Upcoming Events

The first Chapter meeting of the year to set the annual agenda and get committee updates. 

All are welcome to join this free virtual panel discussion exploring the vital roles of native, solitary, and honeybees in pollination and biodiversity. Featuring experts Sam Droege (USGS), Dave Hunter (Crown Bees), and Dr. Lora Morandin (Pollinator Partnership), this event will discuss into the challenges pollinators face, the balance between managed and wild bees, and actionable ways to support all pollinators.

Gain insights from over 90 years of combined experience and learn how to advocate for pollinator habitats through planting native species, participating in community science, and adopting responsible management practices.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED! The original date was 2/17/25. 

The Chapter will be seeding plants for the annual plant sale at Stone Silo Prairie Gardens from 4-6pm. Please make sure to sign up on the signup genius for this event. At 6 pm we will have a brief chapter meeting to get committee updates, all are welcome for the chapter meeting

Seeding at Stone Silo Prairie Gardens for the annual plant sale. Please sign up for this event on the signup genius

Public gardens hold tremendous power to influence landscaping norms and inspire change. By showcasing the beauty, functionality, and ecological value of native plants, these spaces help foster biodiversity, advocate for sustainable practices, and engage communities in environmental stewardship. 

This webinar will explore how public and demonstration gardens serve as powerful tools for native plant advocacy. Attendees will learn how gardens move beyond aesthetics to spark action—turning appreciation into engagement and inspiring participants to replicate these practices in their own communities.

We will hear insights from Nicole Machuca, Environmental Social Scientist at the Field Museum, on how public gardens influence behaviors, foster stewardship, and connect people to conservation efforts through research and community engagement. The Wild Ones Capital Region NY and the Wild Ones San Diego (CA) Chapters will share their experiences building native plant demonstration gardens and how these spaces drive community engagement, education, and advocacy. And We'll finish with a conversation exploring how public gardens create a lasting impact beyond planting day moderated by Kelly Kapuzzi, Demonstration Garden Char with the Wild Ones Hocking Hills (OH) Chapter.

This is a work day for transplanting plant sale seedlings. Please sign up for this event on the plant sale signup genius

We will have a presentation from Maria Otto and Mark Konlock about their Green Bay Pollinator Corridor project followed by a brief monthly meeting. The event will be hosted in the Cornerstone Foundation Hall East

This is a work day for transplanting Plant Sale seedlings. Please sign up for this event on the plant sale signup genius

Join us for a joyful celebration of the season at the Milwaukee Public Market's very first Festival of Flowers, taking place Saturday, May 3 from 11am to 3pm at Riverwalk Commons, right across from the Milwaukee Public Market.

Wild Ones National Board Secretary Jermey Rappaport will present on how people can help support a healthy planet by transitioning away from traditional lawns and gardens to more sustainable alternatives featuring native plants. 

This free, family-friendly event is bursting with color, fragrance, and fun! Explore a vibrant flower market featuring locally grown blooms and botanicals perfect for brightening your home or garden. Enjoy live music from local artists as you wander, shop, and relax along the riverfront.

Bring the whole family- there’s something for everyone! From interactive activities for kids to garden-inspired crafts, the Festival of Flowers is designed to delight visitors of all ages. Grown-ups can savor seasonal beverages, while everyone can dig into a variety of tasty eats from local food vendors.

Whether you're a plant enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for a fresh way to spend your Saturday, the Festival of Flowers is the perfect spring outing.

Sue Barrie and Nancy Mathias will be leading a work day at the Railroad Museum gardens. Bring your favorite garden hand tools, especially for weeding. A few native varieties that have spread will need to be removed, and will be available for anyone interested in taking a plant home. Contact either Sue or Nancy if you have any questions.

Baird Creek's Kevin Hendricksen will be providing a spring ephemeral tour of the Baird Creek Greenway. Bring your questions about spring flowering species and your camera!

Join Wild Ones National Board President Loris Damerow for a special presentation as part of Week 3 of the 2025 Less Lawn More Life Challenge, “Native Plants Planted Right.” Loris will walk us through the basics of native plant gardening- from choosing the right plants to planting and maintaining them with confidence.

Join us on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 5 p.m. CT for the YouTube Live premiere of this 30-minute webinar. Native plant experts from  Wild Ones, Plan it Wild, Homegrown National Park, ReWild Your Campus, and others will be active in the live chat throughout the presentation and for 30 minutes after the webinar, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and engage! 

This event is designed for newcomers to native gardening and is part of the national Less Lawn More Life Challenge, hosted by Plan It Wild in collaboration with Wild Ones, iNaturalist, Homegrown National Park, Pollinator Partnership  and many others! 

See more about the Less Lawn More Life Challenge:  https://www.lesslawnmorelife.com/ 

Sue Barrie and Nancy Mathias will be leading a work day at the Railroad Museum gardens. Bring your favorite garden hand tools, especially for weeding. A few native varieties that have spread will need to be removed, and will be available for anyone interested in taking a plant home. Contact either Sue or Nancy if you have any questions.

This is a work day to assemble plant kits for the Wild Ones Plant Sale. Please sign up for this event on the plant sale signup genius

The annual Wild Ones Plant Sale! 

Sue Barrie and Nancy Mathias will be leading a work day at the Railroad Museum gardens. Bring your favorite garden hand tools, especially for weeding. A few native varieties that have spread will need to be removed, and will be available for anyone interested in taking a plant home. Contact either Sue or Nancy if you have any questions.

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon!