Events

The closing event of this year’s Less Lawn More Life Challenge, will be led by Lisa Olsen, Chapter Liaison at Wild Ones. In this webinar, you’ll learn how small, personal actions like planting native species and removing invasives, can ripple outward to inspire neighbors, change policies, and reshape communities. 

During the premiere, native plant experts from Wild Ones and collaborating organizations will be active in the live chat. They’ll be ready to answer questions, share tips, and connect viewers with resources. The live chat will remain open for 30 minutes after the webinar, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and engage. Please note: You must be logged into a YouTube account to participate in the chat. 

The Less Lawn More Life Challenge is a free, 12-week action series designed to help people transform traditional lawns into vibrant, life-supporting native plant habitat. Each week, participants complete a simple challenge like planting a native shrub, removing invasives, or observing pollinators to reimagine their outdoor space and take meaningful steps toward restoring biodiversity at home. 

It’s not too late to get involved. Catch up on the weekly videos and start your rewilding journey today at https://www.lesslawnmorelife.com/ 

We will be touring member's native plantings.  

Co-hosted with the Master Naturalists, we will take a Twilight Walk and record moth observations, look for frogs, fireflies Owls and more - Family event

August 14th, 2pm – Winona private Prairie tour and Whitewater Gardens (plants for sale)

Carpools will be available from the church, or meet us there.

Clean River Partners (CRP) – tour of a restoration project by the CRP group– Anna Holmon 

We will offer carpools from the church, or people can meet us on site.  The site address will be posted prior to the event.

We will be offering CRP a donation for conducting the tour.

Details coming soon! 

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.

Shelley Gorham, DNR – restorations for wildlife

Details coming soon! 

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.

Details coming soon! 

Annual end-of-the-year luncheon St. Olaf Buntrock Commons.  Come hungry and ready to enjoy the company of fellow members.