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
Sow it Goes: A Native Seed Saving Workshop
Weed Wrangle at Rose Hill Cemetery (Macon) 2/3/24 10 AM
Team up with Fringed Campion Chapter members and friends at the Oak Ridge Cemetery entry gate, which is a block or two north of the main entrance to Rose Hill Cemetery at 10 am on February 3, 2024. We will remove non-native invasive plant species (English ivy, privet, mimosa, Bradford pear, Chinese tallow, paper mulberry) from this historic cemetery.
Dress for garden work (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, boots), bring a water bottle and any tools you have to cut or lop undesirable woody and herbaceous plants. Participants must be 12 years or older, participants under 18 must have an adult participating, and all participants must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working. Please bring pruners or loppers if you have them, as we will probably not have enough to loan to everyone who volunteers.
Check the event page on Facebook for any last minute updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/383555717395957
Native Plant Walk at Selma Erwin Nature Trail
Walk with your native plant friends on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 1:30 PM through the beautiful woods of this preserve to see the trout lilies blooming! Dress appropriately for the weather, wear hiking shoes, and bring your camera!
Park in the field at the main entrance to Selma Erwin Trails: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qr3WP86tnJu43fyW8
Check the Event on Facebook for any last minute changes: https://www.facebook.com/events/1099851567679797
Weed Wrangle at the Oconee River Greenway 1/15/2024 10 AM to Noon
Join the Fringed Campion Chapter members and friends as we partner with the Oconee River Greenway Foundation and other community partners in this official WEED WRANGLE at the Oconee River Greenway in Baldwin County on January 15, 2024 from 10 AM to noon!
Dress as for any other invasive non-native plant removal: long pants, long sleeves, work shoes, work gloves, and a hat. Bring a water bottle and any tools you have to cut plant limbs.
Register here: https://forms.gle/WapN7YqpUkpCv59y6.
Meet in the Parking Lot – Oconee River Greenway – 400 E Greene St, Milledgeville, GA at 9:45 am and we’ll get busy! THANK YOU!!
Check our Event on Facebook for any last minute updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/754006582728051
Native Plant Garden & Monarch Waystation at Amerson River Park Workday 1/14/24 2-4 PM
Join Fringed Campion Chapter members and friends for a workday on January 14, 2024 from 2 to 4 pm. Dress for garden work and/or invasive plant removal (long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hat, boots). Bring a water bottle and any tools you have to pull weeds, dig to plant, or cut down invasive non-native plants. Participants must be 12 years or older, participants under 18 must have an adult participating or nearby, and all participants must sign the GNPS waiver of liability before working.
Check the Event page on Facebook for any last minute updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/2674342329387421