Stormwater BMP Maintenance Training 2026

Join us for a hands-on, outdoor training series focused on the real-world maintenance of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs).

These interactive, 2-hour sessions are designed for industry professionals who want to strengthen their understanding of how to properly inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot critical stormwater systems. Participants will gain practical field experience working directly with systems such as Permeable pavement, Stormwater detention system, and Bioretention areas, along with other green infrastructure practices. All trainings begin at 9am and run through 11am. Registration for each training will open up approximately 30 days prior to the training date.

2026 Workshop Schedule 

• April 15: Forest Park
• May 20: Brentwood Park
• June 17: Wells Fargo in downtown St. Louis
• October 21: Indian Meadows Park in Olivette
• November 19: location TBD

April 15, 2026  Stormwater BMP Workshop in Forest Park

This session will focus on how bioretention and bio basins function to capture and treat stormwater runoff. Participants will learn to identify key components, from engineered soils and vegetation to inlet and overflow structures and understand how each part supports system performance. Hands-on topics will include plant cutbacks, soil management, and replanting strategies to keep basins functioning effectively and looking their best.  This class will be led by Laura Bell, horticulturist with Forest Park Forever.

Location in Forest Park: We will meet on Clayton Avenue, on the south side of Jefferson Lake, near the entrances to the Planetarium and Highlands Golf and Tennis Facility. Use this pinned location to navigate to the meetup spot. https://maps.app.goo.gl/SYPq7JsqEwzbYaQw9