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SUMMARY:"Spring Fling" online auction
DESCRIPTION:Online auction supporting the 2026 Native Plant “Rendezvous”\nApril 20 – May 11\nTo let everyone have a chance to be a part of our annual fundraiser\, we’re hosting an online auction with a variety of items from generous donors. From artwork\, to gear\, to Montana experiences – pick your favorites and bid generously! \n\nRed Ants Pants Foundation\nXanterra’s Yellowstone Park Lodges\nBlake Nursery\nREI Co-op\nPatagonia\nSharon Eversman\nAllison Rognlie\nJanet & John Winnie\nJeff Copeland\nCharlene Beaudry\nJulie Rognlie\nOboz Footwear\nChico Hotsprings\nJ Bar L Ranch\nAmerican Prairie\nSauce Headware\n\nThank you for your support. All proceeds go to furthering our shared mission of preserving\, conserving\, and studying Montana’s native plants and plant communities.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/spring-fling-online-auction/
LOCATION:Bidding Owl – online\, PO Box 1531\, Gaylord\, Michigan\, 49734
CATEGORIES:Online auction
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
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SUMMARY:LeBeau RNA lichens - near Stryker
DESCRIPTION:LeBeau RNA & Lichens – Stryker\nSaturday\, May 2 at 9:30 am\nDr. Toby Spribille will lead a walk through this geologically complex Research Natural Area\, featuring steep cliffs\, humid grand-fir forests and Pacific-yew-filled ravines. The walk will include an introduction to basic concepts of lichen identification and biology\, and highlight some of the rare and unusual species of the Lebeau RNA. \nWe’ve reached our limit of 15 people\, so sorry\, we’re full as of 4/12/2026.\nContact is Joe Rizzi at 406-334-9583 or joefloriz@gmail.com
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/lebeau-rna-lichens-near-stryker/
LOCATION:LaBeau RNA – near Olney
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T140202Z
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SUMMARY:Flathead Forestry Expo plant ID - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Flathead Forestry Expo plant ID station – C Falls\nMonday thru Friday\, May 4 to 8\nHelp share the joy of plant identification and appreciation with 5th graders from the Flathead Valley. \nVolunteer to spend a half-day guiding students in a prepared\, activity-based lesson. You will be partnered with an experienced presenter. \nContact Tad Wehunt at 406-758-5280 or william.wehunt@usda.gov for more information or to sign up.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/flathead-forestry-expo-plant-id-columbia-falls/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Plant ID station
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20250709T215713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T221034Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Conservation & Endangered Species Conference - Saskatoon\, SK
DESCRIPTION:14th Prairie Conservation & Endangered Species Conference\, May 5-7\, 2026 in Saskatoon\, SK\, Canada\nEvent theme is “Diversity: Key to Resilience.”  Key features include keynote speakers\, break-out sessions\, a trade show and a poster sessions. A variety of pre-event workshops are also available to offer hands-on learning. A banquet and conservation awards ceremony will be a highlight. \nHeld every three years since 1986\, this is the premier conference for scientists\, landowners\, consultants\, educators\, nature enthusiasts\, land managers\, and others to share information and new approaches to conservation\, agriculture and protection of prairie landscapes and native species.  This event is hosted by the Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan. \nCall for presentation and poster abstracts is open! \nDeadline is December 10th : https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/T5WQ6R8\nConference topics include:\n\nConservation through restoring disturbance regimes\nSustainable agriculture\nCross-boundary conservation\nSpecies recovery efforts\nSpecies at Risk policy\nReintroduction & population augmentation\nConservation practitioners: recruitment\, retention and burnout\nPopulation monitoring\nHuman impacts on prairie species\nFulfilling the United Nations Declaration Act on the rights of Indigenous Peoples in conservation\nIndigenous communities and species at risk\nDiversity & Resilience\n\nThe Early-bird Registration Deadline is February 12th\, 2026 at https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/prairie-conservation-and-endangered-species-conference\nCall for Nominations for the Prairie Conservation Awards\, deadline is February 22 https://prairiecesc.ca/awards/prairie-conservation-awards.aspx \nCall for Applications for the Young Professional Stewardship Grant\, deadline is February 22 https://prairiecesc.ca/awards/young-professional-stewardship-grant.aspx
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/prairie-conservation-endangered-species-conference-saskatoon-sk/
LOCATION:TCU Place – Saskatoon\, SK\, #35 22 Street East\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, S7K 0C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan":MAILTO:pcap@sasktel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
