to LEGO Block Show :hammerhead:.

That's funny. I was to the left side also, kinda in the middle. That's funny...a LEGO Block show. Did ya get all the freebies at the end? If you didn't I have 40 catalogs that I don't need and a shirt, hat, etc. They gave me tons of free crap. If you missed the free stuff let me know. I'll hook ya up.

[mruiz]

I didnt stay to the end. So no freebie. BTW what did they raffle off?

[nnj18]

Got it! Either way I'll be wearin' a company shirt so we'll try to catch up, man.

same here (green, either hoody or t-shirt)...lawnsite should have a like a little hangout area haha

[DLAWNS]

I didnt stay to the end. So no freebie. BTW what did they raffle off?

They raffled off some of their block handler things a few other small things....I got a hat for ya...they gave me like 3.

[DLAWNS]

same here (green, either hoody or t-shirt)...lawnsite should have a like a little hangout area haha

Mine will be a green or black sweatshirt with my logo on it. Or a black or tan t-shirt with my logo. Whatever's clean. lol We should have our own hangout area. It'll be where all the cool guys hang out....:laugh:

[mruiz]

Mine will be a green or black sweatshirt with my logo on it. Or a black or tan t-shirt with my logo. Whatever's clean. lol We should have our own hangout area. It'll be where all the cool guys hang out....:laugh:


:cool2::cool2::cool2::cool2:

[DLAWNS]

So where are we all meeting up at the show? Anyone got any suggestions?

[shade tree landscaping]

Who do you NJ guys use for business insurnace? Not to happy with my insurance, no incidents just personaly not happy, looking to switch to somone new. Figured no better place to get some info on good, afforadable insurance then here. Thanks in advance

[mruiz]

Same here on the insurance, I have a contact that I will be seeing on March 1st. I'll let you know how it compare to others. Keep you posted.

[loupiscopolandscaping]

i have selective....good but i hear from other landscapers expensive... ive never made a clamn and weve been in business since 1974

[TJLANDS]

i have selective....good but i hear from other landscapers expensive... ive never made a clamn and weve been in business since 1974

Dump Selective, Call Farm Family Ins, they specialize in the Green Industry.
Just switched.
I saved 50% on my G/L and 40% on my Commercial Auto, snow and W/C the same

[DLAWNS]

Who do you NJ guys use for business insurnace? Not to happy with my insurance, no incidents just personaly not happy, looking to switch to somone new. Figured no better place to get some info on good, afforadable insurance then here. Thanks in advance

Same here on the insurance, I have a contact that I will be seeing on March 1st. I'll let you know how it compare to others. Keep you posted.

Guys check out Brauer Hansen and Izdebski in Toms River. I believe that they have other offices also. They write my policy and my premiums are great (well they still suck, but all insurance does lol), let's just say they are better. Through them I use Peerless Insurance and NJM and my I'm very happy with my experience so far. If you want more info let me know. If you decide to call them ask for Johanna Izdebski and tell them Bill sent ya. They're very nice.

[DLAWNS]

i have selective....good but i hear from other landscapers expensive... ive never made a clamn and weve been in business since 1974

Look at you Lawnsite addict...lol!:laugh:

[mruiz]

Look at you Lawnsite addict...lol!:laugh:

We try not to wake you up.:sleeping:

[loupiscopolandscaping]

hahaha im trying to be bill deprierro. lol just playing just trying to get info on these clients... i received a grand yesturday now im down to 9 g's lol

[DLAWNS]

We try not to wake you up.:sleeping:

hahaha im trying to be bill deprierro. lol just playing just trying to get info on these clients... i received a grand yesturday now im down to 9 g's lol

Hell yeah, I was sleeping.:sleeping: Just had to get some Lawnsite time before I went to physical therapy.

Lou--That's some improvement with payments.

[loupiscopolandscaping]

hahaha ive been playing phone tag with another client for 450 lets see what happens

[DLAWNS]

Does anyone have a spot where we're all gonna meet up at the Meadowlands show? Any ideas. If anyone wants to trade numbers so we can catch up at the show, shoot me a PM.

