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SUMMARY:MNPS Presents...Making your Garden a Biodiversity Hotspot - online
DESCRIPTION:Making Your Garden a Biodiversity Hotspot: A Practical Guide\nw/Elliott Conrad of Pipilo Native Plants\nIn an increasingly homogenous\, monocultured world\, we have the power to create diverse\, complex ecosystems. Whether you are working with a few square feet or an entire property\, the principles are the same. In this engaging online presentation you’ll learn to take advantage of the resources and conditions already available to you to maximize what you have to offer pollinators and all the species that rely on them. Get ready to: \n\nExamine microsites – what they are\, how to find them in a garden setting\, and how to create new ones.\nExplore how to observe our natural world and translate those observations into garden equivalents.\nLook at the role of seasonal changes in your garden\, and why just having pretty flowers isn’t the end game for diverse garden ecosystem.\n\nRegister in advance for this online meeting \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email containing information about joining the meeting. \nABOUT OUR PRESENTER:\nElliott Conrad took the scenic route to growing plants full time. He has been a developmental engineer for the US Air Force\, a fire ecologist for the US Forest Service\, and a free-lance graphic artist. He sees growing native plants and restoring native plant communities as the perfect blend of art and science\, and (for better or worse) can’t help but frame things from an ecologist’s point of view. \nHe holds a B.S. in astronautical engineering from the United States Naval Academy and a B.A. in biology from the University of Montana.  A military brat\, he hails from nowhere in particular but has made Montana his home since 2012. He is the owner of Pipilo Native Plants in Charlo\, MT. \nABOUT MNPS PRESENTS:\nThis monthly online series features live presentations on a wide range of topics related to preserving\, conserving and studying Montana’s native flora. Programs are held October through March. MNPS members receive Zoom registration details via email; if you are not currently a member please consider supporting MNPS by joining today! You can find a list of upcoming programs and link to past program recordings HERE.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/mnps-presents-garden-biodiversity/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Lecture,MNPS Presents!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260324T203000
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SUMMARY:Willow ID workshop - Helena
DESCRIPTION:Willow ID Workshop held Tuesday\, March 24 from 6 to 8:30 pm in the Helena Food Share Community Room \nPlease join us for an herbarium night led by Scott Mincemoyer focusing on the Salix genus – Scott was formerly a botanist with the Montana Natural Heritage Program.  The workshop will include a brief overview of willow identification and ecology\, before keying several species of willow.  This workshop is intended for people who have experience using dichotomous keys. \nSpace is limited to 20 participants. Register at: https://forms.gle/iCm98Y289vTXEELMA \nRegistration will close when 20 participants have signed up. If you are not able to register but would like to be placed on a waitlist in case anyone cancels\, please send an email to kelseychaptermnps@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/willow-id-workshop-helena/
LOCATION:Helena Food Share Community Room\, 1280 Boulder Ave\, Helena\, MT\, 59601
CATEGORIES:Herbarium night,Workshop/class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelsey Chapter":MAILTO:kelseychaptermnps@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260104T183619Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia night - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 26 at 7 pm – Montana Natural History Center Trivia Night – 120 Hickory St.\, Suite A. \nCome and showcase your native plant knowledge or learn something new\, meet some fellow plant folks\, and win prizes! Registration required at montananaturalist.org/events/. This event is capped at 30 participants. \nFor questions\, email kylie.mtnativeplants@gmail.com.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/trivia-night-missoula/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center – Missoula\, 120 Hickory St.\, Suite A\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59801
CATEGORIES:Social gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260328T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260328T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260305T173830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T182121Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Symposium - Billings
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 3/28/26 from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Billings library \nInspiring a Native Plant-Conscious Community\nThe Montana Audubon Center: Native Plant Symposium aims to inform and inspire the Billings community to plant native and naturalized species\, supporting the health of our local water systems\, wildlife\, and overall well-being. \nFeaturing MNPS presentations about the Citizen Botany program and about collecting seed. \nVisit the Native Plant Symposium website to see the schedule of events\, presenters\, workshops\, and other resources. \nCost: $20 \nAudience: Adults and teens (13+) with an interest in native plants. \nLearn More & Register Here
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/native-plant-symposium-billings/
LOCATION:Billings Public Library\, 510 North Broadway\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montana Audubon Center - Billings":MAILTO:info@mtaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
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SUMMARY:Herbarium night "Cushion plants" - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Have a hands-on learning experience about cushion plants with PROFESSOR MEREDITH ZETTLEMOYER in Room 302/303 of the Natural Sciences building (formerly the Botany building\, just NW of the University Center) on the UM campus.\n— 7 pm on Tuesday\, March 31 —\nJust 15 spots are available. Reserve your space by emailing Giovanna Bishop.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/herbarium-night-cushion-plants-missoula/
LOCATION:Natural Science building\, UM – Missoula\, Missoula\, MT\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Herbarium night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260407T170000
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CREATED:20260407T203725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T203725Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science - Huckleberry phenology in Glacier Park