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SUMMARY:Milltown State Park - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Milltown State Park\, Deer Creek Road (Missoula)\nThursday\, May 7 – 5:30 pm\nAs part of National Wildflower week\, Clare Beelman will be leading the annual walk through the Milltown state park. Clare has led this trip for several years and knows the area and plants very well\, providing an informative look at these habitats. The trip starts in Douglas-fir forest and meanders down to the Clark Fork River riparian habitat below. The hike will be on gravel trails with some single-track sections and one short steeper descent\, and then the climb back. Please contact Clare at clare.beelman@gmail.com to sign up and for more information.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/milltown-state-park-missoula/
LOCATION:Milltown State Park – Missoula\, 7363 Juniper Dr\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802
CATEGORIES:Field trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T140042Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia Mtn early blooms - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Columbia Mountain Trail – C Falls\nThursday\, May 7 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm\nJoin Tara Carolin for an early season walk through diverse habitats to see species that occur in the inland rainforest as well as on dry rocky slopes. We hope to find early-season blooms\, including shooting stars\, glacier lilies\, serviceberry and more beauties to be discovered. \nThe trail is moderately difficult\, about one mile round-trip with 300 feet elevation gain. This walk is limited to 12 participants with registration required & walking sticks recommended. \nTo register\, contact Tara at montara96@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/columbia-mtn-early-blooms-columbia-falls/
LOCATION:Columbia Mountain Trail – Columbia Falls\, Columbia Falls\, MT\, 59912
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T194253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T135843Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia Mtn garden tour - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Columbia Mountain Garden Tour – C Falls\nThursday\, May 14\, 6 pm to 8 pm\nJoin Forestoration\, Inc. on their third annual tour of a private residence that has been transformed into a beautiful and diverse landscape with hundreds of species and thousands of plants. Learn about the process\, from soil health\, landscape design principles\, plant selection\, irrigation\, and maintenance. \nCome see both native and non-native early-season blooms and experience why this garden is truly one-of-a-kind in the Flathead Valley! \nTour limited to 25 people. People are asked to sign up by emailing shiva@forestoration.com. The location will be disclosed after registration is complete.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/10690/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260104T184815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T234426Z
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SUMMARY:Spring potluck - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Clark Fork chapter Spring potluck – Pineview Park Pavilion just west of Rattlesnake School\nThursday May 14\, 6:30 pm\nOur Spring Potluck will be held at the Pineview Park Pavilion in the Upper Rattlesnake off of Rattlesnake Drive\, just west of Rattlesnake School. \nBring your own plate\, utensils and a dish to share. No alcohol please. \nCall Peter at 406-728-8740 for directions.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/spring-potluck-missoula/
LOCATION:Pineview Park – Missoula\, 1010 Pineview Drive\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802
CATEGORIES:Social gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T194908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T234306Z
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SUMMARY:Beardance Trail - Bigfork
DESCRIPTION:Phillips/Beardance Trail on Crane Mountain\n9 am on Friday\, May 15\, near Bigfork\nJoin Pat Jaquith to hike up to 6 miles on Trail #373 over varied terrain with a great assortment of colorful wildflowers. There are some steep sections\, but we’ll be rewarded with great views of Flathead Lake. \nBring water\, lunch\, and be prepared for a good hike! Meet at 9 am at the trailhead on the west side of Route 35. Limited to 12 participants. For more information and to sign up\, contact Pat at pjaquith07@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/10694/
LOCATION:Beardance Trail on Crane Mountain – Bigfork\, 23184 Montana Hiway 35\, Bigfork\, MT\, 59911
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260423T233823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T234630Z
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SUMMARY:Mountain Bikes & Blooms - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Bikes & Blooms Missoula \nFriday\, May 15 – 5:30 pm \nJoin us on for an evening mountain-bike ride to enjoy peak spring blooms! We’ll meet at 5:30 pm at Big Sky Bikes and bike to the Lincoln Hills-Mt. Jumbo trailhead. Or meet us at the Mt. Jumbo Trailhead around 6 pm. We plan to explore about 5-to-10 miles of singletrack trails and doubletrack gravel with some significant climbs (intermediate skill level required). The route from the trailhead will depend on group consensus and ambition. We’ll make a few stops to check out native plants and habitats along the way. Bring your curiosity\, bike\, water\, and snacks – we’ll bring the plant nerdery!
