Landscape and Property Care
becoming proficient in grounds-care skills
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you accept students who are not enrolled in the ATI program?
- What courses or opportunities should I take part in after I finish this program to enhance my training?
- How will I be able to communicate with my family?
- How will my family be able to communicate with me?
- What type of work pants should I bring?
- How much spending money do I need to bring?
- Are some of the items on the packing list available at ALERT?
Q: What courses or opportunities should I take part in after I finish this program to enhance my training?
A: Opportunities are available for learning by staying on at the International ALERT Academy and working with our Landscape Department for a period of time.
Q: How will I be able to communicate with my family?
A: The only form of communication will be via telephone, so be sure to bring a phone card.
Q: How will my family be able to communicate with me?
A: Parents may e-mail their sons by using . In the subject line, write, “Attn: Landscape Course, (and son’s name).” Messages may also be left for sons at 903-636-2000. Mail may be sent to:
International ALERT Academy
Landscape and Property Care Course, Attn: (Son’s Name)
One Academy Blvd.
Big Sandy, TX 75755
Q: What type of work pants should I bring?
A: The pant material needs to be durable and suitable for outdoor work. To help maintain a professional appearance, we ask that no “blue jeans” be worn, but other-colored denim material is acceptable.
Q: How much spending money do I need to bring?
A: You will not need any money for items in the course, but you may want to bring some money to spend at our two stores. Our bookstore sells gifts for the whole family, as well as snacks, and the Eagle Response Outfitters (ERO) store carries a selection of equipment for camping, hiking, rappelling, SCUBA diving, and more.
Q: Are some of the items on the packing list available at ALERT?
A: We offer a variety of products at ALERT; some of which may be purchased ahead of time and held for arrival (i.e., BDUs, sleeping bag, etc.). Visit shopalert.us to see our selection of items, or call the ERO store at 903-636-2000.