DESCRIPTION:All Season\nGlacier Park Huckleberry Phenology Citizen Science\nTaking a hike in or near Glacier National Park? You can help scientists understand the phenology\, or timing\, of berry ripeness in this region. \nHuckleberries are an important food source for wildlife\, including grizzly bears. The park is collecting data to understand how weather and other factors influence the timing of berry ripeness. \nContact Glacier’s citizen science program for a link to a DIY training for all the tools you need to record data while you enjoy your day\, at glac_citizen_science@nps.gov or call 406-888-7986.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/citizen-science-huckleberry-phenology-in-glacier-park/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Workshop/class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20251215T180332Z
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SUMMARY:Plants\, Fire & Conservation conference - Missoula & online
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 14 & Wednesday\, April 15 at the University of Montana\nPlants\, Fire & Conservation conference brings together leading voices in botany\, ecology and land stewardship for two days of learning and collaboration.  The conference is open to the public.  It’s particularly relevant for people in federal\, state\, Tribal and local governments\, as well as nonprofits\, academia\, private industry and MNPS members. \nAttend one or both days in person at UM’s University Center or online via Zoom. \nDay 1 spotlights the intersection of native plant conservation and fire\, featuring ten experts in western Montana who will share insights on fire behavior\, post-fire recovery\, and using fire as a tool to support native plant and wildlife diversity. \nPaid registration is required for the first day. \nDay 2 focuses on Montana’s Potential/Species of Concern vascular plants and how we identify\, track\, and manage them. Get an overview of how plant conservation status is determined\, including recent efforts to update state rankings. Find out how using modern tools like iNaturalist\, Citizen Botany & Survey123\, as well as herbarium databases\, affects information sharing and decision making. \nYou can attend for free the second day\, but must register (for free) to get Zoom credentials. \nLink to more info & registration form
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/conservation-fire-missoula/
LOCATION:University Center\, UM – Missoula\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812
CATEGORIES:Conference,Online lecture,Panel discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T205146Z
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SUMMARY:"The Little Things that Run the World" film - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Free\, on Tuesday\, April 14\, from 7 to 8:30 pm\non campus in the University Theater on the 3rd floor of the University Center\nafter the day’s “Plants\,  Conservation & Fire” conference\nInsects\, the tiny\, alien-like architects of life\, sustain ecosystems and ultimately\, our own survival. As these distant cousins on our evolutionary tree face unprecedented declines\, their fate becomes a stark warning: without them\, neither we nor the planet can endure. \nIn this captivating documentary\, filmmakers Dru Carr and Doug Hawes-Davis focus their lens on this most numerous group of animals\, three quarters of all species on earth. The film documents the mysteries of the decline alongside creative and heroic efforts to change the course. What is causing this extinction crisis? What can be done to reverse the trend?
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/the-little-things-that-run-the-world-missoula/
LOCATION:University Center\, UM – Missoula\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812
CATEGORIES:Film screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260104T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T001710Z
UID:9488-1776366000-1776371400@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Vegetation & Flora of the Caribbean - Missoula & online
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 16 at 7 pm – Rocky Mountain Exploration Center\, 1075 South Avenue West \nJoin Kathy Settevendemie to explore the Vegetation and Flora of the Caribbean. Experience\nthe colorful\, fascinating flora of the countries that circumscribe the Caribbean Sea. \nJoin the Zoom meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89829014052?pwd=blO5V0GZ1axlpv3OqCatHhvE8moNkL.1 \nMeeting ID: 898 2901 4052     Passcode: 180809 \n 
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/vegetation-flora-of-the-caribbean-missoula/
LOCATION:Rocky Mountain Exploration Center – Missoula\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Online lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Fork Chapter":MAILTO:teagan.mtnativeplants@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260404T143836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T144434Z
UID:10550-1776884400-1776889800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Botanical Expedition in Iran - Bozeman
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 22\, 7 pm (Bozeman) – A Botanical Expedition in Iran\nin Room 108 of the Plant Bioscience Building\, on the west side of 11th Avenue on the MSU campus\nKelly Steele will present about the botanical expedition to Iran that she went on in 2004.  Her trip was sponsored by the National Geographic Society\, with the goal of collecting plants for use by western scientists and setting up scientific collaborations between botanists in Iran and the United States. \nPictured above: Persian ironwood tree\, an Iranian native plant
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/botanical-expedition-in-iran-bozeman/
LOCATION:Plant Bioscience Building\, MSU – Bozeman\, 400 Plant Bioscience\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T000000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260404T145106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T220921Z
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SUMMARY:Yaak River & Falls walk - N of Troy
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25\, north of Troy – Yaak River & Falls walk\nThe hike starts on terraces overlooking Yaak Falls with beds of glacier lilies and other early bloomers. Then an easy 1-to-2-mile round-trip walk downstream along the Yaak River on the Dipper Trail #704. The trail has little elevation change\, but an uneven\, rocky tread. We’ll see some big trees\, old mine shafts\, and maybe calypso orchids and Geyer’s biscuitroot. \nContact Betty Kuropat at blueirismt@gmail.com for time & where to meet up.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/yaak-river-falls-walk-troy/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260404T152546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T155556Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Party - Belgrade
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25\, 10 am – noon – Garden Party in Belgrade\nBelgrade Community Library at 205 East Main\nTo initiate its seed exchange\, the Belgrade Community Library will host a party with a plant swap\, seed giveaway and family activities. \nThe Valley of Flowers chapter will have a table.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/garden-party-belgrade/
LOCATION:Belgrade Community Library\, 205 East Main Street\, Belgrade\, Montana\, 59714