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/mountain-bikes-blooms-missoula/
LOCATION:Mount Jumbo/Lincoln Hills trailhead – Missoula\, Lincoln Hills Drive\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mountain Bike Ride
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T204529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T134343Z
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SUMMARY:Hike the Hogback - Paradise Valley
DESCRIPTION:Paradise Valley – Hiking the Hogback\nSaturday\, May 16\nClimb the ridge trail atop this prominent geological feature on private land. The south face of this steep\, knife-edged ridge hosts rocky\, xeric plant communities\, while the north side supports coniferous forest and associated understory plants. \nTo sign up\, contact leader Gretchen Rupp at beesgrmt@gmail.com or 406-586-8363 – don’t hesitate to leave a message.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/hike-the-hogback-paradise-valley/
LOCATION:Paradise Valley “Hogback” – Livingston
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T205136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T234124Z
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SUMMARY:Old Hiway 2 trail - Libby
DESCRIPTION:Libby – Old Highway 2 trail\nSaturday\, May 16\nThis low-elevation trail meanders through a mixed forested basin with minimal elevation gain\, perfect for a relaxed outing. Along the way\, we’ll explore the diversity of native and non-native plants\, with a special focus on identifying spring wildflowers in bloom. \nThe easy 2-to-3-mile trail offers beautiful views overlooking the Kootenai River Valley and the southern end of the Purcell Mountains. \nContact Pat McLeod at pat_mcleod@yahoo.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/old-hiway-2-trail-libby/
LOCATION:Old Hiway 2 Trail – Libby\, Libby\, Montana\, 59923
CATEGORIES:Field trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T195246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T231337Z
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SUMMARY:Lion Creek spring wildflowers - Condon
DESCRIPTION:Lion Creek trail – Condon\nSaturday\, May 16\, 9:30 am in the Swan Valley\nTake an easy hike up the Lion Creek Trail to view spring wildflowers with plant ecologist Maria Mantas. We’ll visit open forests\, shrubfields\, and bedrock plant communities. \nCall Maria at 406-407-2045 for more information\, to reserve a spot\, and inquire about carpooling opportunities.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/lion-creek-spring-wildflowers-condon/
LOCATION:Lion Creek trail – Condon
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260424T144925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T150745Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Botany Survey for Clustered Lady Slipper
DESCRIPTION:Citizen Botany Revisit Survey for Clustered Lady Slipper – St. Regis \nSunday May 17 – 9 am to 2 pm\nAre you curious about becoming a Citizen Botanist? Or already participating and want to join a group effort? Join Botanists Erynn McNeill and Ecologist & Clark Fork Chapter President Teagan Hayes on a rare plant site revisit to a Clustered Lady Slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum) population near St. Regis. Erynn and Teagan will guide you through a Citizen Botany survey to collect population data from a site that hasn’t been surveyed in over 30 years! Please bring snacks and water\, and be prepared for inclement weather and bushwhacking on various terrain. Meet in St. Regis\, or carpooling from Missoula may be an option. Please contact erynnmcneill@gmail.com to RSVP and for more information.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/citizen-botany-survey-for-clustered-lady-slipper/
LOCATION:St Regis\, MT\, Saint Regis\, MT\, 59866\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195656Z
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SUMMARY:Cedar Flats Trails - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 19\, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm\nColumbia Falls – Cedar Flats Trails\nLearn about forest plants and hunt for wildflowers on in our backyard\, just north of town. The terrain is gentle\, and our journey will be less than two miles. \nLimit 12 people. Contact Rachel Potter at jrepotter@gmail.com to reserve a spot\, find out where to meet\, and for last-minute changes.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/cedar-flats-trails-columbia-falls/
LOCATION:Cedar Flats trails – Columbia Falls\, Columbia Falls\, MT\, 59912
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T205619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T231209Z
UID:10745-1779494400-1779580799@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Berray Mountain - Noxon
DESCRIPTION:Berray Mountain – Noxon\nSaturday\, May 23\nThis walk goes through a number of plant communities as you gain elevation. Last year\, more than 35 species were recorded in bloom! Total distance of hike will depend on snow and the group’s energy. \nModerate\, 4 miles total\, elevation gain about 1\,800 feet. \nContact Eric Dickinson at ericdickinson99@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/10745/
