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SUMMARY:CSKT Greenhouse Tour - Ronan
DESCRIPTION:CSKT Greenhouse Tour – Ronan \nTuesday\, July 7 – 10 am\nJoin Matthew Ogden for a walk through of the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes native plant greenhouses. The tour will showcase locally sourced native species grown for restoration projects within the Mission Valley and throughout Montana. \nPlease register at https://volunteersignup.org/EQ4AJ or email gunnerdavies@live.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/11673/
LOCATION:CSKT greenhouse\, 104 Main St\, Ronan\, MT 59864\, Ronan\, Montana\, 59864
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes":MAILTO:info@cskt.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260510T034724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T035000Z
UID:11667-1783209600-1784419199@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Botany & Foraging along the Magruder Corridor
DESCRIPTION:Botany & Foraging “Intensive” along the Magruder Corridor – S & W of Darby\n\nJuly 5-18 \n\nJoin Tom Elpel and guest instructors for a botanical exploration of southwestern Montana and central Idaho\, exploring ecosystems ranging from sagebrush rangelands to cattail swamps\, coniferous forests and alpine meadows. We’ll have five different campsites\, visiting the traditional lands of the indigenous peoples\, practicing plant identification and ethical foraging for wild foods as we celebrate this green world. \nFor more information\, visit Tom’s website: Botany and Foraging Intensive with Thomas J. Elpel. \nNot free
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/botany-foraging-along-the-magruder-s-w-of-darby/
LOCATION:Magruder Corridor – Darby\, Darby\, Montana\, 59829
CATEGORIES:Paid excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Green University":MAILTO:greenuniversityllc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260704T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260510T034328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T034547Z
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SUMMARY:Little Beaver Lake - Whitefish
DESCRIPTION:Little Beaver Lake – Whitefish\n\nSaturday\, July 4 – 9:30 am\n\nA ‘fen’-nominal exploration along the Whitefish Trail system. We’ll visit managed forest\, fen and riparian plant communities. \nMeet at the Beaver Lake Trailhead. Call Joe Rizzi at 406-334-9583 for more info and to reserve a spot.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/little-beaver-lake-whitefish/
LOCATION:Little Beaver Lake – Whitefish\, Whitefish\, montana\, 59937
CATEGORIES:Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260702T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260510T033855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T034230Z
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SUMMARY:Gravelly Range Wildflowers - Dillon
DESCRIPTION:Gravelly Range wildflower tour\, S of Dillon\nThursday\, July 2 – 9 am\nThis almost-annual tour offered by the Madison Ranger District is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to immerse yourself in the abundant floral display of the Gravelly Range subalpine meadows. \nRegistration not required. Meet at the Madison District Office\, 5 Forest Service Road in Ennis. High-clearance vehicles recommended. For further information contact\, the Madison District Office at 406-682-4253.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/gravelly-range-wildflowers-dillo/
LOCATION:Gravelley Range – Ennis\, Madison Ranger District\, Ennis\, montana\, 59729
CATEGORIES:Show-me
ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20250309T210639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T225221Z
UID:6647-1782432000-1782691199@mtnativeplants.org
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;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260203T235358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T220847Z
UID:9872-1782432000-1782518399@mtnativeplants.org
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;TZID=America/Denver:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260623T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260508T034133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T034413Z
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SUMMARY:Jocko River Restoration - Scilip (formerly Dixon)
DESCRIPTION:Jocko River Restoration (Scilip – formerly Dixon)\nTuesday\, June 23 – 10 am\nRusty Sydnor\, Wetland/Riparian Restoration Ecologist with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes\, will walk us through the Jocko River restoration project. The project aims to move a section of the river that was straightened for agricultural purposes\, back into its historical meandering channel. The restoration of the river’s historical riparian vegetation communities will be the main focus of this trip. \nPlease register at https://volunteersignup.org/W3QKQ or contact gunnerdavies@live.com for more information.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/jocko-river-restoration-scilip-formerly-dixon/
