BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GNPS - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gnps.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GNPS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T103000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260428T170524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170524Z UID:10004863-1778747400-1778754600@gnps.org SUMMARY:Plant BioBlitz DESCRIPTION:The West Georgia Chapter is hosting a plant BioBlitz in Bowdon GA to assist SUSTAIN\, a local nonprofit that is turning an old golf course into a park\, preserve\, and education center. You don’t have to be a plant ID expert to participate! Just bring your favorite plant ID app or field guide. To register\, email info_westgeorgia@gnps.org. Directions and details will be emailed to registered participants. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/plant-bioblitz/ LOCATION:SUSTAIN\, Bowdon\, United States CATEGORIES:West Georgia Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Plant-BioBlitz-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251222T220555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T204851Z UID:10003569-1778835600-1778842800@gnps.org SUMMARY:Stone Mountain Propagation Project Workday DESCRIPTION:The Stone Mountain Propagation Project (SMPP) 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Stone Mountain to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: We ask that all volunteers join our email list in order to receive the most up-to-date information. To subscribe the email list\, follow these steps: \nFor GNPS members: \n\nLog in to your GNPS member account.\nFrom the menu on the left\, choose Address and Account Preferences.\nScroll down to the Preferences section and choose “Yes” under Stone Mountain Propagation Project List.\n\nFor all others\, click here to submit your name and contact information. We highly encourage volunteers to become GNPS members. Click here to learn more about membership. \nDirections \nThe propagation site is located within Stone Mountain Park. Click here for directions to SMPP. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/stone-mountain-propagation-project-workday-4-2/2026-05-15/ LOCATION:GNPS State Propagation Project inside Stone Mountain Park\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States CATEGORIES:SMPP Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="SMPP Leadership Team":MAILTO:SMPP_admin@gnps.org GEO:33.8130114;-84.1595311 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251223T014331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T014334Z UID:10004427-1778922000-1778929200@gnps.org SUMMARY:Boy Scout Road Nursery Workday DESCRIPTION:The 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Byron\, Georgia to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: Click here to sign up for the CSP weekly updates to receive up-to-date volunteer registration and workday information. \nDirections \nBSRN is located at 1494 Boy Scout Road\, Byron GA 31008 between Kirkland Drive and the Benjamin Hawkins Parkway. Please note: There are no signs for the nursery so look for the 1494 signs on the mailbox. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/boy-scout-road-nursery-workday-12-3/ LOCATION:Boy Scout Road Nursery\, 1494 Boy Scout Rd.\, Byron\, United States CATEGORIES:BSRN Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="Boy Scout Road Nursery Team":MAILTO:bsrn_admin@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260415T125904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T140458Z UID:10004846-1778922000-1778932800@gnps.org SUMMARY:Native Plant Ramble - Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow North Metro Atlanta Chapter\, GNPS\, members for an educational walk in the woods. This month’s “ramble” will offer a great way to learn about the native plants and to meet new friends who are also native plant enthusiasts! \n\nEvent is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required.\nPlan to hike the 2.5 miles loop\, with slight hills but mostly flat.\nBring water and wear comfortable hiking gear.\nNo prior plant knowledge is required.\nBathrooms are available.\nParking and meeting location will be emailed to those who register a few days prior to the hike.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this members-only event URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/native-plant-ramble-kennesaw-mountain-national-battlefield-park/ LOCATION:Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park\, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive\, Kennesaw\, GA\, 30188\, United States CATEGORIES:North Metro Atlanta Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kenn-National-Battlefield-Park.