NJLCA Trapshooting Event
2024-06-21 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Thunder Mountain Skeet & Trap, 1 Morris Road, Ringwood, New Jersey, 07456, United States
Please join NJLCA members and colleagues at our inaugural Trapshooting Event on Friday, June 21st at Thunder Mountain Skeet and Trap for an afternoon of fun and camaraderie!

NJ Contractors Showcase Expo
2024-08-07 09:00 - 14:00 | County College of Morris, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, 07869, United States
New Jersey Contractors Showcase Expo is a Comprehensive Equipment, Green and Outdoor Living, Hardscape, Horticultural, and Landscape Trade Show.

Landscape Equipment DemosPower Equipment DemosHeavy Duty Construction EquipmentLight Duty Construction EquipmentHardscapeLatest MachinesNew Products and ServicesInnovative Suppliers and VendorsNetworking Opportunities

NJLCA Annual Golf Challenge
2024-10-09 08:30 - 15:30 | Crystal Springs Golf Resort, 1 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, New Jersey, 07419, United States
Please join NJLCA members, colleagues and friends atthe 2023 Golf Challenge on Wednesday, October 9, 2024at Wild Turkey at Crystal Springs Resort,for a day of golf, friends, food and awards!

Schedule: 8:00 am – Registration opens 8:30 am – Breakfast 9:00 am – Putting Contest 9:45 am – $1 Million Shot 10:00 am – Shotgun Start 3:00 pm – Lunch and Awards

November 2024 Emergency Member Meeting Regarding New HIC Ruling for Bonds
2024-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
Join us at the NJLCA Emergency November Member Meeting on Thursday, November 21st at 6:00 pm.Free dinner and networking!

You may have received a notice from the DCA regarding changes to the Home Improvement Contractors Registration Act.NJ passed a new Home Improvement Contractors BOND requirement effective Jan. 8, 2024.

At this meeting, we will discuss:

Bond security requirements

What you need to do

Bond form details

Premium costs

Speakers: Richard and David Gaynor, Middleton & Company Insurance

Location of Meeting:NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Ste 2, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407

NJLCA Holiday Gala and Achievement Awards Dinner
2024-12-03 18:00 - 22:00 | The Venetian, 546 River Drive, Garfield, New Jersey, 07026, United States
The New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association is throwing it back to the fabulous 1950s for its 2024 Holiday Gala and Achievement Awards Dinner! Dust off those poodle skirts and leather jackets (or come in whatever tickles your fancy)! This year’s bash is all about grooving, jiving, and celebrating another year of awesomeness. Trust us, this isn’t your grandma’s awards ceremony—it’s going to be a night to remember!

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Thank you to our Sponsors:

Titanium Sponsor – SiteOne Landscape Supply

Platinum Sponsor – Braen Supply

Gold Sponsor – Cambridge Pavers

Bronze Sponsor – Extech / Terre Co.

Gold Sponsor – Downes Forest Products

Gold Sponsor – Outdoor Living Supply

Landscape New Jersey 2025
2025-02-26 08:00 - 15:00 | New Jersey
Landscape New Jersey is a one-day green industry marketplace and educational event. Landscape New Jersey 2025 will feature hundreds of exhibit booths displaying the latest trends in plants, green industry products, hardscapes, equipment, and more. A great educational program offering pesticide, tree, and fertilizer recertification credits is available, plus business-related seminars (educational will also be offered on the day before the show). Join thousands of landscape professionals for one exciting day of industry fun and education. Ask the experts, make new business contacts, meet up with old friends, and learn from the best at Landscape New Jersey 2025.

Member Meeting at Liberty Sod Farm
2025-03-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Sod Farm, 52 Shades of Death Road, Great Meadows, New Jersey, 07838, United States
Join us at the NJLCA March 2025 Member Meeting on Thursday, March 13th at 6:00 pm.Free dinner and networking!

How It’s Made – Sod EditionQuick guide to installation

Basic Pesticide Training (English)
2025-03-19 17:00 - 21:00 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
The Basic Pesticide Training Class is required for all those wishing to become either Certified Pesticide Applicators or Pesticide Operators. This is REQUIRED training for taking the DEP Core Exam and for all Operator’s Licenses. This class is in English.

Also eligible for 8 recertification credits in CORE.

Cost includes pizza and refreshments.

The purpose of this training is to provide the candidate applicator or operator with a working knowledge, at a minimum, of the following information. The basic course for applicators and operators are the same.

