It may not be what you’ve been doing!

Upcoming Wild Ones Events

Members’ Hike – Keel Mtn Preserve

Saturday, May 16, 2026

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)
Keel Mtn Preserve (Lost sink falls), Gurley, AL, 37385

Landscapes in Progress: Red Bank

Saturday, May 23, 2026

9:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)

Beneficial Insects in Your Backyard

Monday, June 8, 2026

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)

SAVE THE DATE: DISTINGUISHED LECTURE SERIES

Dr. J. Drew Lanham

Renowned ornithologist, hunter-conservationist, and poet

Join us for a free public lecture with one of the leading voices in conservation and environmental justice.

Around the Region

Other events by our partners and friends that we think you’ll love

Cullowhee Native Plant Conference

July 15 – 18

Registration opens April 15

The Tennessee Valley Chapter of Wild Ones is your local resource for native plant education in Chattanooga. 

Free Public Programs

Learn about topics spanning permaculture to easy groundcovers to bookclubs and tree canopies – all for free.

Certificate in Native Plants

Become an expert in our native flora through in-depth core classes and fascinating electives.

Member Hikes & Garden Tours

Enjoy our diverse surroundings on guided hikes, garden tours, and more.

We offer a variety of free monthly programs, Certificate in Native Plants classes, free members only events, spring and fall native plant sales and special events throughout the year. In these programs and events, you can learn about sustainable landscaping practices using plants that are native to our region.  We invite you to attend our programs and to become a member!

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