Wild Ones chapters are featured in the media for restoring habitats, combating invasives, hosting educational events like plant swaps, and mentoring youth, all while promoting native plants and biodiversity through local collaborations. Continue reading "Wild Ones Seedlings & Chapters Make Headlines"
Wild Ones is dedicated to supporting our 11,000+ members and 125 chapters across 36 states who bring the importance of native plants and natural landscaping to your local communities. Our vision, “Native plants and natural landscapes thriving in every community,” has increased our national resolve to positively impact the American landscape. To align with our […] Continue reading "Strategic Changes to Wild Ones Headquarters and Conservancy Property"
Wild Ones welcomes our newest national partner: Quiet Communities! Quiet Communities promotes quiet as a valuable natural resource and works to reduce harmful noise and related pollution. Continue reading "New Wild Ones partner Quiet Communities promotes cleaner, healthier lawn care – and the right to quiet in your own backyard."
Celebrating a landmark achievement, Wild Ones has now united over 10,000 members in a shared mission to cultivate healthier ecosystems through native plants. This journey, from its inception to its pivotal role in the environmental movement, underscores the growing public commitment to ecological stewardship. The organization's evolution—fueled by educational initiatives, the rising tide of environmental consciousness, and a community-driven response to global challenges—reflects a profound shift towards sustainability. As Wild Ones continues to expand its reach and impact, this milestone is a testament to the collective commitment to a world where native plants and natural landscapes thrive in every community. Continue reading "Great Oaks from Little Acorns Grow"
The Wild Ones Annual Member Meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, March 28, 2024, 6-7:30 p.m. CT. We encourage you to attend! The annual meeting of the members is an opportunity for Wild Ones members to learn about the organization, review performance reports, and recognize chapters and volunteers making an extraordinary impact! Continue reading "Save the date: Wild Ones Annual Membership Meeting"
With the eastern monarch butterfly population overwintering in Mexico reaching its second smallest size on record, the need for action is clear: we must rewild our gardens, parks, and communities. As the monarchs are making headlines, more attention than ever is being paid to the native plant movement. Continue reading "Uniting Monarch Conservation with the Native Plant Movement"
We are seeking individuals who are interested in fulfilling vacant positions on the Wild Ones Board of Directors. Continue reading "Wild Ones Board Seeking Appointees!"
As summer draws to a close in 2023, a remarkable journey is poised to unfold, weaving together athleticism, environmental advocacy, and a resounding call to action for a treasured pollinator. Meet Anthony Battah, an accomplished ultra-marathoner, who’s gearing up for an extraordinary endeavor known as the Ultra-Trail Monarch campaign. This monumental mission isn’t just about […] Continue reading "Embracing the Challenge: Anthony Battah’s Epic Ultra-Trail for Monarchs"
In January, the Wild Lawyers published a model code to help address the ongoing issue of municipalities misunderstanding native plantings and their benefit to landscapes. The purpose of these model regulations (found here) is to establish codified minimum standards for the design, installation and maintenance of landscaped areas that require the use of appropriate native […] Continue reading "What to do when the ‘weed police’ knock on your door"
Save the date! Wild Ones Annual Membership Meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, March 23, 2023, 6-7 p.m. Central Time and will be accessible here: https://members.wildones.org/annual-member-meeting/. We encourage you to attend! The annual meeting of the members is an opportunity for Wild Ones members to learn about the organization, review performance reports and recognize […] Continue reading "Save the Date for Wild Ones Annual Member Meeting on March 23rd"