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September 2025
Native prairie seed collection
Public Welcome Seed Handling Free Public Parking
We will be offering a seed collection day on Saturday September 20th - 10AM Seed harvest with the location and backup rain day date to be determined. Stay tuned for more details.
Participants will be able to harvest native seeds and take them home for their own use. Experts will be on hand to help confirm species.
A carpool from the church will be offered. Location of event details to be posted later.
October 2025
Shelley Gorham, DNR - restorations for wildlife
Public Welcome Family-Friendly Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking
Shelley Gorham, DNR – restorations for wildlife
Free Webinar: "Next Steps for Nature" with Doug Tallamy
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Even after reading books and attending talks, many still have pressing questions about ecological landscaping. In this talk, Tallamy addresses common concerns on biodiversity, invasive species, native plants, and conservation strategies, providing practical guidance and motivation to restore nature in everyday spaces.
November 2025
Annual Seed share, treats potluck, seed germination and care demo and annual meeting
Public Welcome Free Event Chapter Meeting Chapter Social Seed/Plant Share Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking Drinking Fountains
We will offer our annual Seed Share, led by Scott R., plus a seed germination demo by Nancy S, along with treats and appetizers, socializing time and our annual meeting to vote for 2026 officers
The event is open to all with the exception of only members will be able to vote for 2026 officers.
Free Webinar: "Living in the Liberated Landscape" with Larry Weaner
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon!
December 2025
Free Workshop: "Turn That Patch Into a Plan" with Zoe & Heather Evans
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Designing with native plants isn’t just about what you grow, it’s about how you shape your space. In this hands-on workshop, Zoe Evans (Plan it Wild) and Heather Evans (Design Your Wild) guide you through the process of creating a cohesive yard plan that supports both your lifestyle and biodiversity.
Annual Luncheon Members Only
Buntrock Commons, St. Olaf college campus, 1521 St Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN, 55057 Map
Members Only Family-Friendly Free Event Chapter Social Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking Drinking Fountains
Annual end-of-the-year luncheon St. Olaf Buntrock Commons. Come hungry and ready to enjoy the company of fellow members.
January 2026
Free National Webinar- January 2026
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon!
February 2026
Special Benefit Webinar with Richard Louv
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Paid Event Public Welcome Limited Access Recording Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon! This will be a paid webinar with all proceeds supporting the Seeds for Education Program.
March 2026
Free National Webinar- March 2026
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon!
September 2026
Free National Webinar- September 2026
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon!
October 2026
Free National Webinar- October 2026
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon!
November 2026
Free National Webinar- November 2026
Hosted by Wild Ones NationalOnline/Virtual
Public Welcome Recording Available Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation
Details coming soon!