Category 3B Pesticide Training (English)
2025-03-24 16:00 - 22:00 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
Turf Pest Control required training for taking the NJ DEP 3B Category exam (in lieu of 40 hours of on-the-job training)!

Course Description:Schools, Residential & Commercial• Turf Insect IPM Control• Turfgrass Disease ID• IPM Management Techniques• Toxicology Overview for Pesticide Applicators• Organic Alternative

This class is also eligible for the following recertification credits for current pesticide license holders:CORE-3 / 3B Turf Pest Control – 10 / 6B Right of Way – 4 / 8C Campground – 10 / PP2 Private Applicator – 10

Cost includes pizza and refreshments

NJLCA Landscape Maintenance Roundtable
2025-03-25 18:00 - 20:30 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
Attention Landscape Maintenance Professionals: Join us for an exclusive Landscape Maintenance Roundtable on March 25th at the NJLCA offices in Elmwood Park. This intimate gathering, limited to 20 attendees, will feature in-depth discussions on the state of the industry, the latest tools and equipment, and other crucial topics. Fortify your expertise and network with peers over a catered dinner. Secure your spot today for this must-attend event.

Open to members only!

Basic Pesticide Training (Spanish)
2025-03-27 17:00 - 21:00 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
La clase de entrenamiento básico sobre pesticidas es obligatoria para todos aquellos que deseen convertirse en Aplicadores Certificados de Pesticidas o Operadores de Pesticidas. Este entrenamiento es OBLIGATORIO para tomar el Examen Central del DEP y para todas las Licencias de Operadores.

Nota: La clase se imparte en español y es elegible para 8 créditos CORE!

El precio incluye pizza y bebidas

The Basic Pesticide Training Class is required for all who wish to become Certified Pesticide Operators. Class is in Spanish & eligible for 8 CORE recertification credits.

NJLCA's "Tony DeFeo Annual Pizza Night"
2025-03-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Knights of Columbus, 79 Pascack Road, Washington Township, NJ, 07676, United States
Calling all pizza lovers and association members! Get ready for the most delectable event of the year – NJLCA’s Tony DeFeo Annual Pizza Night!

This isn’t your average pizza party. Indulge in slice after slice of piping hot, gooey goodness, while enjoying refreshments and catching up with colleagues. But the fun doesn’t stop there – everyone gets prizes! Plus, we’ll serve up tasty desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.

So, grab your stretchy pants and join us for an unforgettable night of pizza, prizes, and camaraderie. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

May Member Meeting at Ryser's on May 8th
2025-05-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Ryser’s Landscape Supply, 145 White Road, Little Silver, New Jersey, 07739, United States
Join us at the NJLCA May 2025 Member Meeting on Thursday, May 8th at 6:00 pm.

We will have a tour of the Ryser’s facility, along with a talk on Designing Deer-Resistant Landscapes: Strategies, Plants, and Practical Solutions by our good friends and co-sponsors, The Deer Guys (formerly NJ Deer Control).

Join us for an evening of networking, industry insights, and valuable knowledge.

NJLCA 2025 Bowling Night
2025-06-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Parkway Lanes, 200 Route 46 East, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
🎳 Strike Up Some Fun with Us! 🎳Join us for a night of friendly competition, laughs, and lane-side networking at NJLCA’s Bowling Night! Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just in it for the pizza, wings and good company, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow members. Bring your team, your best game face (or not!), and let’s roll into a great night together.

NJLCA & NJNLA Combined Member Meeting
2025-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Barton Nurseries, 949 New Durham Rd, Edison, New Jersey, 08817, United States
Exciting news! The New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association (NJLCA) and the New Jersey Nursery & Landscape Association (NJNLA) are teaming up for a combined member mixer! 🎉

We’re all in this industry together—growing our businesses, tackling the same challenges, and making NJ greener every day. So let’s come together, connect, and celebrate what unites us. Whether you’re a longtime member or not a member, don’t miss this fun and energizing evening of networking, collaboration, and good vibes!

