Water Smart Workshops

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Water Smart Workshops

Upper Water partners with Green Media Creations and Green Gardens Group (G3) to offer free, public workshops on water conservation. Classes cover a range of practical topics (see below) and some classes may be available in Mandarin or Spanish.

Upper Water hosts the following workshop classes:

  • California-Friendly Landscape Training for Residents
  • Turf Removal
  • Rainwater Capture
  • Irrigation and Controller Basics
  • Leak Detection
  • Sustainable Garden Design
  • Professional Series

Katherine Vazquez, Water Resources Analyst I
katherine@usgvmwd.org 
(626) 443-2297

Spring 2026 Workshops

Rain to Roots: Water for Your Garden (webinar) with Green Media Creations
Workshop Details: Learn practical ways to turn rain into a resources, covering rain gardens, swales, and storage options to help residents choose the best approach for their landscape.

  • Thursday, January 29th, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
  • Click here to register.

Outdoor Leaks Waste Water (webinar) with Green Gardens Group (G3)
Workshop Details: Learn how to spot outdoor leaks, track down their source, and take simple steps to prevent them. Participants will also learn when a DIY fix works and when it’s best to call a professional.

  • Thursday, March 19th, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
  • Click here to register.

Protect the Pollinators (webinar) with Green Gardens Group (G3)
Workshop Details: Learn the essentials of creating a pollinator-friendly garden! Participants will learn which plants attract pollinators, the importance of native vegetation, and the factors that impact pollinator health.

  • Thursday, April 16th, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
  • Click here to register.