Natural Resources

Contact

Sherrie Magarrell - 503.399.5139
Yvonne Testerman - 503.589.7946
Fax: 503.589.7828
Department of Natural Resources, Bldg. 60
Chemeketa Community College
4000 Lancaster Dr. NE (97305)
PO Box 14007
Salem, OR 97309-7070

The summer schedule is now posted below.  Registration for summer term begins May 22.  Summer term begins June 23.

Registration information is located at the bottom of this page.

Spring Schedule

Pesticide Courses

Pesticide Right-of-Way Training
XAGR9801P (CRN 71258)
This is a review session designed to present information about weed biology, identification and control practices; herbicide basics; pesticide application; right-of-way chemicals; and laws and liability in preparation for taking Oregon's Right-of-Way and Regulatory Weed Control licensing exams. No recertification credit will be available. Laurie Gordon, instructor.  9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday and Wednesday, May 12 and 14.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  $149. Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 by Apr. 23 to register and receive advance study material.  No refunds after Apr. 23.  Bring a pencil, paper, calculator, and materials we send to class.  Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m., May 14.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.  Prerequisite: Pesticide Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainee Review or passing score on Laws and Safety exam within the last two years.

Forestry Vegetation Management
XAGR9802Z (CRN 73685)
Emphasizes the fundamentals of forest pesticides, including common herbicide formulations; timing of herbicide applications; and the use of herbicides in riparian areas. Focuses on current surfactant technology and commonly used products.  Reviews characteristics of pesticides and pest control methods.  Four pesticide recertification hours available. Kurt Spingath, instructor.  8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 15.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  $35. 

Wood Destroying Organism Inspection and Evaluation
XAGR9803D (CRN 73686)
Examines the biology, environment, and habits of wood-destroying organisms in the Pacific Northwest that commonly cause economic harm to wood structures, such as termites, carpenter ants, wood boring beetles, wood-destroying fungi and other structural damaging pests of wood structures.  Focuses on providing the state-licensed commercial pesticide applicator, operator or certified home inspector with advanced knowledge of wood destroying organisms and the means to communicate to interested parties the risks inherent with structural infestation as well as findings and solutions of an inspector.  Six hours recertification credit available in Oregon.  Recognition of Achievement available for Home Inspector Certification points.  Michael Hanscom, instructor.  9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, May 17.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  $66.

Worker Protection Standard
XAGR9801H (CRN 73186)
Fulfills the core training requirements to renew an Oregon Private Pesticide Applicator’s License or qualifies for four hours of other credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant. Qualifies for the small farm exemption under OAR 437-001-0057. Presents specific information related to EPA’s Worker Protection Standard (WPS) and its implementation in Oregon. Covers the elements of this regulation in addition to other related state and federal regulations regarding pesticide worker safety.  Tomàs Schwabe, instructor.  8 a.m.-noon, Friday, May 30.  Bldg. 62, Rm. 101.  $34.

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L (CRN 70447)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Includes information on application equipment, pesticide safety, pests and pest control.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations.  All in preparation for taking Oregon's Private Applicator's Licensing examination.  Mike Ricks, instructor.  9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, May 30.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  $57.  Textbook available at class for $22.50.  Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.

Pesticide Ornamental Turf: Herbicide Training
XAGR9801Q (CRN 74216)
Surveys the use of herbicides in the establishment and maintenance of ornamental plants and turf.  Helps prepare the student to take  Oregon’s pesticide licensing examination in the Ornamental and Turf: Herbicide category.  Eight hours recertification credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant.  Laurie Gordon, instructor.  8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, June 6.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  $106.  Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 before May 21 to register and receive advance study material.  No refunds after May 21.  Bring a pencil/pen, paper, calculator and materials we send to class.  Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m. Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.  Prerequisite: Pesticide Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainee Review or passing score on Laws and Safety exam within the last two years.

Oregon Garden Courses

The following courses will be held in the Educational Building at the Oregon Garden in Silverton.  Dress for weather and wear walking shoes.

