Safety is an important issue for landscape companies, but even for the most well-intentioned businesses it can be a challenge to keep the team focused on following best practices every day. To maintain that focus, companies like Zak George Landscaping (ZGL) make safety part of their culture.

On April 22, 2016, ALCC carried on its Day of Service tradition, held each year on Earth Day, with service projects in three chapters. But this year, the chapters added a new dimension to the projects by working with area schools to create living classrooms for the next generation of the industry. In addition to the environmental benefits of Day of Service, and the beautification of the community that the gardens provide, these projects have created ongoing learning opportunities for youth.