2026 Trout Friendly Landscaper / business Certification

 
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Get certified NOW through May 15, 2026!

It's that time again — your annual Trout Friendly Landscaper Certification is just around the corner! This year, we're excited to offer the certification virtually, making it easier than ever to certify (or re-certify) as a Trout Friendly certified landscaper or business.

The Trout Friendly Lawns program was launched in 2018 to help our community maintain beautiful lawns and gardens while protecting our waterways from nutrient pollution. This year's virtual certification will cover  topics such as water conservation, pesticide application and monitoring efforts in Teton County, the challenges and opportunities of working with native plants, and more.

If you are a business that DOES NOT offer landscaping services, please visit our Residential page to become certified. 

HOW IT WORKS

Complete a short video series and quiz online at your own pace. You must pass the quiz with at least 80% to receive certification. This certification period is April 15 - May 15, 2026, so you'll have a full month to complete it on your own schedule, for FREE. As a part of the online certification, you will also need to fill out a Trout Friendly Lawns Business Partnership Agreement.

Program Benefits:

  • Free Trout Friendly Learning Material - videos and learning materials

  • Your business website/social media link be included on Teton Conservation District’s website.

  • Annual press release announcing Trout Friendly Landscaper & Business Partners, ad run in the JH News & Guide, and sponsored post in Buckrail.

  • Access to communications packages (i.e. brochures, magnets, stickers, etc.) to help you educate employees and clients on Trout Friendly practices.

  • Use of Trout Friendly logo, branding, etc. on your website/social media to advertise your business as Trout Friendly.

There is no fee to become a Trout Friendly Certified Landscaper or Business Partner. Certification is maintained each year by completing the Trout Friendly Lawns Certification. Once certified, branding materials are available for purchase at cost.

Program Requirements:

  • View the certification material and complete the quiz ONCE PER YEAR.

  • Pledge to implement Basic or Gold Trout Friendly practices on properties seeking Trout Friendly services. Aim to implement on as many properties as possible.

  • Please email your logo and URL to cam@tetonconservation.org by May 22, 2026 to be included in our website list and local ads.

  • Promote the Trout Friendly Lawns program with your client base or membership.

  • Encourage clients who have Trout Friendly Lawns to each individually certify by going to www.tetonconservation.org/trout-friendly-lawns.