Events
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October 16 Rescue Paulding County, Dallas, Ray Cole Rd, 9:30 am
Rescue DaysPlease read our liability waivers in advance: there are two: the participant agreement and the liability waiver. By signing up for this rescue, you agree to terms in these documents. You will be asked to sign them at the rescue. Lead Facilitator: Jackie Miller Cofacilitator: Beth Chance Plant List: Cross vine Bignonia capreolata, Netted Chain Fern Woodwardia […]
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Native Plant Night Hike, Marietta
North Metro Atlanta ChapterNative Plant Night Hike Join fellow GNPS members for an educational moonlit night hike and a unique opportunity to explore Georgia’s native plants after dark! This is a wonderful chance to connect with fellow native plant enthusiasts, enjoy time together on the trail, and discover what comes alive after sunset. Participants should plan for an […]
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Old City Cemetery Native Plant Garden Workday
Old City Cemetery Corner of Cherry St. and 7th St., Macon, GA, United StatesWork DaysJoin us from 8:30 am to 11:00 am on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, to maintain our native plant garden at the Old City Cemetery. Location The Old City Cemetery is located at 103 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201. Free street parking is available. What to Bring Dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, […]
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Boy Scout Road Nursery Workday
Boy Scout Road Nursery 1494 Boy Scout Rd., Byron, United StatesWork DaysThe Boy Scout Road Nursery (BSRN) offers a weekly opportunity to learn about native plants and contribute to the GNPS Community-Supported Propagation (CSP) program. Plants grown will find their home in land restoration projects, educational gardens or chapter and other nonprofit plant sales. The community-supported propagation effort goes on all year long, and its success depends […]
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Native Plant Ramble – Green Meadows Preserve, Marietta
Green Meadows Preserve MariettaNorth Metro Atlanta ChapterJoin fellow GNPS members for an educational woodland walk led by GNPS Chair Michael Cowan. These Native Plant Ramble's are a wonderful opportunity to learn about native plants, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy time together on the trails. Participants should plan for a hike of approximately 3 miles (about 2–3 hours) along a multi-use […]
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Fall Native Plant & Seed Swap
West Atlanta Watershed Alliance 1442 Richland Rd SW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesNative Plant SalesGet your seeds and plants ready! Our native seed and plant swap is coming up soon. You will be able to swap up to 10 plants, and there is no limit for seed packets. Only plants and seeds native to Georgia and not invasive in the Piedmont (e.g., no Carolina cherry laurels or southern magnolias) will be accepted for the swap. If you have extra, please bring more to share with others just starting out. […]
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Oct 18 Rescue Cherokee County, Canton, The Bluffs, 10:00 am
Rescue DaysPlease read our liability waivers in advance: there are two: the participant agreement and the liability waiver. By signing up for this rescue, you agree to terms in these documents. You will be asked to sign them at the rescue. Lead Facilitator: Katelyn Weissinger Sherman Cofacilitators: Ali Owens Plant List: Pussytoes (Antennaria sp.), lady fern (Athyrium felix-femina), […]
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Video Night and Annual Business Meeting
Carroll County Agricultural Center 900 Newnan Road, CarrolltonTuesday October 20 is the West Georgia Chapter’s annual business meeting, including election of officers for 2027. The meeting usually takes about 15 minutes, and it will be followed by a video, “The Nature of Oaks,” from Homegrown National Park, featuring Doug Tallamy. Oak trees are biodiversity powerhouses. They support more wildlife than any other […]
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Buffalo Creek Work Day
Buffalo Creek Restoration Project 900 Newnan Road, CarrolltonWork DaysEvery Tuesday morning, weather permitting, there is a work session at the Buffalo Creek Trail in Carrollton. Volunteers are needed to help maintain the native plantings and the walking trails and to remove invasive plants. Everyone is welcome, but please do not bring young children for safety reasons. Park at the Greenbelt parking area located […]
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Video Night and Annual Business Meeting
Carroll County Agricultural Center 900 Newnan Road, CarrolltonTuesday October 20 is the West Georgia Chapter’s annual business meeting, including election of officers for 2027. The meeting usually takes about 15 minutes, and it will be followed by a video, “The Nature of Oaks,” from Homegrown National Park, featuring Doug Tallamy. Oak trees are biodiversity powerhouses. They support more wildlife than any other […]