[CrystalCreek]

Does anyone have a spot where we're all gonna meet up at the Meadowlands show? Any ideas. If anyone wants to trade numbers so we can catch up at the show, shoot me a PM.

What day is the show??? I am so busy that I forgot and I'm way to lazy to get my butt off the bed. If the show is wednesday, than I'm a no go:cry: Something came up.

[DLAWNS]

What day is the show??? I am so busy that I forgot and I'm way to lazy to get my butt off the bed. If the show is wednesday, than I'm a no go:cry: Something came up.

Yeah, that's sucks, it's on Wednesday. What's more important than looking at mowers and power equipment all day? lol

[DLAWNS]

I just figured that you guys might appreciate this. It is a little long, but it's hilarious. I had to do some editing. lol

Jersey Born, Jersey Bred, Jersey Trash Till I'm dead!

Yeah, I'm from Jersey, have been all my life. I'm gonna give you everything about jersey, the good, the bad, and the ugly.

First... New Jersey people are conceited. It's true. We hate everyone else. And we think we are better than everyone else. And we never stop talking about how great jersey is. Then we tell people to "shut the f up" when they tell us all we talk about is jersey. I just recently was in the south ... and I can honestly say, that I do think I am better than them. It's not my fault. It's cause I'm from jersey. My friends and I were the rudest, most obnoxious people there. Everyone just stared at us. Then we saw other rude people, and I asked them where they were from. They said jersey.

Why are New Jersey people self centered? Because we have reason to be.

Next, some of the most famous people have come from our state. Just to name A FEW... Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Kevin Smith, Whitney Houston, Martha Stewart, Lauryn Hill, Catch 22, Anne Hathaway, Queen Latifa, My Chemical Romance, Bon Jovi, Jack Nicholson, Bruce Willis, The Four Seasons, Danny Devito, Tom Cruise .. and the list Goes on.

Not only do we have famous people, we rank in the top 10 of smartest states every year.

Not only are we smart & famous...we're rich. Bergen, Somerset, Morris, & Hunderton counties rank in the countries top 15 richest counties. And despite the slums of Newark (yes, Newark, not New -ark) & Camden which are some of the countries most dangerous places to live, we have 4 of the top 10 safest cities to live in the US.

And we smell? Yeah, we do. New Jersey smells like AS*. On the turnpike, between exits 14 and 17. That's like, 5 percent of the entire state.. Bayonne, Port Newark, and Secaucus. And the surrounding areas. That's it. The majority of the state smells like trees. Because the majority of the state is trees. In fact, three of New Jersey's cities rank in the countries top 10 least polluted cities. So shove it.

New Jersey is ideal. I live 20 minutes away from New York City and 45 minutes away from the famous jersey shore, which by the way is amazing. You think your beach is better? F you. Why do you think MTV's true life had an episode titled "I'm a Jersey Shore girl." Because it's the best f'ing shore in the country.

My house is 3 minutes to the nearest mall, 5 minutes to the next, and a 10 to the next. I just Counted 7 malls within a half hour of my house. Find me another state that has all that to offer.

Yeah, we have accents. Who gives a sh*t? Everyone has an accent. And no, we don't say "Joisey." We do say "cawfee and tawk." But I can tell you it's a hell of a better accent than you bit**es from the south.

Hungry? Don't worry. We have 24 hour diners. A million of them. We also have Hoboken which has some of the finest places to eat. And you have not had real Italian food until you come here. Okay?

And WE can't drive? NO.. YOU can't drive. In the south the speed limit signs read: speed limit 60.. minimum 45. WHAT? That's why you people can't drive. Who has a minimum speed limit? New Jersey drivers like pissing other people off solely because of the reputation. This is what we will do...just so you know...if we see an out of state license plate, we'll tailgate your as*. Probably because you're only doing the speed limit & we want to go 20 over. Then, we'll cut you off... and go slow in front of you. Because we can. And because when you go home you're gonna complain about us. We like it, it doesn't bother us….it’s what we want.

We like fast things. Things move too slow in other states. You can tell that someone's from New Jersey by the way they walk. They walk really fast and have a strut that says "I'm better than you."