September Member Meeting at Braen Supply
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Braen Supply, 1434 Ringwood Ave, Wanaque, NJ, 07420, United States
Join us on Wednesday, September 18th at 6:00 PM at Braen Supply in Wanaque for an exclusive NJLCA meeting all about the EZ Set Trass Bedding System—the innovative solution for creating a durable, permeable, freeze-thaw resistant bedding layer for porcelain tile, pavers, brick, stone, and even turf. Discover its benefits, get pro installation tips, and learn how to design stunning, functional outdoor spaces that stand the test of time. Presentation and Demo provided.
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NJLCA Golf Challenge 2025
2025-10-08 08:00 - 16:00 | Crystal Springs Golf Resort, 1 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, New Jersey, 07419, United States
Get Ready to Tee Off at NJLCA’s 25th Annual Golf Challenge!📅 October 8, 2025📍 Wild Turkey Golf Course at Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg, NJ

Join NJLCA members, industry professionals, friends, and colleagues for a full day of golf, great food, networking, prizes, and fun at one of New Jersey’s most scenic courses. Whether you’re playing to win or just for the laughs, this outing is the perfect blend of business and pleasure.

🎯 Event Highlights

8:00 am: Registration & Driving Range

8:30 am: Breakfast

9:30 am: Putting Contest

10:00 am: Shotgun Start

3:00 pm: Reception, Awards & Prizes

💲 Golfer Fees

$225 per person

$440 per twosome / $880 per foursome (Early Bird ends September 15—don’t miss it!)

$100 for reception-only guests (non-golfers welcome!)

Your registration includes greens fees, cart, bag drop, club cleaning, locker, breakfast, lunch, and awards dinner. Bring your crew—friends, colleagues, employees—and enjoy a day out on the course while making valuable connections in the industry.

No refunds. Soft spikes only. Golf casual dress code applies.

October Member Meeting at Bobcat (Snow Meeting)
2025-10-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Bobcat of North Jersey, 201 Maltese Drive, Totowa, NJ, 07512, United States

NJLCA Axe Throwing Event
2025-11-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Stumpy’s Hatchet House, 373 US-46, West Dr Suite D140, Fairfield, NJ, 07004, United States

NJLCA Holiday Gala and Landscape Achievement Awards Dinner
2025-12-03 17:00 - 21:00 | The Tides Estate, 1245 Belmont Ave., North Haledon, NJ, 07508, United States

Intro to Landscape Lighting Workshop
2026-02-17 09:00 - 15:00 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
NJLCA-U: Intro to Landscape Lighting Workshop

February 17, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
NJLCA Headquarters – Elmwood Park, NJ
Date: February 17th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm / Snow Date: February 19
Elevate your lighting know-how with this comprehensive, hands-on introduction to landscape lighting. Designed for contractors, designers, and field staff looking to strengthen their foundational knowledge, this full-day workshop breaks down the essential principles you need to design, install, and troubleshoot lighting systems with confidence.
Participants will learn:

Core design principles that bring outdoor spaces to life
Product applications and how to select the right fixtures for every project
Voltage drop fundamentals and how to avoid common performance issues
Wire splicing techniques for safe, reliable connections
Wire and transformer sizing to ensure proper system function and longevity
The basic building blocks that set the stage for advanced lighting design

Whether you’re new to lighting or looking to sharpen your skills, this class delivers practical, real-world training you can apply immediately in the field.
Join us for an informative, interactive day that will help you illuminate your clients’ landscapes with clarity and confidence!

About Our Speaker:
David Beausoleil is the President and Founder of CAST Lighting, a landscape lighting manufacturer with distribution throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Mr. Beausoleil has over forty years of experience in low-voltage landscape lighting and twenty-plus years as a lighting manufacturer, with a strong track record in developing new products for the industry. Mr. Beausoleil introduced the revolutionary solid bronze product line in the early 2000s, holds over fifteen patents, and has become a recognized authority on landscape lighting and lighting technology.
Mr. Beausoleil, working hands-on with contractors, developed lighting seminars covering the art, design, installation, and science of landscape lighting. He has experience in public speaking, presenting at several trade shows and association seminars, over the past 27 years. Mr. Beausoleil has continued to teach the yearly Rutgers University course, Landscape Lighting: A Practical Approach, as well as other security, design, and installation courses throughout the country.
In 2009, Mr. Beausoleil developed the first security lighting system designed specifically for the perimeter fence line. He wrote a book on perimeter security lighting, which is an extensive in-depth study concerning the human eye, LED technology, and many considerations to consider when lighting for security. The fence-mounted CAST Perimeter® security product line won “The Most Innovative Product of the Year” and the “Best Product in the Security” category at the 2012 Lightfair International, the world’s largest lighting trade show.
Mr. Beausoleil began his career in 1982, working with his family at Aquarius Supply, an irrigation and landscape distributor in northern New Jersey. While there, he ran the marketing and sales divisions for several years. He also obtained his CID for Irrigation Design for residential and commercial irrigation systems and subsequently left in 2000 to start Cast Lighting LLC.
Mr. Beausoleil attended Northeastern University from 1984 to 1989 and majored in Business Management. He graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1983.
David is married to his high school sweetheart, JoAnn. They reside in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and have two grown children. He believes in giving back and is active with various charities, including Smile Train, USO, Freedom Alliance, and Wounded Warriors. In his spare time, David enjoys everything outdoors and frequently visits the Adirondack Mountains, where he spends time fishing, cooking, and exploring with family and friends.