LOCATION:Berray Mountain – Noxon\, Noxon\, Montana\, 59853
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T200027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T200052Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia Mtn evening wildflowers - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 25\, 6 pm to 8:30 pm\nColumbia Falls – Columbia Mountain Trail\nJoin Ellen Horowitz for a 2½-hour evening wildflower walk. We’ll travel through a variety of habitat types\,  from moist forests to dry\, open slopes. Expect an easy pace with lots of stops to view big\, bold blossoms like balsamroot\, and less conspicuous beauties that include orchids and mitreworts. \nThe trail is moderately difficult\, about one mile round-trip with 300 feet elevation gain. This walk is limited to 12 participants with registration required & walking sticks recommended. \nPlease contact Ellen at horowitz@centurytel.net to register. Be sure to include your phone number when registering.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/10707/
LOCATION:Columbia Mountain Trail – Columbia Falls\, Columbia Falls\, MT\, 59912
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260430T215334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T220746Z
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SUMMARY:“Butte Tough” Flora - Butte
DESCRIPTION:“Butte Tough” Flora\nMay 26 at  6 pm – Butte\nWe’ll visit several heavy-metal-contaminated sites around Butte to examine native plant species that have adapted to thrive under extreme soil conditions. We’ll assess metal concentrations in soils and associated plant species\, providing real-time insight into the contamination levels these plants are tolerating. For more information and to register\, contact Karen Porter at 406-498-9728 or karenwporter44@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/butte-tough-flora-butte/
LOCATION:Butte\, MT\, Butte\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T210026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T225723Z
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SUMMARY:White Pine Creek orchids - Trout Creek
DESCRIPTION:White Pine Creek – Trout Creek\nSaturday\, May 30\nModerate walking for less than a half-mile — there’s no trail to follow and it’s a bit brushy. But once we arrive\, we’ll find some rather uncommon orchids. \nBased on where people are traveling from\, we may carpool from Libby or just meet up in Trout Creek. \nContact Kat Thomas at katthomas0316@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/white-pine-creek-orchids-trout-creek/
LOCATION:White Pine Creek – S Trout Creek\, Trout Creek\, Montana\, 59874
CATEGORIES:Field trip,Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T222236Z
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SUMMARY:Loon Lake conservation easement - Polson
DESCRIPTION:Loon Lake Ranch – Polson\nSaturday\, May 30\, 9:30 am\nJoin us while we explore intact intermountain grasslands on the largest conservation easement in northwest Montana. Loon Lake Ranch is more than 15\,000 acres recently conserved by the Montana Land Reliance. \nLed by Mark Schiltz of the Reliance and plant ecologist Maria Mantas. \nCall Maria at 406-407-2045 to reserve a spot and inquire about carpooling opportunities.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/loon-lake-conservation-easement-polson/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T222139Z
UID:10716-1780218000-1780228800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Bumblebee Atlas training - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Bumble Bee Atlas Training – Columbia Falls\nSunday\, May 31\, 9 am to noon\nTo kick off Bumble Bee Atlas field season\, join Michelle Toshack of the Montana Bumblebee Atlas\, and Tabitha Graves of USGS\, for the Columbia Falls field day only about 10 minutes outside of town.  We will practice catching\, photographing\, and releasing bumble bees. \nThis is a great way to practice the protocol if you’re a new volunteer\, or if you want a refresher. Participating in the atlas program is fun and a great way to learn more about interactions between native plants and these incredible animals. \nRegister for the event here: bumblebeeatlas.org/pages/events. We’ll meet at the Super 1 Foods in Columbia Falls. \nContact Tabitha Graves at 406-589-6645 or tgraves@usgs.gov with questions.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/10716/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Workshop/class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T210547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T222034Z
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SUMMARY:Bitterroots at Gopher Hill - Libby