LOCATION:Jocko River – Flathead Reservation\, Montana
CATEGORIES:Show-me
ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260508T033259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T033801Z
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SUMMARY:Bridger Bowl Blooms - Bozeman
DESCRIPTION:Bridger Bowl Blooms – Bozeman\nSaturday\, June 20 – 8:30 am\nA moderate 4-mile hike meanders through the open runs of Bridger Bowl Ski Area\, and zigzags up the rocky slopes below the ridge. Habitats include wet meadows\, forested stands\, and alpine scree\, which yield everything from Solomon’s plume and coralroots\, to monument plant and pretty Jacob’s ladder. Enjoy breathtaking views from the ridge and keep an eye out for mountain goats\, marmots and moose. \nThe trail can be steep and rocky in places\, but we won’t be in any hurry! Bring good hiking shoes\, a sack lunch\, and plenty of water. We’ll meet at the small parking area below Deer Park Chalet on Jeep Trail at 8:30 am. \nRSVP to Allison Rognlie at allison.rognlie@gmail.com.  Contact Allison if you need directions to the parking lot or want to carpool.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/bridger-bowl-blooms-bozeman/
LOCATION:Bridger Bowl ski area – Bozeman\, 15795 Bridger Canyon Road\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715
CATEGORIES:Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T182833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T183549Z
UID:11602-1781771400-1781798400@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Pipestone Pass weed pull - Butte
DESCRIPTION:Pipestone Pass weed pull – south of Butte\nThursday\, June 18 –  8:30 am\nUnder the Adopt-a-Trailhead-Montana Program & in partnership with the Butte District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest\, the Calypso Chapter of MNPS will conduct our 6th annual weed pull on Pipestone Pass. \nFor information and to register\, contact Karen at karenwporter44@gmail.com or 406-498-9728.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/pipestone-pass-weed-pull-butte/
LOCATION:Pipestone Pass\, montana
CATEGORIES:Work trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260407T203330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221248Z
UID:10727-1781740800-1781827199@mtnativeplants.org
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;TZID=America/Denver:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T180551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T181118Z
UID:11591-1781431200-1781456400@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Boulder Batholith - Butte
DESCRIPTION:Botany & Geology on the Boulder Batholith\, S of Butte\nSunday\, June 14 – 10 am\nA preview trip by Mike Garverich ahead of the MNPS Annual Rendezvous. An all-day tour of the geology and fauna of the Fish Creek drainage on the flanks of the Highland Mountains\, through sagebrush steppe on Tertiary sediments\, open Douglas-fir forests\, and subalpine meadows and wetlands. We’ll see water features and visit lichen localities\, grass-forb communities\, marble outcrops\, a nivation site\, and more. Vault toilets will be available at two stops along the way as our route loops around west\, crosses the Continental Divide and descends the Camp Creek Valley. \nFor more information and to register\, contact Karen at 406-498-9728 or karenwporter44@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/boulder-batholith-butte/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T173304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T174157Z
UID:11574-1781344800-1781366400@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Hay Canyon Hike - Utica
DESCRIPTION:Hike in Hay Canyon to see Short-styled columbine – Utica\n\nSaturday\, June 13 –  10 am \nMatt Stewart will lead a hike through Hay Canyon to see Aquilegia brevistyla in flower. \nWe’ll meet at 10 am at the Utica Museum in Utica.  Email kelseychaptermnps@gmail.com to sign up and receive hike details.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/hay-canyon-hike-utica/
LOCATION:Utica\, montana\, 59452
CATEGORIES:Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelsey Chapter":MAILTO:kelseychaptermnps@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T180212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T180349Z
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SUMMARY:Pulpit Ridge - Troy
DESCRIPTION:Pulpit Ridge trail #709 – Troy\n\nSaturday\, June 13 – 8:30 am to 5 pm\nModerate hike\, up to 6 miles round trip\, depending on the flora and group’s interests. Trail 709 starts on Road 331 (Rabbit O’Brien) and follows the ridge toward Pulpit Mountain. We’ll see spring flowers\, grassy meadows\, shaded forest\, open soil slopes\, rock scree and stunning views. In this subalpine habitat\, some plants and trees are stunted or low-growing due to the harsh\, windy environment. \nMeet at Watson’s Grocery parking lot in Troy. To sign up\, contact Elaina Graham at elainag77@gmail.com or 530-598-9048\, or Doug Parker at dparker8879@gmail.com or 406-949-8510.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/pulpit-ridge-troy/