Landscape New Jersey Trade Show and Conference
2026-02-26 08:00 - 15:30 | Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
“GIANT” News at Landscape New Jersey 2026 Trade Show & Conference

Get ready to join Landscape New Jersey in welcoming our Keynote Speaker, Retired NY Football Giants Super Bowl XXI co-captain George Martin, to discuss Striving for Excellence!
Plus:
All credits for class approved – see classes and credits here

Tony Defeo's NJLCA Pizza Night
2026-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Knights of Columbus, 79 Pascack Road, Washington Township, NJ, 07676, United States
🍕🎉 A FUN Evening at the Tony DeFeo Annual Pizza Night – Sponsored by NJLCA!
🎉🍕 Join your fellow green industry pros for a relaxed, fun-filled night featuring: ✅ Unlimited pizza 🍺 Beer, wine & soda ☕ Coffee, tea & dessert 🎁 Fun prizes 🤝 Great networking with your colleagues.
After more than 50 years, this will be the final Tony DeFeo Annual Pizza Night — don’t miss your chance to be part of it!
📅 Friday, April 10th at 6:30 PM
📍 Knights of Columbus – Washington Twp., NJ
Let’s celebrate, connect, and make this last Pizza Night one to remember. 🍕
Register Here

NJLCA's April 2026 Member Meeting at Al D.'s in Fairview
2026-04-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Al D. Landscape Supply, 174 Sedore Ave., Fairview, NJ, 07022, United States
Join us on Thursday, April 16th at 6:00 PM at Al D. Landscaping, Tree and Garden Supply in Fairview, NJ.
Join us for a great evening of food, networking and “What Every Contractor Needs to Know to Avoid Fines, Theft and Legal Headaches”.
We’ll talk about traffic stops, DOT and roadside compliance, jobsite safety and theft prevention and preparing for jobsite injuries.

FIFA World Cup Semifinals Watch Party
2026-07-14 15:00 - 19:00 | NJLCA, 465 Mola Blvd, Suite 2, Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 07407, United States
NJLCA’s FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals Watch Party!
Join fellow NJLCA members for an exciting FIFA Semifinal Watch Party on July 14th in Elmwood Park!
We’ll be gathering to watch a FIFA Semifinal match live on a jumbo screen while enjoying great food and plenty of soccer excitement.
What to Expect:
• Live FIFA Semifinal match broadcast on a jumbo screen
• Networking with NJLCA members, colleagues, and friends
• Complimentary food and soft drinks (BYOB)
This is an exclusive member-only event for NJLCA members and their employees. Wear your favorite team colors and join us for an afternoon of soccer, food, and networking!

NJLCA/NJNLA 2nd Annual Combined Meeting & Car Show
2026-07-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Barton Nurseries, 949 New Durham Rd, Edison, New Jersey, 08817, United States
Join NJLCA and NJNLA on July 23rd at 6:00 pm at Barton Nurseries for a Combined Member Meeting.
Don’t wait until you’re stopped roadside to find out you’re out of compliance. Learn what inspectors look for, how to avoid costly violations, and what steps you can take to keep your vehicles and drivers inspection-ready.
Join members of the New Jersey State Police, Transportation Safety Bureau, for an informative presentation on Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and what commercial vehicle operators need to know to remain compliant. The session will cover common roadside inspection requirements, documentation, vehicle safety standards, and regulatory updates that impact landscape, nursery, and other green industry businesses.
The presentation will also feature a live mock “Level II” roadside inspection, providing attendees with a practical look at what inspectors evaluate during an actual stop. Attendees will gain valuable insights into preparing vehicles, drivers, and paperwork to meet federal requirements and avoid violations.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own antique, classic, or specialty vehicles to participate in the car show.

NJLCA Demo Day / NJCSE
2026-08-05 09:00 - 15:00 | County College of Morris, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, 07869, United States

NJLCA 2026 Golf Challenge
2026-10-14 08:00 - 16:00 | Farmstead Golf & Country Club, 88 Lawrence Road, Lafayette, NJ, 07848, United States
Thank you to our sponsors!