Music scene? Amazing. Remember Hunka Bunka?...DJais, and last but definitely not least... TEMPTS!!! Enough said. We also have the best local bands... The rap scene, I don't know much about that, but I know it's there…& I know it's good. Obviously the club scene. You don't know club music until you come into New Jersey... SERIOUSLY. - - - - "We don't pump our gas ... we pump our fists."

Just shut the f up. If you go to Seaside boardwalk or Belmar. You'll probably see some of the trashiest, skankiest girls & some of the most guido, gelled up hair, armani exchange wearing boys that take too many steroids and have too much sex… But they are gorgeous and they know how to dance better than anyone you ever met in your life. So yeah, the stereotype that all jersey chicks are trashy, is true ... but only if you go to Seaside. That's pretty much it. The rest of the state is full of confident, beautiful people that speak their mind.

The majority of Jersey people are Italian, or wish they were. We drink & smoke way too much. Oh yeah and we throw the sickest parties ... in the woods.

What else? Giants, Jets, Nets, and of course the Devils. They're better than you. So shut the f up. And we have more Yankee fans than New York City. Come to jersey with a sox hat on ... I f'n dare you!

And oh yeah, we say "yo." Often. And "f." I don't complain that you say "y'all" so don't complain that I say "yo."

To sum up New Jersey, yeah, most of the stereotypes are true, probably for about 5 percent of the state. The rest of the state is beautiful.

And yeah, we hate you. We love ourselves. Wanna know why? Because all you bit**es hate us. How would you feel if the other 49 states spent all their time talking ****? We deserve to be our own country cause we're that cool.

"Rise up, my fellow New Jerseyans, for we are all members of a confused but noble race. We of the state that will never get any respect, we who bear the cruelness of the forever uncool. A chip on the shoulders of those with forever something to prove. And even with this wonderful hall of fame, we know that there's another bad Jersey joke just around the corner.
But fear not, fear not! This is not our curse. It is our blessing. For this is what infused us with our fighting spirit, that we may salute the world forever with the fabulous Jersey state bird. And that the fumes from our great northern industrial area, to the ocean breezes of Cape May, fill us with the raw hunger, the naked ambition and the desire not just to do our best, but to stick it in your face. Theory of relativity, anybody? How about some electric light with your day? Or maybe a spin to the moon and back? That's right. And that is why our fellow Americans in those other 49 states know that when the announcer says, "And now, in this corner, from New Jersey..." they'd better keep their hands up and their heads down, cause when that bell rings, we always come out swinging. God bless the Garden State."
-Bruce Springsteen

[CrystalCreek]

There is no way that bruce said that. Everyone says that you cant understand a word Bruce says....Oh wait....There not from jersey. God Bless Jersey.

[TJLANDS]

Hey guys. Just a little FYI.
Switched Insurance companies officially today.
Saved 42%. For me thats well over 10K
No sh!t. Could have been more but I raised my coverage.
Farm Family Ins. NJ......google it or pm me

Dumped Selective and my broker in Toms River, BHB Insurance

[Surf'n'Turf]

Hey guys. Just a little FYI.
Switched Insurance companies officially today.
Saved 42%. For me thats well over 10K
No sh!t. Could have been more but I raised my coverage.
Farm Family Ins. NJ......google it or pm me

Dumped Selective and my broker in Toms River, BHB Insurance

i've been using them for years....did you go to office in mantaloking? they only deal with agricultural type businesses understand the nature of our biz much better than general brokers

[TJLANDS]

i've been using them for years....did you go to office in mantaloking? they only deal with agricultural type businesses understand the nature of our biz much better than general brokers

They come to my office. I am dealing with the shamong office.

[Surf'n'Turf]

They come to my office. I am dealing with the shamong office.

gotcha.... i dont think their price for the coverage you get can be beat. best of luck to ya, hopefully you never have to use it.

[mruiz]

Hey guys. Just a little FYI.
Switched Insurance companies officially today.
Saved 42%. For me thats well over 10K
No sh!t. Could have been more but I raised my coverage.
Farm Family Ins. NJ......google it or pm me

Dumped Selective and my broker in Toms River, BHB Insurance


Thanks TJ I'll be looking them up
Mike

[mruiz]

New Jersey Landscape Trade Show..........

