Free Educational Classes
Education and outreach is a key component of Upper Trinity’s Water Conservation and Watershed Protection programs. Upper Trinity provides educational resources in a variety of formats, such as virtual and in-person classes (Water Talks) and how-to videos.
Join us during these events to increase your knowledge of irrigation, landscaping and watershed protection to help save water, money, and protect water quality. Below is a listing of past and upcoming educational opportunities that residents are encouraged to take part in.
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Upcoming Classes
Water Talk: Lawn Care 101
Join us for an informative class presented by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Upper Trinity Regional Water District focused on lawn care best practices that promote healthier landscapes while reducing unnecessary water use.  Attendees will learn practical tips on effective outdoor watering strategies and how to manage different grass types, including when to fertilize. Attendees will also learn about alternative options for shady areas.
Lawn Care 101 will be offered from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at the three different locations and dates listed below.
Providence Village Town Hall (1755 Main Street
Providence Village, TX 76227) – June 9
Lantana Fresh Water Supply District Board Room (2650 FM 407 E Suite 125, Bartonville TX 76226) – June 17
Corinth City Hall Council Chambers (3300 Corinth Pkwy, Corinth TX 76208) – June 23
Lawn Care 101 will also be hosted by the Flower Mound Public Library on July 16th from 7 – 8 pm.
Flower Mound Public Library is located at 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound TX 75022
Register here for the Flower Mound class since this is part of their Environmental Speaker Series.
Registration opens June 25th.
Water Talk: Irrigation 101
Join us for an informative, hands-on class presented by the Upper Trinity Regional Water District (UTRWD) focused on practical ways to save water and money while maintaining a healthy landscape. UTRWD will explore the importance of water conservation, with a special focus on outdoor watering, the largest source of residential water use. Participants will learn effective watering strategies, seasonal timing tips, and lawn care best practices that promote healthier landscapes while reducing unnecessary water use.
Irrigation 101 is hosted by the Flower Mound Public Library on June 18th from 7 – 8 pm.
Flower Mound Public Library is located at 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound TX 75022
Greener Horizons Class Series: Water Conservation
Date / Time: July 11, 2026 from 9 am to 12 pm
Location: Greater Denton Arts Council, 400 E. Hickory St, Denton
Join the Denton County Master Gardeners for the Greener Horizons class series featuring two guest speakers:
Blake Alldredge, Upper Trinity Regional Water District, “Water Under Pressure: Conservation in a Rapidly Growing North Texasâ€
Dean Minchillo, Urban Water Program Specialist, Agrilife, “Best Practices for North Texas Landscapesâ€.
The event is free of charge and no registration is required. The Master Gardeners will also have rain barrel demonstrations & door prize!
Water Talk: Native Plants 101
Discover how native plants can transform your landscape into a beautiful, sustainable, and low-maintenance outdoor space. In this Water Talk, you’ll learn about the many benefits of using native plants in North Texas, including water conservation, improved wildlife habitat, and support for pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds.
We’ll cover key landscape design principles to help you choose the right plants for the right place, considering factors such as sunlight, shade, soil conditions, and plant spacing. In addition, we’ll discuss the best ways to work with homeowners associations (HOAs), including the importance of obtaining approval before installation and understanding your rights when incorporating native landscaping into your property.
Native Plants 101 will be offered from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at the three different locations and dates listed below.
Providence Village Town Hall (1755 Main Street
Providence Village, TX 76227) – July 22
Lantana Fresh Water Supply District Board Room (2650 FM 407 E Suite 125, Bartonville TX 76226) – July 29
Corinth City Hall Council Chambers (3300 Corinth Pkwy, Corinth TX 76208) – August 5
Past Classes
Smart Irrigation
Water Talk: How to Check Your Sprinklers and Easy DIY Repairs
Water Talk: How to Thrive During Watering Restrictions
Water Talk: Smart Irrigation Technology
Water Talk: Drip Irrigation
Water Talk: Program Your Controller to Save Water
Lawn Care
March 1, 2023 – Water Talk: Lawn Care Basics (Dr. Becky Bowling, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension)
This program focuses on managing landscapes with the big picture in mind. Attendees are encouraged to think about how practices such as watering, fertilization, and pesticide applications can affect water and the environment in their local communities and beyond. Leave empowered to make a difference with your own little piece of Texas.
November 8, 2023 – Water Talk: Winter is Coming – Are Your Sprinklers Ready? (Blake Alldredge, UTRWD)
UTRWD provided tips on how to prepare your sprinklers and home for the winter, including turning off sprinklers until the spring and insulating outdoor faucets and sprinkler components. UTRWD also discussed ways to save water indoors and protect your plumbing during the holidays.
Native Plants
Water Talk: Encouraging Native Plants in HOA Landscapes
Getting Started with Native Plants
Water Talk: Pollinator Gardening from the Ground Up
Soil and Plant Care
Water Talk: Building Healthy Soil with Amendments
Water Talk: Compost, Soil & Mulch
Water Talk: Pruning for Success