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Course Details
Course Name: Park Liability and Park Plants
Course Code: AL0904WA23
Date of Most Recent Offering: March 9, 2023
Course Overview
This class is part of the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program.
In this online class, sports field expert Scott Bills will discuss your responsibilities, your liability, and how to stay out of the courtroom – also, the best way to be prepared should you end up in litigation. Later, horticulturist Steve Kristoph will discuss some of the best plants that can be used in a park setting as well as some of the ones to avoid.
Who Should Attend?
This class is intended for professionals who work in parks and related settings.
Meet Your Instructors
Scott Bills, Sports Field Solutions, LLC
Bio coming soon!
Steve Kristoph, Steven Kristoph Nursery

Steve Kristoph is widely known for his encyclopedic knowledge of plant material. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees in horticulture from Rutgers University, and he has been an adjunct instructor at Rutgers for more than 25 years. He also owns and operates Steven Kristoph Nursery in Monmouth County, NJ, where he grows many types of ornamental trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials. The landscaping division of his business, P. Steven Kristoph Garden Design, serves both residential and commercial customers and offers a full range of services, including design, installation, maintenance and seasonal color. Steve is passionate about plants and enjoys sharing his passion with others.
Continuing Education Credits
The most recent offering of Park Liability and Park Plants was approved for the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.
New Jersey
NJ Certified Public Works Managers (CPWM): 3 Management and 3.5 Technical CEUs (DLGS Course #16396)
Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!
If you have any questions about Park Liability and Park Plants, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Program Coordinator: Joe Canzano
848-932-7317
joe.canzano@rutgers.edu
For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.