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Metro Atlanta Chapter":MAILTO:northmetroatlanta@gnps.org GEO:33.9830727;-84.5779283 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive Kennesaw GA 30188 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive:geo:-84.5779283,33.9830727 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260503T225433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T225433Z UID:10004867-1778922000-1778932800@gnps.org SUMMARY:Members Only! Tour of Jekyll Island Restoration Efforts and Greenhouse DESCRIPTION:Maritime Members Only!\nTour of Jekyll Island Restoration Efforts and Greenhouse\nMay 16\, 9 AM\nRegistration required\, keep reading to learn more. \nDescription:\nThis is a tour of Jekyll Island’s restoration efforts on their 126-acre wildlife corridor and their conservation horticulture greenhouse. The State Botanical Garden of Georgia with UGA and  Birds GA having been leading this restoration work together at Jekyll Island State Park. This project is working to convert retired holes on Oleander Golf Course into a native grassland which will serve as a wildlife corridor on the island. This habitat type is currently among one of the most limited habitats on the island but was once a dominant landscape feature along the coast. \nLocation:\nMeet at 100 Stable Road (Mosaic Museum Parking Lot) for a tour of the restoration site. We will then drive to the greenhouse as a group; it’s an estimated 2 minute drive. \nTime:\n9am~12pm \nFee:\nThere is no fee for this event\, but please note that there is a toll to get onto the island. \nRegistration:\nSpaces are limited\, reserve your spot today. Please refer to the April 29 member email for the sign up link. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/members-only-tour-of-jekyll-island-restoration-efforts-and-greenhouse/ LOCATION:Jekyll Island\, 100 Stable Rd.\, Jekyll Island\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Maritime Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/GNSN-Jekyll-Island-84_1900x1266.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maritime Chapter of GNPS":MAILTO:maritime@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T133000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260429T195958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T201743Z UID:10004865-1779008400-1779024600@gnps.org SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly & Habitat Monitoring Training DESCRIPTION:Join Monarch Joint Venture for a volunteer training focused on how to monitor monarch butterflies and their habitat using the Integrated Monarch Monitoring Program (IMMP)\, a standardized method used to collect information on monarchs\, milkweed\, nectar plants\, and habitat conditions. \nInstructor: Susan Meyers\, Monarchs Across Georgia \nLocation: Hard Labor Creek State Park\, Rutledge | Golf Course Meeting Room \nTime: March 17th | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nCost: Free \nDress for field work: Wear closed-toe shoes \nPlease bring: Lunch and a water bottle \nTO REGISTER FOR THIS TRAINING\, please send an email to Anna.Yellin@dnr.ga.gov \nLearn more about the monitoring methodology: IMMP website \nVolunteers may be asked to help monitor sites at locations shown here: Project Map Link URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/monarch-butterfly-monitoring-training/ CATEGORIES:Partner Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_0401.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260425T110128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T110128Z UID:10004859-1779012000-1779019200@gnps.org SUMMARY:May 17 Rescue Cherokee County\, Canton\, The Bluffs\, 10:00 am DESCRIPTION:Please 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. \nLead Facilitator: Katrina Hayes \nCofacilitators:Amber Malloy\, Jennings Fort\, Ali Owens \nPlant List:  Pussytoes (Antennaria sp.)\, lady fern (Athyrium felix-femina)\, whorled coreopsis (Coreopsis major)\, beaked hazelnut (Corylus cornuta)\, little brown jugs (Hexastylis arifolia)\, big leaf magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla)\, wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)\, Christmas fern (Polystichum acrostichoides)\, mountain mint (Pycnanthemum sp)\, various goldenrod (Solidago sp.)\, various aster (Symphyotrichum sp)\, New York fern (Thelypteris noveboracensis)\, blueberry (Vaccinium sp.). \n\n\n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone (cell phone is preferred)*Is this your first rescue?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Where are you travelling from?Your Message URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/may-17-rescue-cherokee-county-canton-the-bluffs-1000-am/ CATEGORIES:Rescue Days END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260116T184838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184840Z UID:10004626-1779026400-1779037200@gnps.org SUMMARY:W.D. Thomson Park DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will engage in a rewarding morning of invasive plant removal in W.D. Thomson Park in Atlanta near Emory. There will be tasks for all ages and levels of experience. Wear closed toe shoes\, long sleeves and pants as there may be poison ivy. Dress for the weather and uneven terrain. If you have your own gloves and tools\, bring them along; otherwise you may borrow some of ours.