What did you guys like the most from the NJLandscape Show?

Also, if money was no object what would you take home?

[NicksLawnCare]

whats up guys i am from hazlet

[Surf'n'Turf]

New Jersey Landscape Trade Show..........

What did you guys like the most from the NJLandscape Show?

Also, if money was no object what would you take home?

didnt go this year, but had you asked the same question last year.....the maaco sales girl hands down :)

[NicksLawnCare]

any advice for a new guy

[mruiz]

didnt go this year, but had you asked the same question last year.....the maaco sales girl hands down :)

No Maaco girls this year. :cry:

[mruiz]

any advice for a new guy

Hi Nick, Welcome to the lawnsite
Mike

[NicksLawnCare]

thanks i have actually been on the site for a while just sitting back reading all the info i can and trying to learn some new things

[nnj18]

Nice meeting you bill!

As far as anythin at the show, I'd probably taken one of the dumps....

Wasn't really too much at the show, only thing I liked was the Wrights, saw my dealer and also the mulch truck...

[DLAWNS]

New Jersey Landscape Trade Show..........

What did you guys like the most from the NJLandscape Show?

Also, if money was no object what would you take home?

I loved seeing the Toro and Exmark setups. If I could take something home, it would have been the GMC dump truck.

whats up guys i am from hazlet
What's up, brotha? Welcome to the site.

Nice meeting you bill!

As far as anythin at the show, I'd probably taken one of the dumps....

Wasn't really too much at the show, only thing I liked was the Wrights, saw my dealer and also the mulch truck...

Nice meeting you too....next time we all gotta grab lunch. John and I went to Houlihans and had an awesome lunch.

[Surf'n'Turf]

No Maaco girls this year. :cry:

blame it on the economy! ten years ago, the hustler reps had 'em lined up fifty deep with scantily clad calender girls signing autographs....guess that was when larry flynt was ceo, lol

[Surf'n'Turf]

thanks i have actually been on the site for a while just sitting back reading all the info i can and trying to learn some new things

what's good? i'm about eight miles down the road from you in red bank/ middletown.

[mruiz]

Yea, Bill thanks again for the hat! It was nice to have met you and John.

Jared! Where were you!

I spend over half hour talking to the rep of the mule mulch trailer. Love that thing. Never knew you can rent them out.

Badboy and Wright Stander had my attention. So did the Scags with cup holder and the two beer kegs setup. :drinkup: Did you guys see the polish wheels!

[nnj18]

haha I saw the scag with the "kegs"...imo that mulch mule is a overpriced pos jmo though....you can buy a dump truck for the price of one and its wayyy more versatile. Again jmo

[Surf'n'Turf]

haha I saw the scag with the "kegs"...imo that mulch mule is a overpriced pos jmo though....you can buy a dump truck for the price of one and its wayyy more versatile. Again jmo

lol, saw the pic in the other thread....thought they were propane tanks

[mruiz]

lol, saw the pic in the other thread....thought they were propane tanks

They were propane, we were just busting on it. :laugh:

[DLAWNS]

Yea, Bill thanks again for the hat! It was nice to have met you and John.

Jared! Where were you!

I spend over half hour talking to the rep of the mule mulch trailer. Love that thing. Never knew you can rent them out.

Badboy and Wright Stander had my attention. So did the Scags with cup holder and the two beer kegs setup. :drinkup: Did you guys see the polish wheels!

Thanks, Mike. We both had a great time and it was very nice to meet you and your wife. Gotta love the beer keg mowers. lol:laugh:

[Surf'n'Turf]

They were propane, we were just busting on it. :laugh:

lol, in this trade it wouldnt surprise me if a manufacturer decided to attach a beer keg to a mower

[NicksLawnCare]

same old trying to go bigger this year looking to learn more about the business and get as much info that i can

[JerseyGreen]

So guy, im fairly new to the site, I love seeing all the Jersey Guys talking. So how are you guys looking for this season, with the current economy?

[DLAWNS]

So guy, im fairly new to the site, I love seeing all the Jersey Guys talking. So how are you guys looking for this season, with the current economy?