NEW!  Garden Irrigation Systems
XAGR9804P (CRN 76860)
Drip, sprinkle and soak!  This course introduces a variety of garden irrigation systems.  Learn to identify the components of landscape and micro-irrigation systems and how they work.  Understand basic garden irrigation system maintenance. Discover the fascinating connections between water treatment and irrigation systems at The Oregon Garden.  Clinton Kuenzi, instructor.  9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, May 17.  NREC2 Rm.  $38.

Outstanding Plants of the Oregon Garden
XAGR9804H (CRN 76664)
Discovers the botanical treasures of the Oregon Garden.  Identifies unusual specimens of trees and shrubs and perennials, and matches scientific and common names.  Considers cultural requirements of several species.  Theresa Lee, instructor.  9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, June 7.  $24.

Gardening for Butterflies and Beneficial Insects
XAGR0002N (CRN 76660)
Explores gardening practices that encourage butterflies and other beneficial insects. Focuses on identification of butterflies and beneficial insects; their food sources and water needs; and other habitat considerations.  Covers identification, selection, planting and care of plants that are food sources for butterflies, their larvae, and beneficial insects.  Theresa Lee, instructor.  1-4 p.m., Saturday, June 7.  NREC2 Rm.  $16.

To learn about other fun events at the Oregon Garden CLICK HERE.

Summer Schedule

Horticulture Course

Horticulture Practicum
HOR224 (CRN 15089)
Applies nursery and greenhouse production techniques in the greenhouse and nursery.  Focuses on practical skills used in greenhouses and container and field production nurseries.  Includes plant propagation, transplanting, water, fertilizer and pest management, and growth regulation.  Provides skills and experience in retail nursery management.  Three credits.  Prerequsites: HOR111 and HOR211 or consent of instructor.  Contact Gail Gredler, 503.365.4692, for days, times and location of class.  Cost: $183 plus $18 fee.

Pesticide Courses

Pesticide Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainee Review
XAGR9801M  (CRN 13331)
Reviews federal and state pesticide laws and the government agencies related to pesticide regulation and safe pesticide use.  Helps prepare the student to successfully take Oregon’s pesticide certification exams in Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainees categories.  Eight hours recertification credit for any Oregon Pesticide Applicator or Consultant. Laurie Gordon, instructor.  8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday, July 8.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  Cost: $144.  Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 by June 23 to register and receive advance study material.  No refunds after June 23.  Bring a pencil, paper, calculator, and materials we send to class.  Exam offered 5:30-8:30 p.m.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.

Pesticide Right-of-Way Training
XAGR9801P (CRN 10255)
This is a review session designed to present information about weed biology, identification and control practices; herbicide basics; pesticide application; right-of-way chemicals; and laws and liability in preparation for taking Oregon's Right-of-Way and Regulatory Weed Control licensing exams. No recertification credit will be available. Laurie Gordon, instructor.  9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, July 22 and 24.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  Cost: $149. Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 by July 7 to register and receive advance study material.  No refunds after July 7.  Bring a pencil, paper, calculator, and materials we send to class.  Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m., July 24.  Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam location.  Prerequisite: Pesticide Laws and Safety and Directly Supervised Trainee Review or passing score on Laws and Safety exam within the last two years.

Private Applicator License Training
XAGR9801L (CRN 12541)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Stresses pesticide labeling.  Includes information on application equipment, pesticide safety, pests and pest control.  Demonstrates appropriate calculations.  All in preparation for taking Oregon's Private Applicator Licensing examination.  Mike Ricks, instructor.  9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday, July 17.  Bldg. 61, Rm. 102. 
Cost: $57.  Textbook available at class for $22.50.  Exam offered 4:30-7:30 p.m. Cost of exam $20 (exact cash or check payable to Chemeketa Community College only, paid at time of exam).  Bring photo ID and SS# to exam.