DESCRIPTION:Bitterroots at Gopher Hill – Libby\nSaturday\, June 6\nWe’ll walk on a road and through a number of rocky openings on the way to viewing Montana’s state flower. These shallow soils areas always hold a variety of spring flowers\, with excellent views of Lake Koocanusa as well. \nModerate\, 4 miles.  Contact Jon Reny at jreny@kvis.net or 406-334-0459.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/bitterroots-at-gopher-hill-libby/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Field trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T202602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221938Z
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SUMMARY:Black Lake - Eureka
DESCRIPTION:Tobacco Valley – Black Lake\nSaturday\, June 6\, 9:30 am\nA saunter through the Tobacco Plains to look for bitterroot\, milkweed and other grassland species. \nMeet at the Historical Village in Eureka. Call Joe Rizzi at 406-334-9583 for more information and to reserve a spot.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/black-lake-eureka/
LOCATION:Black Lake – Rexford\, Rexford\, MT\, 59930
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T203330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221248Z
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SUMMARY:Lubec Hills trail wildflowers - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Lubec Hills trail wildflowers – carpool from Columbia Falls\nThursday\, June 18\, 9 am to 5 pm\nEnjoy the magnificent views and prolific wildflower displays of the Lubec Lake Trail system east of Glacier National Park. Be prepared for the weather\, and to hike frin 3 to 4 miles with considerable elevation gain. \nMeet at the Columbia Heights/Route 206 Park-&-Ride area. Bring lunch and hiking poles. \nThis trip is limited to 12 participants. For more information or to sign up contact Pat Jaquith at pjaquith07@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/lubec-hills-trail-wildflowers-columbia-falls/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260203T235358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T220847Z
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SUMMARY:Weed Rodeo - Middle Fork of Flathead River
DESCRIPTION:River Weed Rodeo on Middle Fork of the Flathead River\nJune 26\, 2026 – starting at 9 am\nGroups will have a full day of rafting with one of the four commercial raft companies or by joining the group of private boaters. Along the way\, we’ll stop to listen to a short educational talk on noxious weeds led by a local weed expert. \nAll participants need to bring leather gloves for hand-pulling weeds. \nThe Middle Fork of the Flathead is a beautiful free flowing river that is protected by the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The native plants and animals on the river corridor would appreciate your help. \nEmail riverweedrodeo@gmail.com to sign up or visit River Weed Rodeo website for more information.  Spots fill up\, so book early!
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/weed-rodeo-middle-fork-of-flathead-river/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Work trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Rivers Alliance":MAILTO:info@FlatheadRivers.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20250309T210639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T225221Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual meeting - near Butte
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 annual membership meeting\, aka “rendezvous\,” will take place on June 26-28\, 2026\, at Homestake Lodge on the Continental Divide.  The lodge is a private inholding on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest.  The closest place that looks like a community is Pipestone at the eastern base of the pass — Homestake Pass is the one on I-90 with Butte to the west. \nThere are beds in the lodge for about 20 people\, there was a lodging auction for the yurt & cabins\, there are camping & RV spaces aplenty\, but no RV hookups.  More info to come … \nValley of Flowers chapter is hosting\, & they’ve named it “Botany on the Batholith.”
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/2026-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Homestake Lodge – near Whitehall\, 530 Upper Radar Creek Road\, Whitehall\, MT\, 59759
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260728T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053855
CREATED:20260407T204117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T213952Z
UID:10733-1785225600-1785517200@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Collect native seed & ID grasses - location TBD
DESCRIPTION:Native Seed Collecting and Grass ID workshops\nLast week of July\, TIME  & Location TBD\nMark Majerus will be teaching. \nContact Rachael Potter for info at jrepotter@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/collect-native-seed-id-grasses-location-unknown/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Workshop/class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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