Things are not looking to bad right now. We'll see how things go in a few weeks. I know, I'm loving having a high population of New Jersians...lol When I first joined there were some guys, but not this many.

[nnj18]

Ehh don't think the economy will hurt maintenanace guys too badly, nothing like the construction guys anyway.

[phasthound]

I just wanted to say thanks to those of you who stopped by our booth. I was pleased to meet everyone of you.

From NJLCA, I went to Springfield MA to attend the
17th Annual Ecological Landscapers Association conference. I would urge all of you to try to attend this conference next year. Great speakers who will help you separate your business from the rest, wonderful people to share info and experiences with, good food & drinks.

If you are interested in learning how to reduce your environmental impact and gain a edge on 99% of your competitors, you need to start learning new techniques of caring for clientele who are willing to pay for upscale services.

If you want to continue as a mow & blow service or a lowest bidder fert & spray service, no need to attend. This is for those who want to expand their horizons and think outside the box.

[DLAWNS]

It was nice to meet you too Barry.


Get ready boys looks like some snow is coming!:weightlifter:

[shade tree landscaping]

let it snow let it snow!!!$$$$

[DLAWNS]

let it snow let it snow!!!$$$$

I'm all prepped to go out tomorrow..anyone else?

[mruiz]

So you guys exhausted from the last snow storm?

[DLAWNS]

So you guys exhausted from the last snow storm?

I'm wrecked dude. I think John hates me. lol We worked a lot of hours!

[mruiz]

Tell him that was the intro to basic training :laugh:

[DLAWNS]

Tell him that was the intro to basic training :laugh:

True, good point. He should be paying me for getting him into shape!:laugh::weightlifter:

[JerseyGreen]

I hate snow

[DLAWNS]

I hate snow

I hear ya! You guys get hammered down that way?

[JerseyGreen]

yea we got about 10'' to 12'', I dont do any snow removal yet, I may start eventually. I just want to start working again, i can wait to see nice green grass.

[DLAWNS]

I just want to start working again, i can wait to see nice green grass.

True that...lol

[phasthound]

Hey guys, check out our updated website for your fertilizer needs.

[DLAWNS]

Hey guys, check out our updated website for your fertilizer needs.

I'll have to check that out.

[mruiz]

Guy and Gals!! Have you though about making a difference in someone life? Have you thought about giving alittle with the talent and resources you have? The following is a list of soldier that live in our area and need your help! This list was sent out to all of the volunteer helping out this great cause. Look on the list and see if there's someone in your area that you would like to assistance.

Thanks, Mike
ruizlawn.com
:usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag:

Dr GreenCare for Troops Volunteers in New Jersey !

I am writing to you for some assistance. Would you all be so kind as to review the list below. This list is cities and zip codes belonging to our registered military families that are without assistance in NJ. Please let me know if any of you are able to assist any of them. As most of you already know, I work this program alone for Project EverGreen in all 50 states. To date, I now have more than 7600 military families registered with our program and more than 2100 incredible volunteers. I am working as quickly as I can to (manually) match our military families with volunteers. I am finding myself a little behind and I am asking for your assistance.
Thank you.

I hope that this does not inconvenience any of you and I do appreciate your time and support very much !

Respectfully, Joy.

Blackwood NJ 8012
Blairstown NJ 7825
Bordentown NJ 8505
Browns Mills NJ 8015
Browns Mills NJ 8015
Burlington NJ 8016
Byram Twp NJ 7874
Delran NJ 8075
Elizabeth NJ 7202
Flanders NJ 7836
Glassboro NJ 8028
Hewitt NJ 7421
Hillside NJ 7205
Hopatcong NJ 7843
Hopatcong NJ 7843
Hopatcong NJ 7843
Jackson NJ 8527
Lake Hopatcong NJ 7849
Lumberton NJ 8048
Mantua NJ 8051
Marlton NJ 8053
Marlton NJ 8053
Millville NJ 8332
Mount Laurel NJ 8054
Newark NJ 7103
Newton NJ 7860
Ocean Grove NJ 7756
Oceanport NJ 7757
Old Bridge NJ 8857
Pennsville NJ 8070
Pequanncok NJ 7440
Phillipsburg NJ 8865
Pine Hill NJ 8021
Stanhope NJ 7874
Swedesboro NJ 8085
Titusville NJ 8560
Toms River NJ 8753
Toms River NJ 8757
Trenton NJ 8618
Tuckerton NJ 8087
Vincentown NJ 8088
Waldwick NJ 7463
Waldwick NJ 7463
Waldwick NJ 7463
WALLINGTON NJ 7057
Wayne NJ 7470
Wayne NJ 7470
west deptford NJ 8096
Westampton NJ 8060
Wharton NJ 7885
Williamstown NJ 8094
Woolwich NJ 8085

Joy Westenberg
GreenCare for Troops Manager
Project EverGreen
(toll free) 877-758-4835

Blessings for the New Year; I hope it brings you happiness, peace, love, and a sense of humor to navigate 2009.

[Guzman Properties]

Hola fellas!! Central NJ here!!

[DLAWNS]

Guy and Gals!! Have you though about making a difference in someone life? Have you thought about giving alittle with the talent and resources you have? The following is a list of soldier that live in our area and need your help! This list was sent out to all of the volunteer helping out this great cause. Look on the list and see if there's someone in your area that you would like to assistance.

Thanks, Mike
ruizlawn.com
:usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag::usflag:

Dr GreenCare for Troops Volunteers in New Jersey !

I am writing to you for some assistance. Would you all be so kind as to review the list below. This list is cities and zip codes belonging to our registered military families that are without assistance in NJ. Please let me know if any of you are able to assist any of them. As most of you already know, I work this program alone for Project EverGreen in all 50 states. To date, I now have more than 7600 military families registered with our program and more than 2100 incredible volunteers. I am working as quickly as I can to (manually) match our military families with volunteers. I am finding myself a little behind and I am asking for your assistance.
Thank you.

I hope that this does not inconvenience any of you and I do appreciate your time and support very much !

Respectfully, Joy.

Blackwood NJ 8012
Blairstown NJ 7825
Bordentown NJ 8505
Browns Mills NJ 8015
Browns Mills NJ 8015
Burlington NJ 8016
Byram Twp NJ 7874
Delran NJ 8075
Elizabeth NJ 7202
Flanders NJ 7836
Glassboro NJ 8028
Hewitt NJ 7421
Hillside NJ 7205
Hopatcong NJ 7843
Hopatcong NJ 7843
Hopatcong NJ 7843
Jackson NJ 8527
Lake Hopatcong NJ 7849
Lumberton NJ 8048
Mantua NJ 8051
Marlton NJ 8053
Marlton NJ 8053
Millville NJ 8332
Mount Laurel NJ 8054
Newark NJ 7103
Newton NJ 7860
Ocean Grove NJ 7756
Oceanport NJ 7757
Old Bridge NJ 8857
Pennsville NJ 8070
Pequanncok NJ 7440
Phillipsburg NJ 8865
Pine Hill NJ 8021
Stanhope NJ 7874
Swedesboro NJ 8085
Titusville NJ 8560
Toms River NJ 8753
Toms River NJ 8757
Trenton NJ 8618
Tuckerton NJ 8087
Vincentown NJ 8088
Waldwick NJ 7463
Waldwick NJ 7463
Waldwick NJ 7463
WALLINGTON NJ 7057
Wayne NJ 7470
Wayne NJ 7470
west deptford NJ 8096
Westampton NJ 8060
Wharton NJ 7885
Williamstown NJ 8094
Woolwich NJ 8085

Joy Westenberg
GreenCare for Troops Manager
Project EverGreen
(toll free) 877-758-4835

Blessings for the New Year; I hope it brings you happiness, peace, love, and a sense of humor to navigate 2009.

Hell yeah, man. I signed up about a month ago and I'm going to pick up at least one (the 08757 one.)and I want to do something for the day of service, also. Let's go boys, lets step up and help out our military.

[DLAWNS]

Hola fellas!! Central NJ here!!

What's up man?