\n \nMeet in the lower parking lot at 9 am. Only stay as long as you like; every bit helps! We provide water and snacks. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/w-d-thomson-park-4-2-2-2-2/2026-05-17/ LOCATION:W.D. Thomson Park\, 1760 Mason Mill Rd. NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30329\, United States CATEGORIES:Intown Atlanta Chapter,Work Days END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20240609T212347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T212348Z UID:10002285-1779181200-1779188400@gnps.org SUMMARY:Buffalo Creek Work Day DESCRIPTION:Every 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 at 515 Old Newnan Rd and walk down the hill\, and the trail will be on your left. Please enter your start and stop times on the sign-in sheet that’s posted on the back of the kiosk next to the Buffalo Creek Outdoor Education Center sign. Bring work gloves and drinking water and wear sturdy shoes. Insect repellant is strongly recommended during the warm months. If the weather is questionable\, please check our Facebook page for updates. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/buffalo-creek-work-day-2-2/2026-05-19/ LOCATION:Buffalo Creek Restoration Project\, 900 Newnan Road\, Carrollton\, 30117 CATEGORIES:West Georgia Chapter,Work Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Buffalo_Creek_Nature_Preserve-e1713377829931.jpg GEO:33.5732351;-85.0472931 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buffalo Creek Restoration Project 900 Newnan Road Carrollton 30117;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Newnan Road:geo:-85.0472931,33.5732351 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T190000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260407T003142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T003142Z UID:10004836-1779298200-1779303600@gnps.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Weeding at Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden DESCRIPTION:The Native Plant Garden at the Amerson River Park will host Wednesday evening social gardening gatherings on select Wednesdays from 5:30 pm to 7 pm beginning April 8\, 2026. We can socialize while our hands are busy watering or weeding. Dress for the weather and the activity. Bring a water bottle and any tools you have. Participants must be 12 years of age or older\, and participants under 16 years of age must have an adult present. All participants must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working. \nCheck the FB event pages for any unexpected changes to our best laid plans! \n\n  April 8\n April 22\n April 29\n May 6\n May 20\nMay 29 — A Friday URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/wednesday-weeding-at-amerson-river-park-native-plant-garden/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden\, 2551 North Pierce Drive\, Macon\, GA\, 31204\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Fringed Campion Chapter,Work Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/FCC-workday-arp.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fringed Campion Chapter":MAILTO:fringedcampion@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260512T191040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T191040Z UID:10004868-1779390000-1779393600@gnps.org SUMMARY:Weed Wrangle: Starting a Movement to Remove Invasive Plants DESCRIPTION:Ready to start a Weed Wrangle® in your community — or take yours to the next level? Join GNPS for an exclusive online discussion with Cayce McAllister\, Weed Wrangle’s national point of contact\, on Thursday\, May 21st at 7:00 p.m. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow an existing event\, this is your chance to get answers straight from the source. Don’t miss it! \nOur conversation will cover it all: the origins of the program\, the very real threat invasive species pose to local ecosystems\, and how anyone — expert or not — can roll up their sleeves and make a difference. With over 636\,000 volunteer hours logged in Tennessee alone\, Weed Wrangle® is proof that grassroots action grows. \nClick here to register  \nThis free event is hosted by the GNPS Restoration Subcommittee who coordinates an annual Weed Wrangle Georgia every winter. Questions about restoration projects? Contact the subcommittee at restoration.subcommittee@gnps.org. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/weed-wrangle-starting-a-movement-to-remove-invasive-plants/ CATEGORIES:Educational Presentations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/weed-wrangle-logo-comp2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251222T235956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T210224Z UID:10003921-1779526800-1779534000@gnps.org SUMMARY:Stone Mountain Propagation Project Workday DESCRIPTION:The Stone Mountain Propagation Project (SMPP) 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Stone Mountain to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: We ask that all volunteers join our email list in order to receive the most up-to-date information. To subscribe the email list\, follow these steps: \nFor GNPS members: \n\nLog in to your GNPS member account.\nFrom the menu on the left\, choose Address and Account Preferences.\nScroll down to the Preferences section and choose “Yes” under Stone Mountain Propagation Project List.\n\nFor all others\, click here to submit your name and contact information. We highly encourage volunteers to become GNPS members. Click here to learn more about membership. \nDirections \nThe propagation site is located within Stone Mountain Park. Click here for directions to SMPP. \nQuestions? Email smpp_admin@gnps.org. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/stone-mountain-propagation-project-workday-6-2-2/2026-05-23/ LOCATION:GNPS State Propagation Project inside Stone Mountain Park\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States CATEGORIES:SMPP Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="SMPP Leadership Team":MAILTO:SMPP_admin@gnps.org GEO:33.8130114;-84.1595311 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T130000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260425T225806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T225806Z UID:10004862-1779526800-1779541200@gnps.org SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale at Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market May 23\, 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Fringed Campion Chapter will return to the Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market at 342 Rose Avenue on Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 from 9 am until 1 pm for another native plant sale. Come visit with chapter members\, learn about chapter activities\, ask questions about native plant gardening\, and shop a wide selection of native plants ideal for Middle Georgia. Our plants are propagated and donated by members passionate about the importance and beauty of native plants in the landscape. \nContact fringedcampion@gnps.org if you would like to volunteer your time or donate plants you have grown for the sale. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/native-plant-sale-at-smoke-stack-farmers-market-may-23-2026/ LOCATION:Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market\, 342 Rose Ave.\, Macon\, United States CATEGORIES:Fringed Campion Chapter,Native Plant Sales ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Native-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260429T021244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T021244Z UID:10004864-1779627600-1779638400@gnps.org SUMMARY:Oaky Woods Ecosystem Exploration & Roadside Botanizing DESCRIPTION:The Fringed Campion Chapter returns to Oaky Woods WMA for an afternoon of Ecosystem Exploration & Roadside Botanizing on May 24\, 2026 from 1 to 4 pm. The group will be led by Kenny Grieshop on a fun afternoon of community building with those who appreciate getting outdoors and learning about the natural world. Meet at the Kiosk at 12:45 pm to organize and sign the waiver. Carpooling from the kiosk area to the botanizing sites is encouraged. The walk should be considered moderate and may include: getting muddy\, stepping over fallen branches\, roots & rocks on the path\, exposure to ticks\, mosquitoes\, gnats … well\, everything that nature might send our way. Let’s go have fun! \nRegistration form: https://forms.gle/ghJspzhvG7U4g1MN9 URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/oaky-woods-ecosystem-exploration-roadside-botanizing/ LOCATION:Oaky Woods Wildlife Management Area\, 801 Oaky Woods Road\, Kathleen\, GA\, 31047\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Fringed Campion Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Ecosystem-Exploration-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20240609T212347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T212348Z UID:10002286-1779786000-1779793200@gnps.org SUMMARY:Buffalo Creek Work Day DESCRIPTION:Every 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 at 515 Old Newnan Rd and walk down the hill\, and the trail will be on your left. Please enter your start and stop times on the sign-in sheet that’s posted on the back of the kiosk next to the Buffalo Creek Outdoor Education Center sign. Bring work gloves and drinking water and wear sturdy shoes. Insect repellant is strongly recommended during the warm months. If the weather is questionable\, please check our Facebook page for updates. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/buffalo-creek-work-day-2-2/2026-05-26/ LOCATION:Buffalo Creek Restoration Project\, 900 Newnan Road\, Carrollton\, 30117 CATEGORIES:West Georgia Chapter,Work Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Buffalo_Creek_Nature_Preserve-e1713377829931.jpg GEO:33.5732351;-85.0472931 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buffalo Creek Restoration Project 900 Newnan Road Carrollton 30117;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Newnan Road:geo:-85.0472931,33.5732351 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251223T012226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T012230Z UID:10004545-1779958800-1779966000@gnps.org SUMMARY:Boy Scout Road Nursery Workday DESCRIPTION:The 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Byron\, Georgia to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: Click here to sign up for the CSP weekly updates to receive up-to-date volunteer registration and workday information. \nDirections \nBSRN is located at 1494 Boy Scout Road\, Byron GA 31008 between Kirkland Drive and the Benjamin Hawkins Parkway. Please note: There are no signs for the nursery so look for the 1494 signs on the mailbox. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/boy-scout-road-nursery-workday-14-3/ LOCATION:Boy Scout Road Nursery\, 1494 Boy Scout Rd.\, Byron\, United States CATEGORIES:BSRN Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="Boy Scout Road Nursery Team":MAILTO:bsrn_admin@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251223T002305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T002305Z UID:10004361-1780045200-1780052400@gnps.org SUMMARY:Stone Mountain Propagation Project Workday DESCRIPTION:The Stone Mountain Propagation Project (SMPP) 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Stone Mountain to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: Click here to sign up for the CSP weekly updates to receive up-to-date volunteer registration and workday information. \nDirections \nThe propagation site is located within Stone Mountain Park. Click here for directions to SMPP. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/stone-mountain-propagation-project-workday-7/ LOCATION:GNPS State Propagation Project inside Stone Mountain Park\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States CATEGORIES:SMPP Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="SMPP Leadership Team":MAILTO:SMPP_admin@gnps.org GEO:33.8130114;-84.1595311 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T120000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260425T110552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T175934Z UID:10004860-1780048800-1780056000@gnps.org SUMMARY:May 29 Rescue Paulding County\, Dallas\, Ray Cole Rd\, 10:00 am DESCRIPTION:Please 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. \nLead Facilitator:  Jackie Miller \nCofacilitator: Beth Chance\, Carol Hight \nPlant List: Cross vine Bignonia capreolata\, Netted Fern Woodwardia areolata\, White Oak Ouercus alba\, Yellow Star Grass Hypoxis hirsuta\, Hearts-a -bustin Euonymus americanus\, Pipsissiwa Chimaphila maculata\, Hairy Spiderwort (Tradescantia hirsuticaulis)\,  Christmas Fern Polystichum acrostichoides\, New York Fern Thelypteris noveboracensis\, Lady Fern Athyrium filix-femina\, Maidenhair fern Adiantum pedatum\, Elephants foot Elephantopus tomentosus\, St. John’s Wort Hypericum sp.\, American Holly Ilex opaca\, American Snowbell Styrax americanus\, Heartleaf Ginger Hexastylis arifolia\, Paw Paw Asmina triloba\, Piedmont azalea Rhododendron canescens\, Solomon’s Seal Polygonatum biflorum\, Bellwort Uvularia sp.\, Persimmon Diospyros virginiana\, Low Bush Blueberry Vaccinium sp.\, Vernal Iris Iris verna. \nThis rescue is full. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/may-29-rescue-paulding-county-dallas-ray-cole-rd-1000-am/ CATEGORIES:Rescue Days END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T190000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260407T003142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T003142Z UID:10004837-1780075800-1780081200@gnps.