Pesticide Applicator Training in Spanish
XAGR9804E (CRN 14368)
Emphasizes pesticide laws and regulations.  Pesticide labeling is stressed and appropriate calculations are demonstrated. Includes information on pesticide exposure risk, personal protective equipment, safe pesticide handling procedures, application equipment, calibration and maintenance, accident prevention, and pesticide spill management. Signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning and first aid procedures are covered. Eight hours recertification credit available, including “core” or “other” credits. Juan Pablo Valot, instructor.  8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, July 26. Bldg. 61, Rm. 102.  Cost: $89, includes textbook.  No exam offered.  Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 for registration information.  Bring a pencil/pen, paper, and calculator to class.

Oregon Garden Courses

The following five courses will be held in the Educational Building at the Oregon Garden in Silverton.  Dress for weather and wear walking shoes.

Sketching in the Garden
XART0008E (CRN 14367)
Provides lectures and demonstrations to teach basic sketching skills for beginners. Covers basic principles of design, visual perception, and organization. Presents foundation drawing skills needed to create the illusion of a three dimensional space on a two dimensional picture plane. Functions as a studio class, applying the skills taught to drawing garden plants and landscapes.  Eric Wuest, instructor.  9 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26 and August 2.  NREC1 Rm.  Cost: $59.  Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 for list of materials to bring.  Approximate cost of materials is $20. 

Painting in the Garden
XART0008Q (CRN 15086)
Functions as a studio class, applying the skills taught to drawing and painting garden plants and landscapes.  Provides lectures and demonstrations to teach basic painting skills for beginners.  Covers basic principles of design, visual perception, and organization.  Presents foundation drawing and painting skills needed to create the illusion of a three dimensional space on a two dimensional picture plane.  Eric Wuest, instructor.  1-4 p.m., Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26 and August 2.  NREC1 Rm.  Cost: $59.  Call 503.589.7946 or 503.399.5139 for list of materials to bring.

New and Exotic Fruits in Landscapes
XAGR9804J (CRN 15193)
Explores the selection, care, and culture of new and exotic fruits for an edible landscape. Covers growing aronia, fig, goumi, kiwi, pawpaw, persimmon, pineapple guava, seaberry, and other unusual fruits on a small scale.  Emphasizes variety selection, planting, and plant care.  Jim Gilbert, instructor.  9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, August 2.  NREC. Cost: $38.  Bring lunch.

Organic Gardening
XBI0001D (CRN 15087)
Kid safe, pet safe gardening. Explores gardening practices that build a healthy and productive garden, while working in concert with nature. Covers healthy soil-building practices and fertilizing with organic amendments. Focuses on integrated pest management (IPM) techniques and attracting beneficial insects and animals to the garden. Includes information on low-impact lawns and landscapes.  Theresa Lee, instructor.  9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, August 2.  NREC2 Rm.  Cost: $16.

Outstanding Plants of the Oregon Garden
XAGR9804H (CRN 14376)
Discovers the botanical treasures of the Oregon Garden.  Identifies unusual specimens of trees, shrubs and perennials and matches scientific and common names.  Considers cultural requirements of several species.  Theresa Lee, instructor.  1-4 p.m., Saturday, August 2.  NREC2 Rm.
Cost: $24.

To learn about other fun events at the Oregon Garden CLICK HERE.

Registration Information

Students can register on the web at http://my.chemeketa.edu/ and have 10 working days after registration to make financial arrangements for payment of their tuition or they will be charged a $25 fee. Additional $25 late fees will be applied for accounts 30 days or more over due at the 6th and 10th weeks of each term. Maximum late fees of $75 per term will be charged. Courses will not be dropped for non-payment of classes.

If you have not attended a class at Chemeketa within the last year, you will not be able to use either of the automated systems to register. Instead:

• For workshops/courses meeting 12 hours or less:
  Click Here to request a Workshop/Conference registration form be emailed to you. Fill the form out completely and fax or mail it with your payment. The program address and fax number are on the top of the form. Mail-in registration forms are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis if the class has not already filled during earlier registration opportunities. Be sure to include your telephone number so we may contact you if the class is full. Registering at your earliest opportunity is highly recommended.

Updated May 6, 2008 by Chemeketa's Department of Natural Resources.