[shade tree landscaping]

I signed up a week or two back but havent heard back from them. The few that are in my area are a little off my beat and path

[TJLANDS]

Anyone come up with any new bulk root mulch suppliers.
Best i can do so far this year is $12 a yard delivered from Benoit.(80yrds)

Looking for more choices.

Anyone doing dyed mulch check out SJAP 14-16 a yard for dyed delivered.
(75 yards)

[shade tree landscaping]

Are we going to have a late or early spring in NJ this year? Personally I think its going to be an early one, the ground hog in my backyard has already been out and about for at least 2 weeks.

While on ground hogs, anyone have any advice to get rid of them? I have already trapped 5 last year, and there is at least another one back this year. I have the trap out, with food in it but he keeps walking rite past it.

[DLAWNS]

Anyone come up with any new bulk root mulch suppliers.
Best i can do so far this year is $12 a yard delivered from Benoit.(80yrds)

Looking for more choices.

Anyone doing dyed mulch check out SJAP 14-16 a yard for dyed delivered.
(75 yards)

Man, I wish I needed that much mulch. lol

Are we going to have a late or early spring in NJ this year? Personally I think its going to be an early one, the ground hog in my backyard has already been out and about for at least 2 weeks.

Last time I checked it was supposed to be decent all next week so I'm guessing spring is about here. Sorry, I don't have any advice on the groundhogs dude.

[Carolina Cuts]

South Jersey Pitman area, who wants a "job lead"?
I have a friend in that area who "wants green grass" and is pretty much clueless on where to start... I'm no good to him way down here....

[Dreams To Designs]

CC, I'd be happy to steer your friend in the right direction. I am in that area and work with quite a few contractors that are local there.

Kirk

[DLAWNS]

Guys, how's everyone's spring going so far?

[mruiz]

Estimate.Estimate.Estimate..

This is going to be the toughest year I have seen. Other LCO have been bidding at low as $18.00!!
Yes thats right. $18.00.. :confused:

[DLAWNS]

That's not cool! I've been doing a few estimates and also picked up two yards in my mowing areas for greencare for troops. The families are so thankful. I believe I got my friend Lou to also sign up for a yard or two. I'm trying to set up a landscape job for the PLANET day of service also. Besides that, just doing estimates, advertising to targeted areas and finish getting the last of the renewals in. Lost a few customers but nothing too major.

[shade tree landscaping]

been doing alot of estimates last few days, hoping to land a few of the jobs. Have had a few lawns cancel, and quite a few that havent returned contracts yet. Starting to get worried about this year

[DLAWNS]

been doing alot of estimates last few days, hoping to land a few of the jobs. Have had a few lawns cancel, and quite a few that havent returned contracts yet. Starting to get worried about this year

I hear ya..that's kind of how it's been with me too. I honestly think it also has to do with the weird weather. It's been cold on and off so not everyone is thinking about their grass yet. Hopefully everything will be cool this year.

[shade tree landscaping]

at least i'm not the only one whos numbers are off from last year, I def agree with the weather being a culprit in it. Waiting for a few days, weekend, of 60 degree days.

[TJLANDS]

Picking up more than I am losing so far. Prices seem to be stable. Have picked up almost a dozen very unhappy customers from my least favorite Sprinkler/Lawn company competitor. Have also had many new good applicants for work this year.
My advertising campaign starts April 3 with 14K postcards, hoping for a good response again.

[DLAWNS]

Picking up more than I am losing so far. Prices seem to be stable. Have picked up almost a dozen very unhappy customers from my least favorite Sprinkler/Lawn company competitor. Have also had many new good applicants for work this year.
My advertising campaign starts April 3 with 14K postcards, hoping for a good response again.

ooh, I know who you're talking about! HaHa :laugh:

[nnj18]

did like 6 cleanups today and then had the guys hand out door hangers......people are calling like every few days...its been cold here the past few days and people aren't really thinking about their lawn or mulch installs. April is usually once it really starts to get going.

Most people calling now were very unhappy with last years service provider.

[phasthound]

Spring has been good so far. Some cancels, been picking up new accounts. I've had more prepays than ever. Wholesale product sales are way up, more lawn companies are feeling the pressure to offer greener services than ever.