From the Pages of the AHTA News Magazine
From AHTA News Magazine, an article on how HT and sustainability are taking root in prisons... Pacific Northwest's Sustainability in Prisons Project. To view the entire issue click here to log-in to the members only section.
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The Spring Edition of the AHTA News Magazine is now available!
The Spring Edition of the AHTA News Magazine is now available to members of the AHTA.
Highlights include:
- Pacific Northwest's Sustainability in Prisions Project
- As Evidenced By...Documenting Health Outcomes
- Turnip and Pea...Edibles in Spring HT Gardens
- 2012 Conference Information
Log in to the Members Only section to view the Electronic Magazine which is downloadable as a PDF or available for viewing on your computer!
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Nominations are Now Being Accepted for the AHTA Board of Directors
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 - 2015 Term of the AHTA Board of Directors. Three (3) position are open on the Board. If you or someone you know is interested in running for a Director postion, log in to the Members Only section and "click" the Nominations tab for the Nomination Form and more information. For questions, please contact Martha Heinze, Executive Director at martha@ahta.org .
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2012 AHTA Annual Conference
October 5-7, 2012
Olympia, Washington
Call for Presentations!
AHTA is proud to announce that the 2012 AHTA Annual Conference will be held October 5-7, 2012 in Olympia, Washington. Olympia is located just south of Seattle, Washington and convenient to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Click here for the Request for Proposals for presentations at the Conference. (This form will NOT work with the "Safari" web browser! Use the word doc if you do not use Internet Explorer or FireFox) Registration will open in Spring of 2012. Pre-Tours will be held on Friday, Oct. 5 and the Conference Sessions will be Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 6 and 7. (Monday, Oct. 8 is Columbus Day, a federal holiday.)
Click here for a Word Doc version of the "fillable form" of the RFP.
For questions or information, please contact Martha Heinze, AHTA Executive Director at martha@ahta.org or (610)-225-2362.
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2011 Journal of Therapeutic Horticulture, Volume 2 is Now Available!
In an effort to bring our members more timely research, the AHTA will be publishing the Journal of Therapeutic Horticulture at least twice a year. Our new electronic format, while making it easier for our members to use, also allows us the flexibility to publish more often.
By logging in to your "Members Only" section you can access the Journal. Highlights include:
- Research: Growing Minds: Gardening and Parent Involvement in Elementary Schools
- Research: The Relationship between Gardening and Depression among Individuals with Disabilities
- Therapeutic Landscape and Garden Design: Pregnancy and Place: Creating Therapeutic Gardens for Maternity Care Patients
If you are not already an AHTA Member, join now and receive the Journals twice yearly!
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Give the Gift of Membership to AHTA!
Give the gift of AHTA membership or make a donation to the AHTA Annual Fund in tribute to someone!
A gift of membership will last all year long and comes with benefits such as the now twice-yearly publication of the AHTA Journal of Therapeutic Horticulture, the quarterly AHTA News and member rates for publications and meetings. Another way to support AHTA and honor someone is to make a gift to the AHTA Annual Fund in their name. Honor the memory of a loved one, celebrate the success of a friend or give the perfect gift that won't be returned!
AHTA wll send a card acknowledging your gift to the recipient. Click here to give a gift that will last all year long and supports the mission of horticulture as therapy.
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The 2011 AHTA Conference Welcomed over 170 Attendees in Asheville, NC!
The 39th Annual AHTA Conference held recently in Asheville, NC was one of the best attended in recent history. Pre-tours at the Bullington Center and CooperRiis Healing Farm kicked off the event with perfect fall weather complimenting the amazing venues.
Keynote Speaker: Sharon Young, Ph.D.
Dr. Sharon Young, Ph.D., Chief Recovery Program Officer & Clinical Psychologist at CooperRiis Healing Farm was the 2011 Conference Keynote Speaker. Dr. Young’s presentation “How to Become a Recovery Revolutionary” opened the program at the Crowne Plaza Resort. Click here to access Dr. Young's Keynote Abstract.
Conference photos and information will be available shortly. Please watch the AHTA website for more information.
AHTA Tote Bags for Sale!
 We have a limited number of Tote Bags for sale. Medium weight natural canvas with green trim and the AHTA logo on them, the canvas bags are perfect for carrying tools or books! The bags are $10 which includes shipping. Please call or email Martha Heinze at 610-225-2362 or martha@ahta.org .
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GardenLife Radio Interview
Click here to listen to a 12 minute interview that AHTA Past President Lana Dreyfuss did on the GardenLife radio show.
www.gardenlife.com
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Give the Gift That Grows
 Let’s Grow Together
This is the time of year when we say “Thank You” to our friends and loved ones. We are grateful for what we have and look for opportunities to “give back.”
Consider giving a tax deductible gift to the AHTA. No matter what the size, your gift will help us continue and improve our ability to carry out our programs, improve our opportunities for members and to promote the profession of horticultural therapy.
Click here to "Give the Gift That Grows"
Or mail a check to: AHTA, 150 South Warner Road, Suite 156, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Thank you for giving a gift that will grow!
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Growing Partners
The following Growing Partners are supporting our organization. Please go out of your way to show your appreciation.
T&L Group; 865-454-9521
Gardener's
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AHTA Position Paper Available
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Build a Raised Bed
Download a FREE instruction sheet on building a raised bed - a great activity for anyone interested in easier, more accessible gardening.
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