LOCATION:Pulpit Ridge\, Troy\, MT\, 59935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T171417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T172958Z
UID:11564-1781308800-1781481599@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Foraging Montana - Pony
DESCRIPTION:Foraging Montana – Pony\n\nSaturday\, June 13 & Sunday\, June 14 \nWalk with expert Thomas Elpel through meadows and woodlands\, learning to identify edible and medicinal plants and the techniques and essential guidelines for ethical foraging. Harvest wild greens and prepare communal dinners with Tom\, author of Foraging the Mountain West and Botany in a Day. Families are especially welcome. \nFor more information and to sign up\, visit Tom’s website\, below.       NOT FREE \n 
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/foraging-montana-pony/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Paid excursion
ORGANIZER;CN="Green University":MAILTO:greenuniversityllc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T030543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T204343Z
UID:11553-1781114400-1781121600@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Flora of Lost Creek - Anaconda
DESCRIPTION:Flora of Lost Creek:  Lost but not found\nWednesday\, June 10 – 6 pm\nJoin Krystal Weilage for an early evening hike from Lost Creek State Park. A leisurely hike uphill following Lost Creek through forest and meadow environments\, looking especially for any uncommon species in the Anaconda-Pintler area. \nFor more information and to register contact Karen at karenwporter44@gmail.com or 406-498-9728.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/flora-of-lost-creek-anaconda/
LOCATION:Lost Creek state park – Anaconda\, 5750 Lost Creek Road\, Anaconda\, Montana\, 59711
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260507T030024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T133238Z
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SUMMARY:House of Sky Trail - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:House of Sky Trail – Missoula\nTuesday\, June 9 –  11 am\nJoin Annie Garde for a morning hike on the House of Sky trail above Pattee Canyon. We hope to see abundant wildflowers and breathtaking views of the Bitterroot Range and Miller Creek Valley. Plan to meet at the top of Pattee Canyon\, on the trailhead for the Sam Braxton trail\, on the south side of the road. From there\, we’ll plan on carpooling to the House of Sky Trailhead in Deer Creek. The trail is steep in areas\, but mostly moderate rolling hills along the ridge. Bring water and a lunch. The trail is 4.6 miles and connects to other trails. \nFor more information\, please contact Annie Garde at 406-274-8648 or anniegarde@yahoo.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/house-of-sky-trail-missoula/
LOCATION:Sam Braxton trail in Pattee Canyon NRA – Missoula\, Missoula\, MT\, 59803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260407T202602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221938Z
UID:10724-1780738200-1780752600@mtnativeplants.org
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;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260521T222101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T222403Z
UID:11982-1780732800-1780768800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Rare flowers & a grand view - Darby
DESCRIPTION:Rare Flowers and a Grand View – Piquett Divide trailhead\nSaturday\, June 6 – 8 am to 6 pm\nJoin Deborah Goslin\, who surveyed this location in 2018\, and Laura Johnston\, USFS Botanist\, on this adventure in Citizen Science. We will carpool from the Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor’s Office (1801 N First in Hamilton) to Piquett Creek Road #5720\, to the Piquett Divide trailhead (#676)\, southwest of Darby. This is a moderate-to-strenuous\, 3.6-mile-round-trip hike. \nThe trail starts in a mixed conifer forest and gains about 700 feet in 1.3 miles. From there\, we go off trail\, down an open ridge to a meadow filled with balsamroot\, lupine\, and the sensitive Small Onion. \nWe will start hiking by 10 am\, return to the trailhead by 4 pm\, returning to Hamilton by 6 pm. Bring sunscreen\, tick repellent\, food & water\, and dress for the weather. Due to the small trailhead parking area\, only 2 cars will fit\, so only 8 people can sign up. RSVP to Deborah Goslin at 406-214-7879. \n 
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/rare-flowers-a-grand-view-darby/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260506T194002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T195059Z
UID:11535-1780732800-1780765200@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Prairie - Melville
