Here are some September and October events that you may be interested in
Be sure to check out our Facebook page for info on online events that are native plant related but not hosted by our chapter. We share them on our Facebook page as we hear about them so visit our page often to see what opportunities are out there.
Wild Ones (National) Photo Contest
Entry period is September 1, 2020 – November 1, 2020
Members check your email from National from August 12th with the subject” Wild Ones August Update” for the details of the contest and how to enter.
Our chapter has had some past winners!
Missouri Prairie Foundation Native Plant Sale
Saturday, September 12, 2020 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
The Basics of Tree ID with Mark Grueber
Presented by the St. Charles and St. Louis Master Gardener Speaker Series
September 16, 2020 6:00 PM
A community forester develops urban tree planting and community forest plans, responds to requests for assistance with insect and disease problems, makes recommendations for building around trees and selection of tree species for plantings, works with Forest ReLeaf and Forest Keepers region wide, promotes National Arbor Day and Tree City USA programs, certifies champion trees, and responds to commercial, industrial, and utility requests for assistance with tree management, among other duties.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://umsystem.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqdeCurz8vHNbt3TsF_QMzSik21rt0rVBZ
2020 Virtual Plan It Native Conference
September 16-18, 2020
See information link for details
Open to all! Native landscapes are essential for a healthy planet. The 2020 Plan It Native Landscapes Conference, hosted by Deep Roots and its partners, will offer expert speakers and opportunities to connect with like-minded people. Sessions include inspiring case studies, information on best practices, and experts sharing technical know-how on a wide variety of topics.
Wild Ones Heather Holm, presents the Bombus Among Us – Bumble Bee Basics
September 24, 2020 6:30 PM CST
You are invited to the fall Wild Ones Honorary Director webinar “The Bombus Among Us – Bumble Bee Basics” by Biologist, Heather Holm. Join us on Thursday, September 24 at 6:30 pm CST/7:30 pm EST. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up for this free program soon!
Use this link to register for this Zoom presentation through Eventbrite: https://buff.ly/3gsOXeX
2020 Native Plant Expo and Sale
Saturday, October 3, 2020 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
You can shop on-site or place a pre-order with any of the retailers for pick-up on-site.
