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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:20260521T184633
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T172958Z
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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:montana
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:20260521T184633
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:20260521T184633
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:20260521T184633
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;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260521T222101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T222403Z
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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:montana
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:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260506T194002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T195059Z
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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:montana
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:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T210547Z
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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:montana
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:20260531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
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:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T222139Z
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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:montana
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:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T184920Z
UID:10711-1780133400-1780146000@mtnativeplants.org
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:montana
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:20260521T184633
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:20260521T184633
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:20260521T184633
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:montana
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:20260521T184633
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:montana
CATEGORIES:Workshop/class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T200027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183629Z
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
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:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T170129Z
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 — 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260424T144925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T143553Z
UID:11179-1779008400-1779026400@mtnativeplants.org
SUMMARY:Citizen Botany Survey for Clustered Lady Slipper - St. Regis
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:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
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:20260516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T204529Z
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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:20260521T184633
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:20260515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
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:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
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;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T194253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T194043Z
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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 — FULL as of 5/3/2026\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 – this field trip is full as of 5/3/2026.  Email shiva@forestoration.com. The location will be disclosed after registration is complete.
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/10690/
LOCATION:montana
CATEGORIES:Show-me
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260511T185516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T191525Z
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SUMMARY:West Valley school weeding - Kalispell
DESCRIPTION:W Valley School native plant garden – dig out invasives\nThursday\, May 14 – 3:30 pm\nWe are gathering at the native plant garden at West Valley School at 2290 Farm to Market Road to dig out invasives. Grab your garden gloves and hand shovels and join us and students for a couple of hours of communal eradication to give the plants some breathing room. – an invitation from Linda deKort
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/west-valley-school-weeding-kalispell/
LOCATION:West Valley School – Kalispell\, 2290 Farm to Market Road\, Kalispell\, Montana\, 59901
CATEGORIES:Work trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Chapter":MAILTO:mnps.flathead@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260511T225037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T225350Z
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SUMMARY:Calypso Potluck & Planning Brunch - Divide
DESCRIPTION:Calypso Chapter’s annual potluck & planning brunch – Divide\n\nSunday\, December 6 – 11 am\nWe’ll gather to celebrate the season\, enjoy a meal together\, and plan the trips and events we’ll offer in 2027. For more information contact Karen at 406-498-9728 or karenwporter44@gmail.com
URL:https://mtnativeplants.org/event/calypso-potluck-planning-brunch-divide/
LOCATION:Divide Grange\, 105 Schoolhouse Rd\, Divide\, MT\, 59727
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calypso Chapter":MAILTO:karenwporter44@gmail.com [undefined:karenwporter44@gmail.com]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260407T193742Z
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:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T184633
CREATED:20260423T225951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T231522Z
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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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