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Prairie – Melville \nSaturday\, June 6 –  8 am to 5 pm\nJoin Jeff Copeland and Matt Lavin in exploring the native plants on state lands in northern Sweet Grass County. During an easy meander of 1-to-2 miles\, we should see many plant species of the northern grasslands and sagebrush steppe. Jeff and Matt will discuss plant diversity of this area as it relates to the modern plant composition and perhaps its original (historical) composition. It’s likely some people who attend will have good knowledge of birds\, and of the plant and animal fossils of the area. Limit 12 people. \nSign up with co-leader Matt Lavin at matt_Lavin@msn.com. Questions can be sent either to Matt or to Jeff Copeland at ceeland777@protonmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/exploring-the-prairie-melville/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Hike,Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260407T210547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T222034Z
UID:10752-1780704000-1780790399@mtnativeplants.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260506T184704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T193234Z
UID:11517-1780221600-1780246800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Bird's Eye View trail - Dillon
DESCRIPTION:Bird’s Eye View Trail – Dillon\n10 am on Sunday\, May 31 – Bannack State Park  \nThis is a moderately strenuous 2.3-mile-hike on a loop trail with about 500 feet of elevation gain. The leisurely\, plant-focused hike\, including a lunch stop\, promises wide views over the sagebrush/ grassland steppe. An extensive native flora should be in bloom. Participants may wish to camp at the State Park the night before\, and/or extend their stay in the area. \nTo register\, contact leader Jessie Salix at Jessica.salix@usda.gov or call or text Jessie at 406-660-0011.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/birds-eye-view-trail-dillon/
LOCATION:Bannack State Park – SW Dillon\, 721 Bannack Rd\, Dillon\, MT\, 59725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260407T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T184920Z
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SUMMARY:Loon Lake conservation easement - Polson
DESCRIPTION:Loon Lake Ranch – Polson\nSaturday\, May 30\, 9:30 am – FULL\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 – this field trip is full as of 5/3/2026.  For questions\, call Maria at 406-407-2045 .
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:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T143000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260505T221427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T203341Z
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SUMMARY:North Cottonwood Fan to Foothills - Belgrade
DESCRIPTION:North Cottonwood (Belgrade)\nSaturday\, May 30 – 9 am \nExplore the rich prairie flora atop this alluvial fan\, then climb into the forested foothills on the west side of the Bridger Mountains. This will be a slow-paced walk on trail that may cover 3 miles total. \nPlease bring a lunch. Meet at the trailhead on Rocky Mountain Road at 9 am. Contact leader Peter Husby at peterohusby@gmail.com or 406-451-1521. \n 
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/north-cottonwood-fan-to-foothills/
LOCATION:North Cottonwood Creek (Trailhead)\, 45.91859\, -111.07675\, Belgrade\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field trip,Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T000000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
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:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260430T215334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T183954Z
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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:MT
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:20260526T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260514T140740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T143042Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie plant ID - Malta
DESCRIPTION:How to identify Prairie plants – Malta\nTuesday\, May 26 – time TBA\nContact Kelsey Molloy for details about when & where.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/prairie-plant-id-malta/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Workshop/class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260407T200027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183629Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
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:20260519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T174026
CREATED:20260407T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T170129Z
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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 — FULL as of 5/14\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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