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Weeding at Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden DESCRIPTION:The Native Plant Garden at the Amerson River Park will host Wednesday evening social gardening gatherings on select Wednesdays from 5:30 pm to 7 pm beginning April 8\, 2026. We can socialize while our hands are busy watering or weeding. Dress for the weather and the activity. Bring a water bottle and any tools you have. Participants must be 12 years of age or older\, and participants under 16 years of age must have an adult present. All participants must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working. \nCheck the FB event pages for any unexpected changes to our best laid plans! \n\n  April 8\n April 22\n April 29\n May 6\n May 20\nMay 29 — A Friday URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/wednesday-weeding-at-amerson-river-park-native-plant-garden/2026-05-29/ LOCATION:Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden\, 2551 North Pierce Drive\, Macon\, GA\, 31204\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Fringed Campion Chapter,Work Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/FCC-workday-arp.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fringed Campion Chapter":MAILTO:fringedcampion@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T130000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260316T193228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T011336Z UID:10004791-1780128000-1780146000@gnps.org SUMMARY:North Georgia Mountains Chapter Native Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:The North Georgia Mountains Chapter Native Plant Sale is scheduled for May 30th at the Union County Farmers Market in Blairsville\, 8am  to 1pm URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/40235/ LOCATION:Union County Farmers Market\, 290 Farmers Mkt Wy\, Blairsville\, 30512\, United States CATEGORIES:Native Plant Sales,North Georgia Mountains Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_0215.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20240609T212347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T212348Z UID:10002287-1780390800-1780398000@gnps.org SUMMARY:Buffalo Creek Work Day DESCRIPTION:Every 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 at 515 Old Newnan Rd and walk down the hill\, and the trail will be on your left. Please enter your start and stop times on the sign-in sheet that’s posted on the back of the kiosk next to the Buffalo Creek Outdoor Education Center sign. Bring work gloves and drinking water and wear sturdy shoes. Insect repellant is strongly recommended during the warm months. If the weather is questionable\, please check our Facebook page for updates. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/buffalo-creek-work-day-2-2/2026-06-02/ LOCATION:Buffalo Creek Restoration Project\, 900 Newnan Road\, Carrollton\, 30117 CATEGORIES:West Georgia Chapter,Work Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Buffalo_Creek_Nature_Preserve-e1713377829931.jpg GEO:33.5732351;-85.0472931 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buffalo Creek Restoration Project 900 Newnan Road Carrollton 30117;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Newnan Road:geo:-85.0472931,33.5732351 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251222T213759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T205651Z UID:10003457-1780563600-1780570800@gnps.org SUMMARY:Stone Mountain Propagation Project Workday DESCRIPTION:The Stone Mountain Propagation Project (SMPP) 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Stone Mountain to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: We ask that all volunteers join our email list in order to receive the most up-to-date information. To subscribe the email list\, follow these steps: \nFor GNPS members: \n\nLog in to your GNPS member account.\nFrom the menu on the left\, choose Address and Account Preferences.\nScroll down to the Preferences section and choose “Yes” under Stone Mountain Propagation Project List.\n\nFor all others\, click here to submit your name and contact information. We highly encourage volunteers to become GNPS members. Click here to learn more about membership. \nDirections \nThe propagation site is located within Stone Mountain Park. Click here for directions to SMPP. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/stone-mountain-propagation-project-workday-2-2/2026-06-04/ LOCATION:GNPS State Propagation Project inside Stone Mountain Park\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States CATEGORIES:SMPP Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="SMPP Leadership Team":MAILTO:SMPP_admin@gnps.org GEO:33.8130114;-84.1595311 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251223T013802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T013806Z UID:10004368-1780736400-1780743600@gnps.org SUMMARY:Boy Scout Road Nursery Workday DESCRIPTION:The 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Byron\, Georgia to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: Click here to sign up for the CSP weekly updates to receive up-to-date volunteer registration and workday information. \nDirections \nBSRN is located at 1494 Boy Scout Road\, Byron GA 31008 between Kirkland Drive and the Benjamin Hawkins Parkway. Please note: There are no signs for the nursery so look for the 1494 signs on the mailbox. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/39133-4/ LOCATION:Boy Scout Road Nursery\, 1494 Boy Scout Rd.\, Byron\, United States CATEGORIES:BSRN Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="Boy Scout Road Nursery Team":MAILTO:bsrn_admin@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T113000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260422T135256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T135256Z UID:10004849-1780738200-1780745400@gnps.org SUMMARY:Ethnobotony: If Plants Could Talk - A Cherokee Relationship DESCRIPTION:Our very own Tony Harris\, a GNPS North Metro Atlanta Chapter member and Cherokee Nation elder\, shares his knowledge of traditional medicinal plants through the Cherokee Garden at Green Meadows Preserve\, highlighting the vital role Georgia’s native plants play in sustaining both ecological health and cultural traditions. The garden itself\, a Georgia Native Plant Society restoration project\, is also designated as an “Interpretive Site” on the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. \nClick here to register for this free event! URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/ethnobotony-if-plants-could-talk-a-cherokee-relationship/ LOCATION:The Cherokee Garden at Green Meadows\, 3780 Dallas Highway\, Marietta\, GA CATEGORIES:North Metro Atlanta Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Cherokee-Garden.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Metro Atlanta Chapter":MAILTO:northmetroatlanta@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251102T171544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T171548Z UID:10004159-1780740000-1780747200@gnps.org SUMMARY:Mary Scott Nature Park Workday DESCRIPTION:Come out on 1st Saturdays for Mary Scott Nature Park workdays! NEW workday hours: Noon to 2 pm from October to May\, and 10 am to Noon from June-Sept. Come to front entrance 4150 Briarcliff Rd.\n\n\n\nThis beautiful park is at a maintenance stage and is an excellent example of how an urban forest should look. Come out and learn about restoration\, do some good work and have fun!\n\nThese 10.6 acres of central DeKalb County greenspace\, acquired in 2003\, are a pocket of natural beauty in the midst of lawn-heavy 1960’s suburbia. The old homestead’s woods are battling exotic invasives and\, to a lesser extent\, historic landscape plants. Public education on the restoration process\, including that of a streambank\, is a goal for Mary Scott Nature Park. \nTo be added to our monthly reminder mailing list\, please email friendsofmsnp@gmail.com. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/mary-scott-nature-park-workday-3-3-2/2026-06-06/ LOCATION:Mary Scott Nature Park\, 4150 Briarcliff Road\, Atlanta\, 30346 CATEGORIES:Intown Atlanta Chapter,Work Days GEO:33.8587523;-84.2779959 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mary Scott Nature Park 4150 Briarcliff Road Atlanta 30346;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4150 Briarcliff Road:geo:-84.2779959,33.8587523 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260422T183555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T191525Z UID:10004851-1780837200-1780844400@gnps.org SUMMARY:Silver Certified Native Habitat Visit - Dunwoody DESCRIPTION:Join the North Metro Atlanta Chapter for a guided tour of a Silver-certified residential property just north of the perimeter in Dunwoody. \nThis member began with a typical suburban lot in an HOA community\, where the previous owner had planted numerous non-native species. With time\, patience\, and a thoughtful love of native plants\, the landscape is being gradually transformed into a thriving habitat—featuring an ever-shrinking lawn\, 15 canopy tree species\, a rich mix of understory trees and shrubs\, and a diverse array of sedges\, ferns\, vines\, and forbs. \nIf you’re looking for inspiration on incorporating more keystone trees into your own space\, this Silver-certified native habitat is well worth a visit! \n\nIMPORTANT: Event is first-come\, first-served and limited to 12 GNPS members only.\nThe address of this private location will be disclosed upon registration.\nThis is a non-refundable event that will be held rain or shine\n\nClick here to register for this inspiring tour URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/silver-certified-native-habitat-visit-dunwoody/ CATEGORIES:North Metro Atlanta Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Silver-Certified-Dunwoody.