Chapters in Georgia Native Plant Society
History
Over two decades ago, the Georgia Native Plant Society was founded by people based in metro Atlanta. Since that time, their initiative and message around the importance of native plants to our lives and the ability of individuals to make a difference locally in their protection, stewardship, rescue and propagation, has spread across Georgia and in fact across the USA. Today our members are served in other locations across the state where local groups are providing educational information, restoration opportunities and opportunities to learn more.
Realignment
In November 2019, GNPS adopted new bylaws, which implemented a state-wide governing board to set organizational policy, define its strategic vision, and directly support chapter activities. This new organizational structure paved the way for more chapters to form throughout Georgia.
Join a chapter
There are currently 8 chapters of the Georgia Native Plant Society. As a member of GNPS you too can get to work and join like minded people in your area by aligning yourself with one of our chapters.
For current members, login and update your chapter affiliation through the chapter affiliation form. For new or renewing members, select your chapter affiliation on the membership form.
Form a chapter
Let us know if you are interested in learning more about how to join or start up a local chapter near you in the state of Georgia by using the Contact Us form. Current members can also use the Chapter Interest Form. To learn more about the overall process, view the Chapter Quick Start Guide. For a more in-depth guide to forming and running a chapter, see the Chapter Manual.
News & Events
Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden Workday 3/24/24 2 PM
The Fringed Campion Chapter welcomes members and friends to join us on Sunday, March 24, 2024 from 2 until 4 pm. Volunteers will be needed to weed and to create plant supports using wood from invasive species removal. We will also spread mulch, if available. Dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, work boots). Bring a water bottle and any tools you have to dig, cut limbs and trunks, and screw them together.
Participants must be 18 or older and must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working.
Check the Chapter’s Facebook event page for any last minute updates to our plans: https://www.facebook.com/events/1831558860655864
Old City Cemetery Workday March 9, 2024 @ 10 am
Spring Plant Sale at Wesleyan Market (Macon) 4/13/24 9 am – 1 pm
Come support the Fringed Campion Chapter at the Wesleyan Market on April 13, 2024 from 9 am to 1 pm at our first native plant sale of the spring!
Volunteers and donations of native plants are much appreciated! Contact Eleanor Sikes at fringedcampion@gnps.org for details of how you can help.
For any weather or other updates, check the event in Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/936944754629514
Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden Workday 3/2/24 9 AM
Join the Fringed Campion Chapter on March 2, 2024 at 9 am at the Amerson River Park Native Plant Garden for a workday to complete the patio. We will piece together more flagstones, level pavers, install interpretive signage, transplant a few plants to better locations, and weed.
We recommend that you dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, work boots). Bring a water bottle and any tools you have to shovel sand, dig, etc.
Participants must be 18 or older and must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working.
Check the Chapter’s facebook event for any last minute updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/951565599150171
Bylaws
Members of the North Georgia Mountains Chapter may view our chapter bylaws: Approved Bylaws – North Georgia Mountains Chapter.