CATEGORIES:Seed swap
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260404T145908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T152100Z
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SUMMARY:Gallatin Valley Earth Day - Bozeman
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25\, 10:00-2:00 – Earth Day Festival\nGallatin Valley Fairgrounds\nJoin Valley of Flowers chapter members and other conservation-minded folks for what’s going on at the Gallatin Valley Earth Day festival … like a fun-run & films & a petting zoo & a magic show & composting clinic & a live raptor presentation … check out the event link to find out what’s planned for both adults & kids. \n 
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/gallatin-valley-earth-day-bozeman/
LOCATION:Gallatin Valley fairgrounds – Bozeman\, 901 N Black Avenue\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Social gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gallatin Valley Earth Day":MAILTO:gallatinvalleyearthday@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T192139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T192415Z
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SUMMARY:LeBeau RNA lichens - near Stryker
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 2\, 9:30 am (Stryker)\nLeBeau RNA & Lichens\nDr. Toby Spribille will lead a walk through this geologically complex area “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. \nA 10x-hand-lens is highly recommended. Limit 15 people. \nContact Joe Rizzi to sign up at 406-334-9583 or joefloriz@gmail.com
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/lebeau-rna-lichens-near-stryker/
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:20260504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T193232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T193232Z
UID:10680-1777881600-1778259600@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Flathead Forestry Expo plant ID - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Monday to Friday\, May 4 to 8 in Columbia Falls\nFlathead Forestry Expo plant ID station\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:20260410T210641
CREATED:20250709T215713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T221034Z
UID:8330-1777939200-1778198399@mtnativeplants.org
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:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T193742Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia Mtn early blooms - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 7\, 6 pm to 8:30 pm\nColumbia Falls) – Columbia Mountain Trail\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:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T194253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T201716Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia Mtn garden tour - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 14\, 6 pm to 8 pm\nColumbia Falls – Columbia Mountain Garden Tour\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260104T184815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T184815Z
UID:9492-1778783400-1778788800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Spring potluck - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Thursday May 14\, 6:30 pm – at the Pineview Park Pavilion just west of Rattlesnake School \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T194908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T210853Z
UID:10694-1778803200-1778889599@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Beardance Trail - Bigfork
DESCRIPTION:9 am on Friday\, May 15\, near Bigfork\nPhillips/Beardance Trail on Crane Mountain\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T204529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T204529Z
UID:10738-1778889600-1778975999@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Hike the Hogback - Paradise Valley
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\nParadise Valley – Hiking the Hogback\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:MT
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Valley of Flowers Chapter":MAILTO:beesgrmt@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T205136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T210815Z
UID:10741-1778889600-1778975999@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Old Hiway 2 trail - Libby
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\nLibby – Old Highway 2 Trail\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: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:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T195246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195354Z
UID:10698-1778923800-1778932800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Lion Creek spring wildflowers - Condon
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\, 9:30 am in the Swan Valley\nLion Crk trail near Condon\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195656Z
UID:10703-1779211800-1779219000@mtnativeplants.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T205619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T205633Z
UID:10745-1779494400-1779580799@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Berray Mountain - Noxon
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 23\nNoxon – Berray Mountain\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:MT
CATEGORIES:Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T200027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T200052Z
UID:10707-1779732000-1779741000@mtnativeplants.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T210026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T210026Z
UID:10749-1780099200-1780185599@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:White Pine Creek orchids - Trout Creek
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30\nTrout Creek – White Pine Creek.\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:MT
CATEGORIES:Field trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Western at-large area":MAILTO:jreny@kvis.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T200412Z
UID:10711-1780133400-1780146000@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Loon Lake conservation easement - Polson
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30\, 9:30 am\nPolson – Loon Lake Ranch\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T201405Z
UID:10716-1780218000-1780228800@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Bumblebee Atlas training - Columbia Falls
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 31\, 9 am to noon\nColumbia Falls – Bumble Bee Atlas Training\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:20260410T210641
CREATED:20260407T210547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T210547Z
UID:10752-1780704000-1780790399@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Bitterroots at Gopher Hill - Libby
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 6\nLibby – Bitterroots at Gopher Hill\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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