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Metro Atlanta Chapter":MAILTO:northmetroatlanta@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20240609T212347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T212348Z UID:10002288-1780995600-1781002800@gnps.org SUMMARY:Buffalo Creek Work Day DESCRIPTION:Every 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 at 515 Old Newnan Rd and walk down the hill\, and the trail will be on your left. Please enter your start and stop times on the sign-in sheet that’s posted on the back of the kiosk next to the Buffalo Creek Outdoor Education Center sign. Bring work gloves and drinking water and wear sturdy shoes. Insect repellant is strongly recommended during the warm months. If the weather is questionable\, please check our Facebook page for updates. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/buffalo-creek-work-day-2-2/2026-06-09/ LOCATION:Buffalo Creek Restoration Project\, 900 Newnan Road\, Carrollton\, 30117 CATEGORIES:West Georgia Chapter,Work Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Buffalo_Creek_Nature_Preserve-e1713377829931.jpg GEO:33.5732351;-85.0472931 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buffalo Creek Restoration Project 900 Newnan Road Carrollton 30117;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Newnan Road:geo:-85.0472931,33.5732351 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251223T013009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T013012Z UID:10004487-1780995600-1781002800@gnps.org SUMMARY:Boy Scout Road Nursery Workday DESCRIPTION:The 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Byron\, Georgia to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: Click here to sign up for the CSP weekly updates to receive up-to-date volunteer registration and workday information. \nDirections \nBSRN is located at 1494 Boy Scout Road\, Byron GA 31008 between Kirkland Drive and the Benjamin Hawkins Parkway. Please note: There are no signs for the nursery so look for the 1494 signs on the mailbox. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/boy-scout-road-nursery-workday-13-2/ LOCATION:Boy Scout Road Nursery\, 1494 Boy Scout Rd.\, Byron\, United States CATEGORIES:BSRN Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="Boy Scout Road Nursery Team":MAILTO:bsrn_admin@gnps.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T200000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20260422T201642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T134034Z UID:10004854-1781118000-1781121600@gnps.org SUMMARY:Exploring Georgia's Native Plants: How to Identify and Protect High Value Trees and Landscape DESCRIPTION:Did you know there are old-growth forest remnants hidden in plain sight? \nJoin us as Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum shares fascinating insights on how to identify these rare ecosystems\, protect these ancient trees\, and preserve the rich old-growth soils that support native plant species dependent on them for survival. \nClick here to register for this free webinar! URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/exploring-georgias-native-plants-how-to-identify-and-protect-high-value-trees-and-landscape/ CATEGORIES:North Metro Atlanta Chapter ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gnps.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Webinar-How-to-Identify-and-Protect-High-Value-Trees-and-Landscape.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Metro Atlanta Chapter":MAILTO:northmetroatlanta@gnps.org LOCATION:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/exploring-georgias-native-plants-how-to-identify-and-protect-high-value-trees-and-landscape/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260514T035351 CREATED:20251222T235244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T203855Z UID:10003690-1781341200-1781348400@gnps.org SUMMARY:Stone Mountain Propagation Project Workday DESCRIPTION:The Stone Mountain Propagation Project (SMPP) 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 on regular volunteers. Come on out to Stone Mountain to lend a hand! \nFirst-time volunteers: We ask that all volunteers join our email list in order to receive the most up-to-date information. To subscribe the email list\, follow these steps: \nFor GNPS members: \n\nLog in to your GNPS member account.\nFrom the menu on the left\, choose Address and Account Preferences.\nScroll down to the Preferences section and choose “Yes” under Stone Mountain Propagation Project List.\n\nFor all others\, click here to submit your name and contact information. We highly encourage volunteers to become GNPS members. Click here to learn more about membership. \nDirections \nThe propagation site is located within Stone Mountain Park. Click here for directions to SMPP. URL:https://gnps.org/calendar-event/stone-mountain-propagation-project-workday-5-2/2026-06-13/ LOCATION:GNPS State Propagation Project inside Stone Mountain Park\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States CATEGORIES:SMPP Workday,Work Days ORGANIZER;CN="SMPP Leadership Team":MAILTO:SMPP_admin@gnps.org GEO:33.8130114;-84.1595311 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR